EPTHeadphone enthusiast thread! - Page 33
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krysis2010
Singapore53 Posts
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Stoids
United States636 Posts
On December 26 2010 10:36 Myrmidon wrote: IIRC even among audiophiles, the ATH-AD700 and ATH-M50 are not considered to be in the "needs an amp" category. That's part of the reason why they are so frequently recommended. If you aren't looking to address a specific problem with a current audio source (low volume, static, or noticeable distortion) or looking to spend lots of money on a more exotic amplifier, IMHO getting a cheapish sound card/DAC/amp will likely not do anything for the sound quality. Others will disagree with that. But if you try it out, be sure to report back on your impressions! Ya, I am aware of this. Just thought I'd try it out. 20 bucks isn't a huge investment, and if I eventually upgrade to better headphones, I think upgrading from onboard will be a decent investment. I'll let you know! | ||
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Adsee
United States221 Posts
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FruitGG
United States73 Posts
On December 26 2010 16:08 Adsee wrote: Got some Westone UM3x's, they are just awesome. Im looking for an amp though, nothing too expensive, and something fairly portable, any ideas anybody? Electronic Avenues PA2V2 or the FiiO E7. A cheap alternative for the fiio E7, if you like bass , is the cMoy bass boost amp. | ||
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Adsee
United States221 Posts
On December 27 2010 01:34 ValSic wrote: Electronic Avenues PA2V2 or the FiiO E7. A cheap alternative for the fiio E7, if you like bass , is the cMoy bass boost amp. thanks, will look into it. | ||
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doktorLucifer
United States855 Posts
Out of curiosity, though, are any of skullcandy's "high-end" stuff good at all? (rocnation aviator, or the SKs) A relative is also offering to give me entry level goldring headphones. I haven't heard of this brand before. What are your opinion on this brand? | ||
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haegN
Norway538 Posts
On December 28 2010 02:56 Thesecretaznman wrote: I'm looking into getting a pair of HD280's to replace my shitty skullcandy hesh's. Out of curiosity, though, are any of skullcandy's "high-end" stuff good at all? (rocnation aviator, or the SKs) A relative is also offering to give me entry level goldring headphones. I haven't heard of this brand before. What are your opinion on this brand? Goldring is a really good brand that offers tremendous bang for the buck I'd say.. I mean I got the Goldring Dr100 and they are cheap and sound really good! So try them out for sure  | ||
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Breadwinner
United States17 Posts
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Taffye
United States20 Posts
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VooDank
Canada252 Posts
I have been lurking through this thread but there are so many suggetions that I have no idea which ones would be good for me, does anyone have any suggestions? And how nescessary is an amp? XD thanks!! | ||
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Gatsbi
United States1134 Posts
On December 28 2010 07:02 bobalo wrote: I'm looking to spend roughly $200 on headphones. I prefer over the ear ones and I need lots of bass. I have been lurking through this thread but there are so many suggetions that I have no idea which ones would be good for me, does anyone have any suggestions? And how nescessary is an amp? XD thanks!! Beyerdynamic DT770/80 PRO Audiotechnica ATH-M50 audiotechnicas won't need an amp, beyer may need a small amp, but you could decide after you have heard them, it will most likely be loud enough. edit: Beyerdynamic will be much more comfortable for long periods of use btw. they have soft velor pads, and i have heard Audiotechnica M50's can clamp quite hard if you have a medium/large head | ||
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Blyadischa
419 Posts
On December 28 2010 02:56 Thesecretaznman wrote: I'm looking into getting a pair of HD280's to replace my shitty skullcandy hesh's. Out of curiosity, though, are any of skullcandy's "high-end" stuff good at all? (rocnation aviator, or the SKs) A relative is also offering to give me entry level goldring headphones. I haven't heard of this brand before. What are your opinion on this brand? Skullcandy's high end products are extremely good at making you look like a tool. same with Dr. Dre's Beats | ||
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Myrmidon
United States9452 Posts
On December 28 2010 04:18 Taffye wrote: Whats the general opinion on Astro a40s? Dunno, but you can try asking in the headset thread, here? Most headsets at that price tend to be overpriced though, at least in terms of sound quality and comfort for the cost. Build quality may or may not be good. Hopefully somebody else actually knows something about these. On December 28 2010 07:02 bobalo wrote: I'm looking to spend roughly $200 on headphones. I prefer over the ear ones and I need lots of bass. I have been lurking through this thread but there are so many suggetions that I have no idea which ones would be good for me, does anyone have any suggestions? And how nescessary is an amp? XD thanks!! Beyerdynamic DT-770 is usually about that price, has lots (but not ridiculous amounts) of bass, is closed, and is very comfortable, fitting over the ear. Sometimes the price goes to $150 or so, but $200 seems to be around usual. The midrange is a little recessed compared to the bass and treble, but that's to the liking of many people. There are several DT-770 versions that are marginally different, but the Pro/80 ohms version seems to be the most popular. That's the one I've used, and it's pretty nice. Without a dedicated amp, you'd want the 32 ohms version or the Pro 80, as the others may be a little too quiet out of an onboard audio chip or a portable player. What would you be plugging the headphones into? There are varying opinions on the importance of an expensive external amplifier as an alternative to whatever stock amp is in your audio source. I'm sure you can read about them in this thread. | ||
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Khul Sadukar
Australia1735 Posts
Sennheiser PMX 60 Very comfortable. Stylish and doesnt block everything out so I can still talk to ppl or pretend to be ignorant :p | ||
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jambam
United States324 Posts
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Nilrem
United States3684 Posts
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Motiva
United States1774 Posts
I currently use a pair of Bose Triports (headband broke, taped together atm) and they were free so I can't complain about how overpriced they were, but they sound slightly better than the Sennheiser 202/208s(can't remember) as well the Sennheiser EH-150s, but considering the price difference it would be shocking if they didn't... I've been satisfied with M-Audio products in the past (love my monitors) so I wasn't too concerned with giving them more of my money... Does anyone have any experience with both the Q40s and the Bose Triports, I'm curious what differences I can expect... I mean, the people on head-fi shit all over bose (and recommend the Q40s on some conditions), but i saw the triports sell for a good 30-50 more and it certainly wasn't my intention to downgrade, so now i'm curious ^^ Thanks :D | ||
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Caution
2059 Posts
When I started off in this hobby I bought a PA2v2, trust me save the extra $$ and get something worth while. a PA2v2, fiio etc. will not do much at all especially for higher end iems like the UM3x's. | ||
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IkeScurvy
United States36 Posts
I'm not an audiophile really, but I do love me some good bass. I want some fairly cheap headphones that offer decent sound. My price range is probably ~$50, which means I could go up to around $70-80. What would be the best headphones to look at? | ||
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ganjazerg
82 Posts
when i plug them into my notebook, the sound is really mediocre. this is due to the likely-to-be-bad soundcard right? there is also alot of white noise in the background, how do i reduce it? if i plug these 90€ headphones into my 5.1 surround system, will the sound actually be as epic as i think? too lazy to just try since it means alot of work searching for the parts :0 | ||
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