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>>53616586
>Headset requests are frowned upon.
I'd really wish you guys would recommend something decent though. I'm not expecting audiophile level sound quality but just something decent for around 100$ or less if possible
Thinking of getting Dad a pair of Sennheiser HD 555. Someone is selling them used for about $40 (Australia) in very good condition. I can't seem to find any decent budget open over ear comfortable headphones that Dad will use for gym and walks. In ear headphones are a no go sadly and the good takstar, superlux, samson etc have a month+ wait for delivery.
Good deal/idea?
>>53616615
The reason we usually suggest "headphone + separate mic" instead of headsets is because for the same amount of money you would spend on a headset you can get cheaper headphones and mics that are actually better both in sound quality and more durability, you don't really need to be an audiophile to see the benefits of this kind of deal.
Just fill the form and include a request for a cheap mic, you will be surprised by how easy the suggestions will come.
Can someone recommend me a good in-ear headphone to use with my phone? Don't need to be something spectacular, just having a good bass is enough. I had a great Samsung but it broke
>>53616752
Price and samsung model would probably help you get suggestions
>>53616830
$20 bucks or less. That was my old headphone
Would this be the best headphones for traveling? Everytime I go on google this is always in the top of the list.
I listen mostly to EDM (house, old school trance) and some rap
If not suggestions are welcome. Keep in mind it should be somewhat portable, durable enough, and must not need an amp
>>53616752
http://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Piston-III-Headset-Earphones/dp/B00V9RKSAA
>>53616752
http://www.amazon.com/VSONIC-Vsonic-GR02-Bass-Edition/dp/B00NKGFGIW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1458606588&sr=8-4&keywords=vsonic+vsd1s
been using this for 2+ years almost everyday to the gym and no problems whatsoever. also comes with 7 pairs of eartips. highly recommended
>>53616958
The Piston series are good? The II is cheap here
>>53617004
I'll take a look
What seems strange to me is that people are recommending and advising to buy headphones that are 4-6 years old. Is this normal? Havent headphones improved over the years?
>>53616932
V-moda m80 is a nice alternative for travels.
>tfw you fell for the shilling
I keep getting the feeling that this is a horrible mistake
>>53617037
piston II's and III's are both really good budget options but watch out for fakes, there were a million piston 2 knockoffs a couple years ago for 5-6 USD
>>53616752
>>53617037
Piston iii is the value buds, as long you get the legit ones that is.
The stock silicone thingy sucks ass though, I replaced mine from my old buds, way better isolation now.
>>53617054
>Havent headphones improved over the years?
There isn't that much to improve, of course there are new models every now and then, but there are many older models that are still great, take the MDR v6 for example, it's being an industry standard for 30 years.
>>53617070
>63 bucks
No, thanks
>>53616958
I'm torn between these and trying my luck with the massdrop blue box (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-blue-box-sennheiser-exclusive-grab-bag)
How bad could the Sennheiser CX IEMs be?
What are /hpg/ recomendations for speakers at the 300usd mark?
![fostex_rpmk3_series_t20rp_mk3_stereo_1180068[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/JqaGEuD.jpg "fostex_rpmk3_series_t20rp_mk3_stereo_1180068[1].jpg")
I'm quite happy with my planar memephones. With a bit of modding you can get them to be both super comfy and really fucking good-sounding.
Gonna try to reduce and smooth out the treble next.
>>53617131
Is there an equivalent without those paper-thin skin on the earpads
>>53617959
Auray Sheep Skin Pads.
>Budget
600€ at max, would prefer 400 - 550
>Location
Germany
>Source
PC, smartphone
>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
important, need to be able to wear them for up to 10 hours
>Preferred music
Very wide range, but mostly rock
Mainly listen to music of past decades
(Queen, the who, jefferson airplane, white stripes, nirvana, bob marley, depeche mode, pearl jam)
The more modern stuff is
Gorillaz - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gonPVgjIF6w
MGMT - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PlYMZHn-6jA
And one of my current favourites:
Fever Ray - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=EBAzlNJonO8
No idea if this helps at all
>Past headphones
Bose qc15, I like the comfort and it doesn't sound bad imo, but I don't know shit about headphones.
Really like the noise cancelling. it isn't a must, but I would really like if there were headphones for my needs with an equal feature
Why aren't you buying a portable 2.4 lb DAC/AMP?
>>53616615
Because AD-700X and an Antlion ModMic will still cost you less than the absolute 1337 d3c3nt the gaymen community has to offer.
>Budget
100-300 USD
>Location
U.S
>Source
PC, smartphone
>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
as long as my head doesnt hurt after 2 hours im good.
>Preferred music
wide range
>Past headphones
None really, just the pair that come with your phone and logitec g430 for vidya and some back ground music.
1. How do I get HD600 pads off? Seems like you just pull them away from the driver but I don't want to yank any break something
2. I really don't like the fabric pads, would leather pads destroy the sound characteristic of the headphone?
>>53616615
HyperX Cloud I and shut the fuck up
Hi /hpg/ I would like to ask a few questions, if you don't mind.
Is the massdrops website worth? I mean, I don't understand it at all, but seems like is not great for non popular items.
Another question is that I would to get a Piston 3 since it is recommended a lot here, but I also readed lot of places sell "fakes". How can I know if sites like Amazon are trustable to buy? I really really like to get them.
Thanks for taking your time replying /hpg/
Question. Is there a word to reliably search for in-ears that have the sort of cradled solid body like the Apple Earpods? I'm looking for a good set of headphones that uses that style instead of waxpacking earpuds.
>>53618599
Sure chose an appropriate headphone to pair with their shitbox.
>>53618724
Just pull them off, don't yank it just pull and increase the force until it clips off. Just try to grab it at a few points with your fingers so you don't stretch the material.
>>53619586
Bump for massdrop.
>>53618392
Ether.
Bit of an odd question but somewhat related to headphones.
Should I turn off my Amp/DAC when I am not using them for extended (say 8 hours) amount of time?
And should I unplug my headphone from it while its turned off?
>>53619586
Depends on the drop and where you live. Some "drops" are seriously good, others are no better than Amazon prices and for people living outside of US the shipping, import tax and VAT usually kills the deal.
>>53620869
There are some measurements.
>>53618599
I hope nobody is.
>>53618724
There are plenty of video tutorials available on how to do that. I remember them being attached from three points and you just pull them off from those points.
Leather pads would alter the sound. Without measurements it's impossible to say how though.
>>53621327
If SS, no, best kept left on so it's always at optimal running temperature. Tubes however should be turned off when not in use as they do degrade quite quickly.
>And should I unplug my headphone from it while its turned off?
Shouldn't matter too much unless the amp is really poorly designed. I have a habit of only plugging them in after setting the volume all the way down first.
>>53617068
those are never going to ship
>>53617761
How meme are they?
>>53621076
it can be decent but mostly you just end up waiting months for your item and only saving $5 off retail
>Budget
100-200USD flexible
>Location
Japan
>Source
PC & smartphone
>Preferred type of headphone
IEM
>Comfort level
As long as my ear holes aren't pried open
>Preferred tonal balance
I want something for monitoring
>Preferred music
Wide range of music
>Past headphones
Etymotic Research HF5 & ATH-M50x
The new Xiaomi IEMs have "Dual Drivers", and so do the new Monoprice IEMs.
Is this a meme?
>>53622023
Multiple drivers isn't a new thing.
As for if it's a meme, depends. Some have 16 drivers.
>>53622023
I have a JVC HA-FXT90 which has dual dynamic drivers and they are pretty good.
I dont think its a meme at all, JVC even managed to shove 3 dynamic drivers into 1 IEM with their FXZ100/200 line and they are also well regarded.
>>53622023
Glossing over specs like that is pointless. The dual driver Pistons seem to be worse performing than the Piston 3 is.
>>53622023
>new Monoprice IEM
>Full bass, rich mids, and crystal-clear highs. The new Dual Driver Earphones with in-line Mic/controller. Get yours today! $19.99 product ID 14456
>"Full bass"
>into the trash it goes
>>53622439
>crystal-clear
This shit triggers me all the time
>>53616718
Yeah but you forget the main benefit that the mic will be near your mouth, out of the way, rather than sitting in front of your keyboard.
>>53616644
>used headphones
Nasty
>>53623001
FYI - There are clip on mics and mic mods to attach them to the headphones. Check the wiki for the image at the bottom.
>>53617037
´
Ive heard they are supposed to be good but sucks shit. Cant decide, I would rather buy the havi B3 tho
>>53619586
>>53621076
>>53621330
>>53621709
Thanks all anons for helping me.
I will like to bump the post asking again for the Piston 3. Being from Europe, I should take this seller, I guess
>https://www.amazon.es/Xiaomi-Piston-Auriculares--ear-estéreo/dp/B00W575628
Which are the ways to check if I'm going to get fake Pistons, and get them for other price in other links?
I'm looking for a pair of IEMs for use with an iPhone.
Do all earbuds work with an iPhone, or only those labeled "for iPhone"?
>>53623539
Last I checked, iphones use standard 3.5mm headphones jacks. This means that all regular earbuds work with an iphone.
>>53623569
Nice, thank you
I'm looking for a pair of earbuds for a friend, and it wouldn't really be any good if she can't use them at all
Guys, how were called these gaming headphones that used to be on the OP? They were some average ones, and then I think Asus or another company made a re-ash from these.
Or just recommend me a
>Budget
70-80€
>Location
Spain
>Source
I'm thinking on getting an Asus DGX? I don't know if it was from Asus
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Top
>Preferred music
Electronic (dubstep, chill, future, house)
Thanks, my friends.
>>53623569
>>53623539
Products with "works on iPhone" label usually refer to the in-line remote. They generally have the same functionality with the remote as the EarPods.
>>53623674
>I'm thinking on getting an Asus DGX?
Sound cards are shit. A dedicated external Amp and DAC are better choices if your budget for headphones is higher.
You want your audio chain to be as transparent as possible without using a sound card.
Surround sound cards don't have accurate sound reproduction unless you disable all enhancements.
Buying expensive Hi-Fi stereo headphones and using it on a surround sound card defeats its purpose.
You're just making it sound colored and different.
>70-80€
>Closed
https://www.amazon.es/Creative-Aurvana-Live-Auriculares-cerrados/dp/B000W6Y0JY
>>53616586
>Asking "Hey guys, what's your opinion on x?" is frowned upon.
FROWN UPON ME.
AD700x vs AD900x.
People said AD700x got zero bass.
Is that true?
The AD900x would literally burn a hole in my pocket.
>>53623674
hyperx cloud
if you want a mic, I'd recommend them too, if not, get the micless version takstar pro 80
>>53624068
Yes, because there's no midbass hump and rolled-off subbass. Just like other mid-fi open headphones.
Template:
>Budget
450
>Location
Sweden
>Source
I kinda dont want to say it but ... a astro mixapm 2013 version.
>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Closed but i am willing to try Open
>Comfort level
I use mine alot so at least 5-8h of using , but if the sound is rly good i can go for less
>Preferred tonal balance
I listen to alot of Electronic musik. and some indie rock
>Past headphones
Audio-Technica mx50
>>53624097
But the AD900x is also open.. ?
>>53624105
And did I say AD900x isn't no bass?
>>53624116
So I'm fucked either way.
;_;
Btw there is zero bass? Like with these 10-20$ cheap earphones? Or what?
Sadly I have no audio shop nearby to try an open headphone, and I only had closed ones. It was uncomfortable after a few hours, that's why I looked for open ones.
>>53624099
pm3
>>53624099
Closed : ATH-MSR 7, but I think MDR-1A will be feel more "fun" with bassier soundsignature for Electronic music.
Open : Fidelio X2, I guess.
>>53624118
Try to EQ your headphone in 60 Hz down by 10-15db. That is "no bass" on open headphone. As comfort, it depends on how your body is. Closed one tends to easily feels hot due to trapped heat. So if you're easily sweaty or in the hot room or its summer outside. Closed one can be uncomfortable. But its feel comfy to using headphone for walking around in fall season though.
A complete audio noob here. Purchased my first headphones: Takstar TS-671 recommended by an audiophile friend saying they're pretty cool. He didn't lie, quality is awesome (easy to notice since my whole life i've been using monitor speakers and cheap-ass speakers.
What I would like to know is if i'm going to notice any difference purchasing an audio card like "Asus Xonar DGX" or if i'm okay with onboard audio card (MB is ASUS H61M-U3/S3).
Thank you guys.
>>53624156
i have looked in to those , but .. they cost 600 dollars in sweden witch is crazy expenciv if you compare to US
>>53624195
Read >>53623931
>>53624160
Hey might look in to fidelio x2 but they only cost 200 dollars in Sweden , so should i buy something more expensive or invest in a Dac/amp ?
>>53624207
Oh, didn't watch that. Sorry.
Which DAC/Amp do you recommend for my Takstar TS-671?
>>53624213
Well, if you want more expensive set-up. Try dt880 + schiit stack. Fidelio x2 doesn't need amp as its really easy to drive. But I recon dt880 trebles might be to peaky if you're came from m50x.
>>53624228
E6 for amp is enough. if you want dac/amp, q1 and e10k should be fine.
>>53624249
Cool, thank you!
>>53624249
Or you can try Fidelio L2 btw. Its have more balanced frequency response than v-shaped X2.
>>53624200
did you check various sites in EU?
on amazon.co.uk they're 500$ before shipping, not sure if they ship to sweden though
maybe consider one of those import things from us? not sure how much it'd cost
Any good 50$ headphones you guys would recomend?
>>53624160
>Closed one tends to easily feels hot due to trapped heat.
Yeah that is why I want to buy an open one now.
Had a PC350 Sennheiser...
I could buy a closed Audio Technica as well, but I don't really want to 'close myself out'.
>>53624331
HD681 (neutral-bright semi open)
HD668b (v shaped semi open)
hi2050 (might find them for that price) (v shaped open)
th02 (closed)
8323 (closed)
>>53624374
Are the superlux hd651 worth it? Or should i just get the hd201
>>53624473
>hd201
Superlux doesn't make that model.
Please use the request template and state your country.
>Requesting purchase advice:
http://pastebin.com/hjHkKDyM
>>53624473
the hd651 look uncomfortable as fuck and stupid as shit
why did you ask for recommendations then ask about two competely different ones?
see >>53624500
also he probably bmeant sennheiser's hd201
>>53624500
Forgot to say sennheiser
>>53624318
Yea i have looked and Amazon.us and even Uk don't ship to sweden , i guess that's why they are so damn expensive here .. =(
>>53624561
try checking those third party shipping companies from US to see how much it'd be to ship to you
>>53623001
Get a fucking antlion modmic and whatever headphones you want.
>>53616644
If he's going to be using them in public, get him a pair of closed back headphones. Open backs let outside noise in.
>>53616644
Not a great deal imo: those headphones are old and they're used. If your Dad needs a pair of headphones for walking or going to gym, you shouldn't consider an open headphone like the HD555. You should consider either a closed headphone or a IEM.
>>53624160
The reply is here:
AD900x: 256$
AD700x: 129$
Does it worth the 127$ difference?
Some say that the 900x is also more comfortable, but on videos and pictures - they ar rook same to me.
>>53624160
I bought the MSR7 headphones and they arrived a few days ago. I have previously owned the m50 headphones. I can confirm he MSR7s are absolutely stellar headphones.
>>53624668
Nope, certainly not worth twice the difference. By that budget you might as well buying Fidelio X2.
>>53624677
Its a very good headphone. but its a tad bright. And if you're really liking m50s sound, MDR-1A will be a better fit since its retain the bassy soundsignature. But sometimes a different soundsignature can give you a superb feeling though.
>>53623001
Get a SHP9500 + Vmoda BoomPro
>>53624706
And what do you think about the bass difference?
Can it be a "real thing"?
I asked the same question on /mu/ (after my thread got 404d on /g/ few days ago), and they said there is no bass on 700x... only on 900x
I don't have an amp, by the way.
>>53624706
Yeah I see what you mean, like sometimes when I'm listening, if a female vocalist sings an especially high note, it's piercing (but that is a vey rare occurrence). I liked the sound of the M50 but the MSR7 just has that much more clarity, and I love the brightness because it adds energy to the sound. Bass is not lacking either; it's tight, refined and can be felt. Overall they charge the music with an energy I had not heard before.
>>53624748
don't make seperate threads just asking small questions like that
A700x vs a900x
http://en.goldenears.net/13934
http://en.goldenears.net/21225
ad900 vs ad700
http://www.innerfidelity.com/images/AudioTechnicaATHAD900.pdf
http://www.innerfidelity.com/images/AudioTechnicaATHAD700.pdf
>>53624794
well, they rook same from data as well.
.... argh.
why is it so hard...
>>53624748
Don't even bother with specs like that. What you want to look at are frequency response GRAPHS.
Seriously, if you want bass then X2 is your best bet.
>>53624819
I did check the graphs, but to me, to your casual Joe, I only see that they are mildly similar.
Ps.: I can only buy AT headphones, that's the problem. It's a warranty kind of thing.
There is the Rh70x as well (even more expensive), but an AMP is needed for that one.
Heiser hd 280 pro, audio technica 240x or something from sony/akg for similar price (under 100€)?
Mostly listening to bassy trance/club, need louder and bassier headphones
>>53623289
Bump, I'm really lost with the "fake pistons" thing and I don't want to be cucked.
Should I get in-ear or over-the-ear headphones?
>>53624880
Then just fucking buy M50x nigger
>>53624922
>nigger
b-b-but
>>53624922
btw that was my first reply, that I want an open headphone. ;_;
I just cannot make up my mind about the 700x and 900x. Whether the difference worth the $.
>>53624931
>muh bass
Face it, you are of the nigerian lineage. M50x is enough to suit you.
>>53624969
What?
I listen to all genres, but sometimes I do enjoy electronic music. Why is that an issue, lol.
It's not like everyone listens to classical music with a stack and AMP all day long.
>>53624979
You won't find an open AT with the bass you're used to from the M50x anyway. Why even bother when you can just eq them to be flat(ish) anyway and change back to stock response whenever?
>>53625039
I used a PC350 before, then switched to the CKX9i earphones. I understand open headphones have lower bass.
It would be also cool just to try the two out and decide, but it's just not possible, there is no showroom around here. And if I buy the 700x, I cannot just return it and get the 900x.
>>53625056
Then don't risk getting a product you might hate and just eq what you have. A popular headphone like the M50x is bound to have an eq conveniently from a simple search. And from there you can start playing around with your preferences by changing the sliders and shit.
INEAR EARBUDS UNDER $60
POST 'EM PL0X
>pic great $10 earbuds
>>53616586
>My KOSS Porta Pro broke
>sent them to repair
>no spare because poor
>call them today
>"We got 30 days, fuck off"
>sit in the library
>want to borrow headphones
>"Sorry man, we're all out."
>Go sit at the table
>bitch across from me has the headphones borrowed
>lying on the table for 15 minutes now
>not being plugged into anything
Bitch literally borrowed headphones so that she could be a bitch.
Fuck my life. Hold me, /g/
>>53625056
AD900x certainly didn't worth the double price of AD700x. If you're insistent for buying AT open headphones, your option isn't that much.
>>53625104
Well there is only the RH70x for open, but that's around the 900x's price range. And it needs an AMP, so they say.
/mu/ said the 900x is bass, and 700x is no bass.
That's why I am so confused, like if I have zero bass response in the 700x - I could just use my laptop's speakers, or a 10$ logitech headphones, if there is really no bass from it.
>>53625103
> listening to music while in library
what the actual fuck?
>>53625119
>on headphones
Why not, mang? I come here to work and when I work, I want to listen to music. 1+1 = fun
>>53625119
Both of it is "no bass" anyway. AD900x looks like only have 1-2Db humpier than AD700x, and it is easily EQ'd.
What is with the capitalise amp meme? It's not like it stands for anything, unlike DAC.
>>53625157
>AMPing
>>53625131
Oh you work there... then it makes sense.
So how comes you have no spares?
Even smartphones have bundled in earphones nowadays.
I have like 3 Samsung, 1LG, 1Sony and 1HTC earphones lying around. Well all of them are crap sounding compared to a Sennheiser CXII 400 for example, but they do the job - better than nothing.
>>53625157
I don't know, A.M.P. then it is.
>>53625140
Okay, so 700x and I will EQ the fuck out of it?
As I said I only listen to "Electro House"/electro songs sometimes, that's it.
If I can hear some bass, it's already fine.
>>53625103
>WAAAAH!
>>53625179
No, I mean I work while I sit in the library. I just like to sit here where no one bothers me. My phone didn't come with headphones (IIRC). And I broke all other in-ears.
>>53625179
Yeah, its the easier option.
>>53624888
>>53619586
I won't bump it anymore, I don't want to bother someone. Thanks in advance if someone decides to help me.
>>53616958
There is a newer and better version of In-Ear headphones. Xiaomi In-Ear Pro/Hybrid Dual Drivers
>>53625269
Best bet to avoid fakes is to buy from online chinese retailers like Banggood, pandawill etc. Look in the /csg/ sticky for more info.
You might also want to compare other iems in that rough price rage, like some of the brainwavz/soundmagic models
>Budget
Less than $300
>Location
Europe
>Source
Into my Z5P 90% of the time, or in my headamp V at times occasionally
>Preferred type of headphone
on ear/in ear it doesnt matter as long as they sound good
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
>Would you be willing to accept less comfortable headphones if it meant better sound quality?
Yes!
>Preferred music
Trance 90% of the time mostly, but also some synthwave, rock, classical, chillout and techno occasionally
>Past headphones
some shit 20$ Philips headphones (not bad for the money)
Beyerdynamic DX120 iE (they were pretty good. the bass were no bad but not god tier either. the bad thing, they are dying after a year)
recently got HD600 + HeadAmp (i just got them 3 days ago for the only reason it was a good deal. they sound great, very, very comfortable but need some more bass for the type of music i listen to)
i tried i tried HD25 and they were great! didnt got them cuz of the not that good deal. are there any similar or better than those?
>>53625280
>newer and better version
And that version is shit. /hpg/ says so. Go back to /chink shit general/.
>>53624249
So guy think i will go whit the X2 , and also thinking of buying ,fiio e10k olympus 2 whit that well sine i rly dont want to keep using the Astro mixamp ,since its crap , whould dat be a good idea ?
>>53625300
Very thanks, I'm checking it right now.
>>53625324
Thats okay, don't hope for any amazing impact from X2 with E10k though. It didn't benefit that much from amp.
>>53625301
Try Sennheiser Amperior and Momentum 2.0 Over-ear.
what's the best wireless headphone out there right now? i know wireless headphones suck but i need it for my tv
>>53625520
MDR 10
what do u guys do to fight tinnitus
>>53617497
I'm sure they're fine but you'll probably end up with the cx1.00.
I've never really heard anything about them. Probably your typical audio tuning. I've had a pair of sennheiser earbuds before. They were good but nothing to rave about. Somewhat similar to my she3590.
>>53625586
Is tinnitus when you have a ruptured eardrum?
My left eardrum was ruptured a bit and it took a few weeks to let it heal by itself.
>>53625636
No, EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE is a lifelong thing.
>>53625537
mdr 10 uses bluetooth. i don't think my tv has that. what about these?
http://en-us.sennheiser.com/momentum-wireless-headphones-with-mic
http://en-us.sennheiser.com/audiophile-headphones-wireless-digital-over-ear-rs-195
>>53625520
You're best off by buying a Sennheiser Set 840 S. You can plug in any low impedance headphone or earphone.
It's for TVs right? You didn't say computer or phones. And besides why couldn't you just get a really long extension cord instead? Wireless sucks that's why it's in the OP.
>Wireless is frowned upon.
What does /hpg/ think of the DT990's?
I'm currently waiting for their arrival.
>>53625872
bass
my UE TF10s just died, what to get? Gr07 still considered a goto?
>>53625809
what's a low impedance headphone?
this is the tv that i have http://www.sony.com/electronics/televisions/xbr-x940c-x930c-series#product_details_default
i don't think it has a headphone jack.
>>53625911
It says your tv can do wifi. Will a wireless Sennheiser Momentum work with it? The Set 840 S has RCA connections so you can use it on your tv but radio RF sucks compared to wifi.
Low impedance means anything under 100ohm.
What is general thought on Skullcandys for casual listening?
>>53625954
"no"
>>53625954
Beats
>>53625952
i'll just buy a wired one and see if it works. what's the best wired on out right now, i don't have a budget.
>>53625586
Not listen on loud volume for extended periods of time.
>>53625954
just about "no"
get th02 for better sound at like a quarter of the price
>Budget
$300
>Location
USA
>Source
600hm Dedicated Sound Card, and Fiio E9k
>Preferred type of headphone
Doesn't Matter
>Open or closed
Doesn't Matter
>Comfort level
Important, I wear glasses, and sit at the computer for hours so comfort is a must something close to the X2s would be nice.
>Preferred tonal balance
Slightly balanced with decent lows where I can feel it, and good mids, and highs if possible.
>Preferred music
Trance, Trap, Jazz, Kpop, Jpop, Jrock, Acoustic, Anything with good Vocals, or piano work is nice 2.
>Past headphones
AKG Q701s, and I currently have the X2s but I feel a slight sound imbalance I think. Fucking love my X2s but man the sound imbalance bothers me every once and awhile. So something similar would be cool. I want to try the HD 600s would it be worth?
>>53621604
Pretty dank.
Is there a consensus yet between the Sennheiser HD800S and STAX L-700?
I am.about to get Sony MDR V55 for casual bassy music listening.
Tell me why i shouldnt
>Location
AU
>Budget
700-1400 AU
>Source
O2ODAC
>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Open
>Comfort level
Excellent
>Preferred music
classical/jazz/rock/rap/blues/metal lots really
>Past headphones
DT880 HD600 DT150 AD700 K712 M50x
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral
I'm looking at he-560 because I've read a lot of good things and they seem like a good upgrade.
>>53626926
also investigating the new beyer T1 if anyone has some experience with the old version
kind of given up on the hd800 till the new version is out and reviewed, besides most reviews say the treble emphasis is a killer
>Budget
$150
>Location
US
>Source
Realtek ALC1150
or
Galaxy s5
>Preferred type of headphones
Around Ear
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort Level
very important that it doesn't get uncomfortable after long hours programming
>Preferred tonal balance
idk
>Preferred music
Trap, alternative
>Past headphones
beats solo on-ear... found them very uncomfortable after a few hours - mainly why I want around-ear
>>53624068
>Asking "Hey guys, what's your opinion on x?" is frowned upon.
To be honest i've always thought that was a lame rule.
Anyway, yeah, AD900X is a better AD700X, less treble, more bass, stage is still great.
>>53616586
>Wireless is frowned upon.
Enjoy getting caught and ripping out your wired headphones.
RF musteredrace
>>53627145
>I enjoy bad audio coming from expensive equipment
You're on the wrong site
head-fi is that way
>>53627145
>Enjoy getting caught and ripping out your wired headphones.
What are you, 5?
>>53626427
Fidelio L2.
>>53627145
Getting caught doing what? Watching porn? We are adults here
>>53627569
>We are adults here
Questionable.
do all headphone cables essentially work with all brands? Mine is starting to get fucked up
>>53627585
Adult enough to get autistic about headphone sound quality.
>>53627599
But that's not adult at all. If autism were out of the equation it would be more childish than adult.
>>53627606
Enjoying music and caring about sound quality is juvenile to you?
>>53627628
>Enjoying music and caring about sound quality
Justifying it through wording that is a clear misrepresentation of what is actually going on is also juvenile.
>>53616932
Yes! Trust me, you'll love it.
>>53627666
I can only speak for myself, so whatever other people's tendencies are is not my problem. I only come here for recommendations and general impressions. I use the word autistic because compared to normies who think a Koss Portapro is good enough I am autistic, but I guess you're too autistic to infer that.
>>53624881
Anyone ?
does anyone have a link to that video of the guy twitching in pain listening to those fuckexpensive headphones?
>>53627738
>>53627628
I use Coconut cables with Doctor Dre Beats and Lady Gaga earphones. I have golden-plated ears. Haters gotta hate.
>>53627475
>>53627569
It is haram and my neighbours will stone me. If i live, polis throw me in dark cell and let the religious polis beat me with halal rubber dildos. It was bad, anon.
>http://www.themalaymailonline.com/malaysia/article/what-happens-during-khalwat-raids-uk-broadcaster-joins-malaysias-religious
>>53627590
pls respond
WHICH DAC SHUD I GET?
i've had the FIIO E12 for years, got it as a gift, but realized it wasn't even a true DAC. what DAC should i get. are these sexy choices? aint lookin to spend more than bout 250. no one should desu. pls respond.
>>53628130
Man, the fucking LED on the FiiO e10K
Thanks /g/.
I bought Xiaomi Piston 3 Headset from Small Seashells from Amazon. Legit, somewhat fast shipping from China and they sound so good...
Listening to /g/ is SOMETIMES good.
>>53626926
hi Lachlan
Is there anything better to get than 770's, for the money, when listening to mostly EDM (j-core + hardcore) and preferring the same type of over-ear, closed, and neutral to v-shaped headphones?
>>53626756
>Is there a consensus yet between the Sennheiser HD800S and STAX L-700?
I am starting to think you don't really want an answer. At very least, you don't do much to let anyone help.
>the most trusted and respected companies in the business.
That doesn't mean anything. Every company drops the ball from time to time.
>>53627014
>also investigating the new beyer T1 if anyone has some experience with the old version
T1v2 still sounds like the T1.
>kind of given up on the hd800 till the new version is out and reviewed, besides most reviews say the treble emphasis is a killer
HD800/800S has been reviewed, measured, and modified. Not much left besides a total disassembly and reverse engineering.
>>53616586
>Budget
$500 max
>Location
US
>Source
Mac, iPhone
>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
10 hours a day
>Preferred music
Podcast, Audiobook, Ambient, Baroque
> Most important feature
Noise cancelling (work in open office, travel a ton etc.)
> Currently Have
Recently got Bose QuietComfort 25 for two days. Can still return until 30 days.
>>53626756
Get the fucking HD800S already, faggot.
>>53628150
Check with your headphones' vendor or contact the manufacturer directly.
>>53629098
TH X00
http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Blaster-Entertainment-Bluetooth-Wireless/dp/B00D349WB8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458674963&sr=8-1&keywords=Creative+Labs+Sound+Blaster+EVO
how are these?
>>53628871
lol bro why bother. what do u even do u dont do shit. no one's listenin to your noise jusstop lol 'shit to get in the future' what a pissant
>>53629145
Is the noise cancelling on par with Bose QC25
>>53627126
Welp, already ordered the 700x since the other anon said it will be fine. Meh, it's okay.
Do these wool headband mods work?
Looks soft and comfy as fuck.
>>53629180
Unless you travel on a plane often or work in an area with a constant droning noise, then there is no reason to get active noise cancelling.
>>53629262
Yeah, I do travel often on a plane.
>>53616586
to the anon who recommended I get a pair of DT 770 Pros
they came in the mail yesterday and I really like them. thanks a bunch.
I have Hd558s right now, kind of want Fidelio X2s because they're dank looking. Will be gaming, listening to pop/rock/orcehstral/soundtracks and techo. I use an Essence STX soundcard.
>>53629308
Then the Bose is your best bet. Keep it.
>>53629329
Why would you pay more for a downgrade?
>>53629351
is it?
Buy the pink guy headphones feat salamander man
>>53629329
Mid bass hump strong. Super comfy, though.
>>53629362
Yes. HD558 is more balanced and more comfortable.
>>53629346
Ah! They look so fucking cheap. Their logo is retarded looking. The wire comes out very often. Fuck! I hate the design except the Noise Cancelling functionality.
Hold the fuck up. If buying DACs is pointless since most modern PCs have sufficient DACs in the motherboard, then why in the fuck are you niggers buying externals DACs? Something doesn't add up, and I'd want to know why you justify buying $100 on nothing.
>>53629527
Because audio is snek oil: the market.
>>53629527
Motherboard DACs are surrounded by a bunch of other noisy components, an external one isn't going to be affected by anything like that. I've had lots of PCs with shit audio, now I just use an O2+ODAC. Doesn't take up much space at all, and I'll be sure that any phones I plug in will sound like they should.
>>53628776
msr7
>>53629527
mine sure didn't have a decent dac
had hiss for fucking days
shit was awful
so happy I bought a DGX
What would you guys recommend under 50 euros that would be bass oriented (not "extra bass" but lows under 10hz)
>>53629527
the dac on my laptop sucks big time, getting a better dac was not an option.
>>53629906
What extra does one get for the ~$30 price jump?
>>53630150
better sound
detachable cable
better sound
more balanced than v shaped
better sound
better sound
better sound
more fashionable
better sound
Fuck i am ordering MDR-V55
>>53630453
why?
>>53630453
>Fuck i am ordering a piece of shit
ok?
Damn it feels good to fall for the SHP meme.
Literally end game headphones IMO, checks every box
>>53630515
cause they are under 50eur and got good reviews for casual listening (not studio monitoring or audiophile)
>>53630534
why a piece of shit?
>>53630543
they tick closed box?
>>53630598
>not studio monitoring or audiophile
you are aware that just you can enjoy better headphones without working in a studio or being an audiophile, right?
That's like buying a shitty camera because you are not a photographer and just want casual pics of your family even thought there are better cameras on the same price range.
>>53628200
>but realized it wasn't even a true DAC
>converts from digital to analog
>not true dac
>>53630668
>better cameras on the same price range
Ok now we talkin. suggest me better hp's on this same price range (under 50eur)
Are there microphonics on the Piston 3's?
>>53630723
the Superlux lineup comes to mind
guys,what portable amp can i buy for my phone(one plus one),i have
2 headset
shure se215
and
bayerdynamic dt990 pro
>>53630723
Koss portapro for on-ear.
HD681 for bright signature
HD661b for bassy
>>53630645
Wanting closed headphones ever.
hey guys,have you ever replaced the cable of your shure IEM's ? i think mine are going to broke
>>53630973
What's wrong with closed back?
>>53630949
Really? Never heard of superlux.
Would you have anything else to offer if we were to rise the budget up to 80eur?
>>53632033
He wants to make you fall for the soundstage meme
>>53632043
Takstar Pro 80/Hi2050
how2not roll over the fucking cord of my headphones? I need to be able to leave my chair quickly so special installations that require time to disassemble are no good, and shortening the cord is dangerous. I also want to be able to move away from the source, so it should be easy to extend.
Are there any good wireless headphones or are they all shit? Is latency an issue?
Do coiled cords help?
>>53632043
I like the takstar pro-80 more than the dt-770 after you replace the garbage pads it comes with, very easy to drive, no amp required.
the 2050 is good but too treble-heavy and uncomfortable on the clamp force to be really good for my awful taste
>>53632409
Yea takstar is some chink company, not sure if i would go with them.
What about m20x/30x/40x? Do they have bass?
>>53632449
Racism belongs on >>>/pol/
>>53632449
it's because they're a chink company they can make really good shit really cheap
because they have children locked in a dark basement they pay 2 grains of rice a week
don't get 20x or 30x
40x is like 50x with less bass but better and 40$ cheaper
>>53632409
aint they the same shit mate
>>53632526
Wariness due to cheap knockoffs (like we worry with the Xiaomi Pistons) and cheap build quality (interested in buying some Chinese made baby formula?) is not based upon past history but upon racism?
>>53632591
There's basically no Takstar knockoffs out there, as far as I know. They're good headphones.
>>53632591
#notallchinks shitlord.
>>>/pol/
>>53632342
>wireless
enjoy your constant (quiet but still) static, and the beep beep interference sound whenever you're about to get a phone on your cellphone
>>53632727
there are, aliexpress has some fake hi2050
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Hot-Original-Genuine-Takstar-T-S-hi2050-Hi-Fi-Stereo-Headphones-Open-Dynamic-Music-Headset-Earphone/106916_528130999.html
>>53632827
I wouldn't mind a beep beep when I'm about to receive a call since it would be more important than whatever I'm listening to anyway. But in how large a radius does this happen? And are there really no wireless headphones without static?
>>53632449
>m20x/30x/40x
those joints are really annoying, unless you actually think they're an advantage if you commute with the headphones, look for something else (i.e. Sony MDRV6 then just replace the shitty earpad).
>>53632857
If there are wireless headphones without static, it'd probably be pretty expensive and only under optimal conditions.
I only tried some Sony's wireless headphones, pretty cheap maybe $30 - $50 though I don't remember exactly. It's not like the static's that apparent, but it's basically at the same level as $10 earbuds.
Wireless shit is just not something I would use at home, only on the go / work when I just need something discreet and convenient (certainly not big bulky headphones though)
>>53616586 (OP)
>Budget
£100 or less
>Location
UK
>Source
PC/Smartphone
>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized, over ear
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Pretty comfy, enough to wear over glasses for 3 hours+
>Preferred music
Various, mostly rock,pop,classical and orchestral pieces
>previous
Various IEMs
>>53632770
I believe the question was whether or not there is a reasonable justification to question the reliability of Chinese made products not that all Chinese made products are unreliable.
In fact, there is a chink shit general in /g/ that deals specifically with this issue. Are you erecting a straw man argument because you cannot address what was actually posted?
>>53632932
>$20-50
Wow, who cares. I got 3 pairs of $50 or so wired headphones and they all had statics. I'll wait for someone with experience with more expensive wireless headphones to chime in on that point.
Eitherway, the only reason why I'm considering wireless (since at the very least there's bound to be latency issues) is that I'd rather have expensive average headphones than dead headphones. Cords are hell in my environment.
>>53632937
7506 mate
11/10 shit
>>53632937
MDR7506/V6 + Auray Sheep Skin Pads.
>Budget
$100
>Location
U.S.
>Source
PC, smartphone
>Preferred type of headphone
Full sized
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
I need to use them on the go so yes?
>Preferred music
Jazz, classical, some rock, i really want some neutral headphones
>Past headphones
Owned mdr-v55, hd528, i still own a HD598
>>53629098
I think Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 had the noise cancelling variant. Try take a look on it.
How durable are the mdr v6? Anyone has experience buying used online? They are arround 50usd
>>53633930
FYI, Mike Shinoda has been use MDR-7506 for 11 years before it goes busted. So there's that.
>>53629527
/hpg/ is literally disposable income general, everyone hear spends hundreds of dollars on upgrades for minuscule differences.
>>53629325
I love those headphones especially for recording guitar.
Im interested in something better than my 15$ sony cheapies i bought.
Template:
>Budget
up to 100$
>Location
freedomland
>Source
a chromebook
>Preferred type of headphone
over ear, compressing ear, not all the way over
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
does not matter
>Preferred tonal balance
kinda bassy
>Preferred music
edm stuff, Flume, Chet Faker, GRiZ, etc
>Past headphones
Some cheap sony shit im currently wearing, first gen apple earbuds
>>53633930
Had mine 6 years, besides the ear padding which is a little worse for wear they are intact. Really. The metal has little to no scratches and the band is just as tight as its ever been. The coil cable has never had any defects. I keep mine folded in its travel case when I'm not using them so maybe that helped protect them.
