KodaO
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My XB500's burnt out and I want something well balanced with a slight bass emphasis, the bass on the XB's was too muddy for me. I don't plan on getting an amp. Any suggestions?
My XB500's burnt out and I want something well balanced with a slight bass emphasis, the bass on the XB's was too muddy for me. I don't plan on getting an amp. Any suggestions?
Heya,
Ultrasone HFI 580
M-Audio Q40
Beyer DT770 PRO
Very best,
These are great recommendations. Exactly the list I had in mind.
However, it seems that a lot of people consider the DT770 a very bassy can, so keep that in mind.
But if your issue is with muddiness, I don't think you'll have any problems with them.
The HFI 580 is fantastic for EDM, the DT770 is extremely comfortable, and the Q40 has a detachable cable.
Each has its own advantages, so read up and decide for yourself what's best for you.
Heya,
Just a note, the DT770 is not that bassy. I'm not sure where this perpetuated theme came from. It's not thin, it's not anemic. And no, it's not true-neutral, but it's not boomy and bassy either, it's warmer than neutral. I think most of this false information came from people who just look at graphs of frequency response and haven't actually listened to them, or at least, haven't heard what bassy headphones sound like. It's less bassy compared to the HFI580 and Q40. But I digress...
My DT770 is bassy however, because I enhance it's bass by +3 db across the lower spectrum with hardware EQ.
Very best,
Not sure if I'd invest in an amp for the DT770. Is it worth the $60 Fiio E11+L9 combo? Decisions, decisions.
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Pairing a Fiio of any kind with any Beyer is actually a very good idea.
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OP, sounds like you are describing the Philips Uptown. Although, I almost hesitate to mention it. I'd recommend for the sound and comfort, but the cable remote causes channel imbalance if it's not in the "sweet spot" and is a problem.
Strangely, I never had this problem with the cable a lot of people talk about. Maybe I'm just lucky. I don't know.
How had no one suggested the Koss Pro DJ100? Easily my pick.