Help me pick a closed set for my ps4.

[JPull07]

I need closed back due to my set up. I have the tak star pro 82 right now but i am not 100% for sure if I am going to keep them. I also have the sony mdrxb950bt and use them from time to time.
I am not sure if the controller is driving it enough.
I've been looking around today and have been looking at the following mostly due to price and the ohms ratings:
Nvx Xpt 100
Samson Sr950
Superlux 681evo (not sure if that one is closed back?)
Additionally I may just decide to get an amp like the fio e10k, or the soundblaster g1, then that would be able to drive the 82 fully i feel?
I like pretty much everything with the 82 except what I've mentioned.

Your inputs are appreciated in advance.

 

[serman005]

The HD681 Evo is semi-open--FYI. It sounds terrific but it is not closed. I would recommend that you look into a SoundMAGIC HP151. It is a significant step-up from your Takstar, IMO. It is well-made and sounds terrific. Highly recommended. Maybe read about it and see what you think. It might work. Oh--and it is easy to drive.

 

[JPull07]

What nakes them Better then the tak star?

 

[serman005]

What nakes them Better then the tak star?

More detail better separation, better stage.

 

[JPull07]

Would i be better of trying these then getting an amp for the tak star?

 

[serman005]

Personally, I think you might.

 

[JPull07]

Have you tried both?

 

[serman005]

Yes.

 

[JPull07]

Can you tell me your thoughts on them both? Keep in mind i will be using mostly for gaming,not mainly music.

 

[serman005]

Takstar: relatively neutral, nice detail, average separation, a bit bass light for me. Might benefit from an amp of some sort. SoundMAGIC: just slightly v-shaped with solid bass and good treble extension. Mids glorious, not really recessed. Separation excellent. Amp not really necessary. These are just my personal takes and your mileage may vary, of course. FWIW. Let me know if you are still interested in an HD681 Evo--I have one of those, too.

 

[JPull07]

I am afriad the evowould leak too much for my set up

 

[JPull07]

Have you tried the cb1 from status audio? How would they fare and how hard to drive are they?

 

[serman005]

Have you tried the cb1 from status audio? How would they fare and how hard to drive are they?

I have not heard the CB1, unfortunately. I hear very good things at its price-point. From what I have read, I do not believe it can compete sonically with the SoundMAGIC. It is really special at its price.