[AzuAzu]

Hi guys,
 
I recently made the switch from IEMs to full sized cans, and started with a pair of HP-DX1000s.
 
I quite like how the DX1000s sound, but want to see the difference compared to open cans.
 
Genres I listen to:
Acoustic, Vocals mainly, but some pop and rock from time to time.
 
I've sort of narrowed it down to these, but can't quite make the final decision:
 
Audeze LCD-3
HD800
AKG K812
 
or these more wallet-friendly ones:
 
Beyer T90
HD700/600/650
AKG K701
 
 
Going to be driven from:
 
PC -> HRT microstreamer -> Asgard 2
Phone -> FiiO E18/iBasso D-Zero
 
Although I don't really have a budget limit, I'd rather not buy a whole new set of DAC+Amp etc, so I guess I'm looking for a pair that will do decently with my current gear.
 
Any input would be great, Thanks!

 

[KG Jag]

The HD 800 is the best can on your list,especially if you value accuracy/neutrality.  You should give this a good look:
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/634201/battle-of-the-flagships-58-headphones-compared-update-audeze-lcd-2-revision-2-6-4-13

 

[davidsh]

Maybe look into stax territory, sounds amazing with most acoustic stuff and live recordings. Just a fairly basic system might do.
 
Yeah, hd800 as well.

 

[SP Wild]

  Hi guys,
 
I recently made the switch from IEMs to full sized cans, and started with a pair of HP-DX1000s.
 
I quite like how the DX1000s sound, but want to see the difference compared to open cans.
 
Genres I listen to:
Acoustic, Vocals mainly, but some pop and rock from time to time.
 
I've sort of narrowed it down to these, but can't quite make the final decision:
 
Audeze LCD-3
HD800
AKG K812
 
or these more wallet-friendly ones:
 
Beyer T90
HD700/600/650
AKG K701
 
 
Going to be driven from:
 
PC -> HRT microstreamer -> Asgard 2
Phone -> FiiO E18/iBasso D-Zero
 
Although I don't really have a budget limit, I'd rather not buy a whole new set of DAC+Amp etc, so I guess I'm looking for a pair that will do decently with my current gear.
 
Any input would be great, Thanks!

If you're coming from DX1000's which I heard and instantly thought I preferred these over my D7000s...the HD650/Audeze house sound is for you.

 

[davidsh]

Unless he wants to try something new.
The dx1000 does indeed sound very very good. I really liked them when hearing them.

 

[AzuAzu]

Thanks for the replies guys, decided to go with a pair of HD800s. Got it in a bundle with a burson soloist too.
 
I might try the audeze and stax range later on too.

 

[davidsh]

Congratulations, I think the hd800 will compliment your dx1k well.