[Neek]

Which of these two are a better value and which one is better in overall sound quality? Say compare it while using rock genre music.

 

[Thecoolguy]

I havent heard either, so i'd only take mt opinion with a grain of salt, but the ms-1s have a MUCH higher reputation around here than the beats solo. Also, alessandros and grados are known for being exellent headphones for rock/metal. 

 

[Tanjent]

MS1i's sure do excel when listening to Rock, Metal, or ANY kind of guitar..
 
Geez,  you should listen to Buddy guy thru these OH MAN..
 
 
Grado are also a guitar company..  

 

 

[Aizura]

Absolutely no comparison. The MS1i are often referred to as the best bang for buck headphone you can buy, whereas it's the complete opposite for the beats by dre. I prefer my MS1i to my HD600 for fast music (yes, with the HD600 properly amped). Even if you have a bigger budget, the MS1i is an awesome choice for rock music.

 

[Riku540]

MS-1 no questions asked.

 

[mattering]

MS-1....but if u like undefined, muddy bass and bass that overpowers all the highs and mids then go  with beats lol

 

[Tanjent]

Are we talking MS1i or no just MS1

 

[Riku540]

I have not heard the newer model but since all the "i" versions are "improved" I don't see how it makes a difference. And compared to Dre's no less? Pfft.

 

[Tanjent]

MS1 on the left                                        

 

[021311]

I just got me MS1i today,
and think it was okay.
A cheap SJ5 will K.O. it.
Don't know why it is a big deal here.
Maybe I don't like open headphones.

 

[Riku540]

@Tanjent
... Right. Both both are better than Beats so what does it matter?
 
I'm saying that I'm not comparing  MS-1 to MS-1i. I'm comparing MS-1(i) to Beats, in which I has been stated above, there is no comparison. MS-1(i)'s win hands down.

 

[Trysaeder]

MS1>>>>>>>beats (the fat ones)
One word: detail.

 

[olor1n]

Forget the Beats. If you're looking for best bang for buck cans you should be looking at the MS-1i or ATH-M50. Open vs closed respectively.
 
I find the MS-1i highly engaging with its in your face attack and crunch. It's great for most genres, not just rock. If you're used to muddy overpowering bass you may think the MS-1i is lacking in this regard but I quite like its mid bass punch and precision.
 
If you're looking for deeper bass the M50 offers that in spades, without being boomy or muddy (I experienced this refinement after a hundred or so hours of burn in). I find the drums in particular to have great presence as a result. The highs are prominent but clear and mids are flat. These cans are a lot less colored than the MS-1i but do sound very good when you take value into account.
 
I liken the MS-1i to a great live gig in a small venue where the energy of the music is palpable. The M50 more like being in a club. It'll be a matter of preference but many here will agree you can't really go wrong with either of these as a starting point.