[anoldvolvo240]

agreed on the sr80. i started out with the grado sr80i when i found my sony mdr nc6 to be too lame and did some research. huge eye opener. amazing. about to upgrade because i found some vintage but brand new sr225s for $165 in a small shop, unless anyone tells me this isnt a good move with compelling arguements. and i will not have the funds to move straight to the rs1 anytime soon.

 

[Woody469]

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Originally Posted by anoldvolvo240 /img/forum/go_quote.gif agreed on the sr80. i started out with the grado sr80i when i found my sony mdr nc6 to be too lame and did some research. huge eye opener. amazing. about to upgrade because i found some vintage but brand new sr225s for $165 in a small shop, unless anyone tells me this isnt a good move with compelling arguements. and i will not have the funds to move straight to the rs1 anytime soon.

The only comment I can make to that is, remember since that headphone is higher up the Grado line it will have a big connection on the end and you will need an adapter for portable use.

Grado quarter to eighth inch plug Adapter | HeadRoom Audio

 

[RockinCannoisseur]

i highly reccomend denon 7000 and tirplefi 10

 

[Woody469]

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Originally Posted by RockinCannoisseur /img/forum/go_quote.gif i highly reccomend denon 7000 and tirplefi 10

Yes I agree but those are big money phones (although they just ran a $100 promotion on the TF10 on Amazon) Its over now unfortunately.

 

[Vinny77]

My ATH-A500's died yesterday and I need new headphones. I loved these things, as they were amazing. Is an upgrade recommended, I dont mind spending more if I get better sound, These will mainly be used from a Audigy 2 ZS in my pc.

 

[Woody469]

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Originally Posted by Vinny77 /img/forum/go_quote.gif My ATH-A500's died yesterday and I need new headphones. I loved these things, as they were amazing. Is an upgrade recommended, I dont mind spending more if I get better sound, These will mainly be used from a Audigy 2 ZS in my pc.

Yea, those do look nice. Specs state they go as deep as 5Hz so you must be getting incredible bass. Also, they appear to represent a fairly easy load meaning you can get decent volume from your sound card.
Why mess with a good thing and something you like? Just grab a new pair. Don't you hate it when headphones die? I've killed my share of headphones by sleeping with them on.

 

[Drubbing]

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Originally Posted by Woody469 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Yea, those do look nice. Specs state they go as deep as 5Hz so you must be getting incredible bass.

Since when did specs on freq range mean anything? Just because a phone might be able to reproduce a low frequency doesn't = huge bass.

Are you aware the range of human hearing doesn't even extend down to 5hz?

 

[Pavlov]

Hey guys. I'm looking to buy a new pair of headphones for less than or around 200 Australian dollars. I don't really listen to bassy types of music all that much, so I'd be looking for ones that are good in the mid and treble range. I'd prefer closed, but if there were to be a big difference in sound quality then I'd have to go with open headphones.

I have an old Behringer HA400 microamp, but it's not that great - I get noticeable distortion above 5/8 volume (though for my IEM's atm the volume usually sits at about 1/4 of maximum). I'm considering the A700's and the SRH840's (is this:

NEW - Shure SRH840 Professional Monitoring Headphones - eBay Wireless Microphone Systems, Microphones, Pro Audio Equipment, Musical Instruments. (end time 11-Jan-10 07:05:15 AEDST)

link legit? They seem very cheap)

I'd really appreciate any advice on any other ones that might suit me - once I find a new job I wouldn't mind at all getting a decent amp, but I'd like the headphones to be usable with what I've got now.

 

[12345142]

Pavlov:
I can tell you that the SRH840s have received overwhelmingly positive feedback on the forum, but they reportedly have a slightly warm sound to them, and benefit the most from an amp (out of Shure's new headphone line). Nothing on the A700s, as at first I thought you were talking about the AD700s.

Anyways, I'm not sure when this became a public 'what headphone should I buy?' thread, but I'll put my vote in for the Panasonic RP-HTX7s. After a simple mod, they're easily one of the best-sounding circumaural headphones for no more than $40 USD. My white pair has lasted about three years, and they've held up surprisingly well to abuse; I often fall asleep at night with them on, and I'm a pretty shifty sleeper. Rolling with headphones on isn't the best way to treat them. Yet all that's happened is some scratching to the metal 'circles' on the earcups; in the same regard, the piano finish is still as robust as the day I got them. They're quite comfortable too; the headband is very wide and they're quite light, making for little clamping force although the pads are quite firm. Highly recommended, although some posters seem to think they're a bit bright.

 

[Drubbing]

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Originally Posted by Pavlov /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hey guys. I'm looking to buy a new pair of headphones for less than or around 200 Australian dollars. I don't really listen to bassy types of music all that much, so I'd be looking for ones that are good in the mid and treble range. I'd prefer closed, but if there were to be a big difference in sound quality then I'd have to go with open headphones. I have an old Behringer HA400 microamp, but it's not that great - I get noticeable distortion above 5/8 volume (though for my IEM's atm the volume usually sits at about 1/4 of maximum). I'm considering the A700's and the SRH840's (is this: I'd really appreciate any advice on any other ones that might suit me - once I find a new job I wouldn't mind at all getting a decent amp, but I'd like the headphones to be usable with what I've got now.

For equal money open sound better. If you don't NEED isolation, get open. personally, I won't buy on ebay. X2 when prices are questionably cheap.

I'd go MS1 for $160. They don't need an amp, but like them. You don't need a headphone amp, unless you go for a phone that very hard to drive. And distortion could be the fault of your source - amping a poor one can do that. But your Behringer may just be too much for canals.

Here is a reputable local Aus source, I've bought most of my stuff there:

Headphonic: Products | Headphonic: Australian Headphone Specialists: Buy Etymotic, Alessandro, Audio Technica, Ultimate Ears, Talisman, Meier Audio and more

 

[Pavlov]

Thanks 12345142 and Drubbing. Would you say that The MS1's are "better" than the SRH840's? I'd prefer to buy from a (Australian) store, but the Australian dollar is really strong at the moment and I can get the SRH840's for $202 shipped from the US, and $265 from that site. Similarly, it's much cheaper to buy the MS1's from the US. I'd really rather closed headphones.

Anyway, I also noticed the AD700's are available for $199 at that site, how do you think they compare the MS1's? (I've heard good things about them)

EDIT: Hrm, I bit the bullet and went for the more expensive SRH840's, after I decided that open headphones just aren't for me. Thanks again for the advice.

 

[Woody469]

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Originally Posted by Drubbing /img/forum/go_quote.gif Since when did specs on freq range mean anything? Just because a phone might be able to reproduce a low frequency doesn't = huge bass. Are you aware the range of human hearing doesn't even extend down to 5hz?

LOL Right, specs alot of times mean nothing. But, that being said, it is nice to have a device that is 'capable' of an extremely wide frequency range. This to me is even more evident when playing albums on a trditional turntable. Too often music is "rolled off" and I've heard people argue that it doesn't matter because the human ear cannot hear that high or low etc but it is undisputable that the extended frequency response in conjunction with the system's dynamic range makes for an overwhelmingly enjoyable listening experience. Also, really low bass for example, although may not be heard by the human ear, can be realized tactically (you can feel the bass). So thank you for your input.

 

[Drubbing]

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Originally Posted by Pavlov /img/forum/go_quote.gif EDIT: Hrm, I bit the bullet and went for the more expensive SRH840's, after I decided that open headphones just aren't for me. Thanks again for the advice.

Open will sound better. But good luck with those, the 840 are well regarded for closed phones.

I know they're a bit more here, but I'd prefer local warranty myself. If you have a problem with those, 1 return to the US and there goes your saving.

 

[xx0xx]

I have a guilty pleasure with Bose 'phones, but I'd rather not get the pulp beaten out of me, so I'll leave those alone - I think they only sound good to me because I'm nowhere near an audiophile. They aren't very neutral or balanced, but for some reason my ears like them. I've gotten them all used to try them out and refuse to pay their full price.

Enough about sub-par phones, though. Forgive my ears! They sound good to me and seemingly no one else!

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In the past few months I've acquired the Senn HD 238's. These are a great open headphone. They are pretty comfortable to me as well. They are very balanced and detailed for the price. They're going for roughly $75-85 used these days. I use these for listening before bed.

The highs are very crisp and clear without sounding too bright and the mids and bass are present but not overwhelming. One of my qualms with this phone is that it doesn't prefer higher volumes, which seems to go against what headroom has to say about it.

The treble starts getting harsh with a bit of crunch to it if too much volume is pumped into these. Not too disappointing, as I use them in a mostly-silent environment. Being an open phone, they have 0 isolation though, and I can hear my mini-fridge's low hum through these while listening to podcasts/talking or very soft music. Overall, they have some of the most detailed and balanced sound I've heard at this price.

Most Sony headphones/buds/canalphones I've tried in the $30-$100 price range have really disappointed me. They seem to have no preference for treble, and it always sounds either very harsh and distorted or non-present. I have the MDR-EX36V's and they are very disappointing other than isolation - I use them when I mow the yard. That's about it. I need to find a better canalphone for mowing. lol

Another pair I've had for awhile are the Senn HD 202's. They are a budget phone, but for the $20-25 price tag, they are nearly unbeatable in SQ for a closed phone, IMHO. The treble on these bothers me, as it is a bit grainy and loses some detail. Which is sad, as these are definitely a treble-biased phone. There is almost no bass to speak of. Mid/upper bass is present, but if you're looking for any kind of punch or richness, you won't find it here.

 

[icemanz]

hi guys,
im currently looking for a sub $50 closed headphones for myself. Been through the forum and found the following choices in the buyers guide

1-Sennheiser HD201 ($22)
1-AKG k81dj ($54) Bassy dj headphone. Better with some damping. Good for rap and Hip-Hop

is there any other options that i can consider, just wanna have a look at them.Im mostly into bass. Hip-hop and rap musics.

p.s. actually landed into this forum when i was searching for info on Skullycandy headphones...but they are surely out of my choice now...