[jamess71]

I've got a pair of SR80's and I listen to an ipod at work. They are too loud for the job I'm at, in a cubicle. what are some good closed cans for under 200 that will sound as good as the grados? I'll probably add an amp later on along with line out dock. Just found this forum yesterday and already have the itch to upgrade.

Thnaks
James

 

[giles]

Hey James,

Have you checked out the Senn HD-280 or AKG K271? Both should be well within your price range.

Giles

 

[Pibborando]

I'd go with the K271. They'd be a significant step up from the Senn HD 280s SQ wise and be much more comfy.

 

[bebanovich]

I have the SR80s and the RP21s and the 21s are currently kicking serious butt and were a little cheaper. That's the extent of my 1st-hand knowledge but check-out Skyline's recent < $150 closed-can shoot-out.

 

[Andrew_WOT]

271S with amp are unbeatable in that price range. Auto shut off switch is just made for office use. Get yourself velour pads, they increase comfort tremendously. I got mine from djdeals $167 with free shipping in US, but you might be able to find a better deal.

Now, if you can afford Zu cable for them

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[jamess71]

Thanks for the quick response guys. Forgot to mention I also have the shure E2c which sound great but are a pain in the ass to put in and take out everytime the phone rings or someone comes in the oiffice. So It looks like I'm down to three

AKG K271 about $160
Equation Audio RP21 about $100
Dennon AH-D1000 about $100

Are the k271's worth the extra $60? What do you gus think, also taking comfort into the equation. I found dansdata.com last night, great site for reviews.

Thanks
James

 

[Andrew_WOT]

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Originally Posted by jamess71 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Are the k271's worth the extra $60? What do you gus think, also taking comfort into the equation.

Comfort with stock pleather pads is nothing to brag about. With velour I wear them around 8 hours straight every day.
Big warning, YOU NEED AN AMP with them.

 

[only500made]

check the signature...

I used it at work about 3x and never heard a thing about "your music's too loud!"

 

[giles]

Well, I just ordered a pair of the HD280s for $52 (refurb). I'm hoping they'll be good enough for those times when I really need to seal out the world. The rest of the time I'll be using the HD580s.

 

[holland]

I'm going to throw something out that people probably haven't heard in a while.

Beyer DT660.

 

[jilgiljongiljing]

AT A900

 

[KT88]

I've had the A900's, the HD280's, a few more, and now own the RP-21. They do press a little hard on my head which is larger than average, but in terms of sound I think they are the right way to go.

 

[1Time]

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Originally Posted by giles /img/forum/go_quote.gif Well, I just ordered a pair of the HD280s for $52 (refurb).

Nice score. I suggest the following when you get it: put it on and adjust the headband, listen to a song that you're very familiar with, then stretch them over about 9 inches of books, and burn them in for 1 week straight with moderately loud music. Listen to your song again. Then burn them in for another week with loud music. I prefer using my "Boston" CD for burn ins. Then listen to that song a third time. You'll see.

 

[1Time]

Quote:

Originally Posted by jamess71 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Thanks for the quick response guys. Forgot to mention I also have the shure E2c which sound great but are a pain in the ass to put in and take out everytime the phone rings or someone comes in the oiffice. So It looks like I'm down to three AKG K271 about $160 Equation Audio RP21 about $100 Dennon AH-D1000 about $100 Are the k271's worth the extra $60? What do you gus think, also taking comfort into the equation. I found dansdata.com last night, great site for reviews. Thanks James

Based on Skylab's review and you wanting comfortable cans, I suggest going with the Denon D1000.

 

[MaloS]

Quote:

Originally Posted by jilgiljongiljing /img/forum/go_quote.gif AT A900

+1 I wonder if Skylab has had an A900 on his head.

No closed can sounds like a Grado, but some can get interesting, and certainly will sound on par fidelity-wise.