[TrevorCook]

Hm. Well, if I'm trying to get the best out of my music, do I really want a completely neutral sound? I would prefer my music to sound good rather than perfect. If that makes any sense... That in consideration, what mentioned in post 24, (+ the eH350s and the RP-21s) would do that best?

Thanks again for all your help!

 

[CDC471]

KSC35......... love it..........

 

[StealthR6]

Senn HD485, for about $70 they are a great headphone. I also like the AT A500.

 

[UltraEvo]

Quote:

Originally Posted by StealthR6 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Senn HD485, for about $70 they are a great headphone. I also like the AT A500.

Any detail on what kind of music will the HD485 excel in?

 

[dissembled]

If you're a

, you'll enjoy the 485s.

 

[TrevorCook]

lol. Not much of a

, so probably no HD485s.

Any opinions on ATH-Ax00 vs. ATH-ADx00?

Also, thoughts on post #31?

Thanks!

 

[dissembled]

AD700s are great all-rounders. I still wholeheartedly believe that they're the best $100 phones man can buy.

AD700/MS1 Comparison
AD700/HD555/HD595 Comparison; Impression Thread
Good Gear Review

As for phones in the SUB-$100 mark, the EH350s no doubt. The level of refinement they offer is probably equivalent to how much phones costing 2x-3x more would offer.
My Impressions

 

[DrBenway]

I had a pair of SR-60s that I still miss. Unbeatable at the price, in my opinion.

At a lower price point, I've always been a big fan of the PortaPros. Really stunning for only $39, collapsible for travel, and quite rugged. And they come with a lifetime guarantee. My choice for everyday portable use.

 

[TAF94]

I would caution against the EH350 unless you have a chance to try them. Semi-circumaural cans are not for everyone. I liked HD485 more. Not

imo.

 

[StealthR6]

Quote:

Originally Posted by dissembled /img/forum/go_quote.gif If you're a , you'll enjoy the 485s.

No they are nothing like the DT770's, those are

the HD485 are interesting, if the 595's and DT770 had a baby, this would perhaps resemble a HD485. They don't really sound like the 595 or 580, but they do have a wonderful detailed bass somewhat senn veil sound to them. They are surprisingly good for a $70 can. Probably not as good as say a 595, but at less then 1/2 the price they are certainly not 1/2 the HP the 595's are. I feel they are on par or slightly better then the 555's.

 

[TrevorCook]

Well, after A LOT of reading... I think I'm pretty much sold on the AD700s.

Any last words to try and change my mind?

And thanks again for all your help. You guys have been great.

 

[dissembled]

Quote:

I would caution against the EH350 unless you have a chance to try them. Semi-circumaural cans are not for everyone. I liked HD485 more. Not imo..

The reasons why I personally chose the 350s over the 485s?

- wanted detail. was afraid that the 485s had enough

bass to overwhelm details.
- read that the 485s had recessed midrange. personally want vocals to be in the forefront of music.
- was also told the 485s were slightly veiled.

Could you give us reasons why you think the 85s are better than the 350s? Very interested in this as my sub-$100 choices were over these 2 specific cans.

Quote:

Well, after A LOT of reading... I think I'm pretty much sold on the AD700s. Any last words to try and change my mind? And thanks again for all your help. You guys have been great.

You sure you don't want the AD900s instead?

Seriously. You'll love those purple guys. Let us know how that works out for you.

 

[qazwsx]

The Sennheiser HD485 is not a basshead can, though I was still unimpressed with it's sound quality. The sound has decent bass, highs, and detail, but you also get a sucked out midrange which leaves your music feeling hollow, or if it is coming through a door.

 

[TAF94]

Quote:

Originally Posted by dissembled /img/forum/go_quote.gif The reasons why I personally chose the 350s over the 485s? - wanted detail. was afraid that the 485s had enough bass to overwhelm details. - read that the 485s had recessed midrange. personally want vocals to be in the forefront of music. - was also told the 485s were slightly veiled. Could you give us reasons why you think the 85s are better than the 350s? Very interested in this as my sub-$100 choices were over these 2 specific cans.

After the first reason - that I don't care for the fit and comfort of semi-circumaural cans, the hd485s had more clarity and bass. I actually thought the EH350 sounded slightly veiled by comparison.

Quote:

Originally Posted by qazwsx /img/forum/go_quote.gif The Sennheiser HD485 is not a basshead can, though I was still unimpressed with it's sound quality. The sound has decent bass, highs, and detail, but you also get a sucked out midrange which leaves your music feeling hollow, or if it is coming through a door.

I agree it's not a basshead can. If you try it on different sources such as home receivers you may even find you would like slightly more bass. However I disagree about the recessed midrange. My impressions were it is above average. Usually if it would have a recessed midrange the highs and lows would be pronounced which is not the case.

 

[TrevorCook]

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