f00fighters
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I have no opportunities to test out any of these headphones because there is no retailers that carry anything of this caliber in my area. I have nothing but the reviews on this website and a few others from google. I currently own the Shure SE530 paired with C&C XO amp, and an iPhone 3G w/ lossless music as my primary source. I have been reading so many reviews from this site for the past year, that I've gone completely mad. I'm utterly confused on what to purchase. Here's my criteria.
1. Max price range is about $350
2. I listen to mainly rock/classic rock/alternative/unplugged/live/electronic, a little r&b, and very little rap.
3. I can't stand muddy bass. I enjoy clear highs and mids, with a good amount of bass that doesn't drown out the other sounds. I also enjoy being able to discover the different types of instruments and sounds that I had never noticed before in my music.
4. EQ on iPhone/iPod blows completely. I frequent the "ROCK" preset on the iPhone 3G however, I wish I could up the treble on that preset just a bit to get it right. If I choose the treble boost preset on the iPhone, it's too trebly and not enough bass. If I turn off the EQ on the iPhone, I am able to hear other sounds that I haven't heard before, which is nice, but the music becomes less emotional/impactful; If that makes any sense at all.
5. I would like the sound stage to be large, I think. I want it be like a concert in/on my head.
6. Portability is not an issue. I just want the best sound for my mula.
I understand everyone's hearing is different, and everyone has their individual tastes. But I need to make a truly informed decision and I don't know what else to do. I also don't understand some of these adjectives people use when describing the sound of head phones (colored, bright, nuetral). I just know that I like the treble a pinch higher than usual (especially for the strums on acoustic guitars), but if it's too high it hurts my ears. Bass is important also, often times If I find the right amount of treble, then there's not enough bass. I want the best of both worlds!
Anyone, Please help! I don't want to blow my money on headphones I will hate. I'm currently considering the AKG K701, Grado SR 325i, and the Denon AH-D2000. Based on my confusing BullShi- research, i'm inclined toward the SR 325i. Mainly for the discovery factor. They seem to have what i'm looking with well defined bass. Please give me your recommendations. Also does anyone recommend a good EQ preset on the iPod for rock music, like NIN, Beatles, Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam, green day.. etc. I use the rock preset right now, and sometimes the electronic preset. I would like the blend of rock/treble boost preset. Does anyone know which preset would have the closest to this match.
If you know of any other headphones that you think might suit my criteria, please post that also.
Bottom Line, as unsavory as this sounds, I want to experience an ear-gasim!
1. Max price range is about $350
2. I listen to mainly rock/classic rock/alternative/unplugged/live/electronic, a little r&b, and very little rap.
3. I can't stand muddy bass. I enjoy clear highs and mids, with a good amount of bass that doesn't drown out the other sounds. I also enjoy being able to discover the different types of instruments and sounds that I had never noticed before in my music.
4. EQ on iPhone/iPod blows completely. I frequent the "ROCK" preset on the iPhone 3G however, I wish I could up the treble on that preset just a bit to get it right. If I choose the treble boost preset on the iPhone, it's too trebly and not enough bass. If I turn off the EQ on the iPhone, I am able to hear other sounds that I haven't heard before, which is nice, but the music becomes less emotional/impactful; If that makes any sense at all.
5. I would like the sound stage to be large, I think. I want it be like a concert in/on my head.
6. Portability is not an issue. I just want the best sound for my mula.
I understand everyone's hearing is different, and everyone has their individual tastes. But I need to make a truly informed decision and I don't know what else to do. I also don't understand some of these adjectives people use when describing the sound of head phones (colored, bright, nuetral). I just know that I like the treble a pinch higher than usual (especially for the strums on acoustic guitars), but if it's too high it hurts my ears. Bass is important also, often times If I find the right amount of treble, then there's not enough bass. I want the best of both worlds!
Anyone, Please help! I don't want to blow my money on headphones I will hate. I'm currently considering the AKG K701, Grado SR 325i, and the Denon AH-D2000. Based on my confusing BullShi- research, i'm inclined toward the SR 325i. Mainly for the discovery factor. They seem to have what i'm looking with well defined bass. Please give me your recommendations. Also does anyone recommend a good EQ preset on the iPod for rock music, like NIN, Beatles, Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam, green day.. etc. I use the rock preset right now, and sometimes the electronic preset. I would like the blend of rock/treble boost preset. Does anyone know which preset would have the closest to this match.
If you know of any other headphones that you think might suit my criteria, please post that also.
Bottom Line, as unsavory as this sounds, I want to experience an ear-gasim!