[animefreeks]

I know that many people often say the HD 598's are the best unamped headphones in the world or whatnot, but since getting a decent soundcard for my computer (Asus Xonar Essence STX), I'm looking into getting a better Sennheiser headphone for my setup. HD 600, HD 650, and even the HD 700 are in my consideration. HD 800 is out of my price range. I dont really listen to one genre of music; I listen to everything EXCEPT country and polka and the sort. Some dubstep, some Top 10, and some classical are in my playlist. What I want to know is what would be the best *noticeable* upgrade for these headphones? Soundstage is a must, but I also want the depth of the HD 600's. Demoed the HD 600's at this one store called MODIA, but it was hooked up to a Macbook Pro, which meant it was unamped and sounded VERY anemic, but I still noticed the difference in depth between the HD 598s and the HD 600's. I also read that the HD 600's dont have as wide a soundstage as the HD 598's so my main question is, would the HD 700's be a good investment in for my next upgrade?

 

[AlfonsoCirioIII]

As a consumer, no. As an audiophile, it depends whether you're willing to spend a lot (in addition to the headphone amp your getting). Also, I recommend trying different brands, such as: AKG, Denon, Grado etc. not Beats.

 

[alyx]

Beyer T90
http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-Tesla-Audiophile-High-Headphone/dp/B00890YNBK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1378717973&sr=8-1&keywords=beyerdynamic+t90

 

[animefreeks]

I sprung for the HD 700's. Reason why is I get employee discount at Best Buy. I checked on the system and found out that it was supposed to be $669 instead of the full MSRP. On that price, I had to ask. However, during checkout, the sales rep advised me that they use a different system from Best Buy (we have a store called Magnolia), and that the employee price was wrong, and that I could get the HD 700's for $433. Yes. $433. No brainer. 

 

[pdrm360]

  I sprung for the HD 700's. Reason why is I get employee discount at Best Buy. I checked on the system and found out that it was supposed to be $669 instead of the full MSRP. On that price, I had to ask. However, during checkout, the sales rep advised me that they use a different system from Best Buy (we have a store called Magnolia), and that the employee price was wrong, and that I could get the HD 700's for $433. Yes. $433. No brainer. 

 
For $433 I wouldn't be hesitate to buy one.

 

[painted klown]

$1k 'HPs for $433... I would swipe my card so fast, the plastic would melt!  LOL!

 

[Buyer no 1]

Congrats on that deal! Hope it brings you the improvement you were looking for. Otherwise, it shouldn't be a problem selling them at a decent price  

 

[manbear]

That's an amazing price, you should buy more and sell them new in box for a profit. 

 

 

[xSARSx]

get the hd 650. must mate it with a good amp though