[MetsFan]

First thing, new here and appreciate insights and recommendations. I'm somewhat disadvantaged in that there is place locally that carries many of the higher end products I can try on and form my own opinion.  I have a good sized noggin so fit is very important, something in the $250-ish range for mostly jazz/classical listening so looking at Denon, AT and Beyerdynamics. Opinions greatly appreciated, easy on the head squeeze please... 
 
Thanks, MetsFan

 

[1Time]

Welcome to Head-Fi.
 
What equipment will you be plugging your new headphones into?

 

[MetsFan]

Thanks for the response.  I have a Yamaha RX V665 receiver for home use but also travel quite a bit (which is why I'm looking at closed for the isolation) and will be using with an IPhone.

 

[MetsFan]

Would the DT 880's be a good choice here? Looking for some suggestions....thanks.

 

[matthewh133]

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Would the DT 880's be a good choice here? Looking for some suggestions....thanks.

No they are open.

 

[BmWr75]

DT770s are closed back.

 

[funkle]

I'm very happy with the Denon D2000. They're comfy, and I'm loving how they sound. They sound OK with an iPhone, but really come to live with an amp. I'm planning on bringing them on my next flight, but will probably get a portable amp.

 

[irishsammy]

I second the D2000 recommendation.  I use mine at home with a Matrix M-Stage and at work with one of Gary's PA2v2 portables and the comfort is only 10% of why I keep them on my head for as long as possible. 

 

[MetsFan]

Appreciate the feedback, do the D2000's fit well on a big head? 

 

[1Time]

FWIR, yes and the fit of the D2000 is adjustable.
 
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Appreciate the feedback, do the D2000's fit well on a big head? 

 

[shane55]

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Appreciate the feedback, do the D2000's fit well on a big head? 

While I found them uncomfortable (narrow head), I understand that for wider heads the SRH840 is very comfortable. Very good sound, but slightly lacking heavy bass. Otherwise a fairly neutral (though mid-centric) sound.
 
The DT770 is extremely comfortable (as are all Beyers of this style), but make sure that you go for the 600 Ohm version if you do.
 
The Denons are extremely comfortable as well, but on me fit a bit loosly and are not known for sonic isolation.
 
shane
 

 

[MetsFan]

Toss-up now between the DT770 and the D2000...anyone have experience with both? Also, if they require an amp, any suggestions?
 
Appreciate the advise, very helpful forum.

 

[Cal]

I have the dt770, dt880, and dt990. That should say something about how comfortable they are since they are basically the same cans.
 
The dt770 pro are 80 ohms. My iPhone drives them fine (not ideal, but no complaints). If you don't find the iPhone alone good enough, look into the FiiO products, such as the E1 and E5. For the price, I've heard you can't be disappointed. My friend is using the E1 to drive his dt880/250.
 
Both my dt880 and dt990 are 600 ohms. I've never tried to drive them with my iPhone, so I couldn't tell yah if the iPhone itself will suffice.

 

[matthewh133]

It doesn't trust me. I've tried running DT770s off an iPhone for kicks and the results aren't pretty. Same with even a high end sound card. They need much higher amplification.

 

[shane55]

I have had the DT770 in both 250 and 600 Ohm. Not so great out of iPod. I have not tried a lower ohm version.
The D2000 was just fine (drive- wise) out of the iPhone. Better (no, duh) amped, but they are very easy to drive.
 
shane