Sound Isolation / Leakage - New Rig Desired!

[snappuccino]

Alright, so.

I recently made the purchase (or mistake, as I'm beginning to realize) of the Bose QuietComfort 2 Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphones. It was my second real pair of headphones, right after the Bose Triports which got me through 3 years in college. I was amazed at the sound quality (I'm sure that it's crap compared to what you all seem to have experienced, but I'm a headphone noob) but I was very disappointed with how much sound leaked out of the headphones. I like to really blast certain songs, and they were very loud when being used. I could literally hear exactly what they were listening to, and the volume wasn't even that piercing at that point. I returned them, but I would really like to find a nice pair ($100-$300) that provides excellent sound concealing so I do not disturb others. That's my main concern. I'm assuming that would mean I would want closed headphones (Again, not entirely familiar with a lot of the aspects). Noise cancelling would be great, but not necessary. Let me know if you have any suggestions.

I've looked into AKG's K 272 HD and they look like they might be able to do the job. If anyone has these, and disagrees, let me know what you think. They look very pretty too.

Also, if I were to purchase these, where would be the best place to do so? I've seen the AKG K271 MKII out there, is there any difference between those and the 272 HD?

P.S. - I listen to a lot of Trance / House / Progressive, so again, these headphones would be for listening only.

 

[snappuccino]

anyone?

 

[tom_3_21]

If you dont mind IEM's have a look at the protable forum.

 

[MadMike]

I own the Audio Technica ATH-M50s (~$100 on eBay) which isolate very well and do not leak very much, if at all. They sound great and are very comfortable. Good bass response that does not overshadow the mids and highs- very enjoyable with wide variety of music- jazz, rock, classical...

 

[komi]

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Originally Posted by snappuccino /img/forum/go_quote.gif Alright, so. I recently made the purchase (or mistake, as I'm beginning to realize) of the Bose QuietComfort 2 Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphones. It was my second real pair of headphones, right after the Bose Triports which got me through 3 years in college. I was amazed at the sound quality (I'm sure that it's crap compared to what you all seem to have experienced, but I'm a headphone noob) but I was very disappointed with how much sound leaked out of the headphones. I like to really blast certain songs, and they were very loud when being used. I could literally hear exactly what they were listening to, and the volume wasn't even that piercing at that point. I returned them, but I would really like to find a nice pair ($100-$300) that provides excellent sound concealing so I do not disturb others. That's my main concern. I'm assuming that would mean I would want closed headphones (Again, not entirely familiar with a lot of the aspects). Noise cancelling would be great, but not necessary. Let me know if you have any suggestions. I've looked into AKG's K 272 HD and they look like they might be able to do the job. If anyone has these, and disagrees, let me know what you think. They look very pretty too. Also, if I were to purchase these, where would be the best place to do so? I've seen the AKG K271 MKII out there, is there any difference between those and the 272 HD? P.S. - I listen to a lot of Trance / House / Progressive, so again, these headphones would be for listening only.

Hey there !

Listen, i travel frequenly and plane engine noise just boter me, specialy when you need to be in plane for 12 hours !
I got fiew diferent noice canceling headphones, and i dont like no one - until i got me MDR-NC500D | Digital Noise Cancelling Headphones MDR-NC500D | Sony | SonyStyle USASONY MDR-NC500D - Digital Noise Canceling Headphones

Thay got exelent isolation, and sound is way better then Bose [ for my taste ] !

 

[Acix]

Try the GMP 8.35 D Monitor, for the best sound isolation. http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f4/ger...indeed-406658/

 

[roosta]

sennheiser HD25-II are meant to have very good sound isolation.

more importantly, where are you going to be using these? if your only using them at home and they dont need to be portable ultrasones sound about right for you. i have 780's which are very good for your type of music (i listen too). however their size, weight and the "i look expensive, steal me" good looks make them not so good for walking around town in.

 

[1Time]

What source / amp will you be plugging your headphones into?

 

[snappuccino]

i'm going to be using these in my dorm at college, which can be equally loud and quiet. of course, if it's loud i don't care that much about isolation, but when it's quiet and i want to share the room with someone, i'd like to not disturb them. i don't mind them not being portable because i don't plan on using them other for my computer.

i will be most likely plugging them into my altec lansing speakers (has a headphone jack) because i guess that would be a bit better than plugging them straight into the computer. i haven't really looked into amplifiers yet, most because i don't know much about them and because they don't seem that inexpensive. :x

those 780's look amazing, also. (not as sexy as the AKG 272's though. )

 

[1Time]

FWIR...

The M50, GMP, and HD25-1 II should work well for you. The HD25-1 II probably leaks less than the M50 but fits tighter and may not be as comfortable for longer use. The GMP is not well known yet. All 3 should work well from your speaker's headphone jack. I think an Ultrasone would leak more sound than these 3. The addition of an amp would help, and it would be within your $300 total budget. I suggest using the headphones first before considering an amp. I don't know anything about the K272, but it does look nice. I would probably give the GMP a try.

 

[mrarroyo]

snappuccino if you will be using your computer as a source look into the Head Direct Hifiman EF2. It is a dac/amp combo and there is a good size thread describing how good it sounds, the Denon D2000 or the Ultrasone HFI-780 sound very good out of it. Good luck.

 

[1Time]

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Originally Posted by mrarroyo /img/forum/go_quote.gif ... the Denon D2000 or the Ultrasone HFI-780 sound very good out of it.

I question how well either of these prevent sound from leaking out.

 

[snappuccino]

definitely considering the GMP. i've looked at their site, and there seems to be a few different models there. any preferences on which?

also, with the title studio monitor, that usually brings the thought of "revealing flaws" to my head. Are studio monitors good for just listening?

lastly, prices. if you have a recommendation on a GMP model, let me know if there is a price range for those so i can try not to get ripped off. :x thanks.

 

[mrarroyo]

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Originally Posted by 1Time /img/forum/go_quote.gif I question how well either of these prevent sound from leaking out.

Simple to find out:

1. Go to a meet and listen to them.
2. Go to a shop that sells them and listen to them.
3. Buy both and listen to them in the privacy of your home.
4. Ask here and accept the answers!

IMO unless you listen to ear bleeding kind of volume and you are right besides the listener they do a good job in preventing leakage.

 

[1Time]

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrarroyo /img/forum/go_quote.gif Simple to find out: 1. Go to a meet and listen to them. 2. Go to a shop that sells them and listen to them. 3. Buy both and listen to them in the privacy of your home. 4. Ask here and accept the answers! IMO unless you listen to ear bleeding kind of volume and you are right besides the listener they do a good job in preventing leakage.

Good thing I asked... and that wasn't hard at all... lol