gruberaj
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[size=small] Hello head-fi. Looking for some new headphones and my friends recommended me this forum. I'm lost and overwhelmed by all of the options available and hoping someone can help out!
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[size=small] Budget - $250-500AUD.[/size]
[size=small] Source - PC - soundcard: Auzentech X-FI Forte[/size]
[size=small] I honestly don't know how this sizes up vs. dedicated amps (whether it's junk or adequate) but the it has an in-built headphone amp. I can say without a doubt that my current headphones sound compleeetely different and significantly worse when it's not connected via my soundcard. I try with sound and electrical theory but it's hard for me to grasp for some reason.[/size]
[size=small] Requirements for Isolation - At home on PC. Infrequently used on mobile phone for music (not a focus really).[/size]
[size=small] Preferred Type of Headphone - Full-size, open. Time for a change from closed headphones. No IEMs.[/size]
[size=small] Preferred tonal balance - Clarity, smooth. True sound? Mids-to-highs over bass however I am looking for a bit of a bassy punch over what HD-25s provide (which I think I will achieve out of open headphones anyway).[/size]
[size=small] Past headphones - Unfortunately haven't had exposure to many different headphones. HD-25's and a cheaper variety of Audio-technica headphone which weren't that impressive.[/size]
[size=small] Preferred Music - At the moment I listen to quite a variety of stuff but mainly electronic, experimental, indie, lounge / ambient, chilled slow music but also listen to hip-hop, rap and rock from time to time. Pretty much everything and only on here: http://www.youtube.com/user/majesticcasual[/size]
[size=small] Main use - Gaming then music. Both are equally important though. Currently playing DotA 2 and if I was to ever play any other game it would be Battlefield 4 and probably nothing else. Movies from time-to-time not a big deal. Must not have a microphone - I'm using an desk mic (Yeti Blue).[/size]
[size=small] I've checked guides and searched other people's threads but can't accurately relate to anything I've come across.[/size]
[size=small] So far I seem to be frequently looking at the models: Sennheiser HD598 or HD600, AKG Q701 and ATH-AD900. A friend of mine suggested Beyer DT990 which seem quite appealing (but have heard conflicting reviews that its very bassy and others suggest it's very good in mid-highs) or Grado Alessandro but like I said at the start - lost.[/size]
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[size=small] My only related question is how does my soundcard weigh up vs a dedicated amp? I really don't want to have to buy a separate amp... [/size]
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[size=small] Thank you very much for taking the time to read my post and consider helping me! I hope I've provided enough useful information.[/size]
I'll cut to it:[/size]
[size=small] [/size]
[size=small] Budget - $250-500AUD.[/size]
[size=small] Source - PC - soundcard: Auzentech X-FI Forte[/size]
[size=small] I honestly don't know how this sizes up vs. dedicated amps (whether it's junk or adequate) but the it has an in-built headphone amp. I can say without a doubt that my current headphones sound compleeetely different and significantly worse when it's not connected via my soundcard. I try with sound and electrical theory but it's hard for me to grasp for some reason.[/size]
[size=small] Requirements for Isolation - At home on PC. Infrequently used on mobile phone for music (not a focus really).[/size]
[size=small] Preferred Type of Headphone - Full-size, open. Time for a change from closed headphones. No IEMs.[/size]
[size=small] Preferred tonal balance - Clarity, smooth. True sound? Mids-to-highs over bass however I am looking for a bit of a bassy punch over what HD-25s provide (which I think I will achieve out of open headphones anyway).[/size]
[size=small] Past headphones - Unfortunately haven't had exposure to many different headphones. HD-25's and a cheaper variety of Audio-technica headphone which weren't that impressive.[/size]
[size=small] Preferred Music - At the moment I listen to quite a variety of stuff but mainly electronic, experimental, indie, lounge / ambient, chilled slow music but also listen to hip-hop, rap and rock from time to time. Pretty much everything and only on here: http://www.youtube.com/user/majesticcasual[/size]
[size=small] Main use - Gaming then music. Both are equally important though. Currently playing DotA 2 and if I was to ever play any other game it would be Battlefield 4 and probably nothing else. Movies from time-to-time not a big deal. Must not have a microphone - I'm using an desk mic (Yeti Blue).[/size]
[size=small] I've checked guides and searched other people's threads but can't accurately relate to anything I've come across.[/size]
[size=small] So far I seem to be frequently looking at the models: Sennheiser HD598 or HD600, AKG Q701 and ATH-AD900. A friend of mine suggested Beyer DT990 which seem quite appealing (but have heard conflicting reviews that its very bassy and others suggest it's very good in mid-highs) or Grado Alessandro but like I said at the start - lost.[/size]
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[size=small] My only related question is how does my soundcard weigh up vs a dedicated amp? I really don't want to have to buy a separate amp... [/size]
[size=small] [/size]
[size=small] Thank you very much for taking the time to read my post and consider helping me! I hope I've provided enough useful information.[/size]
