Need some advice

[TRMcGeeXXX]

I'm very new to high end headphones and amplifiers and things like that, so with that out of the way, I need some help. I'm looking for a pair of headphones that are $300-$500 that are good for EDM, Hip-hop, and Rock. I've been trying to do some looking around on my own and before I spent that large a chunk of change on a pair of headphones, I'd like to get some advice.

I'm looking at these models:
Sennheiser HD650
Sennheiser HD600
Grado SR325i
Shure SRH940
Denon AHD2000
 
 
But, I'm not sure which ones to pick. And I know I'd need an amp for them to get a better sound (from what I read), so I would like some recommendations for that as well, or any advice as to picking my own.
 
Sorry if there are already 8'000+ threads on this, but like I said, I'm new.

 

[SoundFreaq]

Hi there,
 
Welcome! Sorry about your wallet.
 
Do you have a preference of open air vs closed? The Senns and the Grado are open. That means they provide no isolation, and you can hear your environment, and others around you can clearly hear what you're listening to. 
 
What sound signature are you going for? The Denon's will have a more solid and robust low end, pulling you into the power of the music. The Shure's on the other hand will offer a very analytical and detailed listen, some feel they are cold and less musical than the Denon's would be, and slightly "bass shy" if you prefer a robust low end. The open cans will typically offer more air and transparency, and offer a larger soundstage. But they leak sound, and won't have the low end the Denon's will. 
 
Open vs closed? Analytical? Musical enjoyment? Is bass important to you? 
 
All of the headphones you mentioned are top notch cans but do things completely different from another. It completely depends on what you want to go for that will determine what you want to purchase. 

 

[MalVeauX]

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I'm very new to high end headphones and amplifiers and things like that, so with that out of the way, I need some help. I'm looking for a pair of headphones that are $300-$500 that are good for EDM, Hip-hop, and Rock. I've been trying to do some looking around on my own and before I spent that large a chunk of change on a pair of headphones, I'd like to get some advice.

I'm looking at these models:
Sennheiser HD650
Sennheiser HD600
Grado SR325i
Shure SRH940
Denon AHD2000
 
 
But, I'm not sure which ones to pick. And I know I'd need an amp for them to get a better sound (from what I read), so I would like some recommendations for that as well, or any advice as to picking my own.
 
Sorry if there are already 8'000+ threads on this, but like I said, I'm new.

Denon D5000
Fiio E10
 
And never look back.
 
Very best,
 

 

[SoundFreaq]

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Denon D5000
Fiio E10
 
And never look back.
 
Very best,
 

Stellar recommendation from a dude that's heard them all. I'd favor Denon for your genres as well. 

 

[TRMcGeeXXX]

Hi there,

Welcome! Sorry about your wallet.

lol didn't mean it like that. I've been working for a long time to get that much saved up, and that's why I wanted to get a god opinion and some decent recommendations before I spent it. I just don't want to spend it on a pair of Beats...all flash and no substance.

 

[SoundFreaq]

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lol didn't mean it like that. I've been working for a long time to get that much saved up, and that's why I wanted to get a god opinion and some decent recommendations before I spent it. I just don't want to spend it on a pair of Beats...all flash and no substance.

Indeed! And that's just a saying we say around here to all the newbies since this hobby is so expensive, and because of this other thing we call "upgradeitis" exists!
 

 

[juantendo8]

Out of your current list I would favor the Denons also. The D2000 is undoubtedly the best value, but the D5000 is more well-rounded and fills in a few weaknesses such as better and fuller mids.

 

[Dennito]

SoundFreaq really nailed it. "Upgradeitis" is very real. I finally bought the Denon D5000 (wonderful) after chasing that "perfect pair" in the  $100-$200 range. The Denons blow the rest of them away.  While there is something to be said for variety, you'll do better by investing in a really quality pair now, then experimenting with different "flavors" later. Also, while the Denons may not "need" amplification the Fiio E11 is a nice portable (no DAC) and the E9 is a great value for a desktop.
 
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lol didn't mean it like that. I've been working for a long time to get that much saved up, and that's why I wanted to get a god opinion and some decent recommendations before I spent it. I just don't want to spend it on a pair of Beats...all flash and no substance.

 

 

[TRMcGeeXXX]

 
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Indeed! And that's just a saying we say around here to all the newbies since this hobby is so expensive, and because of this other thing we call "upgradeitis" exists!
 

Oh...I knew that I was just testing you lol jk. Yeah, I've heard really good things about this board so I thought I would get an opinion here. "Upgradeitis" is a real problem then? Poor wallet will be suffering like Eddard Stark then.