tjmaxwell
New Head-Fier
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Hello again everyone,
I recently asked for advice on some closed headphones to replace my Bose QuietComfort 2s, and I was advised to try some Audio Technica ATH-A900s. I liked the sound of the A900s, but they were too bulky for portable iPod use. I then moved on to the Shure E3cs, and they sound good too, but the seal issue is causing me a lot of problems and the sound is fatiguing to me.
So basically, I'm back to step one. I use an iPod while travelling and at work. I have recently re-ripped the majority of my CDs using EAC and LAME. I enjoy mainly classical and piano music, but also like rock, pop, and country. I'm now convinced that comfort is a number one priority since these headphones are routinely worn for several hours a day at work. Is there a headphone out there similar in design and comfort to the Bose QuietComfort2 with much improved sound without the need of an amp? The reason I liked the QC2s for comfort is because my ears were completely surrounded by the cups, and didn't touch anything. I didn't particularly care for the A900s because the speaker was too close to the cups and my ears were "crunched" up against them. Granted, I have big ears. I realize that the sound may not be up to par with the A900, but is there something more comfortable out there with better sound than the Bose? I've considered the Beyer D250-80, but those seem to not get glowing reviews here. I've also considered the Sony CD3000s, but don't think those would be my best choice for iPod use. Are there any other closed headphones you can recommend? Thanks again!
I recently asked for advice on some closed headphones to replace my Bose QuietComfort 2s, and I was advised to try some Audio Technica ATH-A900s. I liked the sound of the A900s, but they were too bulky for portable iPod use. I then moved on to the Shure E3cs, and they sound good too, but the seal issue is causing me a lot of problems and the sound is fatiguing to me.
So basically, I'm back to step one. I use an iPod while travelling and at work. I have recently re-ripped the majority of my CDs using EAC and LAME. I enjoy mainly classical and piano music, but also like rock, pop, and country. I'm now convinced that comfort is a number one priority since these headphones are routinely worn for several hours a day at work. Is there a headphone out there similar in design and comfort to the Bose QuietComfort2 with much improved sound without the need of an amp? The reason I liked the QC2s for comfort is because my ears were completely surrounded by the cups, and didn't touch anything. I didn't particularly care for the A900s because the speaker was too close to the cups and my ears were "crunched" up against them. Granted, I have big ears. I realize that the sound may not be up to par with the A900, but is there something more comfortable out there with better sound than the Bose? I've considered the Beyer D250-80, but those seem to not get glowing reviews here. I've also considered the Sony CD3000s, but don't think those would be my best choice for iPod use. Are there any other closed headphones you can recommend? Thanks again!