[Yazen]

Hello everyone, first post here on head-fi.  I'm currently looking to switch to a new pair of heaphones, to begin I'd like to set a maximum spending cap at a maximum of $150 (not looking for $950 cans lol).
 
 
I'm currently own an ATH-AD700, while I like the overall mid clarity and comfort; there's a couple of issues that irk me:
 
1 - Lacks bass, I like listening to bands such as Rise Against and they lack a punch.  Just seems like the drums should thump harder.
 
2 - Not sure whether its the treble but I'm easily fatigued in some songs, its as if the higher frequencies are killing my eardrums.
 
 
 
 I'd appreciate if anyone could recommend a pair of headphones that could solve my issues with my AD-700's.  They don't HAVE to have the same exact sound signature, looking for
 

1. Equal or better vocal reproduction (m/f), I listen to artists ranging from alternative (coldplay), grunge (pearl jam, flyleaf, others), and even folk metal (korpiklaani).  I really listen to a broad spectrum of music, minus the lil' wayne.  The ATH-AD700 did justice in this department.
2. Detailed and accurate instrumental reproduction.  I really enjoy when I can hear all the instruments clearly.  The ATH-AD700's made rock and metal seem a bit dull.  Electronica such as Delphic right about destroyed my eardrums, the higher pitched noises really bother me with these cans.

 
 
I use my PC for listening, and I own a Xonar DG audio card (has built-in amp).  As far as impendence goes I think it amps up to 64 ohms, not the greatest I bet.
 
I do game as well, usually with the headphones on.  So comrades, two questions:
 

1. What is right for me?
2. Should I keep the AD-700's to game? (fps, mmo)

 
 
 
P.S:  I thank the community for all the knowledge they've passed along, learned a lot from you all!  (before visiting this site I had thought beats were a quality ear-piece, bah)

 

[MalVeauX]

Heya,
 
Consider:
 
Beyer DT770 & DT990 PRO
Brainwavz HM5
Ultrasone HFI 2400
AKG Q701
Denon D2000
Sennheiser HD580 (HD600)
AudioTechnica A900X or A900
 
Sell the AD700 to fund anything above over $150.
 
Or just go to the Samson SR850, it replaces the AD700 in all ways for half the cost.
 
Very best,

 

[Yazen]

Appreciate your feedback, thanks.  I think I might try buying the Samson and augmenting it with one of the cans you listed.  Money isn't much of a concern of mine, however I am in college; need to put my money to better use
 
Going to research them all, thanks again.

 

[PurpleAngel]

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I use my PC for listening, and I own a Xonar DG audio card (has built-in amp).  As far as impedance goes I think it amps up to 64 ohms, not the greatest I bet.

The Asus Xonar DG can drive 250-ohm headphones, not very loud and some slightly off bass.
The Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro have an 80-Ohm version.
You could try Superlux, you could get three different models shipped to you for $150 (Thomann in Europe).
Samson SR850s are made by Superlux. I have a pair, they are a great value.