[GREQ]

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Yeah, the language around this stuff isn't very exact or consistently used. Isn't there a famous quote that writing about music is like dancing about architecture? I feel like we do the same thing here when we try to describe how one headphone sounds versus another. 

 
This thread is even more ambiguous than our futile words (and often more hilarious)
http://www.head-fi.org/t/577606/pictures-metaphoring-the-sound-of-your-headphones

 

[Dan S]

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This thread is even more ambiguous than our futile words (and often more hilarious)
http://www.head-fi.org/t/577606/pictures-metaphoring-the-sound-of-your-headphones

 
Nice! There are some hilarious pics there.
 
Thinking about what picture would capture the Momentum...if the HD650 is a bonfire outside, the Momentum is a cozy fireplace in a small, wood panelled living room.

 

[roguegeek]

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This thread is even more ambiguous than our futile words (and often more hilarious)
http://www.head-fi.org/t/577606/pictures-metaphoring-the-sound-of-your-headphones

 
Subscribed!

 

[gnewylliw]

Dan (judging from his sig) owns both the 650 and Momentums, while you're , I guess, relying on your memory of what they sound like.
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And I would politely disagree. If you absolutely had to compare them and taking out quality of sound, the Momentum is very fast for a Senn can with some other very obvious differences (closed vs open) and the HD650 is extremely laid back and slow. Just extremely different.
 
As to not discredit you at all, I understand SQ is a personal and subjective thing, so I'm not surprised there's disagreement. Different ears, different... hears?

 

[roguegeek]

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Dan (judging from his sig) owns both the 650 and Momentums, while you're , I guess, relying on your memory of what they sound like.

If your assumption helps you invalidate my opinion in your head, have at it.

 

[Mad Lust Envy]

Anyone with Momentums ever trid the Creative Aurvana Live or Denon D1001 (not D1101)?

Trying to gauge the size difference of the ear cups. The CAL was on the small side, but it didn't bother me. I want the Momentum, but wanna make sure the size is comparable and not smaller.

 

[obsidyen]

Momentums are amazing for trance. The right amount of bass and treble. It's such a joy listening to A State of Trance 600 with them!

 

[Dan S]

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Dan (judging from his sig) owns both the 650 and Momentums

 
Yep, and the good thing about this discussion is that it's prompted me to dust off the ol' HD650 and listen to it more. It really is a great headphone.

 

[gnewylliw]

oi hd 598s came in today. two completely different sound signatures, yet so awesome in their own regards. I don't think I'll be needing any more upgrades for a while

 

[GloryUprising]

oi hd 598s came in today. two completely different sound signatures, yet so awesome in their own regards. I don't think I'll be needing any more upgrades for a while

Spoken like a true headfier.

 

[291079]

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Anyone with Momentums ever trid the Creative Aurvana Live or Denon D1001 (not D1101)?

Trying to gauge the size difference of the ear cups. The CAL was on the small side, but it didn't bother me. I want the Momentum, but wanna make sure the size is comparable and not smaller.

 
i have the cals and ive tried the momentums at a shop. i feel that the cal cups are a bigger

 

[Tangster]

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Anyone with Momentums ever trid the Creative Aurvana Live or Denon D1001 (not D1101)?

Trying to gauge the size difference of the ear cups. The CAL was on the small side, but it didn't bother me. I want the Momentum, but wanna make sure the size is comparable and not smaller.

Smaller. Or at least it feels like that, but it might be because the CAL pads are softer and more squishy, I didn't have my verniers with me.

 

[Mad Lust Envy]

Thanks guys. A shame.

 

[roguegeek]

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Thanks guys. A shame.

 
MLE, check out the Sony MDR-1R as an alternative. Tyll just did his review for it today and threw it on the Wall of Fame as "the best all around portable, around the ear headset." That's saying a lot considering the company.

 

[MacedonianHero]

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MLE, check out the Sony MDR-1R as an alternative. Tyll just did his review for it today and threw it on the Wall of Fame as "the best all around portable, around the ear headset." That's saying a lot considering the company.

I agree with Tyll's assessments...especially where he says the Momentums are the better headphones.