[renegadeandy]

Hi guys!
 
I am a partial audiophile and arrive here to get your opinions of something I want - http://store.universal-music.co.uk/restofworld/beats-by-dre-solo-hd-black-high-definition-on-ear-headphones-with-controltalk/invt/78022702/
 
I like the look + comfort of these headphones, I can buy them for £149.99 in John Lewis UK - 2 year guarantee,
 
Do you guys think these headphones are worth the cash, if they are, why, if they arent why.
 
Help me to understand the product,
 
Cheers,

 

[koolkat]

What kind of music do you like?
 
Are you a basshead, treblehead or ? 
 
 

 

[renegadeandy]

I love hip hop, old school, all dre stuff, all dangerdoom stuff - mostly mid / bass. However I have a wide interest + need something which can handle the highs too.

 

[TMRaven]

You mentioned you like the comfort of them.  Personally I say that if you've tried them on for a bit and really liked them, then get them.  There's some other alternatives like Ultrasone 580, but you won't be getting the Beats styling.  Would you be using them as portables?

 

[MalVeauX]

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I love hip hop, old school, all dre stuff, all dangerdoom stuff - mostly mid / bass. However I have a wide interest + need something which can handle the highs too.

Heya,
 
If you want them, get them. It's that simple.
 
Search "Beats" and start reading. We have a zillion threads on the subject.
 
Oh, and get ready for the onslaught of...
 
Very best,

 

[renegadeandy]

For the onslaught of what!!?!?!?
 
Yes, I will be taking them to Portugal on holiday in the next few days - and will be taking them to + from work each day - so the case is a must, and durable too...?

 

[TMRaven]

Onslaught of Beats bashing from the head-fi community.  Beats are looked down upon in the audiophile world, but really there's nothing wrong with Beats if that's what you like-- your ears are the final judgement afterall. 

 

[extrabigmehdi]

Yeah, just get them,  if you want them.

 

[renegadeandy]

Well if there is a better choice, at a similar price - tell me.
 
I really like good quality sound - and want to know why people are beats bashing...... - if there are bad things about them, tell me before I splash out!
 
 

 

[koolkat]

No one's going to recommend him any Ultrasones? :l
 
Ultrasone HFI-780?
 
 

 

[zammykoo]

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Well if there is a better choice, at a similar price - tell me.
 
I really like good quality sound - and want to know why people are beats bashing...... - if there are bad things about them, tell me before I splash out!
 
 

The Beats are popular because of its marketing, not sound quality.
 
They are also overpriced fashion items and not really meant for audiophiles.

 

[12345142]

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No one's going to recommend him any Ultrasones? :l
 
Ultrasone HFI-780?
 
 

I'll second that. Also consider the ATH Pro700 Mk2.
 

 

[Byakushiki]

Maybe try the low end Pioneer HDJ's. Bassy sound signature with a treble spike, so it's somewhat "clear". Mids are a bit recessed, but not much to complain about if you stick it on a good eq. Do let them burn in though. Plus they're cheaper, maybe 80-100 quid. They look quite nice too, though the only flaw would be they don't fold at all. But then you can use your savings and get a bag.

 

[renegadeandy]

Hmm well to be honest the fold away is almost an essential feature - because I plan to travel with them quite a lot. As I said, i want to buy a set tomorrow and only have access to http://www.johnlewis.com/ and http://hmv.com/hmvweb/home.do in the actual stores..... so any of your supported choice in those stores? I agree Beats have been marketed well - however I am willing to overlook them if there is an equally solid set at same / cheaper price + it can be folded away - the purchase includes a bag etc. The dre ones seem to include all of what I have said thats why i looked at them.

 

[koolkat]

Ultrasone HFI-780 folds up, comes with a bag, and is about 160 on Amazon.co.uk 
 
Ultrasones are bass-kings. I think you should look into getting these.