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Cephalopadre
United States42 Posts
On July 04 2012 06:22 BlueMooon wrote: Loud volume from speakers next to me that is the situation or any good reccommendations please I need a fast reply here and a reply You can always just buy those Astros you linked. I don't know what you want a recommendation on, let alone parameters and your situation. | ||
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Son of Gnome
United States777 Posts
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Mordanis
United States893 Posts
Also, to make sure I wasn't fooling myself, I did some research and found that the receiver in question has a DAC chip rated for 24 bit sound at 192 kHz, whereas the Fiio has 24 bit/44kHz, but effectively only about 16.5 bits in several circumstances. Plus I would imagine that the amplification is done better by the gigantic receiver than the tiny e10 ^^ One final thing: I'd like to thank everyone who's kept this thread alive because it's been one of the main things that's kept me listening to music. I just stopped playing trombone for the first time since I was 8 (I'm about 20 now :D), and so this thread has kept my passion for music alive between playing oppurtunities. I just want you all to know that you're awesome and handsome/pretty(choose one, or both!). | ||
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T.O.P.
Hong Kong4685 Posts
On July 04 2012 15:59 Mordanis wrote: Well I'm feeling a little less confident about my Fiio e10 after plugging my headphones into my family's receiver, an only slightly dated but still pretty good Yamaha. I'm getting astonishingly good sound, and I'm wondering what I'd have to do to recreate the sound. I've been looking into getting the bravo ocean amp, but I have no idea if that would be as good as a receiver. So now I'm wondering if I should just pay out an extra $150 for a similar receiver, and then when I get a better paying job I'll be able to get a good set of speakers because I already have a receiver. Anyone have thoughts on this? Also, in a few months I'm planning to upgrade from my ATH-AD700s to either the Q701 or K550, if that impacts the reccomendation. Also, to make sure I wasn't fooling myself, I did some research and found that the receiver in question has a DAC chip rated for 24 bit sound at 192 kHz, whereas the Fiio has 24 bit/44kHz, but effectively only about 16.5 bits in several circumstances. Plus I would imagine that the amplification is done better by the gigantic receiver than the tiny e10 ^^ One final thing: I'd like to thank everyone who's kept this thread alive because it's been one of the main things that's kept me listening to music. I just stopped playing trombone for the first time since I was 8 (I'm about 20 now :D), and so this thread has kept my passion for music alive between playing oppurtunities. I just want you all to know that you're awesome and handsome/pretty(choose one, or both!). Fiio e10 is rated 24bit/96kHz. It's just that the receiver has never been tested. | ||
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Myrmidon
United States9452 Posts
The receiver actually sound a bit different, but if it is, being able to handle 192 kHz is not going to be the reason why. Make sure to triple check, or more, that the receiver actually sounds better. In the least, this should involve a very good effort at matching volumes (ideally, with a good sound meter, or measuring a test signal level with a multimeter) before comparing. Small differences in volume like tenths of a dB, are enough to make things sound different, so be careful. Fast switching between the two devices while comparing is also important. Ideally, you'd do it blind, so you're identifying only by sound without knowing which is which. Then you can figure out what is actually different about the sound, and go from there. | ||
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GloryOfAiur
United States127 Posts
Are these good headphones? I red Mad Lust Envy's guide and he had good opinions about this, I am looking for a audiojack headphone ~$100 for music and NON COMPETITIVE gaming, comfort and durability is a must. I am okay with a strong bass, as long as it is not overwhelming. I read the Newegg reviews and they are all fond of the headphone: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826158054&SortField=0&SummaryType=0&PageSize=10&SelectedRating=-1&VideoOnlyMark=False&IsFeedbackTab=true#scrollFullInfo | ||
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BlueMooon
United Kingdom35 Posts
On July 04 2012 13:23 Cephalopadre wrote: You can always just buy those Astros you linked. I don't know what you want a recommendation on, let alone parameters and your situation. Would marshmallow + muffs do the same work? That would be on a cheaper scale | ||
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TriZen
England219 Posts
Frequency response: 18 – 28,000 Hz Impedance: 32 Ohm SPL@ 1kHz, 1 Vrms: 112 dB Cable length: 9.8 ft. (1 + 2 = 3 m) Jacks: 3.5 mm Thank you in advance for any response :D | ||
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sAsThark
France27 Posts
![[image loading]](http://www.materiel.net/live/24765.jpg) I had a Steelseries Siberia (The ear-cushion fall after 4 years of use). I can notice that the sound is really purest on the AKG (was ever great with the Steelseries). | ||
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FlyingToilet
United States840 Posts
On July 02 2012 17:34 CabelD wrote: Has there been a release date for the new Siberias? They look really nice! ^^ Sorry for the late response but according to the steel series website, the siberia v2 frost blue headset is due for release in Q2 2012 but imho will probably end up in like Q3, they look decent might have to sell some old electronics or take out a loan to get that pair, and also i want a ducky illuminated with mx reds so bad! But so expensive! D: | ||
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GGitsJack
New Zealand426 Posts
I was wondering if there are any headphones that are similar to it, but maybe without the mic? Because I am mainly looking for earphones to use for my iphone. Or in another side, does anyone know if the Siberia comes with a wire which just connects just the audio? I've searched around and seems that it's either the usb version or the one that comes with the mike input. | ||
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kineSiS-
Korea (South)1068 Posts
On July 05 2012 22:00 GGitsJack wrote: Hey guys. I've been looking around for eaphones recently and saw the Siberia and instantly fell for the design (no suprises there). I was wondering if there are any headphones that are similar to it, but maybe without the mic? Because I am mainly looking for earphones to use for my iphone. Or in another side, does anyone know if the Siberia comes with a wire which just connects just the audio? I've searched around and seems that it's either the usb version or the one that comes with the mike input. Again. GAMING HEADPHONES ARE USELESS FOR APPLICATIONS BESIDES GAMING. As this is a gaming forum, that is perfectly acceptable if that is all you are looking for. But if you expect high fidelity you are in for a sorry surprise. Of course, chances are you don't know what you've missed so, eh. | ||
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GGitsJack
New Zealand426 Posts
On July 05 2012 22:25 kineSiS- wrote: Again. GAMING HEADPHONES ARE USELESS FOR APPLICATIONS BESIDES GAMING. As this is a gaming forum, that is perfectly acceptable if that is all you are looking for. But if you expect high fidelity you are in for a sorry surprise. Of course, chances are you don't know what you've missed so, eh. That's kinda why I was asking if there were similar ones to the Siberia... I'm talking in terms of the 100% aesthetic design. In other words, what would be some headphones that look really slick/similar to siberia and ideally be under 80 usd? ![[image loading]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51z-baOvHwL._SL500_AA300_.jpg) (Is it wrong to have such emphasis on aesthetics when choosing headphones?, I mean, when I saw the orange siberia it was like love at first sight, the first thought that ran through my head was "shit that looks awesome".) | ||
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ieatkids5
United States4628 Posts
On July 05 2012 22:52 GGitsJack wrote: That's kinda why I was asking if there were similar ones to the Siberia... I'm talking in terms of the 100% aesthetic design. In other words, what would be some headphones that look really slick/similar to siberia and ideally be under 80 usd? (Is it wrong to have such emphasis on aesthetics when choosing headphones?, I mean, when I saw the orange siberia it was like love at first sight, the first thought that ran through my head was "shit that looks awesome".) Nope, pick the one you want. If you want it to look cool, it'd be stupid to buy one that doesn't. I'd suggest browsing around newegg or amazon looking for some that suit your taste (sorry, don't know any that suit your taste) On July 04 2012 15:54 Son of Gnome wrote: Hey guys I was recently robbed so I need to get a new pair of earbuds, they are for music almost exclusively and possibly rarely for playing games but that is unlikely. I am willing to spend around 50 or so bucks maybe a bit more. Any recommendations or am I in the wrong thread? What kind of sound do you like? The more detailed you are, the better the recommendations I can give  | ||
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Ecailles
23 Posts
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Cephalopadre
United States42 Posts
![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/RFiV4.jpg) ![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/4x6sL.jpg) Below is the set within the Head-Fi.org "Headphone Buying Guide" under "Upper Mid-Range Headphones: $300-$500" 1 = No amp required to get full utility B = Bass heavy (1-B) Audio Technica ATH-ES10, $380-$430. Warm balanced sound overall with decent isolation. Strong hard hitting bass, neutral mids, smooth sparkling highs. http://www.head-fi.org/a/headphone-buying-guide Here is an article on them from Headfonia http://www.headfonia.com/audio-technica-es10/ Here is a video showing them being displaying at a Toyko trade show. + Show Spoiler + Just wondering if any ES10 owners who read this could share their thoughts, thank you! | ||
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eugene88
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BlueMooon
United Kingdom35 Posts
On July 04 2012 20:06 BlueMooon wrote: Would marshmallow + muffs do the same work? That would be on a cheaper scale All I need is a reply to this question >.< For my final decision Would this do as much work as the astro? | ||
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ieatkids5
United States4628 Posts
On July 09 2012 02:37 BlueMooon wrote: All I need is a reply to this question >.< For my final decision Would this do as much work as the astro? i feel like earmuffs + in ear headphones would block out more sound than the astros, but i haven't tried either. | ||
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slytown
Korea (South)1411 Posts
On July 08 2012 08:52 Cephalopadre wrote: Hey, anyone here own a Audio Technica ATH-ES10? I'm gathering as much info online before I spend $410 on Amazon. These cans are a bass heavy music focused portable, rather than for monitoring like with the ATH-M50. Below is the set within the Head-Fi.org "Headphone Buying Guide" under "Upper Mid-Range Headphones: $300-$500" 1 = No amp required to get full utility B = Bass heavy (1-B) Audio Technica ATH-ES10, $380-$430. Warm balanced sound overall with decent isolation. Strong hard hitting bass, neutral mids, smooth sparkling highs. http://www.head-fi.org/a/headphone-buying-guide Here is an article on them from Headfonia http://www.headfonia.com/audio-technica-es10/ Here is a video showing them being displaying at a Toyko trade show. + Show Spoiler + Just wondering if any ES10 owners who read this could share their thoughts, thank you! Careful trying to buy "bass heavy" headphones. It's a marketing gimmick for losers who put subwoofers in their cars and listen to rap music that has no musicality. Hearing only a bass drum is not pleasant. I like my hip hop and trip hop, but people wanting to up their sound clearly are in the dark when submitting to the gimmick. Good bass is much better defined as tight and not bloated. You want the headphone to never cloud what the producer intended for you to hear, even though not all masters tracks sound good. Color in headphones (and in production) needs to be subtle. Many claim closed headphones are better for low-end specific recordings but I can't say I've ever picked a closed headphone over a solid open headphone performer. Sound stage, detail, and transparency are much better listening draws than bass. I have to say the best bass I ever heard was on the Hifiman HE-6; It's an open planar magnetic headphone that had a large soundstage and amazing detail. Blew me away. ![[image loading]](http://cdn.head-fi.org/4/44/448ac8dd_Edwood_HifiMan_HE-6-b_Prepro_01.jpg) | ||
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