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  1. xpboy7

    New headphones for 130-160$

    Hy again guys, I was here for good comfortable headphones for gaming, and rock music, you recommended for me to take the ATH-AD700 / ATH-A700X. I live in Israel and the shipping for those (from amazon) is not possible.. so if I wanna buy it I need a company to buy it and then send it to me...
  2. Eleazar6

    senn hd 518 more comfortable than hd 419? or other manufacture?

    my old sennheiser HD 485 are getting uncomfortable for some reason, never were awesome in that area. got some HD 419s and they feel about the same. feel like the earcup is too small. would the hd518 be better? another brand maybe? really like the sound of my sennheiser but comfort is important...
  3. morijinal

    What's my bottleneck? How good is my audio source? Will it do good headphones justice?

    Hi all, thanks for taking the time to read my post. I am looking at buying some good headphones that will be used exclusively for listening at my computer in my home study. I've been spending lots of time looking for the perfect headphone - and then I realized that a lot of money could go to...
  4. DerpMaster

    Do I need an amp?

    I have the sennheiser HD558, I was wondering if I need an amp. My current source is a Lenovo Y510p laptop, and I'm wondering if I can buy an amp for under $40. What is the primary point of an amp in the first place? Just wondering if I need one, and if it's worth spending more money to get a...
  5. Mheat122134

    Sennheiser HD 518?

    I've been taking a look at these headphones along with the v-moda m-100. Would they be suitable for listening to kpop (which basically consists of pop, electronic pop (including some rap) and ballads) and a bit of rap? I want something that can really bring out the music in both, sound quality...
  6. Heprer

    Sennheiser hd 518 "problem"???

    Hi ! I''ve recently bought a pair of Sennheiser hd 518 and i've noticed that the headband adjustment just doesn't give me enough feedback i seldom find myself looking at them to make them equal (l&r), Before this headphones i used to listen to Sennheiser hd 201 and the difference in feedback...
  7. headphonemania7

    Sony MDR-XB500 40mm XB Diaphragm Driver Extra Bass Headphones-CTA

    Sony MDR-XB500 40mm XB Diaphragm Driver Extra Bass Headphones-CTA... please i am a bass lover will this headphone help me???
  8. headphonemania7

    please help me in buying a good bass headphones in and around 150$=almost 8000rs ......

    i'm a music lover but my budget is 150 $ and i need a good bass headphones please help me..... 
  9. Dabboo

    I've managed to find Sennheiser HD518s for $107AUD shipped, help.

    I'm entirely new to the headphone/audiophile area but I've been doing some research on headphones and I've found the Sennheiser HD518s for $107AUD shipped.   I'll mainly be using these for PC gaming (FPS games), music (dubstep/house/rock/indie) and the occasional movie or tv show.   Are...
  10. DistortionGamer

    Help deciding between Sennheiser HD 518 or 380 HD Pro

    Hello everyone, First post on these forums and as you can see from the title I am having trouble choosing between the Sennheiser HD 518 or the 380 HD Pro. Their prices are pratically the same and I've heard good reviews on both. I mainly want them for gaming and listening the music, gaming...
  11. Jlava

    The Perfect Headphones (Opinions Needed)

    Kinda need some opinions on headphones. I listen to mainly electronic music( House, Dubstep, Trance) which is somewhat bass heavy and was wondering what a good pair around the $150 dollar price range would be. Been hearing the Sennheiser HD 518 might be the ones im looking for after alot of...
  12. Aftersh0k

    Audio-Technica AD700 vs Sennheiser HD518 (or other $100~ open headphone

    Hi! First time posting here, long time lurker. I've owned and loved a pair of M50's for a while now, but am looking for a pair of open cans to use at home. I've been looking around, and the two that have caught my attention the most are the AD700's and HD518's. Unfortunately, I've yet to see...
  13. buddie

    Should I get the SMS by 50 Headphones?

    I've always liked the way they looked and thought it would be cool to own a pair of wireless headphones. I've read reviews that said they were better than Beats. However, Beats are not good headphones. So should I get the SMS headphones or perhaps go with another pair around $150? If so, please...
  14. starbux48

    Need headphones under $200 primarily for classical symphonic music

    Some smaller ensemble pieces, like also jazz instrumentals and vocals, other types not as much.   Running them off a NAD integrated amplifier.   If they exist would like to keep cost closer to $100 to $125 pair.  Read good things about Senns 518/558/598s, AKG's, ATHs.  Have owned AT...
  15. usg414

    Bought HD 518 :|

    Hey guyz, i bought the senn hd 518, i just want to know first things done after opening. Any pre listening rituals :P. i know abt burn in  but not in detail.   Also the first impression: Noticed improved performance in gaming, but not much in music, cuz maybe i dont have an audiophile ear...
  16. TKD7

    Headphones for glasses wearers

    hey there, im wondering if you guys have any idea on which headphone would be good for me.   I wear glasses so the headphone has to be fairly light and comfortable. I listen to alot of techno music with alot of bass and play games like BF3. Also minimal leakage is also favourable but not if...
  17. sirthinh

    Looking for Entry Level Open Headphones Recommendations

    Hello, looking to buy a set of open headphones for sub $130 that is good for the most varieties of music.   Prefer full-sized ones similar to Sennheiser HD518, but I don't mind trying on-ears like Grado 60/80i.   My budget was under $100, but I hear good things about the HD518 and the...
  18. spacemanspliff

    Have a neck issue. Need a light weight open can.

    Looking to upgrade my trusty SR 850s. I have been almost killed 6 times now and although I am a tank in most respects, I still have issues with heavier headphones over long periods of time.    What modes should I consider? I am thinking maybe the FA-011, Beyer 880. Something with a bit of...
  19. saladin

    Need help picking from this list!

    Hello everyone. This is my first post, so bare with me. I'm going to be putting in a Sound Blaster X-fi titanium, and I need help deciding on a pair of good headphones out of a list I constructed. I'm going to be using these for gaming mainly (because I hear it's better to get headphones, rather...
  20. Mr Shine

    Headphones Upgrade/Comparable to Shure SRH 240

    Hi everyone,   A couple of years ago I used this forum to great effect in settling on the Shure SRH 240 headphones and I have loved them, but sadly the cord started to give up yesterday and I am now in the market for a new set of headphones for use listening to music on my laptop at home as...
  21. tojamm

    Soundcard question

    Hi, I own Sennheiser hd 518 which is powered through a Harman Kardon amplifier and i have a little question. Should I bother buying a new better soundcard that will replace my realtek onboard sound? And if so which one would you recommend? Maybe an Usb soundcard and then to the Hk amplifier...
  22. nikhilthecupid

    Why are my Shenneiser HD 518 so bad? Do i need a DAC + Amp?

    Thanks guys for your recommendations for HD518, i today bought Sennheiser HD518 (120$) & honestly saying its not that much awesome as i expected it to be, especially when its rated at a rank of 25 on best cans on head-fi. Its tone is similar to my 20$ philips SHP8500. Although it drives well...
  23. Double-A

    Anybody have experience with the Sennheiser HD 239's?

     Hello, I was wondering if anyone had any experience with these. I want feedback from someone cause I am contemplating getting myself one of these. I want to get these for an entry-level open back pair of headphones (if I get these they would be my first open backs). I can get these for pretty...
  24. usg414

    SENN HD 518 and HD 449

    HI guyz, Need a quick suggestion on which one to buy.. Am no audiophile, though i prefer nice compact bass but not too much, and soundstage for gaming.. Also I have XONAR DG 5.1 sound card(with a small inbuilt amp), but basically run from an umamped source.. I want to know 518's are...
  25. BillsonChang007

    Sennheiser HD518 or Sennheiser HD 558 or HFI 580

    Hello guys! This is probably just my 2nd thread. So, I'm back to ask which of the above listed is better? Another one is do any of these(HD 518, HD 558. Don't think HFI 580 needs any AMP) need AMP? Currently, I'm using iPhone(original) & iPad2 for music. Was thinking of HD 439(refer to my last...
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