[Nick727]

Hey guys, I currently have the ATH-M50s, I really like there sound but they are uncomfortable and I'm just looking to upgrade or try something different. (Thinking Beyerdynamic DT990)
 
I want to try to keep it between $250-$300. I'll be listening to rap/hip-hop mostly so I enjoy bass but not to much. Occasionally I'll watch a movie too.
 
What do you guys recommend I get? Thanks!
 
 

 

[ssrock64]

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Hey guys, I currently have the ATH-M50s, I really like there sound but they are uncomfortable and I'm just looking to upgrade or try something different. (Thinking Beyerdynamic DT990)
 
I want to try to keep it between $250-$300. I'll be listening to rap/hip-hop mostly so I enjoy bass but not to much. Occasionally I'll watch a movie too.
 
What do you guys recommend I get? Thanks!
 
 

Are you looking for something to use portably or just at home? Do you own/would you buy an amp or DAC? How important is soundstage? Do you want something precise and technical or laid-back and smooth?
 
 

 

[Nick727]

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Are you looking for something to use portably or just at home? Do you own/would you buy an amp or DAC? How important is soundstage? Do you want something precise and technical or laid-back and smooth?
 
 

Just at home, I would as long as the headphones and amp together cost no more then $250-$300. And I'm not sure, I'm open to try anything I don't really have a preference because I haven't tried enough headphones to say.

 

[ssrock64]

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Just at home, I would as long as the headphones and amp together cost no more then $250-$300. And I'm not sure, I'm open to try anything I don't really have a preference because I haven't tried enough headphones to say.

To get a marked contrast to the M50, you may want to go with an open, neutral, analytical can, like the AKG K701 or K702. However, the K-series (as with many AKGs) is notoriously hard to drive, so you may not be able to keep it in your price range with a good amp.

 

[PurpleAngel]

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Hey guys, I currently have the ATH-M50s, I really like there sound but they are uncomfortable and I'm just looking to upgrade or try something different. (Thinking Beyerdynamic DT990)
I want to try to keep it between $250-$300. I'll be listening to rap/hip-hop mostly so I enjoy bass but not to much. Occasionally I'll watch a movie too.
What do you guys recommend I get? Thanks!

The Beyerdynamic DT990s by reputation have lots of bass.