Dogbane
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I love the sound of my HD650s, but the lack of isolation is a big issue. I have decided to get closed phones that are not too big of a step down in SQ.
The three biggest factors are isolation (which eliminates the Denons and the non-studio Audio Technicas), SQ, and comfort. I am only interested in circumaural.
I do not have a fixed price in mind (though I wouldn't want to go much above $400), but just want the best sound I can get from a closed design.
These will be powered by an Onkyo stereo receiver with an Onkyo CD player as a source. I also have a Little Dot MK V if I were to chooose a pair that would benefit from that. (Note, there is some background hiss from my receiver with very low impedance/high efficiency phones.)
My musical tastes are all over the map, but tend towards smooth jazz, new age, and electronica.
I am considering the following:
German Maestro 8300d. Great reputation for SQ. Great isolation. Not too sure about comfort. (I also thought about 8.35d, but I think I would prefer the higher impedance. I ruled out the 450s because someone said they don't isolate well.)
AKG K271. These might be a great choice, as long as they have enough bass.
Ultrasone Pro 780 (or HFI 750). I have zero experience with Ultrasone, but I am intrigued by their claims about imaging.
Beyerdynamic DT770. Great reputation for comfort and isolation. Possibly a bit too bassy? Not sure which model would be best.
I almost added M50s to the list, but tried a pair and found them uncomfortable (though great sounding.)
I am also open to suggestions (please give reasons.)
Hey, how do I get to the "add a poll" option? I thought I would be directed there automatically when I chose "submit"!
The three biggest factors are isolation (which eliminates the Denons and the non-studio Audio Technicas), SQ, and comfort. I am only interested in circumaural.
I do not have a fixed price in mind (though I wouldn't want to go much above $400), but just want the best sound I can get from a closed design.
These will be powered by an Onkyo stereo receiver with an Onkyo CD player as a source. I also have a Little Dot MK V if I were to chooose a pair that would benefit from that. (Note, there is some background hiss from my receiver with very low impedance/high efficiency phones.)
My musical tastes are all over the map, but tend towards smooth jazz, new age, and electronica.
I am considering the following:
German Maestro 8300d. Great reputation for SQ. Great isolation. Not too sure about comfort. (I also thought about 8.35d, but I think I would prefer the higher impedance. I ruled out the 450s because someone said they don't isolate well.)
AKG K271. These might be a great choice, as long as they have enough bass.
Ultrasone Pro 780 (or HFI 750). I have zero experience with Ultrasone, but I am intrigued by their claims about imaging.
Beyerdynamic DT770. Great reputation for comfort and isolation. Possibly a bit too bassy? Not sure which model would be best.
I almost added M50s to the list, but tried a pair and found them uncomfortable (though great sounding.)
I am also open to suggestions (please give reasons.)
Hey, how do I get to the "add a poll" option? I thought I would be directed there automatically when I chose "submit"!