[kappadonna]

Hi everybody, this is my first time posting here. I'm still a newbie so bear with me

I'm looking for a good set of headphones, for around $180 (or less). I listen to a lot of classical, Folk, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, hip-hop. Prtty much everthing. I also want to use them for movies and Xbox for night time when I can't blast my Paradigm setup (live in an apartment). I'm also taking a few music courses in University next semester so I will be doing some critical listening. More importnantly they should just be enjoyable to listen to. So far the only model(s) I have taken interest too are the Sennheiser HD 580 and HD 590. Thanks!

 

[kappadonna]

Forgot to mention these will be used for just at home. So size is not an issue. Infact I would prefer a larger headphone, one that cups my whole ears, but must be comfortable. I will also be useing these for the computer too!

 

[blessingx]

What will they primarily be used with? Also any amps or just a headphone out?

And welcome to Head-fi.

 

[kappadonna]

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Originally posted by blessingx What will they primarily be used with? Also any amps or just a headphone out? And welcome to Head-fi.

As in Components? I use High end seperates in my HT. Rotel RSP-1066 is my pre-amp/pro. I will be getting an external amp for my headphones.

 

[Tyson]

AKG K271 Studio's.

 

[D-EJ915]

The Audio-Technica ATH-A900 "Art Monitor" headphones are well liked for rock, and would be more easily driven by a non-amp system....they sell for 185 on audiocubes, and without shipping...but they're worth it...I have the A500's but everyone's had a positive view of the A900.