[rosen]

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Are there any full size sennheiser headphones that are good at not leaking sound? Other than the Amperior, and HD-25 models.

HD280 and HD380 seems like good choices.
 

 

[ryanbonehh]

 
Music Genres: 95% Hip Hop, 5% any other kind of music. I like the old school sounding hip hop and hip hop that incorporates jazz into the beats. Also, I listen to a lot of jazzy/hip hop instrumentals (e.g. J Dilla, Nujabes).
Portable: These will primarily used for computer use, but I wouldn't mind being able to go out and about with them.
Price range: Up to $150 (Amp/DAC outside of this budget).
Amped: I am very new to this kind of stuff and would like to get some recommendations on what amp/dac setup to use with the recommended headphones. At first it will mostly be run through my on-board desktop audio and maybe an iPod, but later on I plan on purchasing something to get the best out of these headphones.
 
I've looked around and it seems like the ATH-M50s (perhaps the A700s?) would be the best for the type of music I listen to that is in my budget. I would just like some more opinions to solidify my choice. Thanks!

 

[captterrible]

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Is there something peculiar about your effects processor that doesn't let you plug in headphone inputs? 
Otherwise, this sounds like a job for the usual suspects, which include the M50s, HFI780s, HD25-1s, and M80s. 

Nothing in particular, I'm just looking for the absolute best sound quality I can get for ~$200-300. I wouldn't mind shelling out extra for an amp, so the only real restriction is that I have a fairly wide range of music I listen to.

 

[jiggawhat]

ATH M50 seems to fit in your price range, but you don't really need an amp.

 

[abbztract]

Okay I'm looking for two headphones/headsets..
One for FPS gaming and the other for music (Hip-hop and rap).
For gaming I'm considering the SteelSeries 7H.
No idea what to get for the music though..
My budget is about $150USD and wouldn't mind being able to take my headphones for a walk..
Would any of the Shure ones be good?
Its okay if you tell me something is $200 because I can always spend a bit more for the better..
Thanks lads, Abz

 

[Alumnus]

Hey guys, so I wanted some advice on buying two things: a second pair of headphones and an amp. 

I currently have the M50's and I thought it was about time to get a different pair. I'm not that experienced in headphones, so bear with me here; I'm looking for something to compliment the M50 by giving me a wider range of listening. Since the M50's are closed, should I be looking for an open set of cans? I really enjoy sound stage, which I find the M50's to be lacking in quite a bit and I know open ones generally offer good sound stage. My budget for the headphones is 100-200$ USD. Main purpose would still be mostly music listening and the occasional computer/gaming use.

As for the amp, does a desktop amp offer a significant difference over a good portable one? I currently just have a E6, and I like it a lot for the most part, but I'm wondering if I want to buy something that will leave me tied to my computer chair. As for an amp, I'm looking for something in the range of 50-100$ USD.
 
Thanks!

 

[jiggawhat]

Go with the XB500 for music (It's 50 bucks) @abztract

 

[abbztract]

Go with the XB500 for music (It's 50 bucks) @abztract

thanks for the reply jigga
you mean the Sony MDR ones? Because they're on-ears, wouldn't they get uncomfortable during long sessions ?? And apparently the cable can be a nuisance..
Also, how's the portability because I might be using them on trains, planes and in the streets.. Just wondering...
And any over-ears you could recommend??
Cheers dude, Abz

 

[jiggawhat]

They aren't on-ear.

 

[Fullmetalx]

V Moda M80 Vs Arc Technica M50 Vs Senn HD 25-1 II
 
Which one is the best value? All of them are sub $200.
I mainly listen to artists such as eminem, rhianna, muse, cold play, adele, etc.
I will probably only the headphones for my iphone, computer, and sometimes gaming devices.
I'd like to take them out once in a while while I jog or lift. I would also like to use them on the bus.
Which one do you guys think is the best for my needs?

 

[phandrew]

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V Moda M80 Vs Arc Technica M50 Vs Senn HD 25-1 II
 
Which one is the best value? All of them are sub $200.
I mainly listen to artists such as eminem, rhianna, muse, cold play, adele, etc.
I will probably only the headphones for my iphone, computer, and sometimes gaming devices.
I'd like to take them out once in a while while I jog or lift. I would also like to use them on the bus.
Which one do you guys think is the best for my needs?

HD25-1 II for sure but i don't recommend jogging with them.
 
Have you considered getting IEMs?

 

[dorino]

The HD25-1 II isn't very good for joggers. It's a good headphone for things that require you to be still - school, bus trips, etc. Not great when you're moving - the cable is very noisy. Pads are, too

 

[rosen]

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I currently have the UE Triple.fi 10 and the Shure e2c. I much prefer the e2c's "I am sitting four rows up-signature" to the "I am standing in the middle of the band-signature" of the Triple.fi10's. And of course the fit of the Triple.fi 10's is a problem. So in conclusion I am looking for an IEM with similar signature to the e2c but with clearer sound. I have been trying out the other models in the Shure line but I would like some other alternatives as well... so i guess I am looking for for the best dynamic IEM under $200 with strong sub bass and that puts a little bit of distance from the listener and the music. 
 
 

So nobody have any tips?
 
VSonic GR07 maybe?
 
Changed my mind for the 821372018 time ... I'm just going to keep my e2c's and then get a M50 for home use. I think that the e2c (215 when the e2c dies .) is perfect for using when I am traveling, jogging or lifting some weights in the gym. And I need that bass and comfort I get from the Shure's. I will probably not use an IEM that costs me more than $100 dollars for that purpose. So I am all good . 
 
 

 

[abbztract]

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They aren't on-ear.

Oh aren't they?? Hmm...thats nice Also i was reading up about its gaming capabilities (even though i'm getting the SS 7H), and some reviews say that the Samson SR850, RH600 and the Panasonic RP-HTF600 are pretty good too..any better than the XB500 in therms of music and gaming?
 Cheers, dude, Abz

 

[plorwax]

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What do you think?:
 
Should I sell DT880 (2003), DT880/600, D2000, HD650, T50p, HFI-580, HD600, K701 and others to get the LCD-2 Rev.2?
 
I mostly listen classical music and jazz with my modded HD800. I like it very much!
 
What I want is another headphone to listen to pop/rock.
 
Would LCD-2 be the right choice?... and -as I've said- what about selling the above mentioned cans?!

I think this is something you're gonna have to decide for you're self if its worth it, taka a listen to the lcd 2 first then decide. selling all the cans you mentioned without listening to the lc2 first is probably a bad idea. my suggestion is take a listen to it first then you're the one will know the answer better.