[rebelinho]

Hi there, how's it going? I hadn't logged in for three years but the need for an upgrade brought me back.

I've had a pair of Takstar Pro80s for 3 years now, and they're great. Comfortable, with Brainwavz pads they just have no competition in that matter. Sound is pretty good, but I want more.

Considering I live in Portugal and prices here are higher (and availability lower), I want something that fits all of these criteria from this website https://www.thomann.de/pt

- closed
- 100% over ear
- under €250
- highs must not be too bright
- warm signature, with good bass. NOT basshead cans like Denon
- if possible, this is quite important and might be a deal breaker, changeable earpads

these are the options I found:

- €299 https://www.thomann.de/pt/ultrasone_performance_880.htm
- €239 https://www.thomann.de/pt/beyerdynamic_dt_770_pro_ltd_80.htm
- €213 https://www.thomann.de/pt/roland_m_100_aira_headphone.htm
- €175+20 https://www.thomann.de/pt/beyerdynamic_custom_studio.htm
- €161+20 https://www.thomann.de/pt/fostex_t40rp_mkiii_headphone.htm
- €139+20 https://www.thomann.de/pt/beyerdynamic_dt770_pro80_ohm.htm
- €138+20 https://www.thomann.de/pt/beyerdynamic_dt_770_pro_32_ohm.htm

Which one might suit my needs best? Any other options I should be looking into?

 

[PurpleAngel]

Soundmagic HP150.

 

[rebelinho]

Soundmagic HP150.

Ah, completely forgot about them. I actually thought about getting them when I first bought the Takstar.

I can also get refurbished A900X from Thomann, but I've read they're a bit too neutral. What are your experiences with them?

 

[PurpleAngel]

Ah, completely forgot about them. I actually thought about getting them when I first bought the Takstar.

I can also get refurbished A900X from Thomann, but I've read they're a bit too neutral. What are your experiences with them?

The Audio Technica ATH-A900X was at one time my preferred headphone, for all audio, at my computer.

 

[buke9]

Soundmagic HP150's good at this price.

 

[serman005]

+1 on the SoundMAGIC--really good and definitely a step up from the very good Pro 80.

 

[rebelinho]

The Soundmagic HP150 would cost me around €110, shipping included, with the current sale on soundmagic's website.

I've also found the Sony MDR-1AB for around €140 in portuguese physical stores. I've read some very good reviews about these, would they be a good option?

 

[serman005]

The Soundmagic HP150 would cost me around €110, shipping included, with the current sale on soundmagic's website.

I've also found the Sony MDR-1AB for around €140 in portuguese physical stores. I've read some very good reviews about these, would they be a good option?

I think the HP150 is a step up. That's just my take on things.