[morkli]

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Originally Posted by monoxyde1234 /img/forum/go_quote.gif thnaks morkli, i'm more towards shp9000 now XP

I received my SHP8900 yesterday (very cheap here, so I thought "why not?"). They sound very, very good (deep, but clear bass), but yet to do a proper comparison with my SHP9000 and SHP895.

Cheers,
morkli.

 

[dvw]

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Originally Posted by morkli /img/forum/go_quote.gif I received my SHP8900 yesterday (very cheap here, so I thought "why not?"). They sound very, very good (deep, but clear bass), but yet to do a proper comparison with my SHP9000 and SHP895. Cheers, morkli.

I would really appreciate the comparison. I have the SHP895 and of course it broke. It's being held together with super glue and duct tape. So I'm in the market for either 9000 or 8900.

 

[DefectiveAudioComponent]

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Originally Posted by gaffa /img/forum/go_quote.gif I really wouldn't want someone's old headphones, unless they come straight out of the box or something, which is unlikely. What a shame that Philips has chosen not to make this product anymore.

Around here, new HP1000 would cost about $110 (one can compare to HD650 that cost about $420, or the Pioneer SE-A1000 at $100)

 

[kanamin]

I <3 my SHP9000

I can't imagine anyone saying they sound bad. Then again, they are pretty amp hungry. They're my current preferred can.

 

[holland]

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Originally Posted by EyeAmEye /img/forum/go_quote.gif Upgrading the cable put an little extra sparkle to the highs as well.

What did you use for the connector that goes to the headphone?

 

[zipdisk]

You really need a headphone amp. Perhaps one with a built-in dac; I don't really know. But the Beyers, and I would say most high-end 'pones, need a headphone amp to sound the way they are intended to sound. The Beyers are nice 'phones. See if you can exchange them for the non-Pros ("satisfaction guaranteed?") or stretch out the headband--try bending them or sticking something between them that will exert a constant pressure (e.g., balloon, pillow).

 

[EyeAmEye]

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Originally Posted by holland /img/forum/go_quote.gif What did you use for the connector that goes to the headphone?

Headphile makes a cable with the mini jack. It didn't fit as securely as the original cable, so I wrapped some electrical tape around the tip to make it fit more snugly.

 

[wnmnkh]

Never had a experience with HP1000, but SHP9000 really needs amp.

IMO, SHP9000s are good for its price, and they are very comfortable as well.

 

[morkli]

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Originally Posted by dvw /img/forum/go_quote.gif I would really appreciate the comparison. I have the SHP895 and of course it broke. It's being held together with super glue and duct tape. So I'm in the market for either 9000 or 8900.

Okay, I've been doing a bit of listening between the 895, 8900 and 9000 (still think that old HP1000 is probably ahead of them all, although only slightly for the 9000, but I didn't include in this listening session). The 9000 is more detailed than both the 895 and 8900, but also more laid back and warmer. It is in a different league from the 895 and 8900. Comfort wise, the 9000 is in front (closely followed by the old HP1000, which is about the same). The 8900 is more comfortable, but feels less secure on the head than the 895.

Comparing the 895 and 8900, the 895 is probably slightly ahead on the mids, but the 8900 is quite ahead on bass and slightly on highs. However, the 8900 is even brighter than the 895, sometimes to the point of harshness. I don't think the 8900 would suit a bright source, but a warmer source would go better with them.

IMHO and setting price aside, if you have a warm source and want more bass, go for the 8900. If your source is bright and you care less about bass and more about detail and soundstage, go for the 9000.

Cheers,
morkli.

 

[dvw]

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Originally Posted by morkli /img/forum/go_quote.gif Okay, I've been doing a bit of listening between the 895, 8900 and 9000 (still think that old HP1000 is probably ahead of them all, although only slightly for the 9000, but I didn't include in this listening session). The 9000 is more detailed than both the 895 and 8900, but also more laid back and warmer. It is in a different league from the 895 and 8900. Comfort wise, the 9000 is in front (closely followed by the old HP1000, which is about the same). The 8900 is more comfortable, but feels less secure on the head than the 895. Comparing the 895 and 8900, the 895 is probably slightly ahead on the mids, but the 8900 is quite ahead on bass and slightly on highs. However, the 8900 is even brighter than the 895, sometimes to the point of harshness. I don't think the 8900 would suit a bright source, but a warmer source would go better with them. IMHO and setting price aside, if you have a warm source and want more bass, go for the 8900. If your source is bright and you care less about bass and more about detail and soundstage, go for the 9000. Cheers, morkli.

Thanks

 

[morkli]

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Originally Posted by dvw /img/forum/go_quote.gif Thanks

Did you end up buying the Philips SHP9000 dvw?

Cheers,
morkli.

 

[dvw]

SHP9000 is not available in the states. I'm planning to get it in China or Taiwan since I do quite a bit of business travel over there. My next trip is scheduled for May.
However, I did get a pair of SHP8500 for $15 shipped from Ebay. I can't resist the price.
I haven't have a chance to listen to it though. It's sitting in mu office. I'll probably will listen to it this week end.

I'm also considering the Pioneer SE-A1000. I think they're similar in price in Asia.

 

[ddoingwell]

I don't know how I missed this thread a few months ago when I was doing some ranting about Philips headphones.

I actually really like my SHP9000s....REALLY A LOT. They cost me less than $65AUD delivered and are extremely comfortable. They sound fabulous with my Classic 10.0 headphone amp/pre-amp. I bought a second set to have in the closet for the inevitable breakage because they do seem fragile but not as delicate as the HP890, HP910 or HP1000s. They're clearer though less bottom-oriented than any of those HP models just mentioned and I have tried them all in rapid succession.

I cannot imaging a better audio purchase in the sub-$100 realm. Granted, I got a steal but they do seem to be available at discounted prices. I also have the SHP8900s: chirpier than brother 9000 and not as great a fit but I bought a set online in New Zealand for NZ$45! That's about the cost of a mid-level dinner at a restaurant here DownUnder, and I have NO indigestion.

As an aside, my wife is buying me AKG K501s for Christmas (Thank you Darling), and I have just received some Sennheiser HD595s (again, as a gift) which I'm going to sell unopened. Between the Philips twins and the AKGs, I'm set.

 

[sound and music]

Hi,

Any comparisons with SHP9000 and AKG K501 in the offing?

thanks

 

[porschemad911]

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Originally Posted by sound and music /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hi, Any comparisons with SHP9000 and AKG K501 in the offing? thanks

What a funny question to come across months later. I can't do a comparison between the SHP9000 and the AKG K501, but I have been comparing my SHP1000 with my K501 all morning! Here's some brief thoughts.

The Philips sound smoother and warmer. Detail is not quite as good, but they are less fatiguing to listen to without the lower treble boost the K501 have (which results in a slightly 'sharper' sound). The Philips are slightly bassier, but neither are bass-heavy headphones. Both have excellent midranges, with the Philips a little more up front. To summarise the sound, the K501 have a little more clarity and detail across the entire frequency range, but less smoothness and warmth.

They are both very comfortable, but the Philips feel more like a HD650 than the K501. The K501 does have a larger soundstage.

One thing I did notice about the K501, I got carried away when testing it, and would just listen to tracks for a while, before remembering I was supposed to be doing a comparison. I guess that says something!

I really like both headphones, but since I don't need two open 'phones for home, I'm selling the Philips. The SHP1000 really is excellent value though, I am more satisfied with the sound quality in comparison to my K501 than I was with my Sennheiser HD595.

A quick note, I don't think the Philips are even burnt in, I bought them in new condition and have only listened for a couple of hours. The K501 I currently have would have less than 50 hours on them.