/hpg/ - Headphone General

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These gon be gud?

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>http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/enter-next-generation-focal-elear-headphone-page-2#aJ4SzdqU0dlLqI2M.97

Hd800S owners got cucked, but dont understand how they do it with just 40mm drivers and not 50mms

copypasting from last thread.

>Budget
under $50 if possible.
>Location
europe
>Source
phone
>Type of headphone
full sized
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
comfy

i work in a datacenter and spend several hours/day next to rather loud equipment. i need something wireless as cables get in the way (so bluetooth) and closed (because noise). ability to control music (play/pause, next/previous) and take calls with them is kinda must have.

>>57427925
I sure hope so.

>>57427747

>Budget
Nothing ridiculous
>Location
UK/Europe
>Source
Standard 3.5mm jack on PC
>Type of headphone
Full size
>Open or closed
Not fussed
>Comfort level
Ultra comfy
>Past headphones
Gaymen Astro A40s. Sound was good (I don't have much experience), comfort ok but bullshit headband starts to hurt after prolonged use

Basically awesome sounding headphones to an idiot who can wear them for ages comfortably

>Budget
15$
>Location
Eastern Europe (Russia)
>Source
Phone/PC
>Type of headphone
Pic related is prefered
>Past headphones
Panasonic RP-HS46E-K - pic related. Liked them because they were light and comfortable, however one headphone got broken two times.

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>>57428620
Damn, forgot pic

A-Are speakers also welcome?

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>Budget
40€/45$
>Location
Sweden
>Source
Mp3 player, android, pc.
>Type of headphone
IEM
>Comfort level
Comfortable while lying down.
>Past headphones
Koss Porta Pro, ATH AD700X, Sony MDR-V6

Looking for good isolation.

>>57428620
Koss KCS75

Can anyone here give me they're experience with lcd-2.

Thinking of buying them.

>>57428652
No.

Suggest me a starter dac /hpg/.
No experience so please be gentle.
M50s

>>57428388
take sony, you should be fine.

>>57428857
Demo'd them at the local Mag booth, great sound but kind of heavy.

>>57428886
audioquest dragonfly

>>57428922
>>57428886
Alternatively cheaper options are FiiO K1 or Monoprice's USB DAC (Essentially a Dragonfly 1.2)

>>57428922
>audioquest dragonfly
>still recommending this trash

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>>57429013
>32 bit ess saber for under 100 dollars
okay buddy.

>>57429035
>9010/9016
lol

http://hifimediy.com/DACs/Sabre-9018-DAC

>>57429060
holy fuck... is there an amp/preamp in there as well?

>>57429123
there's an amp, volume control needs to be done on the device.

>>57429143
well fuck me sideways. I take back what i said (i'll still stick with my dragonfly cuz i have an affiliate link and got it for $40 bucks but yeah thats better)

>>57428652
Yes.

>>57428652
Maybe

>>57427951
>squeakerphones

>>57428652
>>57428652
When Scythe Kro Craft rev.B speakers and Lepai 20w amp (70$ combo) blows out headphones like X2, HD600 and the like by miles, I do not understand this HPG meme. You get real presence with studio monitors, like the singer is in front of you and great width in stereo.

Then you add an active subwoofer for 50-100$ and you have great low end for movies.

And Hd600 cost 300$ + amp dac for 80$... Cucked.

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I'm about to go buy the HD 598SE mates.
I can't decide on a DAC though.

Should I get the FiiO E10K or Origen+?
Or is there another one I should look at around the same budget?

>>57428637
These style of headphones are super cute, but I only ever see super cheap headphones with that design.

Do any actual quality headphones with that design exist?

>>57429973
http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/headphones/3a7a722cee1e3fe9/

>Budget
1USD
>Location
Uganda
>Source
Nokia N91
>Type of headphone
IEM
>Comfort level
Don't disturb others at the dorm
>Past headphones
None.

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>>57427747
>Budget
Less than 200 preferably.
>Location
Germany.
>Source
Smartphone and PC.
>Open or closed
Closed

Mostly I would like comfy headphones that are portable / light, so I'm leaning toward on-ear. Pic related is also bluetooth, could I do better with my budget?

>
>>57429916
SMSL M3/M6/V2 (shitty QC though)
FX-audio DAC X6
xDuoo XD-03/XD-05

But you don't really need an amp with your 598SE

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>>57429276
>>57429200
>>57428871
I'll take that as a yes!
System consists of 2 x Klipsch RP-280F, a Densen B-100 amp, a Densen B-400 CD player and a Musical Fidelity V90-DAC (not on picture).
Been thinking about adding an option for wireless connection, anybody have recommendations?

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>>57427951
audiophools get fucked. dont understand how you do with anything smaller than 70mm.

>>57430052
But, is it ACCURAT and SOUNDS GOOD though?
Snake oil

>>57429916
>Origen+
Why is it so ugly?

>>57430400
Sorry, what?

>>57430645
You got ripped off.

>>57430706
I disagree.

>>57430025
HD 25 plus
It's very light and durable plus the velour pads included are pretty comfy

>>57427925
High mass and weight can make certain positions awkward with the LCD-2 on. In particular, it shifts around on my head a bit if I lean too much. Clamp and headband pressure are consrquences, but the thick pads try to distribute the pressure. Successful distribution and comfort may vary.
Mediocre sensitivity overall. Sensitivity is very flat and of average level from 20 to 1000 Hz. Response drops sharply before eventually picking up again around 8-9 kHz or so.
I would not say the LCD headphones sound unclear or indistinct. I don't like the drop in treble, but I'm not the one who is asking.

>>57427925
It's the fucking HD650. It's a perennially popular model. The Massdrop sale is not that good, not that this would stop anyone from dogpiling on it.

>>57431365
Why isn't the massdrop that good?

>Budget
$100
>Location
USA
>Source
FiiO
>Type of headphone
Over ear
>Open or closed
Open prefered, either works
>Comfort level
Doesnt matter, I have spare velours from my Superlux HD 681
>Sound signature
V Shaped
>Past headphones
Skullcandy Hesh2
Superlux HD 681
Samson SR950

JVC-HAFX40
Skullcandy Ink'd
VE Monk+

I listen to Drum and Bass. I will also be using them for gaming (CSGO, Battlefield 4, osu!)

>>57431398
FiiO K1*

>>57427747
Is JK truly, finally gone?

>>57427747
My last headphones are dying so I could use some help

>Budget
Up to $100. I can go 5-10 over but not more than that.
>Location
USA, East Coast.
>Source
3.5mm ports
>Type
Full sized
>Open or closed
It doesn't matter too much but I'd prefer closed
>Comfort level
I'll take comfort over audio quality
>Previous headphones
Just some cheap Sony MDR-V55s my parents got me as a gift. I've had em for a while but they've finally given out.

Thanks in advance.

>>57431382
It's a sale that runs deeper than almost all on the 650, but:

-Massdrop is really slow with shipping. By the time you get it (late December domestic), Amazon and other retailers will have had a sale on the HD650 under 300 dollars or so, and one that doesn't require you to wait six weeks to get it. There might be one right now.
-No returns, refunds.

Friends, I am having second thoughts.

I have prepared to get the Sennheiser HD6xx on massdrop, plus the Schiit Audio Magni2uber + Modi2uber. Together it is $500, probably $550-600 after shipping.

The more I think about it, the more I feel like it's too much money. It would be the first time in years that I have 'treated' myself to something expensive, yet I can't stop feeling guilty about it.

Now I'm thinking I might want to get the HD598 and a (tube) DAC/AMP, although I know one isn't necessary.

Can someone suggest a better combo for less than $300, cause in my mind there's a big difference between $500 and $300.

>>57431749
Think about how much a normal HD650 costs.

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>>57427747
>Budget
30-60$ - flexible
>Location
Europe
>Source
3.5mm jack on PC or laptop
>Type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Either... possibly closed, whatever...
>Comfort level
Prefer to be comfy... I don't need it to dongle my balls and stroke my wiener, but I don't want it to make me sweat or make my ears hurt.
>Sound signature
Don't care. As long as it's not a pair of "uhm-tiss uhm-tiss" bass-boosted wannabee-rap-nigger headphones.
>Past headphones
Sennheiser HD201

>>57431749
>Schiit Audio Magni2uber + Modi2uber
>(tube) DAC/AMP
Why are you buying this stuff?

>>57431769
Yes, as much as the whole Magni+Modi+HD6xx combo.

But that's why I wouldn't normally buy the HD650s, but the HD598s. I'm only considering buying them cause it seems like such a good deal.

>>57431783
The HD650s need an amplifier.

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>>57431815

>>57431803
>The HD650s need an amplifier.
Says who? A person who doesn't know electronics making that judgment? The HD650 can work well out of a laptop (or not). You can figure out what you actually need in terms of voltage, or you can try and buy until you figure something out.

Maybe if I restate it: why do you think you need these things?

>>57431815
>furry waifu
>furry headphone

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>>57431803
Don't waste your time with tubes unless you want them for looks.
Sold my tube amp for a better and more convenient SS amp, don't regret it at all.

>>57431929
>why do you think you need these things?

I need a pair of headphones to listen to music.

I have a record player with a pre-amp built-in and RCA connectors as out, Audio-Technica PL-120. So I need an amp to plug that in. I'd also like the amp to be USB so I can plug in my computer.

>>57427951
>he cites tyll as a source of any authority or information
>driver type meme elevates to driver size meme
>can't avoid making a comparison to another headphone from a competing brand

>>57429035
Who cares when the device performs like shit and on top of that is manufactured by a literal garbage brand? I couldn't sleep at night if I had willingly given money to Audioquest.

>>57431815
Make a new template white nigga. Consider obtaining a new waifu too.

>>57432447
I'm too lazy to make another template
>switching waifus
you're a fucking slut get the fuck out you faggot

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>>57432518
>you're a fucking slut
I don't want to hear that from you with your shit webtoon furry """"waifu"""" go kys. I bet you haven't washed the DT770 pads in a year.

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>>57432591
>he actually uses his headphones
wow.

Dt 770 good for edm? Mostly darksynth.

>>57432011
>I have a record player with a pre-amp built-in and RCA connectors as out, Audio-Technica PL-120. So I need an amp to plug that in.
The Magni has one pair of inputs, uber or otherwise. You need add a switch or get a different amplifier.
>I'd also like the amp to be USB so I can plug in my computer.
The TRS ouput most computers have does that. Otherwise, a cheaper dongle unit or soundcard can be used.

>Budget
Max of $200, but I'd like to keep it under $150.
>Location
US
>Source
Computer entirely specifically a SMSL M3 via Optical.
>Type of headphone
Over ear or On-Ear
>Open or closed
Preferably closed since they'll used in a rather noisy house.
>Comfort level
Comfortable enough to wear for hours at a time
>Sound signature
I aim for Neutral in the IEM's I wear because I use them almost exclusively for music and audio-books, but my only want here is they are clear and clean. Neutral, bass heavy, v shaped, don' much care.
>Past headphones
Fischer Audio DBA-02
Klipsch Custom 3's
Vsonic G07
Fiio EX1's (Dunu Titan 1's)
Shure SRH-440's
Grado Sr80i's


I've looked at the Audio-Technia ATHM50x and wanted them for a while mostly because of the glowing review's Head-Fi gave 'em. But i'm not so sure anymore.

>>57433608
>The Magni has one pair of inputs, uber or otherwise. You need add a switch or get a different amplifier.
But all I need is one input.

I was also looking at JDS Labs Objective 2 amplifier.

>The TRS ouput most computers have does that. Otherwise, a cheaper dongle unit or soundcard can be used.

I'm afraid of the noise inside the soundcard/computer. Is that a legitimate concern?

Also, is this an 'OK' DAC?

https://www.amazon.com/D03K-Digital-Analog-Audio-Converter/dp/B009346RSS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478564023&sr=8-1&keywords=fiio+d03k

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Got a 200 dollar from microcenter.
Thinking of getting some headphones which ones should i get?
I Dont know much my only ideal desing would be mic and none leather cups

I've been told that I'm loud as fuck while I'm talking online with headphones on. Would I be more cognizant of my voice with open headphones?

>>57431749
Why not fiio 10? Fucking cheap and works, and clean sound. No need to buy those fancy amps, theyre all bullshit broscience.

If youre worried about spending that money, get a pair of nice speakers instead. More bang per buck

>>57434425
>get a pair of nice speakers instead. More bang per buck
Such as?

I've asked before but I'll ask again. Is this a decent DAC?
https://www.amazon.com/D03K-Digital-Analog-Audio-Converter/dp/B009346RSS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478564023&sr=8-1&keywords=fiio+d03k

>>57433746
>I was also looking at JDS Labs Objective 2 amplifier.
>Also, is this an 'OK' DAC?
You're suppose to pair a JDS Labs ODAC with it.

>>57434469
Elac b6s (or b5, or literally a multitude around 300$) and any decent receiver, even cheap 5.1s (or 2.1) will do since they have and external dac and amplifier.

Once you go great speakers, you never go back.

>>57434469
And to answer that q, it is an external dac, its better than your phones or computers, gets the job done. It doesnt amp though. Wasted money since amp/dac is more effecient if youre cheaping out (unless you get the behringer external usb dac/amp for 30$)

>>57434379
Yes

>>57434593
Guess that's all the excuse I need. Does anything good ever go on sale on black friday, or is it just the shit that no one ever wanted and they need to clear out?

>>57434513
>Elac b5
They are 5.5", how loud can they go?

If I'm getting speakers I'd rather have something I can hear throughout the house.

Currently I have Bose Companion 2 (bought them over 6 years ago). I know Bose is a meme but they were on sale.

>>57434613
I got $99 HD598's a few years ago

>>57428505
M40x's for closed, SHP9500 for open
both under 100 I'm pretty sure

>>57434614
Too loud, dont think theres any modern speaker in the 300$ range that wont make your ears ring, hell my old 50$ logitechs were too loud for a small houseparties if turned up.

>>57430075
I need that 4Hz base yo

>>57434614
Get some real monitors

>>57434614
For $300 I got a pair of mackie MR5's. Combined with my memey scarlett audio interface it sounds fantastic, even at high volumes for a whole house (trying to play over a full-on party however, it can't keep up that kind of volumes without thermal throttling)
I'd rather spend more for an 8" monitor pair for better bass clarity and high volume tolerance or just add a sub if I was just listening casually

>Budget
70 USD and under
>Location
USA
>Source
Headphone jack
>Type of headphone
Full size
>Open or closed
Doesn't matter

Something with a mic that's not shit quality and preferably has padding for the top of the head. They're gonna be desktop heaphones

>>57433746
>But all I need is one input.
One at a time perhaps, but you can't feed the amp with both the turntable and computer output at the same time.
>I'm afraid of the noise inside the soundcard/computer. Is that a legitimate concern?
Well, soundcards are not equal, as with computers. Some make more noise than others.
It is a potential issue, but if the HD 650 were as insensitive as you thought, you wouldn't get much noise either.
>D03K
Doesn't look better than okay as a DAC. Be aware that it doesn't accept USB data, optical and coax digital only.

>>57434553
>its better than your phones or computers
Not quite.
>behringer external usb dac/amp
The UCA202 with the junk headphone output?

>>57434485
>You're suppose to pair a JDS Labs ODAC with it.
No reason to do so, other than to move the converter module inside the amp chassis.

>>57435026
>better than okay
Better than middling

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USB Mixer:
>DAC
>amp
>EQ
>Mixer
>multiple inputs
>one sexy package
Debate me

Will the Fiio K5 + E17K drive the DT880 600ohm?

>>57435107
Why the fuck would you get 600ohm headphones with no high-output equipment already?

QC35 or MDR1000X?

Purely on sound, otherwise they're the same.

>>57428907
Legit, get used sennheisers off of eBay.

>>57431777
Portapro

>>57435096
cheap and a good bang for your buck.
Using it for internet radio, anon.

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Anyone know of a (good) DAC/Amp or just an amp that has separate volume controls for the headphone and RCA outputs?
Budget would be around $200 usd or under

Like pic related, it's what I'm using now but it's pretty crappy and I'm looking to upgrade

>>57435026
Yes they are garbage but better than built into cheap phones, motherboards, laptops. But I dont suggest buying them, since fiio or eq. is the minimum.

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>Reposting
>>57420421

My M50X's just broke. looking for the exact same experience but more comfortable. I got to the point where i couldnt wear them for longer than 15mins, even after replacing the pads.

I've looked into 598 Cs, and it looks decent. Thoughts? Anything better for ~$200?

hd6xx + smsl m3
or
hd600 + smsl m6
?

>>57435107
Very loudly.

>>57435165
>Measurements:
https://clarityfidelity.blogspot.com/2016/10/sony-mdr-1000x-bt-nc-over-ear-headphones.html
http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/outstanding-bose-quiet-comfort-35-wireless-noise-canceling-headphone-measurements

The response is pretty poor without ANC/Bluetooth active.
Digital operation activates the EQ which patches up major issues, but the EQ choice is still somewhat questionable, and they still aren't amazing. Could apply additional EQ of your own.

Which one is less bad in passive mode? Personally the Sony, I think, whereas I would say the Bose wins in active mode.

>Budget
$100-$280
>Location
USA
>Source
Mostly either phone or desktop
>Type of headphone
Full-sized
>Open or closed
Doesn't matter, whichever sounds better
>Comfort level
Comfy enough to wear for 8 hours at a time
>Sound signature
Don't care but probably have to go for bassy or v-shaped
>Past headphones
Never owned a pair of headphones over $20 except for the Ausdom M06 which I happen to like a lot especially because they're wireless, but bluetooth is too slow to use for playing something like CS:GO. I would prefer wireless but ultimately I want the best bang for my buck. I don't have a DAC nor do I want one so headphones that need those are out of the question too. I was thinking about HIFIMAN HE400S, anyone have experience with them?

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>Budget
40-80 USD
>Location
USA
>Source
2.5 mm to 3.5 mm detachable headphone jack (to have the option to add a boom mic)
>Type of headphone
Over-ear fabric-padded preferred
>Open or closed
Closed for privacy
>Comfort level
Moderate, don't want the pads pressing on my ears, thus pressing my ears against my glasses
>Sound signature
closest to rich all around sound with clear bass
>Past headphones
Creative Sound Blaster Tactic3D Fury: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826158200

So far looking at Sennheiser HD 439, but I have mixed feelings. Pic Related

>Budget
100€
>Location
Slovenia
>Source
nokia phone, laptop
>Type of headphone
IEM
>Comfort level
comfortable enough not to fall out of ear and need constant adjustment
>Sound signature
don't know really, I don't want any extreme shit, maybe just a little bit more bass

>>57428857
See >>57431365

>>57435107
Although, you could just make do with the E17.

>>57435849
You could research the shure 215's. They're supposed to have pretty good lows and mids with the highs rolled off a bit. People usually say they're comfortable and isolate a lot, and the removable cable is always nice in case the cable breaks.

>>57435640
>Bose wins over the audiophile marketed Sony headphones with $50 more
wat

How the fug does Bose just win? They should have mediocre highs. Of course I could just always use my Bose in active mode to keep the music good, and use my hd558 at home.

>>57435366
If it needs usb the yamaha steinberg ur22mkii

If it needs other connectors you're shit out of luck for the price range.

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I need some closed back headphones with a warm sound signature under 50 dollars. Anyone try the brain wavz hm2? I just need portability, comfort, and good sound.

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>>57429973
Koss KSC75

>Budget
Around $150 USD
>Location
Texas
>Source
Computer/Phone
>Type of Headphone
Full Sized
>Comfort Level
Comfortable enough to not know they're there if high
>Past Headphones
Technical Pro HPT990 is the only reference I have to what I want. Cable is going out on it.

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Recently got a Hugo, good stuff.
Certainly not 2-3x an improvement over the Mojo, but if a significant improvement in soundstage is worth that price for you, then by all means.

>>57427747
I'm between the XPT100s and the HM5.

Both are pretty much the same headphones BUT I noticed that XPT100s build quality (and packaging, seriously who the fuck thinks a big ass box full of foam is a good idea for packaging budget headphones) seems worse than its more expensive brother, however, HM5 has a tendency to squish heads like nuts.
Also some small details in the sound that most reviewers noticed worse on the 100s.

Which one will last me longer?

Thoughts on the TEAC AI-101DA?
apart from >wireless audio

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>>57436747
>chord

i bought hd558s for 65$~

howd i do senpai?

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>>57436747
The Hugo is worse than the Mojo.

>Budget
$100
>Location
USA
>Source
FiiO K1
>Type of headphone
Over ear
>Open or closed
Open prefered, either works
>Comfort level
Doesnt matter, I have spare velours from my Superlux HD 681
>Sound signature
V Shaped
>Past headphones
Skullcandy Hesh2
Superlux HD 681
Samson SR950

JVC-HAFX40
Skullcandy Ink'd
VE Monk+

I listen to Drum and Bass. I will also be using them for gaming (CSGO, Battlefield 4, osu!)
I'm currently loving the Samsons but wished they were open. Is the Presonus HD7 any good?

I'm probably jumping on the Memedrop 6xx, rec me an amp to use
Currently using HD558s unamped, would I even need one for the 6xx?

Anyways, using a modified form
>Budget
$150 usd or lower
>Location
Canada
>Headphone
HD650
>Need
DAC/amp

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I was preparing to change the worn out pads on my Sony MDR-7506's with the Beyerdynamic ones I see everyone talking about, and I saw that the paper-like stuff covering the holes around the driver is crumpled and coming off. Because it was covering those holes, I assume having the paper there is important to sound quality. Should I just try to tape it back on, or am I fucked somehow? Also, the foam around the right diver is sliding/peeling off. What should I do? It looks fucking ugly.

>>57437536
E10K
1
0
K

>>57435562
Both are nearly measured the same on Innerfidelity. Why is it that? I have HD600 should I not buy HD6XX? I have no money.

>>57435562
http://www.innerfidelity.com/images/MassdropHD6XX.pdf
www.innerfidelity.com/images/SennheiserHD600.pdf

Buy or Not buy? I already have HD600. Everyone and their mom is getting one.

>>57437813
6XX is the 650 so it's better.

>>57434836
SHP9500 and a cheap clip on mic

Alternatively, a used SHP9500 and a vmoda boom pro

>Budget
Under 100$
>Location
U.S
>Source
Phone
>Type of headphone
Over or on ear. Super portable.
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Comfy enough to wear for hours
>Sound signature
Warm, non shrill highs
>Past headphone
Sonys mdr7506, koss pp, rock zircon
Really appreciate it.

>>57436747
>converter and amplifier affecting soundstage
boy o boy

also >>57437312

Can someone recommend me some good in ear earphones without buds like the apple ones but you know, not shit $60+

>>57430052
>anybody have recommendations?

return it while you can

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>>57437854
>650 is bigger than 600
>so it's better

>>57438442
You get a HD650 for $200.

>>57430052
on unrelated topic of speakers

headphone - always peak performance
speakers - room composition, sitting position fq response changes every time you move your head tiny bit, room reflection, windows reflections, distance etc.
million little things that mess with speakers

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>>57438442
It is about 8.3333333333333333333333% better, yes.

>>57438456
in 3 months if you are lucky and they are not sold out yet
also it's about $260 with shipping = you could get 600s for 270 a little while back(they go on sale often enough) for that and in 3 days with free shipping

>>57438487
Ausfag here. 6XX for 200+15USD is still more than 50AUD cheaper than a 600.
I'm considering joining the drop and just applying EQ to make it more 600-esque than it already is.

>>57438473
>always peak performance
Not really. Headphones have issues with seal and positional changes on the head alter their response. Well designed models are less prone to this but it's still an issue. Due to the positional variance and headphone drivers' often very resonant response in the treble, they fall short of loudspeakers in accuracy. Even EQ does not always effectively fix it as the peak you equalize might have shifted elsewhere on the next time you put the headphones on. Headphones also do not present stereo image like loudspeakers do so you won't hear loudspeaker mastered recordings properly.

While loudspeakers definitely add more things to take care of and fiddle with, they aren't worse because of that. You really don't have to make careful acoustic treatment or even use EQ to get very nice sound from loudspeakers in a room. Treble range is almost always more accurate out of the box on any competent loudspeaker design. Bass extension and accuracy is hard but to get it well in a single spot can be adjusted with simple EQ in most situations. Well designed loudspeakers also lessen the effects of room response. Ultimately I think loudspeakers are superior device for listening as far as sound quality goes but there are some caveats. And from headphones, canalphones are the nicest thing.

k712 vs h650/hd6xx?

>>57438473
normal people cannot pick up those changes. when they do they go WWWWWWOOOOOAAAAAAHHHH and then believe they're sick

How does HD598 compare to HD558 in comfort ? I own HD558 and they're the most comfortable headphones I've ever had on my head, but they have velour earpads and headband, while HD598 has leather earpads and headbead, I was wondering if leather was more or less comfortable

>>57438710
>HD598 has leather earpads
It doesn't. It has pleather headband but velour earpads. Comfort basically the same.

>>57438710
The same.

>>57438710
Its literally the same sounding headphone, same frickin drivers even! Get hd650 or something else if you wanna upgrade

>>57438710
exactly the same, they sound sort of the same
i'd stick with 558s, 598s has more detail but less bass
or upgrade to 600s/650 which have great detail and bass compared to 5xxs

>>57438513
>I'm considering joining the drop
I bet you are already too late.

>>57438990
It starts at 1am here so I'll be fine.

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Is there such a thing as a good Bluetooth-3.5mm adapter?

I already have a good pair of headphones, but sometimes it would be easier if I could enjoy the benefits of bluetooth.
It would be nice if there were some small bluetooth receiver I could just plug into my headphones.

Does anyone have any experience with something of the sort?

Hi, /hpg/. I'm looking for a headphone monitor por music production.

>Budget
Around 100€. Flexible
>Location
Spain. I don't mind shopping internationally.
>Source
Audio Interface. Possibly a Scarlett 2i2
>Type of headphone
Full-sized
>Comfort level
I dom't care for less comfort if it means greater quality.
>Sound signature
Neutral. Flat frequency response, please.
>Past headphones
Never had one of this kind, hence the advice request.

One that caught my attention is the Yamaha RH5MA. Is it good or I'm being memed?

>>57439084
Plenty of them
As long as it is bluetooth 4.0/4.1 sound quality will be fine

battery and size are the real worries

>>57439302
Best monitoring headphones are MDR 7506.
No contest within that price range. They're the professional standard. Shure also make some good options.

>massdrop ded
it was never meant to be I guess

>>57440020
Just refresh m8.

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>>57440020
There's still plenty of time.

>>57438675
>I'm a superior human being
This is autism.

>>57440029
>>57440030
I'm trying to sign up. Spinner just keeps spinning.

>Goes through paypal
>Doesn't show that I joined on Massdrop
Should I cancel then?

>number keeps going up on massdrop
>still can't get it
I'm not gonna make it bros

so what are the chances of being able to find hd650s for $200 in the future?

>Finally in via CC
Hopefully they won't charge my Paypal even though a transaction is already pending on it.

>>57440677
yes

>Salty mfers in MD comments about not maximizing your chances to get one by having multiple tabs open
kek

>tfw missed the hdxxx drop

fuck

>>57436747
John?

What was the window of getting a HD6XX?

>>57441133
Sold out in 2 hours.

>>57441133
2 Hours. I got 3 confirmation emails for 3 drops so there are probably a lot of duplicates. Keep your eyes open for when the duplicates are removed.

How can a website whose business solely revolves around limited time/quantity deals be so incompetent in handling server load? I want the 2016 webdev attitude of "we value sleek UI above everything" to end

Audio Technica ATH-M50X Professional
Are these good if so are they comfy

>>57438981
>558 has more bass
In general or with the foam? Since I've done the foam mod to remove it
Just been wondering if they're more or less comfortable, since black friday/cyber monday is close and last time 598SE were 100€ and they should be better build quality than 558

>>57441522
Too expensive when before they were at Sony MDR7506 or Sony V6 prices. Pads are really hard and tiny. Needs Brainwavs HM5 pads IMO.

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I need your opinion /hpg/

I gave a girl I was going out with my SE215. It wasn't a 'real gift' kind of thing. Her monitors broke at that time so I told her to take mine. Now that we've broken up is it ok for me to ask it back from her?
I know asking for gifts back is just wrong but technically this one wasn't a gift right?

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>oh hey we have a whole fuck ton of HD650's nobody wants because HD600

>fuck what do we do

>oh lets just repaint them and make some Massdrop thing and all the goys will snatch them up like candy even though the general consensus is that they're worse than the HD600

>>57441708
>oh hey we have a whole fuck ton of HD650's nobody wants because HD600
>someone actually believes this and that massdrop did not just pick the superior headphone to drop

>>57441719
it's not too late to get a refund

>>57441748
yeah you probably should refund those distorted, inaccurated piece of shit with the ugly marble countertop finish.

HD 580 > HD 650 > HD 600

Best earbuds? Already have some m50x, etc. But when I'm in the office I need something that doesn't look like OPs pic.

Thanks in advance bros.

>>57441755
lmao alrighty then

>>57441791
enjoy your glary trash

>>57441755
Differences between HD600 and 580 are neglible, unaudible even. 650 has more recessed mids.

>>57441958
>650 has more recessed mids.
more neutral upper mids* 600 have a hump

650 also have lower distortion across the board

>>57441966
yes! jump through the hoops of bias my consumerist goy! good good!

>>57441966
>more neutral upper mids* 600 have a hump
Some may have, early 650 samples (which i have) have that same hump, but rest of the midrange is recessed.

>650 also have lower distortion across the board
Inaudible.

>>57441991
keep shilling your reddit memephones, i'm sure someone will fall for it

>>57441997
>Inaudible.
tell that to the people complaining about the bass distortion in the hd800S

>>57442009
HD580 and 600 were the subject.
And i don't know about 800s, but HD800 sure as hell doesn't have any audible bass distortion.

>>57441966
Innerfidelity measurements? For all we know Tyll dissasembles the headphones and it wasn't a brand new virgin measurement https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBpic9jbjzs

Need more measurement samples. Your basing this on one sample.

>>57442094
This and there seems to be huge difference frequency range between early and current samples (when comparing phones, that have been in production for decade or more).

>>57442009
nobody here is shilling except you dipshit

I bought the HD6xx (HD650) on Massdrop today for $214.99 shipped.

How did I do?

>>57442343
Good. Here's an upvote.

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>didn't wake up in time for the drop
Fuck.

>Budget
max $250
Preferably $150-200

>Location
NJ, US

>Source
Desktop,
Willing to buy amp

>Type of headphone
Over-ear

>Open or closed
Closed

>Comfort level
Very,
Willing to buy third party cups

>Sound signature
Flat, for mixing, recording, production, etc

>Past headphones
Jaybird X2
m50x

I like how comfortable the m50x's are, though the band can hurt after really extended use.

>>57442454
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro

Anyone know a pair of headphones that are literally the exact same thing as Brainwavz HM5 but with ear cup hinges made of metal? the HM5 has plastic hinges and they break. Need something sturdier.

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Please recommend me a nice DAC/AMP for somebody who has never had had a DAC/AMP before!
My budget is ~$140.

I've heard nothing but bad things about everything FiiO so please don't recommend them, thanks.

My ATH-M50s finally broke.

Should I go for the M40x or M50x?

>>57438442

No, it's better because the 650 IS better. The 700 isn't better than the 650, for example.

>Just dropped $120 on HD598s on a friend's recommendation
>Didn't even realise the HD6xx were going to be a thing really soon
>I could've just saved my fucking money and waited
fucking kill me mates

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>>57442739
>AMP
>I've heard nothing but bad things about everything FiiO so please don't recommend them, thanks.
>source: head fi

If you need to ask, you don't need one.

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>Budget
300$
>Location
Europe
>Source
MacBookPro
>Headphones
Sennheiser HD 600

I want to get a 'portable' amp/dac for my HD 600. Not necessary something to carry in a pocket, altho it would be welcomed, but something not resembling a big box on my table. I really liked OPPO HA-2SE, but it will only feed 30 mW into 300 Ohm. Is there anything portable that can drive HD 600 reasonably well?

>>57442590
>Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
need to be flat, like i said

>>57443253
That's more powerful than an E10K and those drive the HD600s fine.

>>57442876
i think the 80 dollar difference is justifiable desu, don't stress it- the hd598s are still great and don't require an amp. the hd6xx + amp is going to cost you 200 or more if getting a decent amp.

>>57443529
hd6x0's don't need amps

MME M6 pro or Hifiman re 400???

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>>57427747
hey /g/auiz, what amp/dac duo will enable the largest soundstage for my set of cans? I currently have the HD598 and I need a DAC/AMP Duo badly, thanks. portability would be preferred. i heard the valhalla 2 is good or the schiit vali 2 for their price (good ratios). but those are desktop.

>Budget
$80-100

>Location
U.S.

>Source
Computer Monitor, Phone Jack, Computer
Jack

>Type of Headphone
Full Sized

>Open or Closed
Closed

>How comfortable
Decent comfort.

>Sound Signature
Neutral

I'm currently looking at some Audio Technica ATH-M40X, but I wanted to know what /g/ thought.

>>57443753
definitely m40x

>>57443747
>soundstage meme
O2+ODAC

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Just picked these up at a Guitar Center sale for $69.99.

Did I do good?

>>57442343
I bought 'em too! It will be 230 euro after shipment and tax but still ~100 euro cheaper than is stores around me.

>>57443573
>hd6x0's don't need amps
>hd650
>600ohm impedance
>don't need amps

Please stay out of this thread you turbopleb.

>>57444240
I forgot about the import duty. It's 25% in fucking Norway. So I'll be paying US$248. Still beats the Amazon price of $350 before shipping.

I just bought the Status Audio OB-1.
What performance can I expect out of them? I am coming from the Skullcandy Hesh 2.

>>57429973
>super cute

Cringe

>>57444659
t. super uncute person

>>57443253
>only feed 30 mW into 300 Ohm
3 Volts is alot more than you seem to think.

>>57444347
Impedance doesn't say much by itself. That's one of those audio myths that get tossed around.
Voltage and the device's ability to sustain voltage drop across the load are all that are needed to be known.

>>57431803
>The HD650s need an amplifier.
My Xonar DX was able to driver them almost identically to an O2, they worked fine on integrated audio too. Using the O2 the mid-bass is a bit less boomy but it's quite a subtle change, not a big deal at all. If you want to get 650s I suggest trying them out on whatever source you have to see if they sound good to you, unless all you've got is a line-level output meant to be connected to some device with very high input impedance and not headphones.

>>57435813
philips shp9500

>>57445823
>ignores anons request for Closed for privacy

>>57435813
>graduating from soundblaster red gaymshit to sennheisers
This is the path I took like four years ago, except I copped some HD419s. You're in for a god damn treat, my man.

I'm thinking about buying a graphical equalizer. Anyone else use one with headphones? Does anyone recommend one?

Setup:
Schiit Modi 2U ->
Behringer Ultragraph Pro FBQ3102HD ->
Schiit Magni 2U

>Budget
$150
>Location
US
>Source
3.5mm, don't mind USB
>Type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
Comfy

>>57446485
I wouldn't mind giving up comfort either.

>>57442739
Why are you willing to take anecdotal evidence that something is bad, but not that something is good?

Sounds like any recommendation we make would take too much convincing and work for someone who probably doesn't even need either of those things at all.

>>57442094
>Your basing this on one sample.
except that's wrong

>Budget
$100
>Location
USA
>Source
FiiO K1
>Type of headphone
Over ear
>Open or closed
Open prefered, either works
>Comfort level
Doesnt matter, I have spare velours from my Superlux HD 681
>Sound signature
V Shaped
>Past headphones
Skullcandy Hesh2
Superlux HD 681
Samson SR950

JVC-HAFX40
Skullcandy Ink'd
VE Monk+

I listen to Drum and Bass. I will also be using them for gaming (CSGO, Battlefield 4, osu!)
I'm currently loving the Samsons but wished they were open. Is the Presonus HD7 any good?

>Budget
$50 or less
>Location
US
>Source
phone
>Type of headphone
In ear
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
very
>Sound signature
balanced,

>>57441641
Please guys. I can't afford to buy another pair of decent iems.

>>57446229
Or you just use software parametric equalizer for free.

Is this a good cheap interface for doing fun stuff and plugging my HM5?

https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-UMC202HD-BEHRINGER-U-PHORIA/dp/B00QHURUBE/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1478668660&sr=1-1&keywords=behringer+umc202hd

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kek

>>57447766
Good on em. Officeworks are shithouse

RE-00 arrived.
Sounds pretty fucking sweet, but the cable is shit.
The metal body feels pretty solid but it is a Hifiman so I have my doubts.

>>57444347
>hd650
>600 ohm
>impedance
>relevant to requiring an amplifier

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When did our hobby go wrong?

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>tfw I live in a shitty middle eastern country
>the only good online shop doesn't have any of the /hpg/ approved headphones that are in my budget range
>the rest of them are brands that I've never seen before or just the really expensive ones
I'll just have to settle with some shitty expensive gayman headset and hate myself for the rest of my life

I've always used headsets, my plantronics 780 is finally shitting out so I'm looking for a replacement. I'm looking at a logitech 230 for suuuper cheap at only 30 bucks, seems like a pretty good deal for a poor NEET

I know you guys hate headsets but are there really any good alternative under 50$ headphones? I'm on my computer (often gaming) for over 8 hours a day, comfort is really important to me and these look extremely comfortable especially since I have huge ears. Most headphones I've seen look uncomfortable for really prolonged use and giving up a built in mic kinda sucks. I don't use my mic enough to really warrant going and buying a standalone but its still nice to have for a the few times I use it gaming

>>57447965
>tfw I live in a shitty middle eastern country
Become refugee
Problem solved

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>Budget
$175
>Location
USA
>Source
fiio e10 Olympus
>Type of headphone
over ear
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Something similar to the HD558s
>Sound signature
anything, really. Just take it easy on the treble
>Past headphones
HD558

>>57447965
yarragimi ye

>>57448088
I'm not a roach ew :^)

>>57448098
oh, so you're from one of those war torn islamic shitholes
ew :p

>>57448108
there is no war in iran, only love and peace
1vs1 me in /int/ you roach

>>57448111
oh, enjoy being jailed for browsing porn and not covering your head lel
are you taking your legal sex change yet?

>>57448122
I'm beating my meat right now and my head is not covered, can you say the same you filthy roach?
and there is no transsexual people in my country just look at the charts ;^)
but really, I know how much roaches love to shitpost in inappropriate times and I would love to shitpost with you but not in an audiophile hive of scum and villainy

>>57448140
have fun, better make sure the headphones are tight so the mullah doesnt hear you listen to evil western songs and stretch your asshole :^)
not that it'd be punishment for you ;)
later bby

>>57445922
I was looking at the Senn HD 419's a while ago, but then I decided to look for deals on the HD 439 because of the detachable wire. I was looking for some kind of microphone to connect to the headphonres so I wouldn't have to place a mic some place all the time. I didn't see any info saying the wire was detachable on the 419's, please inform me if it is because I technically like the way the 419's look over the 439's and can get a brand-new in the box set over the deal I found on ebay that says "New but missing packaging original packaging with scuffs".

>>57445823
I was actually looking at these, a lot of people say they are good, but also lack bass. I like bassy things. Also open ended like
>>57445875
says

Thanks for the replies. I'll be happy to rid myself of the Sound blasters after I'm happy with my choice. I only got the SB's because they seemed pretty decent over generic and cheaper headsets, but after 2 years of continuous use the things holding the cans are basically holding on for dear life. So it's time for an upgrade.

You lads suggested Tascams a few years ago, which just died, I still have no idea what im doing.

>Budget
up to $50 AUD
>Location
SYD, AUS
>Source
PC Sound Card
>Type of headphone
Over ear
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
as high as possible, worn for long periods
>Sound signature
Idk what it is, but I like the Tascam TH02 sound compared to the IEMS i have
>Past headphones
Tascam TH02 (very nice sound but uncomfortable)
Superlux HD 681
Rock Zircons
Xiaomi Pistons

Thanks a bunch

>>57448522
To put it short, sound signature is if you want something like V shape, or mids focus
eg what frequency range you want emphasised

>>57447920
in 70s when hifi became mainstream thing

>>57448522
What caused it to die? You said it was uncomfy you could've replaced pads to Brainwavs HM5 pads.

I don't know if its still available. Can you increase budget to $128 AUD? JB Hi-Fi had nice on-ear headphones with sound quality to match.

>>57448522
Nevermind JB Hi-Fi deal was old. They were $128 AUD beats solo 2. These look promising https://www.wireless1.com.au/audio-technica-ath-m20x-entry-level-monitor-headphones

If you absolutely had to go <$50 and gimp on sound quality and build quality Sennheiser HD202.

>>57448601
>>57448667
The left driver was ~10% the volume of the right, plus they were pretty worn out.

I could pay a bit more i guess, I think I'll go with those AudioTechnica if nobody else has any suggestions

Thanks

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any of you cuques managed to get a hd6xx? I was trying for two hours and gave up because I had to go to bed for work.

>>57437570
I'm coming back to ask again. Should I just rip the shit off and be done with it?

>>57448734
Yeah I bought HD 650 years ago.

>>57437570
It's a common thing for modders to cover or replace. Impact on sound quality is often measurable as it has effect on the frequency response, mostly to high frequencies. How and how much it alters the response is beyond me, I'd need to test it and measure to know. My advice is to keep it there if you can. Not a big deal if you rip it out however.

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>>57448992
I already have a pair of x2's, heard they were are kind of similar and 200 sounds like the right price. can't justify normal hd650 prices though, afraid of falling for sennheiser meme.

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>Budget
~$200USD
>Location
AUSTRALIA
>Source
standard 3.5 mm detachable headphone jack, maybe bluetooth
>Type of headphone
Over-ear fabric-padded preferred
>Open or closed
Closed for privacy
>Comfort level
Comfy - I'm a programmer and will be wearing them for hours on end
>Sound signature
Super rich and immersive please. Love feeling the music all around.
>Past headphones
LSTN Troubadors

>>57449035
Both have overall warm tone, X2 is more bassy and has a treble peak which HD 650 lacks. They sound different, comfort is subjective and whatever you like the most even more so. There's no meme. You either like it or don't. I'd pay the HD 650 price any day over X2 simply because I think HD 650 is the better headphone. Not everyone agrees. Audition them if you are interested.

>>57449049
DT250 80 Ohm perhaps. Not up to date on AU prices.

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>>57449058
where can you go to audition 650s in melbourne?

don't wanna drop 300+ on only to find out they sound 90% the same. it triggers my autism.

>>57427747
> budget
<$500
> location
Germany
> source
Laptop and phone (Bluetooth with 3.5 backup available)
> type
Over ear, closed back
> comfort
Will be worn for 2+ hours at a time
> signature
Mix of gaming and house music? Bass heavy if anything
> previous
Some old mid range closed back sennheisers

buying as a gift, primary use is laptop gaming. Must be wireless so they can stay on voip when they leave their desk. Good Mic is a must

Dankeschön

>>57449049
Audio technica ATH-MSR7s, Sony MDR-1A, Sony Hear.on
all pretty good, and check out this guy, he's reviewed the ones i've said https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG-kL1LRqw6Akq0ktl9da1g

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How do you stop these things from constantly breaking and is there anyway of fixing them?

A set of earbuds I picked up last week just stopped giving audio from the left side.

Currently have the ole' Takstars and Ferrari Scuderias.

Rockin' dem Boarseman & Kzs with a Hippo CriCri+

How do i fare?

>>57449134
but earbud with better quality or a removable cable

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>>57449076
I live on the other side of the planet, I wouldn't know. There are some AU people in these threads and a Kiwi or two who might know better.

>>57449179
I don't want to spend >$100 on earbuds only for them to break a week later.

>>57449186
Go get an inexpensive pair of Kz ZS3s, Somic V4s, Uiisii or Boarseman

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>>57449180
kiwis don't know shit. they can get fucked.

fuck it I'm just going to eq x2's and pretend they are sennheiser planars.

>>57448923
probably not, those holes there covered with material for a reason

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>>57449202
>EQ
Yep that's a better idea than hunting for a more pleasing sound with new purchases when there's no problem with the X2.

>>57449202
>sennheiser planars
what? do they exist? 600/650 are normal dynamic headphones

>>57447920
After the release of portable mudic players

>>57447920
It didn't. Stupidity increases with popularity but there have been many advancements in personal audio over the years. I think that the market is lost reinventing the wheel and doesn't focus on the important things which truly make a difference in sound and usability. I don't get how we still get people who rave about improvements in soundstage after "upgrading" their DA-converter.

>>57447981
Superlux HD 668B/Samson SR850, Superlux HD 662/Samson SR950, Presonus HD7. You may need to change the pads on the 662/668B/850.

if i want to jam to music open or closed is better?

>>57450437
open

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Just got these (sexy af)

Just heard a ~2k kbps .aif through a friend's setup. I used to believe the difference would be minor to nonexistant but I was wrong. Everything I have sounds like garbage now.

With a $250 budget would I be better off going all in on headphones or a cheap amp/DAC combo and cheaper headphones?

>>57450711
What do you have right now? Headphones and gear?

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guys help. my beloved Gorilla gadgets headphone are broke, whats a good replacement, has to completely cover the ear, sound great and be loud as fuck

>>57450746
Focal Utopia Tournaire

>>57450720
I have shit. 3.5mm jack and bargain bin headphones that fit comfy.

>>57450757
So starting from scratch? FiiO E10K with Sennheiser HD558 or Beyerdynamic DT880 if it's within budget. You should've ordered a HD6XX during massdrops drop.

>>57450757
Actually fuck that. Go for used HE-400i. No DAC or Amp needed.

>>57450789
Groovy. Thanks senpai.

Is there any quality difference between models with and without mic?

>buy headphoens of ur choice
>buy modmic

modmic master race

>>57450917
well you can't install it on earplugs

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>budget
250$
>location
US
>need
Sound canceling.

>>57451083
Etymotic ER-4PT noise isolating earphones. They block out a nuclear explosion at the expense of comfort.

>>57449076
>where can you go to audition 650s in melbourne?
AddictedtoAudio

>>57449234
No, Sennheiser aren't desperate enough to use shitty, dated transducer technology as a selling point.

>>57450813
>used
fuck that, do you know that in some countries headphones fall into personal hygiene category items and can't even be returned to the shop?

I don't want to wear something for 16 hours a day some random dude been wearing.

>>57451182
>HE-400i?
Well they do need better pads for them which you can buy later. I use MrSpeakers Ether C ear pads and it sounds much better than stock Hifiman Focuspad Hybrid ear pads. Or you could go cheap with Brainwavs Angled HM5 ear pads.

>>57451083
>Sound canceling.

https://www.amazon.com/3M-Peltor-Earmuffs-Yellow-X2A/dp/B00CPCH86A/ref=pd_lpo_469_tr_t_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=FHJ0SZ5VW51VCYMYQMG1

>>57451199
yeah, pads not the only thing that gets contaminated

I hope you do not have used pair right now on year head.

>>57451234
>I hope you do not have used pair
Even worse. I got mine full price $500... ;_;

Fuck Hifiman never again. Price drops all the time and new models.

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>Budget
$200
>Location
Hungary
>Source
Scarlett 2i2
>Type of headphone
over ear
>Open or closed
open
>Comfort level
maximum
>Sound signature
slight v-shape
>Past headphones
Superlux HD681b

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>put on my Audio-Technica ATH-Meme 50
>starts to hurt immediately
>take them off

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>>57451203
K

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Just got these

What are the foam pieces for? Is it for sanitary reasons? Or to protect your bare ear drum? I can't fit the piece in my car ear if it's attached.

Why did they include that adapter? Is it a 3.5 to 2.5mm converter?

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>>57450529
Used these a few hours now, can't believe they were only $99

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What's the best mic + ear bud (prefer non in-ear but open to suggestions) on AMAZON for <$30?

>>57447218
Any suggestions or replies would be great, thanks.

>>57450711
Difference wasn't because of the format, just keep it in mind. Also don't bother with the amplifier or especially DA-converter before choosing and getting a quality pair of headphones which is the part which truly does matter.

What amp for K712?

Will the Fiio e10k be enough, is the smsl m3 better?

>>57451822
Comfort and change sound a bit (usually a bit more bass).
Might be a converter between apple and normal (android) to make the mic work.
>>57452055
fiio em3

>>57451618
You mean that they're uncomfortable or do you mean that the treble is piercing?

>>57452768
They're uncomfortable

>Budget
$50-$75
>Location
USA
>Source
3.5mm jack
>Type of headphone
Over ear
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
As comfortable as can be
>Past headphones
Playstation Gold Headset

Mainly just looking for something as comfortable as the Gold Headset in that price range as mine are literally falling apart due to the plastic breaking.

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Sennheiser HD451
Yay or nay?

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>>57452679
:(
Thanks though

Any other suggestions?

I just ordered Beyerdynamic DT 880 for 169 USD
are those /hpg/ approved? I wanna fit in, guys.

I don't mind people talking to me when I wear headphones. I just like having music when I'm out.

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speedy speed boy

>>57453527
>>57453527
>>57453527

>>57451291
atx50