[q2klepto]

To be honest - these headphones sound thin, hollow...no body to me. I'm kind of disappointed in them, even if they only cost me $80.  Vocals sound a bit nasally - but maybe thats what neutral headphones sound like?  I'm comparing against my HE-400is (i know several price classes above these) and my UE6000 in passive mode.  I've always thought the UE6000 were a warm tilting but mostly neutral can, even more neutral with the 400i since it shares a similar sound with the 560. 
 
Looking at the Brainwavz HM5 and Fischer FA003 graphs, it looks like sub bass is pretty weak (drops off pretty hard < 50hz) and theres a weird dip around 300hz - i wonder if this might be the cause?

 

[cel4145]

UE6000 are not close to neutral: http://www.innerfidelity.com/images/LogitechUE6000passive.pdf

 

[q2klepto]

No - but the 400is are more neutral no.  Maybe a bit warm, but nothing crazy

 

[Claritas]

I cant seem to find any FR or CSD graphs on this headphone - would it be identical to Brainwavz HM5 graphs?

Tyll's measurements for Fischer Audio FA003: http://www.innerfidelity.com/images/FischerAudioFA003.pdf

 

[potterpastor]

I got these headphones for $80 also and for that price I think they sound good. I think they have good body and tone, but yes, the bass could extend deeper, and there is a bit of warbliness in the mid range where the vocals are normally placed. It was not a dealbreaker for me, I only noticed it on certain songs,but I definitely see what you mean.you can always send them back and get something else in the price range.

 

[Lordgeorge16]

Will I need some kind of amp or DAC or something to get the best quality out of these headphones, or will they sound fine as soon as I plug them into my computer/iPod?  I'm really hoping to use these to make games sound beautiful and for listening to music genres like jazz, electro, orchestral/choir pieces, and some bass-heavy rock/metal stuff. 

 

[potterpastor]

They are sensitive enough where you can enjoy them out of a smart phone or an iPod, and they will sound even better out of an ipad or a laptop.. But of course, it will sound better plugged into an amp...

 

[Lordgeorge16]

They are sensitive enough where you can enjoy them out of a smart phone or an iPod, and they will sound even better out of an ipad or a laptop.. But of course, it will sound better plugged into an amp...

I know amps have their merits, but I'd rather not spend money on extra hardware just to fully enjoy a good pair of headphones like these.  I'm not much of an audiophile, I just want my games and my music and my movies to sound wicked nice without spending more than I really need to.  I have been looking at a couple of other pairs of headphones, namely the Sennheiser HD 280 PRO and the Audio-Technica ATH-M50S.  Based on what I'm looking for in a pair of circumaural, closed-air headphones, which of these three would be the most suitable?

 

[potterpastor]

The NVX 100 are better for gaming because of their open spacious sound

 

[FastAndClean]

Recently i got 003 and after that i sell my senn hd598, and yes, is that good.

 

[Lordgeorge16]

The NVX 100 are better for gaming because of their open spacious sound

Thanks boyo, that really helps narrow down my options.  I think I'm going to get these headphones after all.

 

[kofa]

FYI, the NVX Audio XPT100 is selling for $75 + $2 shipping at https://www.buysonic.com/products/nvx-audio-xpt100/ (just bought one); or for $79 at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0093PVTPS

 

[Jam Boy]

Can someone who owns the HD 380 Pro tell me how these compare?
 
I'm thinking these will be similar and not worth buying due to redundancy.

 

[potterpastor]

They sound different. NVX PT 100 sounds more smooth and relaxed, HD 380. has deeper bass and hotter treble. Both headphones have really long cables and are meant more for home use.

 

[cdeviney]

They sound different. NVX PT 100 sounds more smooth and relaxed, HD 380. has deeper bass and hotter treble. Both headphones have really long cables and are meant more for home use.

NVX XPT100 comes with a 1.3M and 3M cable.
 
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_46586_NVX-Audio-XPT100.html