Which cans to get!?

[wolfeinstein]

i'm looking for a headphone Around a $100 mainly for games,movies and some music!
I'm debating between these: Sennheiser HD555, Audio-Technica ATH-A500 what do you guys think and what other headphone do you recomend for around a $100
thx

 

[qazwsx]

If you like a warm sound with your music you definitely can't go wrong with the HD555. Good, warm, balanced sound with good soundstage and imaging for your movies and games.

 

[eightbitpotion]

I was faced with this exact decision a few months ago...I ended up going with the HD485s because they're much warmer sounding than the HD555s....which was ideal for movies mainly. I posted a mod on here a while back about the HD485s, and they're extremely competitive with the 555s once modded properly. The HD555s sound wonderful however, and highly recommend any of these headphones.

 

[wolfeinstein]

ok thx!
Mainly i will play games than watch movies and some music (not really into much music!)
I will check out the HD485's
Any other headphone recomendations?
Thx again.

 

[commando]

Will you be somewhere quiet, or will it be noisy or people around? That makes a huge difference. Open headphones sound better, but not if there's a lot of noise around you.

The headphone selection wizard on my website might help you out.

 

[cadobhuk]

I wouldn't go with hd555 based on what few of my gaming friends told me about them
I'd rather get sony sa5000 or denon d1000 or - the most well established between competetive players - senn hd280 pro

 

[wolfeinstein]

I will be in my room!
Well i'd say no to the HD 280 based on the negative reviews i've read about comfort!
I read awesome reviews about the hD 485 and it has detachable cord which is a +.

 

[commando]

280s are comfortable enough, I can wear mine for a couple of hours with no issue. If you're considering them think about the Sony V6.

 

[Chris_Himself]

havent heard the ATH A500s but i know they are closed and have some high end bass reproduction technique on their headphones

i have lots of firsthand experience with the HD555s and i can say they would be amazing for gaming.

if you want to block out sound i would go with the A500s simply because they are closed, the HD555s if you dont care.

also look at HD280s if you can. those are more of a DJ headphone than anything though, the coiled cord will tell you right away.

 

[wolfeinstein]

This is so creepy, as i read more reviews, more attracted i get to the higher end models that cost more $$$$$$ (bones) lol
I hate this!
How about the HD595? but i think im gonna go with the 555!
One more question, i currently have the Sennheiser PC151 would the HD 555 blow this away?
Thx

 

[fraseyboy]

Quote:

Originally Posted by wolfeinstein /img/forum/go_quote.gif This is so creepy, as i read more reviews, more attracted i get to the higher end models that cost more $$$$$$ (bones) lol I hate this!

Welcome to head-fi

 

[cadobhuk]

Neither hd555 or hd595 are bright or detailed for their price,so if you look for an advantage in multiplayer fps they wouldnt be as good as the other choices..You should give sa1000 and denon d1000 more consideration,based on the reviews I've read they're really really good for their price,have exellent detail and comfort.I'm not sure but d1000 might actually have a real leather earpads judging from the pictures,if thats the case its a serious aspect too - most velour pads flatten and most pleather pads peal,over time

 

[wolfeinstein]

well i pulled the trigger on the HD555 thx for the help!

 

[cadobhuk]

what made you choose them Im curious

 

[wolfeinstein]

Well, the 595 is about $70 more so i didnt want it, the 485 is not as good quality sound wise(what i read) the Audio technica ATH-A500 seemed good but so bulky and ugly looking (similar performance!) Grados not for what i need Movies and games and it is ugly and uncomfortable (what i read).
The sony v6 old technology might not work with games and movies!
The HD555 very comfy, recomended by many for gaming and movies, looks good(not as good as the 595) single cable design,open,$105 total price tag was just right.