evlpants
New Head-Fier
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So I, like most of the posts I have been reading, am utterly lost in my decision making process. I am looking to buy my first set of cans (period...have always used cheap Sony in-ears) and need some guidance. I will try to explain my needs and budget/questions I have.
Use of Headphones:
MAINLY Xbox 360 MW2 (We're talking 80-90% of the time)
Occasional music/movies from MacBook Pro
I will use these on an airplane when I travel
Budget:
I would like to keep it as close to $200-250 for both headphone and amp
After all of my research I have come to a few conclusions (please feel free to correct me or add to these).
Amp:
I would most likely go with the Astro MixAmp due to it's ease of connectivity and use of headphone+mic with the 360 and the volume mixing of the two.
Headphones:
I have considered the AD700 but have concerns. These are open and seeing that I will use these on an airplane and to not wake people next to me, I see an issue with them being open. I realize that the A700s are closed but don't know if they would be a good match. Then there are the DT770/880. These interest me a lot (even though they are outta my "price range"). However, when pricing these phones I am confused with the SQ/Price difference between the Premium/Pro. Also, what ohm would be ideal for me (using the astro mixamp)?
Any help would be much appreciated. I know that this is a VERY common question/thread and I would appreciate your input.
Thank You!
Use of Headphones:
MAINLY Xbox 360 MW2 (We're talking 80-90% of the time)
Occasional music/movies from MacBook Pro
I will use these on an airplane when I travel
Budget:
I would like to keep it as close to $200-250 for both headphone and amp
After all of my research I have come to a few conclusions (please feel free to correct me or add to these).
Amp:
I would most likely go with the Astro MixAmp due to it's ease of connectivity and use of headphone+mic with the 360 and the volume mixing of the two.
Headphones:
I have considered the AD700 but have concerns. These are open and seeing that I will use these on an airplane and to not wake people next to me, I see an issue with them being open. I realize that the A700s are closed but don't know if they would be a good match. Then there are the DT770/880. These interest me a lot (even though they are outta my "price range"). However, when pricing these phones I am confused with the SQ/Price difference between the Premium/Pro. Also, what ohm would be ideal for me (using the astro mixamp)?
Any help would be much appreciated. I know that this is a VERY common question/thread and I would appreciate your input.
Thank You!
