isolation
  1. Zenbun

    Recommendation for a DD IEM with good passive isolation

    So I lost my trusty RHA 750i but its discontinued, so I need a new pair The new pair shouldn't be sibilant because I need to be able to use them for hours. Also, I need them to have good passive isolation, the RHA I had completely blocked out all office sound so I want the new ones to be this...
  2. floeezy

    Best noise isolation for $900 - $1500 (no IEMs)

    I bought a pair of Shure KSE1200 earphones specifically for trips where I need really good noise isolation. I spent months getting a custom silicon sleeve to fit just right for my very peculiar ear canals. However, in the end, I've realized that IEMs / earphones are just not made for my ears. I...
  3. Sssss

    Has anyone been able to compare the isolation between the ER2XR/etc and Magaosi K5/X3/etc with foam tips?

    My MA750i is dying, and with fireworks season approaching I'm in need of a new IEM that sounds good and isolates well. ER2XR seems to be the obvious choice for this, but apparently Magaosi IEM's also isolate well, and I'm interested in multi-BA IEM's because I liked the treble, detail and...
  4. JCRG

    ISOLATION: TH-X00 variants vs E-MU Teaks vs Beyer DT177X

    I am looking to purchase my next set of closed cans, these candidates seem to fit the overall experience I might be seeking, but I am just worried none of them might offer adequate isolation, would anyone be kind enough to shed some personal experiences regarding them? Thanks and best regards.
  5. J

    Sound Isolating Alternatives to Shure SE215 (warmer/fuller sounding)

    Hi, I'm in need of some earphones/headphones with very good sound isolating characteristics for use in an office setting. The source will be my computer (Mac) and I need to block stuff like whistling, desk tapping, humming, loud conversations, etc. So not the kind of stuff ANC would block. They...
  6. soundyone

    Headphones (AKG, BT, AT, ?) + DAP (FiiO?) (up to 500 €)

    Looking to update headphones and DAP for office use. I am not very needy listener, but need something more than average mp3 and cheaper headphones. Its hard to set maximum price, but I´d hope to get under 500 €, previously been using FiiO E10k and Sennheisers 558/598. Main music I have is CD...
  7. J

    In search of budget IEMs, easy to drive, high isolation

    I'm not new headfi but it's been so long I forgot my very username and what email I used :P Long story short, I have a reasonably good over ear audiophile grade home rig that I'm happy with (or will be when I buy a new amp), but I need new IEMs. My current pair is a the old Radius DDMs, and...
  8. C

    Decent passive isolation over-ears recommendation

    Hi all, This is my first proper post, please bear with me! I currently use some Grado SR325e with my Dragonfly Red and Macbook Air. Music taste fairly varied: Post #10144 I'm pretty happy with the setup, and I enjoy the "Grado sound", but am now in the market for some headphones that...
  9. A

    Looking for headphones with good isolation but more portable than DT 770, < 200$

    Is there any good and comfortable (preferably big ear pads) headphones with isolation at least like in DT 770/Custom Studio (I have Custom Studio now and the isolation is much better than in CAL that I used before) but more portable, foldable? 50-200$
  10. creaturekyle

    Over Ears w/ Good Isolation That Sound Similar to Porta Pro?

    Hi guys, I've been haunting many threads trying to find some good suggestions on my own and just haven't been able to get any solid answers. I love the warmth and bass thump of the Porta Pros, and the treble roll off is perfect for me, I'm pretty sensitive to treble. I love that sound...
  11. androidodo

    Budget IEMs for live performance?

    Anyone try out those budget (sub $50) IEMs for live performance use? Any comments on their isolation, microphonic, durability, etc.?
  12. A

    High isolation headphones for under $100?

    Anything that will block out all sound will do. Going to use them on an airplane.
  13. A

    Leakage of Custom Studio vs DT770 vs CAL

    I have Creative Aurvana Live now, but they start to wear out a bit and I decided to try something different and more comfortable. For general usage like gaming, videos/movies, sometimes music. So I am thinking about Custom Studio since it's supposed to be better than DT 770 + detachable cable...
  14. S

    Noise cancelling for the cheap?

    Hi! I was wondering what headphones do I need to buy so I can listen to my music in high volumes and no one in the room or outside can hear what I am listening to? Or at least hear it briefly. In other words isolated headphones. Will a pair of Sony DJ headphones which are not very expensive do...
  15. D

    which passive noise reduction headphones are the most isolating ones(most reducing)?

    Hi I need headphones for my work environment. it is very common for workers in my office to sit with headphones in front of the computer. the noises I'm trying to reduce: a guy whistling his favorite song a few feet away from me, a guy stomping his feet and drumming with pens and pencils on...
  16. breezeblocks

    Ostry KC06 Isolation Confusion

    Hello everyone, I want to buy Ostry KC06. The only problem as I read here is isolation, which is important for me. How bad it's isolation, compared to sennheiser cx300, cx200, sony mdr's? Thanks in advance.
  17. nhftk4320

    Where can I find foam tips for KZ ZS6

    I have the Shure SE425 which have great sound and isolation and I recently bought the KZ ZS6 for cheap-travel use. These don't have nearly as much isolation as the Shures obviously, but one of the reasons is the silicon tips. I was wondering, where could I be foam tips for me KZ ZS6?
  18. J

    Dynamic driver and hybrid IEMs w/ good to excellent isolation

    Hi all, I was wondering if we could compile a list of dynamic driver or hybrid IEMs with great isolation. I find that this information is somewhat cumbersome to find, as generally they don't have great isolation (at least not comparable with sealed BA iems). Also, nozzle diameter is important...
  19. willybravo

    Noise cancelling headphone recommendations - around $350

    Looking for some recommendations for noise cancelling headphones - my budget is around $350 which could go up or down slightly for the right ones. I do a lot of travel so quality noise cancelling is an absolute must for the plane trips. Wireless would also be a bonus. I would also like to use...
  20. matt_garman

    Suggestions for daily train commute headphones?

    I did a little searching, and didn't see any terribly recent threads on this topic... I'm looking for some headphones to wear on the train on my daily commute. My priorities are, ordered by most-important first: Hearing safety Zero/minimal cable noise Noise isolation Portability Sound...
  21. L

    Looking for over ear closed back headphones to use while playing games for $120 USD or less

    Hello, The headset I used to use for playing games on my computer, the Logitech G35, recently broke. Due to that, I am searching for a replacement. Through the research I have done, I found that I would be better off purchasing headphones and an attachable microphone rather than a gaming...
  22. SoKeta

    Looking for good on-the-go/travel headphones under $300 CAD ($230 USD)

    Hopefully, someone can recommend some good cans for my needs. I currently own a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pros, a broken set of Aiaiai TMA-1's, and a broken set of TMA-2's. I need something less clunky for everyday use than the 770 Pros. Really love the luxury and imaging of the...
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