[kakaibra1990]

HELLO. please help me.
how are the bass different beetwen ad900 vs hd598 ?
thank you very much.  hope you can explain clearly for me.

 

[linuxid10t]

If you are looking for bass between the two, the HD598 would probably be better.  Audio Technica's AD series typically lacks in that department.
 
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HELLO. please help me.
how are the bass different beetwen ad900 vs hd598 ?
thank you very much.  hope you can explain clearly for me.

 

 

[linuxid10t]

Closer to the top of your budget, I would suggest the HD555.  However, if you want to go cheaper, or just get a Grado, I'm selling off my SR-60i for $60 in the Head-Fi classifieds.
 
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Hello!
 
 
I have been thinking about getting a pair of decent headphones for listening at home, as a complement to my ViSang R03 and PortaPro (Kramer+quarter mod) that I use on the move. The two most important aspects are SQ (of course) and comfort, and my budget caps at $100 for this, could stretch to $140 if it's really worth it (Poor student life, I hate you). The only decent source I have is a Clip+ which will have to suffice for now until I get the economy to get myself decent hifi equipment. Other than this I have my laptop, but no DAC. This will not have to fit within the $100 but will be invested in later, would the E10 be a good choice? Would be good to use the USB with my laptop, since it only has a common analog port and a on-board sound card among the worse.
 
 
Listening style: I would like the sound to be on the neutral to warmer side, a wide soundstage and they should be able to deliver crisp, detailed highs without stepping too far from the natural sound. My preferred style of music is very wide and includes IDM, classical piano, jazz, classic rock, indie rock, reggae, shoegaze and much more.
 
 
Just going to throw out a couple of cans that I think might fit my listening style, even tho I'm very new in the area. Please tell me your opinion, and of course recommend me whatever else that you think might fit:
 
Sennheiser HD555
Denon D-1000
Koss Pro DJ100
AKG K240
Grados SR60i
 
 
Any help or input from you guys would be very helpful!
 
Thank you,
Edvard

 

 

 

[kakaibra1990]

thank you very much.
i'm going to go for hd558 for male vocal and movies. is it good. ? can not afforf for hd598 .
thanks again
 

 

[csm725]

Hey guys! I have bought the AD700's but since I have a smaller head they cover my lower jaw. This is an excuse for a new set of cans!
I need the following criteria to be satisfied:
- <$200 shipped, preferably nearer to $150
- Near same soundstage as AD700's, worse is OK as long as not too bad
- More bass than AD700
- ADJUSTABLE
- No more than 128 Ohms
Was considering
- ATH M50
- DT770 Pro 80
Any ideas? Cheers everyone.
 
 

 

[chetanappu007]

Hi guys,
 planning to buy bayerdynamic dt 770 headphones. which one of the 32ohm or 80 ohm version is better when listening from an ipod. Also can i drive 250ohm version through an ipod or do i need an amplifier.
Thanks in advance....cheers!!!

 

[thelostMIDrange]

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[thelostMIDrange]

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Hi guys,
 planning to buy bayerdynamic dt 770 headphones. which one of the 32ohm or 80 ohm version is better when listening from an ipod. Also can i drive 250ohm version through an ipod or do i need an amplifier.
Thanks in advance....cheers!!!

 

 

[PurpleAngel]

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Hey guys! I have bought the AD700's but since I have a smaller head they cover my lower jaw. This is an excuse for a new set of cans!
I need the following criteria to be satisfied:
- <$200 shipped, preferably nearer to $150
- Near same soundstage as AD700's, worse is OK as long as not too bad
- More bass than AD700
- ADJUSTABLE
- No more than 128 Ohms
Was considering
- ATH M50
- DT770 Pro 80
Any ideas? Cheers everyone.

The ATH-AD700 is an open headphone.
The ATH-M50 and Beyer DT-770 Pro 80-Ohm are closed headphones.
So your now looking for closed headphones?
 
 
 

 

[csm725]

Open or closed are OK by me as long as they fulfill the above criteria.

 

[thelostMIDrange]

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[csm725]

I know that; I meant that I am fine with both open and closed cans, I have no preference for one type over the other.

 

[Armaegis]

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Hey everyone. I'm looking for suggestions for open headphones. If possible, please include an amp suggestion as well. Thanks.​

 
Music genres: 25% electronic, 65% rock/post-rock. The remaining 10% belongs to everything but hip-hop, jazz, and reggae.
Price: $600, including an amp.
Sound preferences: My favorite headphone/earphone I have heard is the Vsonic GR07. I am looking for something with a better soundstage (hence open headphones) and perhaps a less soft dynamic range. I prefer a warm and sweet sound signature.

right at budget: Sennheiser HD600/650 with Bottlehead Crack.
cheaper: AKG K701 with FiiO e7+e9

 
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Music genres: I listen to mostly Rap/Hip-Hop, Dub step, and Hardcore
Portablity: I don't really mind as long as there not obnoxiously large.
Price range:  Around $150
Closed/Open: Closed
Sound preference: I don't really have anything to compare it to these would be my first step into hi-fi audio equipment.
 
The source would be my iPod touch 4G. I have seen a lot about the Ultrasone DJ1s would these be good? Is there a sound difference between the regular and the pro and if so which one would be worth getting?  If I would need an amp i have been looking at the Fiio e11 unless someone recommends something else.

Shure 750, Ultrasone HFi580, Audio Technica M50
 


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Hi guys, I found a deal for the relatively new Sennheiser HD 518 for only $100.00 Should i grab these?
 
For reference I previously owned the HD 428, Sony XB500, as well as the Shure SRH440. Short and simple, for the Sony XB500, too much bass muddy mids and highs. Next I thought the HD428 was extremely comfortable since i do wear glasses, and it had a very non fatiguing, laid back sound with clear mids and highs which I all appreciated very much. But on the downside i had to return them due to the extremely brittle plastic feeling and small bass. Next I tried out the Shure SRH440. The bass was fine and had some decent impact and was sufficient, mids and highs were OH VERY present. The extremely shallow cups caused extreme physical discomfort and that sharp peak in the trebles killed it for me though. I felt like they were a bit too bright and edgy for my sensitive ears and felt quite fatiguing for me. I really appreciated the HD 428s mids and highs, maybe with a bit more soundstage, and bass thats not overkill like the Sony XB models but a bit stronger than the SRH 440s. Im only willing to spend $100 on something that fits the profile and is very comfortable and i found the HD 518 on sale. Would these fit my needs?  You could say im looking for something thats right in between a M50 and AD700.  Would greatly appreciate any detailed input.

 
That seems to be the going rate on Amazon at the moment, so it's a decent price (normally $120 it seems). Given your previous experiences, I think the Senn is a good choice for you. You could also consider an AKG K240.
 


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Currently looking for a studio monitoring headphone that also doubles as a musical headphone?
 
I've owned the Audio Technica M50 twice already (lost a pair & the other I sold to upgrade to my Ultrasone Pro 900) and was wondering if I should consider purchasing them for the third time?
 
Budget around $100-300
 
I've been recommended the Sennheiser HD598, Shure 840 and Shure 940.
 
Would these be good upgrades from the M50?
 
Also, any other recommendations would be helpful!

I say go with the 940.
 


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Hey I had Koss pro dj100 and actually loved them, but some son of a bitch mugged me and stole my backpack...with my cans on it, so I'm forced to look for a good replacement...
Let's put it like this:
Music Genres: Mostly rock: classic rock, alt rock, indie. But also classical and a 10% electronic.
Sound Preference: I loved Koss's mid range so i'd like something like that.Good clear, accurate bass, not boomy, and clear crisp highs. Also a good soundstage and good instrument separation.
Equipment: ipod, cmoybb and LOD
Price top: Let's say a hundred bucks, but could be little bit more.
Current options: Sony mdr-v6
                          Shure srh440
                          Panasonics RP-HTF600
                          or again Koss pro dj100
 Wich one would fit better my preferences, or do you have another good option?? Best regards.

If you know and love the sound of the Koss, no need change. If you have the opportunity though, check out a local music/guitar center and try out their stock of headphones. 
 


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So a question on open cans: I currently only have closed cans and IEMs, so open cans are sort of the next frontier so to speak. I'm still in the early stages, but realistically, my budget would be <350. Also, I don't currently own an amp, so they would have to be drivable by something relatively cheap, like a Fiio E9 or something. Some popular ones I've heard of are the Senn HD600s, the AKG K701/2/Q701s, the Beyer 880s, the Senn HD598s, and obviously Grados. Can anyone help me? Also, I've read a couple lukewarm reviews comparing the K701s to some of the others, but I've also read that the Q701 model is an upgrade over them, so how do the Q701s compare?

The Senn HD598 would be a nice safe bet and is easy to drive. All the other want an amp to sound their best; I would personally pick either the HD600 (although pricewise, the Beyer DT880pro is very good)
 

 

[Armaegis]

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So my choice has basically come down to the HE-300 and the HD600. I'm leaning towards the HE-300s just because they seem to be a little more fun sounding , that and im all for trying something new that a lot of.people haven't tried. Just want more of an all rounder since my musical tastes are extremely diverse. Should I just buy them and.live with my decision? Or is there something better in the price range?

Buy both and return the one you don't want? Or... keep both 

 


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Hello!
 
 
I have been thinking about getting a pair of decent headphones for listening at home, as a complement to my ViSang R03 and PortaPro (Kramer+quarter mod) that I use on the move. The two most important aspects are SQ (of course) and comfort, and my budget caps at $100 for this, could stretch to $140 if it's really worth it (Poor student life, I hate you). The only decent source I have is a Clip+ which will have to suffice for now until I get the economy to get myself decent hifi equipment. Other than this I have my laptop, but no DAC. This will not have to fit within the $100 but will be invested in later, would the E10 be a good choice? Would be good to use the USB with my laptop, since it only has a common analog port and a on-board sound card among the worse.
 
 
Listening style: I would like the sound to be on the neutral to warmer side, a wide soundstage and they should be able to deliver crisp, detailed highs without stepping too far from the natural sound. My preferred style of music is very wide and includes IDM, classical piano, jazz, classic rock, indie rock, reggae, shoegaze and much more.
 
 
Just going to throw out a couple of cans that I think might fit my listening style, even tho I'm very new in the area. Please tell me your opinion, and of course recommend me whatever else that you think might fit:
 
Sennheiser HD555
Denon D-1000
Koss Pro DJ100
AKG K240
Grados SR60i
 
 
Any help or input from you guys would be very helpful!
 
Thank you,
Edvard

 

Shure 440
Sony V6
Senn 555
Denon D1001
 


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Hey guys! I have bought the AD700's but since I have a smaller head they cover my lower jaw. This is an excuse for a new set of cans!
I need the following criteria to be satisfied:
- <$200 shipped, preferably nearer to $150
- Near same soundstage as AD700's, worse is OK as long as not too bad
- More bass than AD700
- ADJUSTABLE
- No more than 128 Ohms
Was considering
- ATH M50
- DT770 Pro 80
Any ideas? Cheers everyone.
 
 

Whichever Senn HD5xx fits within your budget.
 


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Hi guys,
 planning to buy bayerdynamic dt 770 headphones. which one of the 32ohm or 80 ohm version is better when listening from an ipod. Also can i drive 250ohm version through an ipod or do i need an amplifier.
Thanks in advance....cheers!!!

 

 

[R-Audiohead]

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Currently looking for a studio monitoring headphone that also doubles as a musical headphone?
 
I've owned the Audio Technica M50 twice already (lost a pair & the other I sold to upgrade to my Ultrasone Pro 900) and was wondering if I should consider purchasing them for the third time?
 
Budget around $100-300
 
I've been recommended the Sennheiser HD598, Shure 840 and Shure 940.
 
Would these be good upgrades from the M50?
 
Also, any other recommendations would be helpful!

I'd scratch all of those and go with the GMP450 PRO, even if a little above the budget.
 
I like the 940, but it is colored enough in the sound that it might not be the best monitor, and the meaty midbass of the 840 might cause you to compensate incorrectly in the final piece.  The GMP450 (I own the CharterOak SP-1 version, which is a custom version) is much flatter sounding and in my opinion has amazing texture and the fastest headphone drivers I've heard.  It has even been described as the fastest dynamic from people who own orthos.
 
I strongly recommend it.