Chimmy
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Okay, I've been lurking about these forums for about two weeks now. I recently got a Dell DJ and I'm looking to upgrade the earbuds that came with it. They don't sound that bad to me (please excuse me, I am but a neophyte). However, my eyes were opened when I started researching getting a new set of HP. However, there is soooo much information to digest. The info on this forum and at headphone.com have been helpful. However, I'm still having trouble making a decision. For example, I'm not sure if I want open or closed, in-ear, etc. I should probably start with the basics:
1. I listen to mostly classic rock, but also listen to alt. rock, jazz, rap/hip-hop, classical.
2. I'll mostly use these cans for home use but will use them as a portable set as well. I won't wear them to jog - I'll just use the crappy buds that came with the DJ because I don't want to sweat on a nice pair of HP. I may upgrade to better HP for running in the future, but that's for another day.
3. I'll be using it with my DJ, without an amp. Don't plan on getting an amp.
4. Price range - I'd like to stay under $200. I think this might be a bit much for my first time - I am a HP virgin after all
Not sure if I should just dip my toe to see how the water is (i.e., get a cheaper pair of HP) or jump in with both feet (spend a bunch).
After a bit of searching, I have taken note of these HPs:
1. Senn. PX100 - these would be good for portability and are pretty cheap. Might be a good start.
2. Senn. HD497
3. Senn. HD515
4. Senn. HD280 Pro
5. Beyer. DT 231
6. Grado SR60
7. Grado SR225 - seem to be good for rock music
8. Etytomic ER-6
9. Shure E2c
10. Koss KSC35 - another good intro pair with portability
11. Sony D66 Eggos
Of course, any other suggestions are appreciated. Thanks and sorry for the long post.
1. I listen to mostly classic rock, but also listen to alt. rock, jazz, rap/hip-hop, classical.
2. I'll mostly use these cans for home use but will use them as a portable set as well. I won't wear them to jog - I'll just use the crappy buds that came with the DJ because I don't want to sweat on a nice pair of HP. I may upgrade to better HP for running in the future, but that's for another day.
3. I'll be using it with my DJ, without an amp. Don't plan on getting an amp.
4. Price range - I'd like to stay under $200. I think this might be a bit much for my first time - I am a HP virgin after all
After a bit of searching, I have taken note of these HPs:
1. Senn. PX100 - these would be good for portability and are pretty cheap. Might be a good start.
2. Senn. HD497
3. Senn. HD515
4. Senn. HD280 Pro
5. Beyer. DT 231
6. Grado SR60
7. Grado SR225 - seem to be good for rock music
8. Etytomic ER-6
9. Shure E2c
10. Koss KSC35 - another good intro pair with portability
11. Sony D66 Eggos
Of course, any other suggestions are appreciated. Thanks and sorry for the long post.