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So I was thinking about getting new Senn's later this year. I have some HD555's right now and was thinking of upgrading to the following headset and amp...
Headset: http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-...rds=sennheiser
Amp: http://www.amazon.com/FiiO-E10-USB-H.../dp/B005VO7LG6
Yay or nay?
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I'd say yay but I'm no expert on Sennheisers.
Also, those are called headphones not headset.
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I call them all headsets because I'm always going to pair them with a mic. :x
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So I've finally deleted my whole music library, it was bothering me because in the last few years I've been slowly paying for all my software, replacing anything I may have pirated, the music being the last to go.
Now I need to find somewhere to buy my music, anyone got some suggestions?
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I've tried a few music streaming services aka Rdio/Spotify they were ok but not really my thing.
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Sites with FLAC or 320kbps MP3 preferred.
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Amazon. Bandcamp. E: Google Play seems to use 320 MP3.
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Feel like I'm hogging the page but anyway, anyone tried Audio-Technica ATH-A700X's?
I love braided cables and I need a comfortable pair.
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Woo, ordered HTF-600s, will get them tomorrow!
Finally, these shitty earbuds make my ears hurt.
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598s are great, unrivaled soundstage, warm but not too bassy, very comfortable, can't go wrong for general use and warmer music.
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This. I own them myself, and I've written a bit about them when someone here: http://facepunch.com/showthread.php?...1#post36941549
IMO, you can't go wrong with them if your budget allows it. They're a fantastic all-rounder and do everything great. If you're into Classical/Instrumental (includes trailer music) and/or vocals though, then you're really in for a treat. Also, they're incredibly comfy, including for people with glasses. I've never had any problems having to adjust, fiddle, or take breaks from them due to fatigue/sweat/irritation.
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i need some IEMs
Budget:$40-60
eBay: sure
Country: USA
Isolation: not sure if that applies to IEMs
Purpose: 100% music
Music Tastes: Rock, Hip-hop, electronic music
Previous Experiences: i had some of these and they were pretty sweet but my brother stole them. i also have a pair of htf600s
Comments: source will be an LG G2x if that matters. also something with a carry case would be pretty awesome
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Hot damn. I got the official PS3 headset (for $5 mind you).
It sounds wonderful. Not sure if I would have dropped the full $100 on it, but definitely would have paid $75.
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what is a good amp/dac for the audio technica ATH-M50? I am considering the audioengine d1 but the price is very steep
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M50's really don't need amping.
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O2 amp plus an ODAC is 300 dollars from jdslabs.com and is the best headphone sound you can get for under $1000.
You can get a combo unit with both in one case but imho getting them separate is only like $10 more and gives you the option of trying different amps with the ODAC, as afaik the combo unit doesn't have a line out.
http://nwavguy.blogspot.se/2011/07/o...phone-amp.html
http://nwavguy.blogspot.se/2012/04/odac-released.html
http://www.jdslabs.com/item.php?fetchitem=O2Full
http://www.jdslabs.com/item.php?fetchitem=46
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Actually I just discovered http://www.headnhifi.com/ sell the O2 and ODAC cheaper, try that.
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Wish they'd hurry up on the desktop version!
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My headphones have arrived! Shit sounds amazing.
Thanks for suggesting these amazing things.
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so, I snapped my G35, and I really like them, and I will buy another pair if you guys can't help me.
What I want, is something that sits around my ears, as if it does not, my ears hurt like shit after an hour.
I want a high quality microphone with noise cancellation and nice audio, much prefer if it's 7.1, even virtual, as it still sounds better than stereo.
I absolutely NEED it to be USB as I use my integrated sound card to play music on my speakers 24/7 basically.
I'm using a sennheiser 330 temporarily while I figure out what to get, and my ears hurt very quickly.
and I would prefer if it doesn't break too easily aswell.
budget... doesn't really matter that much, but around 200 dollars.
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Tempted on the Sennheiser 598's with a Fiio e7 amp. How would the bass compare to my current pair of HTF-600's? I find the bass satisfying even on these but wondering if the bass is the same or better on the 598's.
Also, how much difference overall will I experience? I can't really imagine it at the moment. I do listen to very light dubstep, but only when i'm working to it. My main taste is Rock and some orchestral that's associated to Film soundtracks. I play games and watch films too.
My budget is about £170, but I can push to £200.
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http://www.amazon.com/ViSang-VS-R03-...rds=ViSang+R03
should i get these
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Will buying a portable amp such as the Fiio E6 help with those horrible tinny highs that you get on IEMs with the volume up high? I have a pair of MA-350's that sound absolutely perfect until you notch it up a bit, anything with cymbals is literally painful to listen to at a high volume. I'm wondering if a cheap amp will rectify this.
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Get a proper pair of headphones and a modmic.
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Nope. It's because of your ears and the muscles in them contracting when it gets too loud. Well it might be, could just be the IEMs. Either way though, I doubt that an amp would mend it.
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well in that case i know what i'm getting.
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$200? DT-770 250ohm and a Mod Mic, or HM5 and a mod mic, both very comfortable and circumaural.
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That word sounds so sexual to me. I'm not entirely sure why.
"I'm about to get all circumaural on you"
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Budget: $150-200
eBay: No
Country: Sweden
Isolation: Doesn't matter
Purpose: Mainly for listening to music, but also watching movies and playing games.
Music Tastes: Heavy Metal (Judas Priest, Manowar, Iron Maiden)
Previous Experiences: Alessandro MS1
Comments: I already own a pair of Alessandro MS1, but I wondered if there's a pair of headphones better suited for heavy metal, or if there's a direct upgrade. I also wonder if I should buy the sound card Asus Xonar Essence STX, if it adds any quality compared to the onboard sound card.
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Budget: $100-200
Country: Canada
Over ear headphones, mainly for music/gaming. Would preferably buy in-store somewhere.
Any suggestions?
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Well, my shitty headset has been dodgy for a while, and now the mic has decided to break I guess it is time to get a new one. I have been looking at headsets (for gaming) and found this to be reasonably priced and has decent reviews. Does anyone know anything about it / the brand?
I want it for gaming, movies, a bit of music. So, is it suitable? Does anyone know a similar/better alternative?
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With the bass, you'll be exchanging quantity for quality. It will sound more tight, controlled and appropiate, at the cost of boomy and overpowering bass. I can easily listen to some light dubstep and not notice a lack of bass, but in the beginning, you'll have to adjust from the HTF600's sound signature.
For Rock, Orchestral and vocals, it's absolutely amazing. Compared to the HTF600's, it'll be better by leaps and bounds, and you'll probably start to hear instruments you've never heard in a song before. This is due to a wide soundstage the 598's have, which allows it to play instruments from where they were actually recorded. From a deep bass rumble, to slight tambourine shakes in the distance, you'd be amazed how many instruments some songs use that you didn't pick up on. For instance, on a specific instrumental track, you can hear a very low rumble. At first, I thought it had to do with distortion from the track, or that my headphone's drivers were faulty. Later, I found out that the sound produced by a Chello being played very deeply.
I sometimes come across a really good instrumental track (LOTR OST, Mind Heist, trailers etc.), and occasionally I just smile out of the sheer enjoyment of the sound that the 598's produces. It's when I enjoy music the most, frankly. Just make sure that the source material is decent (I recommend 320kbps) Youtube uses 192 at the highest setting, and I can definitely hear the difference between 320 and 192kbps.
For entertainment, the wide soundstage really gives an edge to the sound. If done properly by a game/movie, you'll be able to clearly hear the direction and distance of a sound played. On occasion, I had to pause the film and make sure that it wasn't actually coming from my surroundings, no joke.
I'd suggest looking at Amazon, as they're only 157 pounds right now. Try and stretch your budget a tenner or two more and get the FiiO E10.
If you do decide with the 598's and receive them, I'd be delighted to hear your first impressions and questions in a PM!
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I'm going to recommend the official PS3 headset. Runs for $100 USD, so it should be similar for CAD. It's producing the most beautiful sound I've ever heard, and as a bonus it's wireless. Runs for about 8 hours on a charge for me. Works just fine on PC as well as PS3. Should be available at Gamestop (or whatever game store you have there) or Walmart.
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I'm sold then once I sell my old graphics card! Thanks for the effort to write your opinion on them.
Yeah, what you mentioned with the genres are exactly what I listen to. I've never been too big on spending a lot on headphones so thought i'd treat myself. I can't imagine how great the soundstage will be as sometimes on my HTF-600's, I sometimes think some sounds are around me; only occasionally though.
Are the problems with the headband cracking fixed? My current HTF's also had a problem with the slider adjuster coming lose and now dangling by wires, how durable in comparison considering it's plastic as well? I'm more likely to take care of these more.
What's the difference between the FiiO E7 and E10? How better?
EDIT: Why is the E7 £64.75 on Amazon and the E10 is £61.98? I'm not familiar with headphone amps. My sound card is also an ASUS Xonar DX too.
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The headband issue has been fixed since this years batch, so in all likelyhood you'll recieve a good set of cans. Should you get a pair from a stock that's from last year and the band does crack, Sennheiser will send you a replacement free of charge.
In terms of build quality, the 598's are pretty good. The majority of the construction is plastic, but of good quality. It's also what makes it light and comfortable. The headband itself is from leather with padded leather resting on top of your head, and the earpads are soft velour that sits around your ears. Surprisingly though, they won't make you sweat at all.
The FiiO E7 is best used in combination with the FiiO E9, so that doubles the price for the combo. The E10 is only slightly below the E7/E9 combo at a far better pricepoint. It's what I use and I have no issues with it. A dedicated DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) allows for a cleaner processing of the sound signal to your headphones. Though in theory the 598's don't really need an Amp, they do sound a bit better with them. I had to buy one regardless of all that. because my 3.5mm ports were crapping out.
Which reminds me, the Senn's have a converter plug so that it fits into 3.5mm ports. This makes the plug quite heavy and, over time, can bend the 3.5mm port to the point of breaking if the plug's weight isn't supported by something.
If I were you, I'd purchase the headphones first and try them out with the Xonar DX. If your 3.5mm port isn't high off the ground or if it's on the top of your PC, you won't really need the FiiO's.
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It's half way up my case, however I do keep two out of three of my 5.1 speakers plugged in. The third one is my front speakers which I remove when using headphones. All three wires are joined and separate at the end, so the headphone jack could theoretically be supported by my other wires.
Does the amp create better bass? Is it really worth the £62? I do have some pre-orders of games I could use that money with, or towards a monitor really.
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As I said, try it out without the FiiO first. The ASUS Xonar DX already is a decent AMP/DAC combo. Amping is just to drive the headphones better (moving the drivers) to make them louder.
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I see, thanks! Last of all, any other headphones that are better under the £200 mark? If not, 598 it is.
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At that pricepoint, it's not really about what's better, but what suits your taste. I wouldn't recommend the 598's to Bassheads/dubstep lovers because they're just not bass heavy cans. I'm sure some people here can make alternative suggestions.
And I'd suggest that if at all possible, you should try out different headphones in a Brick and Mortar audio store in your neighbourhood. Just walk in and ask if you can sample a few. Any decent audio store would allow you to compare different headphones if you're truely interested.
I just saw your post and thought that your tastes were similar to mine, and I've done some pretty exhaustive research as I was quite picky. To sum it up, I've done a lot of reading about headphones in general, reading reviews, discussing options, having an extensive dialogue with an audiophile who really liked the 598's, and sampling the HD595's against the ATH-M50's (from Germany mind you, I live in Holland) side-by-side and sending the latter back. After that, I've sent back the 595's just to have the improved version of it: The 598's. Thanks to the aforementioned dialogue. I've ordered all of them online, so it wasn't as easy as taking a receipt back to the store.
Yeah, that's how picky I was...
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Sounds like meAt that pricepoint, it's not really about what's better, but what suits your taste. I wouldn't recommend the 598's to Bassheads/dubstep lovers because they're just not bass heavy cans. I'm sure some people here can make alternative suggestions.
And I'd suggest that if at all possible, you should try out different headphones in a Brick and Mortar audio store in your neighbourhood. Just walk in and ask if you can sample a few. Any decent audio store would allow you to compare different headphones if you're truely interested.
I just saw your post and thought that your tastes were similar to mine, and I've done some pretty exhaustive research as I was quite picky. To sum it up, I've done a lot of reading about headphones in general, reading reviews, discussing options, having an extensive dialogue with an audiophile who really liked the 598's, and sampling the HD595's against the ATH-M50's (from Germany mind you, I live in Holland) side-by-side and sending the latter back. After that, I've sent back the 595's just to have the improved version of it: The 598's. Thanks to the aforementioned dialogue. I've ordered all of them online, so it wasn't as easy as taking a receipt back to the store.
Yeah, that's how picky I was... Yeah, I had the XB-500's and sent them back because they were too bassy and the mids were drowned out, but gave me shivers on the bass front. As long as the bass is similar/improvement, etc to the HTF-600's like you say they are, should be great for me :D Maybe I could pick up some XB-500's with spare money too, so I have the best of both worlds!
Thank you!
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I'm almost certain that they've got lighter bass than the XB-500's. As I've said, you'll be exchanging quantity for quality bass. They won't be boomy or in your head, but they won't drown out anything or fatigue your ears either.
Some Bass for thought, perhaps?
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What do you guys have your audio settings in Windows at? When I first got my DT770/E10 I just set the default format to the highest possible quality. Apparently that's not a good idea though, since it leads to the OS resampling everything to get it up to that quality level. I was messing around with the audio settings in BF3 and reading about them online, when I stumbled over a forum post saying that the sampling rate of the audio was 48Hz, and using anything else in the Windows settings would result in quality loss. Will I actually notice a difference though?
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Well that was a year ago and only had for a week, ears more used to the HTF's so i'm sure it'll be much better! Got any audio samples to test them when I order? Annoying thing will be getting my music again in 320kbps.I'm almost certain that they've got lighter bass than the XB-500's. As I've said, you'll be exchanging quantity for quality bass. They won't be boomy or in your head, but they won't drown out anything or fatigue your ears either.
Some Bass for thought, perhaps?
And anything to burn them in? I'd rather not judge from the go and just use a program to burn them in for a few hours before I make that judgement.
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Thank y'all, looks like the search is over
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