[deeza]

I'm looking for a pair of headphones to use at work. I own Sennheiser HD-580s and 650s at home, but I tend to listen to music louder than normal. I sit pretty close to people (open area), so I don't think having open air cans is a good idea.

I definitely like the circumaural pad style the Sennheisers have, so that would be preferred.

My budget is $300-$400.

Can't wait to hear your responses!

Thanks

 

[ph0rk]

IMHO the beyerdynamic DT250 is about as close as one can get to the HD650 sound signature in a closed can, without any grievous faults.

It also tends to look plain, which is nice for a work headphone. The 80-ohm version driven by a Rockhopper mini3 is so nice I am in danger of not getting any work done.


Well, greater danger.

 

[TheAzhrei]

At work I use the Beyerdynamic DT770s. I have them on all day and they are very comfortable. To amp them, I have used the Headroom Total Bithead and also the RSA Hornet.

 

[TheNewGuy8]

if you like Senn style circumaural pads, the DT250s are probably a good way to go, though they're a bit smaller than the Senns, in case you have big ears.

 

[ckhirnigs113]

I highly recommend the Beyerdynamic DT150. It is a great closed can that seems a little under-appreciated around here.

 

[TheNewGuy8]

ckhirnigs113 - im curious if youv'e compared the DT150s with another set of cans? just curious how thier Sound sig. stacks up

 

[Acix]

If you own the Sennheiser HD-580s and 650s, Ultrasone will be the natural choice...

 

[kool bubba ice]

Quote:

Originally Posted by deeza /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'm looking for a pair of headphones to use at work. I own Sennheiser HD-580s and 650s at home, but I tend to listen to music louder than normal. I sit pretty close to people (open area), so I don't think having open air cans is a good idea. I definitely like the circumaural pad style the Sennheisers have, so that would be preferred. My budget is $300-$400. Can't wait to hear your responses! Thanks

DT150/DT48/750/D2000/780

 

[paulybatz]

I love my PL750s

 

[Tiemen]

Quote:

Originally Posted by ckhirnigs113 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I highly recommend the Beyerdynamic DT150. It is a great closed can that seems a little under-appreciated around here.

x2. The DT150 is IMO somewhat of a closed version of the HD580 (with more PRaT).
And yes, I owned the HD580, and some other cans.

 

[wayward91]

i like my akg k271 mk2's. havnt heard the dt150's but the bbc use them for broadcast work.

 

[moogoob]

Try Denons. The D1001s are quite nice sounding and protect against out-leakage significantly while still allowing enough sound in to know if someone's trying to get your attention. The D2000s I'd imagine are very similar in these properties.

 

[Kees]

Kenwood KH-K1000.
By far the best allround closed headphones in the HD650/K701/AD2000 league.

 

[deeza]

Thanks for all the suggestions.

So far, out of everything that has been recommended, the two that have caught my eyes are:

DT250 (non 80ohm version, I would probably get a portable amp)
BEYER DYNAMIC DT 250 Closed Circumaural Studio Headphones in Corded Headphones at JR.com

DT770-Pro
BEYER DYNAMIC DT770-Pro Closed Circumaural Studio Headphones in Corded Headphones at JR.com

Ultrasone looks interesting. Anyone have any additional information on these? The HFI-2200s look awesome.

What do you guys think? If you had to pick between those, what would you say? I'm nervous as to what they will sound like. I don't want to have too high of expectations going into them (i.e. assuming they're going to be of the 580/650 calibre).

Your help is appreciated.

 

[deeza]

Gah, just found out the 2200s are open air