doesn't the beats pro come with some sort of built in amp? or is it active noise cancellation that it does? I thought one of those models used batteries
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doesn't the beats pro come with some sort of built in amp? or is it active noise cancellation that it does? I thought one of those models used batteries
Beats Studio come with batteries for noise cancellation.
Keylime
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Yeah, the Pros are just standalone. No active anything.
I just bought these http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OA6WOA/?tag=neogaf0e-20
They are rebranded Superlux HD 662Fs.
Please tell me I made a good choice... I can still cancel!
They are rebranded Superlux HD 662Fs.
Please tell me I made a good choice... I can still cancel!
It doesn't mean that you've made a bad decision necessarily, but I've never heard of Superlux or CAD audio.
How much did you pay? They look like knockoffs of these http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0016MOC28/?tag=neogaf0e-20 or these
(Again though, I have no idea)
Apparently they are indeed knockoffs of the AKG. EVERYTHING I have read about the Superlux brand has been glowing.
It's both. The ones that use a battery function as a built-in audio amplifier like a bass booster and noise canceling feature.
Superlux are great phones and weren't budget champions for nothing (still are).
Edit: If those CAD's are truly a rebranded Superlux, then you haven't made a bad choice at all. The Samson SR850 are also known as a rebranded Superlux 668b, and both are more or less the same with slight differences.
They are. http://www.head-fi.org/t/546268/cad-mh310-superlux-hd662-f
My only concern is that since I'm going to be using Dolby Headphone, I should have gotten open headphones for a larger sound-stage...
Ah, no wonder I've never heard of it. So few impressions on them.
Why didn't you get the Samson SR850 you asked about earlier then? D:
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Guitar Center.
That guy has two total posts at head-fi, and a blog no one reads. I'm not sure he's the utmost authority on when headphones are identical to each other
LCD-2 rev 2's got here today.
Still have a lot of work to do before I can make a fair comparison. Definitely darker than my HD600s. There is literally zero harshness or sibilance to the high end, even having EQ'd the hell out of it, and without any loss to definition; the smackpop of a snare sounds just as real, but without the accompanying small cringe. Often noted low end definitely holds true.
Still have a lot of work to do before I can make a fair comparison. Definitely darker than my HD600s. There is literally zero harshness or sibilance to the high end, even having EQ'd the hell out of it, and without any loss to definition; the smackpop of a snare sounds just as real, but without the accompanying small cringe. Often noted low end definitely holds true.
do they have more selection in the store than online? cuz their online selection of headphone amps is pretty awful. I dont see a single, small portable amp for Rubs use case.
If all Rub needs is a volume boost on the headphones for the iPhone, an E6 or E11 from Fiio should do the trick. theyre cheap and small and decent quality for the money.
I remember seeing some when i was in store last year. Just call them up.
His blog review isn't that helpful personally.That guy has two total posts at head-fi, and a blog no one reads. I'm not sure he's the utmost authority on when headphones are identical to each other
That guy has two total posts at head-fi, and a blog no one reads. I'm not sure he's the utmost authority on when headphones are identical to each other
How about the founder of Head-Fi? http://www.head-fi.org/products/sr850-professional-studio-reference-headphones/reviews/5573
"By the way, if you want a closed version of this headphone, the CAD Audio MH310 is this headphone, but closed back."
Because I was worried about leakage bothering my girlfriend when she is trying to sleep. This is the primary time I use headphones. If people in this thread think the Samson SR850s don't leak that bad, I will cancel and get those! But from what I've heard, they have a fair amount of leak, so I was nervous about them...
What is it you're looking for exactly?
I thought Jude founded head-fi. In any case, if they are definitely the same, and you want them, I say go for it.
Aah. Yeah, the Fiio should work wonders.
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What LC is getting at really. Something like the E11 seems to be up my alley.
One thing to keep in mind about MalVeauX is that he's known to be pretty adamant against the AD700 (for good reasons). Despite that, I'm generally in his camp about the Samson SR850 > AD700.
Still, if he thinks the CAD-MH310 is a closed Samson SR850, then the differences must be minuscule not to be noteworthy. Get them. The Samson SR850 leaks about as much as the Superlux 668b, and it can be bothersome even if you and your girlfriend are a room apart depending on how loudly you listen at night.
THANK YOU. This is what I needed to hear to put me a ease! The leakage is bad... That's all I needed to hear. I'm sure the Samson's are great, they just don't fit my needs.
my understanding is that the 598 is not an upgrade to the 580.
the 580 is, with some cosmetic changes, actually the HD600, which is Senns higher end model. they changed the branding a while back.
http://www.headfonia.com/the-sennheiser-trio-hd580-hd600-hd650/
Dreams-Visions
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D1000 ----> D2000 is night and fucking day, bro. The D1000's aren't in the same league as the D2000/5000/7000 line, though I understand that the naming convention could lead one to believe there is a similarity.
I can't speak for the 580's and 598's to give perspective on the difference in upgrade between the 4 cans your talking about, but yes...D2000 >>>>>>>> D1000.
To be fair, I did a makeshift test and didn't have an actual person to help me. From memory, I don't think it's that bad, but the noise level in the testing was audible enough to say it could be a problem for some others.
I'd rather play it safe than sorry. For surround sound gaming, would semi-open really make that big of a difference?
I've seen comparison shots of the 598 and the 555 that left me fairly certain that they were probably identical. The difference being the sound killing foam in the 555's, and the aesthetics of the 598's.
I find it hard to suggest them, when the 555's can be had for so much less. With five minutes of modding, the 555's turn into cans that are pretty much identical to the 595's, which are likely identical to the 598's as well.
They sure do look nice though.
(TL;DR: I agree)
Isn't bass the whole point of beats?
Other than wearing them as some sort of fashion accessory
I dunno. The E11 is so bass heavy, I'm not sure it would positively benefit Beats.
That's not how it works.
E11 has two levels of bass boost. I get the feeling at level 2 that you would start to hear nasty distortion with the beats since they already boost bass levels.
the E11 does not sound bass heavy at all to my ears when the bass switch is turned down. I have no idea if it will improve details or soundstage with the beats, but its powerful as hell so volume will not be a problem.
Between the Samson SR850 and CAD-MH310? Yes and no judging by the reviews. Are the differences easily noticeable? Not really. Are they perceivable? Definitely. Would they matter to you much? Depends. I'd say no. However, if you value the small nuances enough to label them a big difference, then I probably would it is if I wanted the best competitive advantage.
Great. I'm not an audiophile at all. Got the DDS for immersion. I think I'll be happy with the 662Fs/CAD-MH310s. I'll let you all know.
Wow, just checked out Amazon's deals, looks like they have a ton of stuff on sale.
I think I want the D2000 or M50s to compliment my SR225i so I have something with fuller bass for electronic stuff.
What are prices like on those? Amazon any good? Any other phones I should consider? Right now I'm using a PA2V2 portable amp from that awesome Canadian guy. They make the Grados sound awesome.
Edit: TripleFi 10s for $170?! Should I get them and hope they aren't super uncomfortable?
I think I want the D2000 or M50s to compliment my SR225i so I have something with fuller bass for electronic stuff.
What are prices like on those? Amazon any good? Any other phones I should consider? Right now I'm using a PA2V2 portable amp from that awesome Canadian guy. They make the Grados sound awesome.
Edit: TripleFi 10s for $170?! Should I get them and hope they aren't super uncomfortable?
It's already happening D:fixed
Amazon.com usually sells the Denon AH-D2000 at MSRP: $350. Instead of paying that much, you can call J&R, speak with one of their sales rep, and get them for $250. Best price you'll ever get for a brand new one at a renown retailer... unless you're good at haggling or luck out at a J&R sale. You can get one for as low as $200. I know some people who got them for $180 during the last Labor Day sale.
They were $95 on black friday. Should be able to find someone trying to flip them for less than $170.
I'm getting mine reshelled because of how uncomfortable they are. Putting them in is like ear rape.
Agent Cooper
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I've been lurking since before I've been approved, but I still have no idea what kind of headphones to get... beats look nice, but are overpriced of course. ;_;
What is GAF's thoughts on Skull Candy's? Are they worse or better than Beats?
I stumbled upon these and I couldn't help but be struck by their aesthetics.
Skullcandy are just cheap garbage for the most part.
Vire
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What would you recommend as far as aesthetics go? (Without compromising sound quality obviously).
Looking for something around the $200 range. I listen to a rather large variety of music, from indie rock to hip hop.
I appreciate any help since I don't really know to much about cans.
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