Hi everybody.   Hailing from Singapore with my first post in Head-Fi here.   I'm gonna type this short and neat if you guys don't mind...   Previous headphones: Shure SRH-440 Current headphones: Sony MDR-7505 Preferences: Leaning towards neutral (Especially for future field...

Hi I recently bought one a Z-1000 and was really happy with my purchase.  Recently though there has been a constant creaking noise that has become very annoying.  I know the solution is probably obvious but what do I do to stop the creaking?  They're pretty expensive for me and I don't want to...

On the Sony MDR-1000, I know the left driver is connected to the cable by a screwing it on. My question is how is the cable connected to the right driver? Is there a cable that goes from the left driver through the headband to the right driver much like the same design as the V6/7506?    ...

I'm looking at both of these DAPs as an alternative to an ipod.  I definitely would like an Android device as I already own an Android phone and am very familiar with the OS.  Also, my phone's battery and SQ definitely pale in comparison.  What I'm looking for advice on is the SQ, battery life...

Starting this new thread because this subject/question keeps arising about these two top headphones.    Are the MDR-Z1000 and MDR-7520 identical other than the color, supplied cable, and support offered by Sony?   ("Support offered by Sony" = since the 7520's are part of Sony's...

Magnifying a short point in the massive history of Sony, I would like to showcase the awkwardness of Sony in its R&D between early 2000 and a decade after. I would explain my take on two of Sony premium products - one is the SA-5000(SA5k) from early 2000 and the latter era is represented by the...

I just purchased the MDR-7520 and am quite pleased with it as my portable headphone. However, I am not pleased with the coiled cable and would like to purchase the shorter cable that comes with the Z1000. Anyone happen to know where I can purchase this cable? I tried googling and searching the...

Need some new sealed headphones and am looking for good isolation and a flat response. Budget is not a major concern but I'm not planning on spending more than $1000, and the less I spend, the more I have to spend on other gear - I need to get a new amp as well.   From looking at...

Not sure where to post this.. But mods, feel free to move the thread to the appropriate forum   Hey guys, anyone encountered this problem?   My friend has a Z1000 and everytime the cups gets moved, it makes a squeaking noise. I think it is related with the joints but I haven't tried...

List some headphones that can be considered ugly/strange/funny looking but actually have a very good sound

Hello I ask for your help in the choice of headphones. I purchased a pair of denon ah d2000 and now after a month, the seller tells me that it can't send because they are finished.   Now I need an alternative. I listen r & b, nusoul, hip pop, brit pop, indie and pop and very important film...

Beyerdynamic dt990 has become my main home phone for a while and people have said its harsh on the treble but I didn't have problem with it. However, recently I get ear fatigue very often. Today while listening to music (iTunes calls it jazz, I just call it female vocals) for half an hour on low...

Hi! I've been a long time member here. It's been more than 5 years since my last post. I'm looking for the very best headphones under $500 or $300. I've had 2 Grado's SR60 and a Grado SR80 thanks to your recommendations. This time i'll like something closed, to have a change from open air. I...

Hi everyone. I am using a shure se215 IEMs which i got 3 weeks ago and i love them. I am planning to buy a new pair of closed back headphones but im confused. I mostly listen to rock (all kinds of sub genres of rock). I want a punchy & correct bass but not overpowering the mids and the highs...

Hi All,   I'm building up my home rig again, and have myself a Burson HA160D amp - very happy with it, however - the AKG Q701s I bought don't have enough life / slam for more uptempo music...   My Sony Z1000s are relatively good all rounders, but - again - still not fantastic for rock /...

Hi,   These headphones will be used with my iMac and my audio interface (30 ohm output) for both home recording (guitar) and general listening.  Since I will use them also for tracking isolation and lack of leakage when recording with a condenser mic is important.  I have idenified a number...

New job, and new rules for me. I'm 40 years old and going to join a bunch of younger tech savvy hipsters that all look sooo cool. Office rules say that listening to music with cans must not bother others and is a aign you want to work in privacy. So in this setting I need overears a) with...

Hey everyone   I have some HD598s that I just got for use at work, and they sound great, much better than my HD555s, but they leak too much for my office mate. I didn't think they'd bother her, but they are apparently too loud.    I listen to mainly acoustic stuff, some rock, daft punk...

Based on a couple of recommendations here, I was trying to decide between the MDR-Z1000 and the MDR-7520.  I was just at the Sony website for the Z1000 and it says "No Longer Available".  Did the Z1000 get replaced with something else?  And if so, is that something else comparable to the...

I'm really happy with my D2000 cans that I use at home, but I'm also looking for something portable.  I consider myself a "bassy-head", not so much a "basshead".  Unlike most, I dont' really consider the D2000 to be "basshead" cans - while they do extend quite low and have some rumble - the bass...

   I hope I am posting this in the correct area (it was here or portable source)   Does anyone have any experience with making an ultra short cable (removable or not) and directly attaching a small player (Sansa clip etc.) directly to the cups or band in some way?    I am sure I saw a pic...

Hi,   Yesterday I received My Sony MDR-Z1000 & I was really happy with its sound & comfort. It is a huge step forward from my Presonus HD7 (Superlux HD668B Clone). I listened to music with Z1000 for 2 hours. But today I wanted to go outside and I borrowed my brother cheap Sony MDR-EX100 which...

I've had a pair of Denon AH-D1001 for almost three years now. They are my first pair of headphones costing more than about $20. I've been using them without an amp. They've revolutionized the way I listen to and appreciate music. However, they have taken some bumps over the years, due in part to...

Are the Sony MDR-Z1000 ear pads different in either quality or texture than the MDR-7520 or MDR-7510? Anyone have both pairs to compare and contrast?

Greetings fellow music lovers   I recently got myself a pair of IEMs - the Monster MDT's - and I'm loving them so far. They are very enjoyable to listen to - very "alive" sounding and offer me a great option when I want ultra portability. But I can't help but feel something is missing...