[Dr. Funk]

I play bass guitar and I need good headphones to practce (plug it into bass amp).
Hmm.. What headphones have the clearest sound?, I hate when headphones pump up bass and I have to eq it and then its really bad. Hate that pumped boomy sound, I want to hear real, unmodified sound, without adding ultra basses or stuff like that.
I'm thinking of Grado SR-60 or AKG K240 Studio version (55 ohm)
I'm planning to use them mostly for bass (plug it in bass amp) but also for listening music and pc use.

 

[qazwsx]

Those AKG's seem perfect for your usage but I don't find them one bit engaging for music listening--too cold, sibilant, and washed out. But for bass and clarity for bass practice they would be a good choice IMO.

For the SR60's I don't think there would be enough bass to satisfy.

 

[no1likesme]

I don't know about the sr60 but I use my sr80 for my bass guitar and they produce all the bass I want.

I have never heard a sr60 so I cannot tell you if it will be simmilar but I know you can get a second hand sr80 for the same price (or close) as a new sr60.

Good Luck.

EDIT: I am using these with quarter modded comfies as my bowls are completely worn out.

 

[SysteX]

I would actually say K701. Now, before my head gets chopped off, let me clarify. The K701 has extreme control over bass frequencies--this manifests itself as a very short attack/decay time. In fact, the bass response is controlled nearly all the way to DC. To quote someone who can say it more eloquently than I:


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Originally Posted by alpha80 /img/forum/go_quote.gif The K-701 has accurate extension approaching DC... ...but has too much control over the frequencies for smooth pleasurable listening. It's the absolute best for trying to get the perfect release settings when tracking bass guitar, or bass synth...because you hear what is there. When bass notes or transients subside, the K-701 pulls back representation immediately. Like I said, great for tweaking when tracking another bass player... ...but sucks for making other than perfect recordings' bass sound smooth and full.

This results in a very truthful reproduction of bass--some find that it isn't pleasing, but I'd say that in this case it's ideal.

 

[Ingo]

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Originally Posted by qazwsx /img/forum/go_quote.gif For the SR60's I don't think there would be enough bass to satisfy.

I would think that a bass lean headphone would be better for the purpose of practicing bass guitar. You definately don't want boomy bass, as the OP suggested. The only problem I could see with using Grados would be that they're not all that secure on the head and they're not very comfortable.

My pick for something in that price range would be the Sennheiser HD280 Pros. I would suggest the Sony V6/7506, but I think that the Senns are more secure and comfortable.

 

[no1likesme]

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Originally Posted by Ingo /img/forum/go_quote.gif The only problem I could see with using Grados would be that they're not all that secure on the head and they're not very comfortable.

I have no problem with my grados being secure on my head and I find them quite comfortable. It is impossible to tell if the OP will find them uncomfortable or not since comfort is different for every individual depending on head size and personal preference.

 

[no1likesme]

One more thing to consider about the grados is that they are only 32ohms so depending on your amp there may be more background hiss than a harder to drive can (I do have this problem with my el cheapo squire amp).

 

[Dr. Funk]

Thanks for replies. I think K701 are a little too expensive for me.
I had a bad experience with too boomy sound and I'm trying to get away as far as I can from it so AKG K240 seems like a good choice plus many people say that they are really comfortable so I can play all day with them.
On the other side grados could be better for listening music (sr60 or sr80)...
I hate to choose

 

[Chris_Himself]

the Alessandro MS1's were made for this purpose. people just use them to listen to music instead...

i have a pair of K240 S, and id choose them if i needed a closed design, but the suggested sound qualities of the MS-1 sound great for this role.

i have a pair of SR80s and when i plug them into my guitar amp (Crate V series 30 watt combo) they sound very very accurate to what would come out of the amp speaker, and i would almost prefer it.

 

[Dr. Funk]

And also, people recommend open or semi open headphones for practicing and Sennheiser HD280 Pro are closed (right?) and a little too expensive

 

[Hermitt]

I occasionally plug my Alessandro MS-Pros into my guitar amp when I practice and they work extremely well. I would recommend the MS-1 as a start, especially as Alessandro is more or less directed towards musicians.

 

[Ingo]

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Originally Posted by no1likesme /img/forum/go_quote.gif I have no problem with my grados being secure on my head and I find them quite comfortable. It is impossible to tell if the OP will find them uncomfortable or not since comfort is different for every individual depending on head size and personal preference.

My main cans are SR225s. I don't think they're all that bad, but they're definately not as secure or comfortable as either of the headphones I suggested, or the AKG K240s that he's considering. They do, however, sound a whole heck of a lot better for listening to recorded music, IMO.

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Originally Posted by no1likesme /img/forum/go_quote.gif One more thing to consider about the grados is that they are only 32ohms so depending on your amp there may be more background hiss than a harder to drive can (I do have this problem with my el cheapo squire amp).

I experience the same thing when I plug my Grados into any of my guitar amps. It's not horrible, but it's clearly audible.

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Originally Posted by Dr. Funk /img/forum/go_quote.gif Thanks for replies. I think K701 are a little too expensive for me. I had a bad experience with too boomy sound and I'm trying to get away as far as I can from it so AKG K240 seems like a good choice plus many people say that they are really comfortable so I can play all day with them. On the other side grados could be better for listening music (sr60 or sr80)... I hate to choose

Why not get a pair of SR-60s and also (possibly a little later on) a set of K240s. I think you'll appreciate the Grados a lot more for listening to music. The K240s should be very good for bass practice too.

 

[MaloS]

I am not a bassist, but I had good results tracking bass notes with k240m on my friend's recordings. k240m is kinda cold, and its bass will have somewhat of a boost, but I don't think you would need to eq it down since it does not make bass prominent at all. Generally I would agree with k701 recommendation, or other headphones with similar type of bass.

 

[Dr. Funk]

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Originally Posted by Ingo /img/forum/go_quote.gif Why not get a pair of SR-60s and also (possibly a little later on) a set of K240s. I think you'll appreciate the Grados a lot more for listening to music. The K240s should be very good for bass practice too.

Yes, I know but I want to have the ones I buy for a long time...
I think I'll go with grados, they are cheaper than K240s and better for listening. I hope that I wouldn't have to upgrade my sound card

 

[no1likesme]

You will not be disappointed with the grados.