PUcmw11
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Hey Head-Fi!
Read through many forum posts, but I am to the point of I needing situational advice.
My name is Chris Wood from Indiana and I haven't posted on here in a few years. Last I was on, you fine folks helped me to refine my first choice of an audiophile grade headphone:
Etymotic ER4P
I have LOVED them for what they are...but I have refined my own tastes in sound signature and now I once again need help. Here we go!
I learned the meaning of flat and precision with the ER4P's. They have been great for that, but I have found them to be too analytical and cold for what I listen to most. I like a warmer (even a V shaped) sound signature.
So, I will keep my er4p's for my on-the-go ventures, but here is what I'm trying to find.
Requirements:
-mostly used at home with Computer (ASROCK Purity Sound-built in mo-bo amp and shielding) <--does have full size plug
-occasionally lossless format high bitrate sources on my galaxy note 3
-warmer than flat
-very strong (but clean!) bass for house/dubstep (don't judge!)
-no dedicated bass cannons with everything else muddled
-open/closed/IEM...No matter (except for gaming sound location is better with cans)
-used for gaming MMOFPS mostly (directional sound is a big plus!)
-will use external mic for gaming
-wide genre application (I really do have playlists that mix dubstep and opera...I listen to everything)
-sound isolation not a major concern
-not wanting to amp if I can avoid it
-would prefer replaceable pads/cords
A bit about me:
I'm not a dedicated basshead...but I want to feel it. Something about it stirs my soul and I love it. I also love classical and soundtracks (LOTR for example). Some days though, I just need some hip hop...Carter 4 never leaves the car. I am looking for the precision of the ER4P's with a significantly more fun outlook on life. I want be CoMpLeTeLy immersed in my games and movies like I was there. I want to hear if the tank creeping up behind me is at 4 or 6 o'clock. I want that perfection we seek...just tailored a bit to my preferences.
Budget:
$350
Current considerations:
Cans:
-Phillips Fidelio X1's
-Sennheiser HD598's
IEMs:
-Sennheiser Ie80's
I am open to all suggestions and hoping you wonderful people can provide some clarity and recommendations! First hand experience and experience based on similar preferences is definitely preferred.
Thanks in advance!
Chris Wood
Read through many forum posts, but I am to the point of I needing situational advice.
My name is Chris Wood from Indiana and I haven't posted on here in a few years. Last I was on, you fine folks helped me to refine my first choice of an audiophile grade headphone:
Etymotic ER4P
I have LOVED them for what they are...but I have refined my own tastes in sound signature and now I once again need help. Here we go!
I learned the meaning of flat and precision with the ER4P's. They have been great for that, but I have found them to be too analytical and cold for what I listen to most. I like a warmer (even a V shaped) sound signature.
So, I will keep my er4p's for my on-the-go ventures, but here is what I'm trying to find.
Requirements:
-mostly used at home with Computer (ASROCK Purity Sound-built in mo-bo amp and shielding) <--does have full size plug
-occasionally lossless format high bitrate sources on my galaxy note 3
-warmer than flat
-very strong (but clean!) bass for house/dubstep (don't judge!)
-no dedicated bass cannons with everything else muddled
-open/closed/IEM...No matter (except for gaming sound location is better with cans)
-used for gaming MMOFPS mostly (directional sound is a big plus!)
-will use external mic for gaming
-wide genre application (I really do have playlists that mix dubstep and opera...I listen to everything)
-sound isolation not a major concern
-not wanting to amp if I can avoid it
-would prefer replaceable pads/cords
A bit about me:
I'm not a dedicated basshead...but I want to feel it. Something about it stirs my soul and I love it. I also love classical and soundtracks (LOTR for example). Some days though, I just need some hip hop...Carter 4 never leaves the car. I am looking for the precision of the ER4P's with a significantly more fun outlook on life. I want be CoMpLeTeLy immersed in my games and movies like I was there. I want to hear if the tank creeping up behind me is at 4 or 6 o'clock. I want that perfection we seek...just tailored a bit to my preferences.
Budget:
$350
Current considerations:
Cans:
-Phillips Fidelio X1's
-Sennheiser HD598's
IEMs:
-Sennheiser Ie80's
I am open to all suggestions and hoping you wonderful people can provide some clarity and recommendations! First hand experience and experience based on similar preferences is definitely preferred.
Thanks in advance!
Chris Wood
