[cb3723]

NOT TOP 10, BUT STILL RECOMMENDED!

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Drivers: 40mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 8Hz-30kHz

Sensitivity: 115dB

Impedance: 95 ohms

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Drivers: 40mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 20HZ-20KHZ

Sensitivity: 110db

Impedance: 32 ohms

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Drivers: 40mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 20Hz-23kHz

Sensitivity: 110dB

Impedance: 16 ohms

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Drivers: 40mm

Form: On Ear

Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz

Sensitivity: Not Specified

Impedance: 32 ohms

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Drivers: 40mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 10Hz-20KHz

Sensitivity: 110db

Impedance: 64 ohms

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Drivers: 50mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 5Hz-30KHz

Sensitivity: 107db

Impedance: 32 ohms

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Drivers: 50mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 10Hz-22kHz

Sensitivity: 100dB

Impedance: 24 ohms

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Drivers: 50mm

Form: On Ear

Frequency Response: 3Hz-28kHz

Sensitivity: 106db

Impedance: 24 ohms

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Drivers: 57mm

Form: On Ear

Frequency Response: 5Hz-20kHz

Sensitivity: 108dB

Impedance: 64 ohms

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Drivers: 57mm

Form: On Ear

Frequency Response: 5Hz-30kHz

Sensitivity: 107dB

Impedance: 64 ohms

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Drivers: 50mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 5Hz-32kHz

Sensitivity: 115dB

Impedance: 32 ohms

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Drivers: 53mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 5Hz-35kHz

Sensitivity: 106dB

Impedance: 68 ohms

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Drivers: 50mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 10Hz-20kHz

Sensitivity: Not specified

Impedance: 32 ohms

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Drivers: 40mm

Form: On Ear

Frequency Response: Not specified

Sensitivity: Not specified

Impedance: Not specified

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Drivers: 89mm

Form: Over Ear

Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz

Sensitivity: Not specified

Impedance: 8 ohms

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Drivers: 50mm

Form: On Ear

Frequency Response: 6Hz-40kHz

Sensitivity: 106dB

Impedance: 32 ohms

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[goldenSHK]

So we already know that one summit-fi headphone (TH900) is bass cannon status which is fantastic. I am wondering if anyone has tested the LCD-2 yet (aka "Planar King of Bass" as claimed on head-fi). Maybe they can play in the same ballpark as the TH900 and SZ2000? 

 

[DisCHORDDubstep]

pillow pads lol... Plus change the pads on the sz1000...

 


You can, but the average person just wants to look at a list and have the headphones work right off the bat.

we keep saying change the pads. Hbb says change the pads and its the #1 hands down.

 

[DisCHORDDubstep]

Add the JVC HA-M55X to the rec. List.

 

[chillaxing]

 

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TOP 10 for August 2014 ​

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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1. J.V.C HA-SZ2000 

 
 
 
 

Driver size: 55mm "Sub-woofer"/ 30mm CNT

Impedance:16 Ohm
Amp Headroom: Exceptional +30dB @45Hz
EQ: Needs
Genre' (anything)
Weakness: Veiled , Poor stock pads.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Vid 1  Vid 2

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2. FOSTEX TH900

 

Driver size: 50mm dia Nd magnet

 
Impedance 25 Ohm
Amp Headroom: 
EQ: Needs (raise bass only)
Genre' Anything
Weakness:...Price?

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
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3. FOSTEX TH600

Driver size: Driver:50mm dia Nd magnet / bio-dynamic diaphragm

  Impedance 25 Ohm
Amp Headroom: 
EQ: Needs (raise bass only)
Genre' Anything

  Weakness:.

 
 
 
 
 

 

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4. J.V.C HA-SZ1000

 
 
 
 

Driver size: 55mm "Sub-woofer"/ 30mm CNT                                                                                                        

 

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Impedance 16 Ohm
Amp Headroom: Exceptional +30dB @45Hz
EQ: Needs
Genre' (anything)
Weakness: less veiled than sz2k but veiled , Poor stock pads.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

vid  vid2

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5. Sony XB1000

 
 

 

 

 

Driver size: 70mm Mylar (PET) 

Impedance 24 Ohm
Amp Headroom: ?
EQ: Needs 
Genre' (HipHop/EDM/?)
Weaknessillow pads absorb too much of the hit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
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6. Sony XB700

 


 
 

Driver size: 50mm Mylar (PET)

Impedance 24 Ohm
Amp Headroom: Good +18dB @45Hz
EQ: Needs
Genre' (Hip-Hop/EDM)
Weakness: Pillow pads absorb too much of the hit. 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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7. JVC HA-MR77x

 
 

 

 

Driver size: 57mm Mylar (PET)

 
Impedance 46 Ohm
Amp Headroom: Good/Great 16-20dB @45Hz
EQ: Needs (to raise mids)
Genre' (Hip-Hop)
Weakness: mids sound like ass.


 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
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8. HPH Yamaha Pro 500

 

 
 

 

Driver size: 50mm Mylar (PET)

 
Impedance 32 Ohm
Amp Headroom: ?
EQ: Needs (raise bass only)
Genre' (Anything)
Weaknessad size (shallow)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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9. V-Moda M100

 

 

Driver size: 50mm Mylar (PET)

Impedance 32 Ohm
Amp Headroom: (?)
EQ: Needs (raise bass only)
Genre' (Anything)
Weakness:stock pads shallow  


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

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10. ATH - PRO 700MK2

 
 

 

 

Driver size: 53mm  Mylar (PET)

 
 
Impedance 38 Ohm
Amp Headroom: ?
EQ: Needs (raise bass only,?)
Genre' (Hip-Hop/EDM/?)
Weakness: Pad depth. Different pairs very different sound?

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

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HARDWARE USED 

 
 
DAP: COWON iAudio10
 
EQ:
5 Band (Flat)
 
JetEffects :
BBE+8
Mach3Bass +9
Volume: 34

 
 
 
 
AMP: FiiO e12
 
Bass Boost "on"
Gain switch "on"
Vol 50-60%

 

* All cans tested using identical hardware and setting by 2 different Head-fi'ers  besides Yamaha Pro 500
 

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Tracks used

 
 

 
An additional Bass mega mix created by cb was used for a final battle between the sz2k and the TH900
 
 

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Notes & Thoughts

 
 
 
Never saw the "TH" Bash brothers coming. I have heard and been impressed but it took an owner to put them through the motions to confirm that they are not only epic audiophile cans they have enormous low end power.
If you're a basshead and want your cake (bass) and eat it too (Hi fidelity sound along with it)...the TH series wait for you...and your money

 
 
Every can on this list is owned by a single owner and were compared in exactly the same manner. On the ear to confirm what the Paper test shows. That's a nice visual to enjoy. The settings were identical. Personal bias was overcome. I know 1 user who would have loved to have seen those hand glazed cups at #1. Never think this is about anything but bass. Lotta work and communication goes on that you never see.  Most thought out comprehensive, accurately compared list of bass cans on the internet by a very wide margin.
 
Enjoy.
 

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This is a collection of the hardest hitting cans. Nothing more.
There are no links provided. We do not do sales by proxy. Find your own links.
You proceed with the knowledge that nothing is better than a personal listening experience.

 
 
Wow,  like 2 highly skilled ninja assassins.  The Fostex bros tried to take over the land of bass overnight.  They would have succeeded if it wasn't for the king of bass, the sz2000.
 
 
 

 

[DisCHORDDubstep]

Wow,  like 2 highly skilled ninja assassins.  The Fostex bros tried to take over the land of bass overnight.  They would have succeeded if it wasn't for the king of bass, the sz2000.

CB3723 isn't the only one with PhotoShop skills... king of bass... Of hearts lol.

 

[chillaxing]

CB3723 isn't the only one with PhotoShop skills...

king of bass... Of hearts lol.

 
 
lol thanks dischord.  i had all these visuals and pics in my head that went with the post but couldn't post it.  No photoshop and no photoshop skills = fail

 

[Hawaiibadboy]

   
 
Wow,  like 2 highly skilled ninja assassins.  The Fostex bros tried to take over the land of bass overnight.  They would have succeeded if it wasn't for the king of bass, the sz2000.
 
 
 

Well they qualify for "Ninja" since I never saw them coming

 The attack for the crown was so legit a special battle was made just to try and hold onto the throne. That they made the list was a surprise . That the bigger brother with a basshead test slope and track gave the sz2k a very good run ...the best so far was a jaw dropper. WOW.
 
 
 

Heavy is the Crown​

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Just barely made it this time​

 

[cb3723]

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[Hawaiibadboy]

 

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That is beautiful.
 
If J.V.C. would pay the fees they should get the permissions to use this...screw the rappers (and I'm a die hard Hip Hop head)...that gladiator angle is awesome!!
Nice work bro!!

 
 
 
P.s., didn't use the spoiler on purpose!!!!!

 

[DisCHORDDubstep]

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nice pic man... That's beautiful.

 

[YoDonny]

Sorry for the delayed response. Never had time to respond with all this work. I don't use a external amp because i can't be arsed to carry around anymore in my pocket other than my wallet, keys, and phone. I'll drop some change for one in the winter when i have more pockets haha. Don't want to be wired so much either.
 
The previous models are probably better yes, but i'm basing my opinion from a price-to-enjoyment standpoint. Right now XB500's are $83 used, XB700 $160-180 used, and XB1000 $390. I got my XB800s after a couple of weeks of research on here a year ago between the XB series and other bass headphones. Only spent $50 bucks and i feel like i got what i paid for and then some. Not to mention for a daily pair of headphones, they are withstanding the test of times. I use them whenever i'm playing singleplayer games or don't want to be bothered to talk on my xbox as well and i get pretty good results as well. 
 
Here's a screenshot of my settings
 
http://i.imgur.com/iIlbde8.png

 

[YoDonny]

My posts have to be approved to be posted so i can't edit it right now, but i approved of the Krakens. I owned a pair earlier this year and @ $30 bucks, they are a bargain for sure. Crappy quality design however. Mine broke 3 months into ownership before i had to buy a new pair.
 
Edit: opps i thought it would be awhile before it would get approved and i can't figure out how to delete this and move it to the other post. Sorry ahead of time!

 

[Hawaiibadboy]

  My posts have to be approved to be posted 

Yo Donny
Fuggedaboutit!!
That sounds like you gotta fugazi kinda deal!

 
 
This thread is by 2 former banned users who found the lord/read/the rules/got their **** squared away/make an epic plan to take over the entire site.

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can you fly

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I'm using and amp/DAP strapped and piggy backed. It's easier than fumbling with an ipod in my pocket

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[DisCHORDDubstep]

Yo Donny
Fuggedaboutit!!
That sounds like you gotta fugazi kinda deal!


This thread is by 2 former banned users who found the lord/read/the rules/got their **** squared away/make an epic plan to take over the entire site.

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can you fly​

I'm using and amp/DAP strapped and piggy backed. It's easier than fumbling with an ipod in my pocket

I'm thinking you are referring to CB... But didn't i introduce CB to you in the first place? Either way, I'm just glad I can contribute to the bass... I've got a pair of 40mm cans coming. Getting them by next week at the latest. Maybe a battle of the 40mm cans is in order? Or should we just stick to the big boys for bass battles? I was thinking kraken Vs... Dun da dun!... Logitech UE6000's. There's the 40mm can. Anyways, is a kraken VS UE6000 battle approved? Maybe the other 40mm's could join in on the carnage. Have the perfect sound dido's (does anyone even have a pair here?) and the beats pros, sennheiser HD 8 DJ, M-Audio Q40's, beats mixr, and whatever else 40mm cans there are.