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JitnikoVi
Russian Federation396 Posts
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Legend`
Canada381 Posts
On May 16 2011 15:53 JSH wrote: ... Sound jack? And the Beats aren't looked too favorably as they are priced very high for what they offer There are like 6 separate jacks on my computer and none of them seem to work when I try to plug it in LOL Either that or I'm just clueless ;c | ||
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Myrmidon
United States9452 Posts
On May 19 2011 02:31 Bambipwnsu wrote: I picked up on a name i saw pop up in page 1...the Audio-Technica ATH-A700. I would like something like this, basically an entry level headphone that is around 100-150$. How does this compare to the more popular Sennheiser HD 555s? Are there any other recommendations you would have at this price range. From reviews i figured out that the ATH-A700s are a good bang for buck entry level, however thats all I know of right now. Secondly, I was wondering if I would need to buy a sound card for my computer to do this justice? Oh and how are the zalman microphones? Im going to need something like that to be able to simulate a gaming headset lol. Thanks alot! I've never heard the ATH-A700 (closed-back, somewhat isolating), but the ATH-AD700 (open-back, non-isolating, somewhat cheaper) is much more popular for some reason. I'm guessing you don't need closed headphones because you're considering the Senn HD 555, or maybe you don't realize that they're open and don't block out any sound coming in or out? Other popular headphones to look for in that price range include the Sennheiser HD 595--down in price because the 515/555/595 are being replaced by the 518/558/598--AKG K240S, and Audio-Technica ATH-M50. Can anyone vouch for the new Sony ZX700? You can read a few pages back about amps, DACs, sound cards (which include a DAC and amp), etc. You'll get a big improvement with these kinds of headphones even out of ordinary sources, so if you're just getting started, it's maybe something you can look into later. On May 19 2011 04:26 Legend` wrote: There are like 6 separate jacks on my computer and none of them seem to work when I try to plug it in LOL Either that or I'm just clueless ;c Generally for computers, green is stereo out for front channels and is what you want. (red is mono mic in, blue is stereo line in, black is stereo out rear channels, gray is stereo out side channels, and gold is center/subwoofer out). | ||
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Legend`
Canada381 Posts
On May 19 2011 05:01 Myrmidon wrote: I've never heard the ATH-A700 (closed-back, somewhat isolating), but the ATH-AD700 (open-back, non-isolating, somewhat cheaper) is much more popular for some reason. I'm guessing you don't need closed headphones because you're considering the Senn HD 555, or maybe you don't realize that they're open and don't block out any sound coming in or out? Other popular headphones to look for in that price range include the Sennheiser HD 595--down in price because the 515/555/595 are being replaced by the 518/558/598--AKG K240S, and Audio-Technica ATH-M50. Can anyone vouch for the new Sony ZX700? You can read a few pages back about amps, DACs, sound cards (which include a DAC and amp), etc. You'll get a big improvement with these kinds of headphones even out of ordinary sources, so if you're just getting started, it's maybe something you can look into later. Generally for computers, green is stereo out for front channels and is what you want. (red is mono mic in, blue is stereo line in, black is stereo out rear channels, gray is stereo out side channels, and gold is center/subwoofer out). Works now, thank you very much! | ||
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Legend`
Canada381 Posts
On May 16 2011 22:52 uriel- wrote: The Beats do not have good sound, certainly not for their price. Hopefully they will lead you down a path to a properly good pair of cans. Got it for free so won't complain :p | ||
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Fyodor
Canada971 Posts
ZX700 are now at the price the M50 used to be and I think they might be a better buy. I hate to recommend something I haven't tried though. From what I heard they have the same popular type of warm sound signature that won't offend anyone. But yeah, if you're looking for M50's, keep an eye out for ZX700's also. (EDIT: Convinced my friend to bite the bullet on the ZX700. If he lets me borrow them I'll let you guys know what I think.) | ||
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Necosarius
Sweden4042 Posts
 ) and need a new set of headphones. Since I love the Siberia I was thinking about buying them again but there are now two versions of them, SteelSeries Siberia Full-size Headphone and Steelseries Siberia V2. Is there any big differences between these two? The Siberia V2 costs like twice as much! Are there any better headphones in the same price range? I will use them only for music and gaming. | ||
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uriel-
Singapore1867 Posts
 You can get very good-sounding headphones for that price range, just that there won't be a mic. | ||
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Necosarius
Sweden4042 Posts
On May 22 2011 00:18 uriel- wrote: Since you are in the enthusiast thread, you might as well check up on some non-Siberia alternatives You can get very good-sounding headphones for that price range, just that there won't be a mic.Yeah that's what I thought as well, any suggestions ? I'm not very good with headsets ^^' | ||
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uriel-
Singapore1867 Posts
On May 22 2011 05:19 Necosarius wrote: Yeah that's what I thought as well, any suggestions ? I'm not very good with headsets ^^'For the 100USD price range you could look at the Sony MDR-V6, Superlux HD668B, Audio-Technica ATH-ES7, Grado SR60i, even the Creative Aurvana Live. All of these will sound about infinitely better than what you can get for 100 dollars worth from "gaming" gear, but at the cost of having no mic. Personally having used both "gaming" headsets and audio-grade headphones I find no reason not to simply buy a cheap separate desktop mic to go along with my headphones. Of course there are far more options available at this very competitive price point and the models I mentioned span different kinds of sound preferences, so if you can list out some of your needs and preferences in music I'm sure people can come up with more suggestions for you. | ||
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Deleted User 108965
1096 Posts
im looking to spend ~ $200 on a nice(see: new) set, any suggestions will be greatly appreciated ^^ | ||
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ieatkids5
United States4628 Posts
On May 25 2011 11:55 FrankWalls wrote: hello all you enthusiasts, i am looking to buy some in ear headphones im looking to spend ~ $200 on a nice(see: new) set, any suggestions will be greatly appreciated ^^ what headphones have you owned or used? what kind of sound signature are you looking for (do you love bass? or you want a more balanced frequency response? or V-shaped?)? how important are looks/design? are you using these for home, or are you going jogging with then? what source are you using (ipod? laptop? computer?)? what kind of music do you usually listen to? this will help me (and others) recommend something that fits your taste, since what sounds good to one person will sound terrible to another. | ||
ZeromuS
Canada13407 Posts
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Deleted User 108965
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shabinka
United States469 Posts
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Twistacles
Canada1327 Posts
On April 25 2011 02:50 Myrmidon wrote: iPod should be mostly fine unless (1) you're running out of volume (not enough output voltage, so starts to clip), but that shouldn't happen with SRH840 unless you're listening at really high levels, or (2) it's being used to drive some low-impedance balanced-armature IEMs that have really varying impedance over frequency, which is problematic for a source with non-negligible output impedance. That's not to say it's the best ever, but driving something like an SRH840, I don't think there should be any glaring problems that would be fixed by switching to a different source. Do you notice any differences between the onboard audio and iPod? Anyway, apparently this guy is about to publish a Fiio E7 review, so stay tuned: http://nwavguy.blogspot.com/ I'd say I notice a diffence between onboard and ipod, yeah, but maybe that's cause when i'm on my pc im playing sc2 and when im on my ipod im on the bus...I'll try now though =P | ||
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Fyodor
Canada971 Posts
On May 25 2011 11:55 FrankWalls wrote: hello all you enthusiasts, i am looking to buy some in ear headphones im looking to spend ~ $200 on a nice(see: new) set, any suggestions will be greatly appreciated ^^ Monster Turbine PRO Gold. Or copper. ![[image loading]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/410jQqVK8fL._AA300_.jpg) Gold is a little laid back. Copper is a bit more analytical and bright. pretty damn excellent IEMs. | ||
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Deleted User 108965
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T.O.P.
Hong Kong4685 Posts
On May 25 2011 19:21 Fyodor wrote: Monster Turbine PRO Gold. Or copper. Gold is a little laid back. Copper is a bit more analytical and bright. pretty damn excellent IEMs. Triple Fi 10 is better at that price. http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Ears-TripleFi-Isolating-Earphones/dp/B0019RBJOE They have top tier sound. However the comfort is really lacking. I have to take them off and put on my RE0's sometimes because of the pain. | ||
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Vapaach
Finland994 Posts
Now I just have some crappy earbuds and really wish I could go back in time to prevent the cord from ripping in half. Can anyone recommend some good (sound quality and comfort are the top priorities) mid-price headphones (even though I am broke atm)? Thanks. I skimmed the thread and only saw really expensive ones, and after all I am just a poor student. | ||
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