[Wiimote007]

I listen to Electro-pop, Rock, R&B, Classical sometimes, and Techno.

I want a comfortable set of cans (Full size and closed would be prefered) to use straight out of my ipod. I would be using them on the way to school, at home through my laptop, and on transit.

I would like best sound quality to take the most important spot, then Isolation and sound leakage protection as well.

I've been looking at the SRH750 DJ's, SRH440/840's, or even the Sony XB-700's.
I know its open, but I've also been interested in the Sennheiser HD485's slightly.

Please comment with your ideas on the best set of phones for me, and if you have other suggestions, let me know! Thanks so much Head-fi.

 

[widge34]

I Can thoroughly recommend the Shure 440's. I've had them a month now. The sound is superb they run easily from my iPod Touch and my Nokia 5800. They are also comfortable.

 

[Acix]

You can add the GMP 8.35 to the list at 149.00 € + shipping. Here is the link: GMP 8.35 D Monitor - GermanMAESTRO Shop

 

[Wiimote007]

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Originally Posted by Acix /img/forum/go_quote.gif You can add the GMP 8.35 to the list at 149.00 € + shipping. Here is the link: GMP 8.35 D Monitor - GermanMAESTRO Shop

I've been lurking a while and I notice you recommend that set of cans to EVERYONE (Pretty much)

Anyway, I'm looking for the price in canadian being lower than $159, if its in euro's then it's way over budget.

So are the Srh440's better then all those other ones I listed?

 

[loopfreak]

When Acix recommend gmp Im there with hd 25 1 as portable !

They are above your price range but its discount time so think that you could get them for much less !
And one more time
senn hd 25 1is ultimate portable 'phone !

 

[Wiimote007]

I've heard of those, but I'm not much of a fan of their look.. And the cable I think is still a bit long for walking around and stuff..

 

[yeahman68]

Don't forget to check out the ATH-M50's.

 

[hurryup]

I believe my cans are the best if found in new condition like I did.

 

[tribestros]

Sennheiser HD428

 

[Wiimote007]

So I lowered it down to the ATH-M50's, the SRH440's and the Sennheiser HD448's.

Which is best for me? Any other suggestions?

 

[archimeaties]

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Originally Posted by Wiimote007 /img/forum/go_quote.gif So I lowered it down to the ATH-M50's, the SRH440's and the Sennheiser HD448's. Which is best for me? Any other suggestions?

You and me both!

(except the M50 is out of my budget...)

check this out:
Right Between Your Ears » A Review of Four ~$100 Sealed Headphones: Denon AH-D1001, Sennheiser HD 448, Shure SRH440, and Sony MDR-V6 – Part 1.

Although, my needs are home and portable for student with an ipod, so I wont be following that to the letter...

 

[Bilavideo]

Grado SR-125
Grado SR-80 with cushion upgrade
Grado SR-60 with cushion upgrade and screen removal

 

[Wiimote007]

I'm not too interested in Grado's, I've been hearing mixed things about them.

And I'm looking at the review now, if there are anymore suggestions or tips, please post

 

[tribestros]

Any Grado model is far superior to the one's people are recommending for you. The SR60i has about a $200 sound in a $80 package. However the thick midrange Grado sound is only for a certain taste that's why the jury is split. I would not recommend the HD448 because they need a powerful amp to power them. My HD428 have a plethora of hard hitting bass, clean mids, and crystal highs. They isolate well and look nice, best part about it, don't need an amp to perform at their best.

 

[Acix]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wiimote007 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I've been lurking a while and I notice you recommend that set of cans to EVERYONE (Pretty much) Anyway, I'm looking for the price in canadian being lower than $159, if its in euro's then it's way over budget. So are the Srh440's better then all those other ones I listed?

You can try to get some used Ultrasones.