/hpg/ - Headphone General

>>59961297
anime of course

What do people consider to be the closed equivalent of the HD650?

File: 1492004654339.jpg (61KB, 977x752px) Image search: [Google]

61KB, 977x752px

Anime!

>>59961297
I honestly don't care as long as the headphones aren't Beats or those stupid cat ears.

>>59961334
I don't see headphones on those sluts.

http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/zmf-eikon-sealed-around-ear-headphones-measurements

Crap measurements from one of those "artisanal" cottage-industry retards with no formal training whose shit gets lapped up audiophools on Reddit, HF and SBAF.

>>59961595
Spot on. I'm glad those shitty headphones have finally been exposed.

File: 1487022166552.jpg (481KB, 934x1250px) Image search: [Google]

481KB, 934x1250px

>>59961297
Anime, i'm not even crazy for anime actually, but after years of anime + headphones i'm kindda used to it, i maybe it's just me, but i can remeber a bunch of these anime + headphone pics from Op, but the only ones without anime i remeber are shitposting ones.

>>59961297
Anime website.

Someone explain the rational of hi fi bass heavy headphones? The best bass heavy music was mastered in garbage quality and still is. It doesn't require high clarity $300+ headphones and ideally should be played from a high quality home speaker system or car speakers.

Any tips to make the 668b's more comfortable?

I've already got some new velour pads which definitely help, and I've been stretching them over an acoustic guitar to loosen the clamp.
The wings are still pressing down and causing down discomfort, despite my efforts to stretch them as well.

Also, my head is basically touching the metal bar. Am I doomed to not get along with these comfort wise?

It'd be a shame as I'm pretty happy with the sound.

>>59961297
Fuck anime

>>59961973
McGuyver the fuck out of the headband and bars. Throw on some foam and fabric on that bitch.

>>59962010
Could I simply remove the wings and put some kind of padded wrap around the metal bars?

I've seen the cloth wraps they sell, not sure if one would have sufficient padding to be comfy.

>>59961972
Bass heavy headphones are bass heavy on any music you listen through them, it doesn't necessarilly has to do with genre or how a song was produced.
For some reason a dude wants lots of bass on his rap/metal/classic/throat singing? Bass Heavy headphones are one way of doing the trick.

>>59962049
You can probably kill the wings if you wanted. I'm not sure if it'll kill the wiring or not

>>59961207
Which superlux model will let me steal her look?

>>59962117
681F or 681B

>>59961677
There will always be imbeciles who get fuzzy feelings from the romanticised image of an enthusiast "like them" moving on to make headphones, ignoring the research and engineering challenges that favour advanced mass manufacturing.

File: 1452927860237.gif (3MB, 200x150px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 200x150px

Hey /hpg/, anyone have any recommendations for the best wireless earphones <$60? I'll just be using them for working out and while out and about.

Are there any good headphones with a detatchable 3.5mm that wont rape my wallet? I'm really sick with how shitty and fragile headphones are. I've been through so many broken pairs. I go cheap because im not too concerned about quality and those break. Then I spend $200+ on a pair and they break in a week, How does /g/ deal with this shit?

>>59962268
What $200 pair broke in a week?

>>59962268
Cheapest I can think of is the Monoprice 8323. You can also look at various Superlux models like the 668B/669/662 EVO, SHP9500, Status CB-1/Somic MM185, NVX XPT100/HM5's. All of these are under $100

>>59962281
Audio Technica ATH-AD900X

I bought them a few years ago when the price was higher. I must be really unlucky with headphones.

>>59962268
Detachable cables are like one of the easiest mods you can do

Can't go wrong with AKGs

>>59962268
A bugdget would help a lot, headphones such as the V-Moda M100 or the Beyer Custom Pro are pretty sturdy, but might be expensive depending on how much you want to spend.

File: 49ekdv00259jp-5.jpg (89KB, 800x450px) Image search: [Google]

89KB, 800x450px

>>59962419
>tfw no beyer or senn JAVs

Anyone play with the V-MODA Crossfade 2 yet? Does the VAMP make a difference?

File: OSSIC-1.jpg (37KB, 600x403px) Image search: [Google]

37KB, 600x403px

what does /hpg/ think of the Ossic X headphones? Do you think it will truly be the next gen of sound technology or is all just a meme? Everyone is saying it's very impressive based off impressions but they don't get shipped out until July.

>>59962777
I'm inclined to agree with your trips, but seeing the Q701 disconnected while "in use" always kills my boner...

>>59962884
That + VR goggles would be very interesting.

>>59962884
>kicksta-
TRASHED

File: shure se425.png (39KB, 289x450px) Image search: [Google]

39KB, 289x450px

Are they any good? Or just snake oil?

About to cop a pair of etymotic hf5's. Am I making the right choice in that price range for iems?

>>59963122
It's alright.
>>59963153
If you want neutral and high isolation it's the best choice.

>>59963216
That's what I'm looking for. I would love to get the er4's but I don't have that kinda money.

And is the wire breaking problem really that big of an issue if I always put the earbuds in the case when not in use? I feel like retards are the ones breaking them.

>>59963340
>And is the wire breaking problem really that big of an issue if I always put the earbuds in the case when not in use?
It will be fine. For my personal unit I managed to strip the rubber from using the chin slider very often. But I've owned these IEMs for an eternity and they still work.

>>59961972
I recently subscribed to Monstercat gold, which provides the FLAC versions converted directly from the masters.
A lot of the EDM tracks definitely benefit from a good set of so called "hi-fi bass headphones"

>>59962251
pls respond :(

>>59963598
Sorry dude, not many here know cheap wireless, many here don't even approve of wireless in the first place, but bump again during the day, you might get lucky.

File: 1369450870711.gif (360KB, 500x420px) Image search: [Google]

360KB, 500x420px

>>59963637
Ah. Well thanks anyway, I'll try that.

I've been wanting to get some headphones. Been eyeing the HD600 and HD650, there's a guy near me selling the Schiit Modi 2 and Magni 2 for 130. As someone who listens to mostly rock would it be worth it. Past headphones were the ath m50x. They were ok but I've worn the pads out. What does /hpg/ recommend.

>>59963974
If you want more bass get the HD650

>>59963994
I wouldn't mind a little bass, but would like more clarity. What is the soundstage like, I get mixed answers online. Would the soundstage be worth it for overwatch and other shooters. And is the Amp/Dac stack worth it

>>59964122
HD600 has better clarity.

Soundstage for shooters is an audiophile meme, listening skills matter more than your headphone in FPS games.

That said the HD600 is generally perceived as having a small soundstage.

130 for both the amp and DAC seems to be a good price.

>>59964206
Alright thanks for the response. Think I'll definitely get the 600 for the clarity.

File: 1484633329455.jpg (92KB, 947x644px) Image search: [Google]

92KB, 947x644px

So hey /hpg/. Hoping to replace my broken headphones within the week. What do you suggest with this info?

Budget: 200$. Although I can go 300 if I can get a mic with it.
Location: USA.
Source: USB, but I have the normal input as well
Fullsized
closed
high comfort if possible. The less I feel it the better.
Past headphones: logitech g35 headphones

Looking for something that can act as a head set that gives great sound to go with a standalone mic for video capture and upload.

Right now I am using a cheap 20$ piece of crap that gives out constant static, so hoping to upgrade with your advice.

>>59964584
>I have the normal input as well
3.5mm or 1/4'?
>looking for something that can act as a headset that gives great sound with a standalone mic
Well do you want a desk mic or a mic that connects you the headphones via 3.5mm like a BoomPro?

>>59964697
>3.5mm

>Mics
I know how to work the first, but I'm willing to learn about the latter.

I am bar none new to headphones, audio, music, and this general. At my level of info you all seem like experts to me.

>>59964799
Well let's talk about the microphone bit. Would you like it attached to your headphones or have it sit on your desk?

>>59964896

Sit on the desk, but I can go with the headphone if the quality is good enough for recording.

>>59965218
BM-700/800 if you want a nice, cheap condenser mic otherwise grab a Samson Metor. The Meteor competes with the Blue Yeti.

>>59965253

Thanks! I'm already looking at them. Got any headset ideas to go with them?

I mostly game at home so closed full sized sets are what I use on average. Surround sound is needed as well as great quality.

And since I had a G35 I REALLY need something that isn't going to snap in my hands.

>>59965253
>>59965351

Sorry I mean headphones.
Thanks man I really thank you for the info.

>>59965351
>>59965366
7.1 Surround is just a gimmick. All you'll need is a good set of stereo heaphones with good soundstage and imaging (Spatial depth and accurate tracking from left to right). If the enviroment around you is relatively quiet, consider open backed headphones. If you absolutely need closed headphones, look into Brainwavs HM5's, DT 770 80 Ohm, Custom One Pro/Studios.

>>59963974
The 600 are better headphones imo but if you mainly listen to rock then I'd recommend the 650. The modi and magni together for 130 sounds like a steal. You will love that setup overall.

>>59962884
For now it's interesting. It could be amazing.

>>59965427

I thought the surround sound might be a gimmick. I can look into open backed headphones if you want to drop a name. I just prefer closed so I can hear only what comes from the headphone.

Then again I know nothing so everything you send is being looked at. Think I'll pair up the samson metor with the Brainwavs HM5 unless you have any other ideas. Here's hoping I can hear a foot fall in my games now.

I have to sleep now, but really. Thanks anon.
I hope I can someday solve a /r/ in your name.

>>59964122
The 600 has better clarity than the 650 and everything sounds more natural. The sound stage is pretty small but the positional accuracy is perfect, making them good for gaming.I haven't given a shit about sound stage since I got my 600's. It doesn't really matter when the headphone sounds so fucking good.

>>59965534
Under $100, there's Superlux HD 668B's/681(F/B), SHP9500's, 558/598's. There's also AKG K612/Q701/K712/K7XX but require an amp. These are all also Open-Back.

>>59961595
Eh it's not THAT bad from the plots. Certainly not a headphone I'd spend a money on but I can see peoples enjoying that sound signature.

What's going on around 1500 Hz? Someone wiser could shed some light on it.

File: ss+(2017-04-19+at+01.01.38).png (24KB, 844x310px) Image search: [Google]

24KB, 844x310px

>>59960729
>The 8 kHz dip is strange and makes no sense if based entirely on measurements. You need to work out the treble for yourself. If you got an average pair of ears and an average pair of HD 650s, you're gonna need something like a 5 dB boost between 6 and 9 kHz.

It's a 6 dB dip, but it's a narrow dip. That part of the EQ doesn't have that much of an impact on the overall sound, it just takes the edge off for my sensitive ears. I think my HD 650 sounds very nice set up like this. I guess that other graph might just make the change look more exaggerated. Maybe you'd like it too, if you heard how it sounds. I'll give it a try listening to it the way you mentioned, though

File: 14124346347.jpg (55KB, 412x529px) Image search: [Google]

55KB, 412x529px

Are PCI soundcards a meme?

I want to drive some 250ohm headphones but am poorfag and found a deal on a soundcard for 25 bucks.

File: stax.jpg (33KB, 600x600px) Image search: [Google]

33KB, 600x600px

Hey guys,
Asked in the other thread when it was approaching bump limit so didn't really get an answer, I have some IEMs and low end earbuds now and am looking for some headphones for home use:

>Budget
$100-200 USD
>Source
Laptop into JDS labs C5D, will be looking into a Fiio X3
>Type of headphone
Cans, open or closed but would probably prefer closed.
>Comfort level
Not really an issue, as long as it doesn't make my ears sweat with cheap vinyl pads
>Sound signature
Neutral and fast, I'm ok with a slightly forward midrange if it comes with lots of detail.
>Past headphones
Shure E2C, ME6 pro, Roland IEMs

The KEF M500, AKG K553 PRO and Fostex T50RP look good, but I seriously have no idea what I'm doing when it comes to cans.

>>59966244
It depends. Most of people here will tell you that they are a meme. I know of 1 pci soundcard that is a good deal (SC808) and one that is good but not a good deal (Xonar STX).
Xonar DX/D1 also used to be decent and is often sold for very cheap used.

>>59966312
The xonar D1 is actually the one I found the deal on. Is it decent? I'm not some hardcore audiophile or anything I primarily just want some more volume and bass on these.

>>59966331
It's decent but that's pretty much it. Don't expect too much or you are going to be disappointed. Also Asus drivers are fucking garbage and they never bother updating them. I actually have mixed feelings recommending it, because while it's not a bad soundcard, there is probably little difference between it and todays onboard audio cards. Frankly I think it would be better to save up for used fiio e10k if you are on a tight budget.

>>59966268
I literally just got a Stax set last week within your budget price. They're a bit forward in the treble, but that's most lambdas for you. This old one is less bad in that department than many others though. It's the japanese model they based the nova on, so more neutral than not.

Here's something similar. I think it's a Lambda 202 basic set. http://www.jauce.com/auction/d227559100

You can probably get it to your door for less than $200. Maybe less than $150 depending on how high the auction goes.

>Budget
Doesn't matter
>Location
New Zealand (but I'll probably buy online)
>Source
laptop/phone
>Type of headphone
full sized
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
>Would you be willing to accept less comfortable headphones if it meant better sound quality?
no, more comfortable would be better
>Sound signature
just normal is fine (ie not retardedly high bass)
>Past headphones
I've tried beats solohd or something before but they are too small for my head and were painful to wear for more than 5 minutes. And I found the bass to be too overpowering

Fulla v1 vs E10k?

>>59966543
Get the schiit.

>>59966543
Fulla 2. At that point do not cheapen out. Getting Fulla2 should ensure you won't need another amp/dac. The specs and connectivity options are that much higher vs e10k/fulla1.

>>59966438
>>Budget
>Doesn't matter

Sony MDR-Z1R

>>59966644
Can't afford it desu

>>59966674
It's just $25 difference you dumbass. Tell mom you will take trash out for 1 month in return for additional $25 pocket money. Or go to mcdonalds and flip burgers for a day. Or just save up by any other means.

>>59966894
I can get fulla for 110aud but fulla 2 is 165, is it really worth the extra? Neetbux doesn't pay much fám

>Budget
50€

>Location
Europe

>Source
PC

>Type of headphone
full sized

>Open or closed
Irrelevant

>Comfort level
As comfy as possible

>Sound signature
For gaming.

>Past headphones
chink shit

help a poor fag out

>>59966543
Do you need either?

>>59966968
HD558 or HD598. Probably used.

>>59966923
It's better and there is not that much of a price difference. But I guess it depends on your idea of value, and also from what I see there is bigger price gap in AUS than USD.
I usually prefer to buy once and buy good, than buy shit and buy twice, but it's really up to you. Not being a NEET would probably help

>>59966968
With 50€ all you can buy is chinkshit or look for used.
Go to /csg/ and look for superluxes, also make sure to order some pads with them.
Somic V2 are pretty nice in this price range.
But again, it's all chinkshit either way.

File: darkvoice.jpg (20KB, 355x318px) Image search: [Google]

20KB, 355x318px

Opinions on Darkvoice 336SE?

>>59967065
placebo

>>59967065
From the specs I could find, the valhalla has a much lower distortion figure.

>>59967095
Tubes are supposed to add distortion.

>>59967100
No, they're really not supposed to. Some dumb niggas design tube amps that do that, but they're doing it wrong.

>>59967111
You're wrong but ok.

first pair coming in a week (m40x)
d-did i do good

File: tracking.png (21KB, 321x202px) Image search: [Google]

21KB, 321x202px

>tfw waiting for my DT 880's to get delivered

>Budget
Upwards of $200, can go higher if a compelling enough argument is made for a pair
>Location
Canadia
>Source
Will be picking up a FiiO X5 III pretty soon
>Type of headphone
Full
>Open or closed
Closed, I much prefer an isolated soundscape
>Comfort level
Would like a decent level of comfort
>Sound signature
Warm or neutral. I want to hear the music as the artist intended it but I also really enjoy heavy bass, but not too heavy
>Past headphones
Just starting into high res audio, but was constrained by money at the time. Coming from Apple buds and a Logitech G430 headset

I had been eyeing the AT M50x but have been suggested to go with the M40x. Kinda unsure where to go from there.

I have the Sennheiser HD 800. I have reached the apex of existence, and these threads are no longer useful for me.

>>59968106
>not the HE-1060
>this poorfag doesn't have $55k to throw away on a toy to show off to his richfag friends

:^)

>>59966670
Absolute trash.
https://clarityfidelity.blogspot.com/2017/02/sony-mdr-z1r-over-ear-headphones.html

>>59966438
Ether C or wait for ÆON.

>>59968106
Did you mod them, what amp are you using?

>>59968308
>>59966670
ok how about really cheap

>>59962106
>I'm not sure if it'll kill the wiring or not
It won't. There isn't even any wiring. The headband is literally steel that conducts the signal. Tough as fuck too.

>>59962884
Could be very cool, but I doubt it'll be anything but overpriced.

>>59968619
XPT100
Did you expect people to recommend cheap headphones when you say price doesn't matter?

>>59968755
If I was rich enough to buy anything and everything, why would I need advice on what to buy?

File: Slides For Twirt copy.png (684KB, 1600x946px) Image search: [Google]

684KB, 1600x946px

>>59968803
Because there's no correlation between price and quality.

File: hipsterx cloud2.jpg (29KB, 500x500px) Image search: [Google]

29KB, 500x500px

My turtle beaches just exploded into a million pieces for no reason as I was peeling them off my heading and now I'M PISSED
So sick of buying pleb headphones. I'm stepping up my game.
I'm thinking about buying these HyperX Cloud 2's.

Yay or nay?

File: dethpostin.jpg (134KB, 500x880px) Image search: [Google]

134KB, 500x880px

>>59969221
I want to say bait, but seems too sincere.

Buy real headphones, from a real headphone manufacturer. Then buy a separate microphone.

>>59969240
yeah okay. I thank you for responding. But let's just say I have self diagnosed autism and I want a fucking microphone planted on my headsets because I'm a man-child who wants it all in one piece. Is this a good choice to tickle my pickle?

>>59957274
>48000 Hz and an amp with 96000 Hz
Do you understand what the sample rate is and what it gives?

>>59962778
>Sensitivity
>Audio pleb here, what does that mean?
How loudly they play at a constant input voltage. This also defines frequency response. K612 is a low sensitivity headphone so they might require additional amplification to be loud enough for you.

>>59967100
Absolutely not in hi-fi amplifiers. Some rare designs do that on purpose but only when you intentionally design your circuitry to distort. This isn't related to tubes. Triodes are simply a method used to amplify a signal just like transistors are. A good amplifier does so with minimal distortion. Tubes can easily do that.

>>59969221
Clouds are good. Decent value, too.

Look to purchase beyerdynamic dt990 pros, I'm assuming my fiio A5 can drive the 250 ohm ones no problem, but what about the 600? Anyone have this setup at all or something similar? Is the higher impedance even worth looking into?

>>59969263
alright fuck it. clouds it is. $99 down the shitter. hope they don't break on me senpai. I've lost all hope thanks to Turtle fucking Beach

>>59969257
If you do gaming and don't particularly care about the quality of audio, go ahead. There are options for getting a mic attached to proper headphones (magnet/velcro), but if you don't want to use hundreds of currencys, that'll work.

Qpad and Beyerdynamics did make a collaborative headset a few years back, was like a DT-770 with a microphone attached. Only if they didn't price them like 3 times as high as well..

>>59965678
>What's going on around 1500 Hz

Wouldn't be surprised if it was just crap tolerances. A man in his garage does not a high-precision miniature transducer make.

>>59969299
You guys are very informative. I should lurk this board more often.
order placed, going to sleep and forgetting about this shit until I wake up.

>>59969272
>fiio A5
It has max output at ~5,3 Vrms and 13 dB of gain in H mode, which is pretty good.
>higher impedance
Of course it drives them. Technically anything does. In the case of higher impedance DT990 models you just get lower sensitivity in return.
>worth looking into
I don't see a reason to.

>>59965678
>What's going on around 1500 Hz?
Obviously a resonance, looks about moderate Q. It is out of phase with the driver, producing some cancellation.
Looks like a structural resonance. What could be vibrating? The headband?

The midrange distortion is almost certainly a measurement artifact from the cancellation.

>>59969408
Thank you, I'll just go for the 250 ohm version then.

>>59966923
Neet here. Buy the fulla 2, you wont need another amp ever again. Just be a little patient. Or sell your arse for $30

>>59967804
>tfw you fucked up

You know which headphone you should have bought, and they come in two similar varieties.

>>59968106
would you describe them as a more detailed, bassy, wider version of the 600? sounds like god mode if true.

>>59969444
Not him, but what's wrong with the 880?

File: memes.jpg (291KB, 800x800px) Image search: [Google]

291KB, 800x800px

Are those just a forced meme or actually have good value to them? Everyone been sucking their dicks and my friend asked me if apple earbuds are good value and I want to recommend him something else.

>>59969478
It's not a 650 or 600. That's the problem.

File: 1446623623119.jpg (206KB, 1080x608px) Image search: [Google]

206KB, 1080x608px

>>59969444
>2.5 hours for the Snapheiser shill to show up

Wow, you're getting a little slack

File: ZMF_Eikon_Photo_InsideWDamping.jpg (161KB, 600x358px) Image search: [Google]

161KB, 600x358px

>>59965678
>Eh it's not THAT bad from the plots.
Yes it is. Worse than $80 headphones.

>>59969420
>What could be vibrating?
All the loose pieces of damping material.

File: snaphesiers.jpg (1015KB, 1763x1325px) Image search: [Google]

1015KB, 1763x1325px

>>59969900

>>59966268
>fast

This and the stax picture gave me a giggle.

>>59966438
>>Budget
>Doesn't matter
Sennheiser HE-1

>>59969221
There are better options in the headphones and separate mic category, but the Hyper X Cloud's are good, just not the Cloud 2's.

>>59961595
>how do you want your audio
>just fuck my shit up

whoever buys these deserves it really

For what purpose would you mess about with an equalizer? I just got a pair of gaming headphones that has a usb connection, with 7.1 surround, and when I listen to things with the equalizer as flat, things sound unclear, is this normal? It sounds a little better when I turn on the surround but it feels like its lacking something.

File: 61JcYeMnkzL._SL1335_[1].jpg (125KB, 1000x1335px) Image search: [Google]

125KB, 1000x1335px

What do you think of SHP9500?

>>59970218
You could have included a picture of an anime girl and made the headphones wireless for extra meme points.

>>59969536
Good. I use monks as my office headphones, as they don't make me look like a moron and allow me to hear if someone is trying to speak to me.
For $8 ($5 for monks and 3 for shipping) it's worth it.

>>59970238
But im being serious.

I just looked on the wiki now, turns out that /g/ doesnt recommend such a headset.

How bad did I fuck up?

>>59966268

DT250, MDR-V6, MDR-7506

>>59966438
DT770 Pro 80 ohm Limited Edition

>>59966543
E10K

>>59966968
SR850

>>59967065
Meme

>>59967890
DT770 Pro 80 ohm Limited Edition

>>59968106
Shit headphone

>>59970224
Pretty gud

>>59970305
You fucked up but it doesn't really matter much because most headphones are shit anyway

>>59970224
They're trusty as fuck

>>59970316
Jesus christ you're retarded.

>>59970305
You on the other hand just don't know better.

Your headphones sound like garbage because they are garbage. I'm sorry you wasted your money but music won't ever sound good coming through a 7.1 usb gaming headset. Just how things go.

Are the Roccat Syva worth buying? It's 20€ on amazon right now, my last in ears broke and I need some cheap new ones with a headset for my phone.

>>59970316
I'm willing to return and get something else, I would just need some recommendations, it's not too late to unfuck myself.

>Budget

$30 (maaybe 35$ at the most)

>Location

USA

>Source

I think this means connection type, USB or 3.5mm jack, will be using on the laptop mostly

>Type of headphone

IEM or full size? I just want this to go over the ear, not sure what IEM means

>Open or closed

Will take recommendations for both, will also like to know how sound quality changes between the two

>Comfort level

Pretty comfy, long periods of time, an overall of comfy and sound quality


>Sound signature

Overall I guess

>Past headphones

Apple earpods

Just purchased HD 800 S

SO GOOD

>>59970424
Portapros

>>59970424
>>59970458
This, or something Superlux.

Can get a Zalman clip on mic if you need one.

>>59970392
>Jesus christ you're retarded.
No you.
>>59970424
SR850
>>59970395
Get the cheap Panasonics

so exactly how is "soundstage" determined by the headphones themselves and not how the music you're listening to is mixed?

File: eikon v beats.gif (81KB, 650x425px) Image search: [Google]

81KB, 650x425px

>>59961595

why are they better?

>>59970218
Well, assuming you can't just return them, you just burned $whatever on absolute garbage.

Should have saved them for something decent, like some HD600.

>>59970621
>decent
>HD600

uh-huh

>>59970666
>>59970540
>>59970316
>>59969944

samefag?

smacks of autism

What's everyone's opinion on Audio Technica headphones?

>>59970424
>$35
Your budget sucks, sorry. Just save up money until you can afford *something*.

>go over the ear
Full sized.

>open or closed
Open sounds better/$ and is more comfortable. Closed isolates, so you can't hear your environment and the other way around.

>Sound signature overall I guess.
Neutral.

I'd say... save up a little and get HD558, HD598, HD599 or HD600 depending on budget.

Since you seem poor AF, I'd suggest second hand as an option.

>>59970458
>>59970498
>>59970525

Will probably get that zalman mic, but if you had to choose between the sr850 and the hd668b, which one and why? What major difference is there between these two? They both appear to be semi-open, which I don't mind.

File: e15e4cc711361dd347462a4e06a305e2.png (7KB, 342x173px) Image search: [Google]

7KB, 342x173px

>>59970720
nice try

>>59970666
Do you seriously think HD600 isn't decent?

If so, wtf is decent. Hell.

>>59961297
Shaven legged boys.

File: 1491753773908.jpg (138KB, 750x815px) Image search: [Google]

138KB, 750x815px

>>59970774
>tomorrow

>>59970540
Soundstage is a meme. Don't think about it too much.
>>59970621
>>59970725
Not everyone can afford HD600 you stupid fucking shill.
>>59970771
SR850 has velour earpads and are one of the best value in headphones at the moment, go with that.

>>59970771
SR850 has better stock comfort
668B has a detachable cable

>>59962884
>multi driver array

Is it really needed for positional audio?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oSlbyLAksM

>>59970424
For $40, there's Superlux HD 662 EVOs

>>59967804
Nice choice, hope you like it.

>>59970900
>>59970923

All right, i'll be getting the sr850 then, will probably order it after I come back from dropping off the gaming headset. Is there anything better than the zalman mic for a similar price?

>>59970617
Was for
>>59970525
>Get the cheap Panasonics

>>59970900
>Not everyone can afford HD600 you stupid fucking shill.
Not the same anon, but at its price, HD600 is pretty good, and overall it's certainly a good headphone to stretch the budged for, rather than settling for a temporary solution.

Another day, another time to ask

HD 650 or HD 599 for

4-8 hour comfort>games>everything else

Already have good shit for music and detail listening, just can't use it for several hours

>>59971381
Because it's cheap, comfy, durable, sounds decent and well reviewed.
>>59971445
>not the same anon
Good joke, you dumb shill.
>>59971486
HD650, Sennheiser gimps the HD5xx intentionally, I would rather buy a 'flagship' product than a midrange product.

>>59971486
HD600. HD650 is only almost-as-good, while costing more. Do not believe me? Go read/watch reviews of the two until you're sure which of the two you want.

But if you absolutely have to pick between those two, then HD650. HD600 series is a major improvement over the 500 series.

File: Screenshot_20170420-012555.png (757KB, 1280x720px) Image search: [Google]

757KB, 1280x720px

I need help IDing these headphones, thanks

>>59971525
+1 to that. At least learn enough about the headphones you're possibly getting to make an informed decision.

>>59971525
>>59971553
>>59971519
eh, the looks of the 600 makes me not want it right away. from what i'm reading i would probably prefer the sound of 650 over the 600s

just wondering also, which ones would let me hear footstep directions and shit best in games?

>>59971549
Beats.

>>59971576
HD600 but as someone that actually plays FPS at a very high skill level I'd like to say that your listening skills is what really makes the difference.

I play just as well on my $5 earbuds as I do on my $1000 headphones.

>>59971549
Beats without the logo.

>>59965627

I looked at the others, and went with the metor and the Brainwavs. Thanks for the advice anon! I think I'll like them both.

>>59971608
Could have gotten the XPT100's.
Same headphones for less.

>>59971595
oh, what do you play then? i'm in need of good headphones as i just got into top 500 for overwatch, and my speakers don't really let me focus properly as my current headphones do, but those are uncomfortable after one hour or so. i play a lot better when i can hear everything happening around me super clearly.

i'll probably be getting the hd 650 then once i can get some confirmations they're more comfy than hd 599s

>>59971656
I've stopped playing Overwatch, didn't make it into the top 500 but was Grandmaster anyway. Waiting for Quake Champions.

Speakers are difficult to play one but doable as the spatial cues (because of the room) are not as direct as headphones.

HD599 is more comfy than HD650/HD600, it's a newer design and it clamps less and has roomier earcups.

But I think the sound is shit but that's me, but even so it's still better than most headphones out there.

>>59970950
>Is it really needed for positional audio?
No you don't and from what I remember reading earlier it isn't used like that in the Ossic X, gladly. There was a thread on r/headphones about the design of these some months ago and a few interesting posts came up. From what I recall the Ossic X uses multi-driver array for beam forming in order to create more consistent response at the ear. This makes implementing the DSP more reliable and effective in the higher frequencies which vary greatly between individuals.

>>59971576
>just wondering also, which ones would let me hear footstep directions and shit best in games?
Neither. Headphones in general don't alter that on their own.

>>59971656
>once i can get some confirmations they're more comfy than hd 599s
That's subjective.

>>59971576
>the looks
Surely if they look better, they'll sound better?

HD600 are generally regarded as better than HD650 at reproducing lows, mids and highs. HD650 has a little more *strength* in lows in exchange for them sounding more bloated, less clear mids and weaker treble (they're often called "dark" headphones).

Unless you're a huge fan of strong bass, it's a no-brainer what you should go for.

>footstep directions and shit
I suspect you bought into the soundstage meme. What headphones with "soundstage" do is make everything appear farther away. This is regardless of the recording's original intent.

HD650 supposedly has slightly more "soundstage" than HD600, but it's not a blatant difference. I do not own both to compare.

>>59971656
>Comfy.
Out of the box, HD599 are likely to be more comfortable, if they are like the HD558/598, which seems to be the case.

HD600/650 are known to clamp hard in the beginning.

After a week or two of use, both headphones should be about the same comfort-wise.

When will Sennheiser stop using shitty cheap feeling plastic in their headphones?

>>59971770
When you lose your virginity.

File: 1472652373360.png (28KB, 186x208px) Image search: [Google]

28KB, 186x208px

>>59971778
but i've already lost it?

>>59971695
>>59971705
>>59971712
>>59971745
thanks a lot my dudes

>it's a newer design and it clamps less and has roomier earcups.

which is what will make me most likely keep them over hd650s if they prove to be not as comfy as i would like
i'm going to be ordering both 599 and 650 and send back whatever i don't like, it's proving to be hard to decide just from reading reviews and on here, wanted to avoid that in the beginning
if i keep the 650s i'll be ordering 600s and test those also

>>59971801
>i'm going to be ordering both 599 and 650 and send back whatever i don't like
Please don't abuse amazon returns.

Here's the thing, as I understand it, you've never had neutral-ish headphones before.

It's going to take you no less than a week to get used to it. It'll probably sound like crap to you until then.

Constantly switching between two headphones isn't going to help.

OK

I'm going to buy a new pair of headphones for my desk. I currently have audiotechnica ath-m30s but
>uncomfortablely squeezes my glasses
>cord is too long

I'm thinking about getting either of these headphones
>Bose Soundtrue II ($99)
>Grado SR60e ($79)

If somebody can tell me if he Grado cable is easy enough to manage without being detachable, that'd be great. Or if somebody tells me that the Bose is shit and not better than my m30's in sound quality, then please do so. I'm leaning towards the Bose but I'm worried if the sound quality is going to not be good enough

I do not need them to be portable

>>59971844
Neither bose nor grado are known to give you good performance/cost.

You should probably be looking at something like DT770, m50x, HD558, HD598, HD599 on that budget.

>>59971835
i do have the dt880s right now which i think have great sound but they are not comfortable for me after an hour, and i will keep using them for music/work most likely unless i prefer the new ones
not going to be from amazon but i promise to be careful just for you

>>59971801
Like the guy above said, don't abuse amazon returns. I'm banned on amazon.com and I use my gf's account to order stuff when I need it. I think I've returned like 20-30 items over the many years I've been using them on my original account. Some people have been banned for returning even lesser number of products.

There is really no point to ordering so many headphones (though this doesn't make sense coming from me).

If you want comfort, go for the HD599.

>>59971881
Get DT770 Pads, they'll help with the clamp

>>59971881
DT880 Pro? Not a fan of Pro beyers but Premium/Edition beyers are fine.
>>59971844
SHP9500

>>59971875
I'm looking to spend $99 flat or less. Can't really do better than that.

i'm skipping audiotechnica because their headphones are uncomfortable. end of story for them. I don't want to buy a pre-amp for my headphones so they need a low impedence. so no beyerdynamic

I have no experience with sennheiser, but something tells me I won't like them better than grado. the on ear is a guaranteed comfort for my glasses

>>59971875
>Neither bose nor grado are known to give you good performance/cost.
neither are sennheisers and meme50x

>>59971923
Definitely go for on ear headphones.
>>59971958
>hurr durr sennheiser is bad
u poor m8?

>>59972010
yeah. I'm going to to go a bose store actually right now and see if I can test out the Soundtrue IIs. I'm leaning towards them because of the detachable cable and less sound leakage (I'll be moving into a house with some friends in the coming weeks). So if they either sound bad or press on my glasses then I'll go with Grado

>>59972010
>u poor m8?
i own kilobuck headphones if it matters. dont really think it does though.

>>59971923
Over ear not a problem with glasses, unless your glasses aren't adjusted properly to your head.

I wear glasses, never had a problem. I know many who wear glasses and neither had a problem.

One of them did have an issue, got them adjusted properly to his head, and has had no problem since.

On ear press on your ears which can get very uncomfortable. I personally can't stand it.

>>59972090
he should get an on-ear headphone though, not all glasses are the same, we don't know his situation

FiiO e10k - €86
AKG K712 PRO - €244
Can I get a better sound for €330?

>>59972090
my glasses are properly fitted. they just have a thick frame.

I have a pair of bluetooth on ears from sony for the gym/traveling and I like them a lot. much more comfortable. I have small ears so pressure on them doesn't cause me pain too easily

File: icon.png (2KB, 48x48px) Image search: [Google]

2KB, 48x48px

>>59972123
You can get better sound for €0.

>>59972123
You'll need a better amp for them like a Fulla2/Magni2 or you can go cheaper and grab AKG K612's to make room for a better amp.

>>59972123
DT880 or HD600/HD650.

One more question before I pull the trigger on the sr850, how well will these work for gaming?

>>59972211
Very good, it's a rebranded Superlux and many poorfags use those for games.

>>59972211
>>59972233
Like the other anon said, they're very good for gaming. Sounstage is pretty damn wide and imaging is great for their price. I'm using Superlux HD 668B's right now and probably won't find a decent upgrade within $150.

Did I make a mistake in buying the DT880 rather than the X2

>>59972362
Are you black?

>>59972362
DT880 is a million times better than X2.

>>59972362
Depends on what you'd prefer, Clarity or Bass?

>>59972378
Yes, why does this make a difference?

>>59972414
Yeah you fucked up. Should've gotten an X2.

>>59972414
>Yes
Don't worry Tyrone DeMarcus Jamal, once you don't give in to your inner negro desires and enjoy the DT880 you'll be fine.

>>59972428
>>59972470
Why is /hpg/ racist?

>>59972490
>/hpg/
You mean 4chan?

>>59972490
Studies have shown that the enjoyment of low frequency notes is correlated with the amount of melanin in the skin.

>>59972378
>>59972470
>>59972523
>>/pol/

File: 1471765057988.jpg (93KB, 313x382px) Image search: [Google]

93KB, 313x382px

>>59972575
>doesnt know how to redirect properly

File: image.png (24KB, 178x178px) Image search: [Google]

24KB, 178x178px

>>59966268
>fast
What does a fast headphone sound like?

Apple spec inline controls don't work on android because apple modified TTRS for the sole purpose of making it apple only.
IIRC, all that they've done is introduce a mandatory resistor and change the orientation of gnd, l, r & mic.
In theory, could one open up the controls and remove the resistor, change the polarity and expect it to work in android?

Is it possible to buy a set of cushions to turn the Crossfade M-80 into over-ear? I can't stand on-ear

>>59971577
>>59971598

i hoped it wasn't the case, damn. thanks for the help bros

>>59962117
So now you gotta take a picture of you eating a sandwich with lettuce in your mouth, a hot beverage and your Superlux headphones.

>>59969937
>loose damping
That is not a plausible explanation. Loose, lossy material would not have any such Q associated, never mind at that frequency.

File: dd.jpg (51KB, 522x300px) Image search: [Google]

51KB, 522x300px

I currently use AKG K12-P's. Except they are black where it is orange (pic related).

No, in-ears do not fit right with my earcanal, and this design (pic related) is the only earphone design that stays put, and even then only with a foam-bud cover.

They're extremely good, but aren't sold anymore. Can anyone recommend a replacement on-par with these?

http://www.akg.com/pro/p/k12-p

>Budget
~100-150$ (max 250$)
>Location
Poland
>Source
Built-in sound card
>Type of headphone
IEM/Fullsize, don't have any preferences.
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
High, sound quality matters only slightly, not a meloman
>Sound signature
-
>Past headphones
Xiaomi Piston 3

>>59972944
ve monk plus

>>59972985
Thanks, I'll keep em in mind.

>>59972944
VE Monk+ with Expansion Pack

>>59973085
They are so cheap you could buy a couple of pairs for backup.

Have you tried different types of tips for IEMs?

>>59972966
NVX XPT100/Brainwavs HM5

>>59973178
Ok, I'm sold, but Aliexpress doesn't seem to accept PayPal. Why for the love of god.....

>>59973371
Aliexpress doesn't, VEclan does :)

>>59972010
>>59972035
I tried the bose on in store and holy fuck they were terrible
>loud bass
>completely muddied mids and highs
literal garbage. glad I went

going to do some more research on the grados before I pull the trigger but I bet I'll like them.

File: oldfashionedsass.png (57KB, 1043x689px) Image search: [Google]

57KB, 1043x689px

>>59973403

Holy shit. Their website has some oldfashioned yet contemporary sass. Just ordered a pair.

Thanks to everyone; /g/ still makes my day

Will an audio interface (in particular, the behringer UMC22) have much of an effect on audio fidelity with my M40Xs? I'm considering buying it just for my microphone, but it would be nice if it would provide a better output as well.

anything wrong with buying directly from sennheisers website? they're selling the headphones i want cheaper than any other store in the entire country

>>59973810
Shouldn't be. But you'll need to go through the whole account creation redtape.

>>59973585
>Will an audio interface (in particular, the behringer UMC22) have much of an effect on audio fidelity with my M40Xs?
not really

>>59972123
>>59972198
Never cheapen on the headphones "to make room for amps/dacs".

Get the headphones and use them without. You might not even need amp/dac and it's always possible to get them down the road.

>>59974139
This is good advice, the headphone is usually the biggest bottleneck in 99% of systems.

What difference are Comply buds supposed to make. I tired some and they seemed the same a regular earbuds to me.

help my girlfriend pick some cans

>Budget
$150ish
>Location
USA, Amazon Prime
>Source
PC/Phone
>Type of headphone
Over-ear
>Open or closed
Not closed. Semi/Open
>Comfort level
Should be okay for at least 2 hours at a time
>Sound signature
bass-heavy

>>59972123
With this sort of budget, you can probably afford to go HD600.

>>59974835
>bass heavy
At that budget, difficult unless you give up everything else and go closed.

>comfortable
Very difficult with bass heavy. Bass is inherently fatiguing.

File: 41fQPfkZoBL.jpg (25KB, 500x302px) Image search: [Google]

25KB, 500x302px

>>59961207
Steinberg UR12, or Focusrite Scarlett Solo? Considering Steinberg because of price, but can anybody attest to quality?

>>59973810
>cheaper than any other store in the entire country
Where are you at? As to your question no.

>>59974835
https://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-990-Premium-OHM-Headphones/dp/B0024NK344/

>open
>bass heavy
>150 dollars

Got you pham.

>>59974862
>bass is fatiguing

Go away Sennheiser shill

File: 1442322777103.png (508KB, 651x481px) Image search: [Google]

508KB, 651x481px

What's up /g/entoomen, my old headphones just broke and I'm trying to find the comfiest replacement
>Budget
~$80, can be pushed a little if necessary
>Location
USA
>Source
Laptop and desktop
>Type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
would prefer closed
>Comfort level
needs to be max comfiness, pic related. Felt/velour pads strongly preferred.
>Sound signature
Don't really care, maybe a bit bass heavy but not a huge difference maker
>Past headphones
Replacing my Corsair Vengeance 1500s (inb4 normie, they were comfy)

I unknowingly bent my audio jack for my headphones, and now after unplugging them my computer is "stuck" in headphone mode.

>wont play through speakers despite headphones not even showing on audio list
>it thinks its playing through the speakers

What the fuck do I do? The only thing I can do to make it play through speakers is disable audio jack input detection. My realtek driver is up to date.

I can have it play through speakers and headphones, but that defeats the purpose.

>>59970159
The stax is just there for the keks really, wouldn't bother buying them.

>>59972634
Fast transient capability, a headphone that can keep up with really bloated mixing in music etc.
Can be hard to get right, as it can edge over into a fatiguing sound.

>>59970316
>DT250, MDR-V6, MDR-7506

Thanks anon, I'll check them out.

>>59975403
NVX XPT100 + HM5 Hybrids

File: 11825618_10153323590269760_347431820069334376_n.jpg (60KB, 640x852px) Image search: [Google]

60KB, 640x852px

YO I have the DT770 80 ohms and I need a desktop amp/dac thats going to be used 100% of the time with my desktop since I already own a portable amp. Most I can spend is 120$.

>>59975923
Fulla 2

Are the meizu hd50s just a meme

>>59975941
>on ear
yes

>>59974835
beats

>>59975923
Fulla 2 or Magni 2

Fidelio L1

>>59976094
Meant for
>>59974835

>>59976068
How come Fulla 2 is amp/dac and Magni 2 is just a amp. Will they work and sound the same? Kinda new to amps n shiet.

>>59975923
Magni2.

>>59976170
If your source's dac doesn't suck, it should sound the same.

If your source's dac sucks, the dac in the fulla2 is a good one, so it'd actually improve on the sound.

Fulla 2's dac is better than my motherboard. YMMV.

If you do not have any dac+amp device, I'd say grab the fulla 2.

File: AVclub.jpg (28KB, 320x240px) Image search: [Google]

28KB, 320x240px

>>59973573
Bose is a marketing company posing as an audio company.

There was a time, not too long ago, when Grado headphones were kinda king... best bang for the buck, anyway. But then, Beats came along, made a bajillian dollars and the whole headphone market just exploded. The internets have all sorts of new headphones to talk about, but meanwhile, Grado just keeps making their same ol' good shit in Brooklyn, NYC.

/shilling

Should I buy ISK HP2001 fo $40 on ali, or there is better headphones for similar price?
Should I trust if description is copied from another seller and in brand something but not ISK

>>59976245
But they both cost the same and my motherboard dac is good so I'll go for the Magni 2. Thanks for all the info.

>>59976250
Reminder that Bose headphones are a proved botnet:
>https://yro.slashdot.org/story/17/04/19/1422208/bose-headphones-secretly-collected-user-data-lawsuit-reveals

>>59961207
So finally got a pair of HF5's to replace my cheapo pansonics and I'm very pleased. Sound canceling is great and I can pick up on a lot of subtle sounds that I could hear before. Tested Traditional Synthesizer Music by Venetian Snares.

Now, I have a pair of HD598's plugged into a Avid Mbox Mini. I'm thinking about replacing them with my earbuds until I can afford a pair of HD600's. Opinions? I like them and have used them for many years but the sound is a little too soft for me and I can hear everything around me.

>>59977005
wouldn't you still hear everything around you if you got hd600's?

>>59977044
That's true, but I'd sacrifice the audio quality for sound leakage with those headphones.

>>59976325
You forgot about our poorfag lord and savior, Superlux.

I'm looking to get a new pair of ~$10 IEM earbuds. My JVC Gumy (HA-FX5) earbuds are no longer with me (I lost them), and I'm looking for a replacement pair.

I've narrowed it down to three different choices, but I'm not sure which to get, and I only have money in my budget for one pair.

I know this isn't the most interesting or exciting comparison or request, but everyone needs a pair of semi-disposable knockaround earbuds.

The choices:

Philips SHE3590
Sony MDR-EX10LP
Panasonic ErgoFit (RP-HJE120)

>>59977075
man they must be awesome, they cost so many moneys tho :(
i just got my hd598's in the mail today (only ordered them from amazon yesterday!) and really like them, i actually really enjoy being able to hear stuff around me

also can someone help me?
whenever i plug my headphones into my computer i get buzzing noises, and they change when i start scrolling or look around in a game
i've just used the usb driver from my hyperx cloud 2 because it doesn't have that

>>59977222
It might be power consumption from your computer. Your computer alone can't power them and you're getting that buzzing noise.

But it also could be the driver. I'd also experiment with twisting around the jack on both your headphones and the plug in. That's worked on some audio devices I own.

>>59977249
ok if i push the jack to the side it stops
but i can't keep them like that all the time

>>59977202
I got the Panasonic's for the same reason and they were godawful niggerbass pieces of shit. I also tried some similar AT set and they slightly better but had treble rape. Other two I haven't tried but I'd probably go for the Sony

>>59977310
I would try and purchase a new jack that's compatible with that pair of headphones. It's a quick solution for things that won't be moving.

>>59969353
He doesn't build the drivers himself.

>>59970580
K E K

can I take the pads off the hd 598cs?

>>59961207

Surely this is a mistake right? That is like $500 off with the AMP included. Do you think these are fakes? Only 8 reviews on Amazon right now...

File: bd.png (383KB, 1670x559px) Image search: [Google]

383KB, 1670x559px

>>59977773
>Surely this is a mistake right? That is like $500 off with the AMP included. Do you think these are fakes? Only 8 reviews on Amazon right now...

Forgot pic, whoops

>>59977787
T1 is shit tho

File: IMG_20170419_205751.jpg (778KB, 2561x1827px) Image search: [Google]

778KB, 2561x1827px

Help me pls
I need a pair of iem for dairy use, I travel a lot in the bus and I need something that can cancel external audio so I can hear well, quality and isolation is very important, all of these earbuds are in the same amount of money (more or less)
also, I want something that last me a lot
I listen to like a lot of music genres so I want something dinamic, but with a great bass and nice mids as highs

>>59977921
If you want to improve sound isolation, I recommend buying foam tips.

File: 1474854072497.jpg (622KB, 1660x1208px) Image search: [Google]

622KB, 1660x1208px

>AKG K612

How good are these headphones? Can I plug and play with them? I really like the aesthetic and heard decent things about them, considered picking some up as my first foray into owning something that isn't a gaymer headset.

>Budget
Gonna need some convincing after 400$
>Location
USA
>Source
Mobo with Crystal Sound 2, thinking about gettin a soundcard if it makes even any sort of noticable diffrence
>Type of headphone
Full-Size
>Open or closed
Whichever has better sound, don't mind the background noise leaking in
>Comfort level
I'm sure I'll get used to anything, so anything
>Sound signature
Much prefer neutral
>Past headphones
Got Bose Soundlink as a christmas gift
overpriced sure, but they were alright

>>59977787
It's a slow seller and they're bundling items to sell it at the minimum advertised price.
>>59978046
They're good but not a good choice for plug and play as they're quite insensitive and there is a high likelihood that it needs an amp.
>>59978092
Sennheiser HD600. Your current motherboard can power these headphones easily.

Alternatives: HD650, DT880, K702, K712.

>>59978174
>They're good but not a good choice for plug and play as they're quite insensitive and there is a high likelihood that it needs an amp.
Damn, I really liked how they looked. Is there an alternative around or within $50 that's a good pick?

>>59978244
I think you should buy the K612 and see how loudly it plays and get an amp/DAC afterwards. A FiiO E10K is only $75 dollars.

File: 350x700px-LL-4379373f_002[1].jpg (12KB, 350x219px) Image search: [Google]

12KB, 350x219px

>>59977921
>I need a pair of iem for dairy use

File: 1462762509829.gif (2MB, 350x197px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 350x197px

>>59978336

>>59978336
I bet they've got milky highs.

>>59977949
i thought that, but they are expensive where i live (like 30dlrs) that said, which one should i cop?
>>59978336
diary* sorry, non native english keyboard user, damn... they are neat tho

>>59978174

Is that worth then? T1 and an amp for $ 1.2k? I would be going from $250 gayman headphones to them. I pretty much just game and listen to metal/rap...

File: 56a324b93df78cf7727c00f5.jpg (665KB, 3953x2521px) Image search: [Google]

665KB, 3953x2521px

>>59978742
>diary use

Are there any bluetooth headphones with as good of active noise cancelling as Bose QC35?

Hey guys thanks to some Anon they convinced me to get the HD600. I just have one question will my motherboard the Maximus VIII Hero Alpha be able to power them? Or should I look into getting an amp or dac

File: hd600eq.png (34KB, 1134x817px) Image search: [Google]

34KB, 1134x817px

Anyone else think the HD600 sounds a lot better with EQ like this?

Any good headphones for when using dolby prologic to play surround content (simulated surround using delay/volume shifting around)?

Preferable V shaped sound signature.

I figure larger out-of-ear headphones will be better to give a bigger "sound stage".

If possible, behind the head style, or ones that can be worn like that if I don't want to messup my hair in the morning...

Preferably not too expensive since I am not going to top tier quality just dont like distorted/weak bass or "tinny" cheap treble.

File: IMG_1677.jpg (23KB, 294x171px) Image search: [Google]

23KB, 294x171px

>>59978850
>Leave him alone, rick

I know Bluetooth headphones suck and you guys hate them, but I'm looking for an over the ears pair that can do BT and has an aux port.

Closed back since I plan on using them at work

Around 100 with some variance

>>59979024
DT770 80 OHM

>>59977377
The assembly and damping are though.

In a contained environment, is USB always worse than SPDIF?

Or in some context, they can be the same?

>>59979783
Optical is garbage but totally prevents grounding issues
Coax is good but can pick up all kinds of hum
USB depends entirely on implementation and can be a noisy distorted mess, a cheap optical trash converter, or something that is actually done natively with a lot of great circuitry to be the most superior of all

>>59980025
I'm not sure what you mean. Why is optical "garbage" and coax "good" if optical is capable of carrying the same signal as coaxial, but without the hum?

>>59970316
cringe

>Budget
little under $200
>Location
Hawaii (hot)
>Source
PC or phone
>Type of headphone
full
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
c o m f y
>Sound signature
bass
>Past headphones
senn hd598
m50x for like a day

I need something isolated that will block out people knocking on my door which is 3 feet from my desk. Isolation is most important to me I don't want to hear someone even if they were talking loudly right next to me.

>>59980064
Because optical is good in theory but in practice is a juttery mess. Too much stuff exposed to dust and open air plus multiple points of conversion.

Whereas you just need a decent shield tied to ground on your coax to prevent most interference.

What can you guys tell me about SPL(Sound Pressure Level)?

is the micca origen+ worth the extra cost over the e10k or fulla 2?

>>59980859
Not unless the pre-out on the back and form factor are worth it for you

>>59961207
>unless the recommendation being given is HD800's as they are the best headphones ever and can be subject to no criticism.

Wait until the HD850 is released.

File: eJwFwUsOgyAQANC7cACYD6LjvmnSVW9gCBK00WJgump69773NZ92mNlsqlefnVv3nmpbbdfaYsm21FqOHK-921RPF1Vj2s781u6IBxQJguwpIHhPjsEPEHhCGsXTFEDc43m7LwQ4gkdZiFkI7esq5vcHul8kdA.jpg (50KB, 570x1020px) Image search: [Google]

50KB, 570x1020px

My SRH440s broke, so I transplanted the drivers into some Harbor Freight earmuffs.
Sounds brety gud.

>>59977222
>whenever i plug my headphones into my computer i get buzzing noises, and they change when i start scrolling or look around in a game
You have one of these bad motherboads, audio-wise. They failed to isolate the audio circuitry properly, and you get shitty noise like that. My old board had this problem, current board has a different one (treble is significantly weakened).

That's an actual good reason to get a dac+amp like the Fulla 2.

>>59978978
Adding bass does make them more fun. But it's always at the cost of clarity. I only use my eq when watching films or listening to a certain rap playlist etc. Everything else is no eq for me.

>>59978092
>$400, neutral, comfortable, crystal sound 2
HD600 are really good/cost all rounders without any real flaw, and they're within your budget. They also get very comfortable after a few days of use, which makes them very good for computer use.

full disclosure: They're my main headphones.

>>59980071
Sennheiser HD380 Pro.

They're neutral somewhat leaning on bassy, and do provide more isolation than most closed headphones.

I use them at work and love them.

>>59980265
Usually perceived as loudness (volume).

When listed in specs, it's typically the maximum.

>>59981718
I don't understand why so many 600 owners put up with the clamp when you can fix them in literally 20 seconds. All you do is open them up fully and bend the actual metal with as little pressure as you want. Just do it bit by bit. It's solid fucking metal and it's not going to 'snap' unless you go full retard.

There. your 600's clamp is now exactly how you want it. Just don't do it too much as you don't want to lose the seal, you can't really bend them back.

>>59981718
The biggest flaw is the bass desu. There's just ever so slightly too much midbass.

>>59981824
They would sound too flat without the mid bass imo, that's the one thing that gives them weight making them at least decent for every single genre. The 650 has too much imo though.

>>59981893
The whole point of the HD600 is that its neutral.

File: 16616787_p0.jpg (431KB, 700x991px) Image search: [Google]

431KB, 700x991px

>>59981943
>>59981943
>>59981943
>>59981943

New thread.

>>59981939
Which it mostly is. But it's sounds better the way it is (slightly warm) rather than being stone cold flat. It makes them listenable when it comes to bass heavy songs. Unlike the 702's for example.

>>59982013
Exactly the opposite. Bass heavy songs are fatiguing because of that midbass emphasis.

>>59982028
lmao no. Lets just end this conversation right now.

>>59982053
Yeah agreed. I don't like talking to niggers.

>>59982081
You got blown out by others on this subject before. Nobody agrees with you. Jog on.

>>59981782
>I don't understand why so many 600 owners put up with the clamp when you can fix them in literally 20 seconds.
The clamp was an issue the first day or two.

Now it's been a couple of month, and they're as comfortable as my old set (hd598).

There's absolutely no need to force anything.

>>59981782
>I don't understand why so many 600 owners put up with the clamp
I never had an issue with the clamp. In fact I liked it as they don't ever fall off or need readjusting once they are on my head. HD 650 here but it's the same thing in terms of fit.