[Marco2]

Hi,

I am looking for a headphone that takes the basic sonic character of the DR150's but improves on it. In particular I am looking to gain better soundstaging, with improved refinement , resolution and transparency.

I particuarly like the forward, full bodied nature of the DR150's.

I would prefer an open design but will consider closed designs. I would prefer to buy new and have a budget of £200, or there abouts.

I will be using them primarily with vinyl as the source and using the Headmaster on amplification duties.

I listen primarily to rock/metal but do also listen to many other genres too.

I would appreciate any advice, thanks in advance.

 

[Volta]

Bump- I'm in the same position as the OP is/was.

 

[Volta]

Bump...no clear upgrade path? (My DR150s are for sale btw)

I want a can with the DR150's bass extension and authority, but with a bit more clarity in the midrange.

 

[Volta]

bump?

 

[DHHZ]

Hi,
£200 would probably get you some SR-225s, which would go well with your rock/metal music. They are also forward which you would like, but they don't have much of a soundstage. A pair of K601s would also fit most of your criteria. I don't have any experience with these, but other threads seem to suggest that they are what you are looking for.
Daniel

 

[SleepyOne]

Ultrasone? Also maybe worth checking out Audio-Technica ath-ESW9 as well.

 

[Volta]

Quote:

Originally Posted by DHHZ /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hi, £200 would probably get you some SR-225s, which would go well with your rock/metal music. They are also forward which you would like, but they don't have much of a soundstage. A pair of K601s would also fit most of your criteria. I don't have any experience with these, but other threads seem to suggest that they are what you are looking for. Daniel

I used the SR225s for a long time. IMO, the Goldrings would be just as good, if not for the slightly recessed mids. What about MS2s?

 

[SleepyOne]

Think he got both of those already.