[SBD]

After a frightening length of research, I finally decided on the super.fi 5 pro's.

I don't need portability and avoided big cans because it's confusing searching for ones and they look like they need an amp or something.

I'm looking at the AKG K271 now but should I try grado sr or senn hd?
(not interested in Koss KSC75)

It's really hard when I want IEMs but all these "sophisticated, fancy name" cans are staring at me.

 

[intoflatlines]

I have super.fi 5 Pros and I really like them. I am in the market for a pair of cans, though, for use when I am not out and don't need isolation.

 

[NeObliviscaris]

SF5's

 

[ozz]

sf5's now save money for amp and cans later.

 

[IPodPJ]

If you don't need portability, without a doubt get fullsize headphones. A good pair of cans will always sound better than a good IEM.

 

[Jackson99]

I would say if you're not interested in getting an amp, stick with the sf5.
If you're willing to try an amp, that's a different story...

 

[SBD]

So is the general idea of needing an amp for full cans kind of true?

I can imagine the "airy" sound with an amp will be very good but I'd never buy some.

FeedMeTrance, I see you're spreading the word!

 

[Shahrose]

i have the sf5 eb's and the dt990s as well as some other dj fullsize cans. clearly, there's no competition, the fullsize cans are much better.

i only use IEMs and buds when i'm on the go, otherwise i'm always using fullsize headphones whenever i can.

 

[goober-george]

Quote:

Originally Posted by SBD /img/forum/go_quote.gif So is the general idea of needing an amp for full cans kind of true? I can imagine the "airy" sound with an amp will be very good but I'd never buy some. FeedMeTrance, I see you're spreading the word!

most grados don't need amps, as well as audio-technica's, and goldring dr150s. It all depends how much you are willing to spend, the higher end ones +250+ will need an amp.

 

[SBD]

I like full cans but they keep making me think of DJ's and recording studios. I really like the AKG K271 but I don't hear of these specific models as much as 60/80, 555, etc.

It took me forever just to get a general idea of what each IEM was for but full size cans just give me a headache to search.

 

[goober-george]

What are your musical tastes? That way others can direct you to a certain can.

 

[SBD]

I like hip-hop and all kinds of music except heavy metal (my look into full cans starts with the idea that I'll get good bass but really doesn't muddy the overall sound).

I don't know how much help when everyone hates it and loves it can be but it would be a great starter for me. thanks