So I went and checked out one "hi-fi" store in Edmonton - "the Gramophone". I was very disappointed. My reason for going was to demo a pair of Sennheiser HD650's. The first question they asked me before taking the 650's out was "Now, do you actually have the money to buy these if you demo...

Quote: Originally Posted by schugh What? Hey do you live in Edmonton, Alberta? Or is this some other Edmonton? You can get most of the high end headphones in town here at very competitive prices. All the Grado and amp can be found here. Senn of all models and stipes are available. AKG...

Quote: Originally Posted by tke398 You know what...sometimes I'm expecting soooo much bass that when I put on my headphones they do not have as much as I was expecting. Sometimes when I'm not expecting lots of bass, they hit hard and loud. I think a lot of it has to do with our...

Quote: Originally Posted by Taikero spaceways, if you didn't hear the bass as much as you wanted, the D5000 hits the hardest of the Denon line. Even through the integrated amp out of my EMU 0404 USB 2.0 DAC the bass is very thick and meaty. I can't wait to see how much it'll improve...

So I listened to a pair of D2000's at a store the other day, and I'm not sure I heard all of the bass everyone talks about. Maybe I'm more of a basshead than I thought? I certainly hope not. The CD player was a Linn (I can't remember the model, and I don't see it on their website). It...

Lately I've been thinking of purchasing a DAC/Amp instead of upgrading to a better soundcard. I will be using the amp mostly at home, so the DAC is a must. I will be listening with either PortaPros and Sennheiser HD485's, although I may be upgrading in the future (Denon AHD2000 or Sennheiser...

I've been reading a lot of praise for the Denon AHD2000 with how it handles Electronica...but how does it handle Dub (very bass heavy music)?

Quote: Originally Posted by mambo5 if he liked the k81s, get him another one. Maybe in even a different color. I just found colored k518 (samething) in different colors like red and blue at Hard To Find - Vinyl Records, DJ and Music Technology Equipment Another option would be the...

How would the Penguin Caffeine work with a pair of Portapros and HD485's?

How is the bass with the AD700? Would this be a great choice for an all-around, fun headphone for Electronic, Techno, Rock, Punk etc.? Also, does it need to be amped? Sorry for so many questions, but I'm trying to lighten up my wallet

Quote: Originally Posted by Sherwood Though you didn't solicit my opinion, I have heard both side by side out of great equipment. I prefer the k-81 in every way, though I also prefer the KSC-75 to the Portapro. The bass, especially, is much more present. Don't worry, any opinions...

So would these be a good, fun headphone upgrade from Portapros? Seidhepriest, I see you have both, could you compare the sound between the two?

Reviving this thread... Would these be a good, fun headphone upgrade from Portapros? How similar is the sound between the two?

So how are these phones for Electronica/House/Techno? I definitely need a pair of phones with bass, but not overbearing or muddy. Aside from that I listen to some Rock and Punk, would these be fun, good all around headphones for the type of music I listen to? If not, could anyone recommend...

Without starting a new thread for a small question... Would Audio Technica ATH-AD500's be good for Electronica, Techno, and some Rock & Punk? I'm looking for a more "fun" headphone with good bass (however not overbearing), would this meet my needs? Also for a bit more...