[mukumi]

Hello everyone, it's me again.
So right now I'm using a PC350 SE 2015 with a Sound Blaster E5. I enjoy the combo but yesterday I used back my COP and prefered the sound of that one but I do not find it really comfortable (i use the velour pad). So now I'm looking to do an upgrade, getting something with the comfort of the PC350 and close to the sound of the COP (or better if possible).
I've narrowed my choice in the 150€ zone to the DT-880 / DT-990 / HD598 / AKG K702. I've also gave a quick look to the Ultrasone PRO 550 but not sure if those are comfortable.
Do you have any suggestion?  (If there is something out of budget, I can consider it as long as it does not go past the 300€, i'll just have to wait before purchasing it). I'm using the virtual surround of the E5 when gaming, don't know if it matters or not during the selection.

 

[Blze001]

  Hello everyone, it's me again.
So right now I'm using a PC350 SE 2015 with a Sound Blaster E5. I enjoy the combo but yesterday I used back my COP and prefered the sound of that one but I do not find it really comfortable (i use the velour pad). So now I'm looking to do an upgrade, getting something with the comfort of the PC350 and close to the sound of the COP (or better if possible).
I've narrowed my choice in the 150€ zone to the DT-880 / DT-990 / HD598 / AKG K702. I've also gave a quick look to the Ultrasone PRO 550 but not sure if those are comfortable.
Do you have any suggestion?  (If there is something out of budget, I can consider it as long as it does not go past the 300€, i'll just have to wait before purchasing it). I'm using the virtual surround of the E5 when gaming, don't know if it matters or not during the selection.

 
I assume by COP, you mean Custom One Pros from Beyer? If that's the case, the comfort level is going to be similar to the two DT offerings. The HD598s are going to be similar in comfort to the PC350, only with better sound. The K702s will have less bass than the COPs, but have amazing positional audio (and it's not that they can't do bass, it's just very tight and not particularly boomy. A bass drum sounds great, dubstep not so much).
 
I suggest either the 598s or K702s. But mostly the 702s because I'm an AKG fanboy.

 

[mukumi]

   
I assume by COP, you mean Custom One Pros from Beyer? If that's the case, the comfort level is going to be similar to the two DT offerings. The HD598s are going to be similar in comfort to the PC350, only with better sound. The K702s will have less bass than the COPs, but have amazing positional audio (and it's not that they can't do bass, it's just very tight and not particularly boomy. A bass drum sounds great, dubstep not so much).
 
I suggest either the 598s or K702s. But mostly the 702s because I'm an AKG fanboy.

 
Thanks for your reply !
Yes indeed, COP = Custom One Pro. I thought that the DT990 had bigger cups than the COP. If it's not the case they are eliminated
I always wanted to try some good AKG headphones (only one I had was K450) so it might be the time to give it a try with the K702 (or 701 depending on the price).
The HD598 has the advantages of using a normal connection for the detachable cable, so I could use the vmoda boom pro with it. WIth the AKG i'll have to find another solution (or use the PC350 when I need the mic)

 

[Blze001]

   
Thanks for your reply !
Yes indeed, COP = Custom One Pro. I thought that the DT990 had bigger cups than the COP. If it's not the case they are eliminated
I always wanted to try some good AKG headphones (only one I had was K450) so it might be the time to give it a try with the K702 (or 701 depending on the price).
The HD598 has the advantages of using a normal connection for the detachable cable, so I could use the vmoda boom pro with it. WIth the AKG i'll have to find another solution (or use the PC350 when I need the mic)

 

The sound signature isn't for anyone by any means, but I've really grown to love the flat analytical nature and soundstage. The K612, Q701s and K550/551/553 (why there are three numbers is beyond me, its the same headphone) are worthy options too.
 
The Q701s are basically K701s with a little less soundstage and a little more bass. K612s are the 7xx series little brothers, but still very very good, and the K550s are closed back but rival some open-backed headphones in soundstage. I can't recommend them confidently since I don't know what prices or availability are like across the pond, but they're good options.
 
As for the microphone problem, I'm not sure if you can get ModMics over where you are, but they work really well.

 

[serman005]

There is also always the K7xx... Not a bad option, either.

 

[Mad Lust Envy]

Hey guys, refurBished Hifiman headphones going for absurdly low price at the Hifiman store. HE400 for $150!

had I not owned mine, I'd have definitely bought one.

 

[lenroot77]

Hey guys, refurBished Hifiman headphones going for absurdly low price at the Hifiman store. HE400 for $150!

had I not owned mine, I'd have definitely bought one.

Dang the 400's are sold out already!

 

[PacoTaco]

Trying to decide if I want to go with the shure 1540 or k7xx with my future x7

 

[Change is Good]

Trying to decide if I want to go with the shure 1540 or k7xx with my future x7

 
It really depends on what you are listening for. Both have distinct qualities that make them rather difficult to choose between, hence why I owned both for as long as I did.
 
If it were up to me, I'd say both... 

 

[Change is Good]

Hey guys, refurBished Hifiman headphones going for absurdly low price at the Hifiman store. HE400 for $150!

had I not owned mine, I'd have definitely bought one.

 
Wow, between this and Hifiman's 400i holiday sale... I have to tip my cap to them. Never heard the og 400, but my guess is that is a supreme deal (based on my latest experience with the 400i). Superb sound quality at lower-tierish prices...

 

[PacoTaco]

It really depends on what you are listening for. Both have distinct qualities that make them rather difficult to choose between, hence why I owned both for as long as I did.

If it were up to me, I'd say both... :evil:

Only if I had the money, haha.

Lately, I just listen to rock but play mostly games (mostly no competitive.)

 

[Change is Good]

Only if I had the money, haha.

Lately, I just listen to rock but play mostly games (mostly no competitive.)

 
Go for the K7XX. Though the 1540 was technically a better headphone for my preferences (mild basshead), the AKG was my go to headphone for rock and digital media.

 

[Evshrug]

Oh sank, Hifiman sale? I need to head over there!!

 

[Change is Good]

Oh sank, Hifiman sale? I need to head over there!!

 
We're too late. HE-500 for $350? HE-400 for $150? Yeah, those weren't going to last long lol

 

[Fegefeuer]

Sennheiser Sale@Notebooks Billiger in Germany for all you EU guys. 20% OFF 
 
20% OFF all wireless, HD 700, 600, 650, 630, 598, IE8/80 etc.