matthewh133
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Up to $1,200 ish, but I'm flexible if it's worth it. Currently have an LCD-2 that I'm also selling because it's just too heavy for me and gives me a sore neck. Using an Element II as a source/amp.
Headphones for metal music - ultimate solution
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Up to $1,200 ish, but I'm flexible if it's worth it. Currently have an LCD-2 that I'm also selling because it's just too heavy for me and gives me a sore neck. Using an Element II as a source/amp.
LCD-X 2021, there are so many second hand for sale: https://www.ebay.com/itm/155494803303
they have weight, but I find them comfortable, up to you.
Some would suggest Fostex TH909, you can get them cheap second hand as well, I did not try them: https://www.ebay.com/itm/195704059160
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I'd go for the 325x. Elex, nah... not for metal. I sold it. Personally wasn't really a fan of the Elex despite the looks, plus Focal headbands creak like absolute crazy. It's not what I would consider aggressive.
I have the 325x, Turbulent x custom grado, hd800S, he5xx, Panda
I'd reach for my 325x for metal first, nice energy but not harsh. Plus, rolling pads on the grado is very easy. I'm using the beautiful audio pads which are a bit bigger but very comfy.
Maybe the new Audeze MM-100 will be good considering it's much lighter. I'm going to try the Edition XS and TH610 next week too.
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gimmeheadroom
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TH610 is very unlikely to be what you want, given the V signature and scooped-out mids.
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610 isn't super V-shaped compared to other Fostex offerings. I just got them today and they're sounding great with metal so far. Previously had some TH-X00's which were definitely more V-shaped.
Mhog55
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Are they bright, or similar tuning to the Teaks?
gimmeheadroom
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The V is probably not as discernible with metal. My comment was because of the other genres he mentioned "Preferably something that also does indie/folk acoustic"
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Haven't heard the teaks. 610 are very energetic, I love the crisp sounding guitars. Definitely not too bright for me but I'd consider them somewhat bright, but not harsh, actually may be my favourite metal can already. Bass extends deep but doesn't overpower like my THX00 PH used to.
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Hi!
I hope an IEM suggestion still fits here. I want to buy an IEM from the 80$ price range.
I've seen two IEMs that has nice reviews. One is the Simgot EA500 and the KZ PR1 Pro which has a relatively big planar driver.
You can suggest another IEMs from the price range too.
I hope an IEM suggestion still fits here. I want to buy an IEM from the 80$ price range.
I've seen two IEMs that has nice reviews. One is the Simgot EA500 and the KZ PR1 Pro which has a relatively big planar driver.
You can suggest another IEMs from the price range too.
monsieurfromag3
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It’s less active but you may want to post your query in the iems for metal thread too.
I am also interested in the headphones you mentioned above.
Actually I have an Edition XS but i couldn't hear it because a dac and amp is actually missing. I will use it for movies, rock and metal. Do you think it is a good choice.
Maybe I want to have a dynamic headphone, too to have both technics.
I testet the TH-610 but I used the D5000 more because it was more fun to listen to. The 610 was a bit peaky. I think it could work with warmer amps better than Topping for instance? Because of that reason I used the 5000. I think the Emu Teak is more like the 5000 than the 610? Would you describe the teak as better?
The second headphone which I am interested in is the Elear. So actually I have the XS. Which of them would you choose as a second headphone for these genres? The Teak or the Elear?
Actually I have an Edition XS but i couldn't hear it because a dac and amp is actually missing. I will use it for movies, rock and metal. Do you think it is a good choice.
Maybe I want to have a dynamic headphone, too to have both technics.
I testet the TH-610 but I used the D5000 more because it was more fun to listen to. The 610 was a bit peaky. I think it could work with warmer amps better than Topping for instance? Because of that reason I used the 5000. I think the Emu Teak is more like the 5000 than the 610? Would you describe the teak as better?
The second headphone which I am interested in is the Elear. So actually I have the XS. Which of them would you choose as a second headphone for these genres? The Teak or the Elear?
Oh, I did not know that there's one, thank you!
Edit: And sorry for posting in the wrong place.
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Did anyone try Kennerton's Thror or Thekk or Wodan for metal?
I have the Rognir, and I was thinking about getting another Kennerton as a counterpart.
I have the Rognir, and I was thinking about getting another Kennerton as a counterpart.
The Oath
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This was the answer I was hoping to find. I'm interested in the Liric as my first headphones. Last year got into a portable set up with Meze Advar IEM's and an iFi Gryphon to get my feet wet and see if I would like listening to music this way. Have always had nice home systems but events of recent years don't allow me to enjoy listening outloud like I used to. I do love my Advar IEM. They do an outstanding job with my preferred genres of metal and hard rock. The Liric, from all the combined reviews and thoughts from people everywhere, seem to be well rounded. I had a pair of Focal Celestee for a brief time and they just didn't do metal any justice for me, but the bigger presence and stage compared to the more intimate sound of my IEM are what I'm craving. May just have to pull the trigger and give the Liric a shot.
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