Caessa
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Yeah I should have mentioned it, it's definitely one I am considering. My only concern is that it's not as warm-sounding as the HD650s (that is, based on what I've read here). Thanks for the reply!
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Hey thanks for the suggestion! That one had slipped under the radar for me. It's interesting that the ATH-AD900 and the HE-400 are both among the very few headphones that received an A+ rating (along with the HD600 as a third option). With regards to amplification, it seems as though they both have the same impedance (35 ohms) and the reviewer recommended amplification for both of them. In fact, he seemed to indicate that the AD900 benefited from an amp even more than the HE-400s did. I'm not saying that you're wrong, but could you expand on the suggestion that the HE-400 would need an amp while the ATH-AD900 would not?
Once again, I appreciate the replies
HD600.Used HD650 would also fit your budget.
Yeah I should have mentioned it, it's definitely one I am considering. My only concern is that it's not as warm-sounding as the HD650s (that is, based on what I've read here). Thanks for the reply!
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If you're willing to compromise on the bass, the Audio Technica ATH-AD900 is great choice for just over $200. It does not require an amp, which you will need to get the most out of the HD 650 or HE 400. It has a bigger sound stage than both the Senn & HifiMan.
You might want to check this out (which discusses all three cans):
http://www.head-fi.org/t/634201/battle-of-the-flagships-57-headphones-compared-update-hifiman-he-400-added-12-24-12
Hey thanks for the suggestion! That one had slipped under the radar for me. It's interesting that the ATH-AD900 and the HE-400 are both among the very few headphones that received an A+ rating (along with the HD600 as a third option). With regards to amplification, it seems as though they both have the same impedance (35 ohms) and the reviewer recommended amplification for both of them. In fact, he seemed to indicate that the AD900 benefited from an amp even more than the HE-400s did. I'm not saying that you're wrong, but could you expand on the suggestion that the HE-400 would need an amp while the ATH-AD900 would not?
Once again, I appreciate the replies