syukton
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Hi, first-time poster here. I signed up expressly to ask this question.
First, though, some background: My situation at work has recently taken a strange turn. Evidently my officemate has the unfortunate combination of hyper-sensitive hearing and bad cases of ADHD and OCD. The impact on me is that the headphones that the company gives out (Cheapish Targus noise-cancelling headphones) aren't doing a good enough job of keeping my music in my ears, and he's frequently complaining to me, and to his manager (and indirectly, to my manager) about the noise coming from my headphones, unless I listen at about 8% of max volume. My preferred listening level is about 40-55 percent. Unfortunately, switching offices or something along those lines is not possible at this time.
So I need recommendations for either headphones or earphones that do an excellent job of ensuring that the only person hearing my music is me. I prefer over-the-ear headphones but I'm open to trying new things.
My musical tastes are diverse, encompassing pretty much everything but rap and country. I'm looking for a good low-end for the punchy bassline of happy hardcore as well as a good high end for the melodies of classical.
My budget is about $150, but I'm flexible. Thanks for your help!
First, though, some background: My situation at work has recently taken a strange turn. Evidently my officemate has the unfortunate combination of hyper-sensitive hearing and bad cases of ADHD and OCD. The impact on me is that the headphones that the company gives out (Cheapish Targus noise-cancelling headphones) aren't doing a good enough job of keeping my music in my ears, and he's frequently complaining to me, and to his manager (and indirectly, to my manager) about the noise coming from my headphones, unless I listen at about 8% of max volume. My preferred listening level is about 40-55 percent. Unfortunately, switching offices or something along those lines is not possible at this time.
So I need recommendations for either headphones or earphones that do an excellent job of ensuring that the only person hearing my music is me. I prefer over-the-ear headphones but I'm open to trying new things.
My musical tastes are diverse, encompassing pretty much everything but rap and country. I'm looking for a good low-end for the punchy bassline of happy hardcore as well as a good high end for the melodies of classical.
My budget is about $150, but I'm flexible. Thanks for your help!
