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Open-air Headphones Deliver Clear, Natural Vocal and Instrumental Reproduction.Connectivity Technology: WiredLarge-aperture 53mm Drivers and CCAW Voice Coils For Superior Sound ReproductionNo Sense Of Pressure On The Ears, Resulting In A Completely Natural Sensation3d Wing Support Housing Offers A Vibration-proof Mechanism That Provides Comfortable Support For A Better Listening ExperienceExtremely Comfortable Ear-fitting Pads
Specs:
Color | Black |
Height | 4.7 Inches |
Length | 11.3 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Release date | October 2014 |
Weight | 0.5842249943 Pounds |
Width | 8.3 Inches |
Would anyone be able to tell me how these would compare in quality to Audio the Technica ATH-AD900X Open-Back Audiophile Headphones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009S331VU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_wT-tzbQTE56H7 ? Been kindof browsing around and looking for a good set of over ears.
Amazon.ca has them. I would check out headphonebar.com as well though. They don't have the 900x, but they definitely have the best selection in Van afaik.
'Gaming' is just a term companies use to cater to people who play video games (gamers). You don't want to buy from someone like Logitech who makes mice, keyboards, webcams, desktop speakers, 'gaming' headsets, etc.
You want to buy a pair of quality headphones (not headset) from a music company like Audio-Technica (Japan), Sennheiser (Germany), AKG, Grado, Shure, Bower & Wilkins (UK) and so on. These companies (besides maybe Sennheiser) don't really advertise to gamers, so you're kind of stuck in the loop of Logitech, Corsair, HyperX, Creative, etc.
I'm not sure what kind of music you're into, so I can't make any suggestions but I can give you starter things to look into. Check out the suggestion thread over in /r/headphones. Add a standalone mic or a V-Moda Boom Mic.
Philips SHP9500
Audio-Technica ATH-AD900X (also the 700X)
Sennheiser HD598
Nice dude, I might be ordering one here really soon.
Does anyone know how the TrackIR ProClip attach to headsets?
I have an [ATH-900X] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009S331VU/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687542&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B0006OQY2S&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=08VS4ECZHG4EG69K42JK) and I'm wondering if it'll work?
Prices are kind of up across the board for headphones, but not dramatically.
BD DT880 or DT990 You'll hear about the 990's more often, but many also agree that the 880's are the star of that lineup; certainly the best all-rounder. If you decide to go with the 990's for the sharp highs for gaming, nobody's going to fault you.
AT AD900x
Fidelio L2 Often overlooked. The big brother X2's are getting hard to find under $200, but, if I spot some, I'll add them in with an edit.
(https://www.amazon.ca/Audio-Technica-ATH-AD900X-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU)
and these for travel and school Sennheiser Momentum In-Ear. I like them both for their purpose, but I'm not particularly fond of the Sennheisers shrill highs, and I feel the Audio Technicas are a little too neutral for my music.
I've also been looking for headphones myself but am stuck between the Motorhead Iron Fist, the ATH-M50X, and the Grado sr80e, any new suggestions are welcome, though.
Hi! I'm by no means an expert on the subject but I did learn a few things while pursuing a quality audio experience and its kind of turned into a new hobby.
Simulating surround sound was something I wanted to achieve as well when shopping for headphones a while back. Something I learned is that the headphones themselves can't really do this. The right kind of headphones (and sometimes software) can help this effect but you can't magically turn 2 channels (I.E. right and left) into 4 or more to get multi-directional sound. In gamery types of headphones, the marketing makes all kinds of claims that its the total fault of the headphones but it's simply not true.
The only real way to get a simulated surround effect in your headphones is if the source had this in mind from the get go. And after that good quality headphones can help a bit further. This can be easily demonstrated with this video. Plug in ANY pair of headphones in your house and for added effect? Close your eyes. Seriously even 3 dollar earbuds from the dollar store will work. And what you'll notice is a full high-quality multi-directional, surround sound experience from just youtube and whatever headphones you happened to try. Neat! But how?
Games and movies ect need to have an audio engineer design the sound with this concept in mind known as binaural. In games, this is usually the "headphone" mode in options settings. Or it'll just be on by default. There are times where a game simply won't have it and no amount of software can change that going into your headphones. Software can't magically know that the bullet was supposed to be behind you instead of in front of you.
What does this mean? That you can get virtual/simulated surround sound from pretty much any pair of headphones? Yes! Learning this concept to me was the beginning of something new. I started looking at simple high-quality headphones that could help make the effect even more dramatic.
I learned about open vs closed back headphones. Closed back headphones make you feel like the sound is sort of coming from inside your own head. This is fine especially if you want to block out other sounds from your room or house ect. Open back headphones let sound in your headphones from the outside, allowing for a more natural 3D effect in most cases. I did a lot of research on open back headphones. I ended up getting the AD900x's. I know this might be expensive-ish but there's a good option for optimal sound on a budget.
I got this combo deal for my fiance. You'll get an open back experience to help further the 3d effect you're after and ontop of that these headphones sound fucking GREAT for the money. Seriously makes me mad that I was buying gaming headphones for all these years leading up to what I learned. Check it out.
Now, this is just a suggestion. Just use whatever you thought sounded better when it came to your logitech's or Beats after making sure headphone mode was on in the game you're playing. Hopefully, I've given you enough to do your own research on the subject. But. For the money? I found this combo to be amazing for gaming and surround sound. Just make sure you always turn on "headphone mode" in games and you'll get the 3D experience you're after. Learn more at https://www.reddit.com/r/headphones/
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TLDR; Some audio nerd info. I'd personally just use whatever you thought sounded better when it came to your logitech's or Beats after making sure headphone mode was on in the game you're playing. Seeing as the surround sound effect is mostly due to the source. If you ever want to try and make the 3D effect more dramatic I linked a suggestion on a budget.
I don't want to come off as an audiophile but listening to music I heard things i didn't hear before. Most especially in gaming with Scout mode on you can hear grenades bounce, foot steps and shells drop to the floor.
I guess you would call that sound stage. I'm using These cans BTW
Do you need it for the sound quality or the mic? Gaming headphones have frankly very poor quality when it comes to sound reproduction compared to audiophile headphones, even cheaper ones.
Something like this https://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU will sound leagues better than any gaming headphone you can buy.
If you need the mic you can look at the offerings from sennheiser or audeze as they are both upper tier headphone suppliers.
Just bought a set of Beyerdynamic-770-PRO-80-ohms from guitar center for 220, they are the best headphones I've ever used and the most comfortable. They block out all sound and also keep all your sound in, even at max volume. Couldn't recommend them enough, I've been wearing them 6+ hours at a time with no discomfort. Also, since they are 80 ohm, they open you up to possibly getting an amp in the future. I didn't even know something like that existed until I bought these, but it's nice to know the upgrade is there.
be warned they pack a lot of bass, which some people find a problem. I however, think its amazing sounding. But I love my bass.
4th ninja edit cuz I love my cans: I have a smaller than average head, so a lot of headphones sag, or feel like they could fall of my head easily. I returned the AD900x, $200 for that reason, the 770s fit great
The HD598 is good, but I'd also look into the AD900X if you liked your old headphones. The bass and treble extension should be much better, and the soundstage will remain very nice and open.
A good amp/dac to consider is the FiiO E07K which has EQ settings for bass and treble, so you can flavor your music even more to your tastes.
I have a pair of Audio Technica ATH-AD900x (open sound stage) headphones and they rock. I copy and pasted my review from Amazon on the headphones.
Amazon - AD900X headphones
I recently purchased this back in November of 2013 to replace my Logitech G35 headset (which I loved by the way). This was my first step into the audiophile world and I am very pleased with these cans. I will agree with most reviews that while they sound flat upon receiving the item, it really is true to give it a nice 24+ hour burn in for the headphones to really burst with amazing clarity. While this is an open headphone, it bleeds sound very easily. While not super bassy, I feel after the burn in that the bass got to a comfortable level. These are best to have as a home-only set as I doubt others would want to hear to what you are listening too. :P
For me personally, the headphone's wing design band across the top isn't strong enough to fit comfortably on my head. There is a rubberband mod that you loop through each cup and it increases the strength of it to better sit with your head. After a few hours my ears would feel the pressure of the headphones resting on them, but then again, I feel any over ear headphone would do this after an extended time.
I am a gamer and having these headphones for FPS games is a godsend. If you pair this with a good sound card / Astro Mixamp or DAC, it's literally like cheating considering you hear EVERYTHING. You can pinpoint people with their footsteps through walls and actually anticipate when they'll round a corner or come within your line of sight. It's pure amazement!
Overall I love these headphones! The price is perfect for a beginner like myself getting into the audiophile world.
As long as sound isolation isn't a big deal, I highly recommend getting some good open-backed headphones like the ATH-AD700x or for a little more go with the ATH-AD900X for a slightly better all around listening experience and the Antlion Modmic 4.0. For closed back design i would recommend the Beyerdynamic DT770, they have amazing sound, if you don't have a DAC and amp then you are going to want the 32 Ohm version.
Audiotechnica headphones are great for gaming.
For audiotechnica i'd recommend This and This
I also recommend these by sennheiser
These will give you much better audio for gaming then a gaming headset ever could.
The ad900x might suit you. AT's ad series is known for some pretty awesome mids. Only thing is they aren't very bassy.
I'd suggest you try something mid forward, basically the exact opposite of what the Clouds are. Check out the ATH AD900X
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-AD700X-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S332TQ/ref=pd_sim_23_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=51ClW9xDmGL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR132%2C160_&refRID=10KP62MRZ68HX7EAKPM6
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU/ref=pd_sim_23_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=41VXlU318nL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1GNP0347PEF999BMNJH3
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-598-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B0042A8CW2/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1453338850&sr=1-2&keywords=sennheiser+hd+598
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-558-Headphones/dp/B004FEEY9A/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1453338871&sr=1-1&keywords=sennheiser+hd+558
just a couple suggestions^
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-598-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B0126HISOO/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1452726471&sr=1-1&keywords=hd+598
Just saying, they still are. There's also an ivory version for 147 but unless you really like it to look like a Noctua fan...
Another option are DT 990s from Beyerdynamics.
http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-DT990-PRO-250ohm-Straight/dp/B010IJ9W1U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1452726581&sr=8-3&keywords=dt+990
For the same price range, you could even get Audiotechnica AD900X right now:
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1452726689&sr=1-2&keywords=ad700x
looks like these https://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU
I'm looking at headphones for a friend. They listen to a lot of acoustic guitar music, and consider themself an audiophile. Their budget is around 100 bucks, so I picked these out.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009S331VU/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687402&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B009S332TQ&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0XAPTAXEPQCS0BQ3G49K
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-558-Headphones/dp/B004FEEY9A
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042A8CW2/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687582&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B004FEEY9A&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=19ZFHP4ANG6PN1VTH4TJ
http://www.amazon.com/AKG-240-Stereo-Studio-Headphones/dp/B0016MNBAM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1418573395&sr=8-2&keywords=akg+k240
Can someone give a quick summary of the pros and cons of each in relation to each other?
Edit: they don't have an amp
I only deal with open headphones so here's what I'd recommend. You can skip an amp with any of these and be fine.
Audio-Technica ath-ad900x - I have these with the exact setup you want. The modmic was a little annoying to get to attach right but it hasn't fallen off. They sound great but not a ton of low end. The head suspension thing is comfy but kinda fiddly. Steal a worn out hair tie from your girl and put it between the arms and then forget it's there. Recommended without hesitation.
Sennheiser HD598 - warm sound, comfy. Not much to say, they're easy to listen to, easy to drive, and they're reasonably priced. Also recommend without hesitation.
I'd advise against the DT-990s unless you can return them if you don't like them. The v-shape sound is very polarizing and you'll either like it or you won't. I found the highs to be like an ice pick to the brain with most things I listened to. Some well produced stuff sounded great but they're fatiguing to listen to. They are also the most uncomfortable headphones I've ever put on my head, ymmv. I returned them.
If you feel like hitting the top of your budget I LOVE my Philips Fidelio X2. These actually replaced my Audio-Technicas as my daily driver. Great bass, good mid range, little grainy on the highs but it isn't harsh and how much depends on the recording. They're really comfortable but also a little on the heavy side. Again, recommend you buy from somewhere you can return just in case.
Any other questions let me know.
Here are some options for headphones:
K612, Q701, HD598, AD900x, SR-125e, DT770, T50rp, DT990, HE400.
Some of those are closed backed.
Cause they make up fake prices and put it on sale for the normal price.
https://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU
EDIT: I am dumb I just saw you wanted closed back.
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open back or closed back? Open back is better for gaming but others will be able to hear what you hear. If it doesn't matter then open back for gaming.
OPEN Headphones:
ATH-AD700X - ~95 - 100 new https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-AD700X-Audiophile-Open-Air-Headphones/dp/B009S332TQ/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=ATH-AD700x&qid=1563901733&s=gateway&sr=8-2
ATH-AD900x - ~135 new https://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=ATH-AD700x&qid=1563901733&s=gateway&sr=8-3
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HE4XX - $180 new https://drop.com/buy/massdrop-x-hifiman-he4xx-planar-magnetic-headphones
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Sennheiser HD 58X - 160 new - https://drop.com/buy/massdrop-x-sennheiser-hd-58x-jubilee-headphones
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Closed headphones:
ATH m40x - $100 new https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M40x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR54/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=ATH+m40x&qid=1563902298&s=gateway&sr=8-3
These are deemed better than the m50x's
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DT770 80 ohm - 135 new https://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-770-PRO-Studio-Headphone/dp/B0016MNAAI/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=DT770+80+ohm&qid=1563902448&s=gateway&sr=8-3
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ATH-MSR7 - 175 new https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-MSR7BK-SonicPro-High-Resolution-Headphones/dp/B00PEUBIKM/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=ATH%2Bmsr7&qid=1563902327&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1
I owned these and played CSGO and I had no issues hearing anyone. I made it to LEM (if that matters to you) Very clear audio. I also never used an amp with these so they can only get better. if you have more questions on these just message me, I can compare them to the HE4xx's as I now own those.
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AMP & Dac:
FX Audio DAC X6 - ~54.99 new https://www.amazon.com/FX-Audio-Optical-Coaxial-Amplifier/dp/B072JJT7SF/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=FX+Audio+DAC+X6&qid=1563901865&s=gateway&sr=8-3
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Schiit Fulla 2 - ~120 new https://www.amazon.com/Schiit-Fulla-Converter-Headphone-Amplifier/dp/B07KWG13Q4/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Schiit+Fulla+2&qid=1563902076&s=gateway&sr=8-3
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Basically I am no expert as I am just getting into the DAC/AMP world but from my research and this subreddits wiki and other sources, it seems better to put your money into better headphones and then into a better DAC/AMP. I would look for a used pair of headphones from
/r/AVexchange or /r/hardwareswap if you are wanting something better, I picked up a pair of HE4xx for 110 shipped.
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Just my two cents. I could be wrong and anyone please feel free to correct me as I am still learning all this.
There aren't really any high-quality wireless headphones on the market. There certainly aren't any wireless headphones that compete with wired headphones. For $298, you could get this setup:
Headphones: Audio-Technica AD900X
Microphone: Antlion Modmic
DAC/Amp: Micca OriGen+
Those components will destroy the 840 in every regard except mobility.
Not really. Looks pretty much as maxed out as can be. Maybe a nice pair of headphones?
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-598-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B0126HISOO
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU
www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-990-Premium-32-Headphones/dp/B0024NK344
Audio-technica has a line of open back headsets... I personally use the ATHADG1 Open-Back Gaming Headset, but I linked the one without a mic, since you said you have a stand alone mic... Hope I could help!
https://amzn.com/B009S331VU
edit- my friend who owned a nice pair of audio-technica's said that he likes the sound better on this open back headset, he also said it was a bit more durable and comfortable, both are great I hear though...
https://amzn.com/B00O2Y2MZG
I think you're going to need to spend more money to find an open headphone that suits you. That's my point. Perhaps try the air series from Audio-Technica.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009S331VU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501967977&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=ad900x&dpPl=1&dpID=41VXlU318nL&ref=plSrch
These are the ones I use. Comfortable and they will never break. I think Kixstar also uses these. Slap a ModMic and boom a perfect gaming headset.
I'm looking at the following options, probably gonna pick up the 598s unless someone gives me a good reason not to.
Beyerdynamic DT 770 --$130 + tax
Sennheiser HD598--$130
ATH-AD900X--$140
I'm updating my current system from scratch, and currently have the sound card built into my Z97 motherboard.
Do I need a dedicated sound card to adequately run the 598s, and what amp should I pick up?
Budget $200 hard limit, would like to not go above $185
Source Right now I'm plugging everything into the sound card that came with Z97 PCMATE motherboard, but am willing to get a dedicated sound card +amp
Requirements for Isolation Don't care
Preferred Type of Headphone Must have a good soundstage, prefer over ear open but don't care that much
Past headphones nothing of substantial quality
Preferred Music Rock and a bit of everything, will also use for some gaming (thus the good soundstage)
Don't mean to be rude but I'd maybe come down on the price some. I just purchased this exact pair brand new on amazon for $133 USD with prime 2 day shipping. here's a link to provide proof.
Look this over.
Rather than go with an all-in-one headset with a crappy mic and crappy speakers, I researched for a couple years then pulled the trigger and haven't been happier. It was 2015 and I spent $245 on my headphone/mic setup. It still feels brand new. Here's what I am using:
To hold the mic cable to the headphone cable I got this AntLion Audio ModMic Accessory Cable Clips $1
I got this hanger so I don't have to have my headphones laying on my desk when not in use: Brainwavz Hengja - The Headphone Desk Hanger $14
prices may have changed
Read the first link to learn about headphones and soundstage vs. "3-D" and "multi-speaker" headsets. Everyone has their biases, but I've been convinced. (source: pc gamer and builder for 27 years)
how important are the headphones you're using, it seems like you need a really high end set to take advantage of the amp capabilities... this is what i'm using now.https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009S331VU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I was going to post the other related video from these guys. On their advice I bought an Audio Technica AD-900x and the Antlion ModMic and have not looked back. I think they are right that getting good quality headphones and mic separately is a much better idea than and all-in-one headset. The quality is way above even more expensive headsets I've tried.
edit: here is the other video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dj5G0isn9Y
I'm rocking either a ModMic/Headset combo or the ADG1X:
Antlion Audio ModMic 4.0 LINK
Note: If you have your favorite pair of headphones that you would love to have a mic on and convert it into a Headset, get the ModMic and apply it on!
Audio Technica ATH-AD900X Open-Back LINK
Note: Audio Technica ATH-AD700X Open-Back is a favored 2nd choice by me.
Creative Sound BlasterX G5 HD Audio External Sound Card LINK
Note: If you don't have a Sound Card and need something to drive your headset.
Audio-Technica ATH-ADG1X Open Air LINK
Note: This headset is Big Head Summit1G approved Kappa (Current headset he is using)
THANKS a lot for the reply mate
> Are the Sennheisers loose when you wear them? Do they feel like they're going to fall off?
Well, not FALL off, but yeah a bit loose
Also, I was looking at getting these Audio Technica ATH-AD700X or the ATH-AD900X ones. I like everything about them as it is, but was wondering if those 'wing' style headbands would make the fit a bit tighter
I'm having difficulty distinguishing between what, to me, seems like three identical products. Help!
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I've been moved from my own office into what has to be the loudest cube farm in the world. Please, for the love of god, help me find some noise canceling over-ear cans before I give up and quit...
I'll be wearing these ~7 hours a day 5 days a week, so, please make them comfortable..
Budget - 250USD and under
Source - Macbook pro, won't be bringing an amp into the office every day, and I sure as hell won't be leaving one unattended...
Requirements for Isolation - Did you read the first part of this post? Literally all of it. I don't even want to be able to hear myself think.
Public use? - Again, did you read the beginning? I'll be wearing them in a cube farm. Couldn't care less about looking like a dork though.
Preferred Type - Over ear, closed cans.
Preferred tonal balance - All about that base, and those sweet high pitched vocals.
Past cans - A set of AITH-AD900X that I loved. They were a little big for my head though so I had to do the rubber band mod thing.
Preferred Music - EDM (mainly chillstep and trance), punk, alt rock.
Improvements - Noise canceling!
Local - U.S. of freaking A.
Anything else - Uhh, I'd like a removable cable so I don't have to mess with cable management every day, but that's really not that big of an issue for me. I can mod it if there's a guide on head-fi or somewhere.
Hey, I could use some advice from someone more knowledgeable than myself. Looking to grab a new pair of headphones and have a few in mind, particularly the HD598 and the AD900X. Ive been checking AKGs and some Beyerdynamics as well but im not very knowledgeable when it comes to heaphones so any pointers or recommendations would be much appreciated. Driving them wont be an issue (I have a focusrite Scarlette), I plan to use them for gaming and some music if that helps.
I've read great reviews about the AD900x in fact I ordered a pair yesterday.
open back or closed?
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1450615134&sr=8-2&keywords=ath+ad1000x
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-A900X-Closed-Back-Discontinued-Manufacturer/dp/B006V386UG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1450615210&sr=8-2&keywords=ath+ad900x
There are indeed crazy custom fees, but not more than double the prize, which would still be cheaper than buying them here.
Would you say the closed ones or the open ones are the best of this particular kind?
I'm going to get either the AD900x, HD598, or the Q701 for gaming and music (Leaning towards the Q701s). With whatever i choose i will also probably be getting the Fiio E10K. Now the main part i'm asking about is that i'm coming from a Turtle Beach PX22 headset. The inline amplifier on this i LOVE. As you can see in these pictures, the amplifier features bass and treble adjustment, game volume and chat volume are separate and independently adjustable, I can hear my own voice as i speak, and i can play music into the auxiliary port in it. So i'm wondering if it would be wise to setup all this in a way to integrate both this amp and the E10K. My current idea is to plug the E10K into the computer, then the PX22 amp into the E10K and obviously the headphones into the PX22 amp. So will this setup work? if not, is there any amp that offers a lot of the features the PX22 amp does? Thank you
I edited my original comment to indicate you should try to find AD700s used somewhere if at all possible. If not, you can look at the AD900X or AD700X.
ATH-AD900x or DT880 premium 600 ohm?
Primarily playing BF4, LoL as far as multiplayer goes. Using onboard audio which says it as a 600ohm amp, but I also have an astro mixamp thats plugged in via optical cable.
These are the best for gaming - Audio Technica ATH AD900x
No need to amp them and they have a massive soundstage so positional audio will be great. Bear in mind they're open backed so they will leak a lot of sound and let a lot of sound in. I don't know if that's an issue for you or not.
have used these in the past, absolutely love them.
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1419536661&sr=8-9&keywords=ath
Well since the Roccat you had before was worth $150, I'll use that as a baseline. If you're willing to spend the same amount for only headphones, I'd say go with the Audio Technica ATH-AD900X. If you want to get a mic with it, get this Sony ECMCS3. if you wanna save some cash, you can go with the AD700X or AD500X and buy the sony mic i linked. Another alternative is the Philips SHP9500 (which is what I use for gaming) with a V-Moda Boom Pro Gaming Mic. if you also wanna step up your microphone game, you can also get a ATR2100. I say that mic and not a blue yeti or snowball because the 2100 is a dynamic mic, which means it doesn't pick up a lot of background noise. This is useful since the AD series and the SHP9500 are all open back headphones so the sound leaks out. this is great for gaming though, since it provides a wider sound stage and helps with positioning in games.
These. great sound quality with excellent soundstage for positional audio as well.
https://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1488247604&sr=8-1&keywords=ath-ad900x
Audio Technicas ATH-AD900x's
I've been using these for over a year now (i'm 6'5" with a head to match and glasses) and they're supremely comfortable. Really good soundstage. They do need a little bit of power to sound their best, but they definitely sound great still coming from mobo output.
Looking for a pair of Open Back & Over Ear Headphones. I'm mainly using it to play Games, listen to Music, and other Desktop Usage. I don't need portability. As for price, I'm looking for something between $100-$140. Also, would prefer Mid Forward or Neutral sound.
Idea 1 - Audio Technica ATH-AD900X
Idea 2 - Sennheiser HD 558
Any other thoughts?
Guess you dont know that the ad series have a pretty wide soundtsage. You got razer idk why you acting like audio technica have the reputation that razer does their products lol. Audio Technica ATH-AD900X Open-Back Audiophile Headphones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009S331VU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_X6hrzbG572R4S
Any pair of open headphones will give you more directional audio than a closed back set. These are typically considered some of the most open for a reasonable price: AudioTechnica AD900x
Weird the link worked for me. I just copy and pasted the post below, hope it's useful!
This is a guide that recommends headphones with an added mic and does not recommend gaming headsets (I'll explain what that means). I'm posting this because I found lots of info on headphones for gaming but not a proper setup for a console like the PS4.
If you're looking for a great quality headset for gaming, you might run into some trouble like I did. I define quality as being made with solid materials and having awesome audio while having a decent mic to chat with other players.
Options within the quality gaming headset category are both limited and expensive. Take a stroll over to r/headphones to get their two cents on how and why gaming headsets are often overpriced and actually underperform their ticket price. This post in particular was very thorough and linked out to other really useful resources like Z Reviews
When my old headphones broke I started exploring options for a new pair of cans. I wanted to get something great and didn't mind spending a buck on it. As I researched I began to learn more about different types of headphones and what they offered in gaming. The problem I ran into is that the best pair of speakers you can put on your head are almost all headphones, not headsets (meaning headphones do not have a mic equipped). But I'm playing on a PS4 so that changes the game some, PC might have some different avenues. The PS4 dualshock controller (as of 2016, possibly earlier) has proprietary restrictions as to what headsets can plug-in and work with it so creating a DIY headset (independent headphones and mic) was tricky. I tried a workaround with getting an aux plug-in adapter that had "4 poles " to use with the DS4 controller but it didn't trick the controller nor did unplugging and re-plugging in headphones with a mic. Others have had success with it but not me.
I ended up getting a USB to headphone and mic input adapter. This way you can buy whatever headphones you want and whatever mic you want and pair them together by plugging them into your PS4 USB port. You are tethered by a wire but I have read that there is lag with basically any wireless setup so I wouldn't recommended them, especially if you're into online FPS.
My setup is:
---Open air headphones: Audio Technical 900x ($130)
There are other versions of these headphones like the 500x for around $75 as well as the 2000x for $600+
-I would also explore the Superlux HD668B Semi-Open Headphones ($40) as they are relatively inexpensive have replaceable ear pads and have glowing reviews.
---Attachable mic I haven't gotten comments on how I sound which can only be a good thing. I have asked how it sounds and "fine to me" is usually the answer I get.
---USB adapter w/ headphones + mic auxiliary inputs
-Also you might want to get a USB cable extender if the phones and/or mic you go with don't have long cables.
I would venture a guess that most any version of the above 3 components would work together. I am really enjoying my setup and have been using it for about 2 months now. The “soundstage" on open headphones is a really different experience, instead of being closed off by noise cancelling headphones it now feels like everything is happening around me. I had a pair of beats Studios (gen 2) that were pretty good but I would definitely recommend giving “open” style headphones a try. The beats seem puny in comparison, not just in physical size but also in output quality.
I hope this is of benefit to you. I spent a lot of time researching, reading and watching reviews, figuring out what would work on a PS4 and deliberating on what pieces to buy. I am by no means an audiophile so this is just the research of a lay person that wanted great sound and is enjoying what they found.
TL;DR Don't buy a gaming headset if you want awesome sound. You can get a great, probably better, setup on your own and likely save a bit of money in the process by DIY.
First off, welcome to the party, pal.I've been really happy with the SMSL 793-II that I picked up on ebay for <$50 a few years ago. I've got very sensitive headphones and don't need much power. That said, I'm looking at upgrading to a DAC over USB and a JDS Labs Atom amp.
Lots of great bang/buck stuff out there under $100.
https://www.amazon.com/Schiit-Fulla-Converter-Headphone-Amplifier/dp/B07KWG13Q4
Has a nice look to it, nice feeling volume control and is both DAC/AMP. Amazon has a $20 off coupon on it right now. That'll be over budget after tax etc. but it's a decent option. This subreddit has lots of stuff from people upgrading.
Any entry-level DAC/AMP is going to be worlds better than your 3.5mm out jack on your PC.
This is what I got myself these and a DAC at the beginning of the year for about $100USD
Audio Technica ATH-AD900X Open-Back Audiophile Headphones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009S331VU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FeCHDbTKSR8DZ
Audio Technica is a solid starting point, so stepping down to the 700 series might fit your budget better.
I've also read good things about Monoprice's entry level open backs https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=34192
I paired the AT's with this DAC and she seems to be doing the job well
Syba Sonic USB 24 Bit 96 KHz DAC Digital to Analog Headphone Amplifier 2 Stage EQ Digital / Coaxial Output and RCA Output https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009WN7QT4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4iCHDbS59Y3R5
Headphones I've used the past 10 years.
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Also been looking around and debating between Philips X1 or Denon D600 or Sennheiser HD 598 or V-MODA Crossfade M-100 or Beyerdynamic-770-PRO-80 or Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro or ATH-AD900X
Im really leaning towards the Custom One pros since there on sale for 179.99 on ebay but are they better then Sennheiser HD 598?
Also how big is the difference between noise cancelling headphones with Open/Closed ones and would it matter with music playing?
Thank you so much for your advice :)
250?! Okay then, this will be fun :)
Just remember though, that higher number in headphones series does not always mean better. eg DT880 > DT770 is not always true. Yours focus more on bass and treble, while the middle ground is left out, Also called V shaped headphone. While the 880's are neutral on most areas, while emphasizing mostly on the treble. Two completely different things, all comes down to taste :)
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Over budget I know, but this is also where we reach a new level. You can look at the Z-Reviews of the AD series headphones. He's missing the 700x's, but has most others :)
All AD headphones are fantastic, they do get increasingly better up untill 900x. Where the 2000x, 1000x and 900x can come down to taste. I prefer the 1000's over the rest as they contain a bit of midbass, while the 2000's are super clear and analytical, where those who listen to classical music will absolutely orgasm over them.
I've specifically bought AD velour earpads over the standard leather pads on my own headphones, because of the amazing comfort.
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Often compared with Sennheiser HD600 [$400]. People have complained that the sound of the X2's has been bad, but it turns out the headphones are actually exposing poorly mastered/rendered music. It also has a massive soundstage, this is a winner for games where listening matters. You can see impressions over at Head-Fi, these are people who own multiple headphones in the $1000 zone, so don't be afraid of a mediocre rating.
30ohm, so even a phone can power them fine.
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Said to be among the most comfortable objects one can place on the head. Also a very good soundstage, not in the X2's category, but still good.
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I know there is a boatload of things here to pick from, but promise me to research into these things and maybe find something else I haven't mentioned. Headphones or headsets for that matter are an investment and should last +5 years.
Happy listening! :)
+1 for open backed headphones. right now i'm using the Audio Technica ATH-AD900X.
OK, I came up with a few suggestions:
$100-150 sennheiser hd558, ath ad700x, akg k612
$150-200 sennheiser hd598,
ath ad900x, akg q701, beyerdynamic dt990
(both akg k612 and beyer requiers an amp, makes the price go up with about $200 if you dont already have an amp), you dont necessarily need an amp for the akg q701, but be ready to crank volumes up to maximum to get a comfortable volume level without an amp, and some people think that the volume is just too low without it.
Should be noted that if you have the cash to go with the beyer, it should perform almost as amazing as the ad900x and q701 with positional sound, but also has among the best bass in the market at sub $500
is the modmic still the way to go? Are there any other microphone alternatives?
Also, Looking at headphones in the $150-200 price range. Out of these what would you pick? Also any that i've missed?
DT-990 PRO -$160
DT-880 PRO -$190
ATH-AD900X -$150
SR225e -200
Philips X2 -$225
I currently own the Takstar Pro80 and the one thing i really don't like is that they don't fit my ears well. I fear that the grado may have the same issue as they look a bit smaller than the others.
My daily driver is the Astro A40, and they started having a tinny sound in the left ear so i'm ready to upgrade!
Thanks!
Do you think these headphones with this amp would be a good combo?
The price on the Audio Technica is very reasonable.
And do you think there's a big difference between the AD900X and the AD1000X? The price difference is double, but I'm not really sure what I would be gaining for that extra $150.
That is...a surprising amount of neutrality. Well, one compelling option would be an [Audio-Technica AD900X] (http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU). The AD900X is a very spacious-sounding open-back which a lot of folks like for gaming, it's very easily driven, and I personally consider it exceptionally comfortable owing to its very light construction and "3D wing" headband system. However, the AD900X - like most open Audio-Technicas - really falls down on the lower bass response, so if you want more kick on the bottom end, another option might be preferable.
To some degree, I'm struggling here because I don't have any solid indicators of preference to fetter options. The AD900X is probably among the highest fidelity options you can get for the money, but I'm having trouble reading whether you'd like it or not.
Ah right, now I know what soundstage is, thanks.
Also I've been looking around lots and noticed this being recommended to a lot of people, are they as good/better?
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-AD900X-Audiophile-Open-Air-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU
http://www.amazon.com/electronics/dp/B009S332TQ
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sennheiser-HD-598-Circumaural-Headphones/dp/B0042A8CW2
I've had numerous people tell me that my Audio Technica ATH AD700 headphone are extremely comfortable. I coupled them and a Modmic together to make what I guess you are looking for, sound + voice. The Modmic has fantastic quality and the AD700s sound great, except that they do not have very strong base. They do have a good sound stage meaning that you can determine the direction of a sound quite easily. They no longer produce the original AD 700 that I have, now they are on a new model, the AD 700x. It is pretty much the same, just a different color.
Link to Amazon page for AD700x
Link to Modmic page
If you have a bit more to spend, then the Audio Technica AD900x are for the most part an upgraded / better version of the AD700x. They do sound better than the AD700x but they are about $100 more expensive.
Link to AD900x
If you are not a fan of Audio Technica then you can really use any quality headphone with the modmic. I just like the AD700 becuase it is great for gaming since it has great positional sound.
Looking for an upgrade to my ATH-M50s with a better sound stage. They are great for work/travel with the noise isolation from being closed back, but I'm looking for something a bit better for home use. I'm also looking for something a bit comfortable to wear for long periods, as the ATH-M50, and my AKG headphones are both tight on my head and I can only wear them for an hour or so before needing a break.
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I've looked at the Sennheiser HD598, and I'm not sure how much better they would be. The Sennheiser HD600 are a bit out of my price range right now. I wonder if it's too late to get in on the Massdrop Sennheiser HD6XX deal? I'd definitely consider other models.
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I also rather like the Audio Technica wing designs. I will want to try them on to see if they are comfortable though. I've seen the "rubber band" trick to get them to stay firmly. The ATH-AD900X might be an option, but I'd appreciate other recommendations.
ATH AD900X :) I have the 500x and they are insanely comfortable, and work great while talking to friends in discord because I can completely hear myself. A lot of people recommend the AD700x but since you have the budget I'd take the step up
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> Budget: $100-$150 (somewhat flexible, but I would rather stay in this range)
>Source: 3.5mm
>Requirements for Isolation: In home, but there is some background noise from my pc and others possibly in the room.
>Will you be using these Headphones in Public?: No
>Preferred Type of Headphone: Over-ear
>Preferred tonal balance: I prefer a little extra bass
>Past headphones: Logitech G430 (shudders. After raising the bass in an EQ they weren't awful, but the quality is far from great)
>Preferred Music: Rap, rock, pop, and electronic.
>What would you like to improve on from your set-up: Much clearer audio, more immersion in games, less distortion in certain frequencies/areas.
Looking for a quality pair of headphones for mainly pc gaming but also for music. My budget is around $100-$150. Also, I prefer a slightly heavier/more pronounced bass on a pair of headphones. This is because I mainly listen to rap, rock, pop, and electronic music.
I am not sure whether I should go for open vs closed. I want to get a pair of open headphones, but I heard that sound leaks in and I do not want to hear background noise. I never used an open pair of headphones, so I could be over/underestimating how much noise leaks in and out of the headphones.
The two pairs of open headphones that I have been looking into are the Sennheiser 598 (I prefer the black special edition) and the Audio Technica AD900 / AD900X. Both of these are open headphones. Are there some good closed headphones that sound great at this price range?
In games, I want a little more immersion and less distortion. I feel that my Logitech G430s fail to do this and take a lot away from the game.
If you need me to include any more information, ask and I will update this comment.
Hey guys, I'm thinking about replacing my Skullcandy Slyr headset with a modmic and headphones. I'm kind-of between a few different options based on what I've found from various threads:
Audio Technica ATH500X / 900X
Sennheiser HD 598
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
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Budget: $150 or less (preferably less)
Source: Windows PC
Isolation Requirements: No requirements, I'll be using these at home
Preferred Type: Full sized, over ear, whatever you call them.
Preferred Tonal Balance: I like it a little heavy on the bass (but am unsure if I'll have to give this up since I play a lot of Overwatch and I think I need the soundstage?).
Past Headphones: Skullcandy Slyr
Preferred Music: Varies a lot, but a lot of Imagine Dragons
Looking To Improve: Sound quality.
I'm unsure about this open-backed thing (especially since I've heard the sound can bleed into a mic such as the modmic) and undecided on a soundcard because I'm still trying to figure how this virtual surround sound thing works. I wasn't going to get an amp because I don't like listening to music very loud. Thoughts?
On the case of your wants for a wide soundstage, the AD900x is in fact a great choice, but has bass quality over quantity and are very focused and have extreme treble and upper mid clarity. They are in fact good for games like CS:GO, but if you want to play battlefield with them, you'll want something like X2s which stretch your budget a bit, but are compatible with the VModa BoomPro which is great for the price but doesn't work with everything.
Your PC360s are Sennheiser HD595s with an attached mic basically, and the 595s don't have the widest soundstage at the price of either the 595s or the PC360s.
You may need an amp/dac combo for your 900x, so you can get something like this, which will power it just fine, but if you're on a desktop with a good motherboard, you should be fine.
Also if you can buy the AD900x from USA amazon, they are like $176CAD which is extremely cheap.
But I can afford them. Hell, I've actually spent more than twice as much as they cost on my current headphones. From what it sounds like they're the best you've ever owned so you have no grounds to compare them to anything better. Also I haven't tried the Pulse Elite specifically but I've had a chance to try out other flagship surround sound headphones from Tritton, Steelseries, Turtle Beach, and Astro and the 7.1 surround sound doesn't do shit, mainly because it's impossible for it to do shit. Like I was saying sticking a ton of tiny speakers .5 inches from your ear isn't any different than 2 larger speakers right next to them. The reason that 7.1 for home theater setups work is because you have 8 speakers placed around your room so it's actually where the audio is coming from.
Also just so you know, this is what I have when it comes to headphones.
Amp
DAC
HiFiMAN HE-400
Audio Technica ATH-AD900X
Etymotic Research HF5
Ath ad900x they dont call them the AIR version for nothing