/hpg/ - Headphone General

>>55547185
Anime isn't real kiddo

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2nd for best memes I've ever fallen for

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Best dynamic reporting in.

Also sauce.

>>55547209
FUCK YOU

debating whether or not I should get a pair of "nice" in ear headphones for travelling, usually I have a nice setup at home (dt990 +amp/dac) and I don't give a fuck what I take with me on the bus etc (usually apple earbuds). But I've been looking at the shure se215's and they look really nice. Worth it or not? I travel a lot on the train for uni so I could use some better headphones

>Budget
200 hard limit
>Location
US
>Source
PC
>Preferred type of headphone
full sized
>Open or closed
closed preferred, but open is ok
>Comfort level
sacrifice comfy for quality, if applicable
>Preferred tonal balance
neutral
>Past headphones
junk

need purchase advice please, mainly want something i can listen to music with and also for muh gaymin, was leaning towards sennheiser HD598se with FiiO e10k. totally new to decent headphones

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posting again for any more suggestions, thank you to whomever suggested sennheiser 558 last thread:
>Budget
i'd like to spend less than 100usd
>Location
usa
>Source
computer or phone, no amp
>Preferred type of headphone
over ear
>Open or closed
doesn't make too much of a difference, but i would prefer as little leakage as possible (2 roommates in school)
>Comfort level
maximum
>Preferred tonal balance
ideally something flat enough that i could use it for music production, but it's not my highest priority
>Past headphones
currently using sony mdr-xb500's. they're decently comfy, although the pleather earcups get sweaty/uncomfortable after many hours. sound quality isn't bad
usual listening is lots of techno, jazz, and stuff like beach house
i've been recommended XPT100's before, but i can't remember why...

>>55547209
Don't worry, op is just an autistic beta who gets off on posting his weabshit on a technology board.

Let the pedo have his fun XD

HD600's or HD650's what do if cost isn't a factor

>>55547185
I need the source of that image.

>>55547209
I'm looking for a point but not finding one.

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>>55547213
>>55547514
Did some digging around and it was all a ruse.

>>55547244
Maybe if you like niggerbass.

>>55547488
Don't buy preGCN cards, they don't get drivers anymore.

At least get a HD7870 minimum

>>55547413
DT770

>>55547445
CAL or XPT100

>Budget
70-120 USD
>Location
USA
>Source
SMSL M2 DAC if I ever get it to not suck ass.
>Preferred type of headphone
Looking for IEMS
>Open or closed
IEMS
>Comfort level
Would like something that doesn't stick out
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral or Bassy
>Past headphones
ETYMOTIC

My Etymotic are just about to die and I'd like to get something with a removable cable.

Looking at either Shure SE215s or AT ATH-IM50s.

>>55547541
I think you missed the thread that you intended to post that in.

>>55547209
It will be real when trump becomes president.

>>55547541
>>55547579
yeah what even

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Lads, how do I tweak the EQ settings for my DT880 (600)? They're perfect for easy listening, jazz, classical, Deadmau5 type EDM, and soft rock, but they sound a little too metallic and harsh for harder rock. I just downloaded Equiliser APO btw, but I have no idea how to use it

>>55547678
Get Peace GUI with it and play with the sliders at 9-10khz reducing a few db.

>>55547737
Not him, but why Peace GUI? Equalizer APO already comes with a GUI on windows, which has worked just fine for me

>>55547844
Because for a person who has no idea what they are doing, everything is laid out for them.

>>55546961
Do you have a cable microphone in mind that won't give me potato quality?

>>55547543
im >55547413
which DT770's anon? 80ohm ok for a fiio e10k dac/amp?

>>55548109
Either if you have an amp.

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How comfortable are AKG K240s in terms of long term wear? I bought a pair of ATH M50s a few years ago but had to stop using them because they hurt my skull after wearing them for too long. Now I mostly stick to in-ear headphones but the AKGs are on sale right now.

>Budget
$200 USD max
>Location
Norway
>Source
Android phone
>Preferred type of headphone
IEM or On-ear headphone
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Don't really care
>Preferred tonal balance
I don't really care, most V shaped headphones do the trick
>Past headphones
I honestly just want a portable headphone or IEM becuase I keep breaking my IEMs and pretty much all portable headphones are cheap plastic shits that break in half as soon as you throw them in a backpack. pls help

>~100$-ish
>CT
>Acer Aspire E1-572
>Full size
>Open is acceptable.
>Comfort level: Preferably comfy.
>Pref neutral, bassy if not.
>Razer Kraken USB. Sounded good until the sliders snapped like dry twigs.
Need something durable and wearable over extended periods with a mic.

>>55548355
Don't have any experience with that model but my AKG is really comfortable. Also, most of the time people compliment AKG headphones' comfiness.

>>55547209
/thread

>>55548355
I once wore K240s for 15 hours straight doing a Stalker marathon. Could hardly tell they were there.

what replacement ear pads should i get for m50x

>>55549082
HM5 pads in whichever flavor you like, and Shure pads might also fit.

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>>55549087
thanks senpai

>>55548132
thanks for the advice anon

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Re-thinking my next choice of headphones

>Canada
>75 ~ 85$
>closed, decent noise isolation
>detachable cable + I don't care if the clamp isn't comfy I won't be using it for long
>good mids and ok highs
>decent but not extreme bass
>eurobeat, rock, pop, metal, classic
>android smartphone + PC (I've got a AMP that uses a USB for power and a red/white audio cable)

>>55547209
Kek

>>55548355
where is the sale anon

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>Budget
$100-125 AUD

>Location
Australia

>Source
Just the stand jack on my computer and old Ipod

>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized

>Open or closed
I usually prefer closed, but my headphones are impromptu speakers at the moment, so I guess Open.

>Comfort level
Very comfortable.

>Past headphones
Just a pair of HD681s. Only looking to buy something new since it only properly works if the cord is facing one direction.

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I just got this on Amazon Prime Day sale for 120 CAD (about 90 USD) to replace my shitty gaming headphones. How did I do? Did I fuck up? What should my DAC/amp budget be around or any suggestions?

is this good deal?
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PC-350-Special-2015/dp/B015ZKJIYI/ref=sr_1_9?s=prime-day&psr=PD16&ie=UTF8&qid=1468387417&sr=1-9&keywords=gaming+headphones

>>55550521

You did good son. Keep in mind though that using onboard sound will not do these sexy cans justice. Dedicated soundcard and/or amp.

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>>55550521
i was about to check it out, wat da fuq
>You save $0.01
amazon whhy

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How good (or bad) are the Sennheiser HD 429?

My Xiaomi Piston 3 broke and I'm looking for a replacement.

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>>55550647
From what I've heard, best gaming headset besides the 400+ Audio Technica, though headphones + mic > sennheiser gaming

>>55550668
I thought soundcards were a meme, like Razer keyboards and RGB LED graphics cards?

>>55550671
Canada Prime Day deal, already sold out hours ago :( Picked mine up at 94% and was at 96% when I checked out.

Also I hate to sound like a fucking retard but is the wood burl real or fake? Not that it matters to me.

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>>55550671
Oh yeah the black SE ones were at 110 CAD but I went with the burl because I don't want to buy headphones that just look like any old Sennheiser.

>>55550728
>From what I've heard, best gaming headset besides the 400+ Audio Technica, though headphones + mic
ooh thanks


>Also I hate to sound like a fucking retard but is the wood burl real or fake?
i have absolutely no idea, it looks like a nice plastic to me

Is there any DAP i can use as DAC/AMP for my pc? And if there is can someone recommend me one for <$200? Thanks

>>55551676
X3ii

>>55548355
I find them super comfy, as long as the pads are fresh. I change them every year or so. The earcups have been called shallow by some.

>Budget
$100-$200
>Location
'Murica
>Source
Into phone jack mostly. Auxilary.
>Preferred type of headphone
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Don't care
>Past headphones
Sennheiser 580. Fucking hated them. Wasn't a problem with comfort but they sounded pretty shitty honestly. My biggest wish is noise canceling/isolation with good quality.

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Elear measurements

How do you feel about crossfeed?

>>55551949
sennheiser 558* my mistake

>>55551961
Looks similar to LCD 2 measurements with Ether's 10k spike.

Should I go for K702 or used HD600? Price is more or less the same.

>>55547209
Wow how'd you figure that one out?

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>>55548355
I just leave it in my head for 5 hours and doesn't bother me at all.

http://www.innerfidelity.com/images/BoseQuietComfort35WiredActive.pdf

That's fairly impressive.

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How bad can these be? Looking for the best cheap option under 3 aud.

High quality 3.5mm Earphones Earbuds Headphones Headset Handsfree With Mic For All Mobile Phone
http://s.aliexpress.com/vA7ZVJji
(from AliExpress Android)

>>55552417
Or should I bump it up to $6 for the kz edr2?
Will the price difference of 100% be worth it?

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Reposting this image I saw long ago in a /hpg/ thread. It's quite accurate, by the way.

>>55547488
I had both, the HD650 is better. Less fatiguing in the long run and doesn't have that butt ugly marble finish.

>>55552563
doesn't quite depict the tinny upper midrange hump that makes every akg sound like ass

>>55550728
>I thought soundcards were a meme
No. EMI shielded cards are pretty much immune to noise, and they don't have the pops and clicks that USB DAC's get under heavy CPU load.

Asus xonar essence
Creative zxr
Any card with its own headphone amp and swappable op-amps really.

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Fucking God-tier reporting in. Unrivalled comfort and Bluetooth so no more stupid cables.

>2020-4+10-5x2
>using wired headphones

>>55550218
pccasegear has the sennheiser hd518 for $135 if you can spare the extra

if not your options are very limited

>>55552853
Cheers.

I probably should have added, not looking to buy right away while my current headphones are (barely) working. Just after suggestions, or what I can look out for.

>>55552822
>babbys first hedfone
>God-tier

>>55552872
Keep an eye on headphones.com.au

They are a dedicated headphone store, the only one in the country last time I checked, they do good prices and have a lot of niche stuff.

>>55553010
>the only one in the country last time I checked
You really didn't try, huh.

Minidisc and addictedtoaudio have a much larger and better selection.

>>55552822
I'm pretty sure that sound quality is a pretty big factor...

>>55552822
How does it perform?

>>55547185
anyone have the link to the original image?

>>55553736
It's in the thread.

It's been bothering me for a while, but

Do you guys use speakers as well? I've been using headphones only for 15 years because I still live in areas where the walls are made of thin paper and I don't want people to listen to the shit I'm listening. However at times I feel it's detrimental to my health. Like I should just be relaxing there, watching a movie or some shit with a pair of good speakers instead.

>>55553869
Yeah I listen to speakers as well. I'm going to get Tannoy Reveal 502, I want to hear the sound of a good monitor. So far I've only used 2.1 systems.

>>55552004
I prefer the K702

>>55553022
I've purchased from both, addicted to audio seem to have a larger selection than minidisc though you might find some products that minidisc has which addicted to audio don't such as phillips fidelio X2.

minidisc price match, but if addicted to audio have a product at a lower price I don't bother price matching and just order online from whomever is cheaper.

Addicted to audio's free express shipping was pretty fast compared to minidisc if you live in a different state.

I don't know who has better aftermarket support though. Might be minidisc. I wish I lived close by to try before I buy.

There is only one headphone shop in QLD that I know off and their selection is very small.

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Looking to sell my HD800 and I'm searching for a more "warm" signature. The HD800's have served me well but it's time to let go. I got tired of equalizing the bass to my liking but I loved the soundstage of these cans.

Have currently been looking at the LCD-2's and the TH-X00 from Fostex. I'm listening mostly to electronic music (ambient, deep house and IDM), Björk and some Jazz. Any other suggestions for a warmer signature headphone?

>>55553950
Why's that? Could you elaborate on your experience with the 2 of them; what you liked, disliked, etc?

>>55547209
Kek, op got rekt

>>55553869
>Do you guys use speakers as well?
More than my headphones.

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I had to sell my dt990 250ohm and budget dac amp. Currently using xba h1 full time. Do you think I'll be disappointed with pic related in comparison to the beyerdynamics? Compatibility with the vmoda boom pro mic and other in line mics is totally irreparable

>>55554179
check out grados

>>55554254
what model? also, isn't grados piercing as fuck in the treble department?

>>55554254
>hey guys i don't like what the hd800 does
>get grados which does everything the hd800 does in an infinitely worse way AND is more uncomfortable

>>55554179
Get a tube amp.

>>55554371
>tubes are warm meme

>>55554412
It's not my fault you that he bought a headphone he couldn't afford to drive properly.

>>55554419
HD800s are piss easy to drive and even then
>buying something else to fix a fault/something you don't like in the headphone

>>55554461
>thinking that there is a headphone on the market without faults

>>55554511
I'm not saying that. If you don't like a headphone's signature, then rushing out to buy a tube amp is not the answer.

where can i find a guide/advice for new speakers for tv?

>>55554179
HD600 is a straight upgrade of the HD800.

>>55552417
>How bad can these be?
The sort of things that people dump on the street, the kind that you find at a dollar store.

>>55551964
It'll lean more to the bass than the Beyers, less treble and such.

>>55554179
>I got tired of equalizing the bass to my liking
Tired of equalizing? What make you think you won't get tired of equalizing the
other headphones?

LCD2 will have less low/mid treble, but as for warmth? The treble recession could yield that impression.

>>55554419
1. Drive requirements are physics and relatively simple at that, HD 800 is no exception here
2. This is completely unrelated to price
3. I'm not that anon with HD 800
4. Design or topology of the amplifier is irrelevant and has nothing you could generalize based on tubes/transistors. There are transparent tube amps and audibly colored transistor designs. I'd generally avoid any colored gear as they only end up being arbitraty signal processors which might or might not shift the sound signature to your liking. Amplifier which causes warm response on one pair of headphones might not do the same to another pair. An amplifier with audible levels of distortion is of terrible design.

HD 800's problem is directly tied into its magnitude response. This is not something an amplifier properly fixes. Very large Zout will make HD 800's midbass shift upwards making the headphones sound a bit warmer as a result of it. It doesn't nothing to the peaky treble - the main problem people have often have with it. An equalizer is the tool to use here but the anon didn't want to so a pair of headphones with a more preferable response is a better option.

>>55554543
They have notably different response and I'm fairly sure that anon had a HD 600.

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>>55554412
To a touch they are.

Suggestions please

>$100 to $200, preferably $150
>NYC
>T440P chinkpad, toaster PC, Galaxy S6
>Full sized
>Open
>Not too choosy about comfort, but if there is a perfect blend of comfort and sound quality at the price range it would be great
>Neutral preferred but welcoming any tone
>Lost my v1 Momentums, disliked how vocals are a bit too recessed

Aesthetically pleasing is also a huge plus
Halp

is sennheiser HD451 good? looking for not too expensive headphones.

>>55547209
gtfo newfag

>>55550715
Buy the 439/449 and you get detachable cables.

>>55547209
Adding up to (you)

>>55554901
I don't know the prices in NYC but have a look at the K7xx and K702 they might fit your description.

I haven't tried either but I hear K702 is reference design so basically neutral sounding you might find them a bit lacking in the bass department though. K7xx has better bass extension and has a colored response.

HD598 might fit your description as well seems within your price bracket too. Bass seems to have a sharper roll off than the K702 based on the FR charts so you might find it lacking in bass.

The fidelio X2 is a risky choice can go down to 200 on sale, you might not like them as vocals sound a little bit recessed due to the upper bass bump, I wouldn't call them V shaped though since treble peak is in line with the mids. They are not bassheads either.

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>>55554580
got tired of equalizing as in got tired of the sound signature when an equalizer wasn't an option (spotify, youtube etc.)

>>55554648
exactly this

>>55554371
>getting an amp to fix a headphone issue

>>55556288
oh forgot to add you will need a suitable amplifier for the K7xx and K702. You can probably drive both on your chinkpad but they might not sound great.

Fidelio X2 doesn't need a dedicated amp, runs fine off on board and so does the HD598.

Might want to look at the AD700x and 900x if you can find them within your price range I don't think they need a dedicated amp.

Might want to have a look at SHP9500 as well a lot of people seem to be praising it. Runs fine off on board.

>>55554179
Just do what I did and get the HD800S.

>>budget
$50

>>location
US, specifically North-East Ohio

>>source
iPhone 6s plus (reasons sort of prevented me from getting an android phone, please spare me)

>>open or closed
IEM

>>comfort
I'll probs get foam tips for whatever I end up getting, but I'll be wearing these 8hrs a day at work so pref comfy

>>preferred tonal balance
I really like the sound signature of my ATH-M50xs, and would like something that sounds similar.

Does anybody know where I can get replacement pads for Mi headphones? I can't find any anywhere.

>>55556673
forgot to mention I would prefer something with a cable that wraps around your ear

>>55556606
isn't that just the hd800 with the anax mod and more distortion?
also the step up in money is huuuuge

Any recs for cheap in-ear earphones with good noise isolation?

I'm probably going to go with Etymotics but would rather go cheaper.

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> tfw I won't need to change my K702 because I found the perfect EQ
My intention was to buy a HD600 and compare it side by side with the K702, but honestly I'm going to keep my K702 for ever. The EQ I found is simply great and makes the headphone really neutral, at least to my ears. I slightly changed the EQ based on the recommendations of some of you and on Goldenears graphs. I have to say that toning the 6 khz down immediately produced a different sensation in terms of clarity and sound balance. I didn't need to lower the mid-bass, since I don't find it excessive at all on my K702. The sub-bass impact is now great.

>>55556451
>when an equalizer wasn't an option
EQAPO or any other system wide EQ? An outboard PEQ box?

>>55556695
Anax mod is damping material.
French mod and 800S is an anti-resonator.
It isn't that different sounding either.

>>55547539
It's still pretty damn hot.

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>mfw you learn that the HD800 are mostly made of plastic that's been painted to look like aircraft grade aluminum.

>tfw you always thought those 1500 dollars went towards build quality

>>55547209
I'm saving all my money to go to Japan, kiddo.

>Budget
100€, can stretch to 150€ for something really good for the price
>Location
Sweden
>Source
I'm most likely going to buy an audio interface for some other stuff, I'm not sure of the specs since I'm not sure which one I'll get but I think the ones I'm looking at are a bit weaker than real headphone amps but better than just from the computer
>Preferred type of headphone
Around ear
>Open or closed
No strong preference but maybe open
>Comfort level
As good as I can get for the price, I plan on having them on for hours at a time
>Preferred tonal balance
Flat, I think, I don't know what I prefer so just ignore it
>Past headphones
Steelseries Siberia, got them on sale and they're alright for the price I got them for. I haven't had any better ones.

>>55556803
Creative ep-630

I live in a 4th world country were customs are expensive as fuck, everything imported is at least double its original price?

I have been trying to get a decent headphone and there's this offer:

Audio Technica ATH-M50x Headphones and FiiO A3 Amplifier Bundle for 240$ is this a good deal or am I being massively outjewed

>>55557169
Aluminum would be heavier than plastics and would be more easily bendable unless made out of a very hard alloy which in turn would make it even heavier. Even now the HD 800s aren't light headphones. There's nothing wrong with using plastics in the construction, as long as they are high quality, like the ones used on HD 800 are. Ear pads are the best part in my opinion as the microfiber is super comfy. The paint job is a bit iffy and can scrape off over time as shown in that photo.

A lot of the price comes from a small(ish) production yield, R&D costs and quality control, some from materials and a hefty chunk from markup due to their position in the market.

Is DSD snake oil?

>>55557550
M50x is worse than m40 and it doesn't even need an amp. For that price you can get the superior msr7 instead

does the hd 439 need an amp

>>55551927
I'm finding the cups on my K240s to be a bit shallow actually, know of any good thicker replacement pads?

>>55556695
anax mod did nothing
>more distortion
inaudible

>>55557812
It's useless and devices which support it cost a lot.

>Budget
$100
>Location
United States
>Source
Mostly my computer, occasionally I'll use them with a phone.
>Preferred type of headphone
I would prefer IEMs as they are easier to fit while wearing glasses, and don't really run the risk of not fitting.
>Comfort level
I would prefer comfort above sound quality, though obviously want both. Most of the time I'll be using these to listen to friends in a discord channel, or listen to a podcast while working out.
>Preferred tonal balance
No idea.
>Past headphones
I've got a nice pair of athletic IEMs that was recommended by this general before. The problem is the cord is starting to get in my way. Basically, if there is a bluetooth version of: MEE audio Sport-Fi M6 Noise Isolating In-Ear Headphones with Memory Wire I'd be set.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QgEBZka-hY

Do you think this guy takes things out of proportion? I was looking for some cheap open comfy shits and then my hopes were shattered

Is it normal that my 7056 have much tighter bass than my HD598?

I prefer the sound in my HDs but the bass is just not as snappy or tight, not sure how to explain it.
Is this because they're open?

>>55559149
No it's because the HD598 are shit.

>>55552999
These are pro headphones. Nothing baby here

>>55559240
can't argue with trips of truth, anon.

>>55547482
>pedo
Those girls have huge tits anon

Why is wireless frowned upon?

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Can anyone recommend me the 'Audio Technica ATH-M30x'?
Are they an improvement over my current Sennheiser HD205?

I was looking at getting the M40x, but I hear they are super flat. Would get the M50x but my mouse also just broke so I have to get a new one.

>>55558362
yeye w/e, almost the same sound signature anyways

thinking about fostex right now. th-x00 or th600 seems to be nice.

How do wireless headphones perform at the moment? I want some for everyday wear.

I'm thinking about the Bose Quiet Comfort Q35s.

>>55557812
Here's a better question: why are you interested in DSD? If it's because your favorites music happened to be released that way, go ahead.
From a technical point of view, it comes up short.

The one-bit format resists any attempt at mixing, panning, equalizing, any sort of processing; these must be converted into a multi-bit format or not done digitally at all.
Standard DSD 64 has significant ultrasonic noise that requires moderate lowpass filters to keep from overloading tweeters or amplifiers with high frequency cruft, which will serve to limit upper frequency extension. It doesn't perform above 24/96 PCM, with more inherent noise and a lower resolution.
An intermediate lossy conversion step is required to be useful to the typical multi-bit PDM converter.


>>55559952
OP improperly copied old version.

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Looking into getting a cheap DAC amp combo for my sennheiser HD 598
>Budget
140 CAD, or around 100 USD
>Location
Canada
>Source
Between a PC and a Sennheiser HD 598, motherboard has optical out and USB
>Preferred type of DAC/amp
The Desktop ones are nice
>Open or closed
Whatever is best for the amp
>Comfort level
I like nice looking stuff, smooth dials > clicking ones, will be placed on an Ikea Gerton desktop with a black/blue PC build but it doesn't really matter
>Preferred tonal balance
I use a V shape in my foobar EQ
>Past Amps/DAC
Onboard audio (Asus SupremeFX chip on a Z97 Pro Gamer)

>>55556695
The HD800 already sound near perfect so it only makes sense for the update to correct the most problematic parts ie. bass and 6kHz spike, which Sennheiser did quite elegantly with the HD800S.

The price is actually okay considering it's only $300 more expensive than the old MSRP of the HD800 and far, far cheaper than competing """flagships""" like the Audez'e LCD-4 or HiFiMan HE-1000.

>>55547209
I love you

>>55554200
K702 goes on sale. The HD600 doesn't.

>>55550728
Soundcards are a meme, use external DAC/AMP, those cost about the same but are better and can be used with more than just the PC.

>>55560790
Get a schiit Fulla or Audioquest Dragonfly, though you're better off just buying a 220$ magni/modi stack to futureproof yourself.

Currently have ATH-M50 with a sansa clip+, had to change the pads they were hurting my hears but now i find them perfect for all outside use.
Also have DT-880, 600 ohms at home with O2+ODAC combo, and love them, but would like to upgrade.
I don't mind to pay a high price for some new cans, and would like to have something as neutral as possible (while being comfy enough for me, I love the DT-880 in that regard) don't care if open or closed. Also would like to know if I should change my O2+ODAC if I go for better cans. Some suggestions ? Living in Europe by the way.

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>>55547678
>>55547737

Ok guy I'm sorry but you're going to have to hold my hand through this. Which sliders should I focus on and by what amount should I increase/decrease them?

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>>55561803

Using DT880 600 Ohm btw

>>55561574
>Soundcards are a meme
They are not. They serve the exact same purpose as any other audio device you plug into your PC and most modern ones perform well above transparency. They also tend to have way more features than the often here recommended stereo DA-converters and headphone amplifiers.

>Budget
<80 EUR
>Location
Italy
>Source
PC (gaming/anime)
>Preferred type of headphone
Full-sized (w/ mic if possible)
>Open or closed
Closed pref, but open is also ok
>Comfort level
Don't care as long as it's not too uncomfortable. Sound > Comfort
>Preferred tonal balance
No clue
>Past headphones
Turtle Beach Z11, Roccat Kulo, other cheap commercial shit.
Current: Sharkoon Rush ER1

>Other stuff
Braided cable would be awesome since it always ends up in a mess and ends up breaking even though I don't touch it. I'd like something anonymous if possible, nothing flashy with a shit ton of leds and useless decorations. Detachable mic would be cool

>>55562184

>Budget
><80 EUR
flexible

>>55554580
Meant
>It'll lean more to the bass than the Beyers, less treble and such.
For >>55554251


>>55551964
So far, examples that I had tried are crude with notable coloration. It makes standard 2-channel pans more natural, never quite gets the spatiality down.

>>55561574
>Fulla schiit
name aside this looks nice, even if it's tiny. Schiit's website seems quirky and relatable. The Magni/Modi seems awesome though. Probably will save for that in the end. Thanks.

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Should I go for it?
I don't mind small scratches but should I trust?

>>55563022
Some fat weeb virgin probably used those and it's probably covered in semen.

Go on, buy used headphones.

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>>55563042
??? The fuck in the worst case scenario it could have been from a owner with greasy hair and since the pads are removable I would just wash them.
Why would someone cum inside a driver

>>55561820
Try reducing around 8kHz, see what happens.

>>55563103
Then go for it.

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Is the channel imbalance supposed to be this terrible?

I've had the e10k for about 3 months, more or less and I've had tinnitus since august last year. I knew channel imbalance exists when dealing with these amp's potentiometers (i think even the more expensive like the schiit has imbalance, right?) but I thought it was insignificant (fiio's website says less than 0.4dB difference). I thought my right hear was just damaged, hear loss, and never much thought about it. Today I was playing xenoblade and while the characters were talking, I switched from the front to the line out on the back and the voices are now exactly in the middle of my head. Turns out my hears are still pretty equal, the imbalance is pretty significant

Basically, I'd like to know if I wasted 90€ on this or is my fiio faulty? I bought this through amazon so I think returning it now is out of the question...

>>55563470
sounds like a warranty case to me

>>55563470
What headphones are you using? Channel imbalance can occur if you're overpowering sensitive headphones. A powerful amp isn't always beneficial.

its summer
my hd650s make my head hot
my portapros get covered in cat hair unless i take care of them
my fischer dba-2s are in ear headphones and thus uncomfortable meme headphones

what is left for hot heads?

>>55563932
Just get a decent set of speakers.

>>55563932
>HD800S
Take care of your porta pros

My friend whom I buy things for (He doesn't have a credit card) just asked my to buy him a razer headset. I tried to convince him but he says he wants 7.1. How do I get him to understand?

Is the Fiio X5 a good DAP? How is the screen?

>>55564213
If he's too stupid to understand that 7.1 makes no sense when the drivers are right next to your ears and that multiple small drivers are worse than a single large one, I'm afraid that there's nothing you can do except refuse to buy his shit on your card.

>>55563470
Try turning down digital volume so you can turn the pot higher.

>Budget
$500
>Location
Australia
>Source
e10k
>Preferred type of headphone
Headphones (over ear)
>Open or closed
open
>Comfort level
Medium - High
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral
>Past headphones
Porta Pros
MA750

Prefer a removable/threaded cable. Or at least a cable that won't break as often as the porta pros.

Just got my ATH-M50s back from service repair to fix the leather headstrap (had them for over 3 years). Any tips on how to keep it from wearing down overtime so I can avoid paying to repair it again?

>>55565549
HD600

Meze 99 Classics or HD600s? They are around the same price range but I was wondering which sounds better than the other.

>>55565938
>closed versus open
Open usually sounds better.

>>55565938
Meze 99 Classic is the biggest headphone meme in a while.

>>55565582
thanks.

>>55566017
How so?

>>55566046
It's ugly as fuck and measures like shit.

>>55563042
Worst case scenario if it is not broken he'd just replace the pads and clean it.

>>55566058
measures?

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>>55566130
If there's one thing closed headphone do good, it's bass extension, and the Meze doesn't even have that going for it.

>>55563103
>Why would someone cum inside a driver
Do not underestimate a stranger with an extra large tub of Vaseline and nothing to lose.

What is a straight upgrade to the 7056s?

>>55547209
How can anime be real if we aren't real

>>55565938
HD600 easily.

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>>55566058
>ugly as fuck
Oh come on. If you are decked in full Gucci, a brand that is doing better than ever, they would look absolutely beautiful. Just look at this and tell me they would look jarring: https://www.gucci.com/us/en/article/agenda_2015_issue03_spring_summer_adv_campaign

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>>55566254
Okay you got me.

>>55566158
>being a niggerbass lover

>>55566214
HD 600.

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>>55566361
>extension = bloated bass

>>55565938
>>55566158
>>55566254
>>55566303
>>55566361
I have one of the 99s, what amp/dac should I pair it with, if I need to at all?

>>55566398
But those are open

>>55566538
At 103.0 dB SPL/mW I highly doubt you need an amp and if you aren't hearing any hiss or interference from your source, then you don't need a DAC.

>>55566546
you never specified closed pham

>>55561143
Pretty sure /hpg/ likes the LCD-2 more than the meme HD800 here.

>>55566803
Well I'm not opposed to getting open headphones, but I'd prefer closed ones, that's why I mentioned the 7056s. Anything you can think of?
Just want something slightly more comfy and with more soundstage even if closed.

>>55566807
>Source: my ass
/hpg/ can't agree on anything apart from Portapros.

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Just looking for a decent pair of wired IEMs/earphones for long distance traveling since my Jabra ROX Wireless won't last for more than 5 hours.

I listen to anything so a flat/neutral frequency response would be preferred.

Less than $500 pls

>>55568009
SE535, ER4PT/S
The SE535 is probably more preferable for long term use because of the fit and the darkish signature as compared to the ER4 eardildo and present highs.
Or just get something like the RE400.

>>55568071
ERA.S looks like the bees to me. Thanks Anon~kun <3

>>55568115
ER-4PT comes with the ER-4S adapter in the package so you can have both IEMs for one. ER-4PT is a darker sounding version of the ER-4S but still nothing like the SE535.

>>55563888
I'm using 32 ohm creative fatal1ty headphones

Before you ask why I even bought the fiio, it's because I'm planning on buying an HD600 soon.

>>55564423
I did that but there was no difference in the balance

>>55568633
>I did that but there was no difference in the balance
But it was fine in the lineout? Strange.
It's definitely a faulty unit.

>>55568843
>>55568633
It's more than likely overpowering the headphones. Don't return the amp until you try something with higher impedance. My AD700s are very imbalanced if I connect them to an O2, while the HD600s are fine.

>>55568957
>It's more than likely overpowering the headphones.
What? You aren't making any sense.

How did you all get past the barrier of "Jesus Christ get this shit off my head"? I don't like using earphones for any longer than absolutely necessary.

>>55569442
I've used headphones out of necessity. I don't want anyone else in the house to listen to my porn nor can I have my speakers turned on at 1am

>>55547209
How will OP recover from this?

>>55569442
Depends on the level of comfort

I used to buy real shitty headphones that would be comfy enough for me not to notice them. For about 15 years, I've been using headphones exclusively and not buying any set of speakers.

I'm currently using the Sennheiser HD 419 which I consider crappy compared to the ones I had before (HI2050) but at least I didn't spend a dime on them. What happened was, with the previous ones even though there's more pressure, I didn't notice them and my whole big fucking ear would fit inside nicely. With these, not only do I just feel like I have bought garbage, I notice that when I take them out after an hour or so the upper parts of my ears have fucking marks. It's disgusting. It's making me almost want to use speakers for once.

The issue I have with speakers is that I don't want people around to listen to what I do listen, which is a lot of different shit, along with, like anon here said >>55569471 some quality porn. So it's either headphones and speakers or just headphones.

I'm considering buying pic related and sure enough people around will notice what I'm listening to if I keep it loud enough, but quiet porn on speakers is still worse than slightly more audible porn on headphones

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>>55569536
Wow I didn't upload the picture what is wrong with my life

>>55569536
>>55569471
Well damn, where do I go for speaker advice?

>>55569590
Some people have knowledge of speakers here and occasionally there is a speaker thread in the catalog.

>>55569442
Earphones? Or headphones? Perhaps in-ears? Comfort is really varied between products and also subjective. I've occasionally forgot I've been wearing headphones, only to notice I do when I switch to speakers and the sound is off due to headphones isolating it a bit.

Is $220USD for 1yr used HD600s a solid deal or not? I already have the amp.

>>55570397
I've found the hd650 on sold used at 260€

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Headphones for running?

I was looking for something more on the budget side cause I'll be sweating all over it, so around $30~40, good volume and that can stick to my head. Doesn't matter if it's earbuds or headphones.

I've been eyeing the Portapros but decided to drop by for possible recommendations, maybe something better or cheaper

>>55547185
>Budget
200 EUR
>Location
Germany
>Source
iPhone mostly, and laptop
>Preferred type of headphone
In-ear, bluetooth
>Open or closed
Closed(?), as in it should be snug enough in my ear canal that it helps block external sounds.
>Comfort level
...but not so snug that it starts giving me ear infections.
>Preferred tonal balance
Flat, so that I could use them for ableton and maschine in a pinch.
>Past headphones

Mainly Shure e215 with the iPhone cord. Basically I want the bluetooth version of those, if such a thing exists.

Have also had these, they were ok:
Over-ear: Sennheiser HD280 Pro,
In-ear: CX 300, mm50i

Repeating my request, looking for a good bluetooth headset. Preferably one with a remote feature.

>>55558942

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Hey guys, I come to you because I need advice on how to fix this baby over here

It's a Panasonic RP-HTF600

The issue is that the plastic handles to the sides that adjust the size of the headphones are very loose, and don't stay locked in at their assigned height. To boot, the plastic plates seem a bit lifted and also in the right case, broken.

Anyone have some good advice for me to fix this? I don't really care if it's home-remedy tier, I just don't like them being flimsy and falling down to max extension everytime.

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>>55573760

can noise-cancelling and audiophile quality co-exist? or do noise-cancelling sets take a dock in quality compared to regular ones

need something noise-cancelling because noise makes me anxious when i'm trying to study. depression etc.

but i also want to invest in something better than my xiaomi piston 3's

help pls

>>55574844
The sennheiser QXC s are pretty good from what I've heard

for those guys who have HD600's/HD800's, is the Fiio K5 a good amp or should i consider something better?

>>55571142
Have you check the Sports series of Sennheiser?
http://en-us.sennheiser.com/sports-headphones

>>55564227
I have the X3ii, pretty good, the screen is not that good if you're under the sun, i guess it applies to the X5ii as well, so keep that in mind, if you're not under the sun the screen is pretty good, you can fit a 200gb micro sd card in the x3ii/x5ii with no problems, but no one has tested it with a 256gb micro sd, use the format tool included in the player, it will save you some troubles when it comes to loading all the files, iirc they just released the last firmware for all the X players except the X7, loading times decreased a lot, it's a good purchase, go for it if you can

>>55547209
What the fuck you just say? Say that to my face bitch

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>>55573870
Inefficient flowcharts are Satan's playthings.

>Preferred tonal balance
How the fuck am I supposed to figure this out? Google just brings me to reddit which has advice about as helpful as 'just be yourself'.

>>55575363
What kind of music do you listen to and how do you like it to sound?

Do you prefer an emphasis on bass or perhaps the music you listen benefits from clear mids? Maybe you enjoy some weird shit that needs your stuff so sound very bright.

>>55575363
Get neutral, then see what you want more or less of and go from there.

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>>55569442
Buy more comfortable headphones?

>>55563470
Anyone have experience with the E10k and AKG 240s? Is it worth investing in?

>>55575363
Neutral with smooth response if unsure. You can always alter this afterwards with equalization.

>>55547185
2 questions
are LCD 2-s worth for someone looking for more bass out of HD600s
and
how necessary is an amp for LCD 2-s or at least HD600s
currently running HD600s through rMBP

>>55576192
LCD2s aren't really more bassy, their stock response is flatter in the sub bass compared to the HD 600s but unlike HD 600s they don't have any emphasis in the bass regions. HD 600 is a bit elevated in the mid bass which could make it sound more bassy than LCD2. EQ would fix the amount of bass on your HD 600 if that's the only thing you are looking for. For me that "upgrade" doesn't seem worth it and I see HD 600s as a superior headphone. You might see it different. Even if LCD2 had a response ideal to my liking, they would be too heavy and uncomfortable to use.

As for the amplifier, not necessary at all if your rMBP can drive them. If you get enough volume and don't hear any distortion or unwanted noises from the output, you are fine with your gear. LCD2s(especially new ones with Fazor) are more sensitive than the HD 600s so they would be louder from the same output.

>>55576425
o
maybe im stupid and un/misinformed
arent they less harsh in the upper range though?
thats another complaint I have with the HD600s is that with some violin solos or some rap tracks with cymbals my head gets rattled the wrong way

>>55576885
They have a more recessed upper mids and highs resulting into more warmer overall sound signature.

>>55575760
See, it's not even a matter of comfort for me. I just don't like having shit attached to me.

>>55566847
Oppo PM-3.
>>55568009
Etymotic ER4XR.
>>55570397
Depends on the condition.
>>55576192
LCD-2 and HD600 are polar opposites. LCD-2 is much more bass heavy than the HD600 and the upper midrange is recessed. Reading your later posts, the LCD-2 might be what you want.

>>55577116
>Oppo PM-3.
Shit that looks nice and expensive, but upgrades are like that

>Budget
~$200, could be convinced to spend more
>Location
US
>Source
3.5mm, could be convinced to get a (very) small amp for desk.
>Preferred type of headphone
Closed a necessity, want these for work
>Comfort level
Will be wearing up to 10 hours a day at work, so.
>Preferred tonal balance
v-shaped or bright, probably, but I'd take headphones of other types, just don't want 'muh bass'
>Past headphones
Sony mdr-v6, I like them but looking to see what I could get with a bigger budget

>>55577254
oh, I've been using Klipsch RB-61s for speakers (with vintage amp which blunts a little bit of the brightness) for several years and really like them. Something similar would be great. Not sure if that helps with decision

>>55577254
Oppo PM-3.

>>55577254
>for work
Work requiring travel? HD25 II-1.

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>>55547185
Why shouldn't I?

>>55572576
Ever look at the LG HBS-900?

>>55577448
It's now called the HD 25 since they reorganized their old naming convention for the HD 25.

>>55574844
The Bose ANC sets are alright enough in active mode, at least. This does not necessarily hold true in passive.

There's the ATH-MSR7 ANC version, but the ANC there is not very effective. The passive isolation and sound is decent and probably one of the better/best sounding closed sets, but Bose beats it handily on comfort.

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>>55547209
don't reply to me or my thread ever again

>>55578402
When did that happen? It seems Amazon is still listing various different HD25s including the II-1.
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-25-Professional-Headphone/dp/B01CRI3UOU
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD25-1-II-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B000TDZOXG/
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD25-1-II-Basic-Edition/dp/B00009ZSYG
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD25SP-Stereo-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B000TDXPSC/

>Budget
~100 CND
>Location
Canada
>Source
3.5mm
>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Prefer comfortable but will settle for less comfortable for increase in sound quality
>Preferred tonal balance
Budget probably restricts this, but would like V-Shaped
>Past headphones
Just some bad 20$ Sennheiser headphones and whatever came free with my phone. Desktop have had Corsair Vengeance 1500 (wired) and current pair is Sennheiser Game One.

>>55578503
>http://en-us.sennheiser.com/news-sennheiser-hd-25
>Audio specialist Sennheiser has steamlined its classic HD 25 pro headphones portfolio to make product selection easier. “With seven variants to choose from, customers often asked ‘But which one is the HD 25?’,” said Jannik Schentek, portfolio manager Live Performance & Music. From March, there will be one classic HD 25 with two sister models – the HD 25 LIGHT, with has slightly different features and accessories, and the HD 25 PLUS, which adds additional accessories to further enhance the classic. The new versions can be easily recognised by the compact Sennheiser logo on the earpieces, with the version and impedance information now provided on the headband.

Spelling issues aside, the reduced lineup has been official for a few months.
The mainstay 30-year old headphone will take some time to clear out old stock, but you have the link to the renamed model already.

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>>55550728
>I thought soundcards were a meme, like Razer keyboards and RGB LED graphics cards?

Not really. If you're hearing noise when turning your amp up a bit (or if it's really shit, even without an amp) then a soundcard will fix that. I could hear my mouse moving around before I got a sound card. Scrolling down with drag middle click in Firefox had a recognizable sound.

Also, interestingly enough switching to 24bit audio removes a rhythmic background noise from the audio with my setup. It's not that I'm hearing a difference between 16bit and 24bit, but most likely that it's being processed differently and that processing path results in less noise.

The gear I experienced this with:
Headphones: Sennheiser HD558
Amp: Pro-Ject Head Box S
Soundcard: Soundblaster Z (70€ no meme frills version, pic related)
Motherboard: Asrock z77 pro3

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I'm looking for a pair of on ear headphones that fold for walking around and listening to music. I'm currently leaning towards the Sennheiser 2.0. Could anyone who owns it or has any other suggestions help me out?

>>55578720
Thanks for the update.

Just got my pair of MDR 7506 headphones, they're great so far! Thanks for the recommendation anons.

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Is this a good design for a portable headphone amp designed to drive a 56 ohm set of cans? I still need to mirror this circuit for the other audio channel but that's not hard.

7.4V LiPo battery will be the power supply. Output is ~1.7Vp max and ~30mA peak current at 1kHz.

Which one /g/?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0199APD94/ref=s9_wsim_gw_g267_i2_r?ie=UTF8&fpl=fresh&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=0J1RFG8YMEDP9MBAFFBH&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=14bf09e4-93c8-43ff-8639-e7979e7d1787&pf_rd_i=desktop

or

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017PGJYXU/ref=s9_wsim_gw_g267_i1_r?ie=UTF8&fpl=fresh&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=0J1RFG8YMEDP9MBAFFBH&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=14bf09e4-93c8-43ff-8639-e7979e7d1787&pf_rd_i=desktop

Assuming I keep the gift card for myself for maximum value of course.

Is the HD 700s worth getting at all?

Who has that price-tiered list of IEMs, looking for something as neutral and easy to use as possible for up to 50 bux, for someone who doesn't really care that much at all about sound quality, but will bitch and moan if it breaks or if it isn't comfortable.

Can anyone vouch for /csg/'s input on headphones/in ear?

https://wiki.installgentoo.com/index.php/Chink_shit_general/Everyday_carry#Headphones.2FIEMs

>>55579900
No. Spiky treble with heavily recessed upper midrange to emphasis it even more.
You either go the whole way and get HD800 or you get the HD6x0.

>>55577116
>>55576425
thanks anons
i always liked the somewhat flat response but the treble was too harsh for my liking on the hd600
i guess in 2 days ill find out if i made a mistake ordering the lcd2s

>>55581073
Enjoy 550g on your head.

>>55581611
since i dont live on my computer i dont have the forward head press that you may happen to have so additional weight isn't much of an issue

>>55547185

Is there a general for speakers?

Looking for some new ones.

Does anybody know where I can find replacement ear cups for Xiaomi Mi Headphones?

I am not able to find any, anywhere.

>>55547209
Based.

Ahoy /g/,

I'm looking for some headphones to wear at my desk. I've had some nice ones in the past, but current financial situation kind of dictates some lesser cans. Looking for something around $80.


>Budget
$100ish
>Location
Florida
>Source
Fiio DAC (forget which one)
>Preferred type of headphone
full sized circumaural
>Open or closed
Open, but I'm not opposed to closed
>Comfort level
I'd like to wear them for around 1-3 hours at a time
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral to Warm. I enjoy classical, acoustic guitar, jazz, bluegrass and folk music. Anything to bassy can wash out the sound, anything too analytical can be an issue with some of the recording quality. I'm not worried about accuracy, more into enjoyability.
>Past headphones
I've had Senny HD580, Goldring DR150, Grado SR80 (the shallow version circa 2008), Shure 110 and Shure 210. I enjoy Shure and Sennheiser's sound. The Grados were fun but WAY too uncomfortable.

>>55582892
Senn Hd558. Or you can comfy mod the SR80s if you still have them.

>>55582933
There is a guy local to me selling some AKG Q701's (the Quincy Jones version of the K701) for ~$110. Would it be worth it to go that route?

>>55583031
>Neutral to Warm.
Hard to say until you try it out yourself but it seems that you like the Senn sound and will likely find the AKG to be a bit too "cold" for your tastes.

>Budget
$60 hard limit
>Location
Northwest Missouri/Southwest Kansas and everywhere in between
>Source
going to go full heresy here but bluetooth
>Preferred type of headphone
over-ear or IEM
>Open or closed
Open
>Comfort level
Not super important. More than anything they need to stay on my head when I'm running but I'd settle for staying on just when I'm looking down.
>Preferred tonal balance
probably a little bassy. last BT headphones I had the bass was all drowned out by whatever activity I was doing at the time
>previous headphones
Sony MDRZX100, didn't stay on too good and the cord got caught on everything. Tried Jam Transit after that but those just broke after a year and didn't stay on great either.

>>55553022
Keep your eye on StoreDJ.com.au. That's where i got my headphones from for cheaper than anywhere else, with free postage (they arrived 3 days later as well!). They have a wide range. I would recommend if you live in AUS to take a look.

I've heard people say that external USB DACs are objectively better than pci soundcards? is this true?

>>55583651
Objectivity better, sure, but there will be no audible difference to a human if you're not getting interference.

How much "white noise" is acceptable?

When I plug my headphones to my motherboard directly and just do nothing there's some audible white noise, but just enough to tell you that like, it's on I guess

does interferance and static build up over time?
i have no noticeable static right now however my PC is quite new (few months)
does this mean an external DAC wont have any value over a pci soundcard to me?

>>55583651
>>55583744
>>55583777
The primary use of an external DAC is just that, convert a digital signal into an analog one and remove the hiss and interferance by isolating it.
If you are not hearing any hiss and interference or not enough to be audible through playback from whatever you are plugging it into, then it's just a waste of money to get one. Getting a DAC for """better sound quality""" is just as much a meme as expensive cables.

>>55584336
so if i dont have any buzz or interference, there is no need for a DAC or soundcard?

>>55584530
Yes, whatever you have is already doing its job well enough.

>>55584577
just standard motherboard

>>55584633
If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

>>55584679
i understand, i had thought that a soundcard or VAC would improve sound quality but i now see that it doesnt.

>>55584709
Yes, exactly. Places like Head Fi and SBAF would lead you to believe that expensive DACs do something differently than cheap ones to the 0s and 1s for a more 3D soundstage or some bullshit.
If a $149 external DAC does its job of getting rid of noise to a level lower than we can detect or care about and a $2299 can get even lower, what's the fucking point? Sure, a computer can tell the difference, but we are limited as humans and can't fucking tell the difference.
The whole high end market is powered by placebo.

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>>55584763
>he's not a bat

>Budget
£70
>Location
uk
>Source
mobo
>Preferred type of headphone
over ear
>Open or closed
little preference for closed
>Comfort level
high
>Preferred tonal balance
neutral with a slight preference for high, this isnt strict.
>Past headphones
no brand £20 ones

>>55584796
HM5 or XPT100. Whatever you can find cheaper.

>>55584796
>>55584830
im considering the takstar pro 80 and Superlux HD-681 EVO.

are these good decisions?

>>55584861
I have no direct experience with the HD681 Evo so I can't comment on that without bringing up a graph but between the Pro 80 and HM5 which have pretty much the same price on UK Amazon, the Pro 80 has a large dip then spike in the treble and a fixed cable while the HM5 is overall more neutral but generally sloping down in the treble. HM5 is probably the more preferable one for your needs.

i just want you to know that i hate every single one of you with all of your bullshit contradictory statements and shitty ideals. why the absolute fucking fuck do none of you have any fucking concept of the infinitely simple thing that is efficiency in price to performance. why do you pricks insist on flinging shit around with labels on like "texture" and "warmth" and the shittiest fucking buzzwords that an entire community seems to take seriously. why in the fuck will EVERY FUCKING PERSON recommend a different fucking setup and all claim that its objectively better and then LITERALLY FUCKING contradict themselves but five minutes later. why in the fuck will none of you acknowledge just what a cesspit of ignorance and placebo your ENTIRE FUCKING COMMUNITY is built on from the ground fucking up. for what fucking purpose do you incessantly shit out your insufferably retarded opinions like "this $400 headphone is as good as this $50 one" and not blink an eye at how fucking fucked up your excrement covered "hobby" is. why do you fucking faggot have no understand of efficient purchases and instead choose to wallow in your own shit of products marked up by 1200% and shitty youtube reviews. i sincerely recommend that every single one of you reading this kills themselves as fast as humanly possible with whatever implements you have at hand. your foul neurons dont need to exist for a single second longer.

fucking end it.

>>55585025
How Can We See If Our Eyes Aren't Real

>>55585025
>why in the fuck will none of you acknowledge just what a cesspit of ignorance and placebo your ENTIRE FUCKING COMMUNITY is built on from the ground fucking up
/hpg/ is one of the places that pretty much unanimously acknowledges this, though.

>>55585025
Have you ever been in /hpg/ before or was this pasta meant for Head-Fi?

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>>55585025
>why the absolute fucking fuck do none of you have any fucking concept of the infinitely simple thing that is efficiency in price to performance.
>why do you fucking faggot have no understand of efficient purchases and instead choose to wallow in your own shit of products marked up by 1200% and shitty youtube reviews.
People shill the HD600, K702 and DT880 hard here because it's the point before where diminishing returns really kicks in. Also the E10K, Schiit stack and O2 ODAC.

>why in the fuck will EVERY FUCKING PERSON recommend a different fucking setup and all claim that its objectively better
Just sounds like HD600, K702, DT880 shitposting war.

>why in the fuck will none of you acknowledge just what a cesspit of ignorance and placebo your ENTIRE FUCKING COMMUNITY is built on from the ground fucking up.
This >>55585077 and this >>55585129

>for what fucking purpose do you incessantly shit out your insufferably retarded opinions like "this $400 headphone is as good as this $50 one" and not blink an eye at how fucking fucked up your excrement covered "hobby" is.
I'm not sure I really understand this part but there is nothing a $50 headphone can't do that a $400 one can. The "details" that people hear is due to factors such as a more coherent frequency response, lower distortion etc. Yes, the $400 one can be better in build, comfort and technicalities but it isn't necessarily 8x better than the $50 one. Even less so in higher price points with diminishing returns.

I have a big head, I need good headphones that will fit my head. I'm quite new to all this.

Was using an AHG K240, even that is too uncomfortable for me.

So right now I'm using a Koss Portapro, but it feels kind of cheap, real comfy though. Anything that's similar but less tacky? I quite like the sound from them though.

SHP9500 was going to be my next purchase, but now I'm worried it'll be uncomfortable.

Any other recommendations? I'm okay starting a collection of meme headphones.

>>55585446
I can't guarantee that you will agree with the sound of the SHP9500 as it is more focused on treble emphasis whereas the PortaPro is pretty much just a midbass hump.
However, in terms of comfort, it is very good in this regard as the pads are huge and has a lot of space in them.

>Budget
$30 USD
>Location
Washington, USA
>Source
Android phone
>Preferred type of headphone
IEM
>Open or closed
>Comfort level
Doesnt matter as long as they sound good, comply tips are a >Budget
>Preferred type of headphone
>Preferred tonal balance
Bassy or Warm
>Past headphones
Skullcandy Hesh2 Closed/Ink'd IEM
Superlux HD 681

I listen to IDM, Downtempo, Ambient and Drum&Bass

Any replies and recommendations would be great, thanks.

>>55586036
Shit, meant comply tips are a must.
Phone shit the bed with copy and paste
:/

>>55586036
A bit difficult considering half your budget would be the cost of the Comply's but consider Piston 2/3 or E10.

>>55547209
Neither is your love life.

>>55584530
I can't imagine a DAC would even do anything about buzz or interference. A DAC is just a digital to analog converter. It takes a digital audio bitstream and converts that to a series of quantized voltage values. For instance if you have a 4-bit DAC it can output 16 different voltage states each corresponding to an input digital value between 0000 and 1111. After that it's put through a reconstruction filter to smooth out the stepwise waveform into an actually sinusoid. The filtering is where the loss occurs. The higher the resolution of your DAC the closer you are to closer you are to the true analog waveform. I think 24-bit is the standard for most audio DACs. Having a higher resolution DAC is just paying more for diminishing returns.

Buzz and interference is most likely caused by improper grounding and ground loops. An audio isolation transformer is probably a better bet for getting rid of that than a DAC is.

I just bought a pair of hd598s from the Amazon sale, currently just using them with my desktop and it's on board audio. What kind of difference would a DAC/amp give me? Is it worth purchasing one or is my onboard audio good enough?

>>55579821
>Output is ~1.7Vp max and ~30mA peak current at 1kHz
That's around the range a smartphone could do.

>>55586634
16 bits for 16 bit audio.
Grounding issues do come up, but having a converter less exposed to sources of interference solves lots of issues. It would hopefully have a lower noise floor as well.

>>55586667
Less midbass bloat due to lower output impedance. If you are getting enough volume and not hearing hiss, then you're fine.

>>55547209
How will op recover from this?

>>55585446
Fidelio X2 is pretty fuckin comfy albeit a little heavy, probably well above your target budget.I don't know if they still pop up for 200 USD on sale.

Its elastic band stretches a fair bit and they have increased the size of the top support to accommodate larger heads. There pads are mc large huge and thick as well, fairly comfy.

Sound signature has an emphasis on bass similar to the porta pros and are built like a motherfucking tank.

I don't have a large head myself but tyll does, you can check his review on them.

You might want to look for other offerings as well and compare them.

Safest bet is to get yourself a more neutral sounding all rounder pair if you are unsure what sound signature you want.

If you liked the porta pros chances are you'd to have a fair amount of bass but not so much that it ends up dark sounding, in that case X2 has you covered.

But there probably are better headphones out there at the same price range. Or lower price range headphones with a similar signature.

SHP9500 might be weak in the bass department, M50X is closer in price with better bass, not sure if they'd be comfy on big heads and I hear there are way better alternatives for the money.

>>55586759
Some applications are a bit quiet on my computer, maybe worth investing in one if there's something cheap enough? What kind of price would I be looking at, $20 or $30 I think it would be worth it.

>>55578547
bumping this

>>55586634
Digital signals have error correction, while analog does not. Hissing is usually a form of interference, so you want to convert the signal into analog at a later point hoping that there's less interference.

How does /hpg/ feel about the Monoprice 8323s?

I have a flight tomorrow. The only pair of headphones I have is the HE-400 (don't ask...) with an aftermarket 1/4 inch male cable. How shit would an open-back perform in an airplane? If it's not too bad I think I'll just get a 1/4 inch female adapter with a 3.5mm male so I can plug it into my laptop.

>Budget
$1000
>Location
US
>Source
macbook air
>Preferred type of headphone
circumaural
>Open or closed
open
>Comfort level
idc
>Preferred tonal balance
flat maybe as long as the high end isnt headache inducing
>Past headphones
hd600 - maybe could have more bass?
seems kind of dry and boring when i play non classical music like pop or rap

currently looking at LCD-2/HD800 since it went down in price after HD800S

>>55590093
It will get noisy. The HE-400s don't really isolate anything at all. Performance-wise.. I dont know what you plan on plugging them into, but they might sound a little thinner than usual.
I have the HE-400s myself and love them to death, but I would not dream of bringing them outside the home.

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