[Gradofan2]

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Originally Posted by tdogzthmn /img/forum/go_quote.gif Do anyone ever listen without the grill covers on? I have done from time to time and I cant say I notice a difference. I prefer the stock 580 covers over the 600 ones. They have a unique, almost art deco style to them. As for sound quality, I can see one being better than the other. Try listening without the grills and see if you notice anything.

I don't know... whether they make a difference, or not. I assumed they provided less air flow restriction... but... maybe not enough to tell any difference in their sound. I just prefer the "look" of the HD580s with the HD600 grills and the Beyer head band cover - the best looking Senns from my perspective, except possibly for the O60/O90s.

And... after... I found that mine sound identical to the "new" version HD650s I had... and... are the best sounding Senns I've had... I decided, my modded HD580s were a huge bargain at $180.

 

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Originally Posted by gurusan /img/forum/go_quote.gif I use a Beyerdynamic DT770 headband wrap and it is more comfortable and looks better than the stock hd580 pad

where did you find the beyer headband wrap?

cheers

 

[Gradofan2]

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Originally Posted by smallcaps /img/forum/go_quote.gif where did you find the beyer headband wrap? cheers

Mine came on the phones.

But... you can buy it from Beyer direct. I don't know the model number. But... if you do a search, on this forum you'll find it. Or... you can just email Beyer and ask them. It's not expensive - about $15 I think? Though, you do have to remove the Senn pads to apply it.

 

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Originally Posted by Gradofan2 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Mine came on the phones. But... you can buy it from Beyer direct. I don't know the model number. But... if you do a search, on this forum you'll find it. Or... you can just email Beyer and ask them. It's not expensive - about $15 I think? Though, you do have to remove the Senn pads to apply it.

cool thanks for the info. it does look pretty cool!

 

[lastdodobird]

Will the HD580 work decently unamped? Straight from the iPod? Or at least with a FiiO E3?

 

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Originally Posted by lastdodobird /img/forum/go_quote.gif Will the HD580 work decently unamped? Straight from the iPod? Or at least with a FiiO E3?

it will work unamped and out of the e3 and should still provide a satisfactory listening experience. with a proper amp tho, the hd580's really shine.

if you are on a budget, getting a pair of hd580's first and enjoying them without an amp is very possible. just know that when you do decide to get an amp, your hd580's will benefit very much and it will be like having new headphones again.

 

[lastdodobird]

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Originally Posted by smallcaps /img/forum/go_quote.gif it will work unamped and out of the e3 and should still provide a satisfactory listening experience. with a proper amp tho, the hd580's really shine. if you are on a budget, getting a pair of hd580's first and enjoying them without an amp is very possible. just know that when you do decide to get an amp, your hd580's will benefit very much and it will be like having new headphones again.

Great help! That was exactly what I was planning to do... Look for a pair of HD580's and then save up for a decent amp.

Just for future reference, what budget portable amps work well with the HD580?

 

[lastdodobird]

BTW... How is metal with the HD580 on a scale of 1-10? 1 being absolutely not recommended... 5 being tolerable... 10 being totally recommended?

 

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i don't listen to metal so unfortunately i can't comment. regarding amps, i enjoy the ibasso d10 very much with my hd580's. i am sure there are a few other moderately priced portable amps that push the hd580's adequately.

 

[mutzz]

just joined the club. was wondering if i could wash the pads. the one that sits on your skull.

 

[cswann1]

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Originally Posted by mutzz /img/forum/go_quote.gif just joined the club. was wondering if i could wash the pads. the one that sits on your skull.

I've never tried to wash mine, but if I did: I'd take a wet washcloth and either put a little liquid laundry detergent or some Resolve carpet and upholstery cleaner on it. Blot the headband cushions with the washcloth and then let it air-dry overnight.

 

[tdogzthmn]

There are a few threads about washing the pads, they are easy to digg up.

As for metal on the 580, I would say its good but its not as well suited to the genre as some grados would be. I have never really listened to any music and been disappointed with my 580.

 

[cswann1]

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Originally Posted by tdogzthmn /img/forum/go_quote.gif I have never really listened to any music and been disappointed with my 580.

Big x2 for that statement!! I listen to my HD580's on just about everything and they are well suited as a fantastic all-around set-o-cans.

This is something you don't read too much about, and this holds true for the 580/600/650 Senns, but I do a lot of listening while stretched out on a sofa with my head resting on a cushion. The oval shape of the cups makes them better for this, because round cups hit the cushion and want to push them forward on my head. The Senn's narrow shape keeps them positioned on my head better.
I'm not all that hard to please when it comes to headphones. I can overlook weaknesses as long as they are not really annoying (or fatiguing) and comfort is really a priority for me. The Sennheisers are at least as comfortable as anything else I own, if not more.

 

[steven_1026]

Just joined the club! All I can say about these cans is smoooooooooooth. I think my upgraditis has been cured... I hope.

 

[Gradofan2]

As I may have noted earlier in this thread... they're especially good with... the SA8001, or M24 CDP/DACs and Millet MiniMax, or WA6 amps... and a silver cable.

So... much so... that I doubt you'd ever want to upgrade - they do everything so well!