/hpg/ - Headphone General 'Pajeet Edition'

>Budget
lets say 100 bucks. willing to spend more if its REALLY worth it
>Location
USA
>Source
Laptop and Iphone
>Type of headphone
On ear
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
comfy for long periods
>Sound signature
v shaped. as v shaped as I can get
>Past headphones
PortaPros

>>58659500
Beyerdynamic DT770

>>58659700
on ear

Do you guys like Eiaosi x6?

Why is UrAvgConsumer better at reviewing headphones than Zeos?

>budget
$150 MAX
>location
US
>type
In ear buds
>comfort
Comfy but it's not a make or break, mostly just want them to stay nice and plugged in
>sound signature
Neutral or v shaped. I don't want anything boosted more than the other
>past
I had a 3 button Vmoda Bass Freq Metal in ear buds for several years and they were spectacular. Really great sound, deteriorated after a while obviously but still gave me good quality and took a longtime to finally break.

>screwball
It'd be a plus if I could use them as a mic plugged into my PS4 controller.

I've been looking at Bowers Wilkins C5 S2 because I've heard great things about their sound quality. That's pretty much the reason why my budget is at 150.

>>58659889
yes

>>58659889
both are worthless for audio

Are the X2 worth the extra money to upgrade from a pair of SHP9500s? Some reviews say build quality is slightly better and have marginal differences sound wise. Other reviews say it's night and day, anyone here have experience with both?

>>58660982
>and have marginal differences sound wise
Considering they've got extremely different sound signatures, yes, they'd be quite different. Pads are softer, and the suspension system is nice. Soundstage is a fair wack wider.

Raw sound quality wise, It's a decent step up, though nothing to blow your load to. Highs aren't as grainy as the 9500s.

If you like the sound sig of your 9500s, you'd probably want to look more to HD600s or K612s. The X2's are a pretty radical change in terms of sound, so you'd want to at least know if you like that signature first. HD600/K612 are a safer bet.

>>58660982
X2 are considerably more darker, clear and bassy, while highs aren't as elevated and grainy, this also means they aren't fatiguing for long periods. Build quality and comfort are also superior but that much is a given considering the price difference.

>>58660982
x2 is bassy
shp9500 is bright
they're literally the opposite of eachother

if you want an shp9500 upgrade, have a look at AKG, pretty much all the shit they make is bright.
702 is prob your best bet, 7XX/612 if you want a slight bass boost as well

Are pads defective if when you squeeze them and you hear the air going out?

What are some good earbuds that around around the $50-100 range?

Opinions on the DT880?

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I AM FUCKING INFURIATED

Couple days ago i asked about MEE M6 pro and decided to orded them. Got them 15 minutes ago and tried them out. THIS PIECE OF SHIT SOUNDS LITERALLY EXACTLY THE SAME AS MY LESS THAN $1 IN EAR HEADPHONES. EXACTLY THE SAME. My fucking destroyed apple ipod earbuds sound billion times better than this piece of shit. I tested them on different devices and they are pure shit tier. On top of that you can hear that fucking buzzing noise.

>>58661951
Are you me? For ears I suffered with broken apple ipod earbuds, because /poor/. It got so bad that eventually only one side was working but I continued having to use them for months. Then I got a tip from /csg/ and ordered chink in ear earbuds for 1 cent including shipping. When they finally arrived 4 weeks later I was blown away by how good they sounded. Now I'm at the stage of wanting to get a dedicated pair of headphones. I won't get in ear again but will opt for over the ear headphones. Why did you go for in ear again when you already had a nice pair of cheap ones?

>>58661673
Anyone?

>>58662093
>non mechanical component
>defective
kek

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What's the difference, aren't they both lossless?

>>58662203
16 bit & 24 bit

>>58662199
The sewing could be bad somewhere or something like that. So it it normal to be able to hear the air on a squeeze or not?

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>>58662078
>Why did you go for in ear again when you already had a nice pair of cheap ones?
I use superlux hd668b for my pc at home. Im using ipod shuffle 2g when im at the gym or riding my bike. After years my earbuds worn out a bit. After listening to my gym playlist at home and then going to the gym and switching to earbuds i've noticed how shitty and bland it sounds so i've decided to get decent earbuds for lifting.

I've spent almost twice as much on those shit IN EAR MONITORS than on my headphones and you can clearly tell it sounds cheap as fuck. Im not an audiopedophile and for me hd688b sounds perfect but they are too big and obnoxious to wear them outside. I don't know what to do anymore.

also, i wore those shit earbuds for 3 minutes and my ears hurt like motherfucker and this retarded memory wire is the most annoying thing ever and it requires AT LEAST two hands to put in single earpiece

>>58662199
That's actually not air, they fill those ear pads with chlorine gas to help increase the longevity of the foam. If you're hearing gas escaping that means there's a leak.

You should probably leave the room or at least open a window.

>>58662255
you got memed.
If in ear head on over to >>>/csg/

>>58662334
i just want something that sounds like 688b but is not as big

>>58662310
Ebin.

>>58659500
Beyerdynamic Custom Streets

>>58662203
Both are lossless, one is in higher precision. Really doesn't matter which one you get.

>>58662255
>that picture
kek

have a look at e10

Is there a huge difference between front audio(case) and the rear audio(motherboard) if I would connect headphones ? Or should I always use motherboard and front panel is haram ?

>budget
~150€
>location
germany
>type
over-ear, closed - if possible completely noise isolating (no active nc though)
>sound signature
neutral or v-shaped, though i found the latter to be more pleasing when listening to music
>past
IEMs for mobile devices, Sennheiser CX300 II as of latest
Sennheiser Game One on my Desktop
>source
phone (has trouble powering the Game One Headset (50 Ohms Imped.), laptop

Started looking for a replacement for aforementioned IEMs which were meant to be temps and are
slowly driving me crazy.
Would really appreciate any recommendations

Reposting, pls help

>Budget:
200 euros
>Location
Italy
>Source
PC and Android
>Type of headphone
Full-sized
>Open or closed
Don't care
>Comfort level
High, sometimes a listen to music for hours

>>58660178
Bump

>Budget
$200 Soft/$300 Hard
>Location
US
>Source
Classic 47 Amp to Sound Blaster Audigy lineout DAC
>Type of headphone
Over Ear
>Open or closed
Open
>Comfort level
I'll be wearing these for 4-10 hours at a time so fairly comfy, dont mind swapping pads
>Sound signature
Bassy/Balanced
>Past headphones
>Samson SR950
Bass good although almost nig tier.
Mids and treble are nice.
Wide soundstage for a closed set.
>Superlux 681/668B
681's were too bright.
Bass was clean and deep though too tight.
Treble ear rape.
668B's is about the perfect amount (EQ'd down mid bass and up the rest of the drop off).
Treble's fine and mids are clean although slightly recessed.

I'm stuck between K7XX/K712 and DT 880's. Any other suggestions or replies would be great, thanks.

>>58663773
>comfort
>high
Can't go wrong with Sennheiser HD5*8 or 5*9

>>58661695
Shure SE215 or RHA MA750
Both are extremely durable and sound great in their own way.

>>58661695

Soundmagic e80 is tops if you like neutral-to-bright.

>>58659489
hd600+e10k is still king lads. Just saying.

>>58664306
>Bassy
k712 or X2
>Balanced
DT880

Just pick your poison.

Hey, I need some new earbud/phones for the first time in forever. It seems like nowadays they're all the kind that go way in your ear, but I hate how that feels. I want the kind that sit in your ear but don't have the bit that actually plugs inside of your ear canal.

Any recommendations on ones like that that are decent? Not super picky but I don't know shit.

Bought the Superlux 668B on some recommendations. I also got new earpads, but I have a question. Do I stack the foam layers, use the original foam, or use the new foam that came with the pads?

>>58664306
Hd650 or HD6xx

>>58665211
Stack them, they'll need it.

>>58665169
Just get apple earbuds

>>58664306
The k712's are pretty bassy and they have great detail and soundstage. They're much better than the x2's besides build quality. The gel pads on them are also god tier.

Thoughts on the Skullcandy Crushers?

>>58665638
Garbage with sliders to fake bass

>Budget
150-200, wouldn't want to pay more than 200.
>Location
Germany
>Source
Desktop and laptop
>Type of headphone
On ear
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Wearing them for several hours per day shouldn't be a problem
>Sound signature
No idea, if genres help: blackgaze, folk/viking/pagan metal, soundtracks
>Past headphones
Logitech G930 which I would like to replace: no driver support on Linux and they are about to die.
Audio Technica ATH-M40x: I like the sound. Might buy a second pair if more expensive ones don't have a better sound.

>>58665668
How so?

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Never going back to over ears

Looking for a replacement for my audiotechnica ATH-T500, they've been great but unfortunately they're starting to completely fall apart after all the years of use

>Budget
150€
>Location
EU
>Source
Asus Xonar ST
>Type of headphone
over-ear
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
as comfy as possible, I could have the T500's on for hours and completely forget that I'm even wearing them

>>58665764
Not him but skullcandy are fucking garbage m8. Literally buy anything else.

How do I get that top headband out of the HD600? I'm looking at it and it just seems impossible to actually get out.

>>58665792
why not another pair ?

>>58665790
wew lad, bold

i just got the superlux 668b, any recommeded eq settings/software? The treble reduce preset in musicbee sounds pretty nice

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Thoughts on the Audio Technica ATH-MSR7?

>>58665819
buying the exact same thing just feels bad

>>58665854
Equalizer APO with Peace GUI

>>58665877
Well there's some new Sennheiser with HD5** with closed back and they're extremely comfortable
IIRC HD569 and also the HD598CS

>>58665861
Don't care who grill?

How do the HD 558s and Fidelio X2s compare and contrast?

I'm wondering what my next upgrade should be, currently own the 558s

>>58665943
Generic Asian Slut™ #54821624

>>58665943
蜜柚mio

>>58661951
Chill the fuck out anon. I hear small buzzing noises with all kinds of IEMs, it's because the impedance is low and whatnot. They can't sound *that bad*...can they? Look I know what 1$ sounds like. I got a freebee one time as a hyundai promotion shit. Came in a little box like apple earpods but oh god...that sound still triggers me. don't ever underestimate just how shitty your audio can get

>>58665955
Hmm...they should honestly not be too far apart except the x2s are slightly better performers(More extension at the extreme lows and highs).

before you think of upgrading, try doing the foam mod first if you already haven't. I'm gonna be completely honest, the hd558/598 are pretty fucking good already. My dad bought my cousin a pair of hd579s and they sounded amazing straight off an iphone. And I own a pair of hd650s. Don't expect major differences past this point but the x2 would be a decent upgrade if you don't mind a little more bass presence.

>>58665792
M40x is the hot new meme these days.
No seriously though, they seem solid as fuck. Why not try a pair of those?
>similar design
>still audio technica

How does a USB amp+DAC work exactly? Is the laptop sending decoded bitstream audio to the DAC or is the amp+DAC doing the decoding?

>>58666275
Not that anon, but as an owner of the 558s, I'm kind of scared about doing the foam mod, I don't know if I'd like it. I already think the bass is a little on the low side with these cans and I've heard removing the foam changes the bass profile quite a bit.

Would you advise against it for someone like me?

>>58666361
Well I guess if you already like the bass then no. Keep the foam.

In that case, you'll probably really like the X2s. I don't speak from personal experience but everyone seems to say they have lots of bass without being overpowering or muddy.

>>58665764
it's more of a sensation to cause rattling in your head to fake bass

also terrible build quality and sound

>>58666326
>m40x
no you idiot, it was the hot meme 4 years ago. now people realize they're uncomfortable as fuck and don't sound great to similar priced competitors. why the fuck are you recommending the most uncomfy headphones when he specifically asked for one is beyond me.
>>58665792
go for the beyer dt 770s. they're probably the most comfortable closed headphone in your budget.

>>58666509
Because you can change the fucking pads. Or literally buy a 2$ pair of foams to put inside and make them wider so that they're not uncomfortable you goddamn scrub.

Also, I'd love to know what similarly priced competitors are flat out better? Mind you, you can get the m40x for like 80$ on amazon

>>58666393
The x2's are pretty muddy compared to other high end headphones. If the build quality wasn't so good I don't think people would recommend them so much. Fine details and vocals can sound trash compared to the hd600's for exmaple, even the 702's sound much better. It all comes down to how much you care about bass.

Looking for a pair of open back headphones, I have the SHP9500 and I love the way they sound. They just don't clamp enough and feel kinda flimsy on the head. I've been looking at the HD600, would a fiio e10k drive these?

>>58666640
don't get hd600, as you're coming from a bright headphone they'll sound vastly different. have a look at AKG's lineup, 702 will probably suit you the best
7XX/612 are also good, possibly cheaper options that have a slight bass boost as well

>>58666545
change the for $20 extra nice. lets forget how the ear gets crushed and how the headband flakes after a year as well and there's no good replacements. or we could just get dt 770s or akg 550/553s, which are both in his budget and superior. fuck, superlux 662 evos are better and cheaper too.

>>58666573
Everyone's ears are different. Some might think the x2s are perfectly neutral. Others might think they're beats tier.

supposedly they're good performers and you can hear the details with them just fine.

>>58666640
ya pretty much what this dude said.>>58666682
careful with the 700 series though. Every audiophile apparently LOVES them but the earlier editions have a critical flaw where bass leaks. Hence why they sound so "detailed" but at the same time are slightly ear rapey and have almost no subbass whatsoever.

>>58666731
I'm gonna leddit edit here:
Some people like that...if you're a critical listener this is great.

If you just like music...maybe not so much

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Are they any good? Has anyone here actually owned a pair?

>>58666775
they look like a fashion accessory, that doesn't instill much faith

What's the story with Beyerdynamic DT770. The product picture never has this weird gray cushion that youtube reviewers have

>>58666775
Don't trust reviews for these. They were sending them out like candy, even to people that don't review headphones. Even youtubers that focus on retro games ended up giving their opinions on these.
I say avoid them and get something else.

>>58661673
So will anyone respond seriously?

>>58667010
What kind of retarded fucking question is that?

>>58667022
What kind of fucking retarded pads make annoying sounds when you press them a little?

>>58667010
see>>58662199

>>58667041
The shitty kind of pads

>>58667063
Then why is everyone here memeing the hm5 pads?

>>58666951
ALL manufacturers do that. You can't fault them for trying to gain some traction since they're not as known as established brands. I couldn't care less about marketing.

All I want is an opinion from someone who actually tried them for few days.

>>58666844
>they look like a fashion accessory, that doesn't instill much faith
so good looking things are bad? are you retarded?

>>58667172
it's a common theme though
Beats look good but are shit
Skull Candys look beautiful but are shit

>>58659489
List the top 5 full size headphones that you have extensively tried. For me :

1.HD600
2.HD650
3.AKG K712
4.AKG 702 (would be third if it had any weight behind it)
5. Fiio X2

Thoughts on the Sennheiser Momentums?
They seem to be everything I'm looking for but before I buy one I want to see what others think of them

>>58663508
So ... by how much am i off meeting these criteria when buying DT770s ?

>>58667286
Got the Momentum 2 over ears.
They're fucking great, but only if you can get them on sale. About 250 would be the absolute most I would pay for them. I paid around 200 + taxes.
Sound and comfort are both amazing.

>>58667225
Audeze LCD-2's are bad too then. Everything nice is bad. OK,got it. Thanks anon.

PS: Please post less. We have enough retards on here as it is.

>>58666775
I never owned a pair, but I've used em. My main issue was cup size. They're not that large, and not very deep. At first they're really comfy but they get really annoying after a while. This is probably because I have giant ears, and very little is comfortable to me. Try them on in store if you can, or abuse Amazon's return system. The headband system is quite nice though.

>>58667286
They're pretty dark sounding imo. I'd personally take the Oppo PM3 over them any day, but they're a decent bit more in price.

>>58667330
He said they LOOK good but are shit. There's nothing wrong with that statement

>>58666775
>>58667343
Oh and they sounded really quite nice.

You could probably find a way to put HM5 pads on them, though that'd likely change the sound.

>>58665792
Just get M40x and install brainwavz pads. Best what you can do.

>>58667361
What do you mean by dark sounding?

>>58667083
>>58667063
>>58667383
Well?

Avantree Auditions are pretty good.

>>58667385
Treble was somewhat recessed. They seemed pretty detailed, even though the treble wasn't that present. Not sure how that works.

>>58666434
I like the feeling of shaking and rattling. It's part of why I like going to concerts because you can actually feel the bass

So now that Super Best Audio Friends has went into the deep end and became Head-Fi MK2, what other audio forum is still worth visiting?

>>58667466
If you actually want to feel bass, you'll never really get there with headphones.

Get a good 2.1 setup.

>>58667393
They're shilling the only headphones they have to justify their purchase. You can tell when they suggest m20-50x in sub $150 range. HM5 pads change sound for the worse and if you're paying $15+ for pads to make your headphone not shit, then just get better ones.

>>58667172
>so good looking things are bad? are you retarded?
okay imagine you have 200$ to make a headphone

if you spend money to do research and buy expensive good looking materials to make sure your headphone looks good

do you think as much of the budget will go towards making it sound good?

>Budget
$250-350
>Location
USA
>Source
Currenntly fiio q1, but sooner or later a schiit stack
>Type
Over ear
>Open/closed
Open
>Comfort
8 hours or so, and deep earcups are preferable, though I wouldn't mind swapping the pads if I need to in order to get that
>Signature
Balanced, flat, but not fatiguing
> Past headphones
Akg k240, b&w p7

I was looking at the akg k712, and also at the Sennheiser hd600/650, but I'm not sure which one to go with. Was also considering the hifiman h400i, but I'm not sure if that's what I'm looking for, as far as sound signature goes.

>>58667520
But why is everyone here recommending the hm5 pads if they are shit?

>>58667536
400i is the closest as far as I can tell
k712 will probably be too bright

>>58667536
R70x

>>58667547
Because your taste in music is pretty much inferior to mine.

>>58667536
If you just like to get lost in the music and don't give too much of a crap about critical listening, the hd650 are probably for you. They're insanely comfortable. They completely disappear on your head and I've never once experienced any sort of fatigue whatsoever.

>hd650 are for chill listeners
>AKGs are for critical audiophiles
>hd600 are somewhree in between

...I don't know about the hifimans. I don't trust their dynamics after looking at some of their specs and frequency responses but I think the 400i is planar?...idk. Never had any kind of experience with them, good or bad. Supposedly they're great.

>>58667547
Because there's nothing better in comfort and/or they don't care too much about sound. You really think beginner audiophiles know the difference between v-shape and balanced?

>>58667559
Thanks, I appreciate it.

>>58667564
I didn't see those before. How do they compare to the ad1000x? And how's the comfort?

>>58667592
Why would you recommend pads that squeal when pressed?

>>58667594
They are like super comfy, but splitted cable is sometimes anoying.

>>58667592
As a definition? yes
As an experience? no

...still remember when I thought the 681 evos were balanced. Bless my soul.
They still sound good though, I don't care what anyone says. Basically an open version of the m50 with more soundstage

>>58667589
Ah, OK. Thanks for the input, I appreciate it.

>>58667612
Awesome. Will definitely consider those.

>>58667534
That's a HORRIBLE analogy! Designing nice stuff isn't much harder than designing shit stuff. It's all about hiring a good person.

>>58667536
K712 are quite warm with a treble peak. HD600 are the closest to neutral/flat imo. 650 is slightly warmer with less highs. 400i is also pretty flat. Low end is better than the Sennheiesers. Mids aren't as present, and overall sound more cold than the Sennheisers.

I personally prefer the 600 to the 650, but if you're looking for non-fatiguing headphones, the 650 may be better. K712 with an EQ in the highs would be a good option if you're looking for more warmth.

Personally I'd stay away from the 400i. Hifiman's customer service and build quality is quite sketchy. With Sennheiser you can just buy each part separately if shit hits the fan. Not sure if AKG offers the same, though I would assume they do.

The 400i will be the only ones where you won't need the Schiit stack for.

>>58667617
Pretty much all superlux headphones are better designed than the ath M series.

>>58667638
>hiring a good person
okay so you admit more money goes towards not making the sound good.

There are exceptions to the rule, but when something is made to look like a fashion accessory, chances are they spent less if any attention to the sound quality

I never said those are shit or that good looking headphones are shit, I just said that there's a pretty good chance they're not as good as other headphones at the same price

>>58667657
ya they were pretty good for what they were.
Very stuffy earcups though and now looking back on them, terrible build quality.

They worked though. And I can't talk too much shit about build quality because I'm pretty sure if I pull my abused pair out of the bigass drawer of zombie electronics...they'd still work.

>>58667673
Why are you making shit up? All you're doing is making stupid strawmen that make no sense.

Why can't anyone explain to me why the fuck are the hm5 pads making squeaky sounds and why are the recommended when they are this fucking retarded?

>>58667746
Stop trying to fuck your pads, anon.

Should I get Dt770s at 250 Ohms, Samson SR950s, or AKG K553s?

>>58667609
>>58667746
What did you buy HM5 pads for?

>>58667758
Because you fags several times told me they are better than the ones the m40x comes with in both comfort and isolation. Both of which seem doubtful, especially the latter. And then there is squeaky shit that definitely seems out of place.

>>58667762
770's if you want V-shape
950's if you want bassy
K553's if you want anywhere from grado tier to heavy V-shape depending on seal. Light V-shape seems to be the norm for most people.

>>58667797
Was for >>58667765

>>58667797
I've got HM5's on my M50's, no fucking clue what you're talking about in terms of sqeaking. Comfort was a massive improvement, but yeah I can see sound being a negative. It reduced the low end a little on my M50x, which was honestly a welcome change. Probably not so preferable on M40x.

Maybe Brainwavz changed a manufacturing process?

>>58667797
First you have to realize ATH M series owners have it as their beginner headphones, including the general public. That's why you'll see it as #1 seller on Amazon. They don't know shit about headphones but hear that HM5 pads are good so they regurgitate it between them without knowing it's shit for shit headphones. You just got caught up in their meme.

>>58667727
you're literally retarded
this is not a hard concept to understand

>>58667909
Then why is no one in this thread making them shut up with it?

>>58667926
You're a moron. Like I said, post less please.

>>58660178
>>58664272
Re-bump because you're all fooks

>>58667945
You can't fight against stupid.

>>58667950
that's another dude, because he also understood this overly simple concept

>>58667979
Of course you can. Instead of letting them spread kill them at the roots. Every time when someone says something stupid tell them to the face, in front of everyone, that they are fucking stupid.

>>58667286
>They seem to be everything I'm looking for but before I buy one I want to see what others think of them
we already gathered that from your question

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>>58667966
RHA MA750 seems to fit the bill, and for your extra requirentes the MA750i seem to be perfect. The i variant comes with a 3 buttons controls and a mic but the volume buttons only work on iOS. The middle button and mic will work everywhere else.
Not sure what specifications for a mic to work on the PS4 but the i variant I mentioned obviously comes with a TRRS plug.
They also have a legendary build quality and a 3 years warranty so they will last you for a while.
Mine arrived last Tuesday and they're fucking excellent. Loving the over the ear style of the cable as they always stay in place.

>>58668028
>They also have a legendary build quality
Don't really agree with that. I've had my pairs break twice. Warranty covered it so it was fine, but it was annoying. Seems to be a common complaint looking at amazon reviews.

They sound great though.

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>>58668065
> Amazon reviews
Those are written by literal retards that apparently use their IEMs as buttplugs. You will find bad reviews for any pair of IEMs under 150$ because people love to treat them like garbage. Normies in particular are fond to just wrap them as tightly as they fucking can and complain when they lose sound on one side

what's the name of those incredibly long iems to protect you hearing?

>>58668227
These?
http://www.etymotic.com/consumer/earphones.html

A good amp for the beyer DT880 pro? Max 100€

DUMB QUESTION
I have shitty audio signal onboard and thus look into DAC to clean it up
however, there needs to be an amp between the DAC and my headphones
however, my headphones do not need much power.

Is getting an amp at the end of the chain absolutely necessary?

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>>58668250
just found them myself, yeah, that's them

>>58668318
read the wikipedia pages for DAC, headphone amps and USB audio

>>58668304
Magni 2

O2 might be an option though really just get the extra for the Magni. O2 is fairly bright and unless for god knows what reason you think a DT880 needs more, the Magni would probably sound better with it.

>>58668318
>Is getting an amp at the end of the chain absolutely necessary?
Yes. A true DAC will just be outputting ~2VRMS line out, which is likely to kill your eardrums.

Your best bet is to just got for a cheap DAC/Amp combo like the Fulla 2, E10k, or that Hifimediy one.

So used to try my hands in recording and a friend recommended me the akg k271. But obviously it's not that of a hi-fi headphone. Is the HD 650 a viable buy?

>>58668411
>Is the HD 650 a viable buy
If you have an amp, yes.

>>58668426
Any good recommendations?

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>>58668346
>>58668394
Damn, okay
Funny thing, I have the E10K but because of the already sharp MSR7, it pushes it into the painful zone.
I suppose I'll EQ from here.

THANK YOU

>>58668411
Yes, if you want an even more neutral sound, considered the HD600. What are you plugging it into, you may not need an amplifier.

>>58666509
I was looking at the dt 770s myself before even coming to this thread, considering they're pretty much the same price as the m40x in europe these seem like the better deal.

Is the xonar essence st good enough to drive the dt 770 pro 250ohm version or would I be better off with the 80ohm one?

>>58668445
Budget?

>>58668780
Don't own that card so dunno. Personally think the 80 ohm is perfectly fine for everything so there's that.

>>58668780
>Is the xonar essence st good enough to drive the dt 770 pro 250ohm version
Yes

Though the 80ohm variant has a bit more low end, if youre after that.

>>58667286
I find them too muddy imo

I was debating between this, B&W P7 Wireless, and B&O Beoplay H6. Momentums was easily the worst, Ended up with the P7 due to price, comfort, and portability.

I'm not going to just sift through post after post of people asking stuff.
I just want a closed headphone that won't leak noise when I'm in the library doing homework or in class.
But I like bass and good sound quality.
Budget is 100-150 USD

>>58668028
Interesting although... I really hate buds that wrap around your ear and shit. I was ok with the weird loop in the bowers Wilkins ones though since it's all still in ear. Thanks for the recommendation, these are going on the list.

Does anyone have anything to say about the bowers and Wilkins c5 s2?

>>58667808
Which one do you think would be best for gaming?

>>58669599
Stupid question. Similar to asking "what's the best for music?"
Depends on what kind of gamer you are. Are you hardcore? Are you more casual?
Regardless, you want something with great positioning so good soundstage and neutral-enough to hear everything going on.

Honestly I would never recommend a closed pair for gaming if you plan on being competitive. All three should be decent though, I hear the DT770 has great soundstage for a closed can

>hardcore gamer
slight treble emphasis with the best instrument separation you can find
wide soundstage

>casual
slight bass emphasis to make sound fx pop out and things to sound "good"
decent soundstage but not as important

>>58669599
K553>950>770 in terms of soundstage
770>=950>K553 in terms of Bassy 'fun'

>>58669685
Well I could get open but then I'd hear literally every noise there is in my apartment. With car racers, police sirens, construction, and my annoying neighbor that blasts music so hard you can feel it at midnight, I'm not a fan of the idea of Open-Pair.

>>58669707
k553 definitely does NOT have more soundstage than 770. dont own the 950 to comment, but 770 soundstage is wayyy wider than k553.

>>58669709
I think either of those 3 should work fine then.
All tend to have a bass emphasis though, not necessarily a bad thing. You'll still crush any faggot kiddie with the latest LED monstrosity. Honestly it's like it's not even fair
proper open pair>closed pair>>>>>most "gaymen" sets

this guy has a list up and 2 of the 3 are up on there for top gaming stuff. have fun
https://www.reddit.com/r/Zeos/comments/57ml11/guide_gaming_headphones_mics/

You guys know any place I can get triple flange tips similar to Etymotic tips that have universal fit similar to Comply stuff?

>>58667808
>K553's if you want anywhere from grado tier to heavy V-shape depending on seal. Light V-shape seems to be the norm for most people.
Clearly you've never tried K553's. No way in hell are they even close to V shaped.

>>58669771
> Zeos and reddit in the same post
You need to take two guns and shoot yourself with them.

>>58669951
I know lebbit is a circlejerk but he's not wrong. It's a decent guide honestly

>>58669837
>Clearly you've never tried K553's. No way in hell are they even close to V shaped.

I have owned them for a brief period. Squish them heavily into your head. They become heavily V-shaped.

Quick question:
Has anyone tried the new headphones from status audio? The CB-1 and OB-1?
They've gotten really popular all of a sudden. Are they good or is it just a bunch of hogwash?

>>58669771
The Mayflower 1s look great but they're out of my price range...

Boy I really need a job.

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I ordered the FX Audio DAC-X6 for fairly easy to drive headphones so I can connect and switch between multiple sources (usb and optical) on it. Does anyone have any opinions on it especially compared to the Micca OriGen+? ($45 more)

I ordered from Amazon so I can easily return it.

>>58666932
That's the 32 ohm version if I'm right. 80 ohms and up have velour pads.

>>58670265
CB-1's aren't bad, but the build is shoddy. They're quite bassy. Comfy as fuck. Dunno about the OB-1

They're chinese rebrands, so you may have luck asking /csg/. I remember there being some 'somic' or something rebrand of the OB-1's.

Tell me anon, what's the best closed back headphone under $100 that's compatible with the boom pro?

Looking for a pretty neutral sound, slight bass boost isn't awful since they'll be for vidya.

>inb4 check the Zeo/Mad Lust guides.

>>58666932
80 ohm and up should have the grey velour pads. IIRC the lower impedance versions have the pleather pads.

Are DT1990 Pro a good upgrade from X2? They look so juicy.

>>58670618
how does he get away with it?

ps: that's an OK DAC for the price. don't bother upgrading.

what does /hpg/ think of the 400i? i just bought them for 250$

>>58670991
Alright cool. I'm only concerned about any potential hiss/noise as I'm pretty sensitive to it.

>>58671168
Enjoy paying 200 dollars when the headband breaks
You just got chinked

>>58670739
None.

>>58670739
>>58671250

Are the Status CB-1's compatible with the boom pro?

Specs say there's a locking mechanism, but people say the v moda cables are compatible.

>>58671179
this.

>>58671168 you got fucked dude. friends don't let freinds buy HiFiman. it's a shit company.

>>58670739
Might have to relax on the bass requirement. I can't think of anything except a used pair oSolo 2's.

>>58671393
Not looking for nearly that much bass or on ears.

I'd rather get some Monoprice 8323's before Beats.

>>58671179
It's not just 200 dollars
It's 200 dollars and both ways shipping to China. If they get lost in transit it's basically your loss and they won't do shit

>>58671179
not him, bit wouldnt it just be cheaper to buy a HE350 and salvage the headband from that

>>58671936
> 2 used and new for 230 dollars
Probably.
Speaks volumes of the shitty "warranty"

>>58671179
>>58671523
How does it even break? Isn't it a plain steel band?

>>58672076
Theyre $100 when dropped on massdrop.

Not that related, but can foobar write the ratings directly to the songs? I'd like for them to show up on Linux players.

>>58668825
250-300

>>58668503
>considered the HD600
oh really, hmm gotta check them out too. thanks.

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Any suggestions for good quality 3.5mm extension cables?

>>58663319
Also interested to know this. Arent they both connected to your motherboard tho?

>>58673573
The audio signal has to go through the sound chip either way.

Where do I go from owning HD 800? He 1000, stax, I just don't know anymore.

>>58673714
Speakers.

>>58673714
Obviously the HD800S.

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>>58673714
>>58673734

Just EQ and save $1800

>>58673762
kek

>>58673762
It must suck mocking people with good hardware to try to cope with being disgustingly poor

>>58673714
You should stop thinking in upgrades. That would be a start in understanding something.

>>58663319
Same codec is used nearly every time, front panel jack generally has to pass a longer run and this risks interference from other components. If all works well, there's no difference.

>Budget
Around 400 USD

>Location
Hungary

>Source
iPhone 7, Macbook Pro, Harman/Kardon HK3490

>Type of headphone
Full sized

>Open or closed
Preferably closed, but would choose open for additional sound quality

>Comfort level
It shouldn't hurt even over a long time

>Sound signature
As flat as possible

>Past headphones
Beats Studio 2, wired

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I got myself a pair of Sony MDR-1A and I'd like a longer cable, is there a particular type of 3.5mm jack that "locks" into the headphones properly like the original cable? It seems to be the plastic bit that does it.

>>58659489
>Budget
$200 AUD
>Location
Queensland, Australia
>Source
Desktop PC
>Type of headphone
Cans
>Open or closed
Don't care
>Comfort level
Gonna be using these as my primary PC headphones so I'll need some good comfort.
>Past headphones
ATH-M50. These babies served me well for the past 4 years but the right speaker has kicked the bucket.

>>58659489
>Budget
$200
>Location
US
>Source
Herus from Resonessence Labs
>Type of headphone
Full-sized
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
I'm going to wear then for 3-5 hours a day, so comfort is important

Need some help, guys!

>>58677456
>Signature
Flat

Why are DT770s and DT990s $100 while the DT880s are $150?

Also, which are better for overall usage: most genres of music, gaming, movies, etc. 770s or 990s?

>>58660923
>Not liking zeos
But why anon

Daily reminder that the T1 Tesla gen 2 is better than the HD800

Noob question:
Is it redundant to plug in an amp like f.e shiit audio vallhalla to a pc soundcard like the xonar essence II?

>>58677812
Not only is it redundant but it'll make the quality worse

>>58677559
770. 990s if you want to be treble raped.

>>58677799
HD 800s are extremely overrated, T1s are genuine quality

>>58677771
Because he knows about as much about the products he reviews as the average person who comes into these threads asking for advice. So really, not much at all. That coupled with his inability to describe them, lack of objective measurements and shilling of every single new piece of audio gear just begs the question why did he ever even get a following. GoPro is nauseating and doesn't really help at showing the products. You mostly see his fat hands, misaligned loudspeakers, anime picture as a foobar2000 background and a messy house.

I've got a problem /hpg/:
I'm using ISK HF2010s and I'm very happy with them so far. They only have an atta hed cord though.
I want to use them on my PS3 and the only way to do that is through the headphone jack on my TV but it fucking SUCKS. There's a static and high pitched noise whenever there's no sound signal coming through and I think even where there is, I can hear additional noise.

I'd need something to connect to my PS3 that is compatible with the headphone cable AND comes with a volume changer. I'd also go for a solution utilizing the HDMI cable somehow.

>>58678367
I just checked and my TV has an optical digital out. I also read that I'd need a DAC. Doing it this way should be best since then I could just the remote to change volume levels.

Is this all I need then? Will any digital to analog converter suffice? What connection do I need? Cinch? I think it's a 3.5mm cable.

>>58678432
Yes and no. You would also need a headphone amp, either built into the DAC or as a separate component.

Opinions on DT 1770 pro's? Worth the upgrade from 770's?

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>"Real" headphones + clip Mic
>hyperx cloud something or another
honestly, what should I do? clip mic + "real" headphones kinda seems like a hassle and i'm not overly concerned with """muh audiophile""" and i hear the hyperx cloud series actually falls into the .01% of good gaming headsets, plus they don't look retarded

>>58678592
Why would I need an amp?
Afaik my headphones are simple stereo ones, do I need to worry about 5.1 output of the dac? I don't like to miss out and there is an audible difference between surround and stereo sound when seitching between them in games, but usually I just go with stereo anyways.

Would sth like this be overkill?https://www.amazon.de/Ligawo-®-SPDIF-Audio-Decoder/dp/B00JL9PIOE

Would this be too crappy? https://www.amazon.de/UGREEN-Digital-Wandler-Audiowandler-Netzteil/dp/B01M2WP45P/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1485538306&sr=8-2&keywords=digital+zu+analog+3.5

There's another even cheaper one from the same brand...

Again, do I really need an amp? I'd connect this straight to my TVs optical out.

>>58678668
hyperx headphones are generally pretty good, one of the better gaming headphone brands imo. mic quality is a lot better than most others I've heard and sound quality is acceptable for the price and their intended use

>>58678694
ok thanks i'll probably just go with that, i mean i was pretty satisfied with some shitty old turtle beaches i had that just broke (hence why i'm on the market for new one). Sure they weren't the best but they were very acceptable and i don't really notice how bad or if they sound bad at all since i'd get distracted while gaming

>>58678185
THIS

>>58678737
If you ever plan on getting higher end 'real' headphones in the future i'd recommend a desk mic over a clip on one but if you found turtle beaches satisfying then hyperx clouds are probably an upgrade from those.

>>58678794
what would you suggest for around the same price of a hyperx cloud core?

Looking for a new DAC amp for under 400
Current setup is Schiit modi magni 2 stack with T1 Tesla Gen 2s
Tried looking up the NFB-11.32 but I got this response from audio gd
"The NFB-11 have not the stock,The lead time maybe at 28th.Feb"

>>58678367
Can't you plug the headphones directly into your controller?
There should be a 3.5mm port on them if I'm not mistaken

If not, just get a little usb DAC, plug that shit into your TV, and voila.

>>58679363
Samson SR950/850
SHP 9500
Anything from Superlux (681/662/668B/669) + new pads
Takstar Pro80/HI2050
Sennheiser HD 558

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>>58679609
How does this look for my current setup?

I just got superlux 662 evo. Why the fuck is there so much sound leak? It's literally like an open can.

HD600 or ATH-R70x?

>>58679890
Hd600, they're the best headphones I've ever tried and my literal endgame. I've barely came here or looked at headphone related stuff since I've owned them. The second best I've tried were are 650's, says it all really.

>>58678686
You would, because you shouldn't run headphones off of a line-out connection. It doesn't need to be separate, there's plenty of cheap DACs that have it built in, but you do need one.

>>58679817
Or this going into the Schiit amp

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>>58680114
this

So how about them Skullcandy Crusher wireless. Literally bass you can feel.

>>58680557
LMAO

>>58680557
Thats not real bass, my guy. The sliders are just vibrators in the cups, you drank snake oil.

>Budget
£70/$100 (A little flexible)
>Location
UK
>Source
PC / occasional Mi Note 3
>Type of headphone
Any
>Open or closed
Also any
>Comfort level
Somewhat comfortable for long periods of time of up to 6 hours.
>Sound signature
Netrual / Bassy
>Past headphones
Apple Earbuds
Steelseries Siberia V2
Sony MDR-XB3000
Razer Orca (Personal favourite)
Audio-Technica ATH-M20x
Razer Kraken Neon Pro

>>58681486
Hm5

>>58679801
Hyperx Cloud's are literally Pro 80's with a mic. They have a nice bass boost for vidya and are around the same price as the Takstars. They run a bit small if you have a big head though.

>>58681486
xpt100/hm5. XPT100 is the cheaper version, but I think there's some QC issues at the moment so if you want to be safe just pay extra for hm5
alternatively if you prefer open, hd558/598

WHY DIDNT ANYONE TELL ME SUPERLUXS HAVE MICROPHONICS REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

>>58682362
just get a braided extension cable

>>58682382
You wanna link me to a good cheap one? Dunno which ones will make it gone.

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> tfw you want to listen to your brand new just unboxed IEMs but can't
I hate this feel

>>58683683
>Breaks in headphones instead of enjoying them
>Fell for the meme
Kek

>Love my 9500's
>Neighbors loud as hell

Figured I'd get a closed pair for when the neighbors are raging.

What does /g recommend for cheap closed sets?

Was thinking of grabbing the 8323's since they're compatible with the boom pro.

>>58683683
got your magic rocks yet?
if not you'll have to wait until those arrive as well, shit sucks dude, had to wait two weeks for mine to arrive

>>58683954
7506

What's a good portable setup?

Was thinking Fiio X1 and Etymotic HF5.

>>58684011
The Fiio X3ii is currently on sale for 140 bucks over at headphone.com
The screen is fucking garbage but for 140 you can't go wrong with that if you want a Fiio.
Alternatively I've read the Cowon Plenue D is also good and in the same ballpark as the X3ii. Not sure how they compare as I only own the X3ii
For IEMs fill the form

>>58684040
Thanks man.

>Budget
150
>Location
USA
>Source
whatever PMP I choose, could get an amp if needed
>Type of headphone
iem
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
dont care
>Sound signature
neutral to slightly bright, focus on acoustic, jazz, female vocals. bass quantity isn't important but I want it to be neutral with decent extension
>Past headphones
HE400S and HE400i. I wan't something that's in between these. The 400S is much more natural sounding but I wish it had a tinge more brightness like the 400i has.

>>58684135
Not too familiar with neutral IEMs as they naturally tend to be more bassy and dark.
You could try the RHA MA750. I own them and they sound pretty clear compared to other IEMs I've tried. Not overly bassy but not siblant either.

>>58684135
Etymotic hf5

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>>58684668

>Don't care about comfort.

I don't see how this is ever a thing.
Do you only wear headphones for one song?

Do you like to associate pain with good sound?

>>58684894
He's asking for IEM recommendations. Comfort is fairly uniform with IEMs compared to fullsize headphones. Not to say that there aren't any completely retarded IEM designs, but it's just nowhere near as prevalent as in fullsize.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCzNY1fmmO8

what headphones are they using?? looks like AKG 240 MK II and Fostek TP50?

>>58685158
>AKG 240 MK II
Looks like Superlux 662B or one of the various chink rebrands

>Fostek TP50
I assume you mean Fostex T50RP. But yeah it looks like a variant of the T20/40/50RP

> Stash headphones inside my closet for a month or two
> Take them out
> Feels like listening to brand new headphones with a unique sound
I love this feel.

>Budget
~$100
>Location
US
>Source
Computer/Phone
>Type of headphone
Over ear for LARGE ears
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
11/10
>Sound signature
Flatter the better, but I'm flexible.
>Past headphones
Grado SR60i

Must be efficient and have a removable cable.

>>58685429
Maybe the Status cb-1 or mh 40's.

Got 50 bucks, best iem for electro and glitch hop?
Currently own chink rock zircons, like them, but lack mids.
High isolation or bust!

>>58685429
Sennheiser 598c

>>58685540
Fiio ex1?
Best iem I own personally.

If you don't mind the ety ear rape and the lack of impactful bass, the ety ek5 is incredible. I can't overstate just how good they sound.

>>58683769
I'm with this guy. Just fucking listen to them.

They'll improve over time? maybe. Always get a first impressions though just to make sure. Because if they're shit out of the box? They'll be shit forever.

>>58685758
>They'll improve over time? maybe.
No
If anything the moving parts will deteriorate over time

>>58685771
It's up for debate. All I know is that if you like them at first? great
If not? 99% you're boned forever unless you do some extensive modding

>>58685787
>It's up for debate
It isn't.
It's physically impossible that the neodymium driver somehow "falls into place" by playing a lot of music. Unless maybe the headphones are shit

Are these expensive ass things worth it?

https://www.mayflowerelectronics.com/shop/headphones/fostex-t50rp-mk-iii-version-3-bass-model/

>>58685811
No supposedly it's about the driver being able to flex easier after repeatedly playing music.

I don't know for sure. Like I can't pinpoint it one way or another. I could've sworn on some headphones burn in was a factor, on others it didn't do anything. Still, could just all be placebo.

There is little science behind it but that doesn't immediately prove it false

>>58685743
Could a little eq fix it?
Also, how often do you have to change those dragon dildos, to avoid them breaking inside your ear, or lord forbid, getting stuck there!

>Budget
150$
>Location
US
>Source
Phone/Computer
>Type of headphone
Any
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Comfortable for long periods
>Sound signature
Bright or neutral
>Past headphones
Some shitty desktop Sony headphones

>>58685869
K553 pro
I think they were recently on sale for like 100 bucks
Not sure if that's still goin

>>58685858
I've never had a problem with the dragon dildos other than them being uncomfortable as shit. I wouldn't use the standard foam round ones though because they have a lot of suction force.
As for EQ? It might work a little. But the problem is the drivers are tiny so you'll never get the bass to be impactful. You can HEAR the bass just fine. It's the enveloping nature of bass that doesn't apply.

>>58685540
Look into the MEE Audio M6 Pro.

$50, bass is more on the neutral side and a slight boost in the upper mids/lower treble. Also has a detachable cable.

>>58685908
Thanks!
>>58685936
I'll take a look at them, thanks!

>>58685882
That or the M50x

>>58686003
*M40x

I'm going to be gaming and listening to music a lot. Is it worth it to try and get something expensive like:

https://www.mayflowerelectronics.com/shop/headphones/fostex-t50rp-mk-iii-version-1/

>>58686035
Also looking at PSB M4U 1s and Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7BKs

>>58686035
If you're willing to spend the funds and they have a return policy why not give them a try?

If you're looking for something cheaper and closed the Sennheiser 598 cs are solid.

>>58686106
I know it's unlikely but I was just looking for some testimonials on that kind of stuff.

Want to give them a try.

The >LEDDIT guide that recommended them say that these headphones have good soundstage and excellent sound.

>>58685429
You may have to sacrifice a few things

598Cs - large, very comfy, and locking removable cable, though they're a moderate V-shape.
MDR7506 - Flat, mostly comfy though not very large cups, and non removable cable
M40x - very slight V-shape, awful stock comfort, and locking removable cable
Brainwavz HM5 - Bass boosted, very comfy, removable [though Y shape] cable


I'd say personally go with HM5's or 598C, and then EQ to your liking. 598Cs will isolate less than the HM5 if thats important.
Either that or M40x, and then get MSR7 pads. If you've got big ears, get HM5 pads. They change the sound though.

>>58686035
Yes. T50RP's have really quite great imaging which is good for gaming. Mayflower V1 mod improves over the stock [imo not that good] T50RPMKIII quite a bit.

>>58686214
Hmmm. I wonder if I should get the bass-boosted one or just the neutral one.

Will a Fiio E10k be enough to drive them?

>>58676138
https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-upgrade-MDR-1A-MDR-1R-headphones/dp/B00Y7USFPQ

3m and MDR-1A compatible. Thinking about getting one myself.

I'm liking my MDR-1A. Stretched out the headband for a few hours and it's comfortable now while still clampy. Anyone have one and a Fidelio X2? I'm curious how they compare.

Do HM5 Pads really have memory foam? Because they look like they just have regular hard thick foam

>>58686214
What pads would you recommend for them?

>>58686234
And most of the mods are well documented for the T50rps, if you plan on modding

Would you recommend an AMP for Beyerdynamic DT770 80 ohm or directly buy better headphones?
My budget is ~200 CAD, but I'm willing to pay more if it's really worth it.

>tfw HD668B's only half working now after 2 years of abuse

Any ultra poorfag set of headphones that are serviceable?

$20, USA. I still have my velour pads from my HD668B's that just need to be cleaned up.

>>58686572
>What pads would you recommend for them?
Doesn't mayflower replace the pads by default?

>>58686927
Monoprice 8323 or Tascam TH-02 since your budget is ultra poorfag like me, Maybe Koss KCS75's

>>58687094
Thanks man. Will go with whatever is the biggest probably since my head is fucking huge.

>>58686751
I use mine without an amp.

>>58679621
Will a little USB Dac be enougj though?

What software does hpg use for listening to music.

>>58687718
FOOBAR

Before I go asking what I want.

Does anyone have a good comparison between flat sound and mid-centric?
I have it in my head that I like my mids and that might be because I perceive more of the "little" things in songs. You know how you pick up on a little something in a song and that becomes your new favorite part, or something? I think it's the mids.

So yeah, mid-centric to flat comparison please, because I'm looking at my Sony MDR-7506's with a busted ear and that's pretty flat sound which I loved. Wondering if I should switch it up.

>>58687820
Fuck it. I might just make the GIANT leap from MDR-7506 to MDR-Vr6, but I have 21 hours to order to get it by monday so...

Budget: $150
Location: USA
Source: Computer only
Type: Full sized, around ear, closed.
Comfy: Comfy. I sit here for at least 5 hours straight every day playing games and watching shit.
Sound: Flat? I don't mind bass, but I don't care for ones that are ABOUT base. I guess I want my mids to be better...
Past headphones include the Sony, MDR-7506, Soundmagic E10, which I'm using now with way too short a cord, had to turn my computer sideways to lean back in my chair, and some other $60 IEM, started with a V.

Some other anon mentioned ATH-T500, any good?

>>58672094
Wondering the same. I dont get where the "shitty build quality" thing comes from. They feel a hell of a lot better than my old senns.

>>58686035
Get argons

>>58688045
Fuck it again.

Going with 598cs.

>>58688045

AKG K553 Pro

Look around online, they dip down to ~$120 pretty often.

>>58688045
>>58688304

What's the MDR-Vr6? Do you mean MDR-V6? Yeah, go with the 598cs. I got the MDR-V6 and wasn't impressed at all.

Alternatively, you can buy the MDR-1A for $150 if you order from Amazon Britbong.

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>>58683683
>IEM
>burn in