[dthiep]

Try Sennheiser HD 497

 

[ChickenScrtchBoy]

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Originally Posted by apnk Streetsyle? You should the the friend thing and beat some since into him, the current streetstyles suck the big one. Maybe some MD33's?

Dunno about the sence beating, he's a bit bigger and stronger then me... I'll link to this to show him that, I'm not a lone nut that thinks that Street Styles are bad.

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Originally Posted by crazyfrenchman27 Because KSC75 ear-clips are more portable and supposedly sound better than KSC55s. KSC75s all the way.

Ah, good idea, do you think the 35's would be better, though? or does the comfort issue out weigh the sound quality difference?

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Originally Posted by st3 at-fc7 $45 on teamdigital.net

He checked mine out, he doesn't like the pad fabric

That and shipping = over budget... is team digital even reputable?

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Originally Posted by dthiep Try Sennheiser HD 497

I'll have him look at those, but I have a feeling they will be way off.

 

[BowerR64]

Ding ding, the winner is.........KSC55. The sounds of the 35,50 and 75 in a street style form.

ding ding and the runner up..... sportapros, headband style that will mutate into a streetstyle form.

 

[Bolt San]

G74SL over KSC-55 any day.

 

[ChickenScrtchBoy]

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Originally Posted by Bolt San G74SL over KSC-55 any day.

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Yeah... that really helps....
How about WHY?!

 

[simplelife]

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Originally Posted by ChickenScrtchBoy ... Yeah... that really helps.... How about WHY?!

I dunno... Maybe because he has one for sale?

I saw them around but never tried them myself. So, i can't help you there.

If he looks specifically for street style, i really don't think KSC55 is really difficult to beat. I think because of its fit, i feel it's even more balanced (read less boomy) than my Portapro. Especially, when you can get one for $12.55. Well... you can get 2 to get free shipping and keep a pair for yourself. I just don't use it that much because i hate putting on and taking off streetstyle.

My trick for KSC55: use hairdryer and blank spindle of CD to help stretch its headband. Warm it up and stretch it to perfect shape. You probably want to cover its drivers a bit with washcloth or something, just to make sure that you don't burn (literally) your drivers.

If he still hesitate about his choice, tell him that "What kinda magic headphones you want for your $30?" and go get a new friend.

 

[mikechai]

AKG K-66 is also worth considering. Airy sound, although a bit weak in bass.

 

[Brown Cow]

px100's he can place them behind his neck

(I've seen people do these to 497's)
or the px60's but I don't think anyone's tried them

 

[phasion]

I am using the Sony MDREX71's that I bought from Amazon.com. The sound is pretty good for the $30 I paid. The isolation is okay, you might hear some sound through them. Pretty good since you don't want to walk in traffic not hearing anything. The trick to bring out the best possible Bass is to find the right size plugs that fits. I was using the Medium size and wasn't getting any bass at all. Also they were falling out of my ears. Once I used the smallest size, which felt awkward at first, the bass got much louder and it fitted perfectly.
Mids are best so far in terms of canal phones for me, but highs could be better. Bass was what I was looking for and these Sonys do the job. Suitable for electronica and light rock music. I use these UNamped but they are easily driven.
The headphone wire is perfect for portable use, its extremely short - ideal for remotes. It also comes with a long extension cord if you don't use a remote. Some people may not like the right side having the longer cable, but I just wrap it around the back of my neck. Also comes with wire adjuster and headphone case!