Maybe I'm lucky, but I've got my pair from Amazon recently and they're pretty much perfect without any issues mentioned so far in this thread.
I haven't had any issues with mine either. Really enjoyable headphones.
Maybe I'm lucky, but I've got my pair from Amazon recently and they're pretty much perfect without any issues mentioned so far in this thread.
The creaking can be sorted easily by a squirt of wd40 on the lower headband
The creaking can be sorted easily by a squirt of wd40 on the lower headband
I bet it can, but i wouldn't.
Anything greasy is a magnet for dust and other crap. In the long run being a bigger problem then the creaking that will go away over time.
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Do you guys have any recommendations for closed-back headphones that are close to the X2s in terms of sound quality, clarity, bass, and sound stage?
I just got a pair of X2s, and they are incredible! The only problem is that I did not realize just how much sound leaks from open-back headphones (this is my first foray into audiophilia). I intend to use these in my office when I want to play music (pandora, digital files) a little loud, so I am going to return these.
Do you guys have any recommendations for closed-back headphones that are close to the X2s in terms of sound quality, clarity, bass, and sound stage?
Tried AT M50x and they're okay. And I have a pair of Beyer DT770 (32 Ohm) on the way to test. But, I really wish that I could keep the X2s. They sound amazing!
Unfortunately you will never get the sound quality and open naturalness of a pair of opened back headphone from a closed back one. (It is just physics.)
There are however a lot of good options out there for closed ones, just do not expect X2 level of sound.
Depending on your budget and music preference these are worth to have a look: Momentum 2 over-ear, Nad-HP50, V-Moda M100, Oppo PM3.
Just as the M50x, most of these sound 'okay' compared to the X2s. This 'okay' sound is the compromise of having isolation...
That's a VERY broad generalization and one that is not true.
Anyways, closed backs are fine. They usually have better bass than open cans but in exchange for some airiness and soundstage.
You also forgot the SRH1540.