[TechGecko]

I listen to music on my computer, which is literally right next to a tv that's usually being watched.

Can someone recommend a pair of headphones with really good isolation or noise-cancelling capabilities for ~$125 to block out the sound? Even that price is stretching my budget, but I'm trying to be flexible/realistic. (If something really good is just outside my price range, feel free to let me know, but a 2nd recommendation within my range would also be appreciated ).

If it's relevant, I mostly listen to jazz & rock, though I enjoy hip-hop & electronic stuff too.

I know this is a tall order and really appreciate any help. Thanks guys.

 

[slwiser]

ATH-ANC7 can be found for this price and they are good. Or you can find an inner-ear device that can work.

 

[ZarakiSan]

Guess whaaaaaat...

Ultimate Ears super.fi 3 Studio Clear @ HeadRoom - Right Between Your Ears

Nothing will isolate better, and they're fairly good-sounding too!

 

[slwiser]

Not a bad recommendation..and while you are at it check all their product line for something that may fit the requirement.

 

[TechGecko]

Do IEMs costing half the price of active noise-cancelling headphones really block out sound equally well (or better)? I've only ever used cheapie $10 marshmallows as far as inner-ear 'phones go, so I'm obviously a bit skeptical (and unfortunately my ability to try-before-I-by is pretty limited).

The price on the Super.fi 3 is definitely nice assuming it really will block out sound as well as the ATs; how does the comfort and sound quality compare?

Anyone else have anything they think I should seriously consider?

Again, thanks for help.

 

[jgonino]

f you dont need massive bass, take a look at the senheiser hd280. It has really good isolation. Also, If you want to go the iem route, you can get the super.fi.3's for around 50 dollars at readio shack, or here on the FS forums.

 

[slwiser]

Your local costco has a good deal on some IEM vibes.

 

[jersey_emt]

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Originally Posted by TechGecko /img/forum/go_quote.gif Do IEMs costing half the price of active noise-cancelling headphones really block out sound equally well (or better)? I've only ever used cheapie $10 marshmallows as far as inner-ear 'phones go, so I'm obviously a bit skeptical (and unfortunately my ability to try-before-I-by is pretty limited). The price on the Super.fi 3 is definitely nice assuming it really will block out sound as well as the ATs; how does the comfort and sound quality compare? Anyone else have anything they think I should seriously consider? Again, thanks for help.

Yes, IEM's block out sound much better than even the best active noise-cancelling headphones. Even ones that go for much cheaper (I have owned a pair of Shure E2c's, which at $80 block sound just as good as my much more expensive E500's and any active noise-canceling headphone I have tried).

Blocking something from reaching your ears just is more effective than attempting to cancel it out with a 180-degree out of phase waveform. Sometimes 'low-tech' > 'high-tech'.

 

[joruss]

I just received a set of Super Fi 3 from Costco for $49.99 Plus tax and free shipping. This was from their online site. They are my first upgrade and are very nice sounding.

 

[dealmaster00]

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Originally Posted by ZarakiSan /img/forum/go_quote.gif Guess whaaaaaat... Ultimate Ears super.fi 3 Studio Clear @ HeadRoom - Right Between Your Ears Nothing will isolate better, and they're fairly good-sounding too!

Just to let you (the OP) know, the super.fi 3 are light on the bass. If you don't like a lot of bass, though, then you'll probably like them.

 

[davidr2287]

I've had the super fi.3 and super fi.5. They are excellent for sound isolation and sound quality.

 

[TechGecko]

I just got done looking at jgonino's headphones buyer's guide and noticed the Altec Lansing IM716's are on sale for the same price as the Super.fi 3's. Are the IM716's worth getting instead of the S.f3's if I don't plan to use them with an amp? I assume they are, but figure it can't hurt to ask.

 

[torpy]

I have the im716s and they sound fine unamped (compared to KSC7s), I don't have an amp though so this may just be me not knowing better

 

[goober-george]

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Originally Posted by TechGecko /img/forum/go_quote.gif I just got done looking at jgonino's headphones buyer's guide and noticed the Altec Lansing IM716's are on sale for the same price as the Super.fi 3's. Are the IM716's worth getting instead of the S.f3's if I don't plan to use them with an amp? I assume they are, but figure it can't hurt to ask.

those aren't for sale anymore at $50, now they sell for $100.

 

[torpy]

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Originally Posted by goober-george /img/forum/go_quote.gif those aren't for sale anymore at $50, now they sell for $100.

Buy.com - Altec Lansing High Definition Noise Free Headphone Etymotic Research Earbuds - IM716