Beyerdynamic DT880 Consumer or DT880 Pro

[ryder78]

Hmm.. looks like I need to listen to the LCD2 and DT880 rather than putting the T1 at the top of my priority.

 

[PurpleAngel]

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Thanks for the thoughts again.
I'll listen to the Beyerdynamic DT880/600, T1, Audeze LCD2 and Sennheiser HD880 soon and have a feel how all these headphones sound like. Out of all these cans, it is likely that I will end up with either the DT880 or the LCD2.
The T1 and HD800 are too much money (for me) at the moment, not to mention in a T1 vs HD800 review ASR felt these headphones are overpriced and should cost around $500-$1000 and not at their retail. To each his own I guess. Since the DT880 shares a pretty striking sonic resemblance to the T1, though not at a similar level, at its price point it does represent excellent value. As with most high-end headphones, point of diminishing returns will likely be evident. That may explain the miniscule sonic differences between the DT880 and T1. Although the differences are appreciable rendering the T1 to be a superior model, I can understand your thoughts and share the same sentiment of the lower-priced DT880 on a value perspective. 

What are you currently using to power headphones?
Any plans on buying a new headphone amplifier?

 

[Abacusrexx]

Hey I'm looking at buying the DT 880 Premium. I believe I'll go with the 250 Ohm over the 600 Ohm (any thoughts on this?). I will be using them for music (metal, classical, rock) as well as games (BF3, Metro 2033, MW3 etc...). 
 
I'd like to buy an amp such as a FiiO E7 or something similar to use with my iPod/external music player. Any suggestions? $100 tops. 
 
I'm planning to buy a sound card for my PC such as a Xonar X1 to achieve surround sound during games. 
 
Does that sound alright?

 

[AlfredWong]

Quote: FAQ for Headphones, Beyerdynamic website

Difference between DT 880 PRO - DT 880 Edition - (PRO vs. Consumer)
The DT 880 PRO is designed for use in studio and on stage for professional use. It's headband has a more rugged construction (thicker material) and gives a more secure fit for the listener in comparison to the DT 880 Edition. This provides a better fit and causes also a more powerful compressed sound which is necessary for professional applications in studio, OB and FOH. The DT 880 Edition therefore is designed for easy listening. The headband provides a long wearing comfort for hours, causing the DT 880 Edition to have a more transparent and open sound in comparison to the DT 880 PRO.
The differences of both headphones are not huge in mechanical design, but only that small change causes a big difference in sound and application.
The following headphones:
DT 990 PRO - DT 990
DT 770 PRO - DT 770
have a very similar difference.

From official website. And yes there is a sonic difference.

 

[BeyerFan]

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What are you currently using to power headphones?
Any plans on buying a new headphone amplifier?

 
Currently I do not have any headphones or headphone amps. Yes, there are plans for a headphone amp.

 

[Jodiuh]

Bill-P:

I have owned the 880 Premium 600 Ohm, but sent them back due to the AKG Q701s more accurate rear positioning cues when playing Battlefield 3. It broke my heart tho as I simply cannot stand them for listening. Anemic, artificial mids and not enough low end extension.

I just demoed and bought the 880 Pro 250 Ohm from guitar center. While its convenient to have such a great option for my Galaxy S3, they lack refinement in the low end.

I love mid, but if you're saying the 600s are more natural, I believe you. I'm kicking myself tho cause I could have ordered them from Amazon and had them tomorrow if I was patient.

I'm using a little dot mkiii with Soviet tubes (can't remember #) so I'm good with amp action. Tho, I need to mate them with a solid state for trance...I like the speed of ss.

What would you recommend? Source is Asus Xonar DX.

Thanks!