Reddit mentions of Gemini DJ HSR-1000 - Professional Monitoring Headphones

The HyperX cans are a rebranded version of these, so they're a bit different than most "gaming headsets" and that's why they're largely considered a tier above. As mentioned, they compare pretty favorably to budget "premium audio headphones" like what Sennheiser offers for <$75.

No, I'm now sure, you should just head over to the head-fi thread and ask, they are really helpful.

The white one is in stock.

I don't know if you have easier access but the same headset is also sold and marketed as HyperX cloud headset, comes with an extra pair of velour pads.

http://www.amazon.de/Kingston-KHX-H3CL-WR-HyperX-Headset/dp/B00JJNQG98/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408040765&sr=8-1&keywords=hyperx+cloud

you should know beforehand that it is an OEM headphone and comes with many names :)

http://www.amazon.de/Gemini-HSR-1000-Professional-Monitoring-Headphones/dp/B006Y2BI04/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408040821&sr=8-1&keywords=gemini+1000

http://www.amazon.de/LD-Systems-LDHP800PRO-Dynamischer-Kopfh%C3%B6rer/dp/B0085RYLLO/ref=pd_sim_sbs_MI_9

There are even some more that exist, they keep a semi loose track of it over on the thread :)

There is also an open variant, but I'm guessing you aren't interested in it given your preference towards isolation.

EDIT: added links and references to rebrands of the takstar pro80

The Gemini HSR-1000 is a much better headphone. Better sounding (especially when amped. It scales really high) . Much better build quality. Better looks. And one of the most important factors. It costs half as much!
Link:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006Y2BI04/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1383246711&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70

M50's are famously uncomfortable.

You can try HM5 earpads, or get a better set of headphones, like takstar pro 80's

No worries, happens all the time. Best of luck!

My 2¢: [Gemini HSR-1000] (http://www.amazon.com/Gemini-HSR-1000-Professional-Monitoring-Headphones/dp/B006Y2BI04). Just at the fringe of your budget right now, but it gets down to $45-50, and it's a very solid headphone. Here's a [couple] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7KFie4dJ0w) [reviews] (http://www.head-fi.org/t/777088/review-takstar-pro80-with-updated-drivers) of the same OEM unit under a different brand. Only real issue it has is iffy ergonomics, which could be resolved by some [new earpads] (http://www.amazon.com/Brainwavz-Replacement-Memory-Foam-Earpads/dp/B00OLKV5LI) down the line.

So the Gemini HSR-1000s and the Creative Aurvana Live!'s are about the same price right now, which one would be the best in terms of sound quality?

There's also the HI2050 closed, Takstar Pro80. (Rebadge Gemini HSR-1000 is cheaper than original on Amazon. Or get the gaming version Kingston HyperX Cloud

tl;dr: Can anyone recommend a good USB headphone adapter or headphone extension cord?

My desktop computer has a faulty headphone jack, so I thought to get a cheap USB adapter from Amazon and use it instead. (My audio ports on the back of my desktop work fine, but my headphones have a short and coiled cord, so wearing them with them plugged into the back is uncomfortable.) Unfortunately, the adapter I got makes my headphones produce a relatively loud hiss, which significantly detracts from the listening experience. So I'm considering either getting a new adapter or an extension cord to plug my headphones into the back. I've been looking at Amazon reviews, and while there are many with good reviews, a lot of them also have a few mentions of hissing or sound degradation, which is why I'm asking for recommendations here.

2 years ago I was pointed towards the Gemini HSR-1000. I absolutely love these headphones and use them every day.


Now I'm trying to get a pair of headphones for a Christmas gift.
As the Gemini HSR-1000 is difficult to find, I would like to find a similar pair of headphones (in quality, feel, and size).


They will primarily be used in a quiet office/library study situation.


I would like a balanced to slightly bassy audio profile, with cans that I can wear for 8 hours without too much discomfort.

Budget: <= $100 (preferably)

Source: Realtek High Definition Audio from a Dell Latitude E7450, mac-book, or smartphone

Type: Full size (I don't want it to touch my ears), closed (I don't want coworkers to hear).

Isolation: My friend likes to drown out people with pink noise while studying. I assume some noise canceling would help with this.

Preferred music: EDM, House, Pop, Classical

Location: MD, USA

Wired: I would like it to be wired, ideally with a removable cord.

I bought them a few months ago. I used them about once a week for a few minutes. I thought big headphones were my thing but they arent. this is the amazon page. http://www.amazon.com/Gemini-HSR-1000-Professional-Monitoring-Headphones/dp/B006Y2BI04