Just listened to some Fostex T50RPs today... WOW!

[rhythmdevils]

T50rp soundz best with Justin Bieber IMHO

 

[mrspeakers]

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T50rp soundz best with Justin Bieber IMHO

Now you're getting nasty... 
 
-Indiana Jones

 

[wje]

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T50rp soundz best with Justin Bieber IMHO

When your source player dies, don't come crying to us.  

 

 

[Magick Man]

what about raP MUSIC? do they sound good for that o no?

Mine sound good for listening to The Roots, don't really listen to much rap.

 

[skeptic]

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what about rap music? do they sound good for that or no?  [fixt]

Yup - just threw on 2pac's All Eyez on Me.  "Can't C Me" and "Shorty Wanna Be a Thug", among others, sound awesome on these cans - crisp vocals and hard hitting bass.  

 

[kingoftown1]

They're good with rap, but only when you listen to Da Brat.

 

[DeathDomokun]

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My first pair just arrived, after a brief listening period I've done the following to the left cup/side
Sorry for double post

I've since filled in the smaller holes around the driver, and cut out a part for the bass port (it's still stock so and I like the sound better when it's not covered) but that's it.
Feel free to comment.

 

[atl5]

Listen to my recently modded again and I have to say, there is no lack in bass.  Its not super bass, but it is there and tight.  Listen for about 2 hours last night and I must say, the music was more engaging then when I had my HD650.  I'll keep it as it for now with the Silverstone on top of the bass vent.  Glad I took the plunge to modded it, was too afraid to open it up before since I'm not much of a DIY'er.  But this was easier then I expected.  Oh yea, also ordered 2 cables from V-Moda and a 1/8 to 1/4 gold adapter for $25 shipped to Canada, thanks for the tip on the cables ambchang!!!

 

[kalbee]

Dang I was late to it! atl5, it seems you originally wanted coiled cables? V-Moda will be releasing coiled cables sometimes in the near future... Probably along with the M-100 or something. Speculations on my part, but they are coming, confirmed by Val.
More specifically here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/592389/v-moda-m-100-discussion-feedback-reviews-pics-etc/630#post_8225996
Picture of the coiled cables here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/592389/v-moda-m-100-discussion-feedback-reviews-pics-etc/600#post_8221124

*edit*=added link to post in context

 

[atl5]

Thanks for the heads up!  I'm good with either coil or straight, but that was the only replacement I can see in Canada.  As long as its not 10ft like the orignal cables and I can take them out, I am happy.  Ordered a red and a black/gray one, both looks good in some of the pictures I saw. Will order a coil one if it is $10 in the future to add to collection!
 
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Dang I was late to it! atl5, it seems you originally wanted coiled cables? V-Moda will be releasing coiled cables sometimes in the near future... Probably along with the M-100 or something. Speculations on my part, but they are coming, confirmed by Val.
More specifically here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/592389/v-moda-m-100-discussion-feedback-reviews-pics-etc/630#post_8225996
Picture of the coiled cables here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/592389/v-moda-m-100-discussion-feedback-reviews-pics-etc/600#post_8221124
*edit*=added link to post in context

 

 

[kalbee]

I feel your pain. Montreal may be among the separatists but heck, Canadian it is lol.
 
I was waiting to order some V-MODA cables too but ever since the notice, I'm going to wait and see what's all those new 'non-headphone' stuff they said they'll add to their store. I don't fancy coiled cables so much for their weight but definitely not out of the equation.
 
 
To those that actually seal completely/partially their vents, would there be a big audible difference if the seal is done in the interior or exterior of the cups? I'd think not, but personally, I don't hear much of a change... or rather can't grasp what the small change is. That is, when I try taping up the exterior with a nice seal.
 
On a side note, if anyone can recommend me a track very prone to sibilance I would be very grateful!

 

[wje]

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what about raP MUSIC? do they sound good for that o no?

 
Mine sound pretty good listening to Dr. Dre.  Though, chronic, kind of leaves the Fostex' a bit congested.  Cough, cough, cough. 

 

[LFF]

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On a side note, if anyone can recommend me a track very prone to sibilance I would be very grateful!

 
Red Hot Chili Peppers - Otherside
 
Sibilance within the first few seconds...particularly on the word "slide" (mixed in with some distortion!).

 

[eltocliousus]

Couple quick questions, I bought these headphones partially modded then added a few of my own, it has some strange textured tape over the driver, anyone know what it is and how it would affect the sound? I see most people having some see-through white fur over theres:
 

 
And how would the felt being partially ripped on the underside of the pads affect sound?
 

 

[leeperry]

 
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if anyone can recommend me a track very prone to sibilance I would be very grateful!

 
I really like "Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds - Red Right Hand" coz the bass requires very solid deep bass to be even heard and the vocal track can be sibilant/resonant to death if your phone is wonky.