[SlackerClerk107]

I'm looking for my first pair of good headphones and the HD 595s have peaked my interest. I'm going to be listening to all types of music, from rap to metal, and even some classical thrown in for good measure. I'd also like to use the phones to listen to while gaming. Can I expect a good balance of bass and highs from these? And most importantly, will they completely knock my socks off compared to my $20 Sony's?

 

[legcramp]

haha 20$ sony's.. they will knock more then your socks off

 

[SlackerClerk107]

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Originally Posted by aZn_plyR haha 20$ sony's.. they will knock more then your socks off

Hahaha that last sentence was thrown in as a little joke.

 

[EvilDwarf]

Lets name it: the HD 595s will pull you pants down in comparision.

They are really well balanced across the whole spectrum, having tight and well controlled bass. The sound is quite forward, so metal also sounds very good (it's what I mostly listen to). They surely are some of the best allround cans available. Oh yes, and gaming works like a charm with them. I really enjoy Creative's CMSS-3D with them.

 

[Patu]

HD595 is best allarounder I've heard this far. I've heard no other headphones which would perform every music genre so equally well.

 

[whitenoise]

I have the 595's and they are great. First pair of phones I had bought after only using free/cheap ones. Excellent for all types of music, although I think they are especially good for movies, and work great with Dolby Headphone.

 

[ken36]

Why don't you give it a go and tell us your impressions.

 

[3lusiv3]

HD 595's are great all-rounders.

 

[SlackerClerk107]

Alrite I like what you guys had to say. Looks like I'll be placing my order today.

 

[EdipisReks]

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Originally Posted by Patu HD595 is best allarounder I've heard this far. I've heard no other headphones which would perform every music genre so equally well.

you need to audition the Grado HP-2s

 

[hentai]

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Originally Posted by EdipisReks you need to audition the Grado HP-2s

 

[Patu]

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Originally Posted by EdipisReks you need to audition the Grado HP-2s

With pleasure. Could you ship me yours?

 

[EdipisReks]

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Originally Posted by Patu With pleasure. Could you ship me yours?

sure, i require a kidney as a deposit, however

 

[will75]

I have the 595s and really like them. I have the 50 ohm version since I have no amp. My integrated PC sound drives them louder than they need to go. They are wonderful for music and excellent for gaming. I play a lot of America's Army with them (FPS). You can hear doors opening from across the map. Good headphones give such a great edge for online FPS. Also, comfort is a must and you forget you are even wearing these.

 

[Clutz]

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Originally Posted by EdipisReks sure, i require a kidney as a deposit, however

Do you care who owns the kidney?

Do you have any qualifications upon which species it comes from?