[seals]

I would like to spend around the $300 mark. This should include any necessary amplifiers (I would like a very small amp though). I will primarily be listening to rock, but will also listen to all the other genres except rap and country. I also need them to block out outside noise ( not just steady noise like an airplane but talking, screaming, etc.) Suggestions? THANKS

 

[jgonino]

Almost all "full size" cans are just that. Full size! You wont find anything that small that needs an amp other than the Sennheiser HD-25-II

 

[seals]

ps. I don't want them to be huge on my head. Post a picture of the can (on someones head) if you suggest it. I would also like it if the phone didn't leak noise but that isn't a very big factor. Thanks again.

 

[jgonino]

The denon d2000 come to mind, but they are 269, and need an amp to sound there best.

 

[seals]

Quote:

Originally Posted by jgonino /img/forum/go_quote.gif The denon d2000 come to mind, but they are 269, and need an amp to sound there best.

Can you post a picture of them on somone's head? THANKS

 

[seals]

anybody?

 

[seals]

Help please!

 

[boomana]

The Denons are full-sized headphones, and look like full-sized headphones on your head. I don't have a pic with a head in it, but here:

You might want to try something like the ATH-ESW9:

Since they are designed for portable use, they can probably be used without an amp, but sound better with one. I haven't heard them yet, but ordered a pair and am hoping for them at the end of the week. There are a couple review threads around here on them, so do a search. I remember one has pictures of a member wearing them.

Both the Denons and the Audio Technicas will run you about $300 with shipping. There aren't too many options in the closed smallish headphone ranges with good sq. The ESW9s are pretty small. The Denons are not small, but a lot of people like them. I've not heard the ATs, but have read enough to want to check them out. Do some more research (use the search function) on anything anyone recommends. That way you'll have a better shot at finding something that makes your ears happy. Good luck

 

[cin__server]

for pics of headphones on heads go to HeadRoom - Right Between Your Ears

 

[Uncle Erik]

Jecklin Floats.

It might go unsaid most of the time, but people at Head-Fi take geeky pride in headphone nonconformity to the rest of the world.

That being said, go get the Sony MDR-V6. $50-$60 and it fits your bill. Most everything else requires an amp.