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Previous Thread: >>53616586
Uh, just stumbled upon a K7XX for sale in my country, these are pretty rare around here, does /hpg/ has any opinions about it? How does it compare to HD600 for example? It seems only Innerfidelity and Changster offer measurements.
>what's your opinion on x?" is frowned upon.
yeah yeah, i know, just curious, not trying to shitpost or anything.
Probably not going to buy it, but it did caught my attention.
>Budget
Endgame
>Location
Australia
>Source
Magni 2
>Preferred type of headphone
Full
>Open or closed
Open
>Comfort level
7+/10
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral
>Past headphones
>HE400i
Comfort is on point, treble can _sometimes_ get annoying but every other time, I love them.
>SE535
Holy fuck the mids are amazing.
Dropping it here in case you guys didn't already know: Amazon has a deal going for HD598s, $152.95. That's $100 less than what the Sennheiser price is.
Checking around a bit and it seems like they have some kind of sale going on if you're looking for something else. That's for the US side of things, not sure for everyone else.
>>53637875
That's $50 more than the HD558, which are the same thing.
>>53637875
That's decent but not insane. Use camelcamelcamel to check price history.
>Budget
~$350
>Location
US
>Source
O2+ODAC
>Preferred type of headphone
Full
>Open or closed
Either
>Comfort level
Capable of being worn for a day.
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral/U-shaped?
>Preferred music
Post-rock, Shoegaze, and Ska.
>Past headphones
Superlux HD668B's (being my only headphone to date, I like their sound signature, but I find them to be cold and analytical, would like something more "feel the music" kind of fun without destroying the analytical nature completely. Capable of feeling the attack of the instruments without sacrificing too much.)
>>53637894
Didn't say it was insane, just that it was available.
>>53637885
Yes, but are the 558s super comfy and unbelievably sexy? [spoiler]Actually never owned one, are they?[/spoiler]
>>53637912
You bought the O2/ODAC for 668Bs?
>>53637919
Again, they're the same. They also don't have the shitty 70's Volvo interior look to them.
>>53637919
>598
>unbelievably sexy
>>53637912
Try DT880
Okay you chucklefucks, I want the best headphones under $500.
I already have amp/dac so just give me your choices for best open AND closed under $500.
>>53637988
Can't recommend much without preferences. In a market like audio, the "best" to one person can be absolutely shit to another.
>>53638010
Best neutral headphone then. The less "color" the better. Not interested in v-shaped. Also, open and closed sound completely different to me is why I was wanting a recommendation for both
Anyone still use the AKG Q701? I got these back when people spoke about these 24/7 on here
Best headphones I got PERIOD 5 fucking years and still kicking
>>53638022
HD600
>>53638053
This or it's slightly bassy relative HD650.
>>53638037
2 years ago m50x were in every single thread, recommended almost unanimously. Now, they're a dank meme and people will come out of the woodwork and shit on them.
6 months ago beyerdynamic were recommended here in every thread, now I never hear of them.
I'm under the impression companies come on here and shill when they're in need of a bump of revenue.
>>53638053
>>53638064
Thanks for the recommendation senpai
>>53637926
I suppose it's a tad a lie.
I plan on getting the O2 and ODAC with new headphones. The 668Bs are currently plugged into a rather bulky AV Receiver I'd like to get rid of.
>>53637942
Thank you, another recommendation I just receiver from a friend is for the HE-400i's. Both are looking rather appealing. Anyone with experience with both, able to compare the two?
>>53634497
>You bought a sound card? Waste of money right there.
it's 30€ and it does the job
sure, I could I have bought a e10k for like 60-65€, but it'd do the exact same at this point (well, and a physical knob which would be nice), while taking up more space
sure, if I got a 600 ohm I'd regret that 30€, but even then I could give it to someone else if they have dac problems
I've heard the DGX is also able to drive some headphones much better than onboard
>>53638079
400i has a flatter response in the lower frequencies and is a planar. DT880 is more comfortable but has a harsher treble response.
Ayy, what would give me the flattest frequency response, sub $40 IEMs or sub $40 headphones? I'm looking at the Xiaomi Piston 3s wrt IEMs and the Tascam TH-02 wrt headphones right now
>>53638193
IEMs will always have an easier time getting a flat frequency response. They don't struggle with subbass and treble linearity like headphones do.
>>53638066
So were the schitt amp gear but those turn out to be decent years after
The q701 truly turn out to be a good pair of headphones that are durable.
As far as the shilling, I can believe this to be true. I remember when the m50x were pushed heavily despite being shit as a beginner headphone
>>53638224
cool
any recommendations in that price range apart from the xiaomis?
>>53638079
>and odac
I never understood why people purchase both the amp and odac combo when available as an option, especially the O2 combo
I'm sure you only need the amp why the odac? Soundcard is terrible?
>>53638253
Possibly stretch the budget out to Etymotic MK5s?
>Budget
100$ CAD flexible (each)
>Location
Canadia
>Source
Pc onboard audio card/note 3
>Preferred type of headphone
one of each
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
7/10
>Preferred tonal balance
even
>Preferred music
Hip-Hop. punk rock. kpop
>Past headphones
astro a40 amp combo. I hate myself
>>53638265
In short, probably. That, and I don't think the O2 can take an Optical input.
>>53638126
Reading around, I keep hearing the 880's are less clear than the 400i's. Or that overall the 400i's are just "no contest better". However finding comparisons between the two on google is surprisingly difficult.
Looking for a good IEM sub $50. Been recommended the e10s but nor sure if it's any good.
>>53638444
It's good.
Anyone have any experience with modding ATH-M50x's? I'm considering cutting into them and opening up the back for a larger sound stage since I don't need the isolation much.
Also might as well post this here Amazon has AKG K240s for 50 bucks right now. amazon.com/AKG-240-Semi-Open-Studio-Headphones/dp/B0001ARCFA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1458712234&sr=8-2&keywords=akg
>>53636380
Shit build quality, better off getting Fidelio X2
>>53638120
Only sound card worth buying is the Essence STX
>>53638653
lol
Thoughts on PIONEER SE-M521
>>53638653
I was fairly sure you were shitposting, and oh look, you are
>>53637277
I have ATH-AD700's and they are the best headphones i've ever had.
I have a big head, and big ears, so most headphones are not comfortable at all, but WOWEEE.
They are great for everything, and particularly good for gaming if thats your thing.
>>53636380
I have k712 myself. Open, detailed, neutral, wide sound stage.
Can't commend on the 7xx but if the deal is good you won't regret buying them.
>>53638793
>Open, detailed, neutral, wide sound stage.
sick buzzwords
>neutral
no
Any recommendations around 50-100€ for bassy headphones with bluetooth possibility?
>>53638902
Just because they're buzzwords doesn't mean they don't describe characteristics of the headphone, I agree they are not neutral but they are quite detailed
loced out ridin' in my grandmas cadillac, poppin' roxxies got a hunnid in my backpack, full moon so my eyes lookin' jet black
>Asking "Hey guys, what's your opinion on x?" is frowned upon.
Fuck you. How are RE400 for a sub 100 neutral-ish IEM?
>>53638946
are you trying to piss off the audiophiles? You've set yourself up asking for shitty headphones without even knowing what kind.
>>53637277
HD800s
>>53639128
Dark, not neutral. Ety MK5 if you want neutral.
Fuck you.
>>53639092
Back to your farm, redneck scum
>>53639839
How am I redneck lol?
>>53637277
>endgame
The new He-1 from senpaisser
Will the k550 work well without an amp?
>>53640201
Yes.
I know they are god ugly but is it worth buying new Sennheiser 438 for $50 Aussie dollars? Dad will be using them in the gym or for walking.
Will the th900 run well without an amp?
>>53640271
>headphones
>gym
just use IEMs or anything else more discreet that won't soak up sweat
>>53640338
Yes.
>>53640433
I know but his ears are sensitive and get infected easily
Got Sony MDR7506 and using them in my pc.
Now, I seem to be getting a buzzing noise which I assume is because of the low quality soundcard in the mobo.
Can I just use a DAC to get rid of the static noise? I'm looking at FiiO E10K
Would using this also improve sound quality by any chance?
>>53640547
Get a bottle of hydrogen peroxide and wipe the tips before use.
>>53640580
sorry for the dumb answer, but I also just got my MDR7506 and had an odd quiet constant sound, couple of minutes later I noticed it was my stereomix that was on, could it be that?
No matter how much i look still mdr-v55 seems like the best choice for around 50-100eur..
Anyone else think the likes of shure se535 just isolate TOO well?
It's kinda like that ultra-silent room that people can't stay in too long. It's not jice to be superaware of your breathing and heartbeat, it's disorienting as fuck
>>53641446
that's because you have mental issues
>Budget
$100-300 USD
>Location
US
>Source
Phone & PC
>Preferred type of headphone
Full
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Capable of being worn for a day.
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral
>Preferred music
Rock & classical
>Past headphones
logitech g430 and the pair that come with the new galaxy note
>>53641447
It's nice when you listen to stuff. You don't need to blast it at a loud volume. Etys isolate even more.
>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
Are MDRXB950BT any good?
>>53641606
7506 if you don't mind/can turn down the pretty strong treble
>>53638037
I've had mine for 4. Other than the headband bumps (fixed easily) and the shitty plastic things near the base of the strap breaking (they literally do nothing so it doesn't matter), it's perfect. It's a shame they don't make anything similar in Austria any more.
If yours are getting that old you probably need to replace the pads as they usually get nasty by around that time. I suggest getting anniversary pads
>>53641606
K553 pro
>>53638275
Takstar pro 80
>>53637912
K702
>>53642000
No the only good XBs were the XB1000 and XB700
>>53637875
598's were on sale on Amazon for $98 a few months back
>>53637875
what are you saying mate, amazon is selling them for 93$
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004FEEY9A
>>53643576
>xb700
>600£
>>53643686
that's quite overpriced how much is the XB1000?
>Budget
$100 soft
>Location
US
>Source
Computer & Phone
>Preferred type of headphone
Full
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
worn for a day
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral
>Preferred music
None, gaming, movies, and audiobooks only
>Past headphones
None
>>53641606
DT 250 80 Ohm
>>53638275
Takstar Pro 80
>>53637912
HD 600
>>53643708
MDR-7056
What's a good amp/dac for $150 - 300?
>>53644140
Objective 2 and ODAC
or
Magni 2 and Modi 2
Whichever you get cheaper and if you only need a simple solution for stereo DAC and headphone amplification. These will drive practically any headphone on the market.
http://www.pcgamer.com/how-we-tested-over-56-headsets-and-headphones-with-precision/
We might get another really nice resource of measurements to nitpick about.
I think ill go with MDR-XB950.
Anything else you guys could offer for around 80€ that has bass?
i remarked last thread that my FiiO E12 is not a true DAC
and that i was looking for something new that is an AMP+DAC, such as the E10K.
am i dumb in the brain?
is the E12 a DAC, technically?
i don't think it is.
it is never called a DAC anywhere, only an AMP.
i think that guy was f*cking with me.
pls advise
>>53645259
>not a true DAC
oh hey it's this memelord again
I'll buy the HyperX Cloud, but, what diferences are between I and II? From what I've read they both have the same quality in sound, so, just slighthy a different microphone, diademe, etc?
>>53645332
ANSWER TO ME IF IT IS A DAC OR NOT
PLEASE ANSWRE
IT ISNT, RIGHT?
ITS NOT, CAUSE IM STILL USING MY COMPUTERS SOUND CARD
RIGHT?
FUCKING ANSWER ME
>>53645402
If it has USB in or any other digital bus it's a dac
>>53645259
>>53645402
you already have it right?
in that case, do you hear static or buzzing or anything that shouldn't be there (other than your tinnitus)
If not, congratulations it does JUST FUCKING FINE
if it does, WELL TOUGH SHIT NIGGER GET ANOTHER SEPERATE DAC
>>53645424
it connects through the headphone jack
but doesn't need to be plugged into USB
USB is only to charge
so IM RIGHT, THEN?
if its ONLY headphone jack it's NOT a DAC.
HAH. SEE? don't DOUBT me, bro.
i wouldn't ask a silly question
now YOU are silly for not seriously considering my inquiry!
>>53645456
YES! there is a bit of static, which i have noticed!
i suppose this is because it is only amplifying the output from the computer...
so i am victorious! it is NOT a DAC!
i BLEW ur guys's worlds apart!
do not underestimate me! ! !
>>53645515
no you're still retarded for thinking there's fake dacs and real dacs
>>53639092
Haven't seen you in a while
you need an oscilloscope to make sure if it's a dac or not
i recommend an entry rigol digital oscilloscope
they can be had for around $250
Damn so glad i went to the shop to check headphones in person. They had all of the Sony's. Sadly no other respected brands. But damn how i wouldve fucked if i bought mdr-v55's. They feel so fucking cheap, like a toy. And oh my so glad i took a listen of mdr-xb950's. Sounds incredible. Bought them straight away.
>>53645259
Its a fucking amp, you clown
>>53645259
A dacs a dacs a dac.
>>53646117
It can't be a DAC if it can only receive an analog signal you idiot.
I'm nowhere near an audiophile, but i love great sound from my desktop.
what should i pick on Friday?
1.KRK V series 6" OR KRK Rokit 6" ?
2. Desk stands / Floor stands ?
3. Scarlett 2i2 seems like a solid, yet simple pick.
room: 4m by 4m living room, apartment building, markus+MALM desk, i don't mix/record.
ty.
>>53645981
wow rude, i suspected this but wanted to confirm, sheesh.
>>53646127
HAH, I KNOW, RIGHT?
half these idiots think it's a DAC!
give me some credit for asking a good question that stumped half these f*cktards!
>>53646142
DUDE
WEED
LMAO
>>53646222
Made it myself.
>>53646182
>give me some credit for asking a good question that stumped half these f*cktards!
>good question
your question was shit
if you had asked "is e12 a dac" then you'd quickly have gotten a response "no you fucking retard" and that would have been that
but instead you asked "is e12 a real dac", which ofcourse caused a few dozen posts to laugh at you for using "real dac"
>>53646243
u. r. mean
>>53646243
u. r. fukeng rude and mean
>>53646142
please respond
>>53638037
AKG is still recommended heavily here
>>53639092
Still confusing a source with an amp?
>Budget
£50-100
>Location
England
>Source
Onboard/whateverportabledevice
>Preferred type of headphone
full
>Open or closed
Have open atm, but would prefer closed
>Comfort level
7/10, tend to wear them for long work periods and i wear glasses
>Preferred tonal balance
even, some people say that my current ones are "trebel cannons" or whatever, so more even would be better i guess...
>Preferred music
Hip-Hop. punk rock. kpop
>Past headphones
currently using superlux 668b's. within by budget, would i notice a significant upgrade?
also (not necessary since i can just use my IEM's...), but sometimes I travel and wouldnt potentially mind wearing full headphone on these trips, so something less bulky could be considered a plus.
thanks.
>>53646351
>>53646331
fite me
My ie800 are arriving in an hour, what can I expect?
>>53641681
>etys isolate even more
Proofs?
>>53646617
you should expect to be able to listen to music using them
>>53636380
>does /hpg/ has any opinions about it?
It's basically an overpriced Q701/K702 with unnecessary bass boost.
> How does it compare to HD600 for example?
K7XX are more detailed, have better bass, have wider sound.
>>53638037
Many AKG open models were recommended here recently and it was for a good reason. The Q701/K702 are amazing.
>>53637912
Either K702/Q701 or DT880 600 ohm. DT880 has better bass, K702/Q701 has better low-centre mids. DT880 600 ohm are harder to drive.
>>53641447
Yeah, but I like that cause I can keep it at reasonable a volume while riding the metro.
>>53641681
No they don't, I have hf5 and se535 and the foam tips on the shures are much more isolating.
>>53646511
Don't start you retard.
>>53646617
Veil. I hope you got them cheap.
>$20-$30
>USA
>Samsung Note/iPad
>Full-sized
>Most likely closed, but if open improves sound quality/price I'm flexible
>Honestly, comfort is more important than sound quality, but I'd like something that sounds better than earbuds
>Don't know
>Don't care, just something that works well with most kinds of music
>Have been using apple earbuds for a while, used to have some beats I got as a present but they broke. I'd like something that sounds a little more accurate than earbuds.
>>53646805
$300 canada bux with receipt and warranty from a reputable store from a guy needing fast cash
First thing I'm going to do is go to the store and trade them in for a new pair, I sold my se535 and came out with a profit.
>$100
>Massachusetts, USA
>usb or 3.5
>non-gaymer
>closed
>2comfy5me
>classical, instrumental
>the beats meme
>>53646805
I'm not the retard who calls an iphone and a thinkpad an amp.
>>53646647
The triflange is extremely isolating.
>>53646723
My equally worthless subjective impression is the opposite.
>>53646860
Why IE800? How are you going to trade them in for a new pair?
>>53647093
The store he got them from has a no questions asked warranty policy, walk in with old, walk out with new.
I've purchased some headphones from there before and I've done it before.
I went for ie800 cause the se535 was uncomfortable work extended use.
>>53638545
>buying akgs
>>53646859
http://www.amazon.com/Superlux-681-Dynamic-Semi-Open-Headphones/dp/B002GHIPYI/ref=pd_sim_23_4?ie=UTF8&dpID=41vdVSPSNGL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1DYDPGKSDPHSF6F8EJT6
tell me about 3d WING headbands - are they really more comfortable or is it just placebo?
Anyone ever had heisers hd449? Any other known hp's you could compare them to? They have almost no bass but sound exceptionally clear
>>53645399
The Cloud I has two 3-pole jack plugs, where the Cloud II has a single 4-pole plug and a USB dongle.
Also the Cloud I is $30 cheaper.
>>53638624
>build quality
>thinks the X2 is good at that
wew lad
>>53647329
they are shit
>>53647205
shill
>>53646916
Takstar Pro 80
>>53646859
save up for K92 or MDR 7506 because nothing cheaper is even worth it
>>53646916
mdr 7506
>>53648032
>they are shit
come ON now. Tiny head?
>>53645259
Dude, its a pass through amp. It has no DAC in it, and I can tell you because I own one.
>>53645259
Stop posting.
Do you know any other headphones besides 7506 and takstar pro 80?
>>53648460
I know like three.
>>53648460
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDRZX700-Outdoor-Headphones/dp/B004P150LY
>>53648460
mdr v6
Okay, I need two different headphones, one for gaming, one for listening on the go.
First:
>Budget: $125 dollary doos
>Location: Dorm
>Source: Computer
>Preferred type of headphone: Full
>Open or closed: Closed
>Comfort level: Comfy :^)
>Preferred tonal balance: neutral
>Preferred music: vidyagaems
>Past headphones: Shitty plantronics gayming headset
Also, does anyone recommend alternatives to modmic?
Second:
>Budget: $100 dollary doos
>Location: Public
>Source: Phone
>Preferred type of headphone: IEM
>Open or closed: N/A
>Comfort level: Passable
>Preferred tonal balance: neutral, but emphasis on bass is fine
>Preferred music: drum and bass, lots of Liquicity tracks
>Past headphones: Sony bass boosted earphones, RHA 450i
Thanks in advance for any recommendations.
>>53638791
Are there any closed headphones that are good for gaming with regard to directional sound?
I've heard the AD700's have an awesome soundstage, and I'd get them but they're open.
>>53649159
Get a HyperX Cloud I for gaming.
>>53649291
Convince me that these aren't just another overpriced 1337 gaming headset
>>53649339
They're basically standard stereo headphones with a decent frequency response and a good mic. They're cheaper than most gaming headphones out there.
>>53637277
Try these:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BL6PZfDVlMA
>>53649339
>Convince me that these aren't just another overpriced 1337 gaming headset
they're a takstar pro 80 (extremely highly regarded for the price) with a detachable mic mic
they're not neutral in the slightest though, but for games you don't want neutral
>>53649202
k550/k553
553 are straight up better and cheaper, but US only
Are the Superlux series still the low budget gods I remember or are there new contenders now?
When is Bluetooth going to be replaced with something that doesn't ruin audio quality?
>Budget
About $100 USD but I'll pay more if it's worth it
>Location
USA
>Source
iPhone 6s
>Preferred type of headphone
Doesn't matter too much
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Can be worn for most of the day (with glasses)
>Preferred tonal balance
Kinda bassy, but not nigger bass
>Preferred music
Mostly rock (of all kinds) but sometimes electronica.
>Past headphones
Sennheiser HD 598: I love these to pieces, but I think I want something a bit bassier.
I'm going on a long road trip and I want headphones with good isolation
hey anons, part time /g/ lurker. I have a pair of Bose QC25 headphones but the right headphone died. Looking into alternatives before sending them in to get fixed (they're out of warranty).
>Budget
$100-$200 range
>Location
US
>Source
Headphone jack on my desktop
>Preferred type of headphone
over ear
>Open or closed
closed
>Comfort level
very high, in addition to music I'll be using them for /v/idya, like CS and such for hours on end
>Preferred tonal balance
A little extra oomph on the bass (but not over powering the treble and mid)
>Past headphones
Bose QC25
Noise isolation is a must
>>53650465
Pro 80 with HM5 pads for better comfort/isolation?
>>53649458
>[YouTube] AKG - K812 Manufacturing Insight
Try to avoid those.
>>53650465
>>Budget About $100 USD
>>Source iPhone 6s
Gee where did all your money go
>Budget
150
>Location
US
>Source
Realtek ALC1150
>Preferred type of headphone
Around Ear
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Doesn't hurt after long hours
>Preferred tonal balance
I like bass
>Past headphones
Beats solo on ear... hurts my ears after a while
thanks :)
Is this worth it guys?
Can people who are just going to post, also attach an image of broken high end headphones? I'm trying to build up a collection to aggravate unsuferable audiophiles who keep recomending overly expensive gear to people who are just going to play video games in a specific forum.
>>53650493
K553 pro
>>53651297
hahahahahahaha
>>53637277
K812 or Hifiman Edition X
>>53651335
why?
>>53651358
heh
>>53651346
No, do your own shitposting research.
>>53651278
>>53650493
DT 770 80 Ohm
>>53649159
MDR-7056 for closed back.
Ety MK5 if you really want neutral. LG Quadbeat 3 if you don't and like bass.
>>53651297
Nah, that headset is worth nowhere near 80 britbucks.
>>53651581
>DT 770 80 Ohm
hnnnng
thanks based anon
>Budget
$50-$80 firm
>Location
US
>Source
Front panel audio (I should buy a sound card, I know)
>Preferred type of headphone
Around ear
>Open or closed
Closed
>Comfort level
Comfy enough to not make me want to kill myself
>Past headphones
Sony zx100
I know I'm the cuckiest cuck, but I make due
>Budget
Sub $200, can go up to $300
>Location
USA
>Source
Xonar Essence STX (PC)
>Preferred type of headphone
Full Sized
>Open or closed
Open
>Comfort level
10/10, very important
>Preferred tonal balance
Neutral, but this is not terribly important
>Preferred music
Classical, EDM, Soundtrack
>Past headphones
ATH-AD700's, I really like them a lot, looking for something with a bit more -oomph- though.
V-Moda M100's, work fine with my phone, laptop, etc, but sounds are really tinny and distorted with my PC for whatever reason
>>53651805
What kind of music do you listen to? There are two options: Takstar Pro 80 and Sony MDR 7506. The former is V-shaped, and the latter is somewhat neutral with little bass.
And please, use your back panel audio jack.
>tinnitus at age 22
why am I even in this hobby
will stem cells or whatever be good enough to fix hearing by the time i'm 40 or so
>>53652084
stop being an idiot
>>53652013
I listen mainly to classic rock, but I also like to listen to electro swing and jazz
I would, but the wire isn't long enough
>>53652216
Extension cables cost fuck all. Do it, Anon.
>>53647229
Sick k240 ripoff
>>53652259
I'll be sure to buy one. Thanks for the help, I really appreciate it!
FLAC internet radiompv https://chiru.no:8081/stream.flac
Playing Frank Zappa
>>53636345
Need to replace my broken GRO6's the bass/lows were always too prominent for me even though I listen to lots of melodic death metal.
Thinking about the Dunu Titan 3/5s what is your opinion of these? They look good to me because they are sturdy and a removable cable helps with not needing to replace/fix them as much. They are expensive though.
What if my budget is only like $10?
>>53653153
Save up for a bit and buy a pair of Piston 3s.
>>53653218
Okay! Thanks!
>>53653153
Save for Piston v3 or some Knowledge zenith IEMs.
>>53653218
>>53653362
Are those piston hybrids any good?
http://www.gearbest.com/cables-connectors/pp_51948.html
is this worth it?
>>53653394
If you like more bass than the Piston 3, from what I've heard.
Sennheiser 438 worth it for $50 Aussie dollars???
![fostex_rpmk3_series_t20rp_mk3_stereo_1180068[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/AKilqkU.jpg "fostex_rpmk3_series_t20rp_mk3_stereo_1180068[1].jpg")
I've had my modded T20RP Mk3s for a few days now, and just like Zeos said in his Mad Dog review, these things make you wanna play everything LOUD.
They're fucking addicting.
DT770 Pro 80 Ohm are worth it? im upgrading from takstar 2050, would it be a big quality boost?
i really need to go to bed, could you just answer >>53653400 for me real quick
>>53653431
no its shit
do I need to bother with placing the rubber feet on the E10K
it's solid state or whatever anyways right, the rubber feet is just for convenience?
>>53653854
I wouldn't do it, you can just download a program that simulates surround sound on your PC.
Your onboard probably gives you better quality sound anyway.
Or just buy an external DAC, you know. Stereo's just fine.
>>53653854
this >>53653857
Why sennheiser don't make amps (besides hdv600/800) ?
>>53654564
Because, generally, companies that specialise in making x is not as good in making y compared to another company that specialises in making y product.
So, what do you guys think of this:
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/a-speaker-the-speaker-that-only-you-can-hear#/
>>53654974
Looks interesting but will probably sound like shit.
>>53654974
>indiegogo
costanza.jpg
>>53640271
are those spinners?
>>53648460
fidelio x1
literally the best for watching movies
Hows HIFIKIWI 琴鸟H1? Heard that it is a good reproduction of AKG K314P,and i was wondering if anyone used them before.
Looking for studio headphones for ~$100, Brainwavz Hm5 good? Anything else to recommend?
>>53655971
NVX XPT100, lesser clamp and come with nice angled pads.
>>53656019
Forgot about these guys, cheaper too which is nice, really looking for comfort because my M30xs hurt my ears so bad.
>>53656094
For the ultimate comfort I'd recommend investing in the angled hybrid Brainwavz pads later down the line.
i have a xonar stx and thinking about getting hd 650s. (currently have m50s)
is there anything else i need to buy or can i just plug directly into it? i've heard of a little amp but i wouldn't really know how to plug it in
>>53656111
I know a guy with the HD650 and a Xonar STX and he's perfectly happy with the setup, the only thing you'd probably be missing from a 'standard' setup would be a physical volume control, which is very convenient.
To connect an amp you'd simply run RCA cables to it from the STX. (Red and White sockets)
>>53656128
oh ok thanks i will work on that. i'm just waiting for a deal now that gets it to like 300 like it has been before.
Auditioned the HE1k today. Ugly as shit but fuck, it sounded great. I think natural is the word to use here. Also never experienced "planar sound" before but it's definitely different than the standard.
>>53656724
>planar sound
A meme.
>>53636345
So how was it determined that he was Belgian?
>>53656816
Headphone thread on /int/ which ended up being a crossboard shit throwing fest.
>>53656816
Somebody from there posted and it was automatically assumed that it was the guy calling out the AKG shill.
>>53656816
This >>53656840 It was typical /hpg/ shitposting with flags.
>>53656816
>>53656840
>>53656890
0/10 samefag.
>>53647969
not anon, I've got an X2 and its build quality seems fairly solid.
The K7xx looks comfier though because it is lighter and has larger ear cups.
The primary advantages of the X2 are the 3.5mm jack which can be useful for easily adding in a mic if needed and easily replacing the cable, and being able to run off most on board audio solutions without needing an external amplifier as it adds only a minor improvement.
I wish I got the K7xx off massdrop though, costs about the same if not slightly more expensive here to get a K7xx for $200 and some external amp like the fiio e10 for another $100 or so.
I've heard the K7xx has better soundstage and sounds more neutral with higher detail in the mids. Though some people have been complaining the treble is a little harsh. That can be easily fixed with a little EQ fuckery.
I don't mind the X2s they sounded a little weird and fatiguing at first, but I've adjusted after listening to them for a good while. My biggest complaint would be their retarded detacheable ear cup design and price.
I mean fuck me they currenty cost an arm and leg to replace. Like $80 or so per ear cup from phillips, outrageous.
>>53653394
Hell yes I have them, kind of a successor to the piston 2s in sound signature.
If you prefer neutral the piston 3s are good
>>53656930
>>53656985
>If you prefer neutral the piston 3s are good
They aren't anywhere near neutral.
>>53656987
Took your time editing that.
>>53656999
Ah, that's just what I heard, or at least less bassy than the 2s
>>53638687
>>53638744
>>53647969
Posers that don't know shit and get recommendations from YouTube camwhores ITT
>>53657000
Why would I bother to edit a screenshot? You missed, that's all.
>>53657015
fuck off already welfarecuck, go pretend you own shp9500s while listening to your shithouse k702s elsewhere
Just a headset casual here, are Astro A40s any good? My buddy has a pair he's willing to sell me for $150
>buys 300$ audiophile grade headphones
>listens to youtube
>>53657073
>$300
>audiophile grade
>>53657050
>Astro A40s any good?
They are not the worst I've heard but you can do better for 150 bucks buying good headphones new such as the HD 558.
>>53656999
EQ'ing them will make them more neutral than Piston 2 or Hybrids.
>>53657073
What is 'audiophile grade'? Grado headphones? Audiophiles are retarded, so they'd probably like shit headphones like the K812 and HD700, after all.
>>53653394
more bass and it cripples mids.
Reasons to not get Oppo PM3?
>>53657336
You like something accurate and are short on money.
>>53638242
So does that mean shilling is happening, or does it mean that the preferred sound signature/sound stage migrates on headphone enthusiasts? The M50s never changed soundwise and there isnt any real change in headphone technology that makes them outdated.
I'm tempted to get the T50RP w/ mods but I feel like this is the greatest meme since the M50.
>>53653000
Anyone?
Need some new IEM's
>Budget
$100-$180 range
>Location
AU
>Source
Phone mostly (lg v10 with the DAC mod/app)
>Comfort level
good or better
>Preferred tonal balance
A little extra oomph on the bass and the low ends with good mids. Since I mostly listen to heavier music such as many sub genres of metal.
>Past earphones
Vsonic GRO6 the lows and bass was too prominent, i wasn't a huge fan but they did sound good for the money.
>Isolation
I want decent isolation without much leakage
I'm looking at the Dunu Titan 3/5s they have some vents which are a bit worrying for leakage/isolation
What other IEMs should I be looking at? try to keep your suggestions around the price of the dunu's or lower.
>>53657631
http://www.minidisc.com.au/headphones-earphones/inear-earphones/shure-se215-special-edition-inear-earphones-p-1100168.html
How shit sre MDR-XB950's?
Which ones would you pick?
>inb4 neither
>>53657823
I'll take the fruit in the back.
>>53657853
thats an orange
>>53657912
Thanks, anon.
>>53657652
Anon just complained that the bass on GR06 was too prominent, SE215 has even more bass which starts from 200 Hz for the ultimate mud experience.
guys anyone ever changed the shure se215 cable?
>>53657933
No that's unheard of.
>>53657933
I did for my 535 with a FiiO cable. It works.
>>53657925
This plus I heard the Shure215s really aren't worth the cost compared to new IEMs which have very good value for money.
>>53657823
The beats. Then sell it and buy something better.
"Hey guys, what's your opinion on x?" i
>>53657963
YOUR MOTHER IS A WHORE
>>53657942
why did yoou changed it?mine is starting to broke,i dont know...
>>53657991
Because it broke after 2 years of (almost) daily use. The cable has never been the Shure SE line strong point.
Specs:
>7.1 support + integrated mic
>44/48k output
>vibration feature
>remote with 6 controls
Price:
>99€ (VAT inc.)
Was it worth it? I replaced an old cheap 20€ set, which fell on the floor yesterday and literally exploded, I was a bit in a hurry so I hope I didn't fucked up; this gaming set was the best model they had in the store, the alternatives were some 280€ headphones that looked like a toy and stereo 120€ heradphones for HTPC.
>>53658034
yes you fucked up big time
Any headset+seperate mic would've served you way better
>>53652845
playing king crimson now
>>53658009
ok,ty,what you think about this cable?
its a chinese shiet? what y think?
http://www.ebay.it/itm/AUDIO123-Silver-Plated-OFC-Hifi-Cable-For-Shure-SE215-SE315-SE425-SE535-UE900-/161686501567?hash=item25a54438bf:g:DhkAAOSwBahVeWc4
>>53658034
>headset anything
smuganimegirl.jpg
There's this one headset that the gaymers here recommend, though. Something something hyper cloud. Would've been better off with a separate headphone and mic either way.
>>53658060
I know it would be cheaper too, but I don't really need a mic in the first place, I just want good output quality and stay comfy, the other old set had smaller pads that made my ears burn after 10 minutes.
>>53658077
No fucking idea lol. At least it looks durable.
guys i want buy a portable amp/dac,what about the fiio e10k,i will use it on my One plus One
with
shure se215,and bayerdynamic dt990 pro
>>53658085
I don't really play much, I wanted to get a simpler headphone but they didn0t have any except those overpriced stereo for HTPC, I think between those 125€/2 channels and this 100€/7.1 channels, it was the best choice.
>I think between those 125€/2 channels and this 100€/7.1 channels, it was the best choice.
Anon...
