[biiscit]

I'm a headphone amateur of course. I currently use Senn MX500 which sound beautiful. But I want some more comfortable headphones, not earbuds for home use. I'd be using it with an iPod and Home Computer. Now, I like my earbuds to be as precise as possible. I dislike heavy bass greatly. For example, the Shure E2 and the PortaPros were returned promptly. I like my music to be neutral, and very precise. However, looks aren't a very big factor. Sure, I'd like for them to be stylish, but sound comes first. And thus, the only choise I have so far is the Grado SR60. Are there any other phones that match my requirements?

 

[BPRJam]

The Sen HD280-Pro sounds like a good option for you.

I find them to be fairly neutral, have good bass, but are a little bass-lean. Plus, they have the added benfit of being really isolating, so you can listen without being disturbed, or disturbing others. The grados will bother everyone around you.

BPRJam

 

[biiscit]

The HD280 are $100 at Headroom... too much for me.

 

[The Monkey]

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Originally Posted by biiscit The HD280 are $100 at Headroom... too much for me.

Welcome to Headfi and sorry about your wallet. Given your price point, I can't think of a better introduction than the SR-60. To me, a no-brainer. Then again, I've been accused of having no brain on occasion...

 

[RedLeader]

take a look in the fs section, I've seen used 280s go for about $60. And don't worry, "used" at head-fi isn't really used. It's "gently enjoyed with great care".

 

[Kirosia]

I actually use koss ksc-75s with my computer. They're light and maneuverable. And they're $20. You can get a cheap cmoy or mint too if ya want. But . . both the ksc and grado aren't really considered neutral by the majority, they have a forwardish somewhat colored sound signature.

 

[MdRex]

I don't think that there will be any phones at that price bracket that fits your audio preference.

Why don't you spend more and get teh MS-1

 

[saturnine]

Go with the SR-60s.

 

[tradja]

Sony V6's are relatively analytical and neutral (to a fault, according to some. I like 'em). They are around your price point new (high $60's on froogle), and less used or ebay.

EDIT: Sorry, remembered that heavy bass is a turn-off for you. These are bassy cans. Yep, SR60 might be tough to beat.

 

[VR6ofpain]

SR-60's

 

[mike19]

I agree with the others. Grado Sr-60s all the way. I still have mine and I love them. Be careful though... they lead to spending more and more money.

 

[BPRJam]

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Originally Posted by biiscit The HD280 are $100 at Headroom... too much for me.

Wow. I don't remember spending that much on mine. I seem to recall around $60 from Amazon. Unfortunately, they don't carry them anymore.

I guess that just goes to show you how much of a sickness this hobby is.

I second the SR-60 recommendation - just know that they are very, very open. (meaning they leak sound big time!)

BPRJam

 

[ILUVIPODS]

Well if you want portable, id get the sennheiser px-100s. If not get the grados,(i've never heard them, but from what people say around here, they must be good.)

 

[jimmyjames8]

Another vote for Senn PX100's, I think around $40 from J&R. Simply amazing sound, comfort and portability. I can't imagine better sounding cans for an iPod at this price and you don't have to fiddle with an amp. I love these little cans and the iPod EQ set to JAZZ.

 

[mjg]

used sr60s. New sr60s for a touch more.