The audio system to our new flat is currently being installed, so I thought I'd share the spec to Headphone-GAF, all made by myself and inspired by this thread. Will post pics in November!
Can't wait for photos. Congrats.
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The Official Headphone Thread 2.5: We're Making WAVs and Catching FLAC
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Can't wait for photos. Congrats.
Chittagong
Gold Member
Can't wait for photos. Congrats.
Thanks! Definitely will post pics
Maybe I'm missing something, but what's the purpose of having a Ragnarok if you're going to connect it to a pair of self-powered Genelec monitors?
Why don't buy the Mjolnir 2 instead? It's cheaper and it allows you to have two kind of signature sounds: tubes or transistors.
Anyways, killer setup
Regards.
Ah, the Genelecs in the snug are more of an afterthought, it's going to be my headphones corner so the Ragnarok is meant for my HE-1000s, or maybe HD800s in the future. In fact, it might be that I won't have space for the Genelecs in the snug, and there are Genelec AIC25s in the ceiling anyway.
Why not Mjolnir 2? I would like to say that I've read the Yggdrasil/Ragnarok combo has better synergy, but the truth is that the main reason is my OCD X-)
Oveja Negra
Member
Hahaha, fair enough
But, yeah... if Yggy+Rag has better synergy, it makes sense to choose that combo.
Congrats and don't forget the pics!!!!
Chittagong
Gold Member
Hahaha, fair enough
But, yeah... if Yggy+Rag has better synergy, it makes sense to choose that combo.
Congrats and don't forget the pics!!!!
Thanks! Definitely won't
I also have been considering a wired momentum 2 for closed over-ear headphones around the same budget. Why is it that you prefer the Blue Lola? I hadn't heard about this brand before.
The audio system to our new flat is currently being installed, so I thought I'd share the spec to Headphone-GAF, all made by myself and inspired by this thread. Will post pics in November!
Any specific reason why you went with crestron and mirage instead of the usual audiophile choices like SotM, sonos or squeezebox?
Antiwhippy
the holder of the trombone
Cheapest place to buy a custom braided/sleeved 1/8 cable?
Or else I might just end up doing them myself lol
Forza audio works does sleeved cables that isn't too bad price wise.
http://forzaaudioworks.com/en/product.php?id_product=34
Best in the verse does braided & sleeved for a bit more.
http://bestintheversecables.com/collections/custom-cable
Jesus Carbomb
From Water into Guinness
Hey guys, I'm looking for a decent entry level full size headphone strictly for late night movie viewing. I'm thinking decent bass, pretty wide soundstage, and easy to run (it's going straight into my TV's headphone output). Any suggestions? Thanks
Thanks, I looked up Best in the Verse this morning after reading some reddit comments, he's backed up and other people have yet to receiver their orders.
Will check out Forza though; other places I've come across were charging like $120 USD +
Xux
Member
Alright, I tried a pair at a display at Fry's and they sound pretty great. Pulled the trigger and now I'm ready for whatever the Gorillaz social media woke up for.
Thanks for the recommendation.
Chittagong
Gold Member
I was forced to Crestron as that's what the building uses for all home automation - lights, blinds, heating, video distribution, security - so had to get in something that would distribute digitally a lossless source on a Crestron network.
LQX
Member
The new Sennheiser 569 might be a good bet. Not sure they have been released yet though.
https://en-us.sennheiser.com/around-ear-headphones-stereo-mic-hd-569
Budget? To some of us, "entry level" can be hundreds of dollars.
Jesus Carbomb
From Water into Guinness
Looks nice but it's probably way too much headphone for what I will be using it for.
Under $100. OP has a list of "Entry Audiophile Headphones Under $100 -From Most Expensive To Least" but it seems a little outdated? Wasn't sure if there's newer stuff out there that I should check out.
Ah, might wanna try plugging the yggy straight to the source to see if theres any quality drop over the network. Rest of the chain looks killer, though
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LQX
Member
Ridiculous they're having build quality issues this far in the game especially given how Fostex has made it a huge part of their appeal how much craftsmanship goes into making their headphones. I guess that went out the window when they started mass producing these things.
My first Mahogany was beautiful aside from the twists in the cable but my purple hearts build quality was atrocious. Even with partial refund they offered I opted to return them.
If you don't mind open there is the Philips SHP950. Amazing headphones for the price.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...&cm_re=Philips_SHP9500-_-26-138-190-_-Product
The Audio-Technica ATH-M40x I think is also a decent choice. I use these as my TV/music and occasional gaming headphone when I don't want to pull out my more expensive headphones. I like them a lot. Very long cord so they are great from sitting a few feet away from the TV, they fold, and they are very rugged so they wont get damaged easily.
BuyDig has them for just $80 with mic after a coupon code
http://slickdeals.net/f/9112831-aud...0i-microphone-79-free-shipping?src=SiteSearch
My first Mahogany was beautiful aside from the twists in the cable but my purple hearts build quality was atrocious. Even with partial refund they offered I opted to return them.
Yeah, should have asked how much you were willing to spend. Sorry.
If you don't mind open there is the Philips SHP950. Amazing headphones for the price.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...&cm_re=Philips_SHP9500-_-26-138-190-_-Product
The Audio-Technica ATH-M40x I think is also a decent choice. I use these as my TV/music and occasional gaming headphone when I don't want to pull out my more expensive headphones. I like them a lot. Very long cord so they are great from sitting a few feet away from the TV, they fold, and they are very rugged so they wont get damaged easily.
BuyDig has them for just $80 with mic after a coupon code
http://slickdeals.net/f/9112831-aud...0i-microphone-79-free-shipping?src=SiteSearch
I'd just grab some Creative Aurvana Live if I were you
Senmai HP8 would also be perfect for your needs
Corpsepyre
Banned
What are all your thoughts on Sennheiser HD 201? It's within my budget. Getting rid of Razer Electra. As good as it was, its now worn out and the pads are damaged. Don't want to spend a boatload on headphones.
Antiwhippy
the holder of the trombone
It's the classic low budget headphone. Decent for the price.
Xander51
Member
I hate the long cable and the pads are super thin, but once you put them on they sound pretty good.
There are still better choices within the price bracket
Chittagong
Gold Member
Settling in to our new office, first thing being set up is my trusty headphone setup - Schiit Bifrost Multibit / Asgard 2 / Fostex TH-600s. Still haven't found midpriced headphones I'd like more than them - great sound stage, clarity, bass.
Jesus Carbomb
From Water into Guinness
I appreciate the help guys. I'm gonna go with the SHP950's. Good reviews, detachable cables and the price is just right.
Corpsepyre
Banned
Name some.
LQX
Member
Selling a brand new Sennheiser HD 600 and a Beoplay (B&O) H7 which plastic I cut but never got around to using. PM if interested.
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?p=217270899#post217270899
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?p=217270899#post217270899
Xander51
Member
I know this wasn't directed at me, but the Sennheiser HD202 II can usually be found for the same/nearly the same price, and I think it's a great alternative choice to the 201. It's more modular and durable, and sounds better.
Hi guys, need a bit of help here. I want a new pair of headphones and i'm leaning towards the Beyer DT990, as they seem to have all the qualities i'm looking for, but there are 3 "different" models: 32ohm (Premium), 250ohm (Pro) and 600ohm (Premium). The 32ohm version is 199, the 600 is 214 and the 250 is only 138. Is there a reason not to buy the Pro 250ohm version compared to the Premium ones?
Superlux HD 668B, Panasonic RTf600, Senmai HP8, JVC S500, Edifier H850, JVC S680
Xander51
Member
The sound and noise canceling are ever so slightly better, and an active EQ is included that shapes the sound a bit based on your volume level. Check out Tyll's review at Innerfidelity for more details.
http://www.innerfidelity.com/conten...noise-canceling-headphone#7BvILvVvkOjA0Vgl.97
I personally think all of that plus solid wireless performance and two device simultaneous connection is easily worth the extra fifty bucks, especially if you have already talked yourself into the price bracket. But, if you're 100 percent sure you'd never use the wireless, the QC 25 is still a great noise canceling can. It's also a bit lighter. I own and use both. Because I'm crazy.
There is a vast difference in how much it takes to power all of those sufficiently, so a big part of the decision comes down to your setup.
Thanks. I'd use them for music (vinyl, CD, PC, MacBook Pro, iPhone 6), movies and tv series (netflix and blu ray) and games (PS4 Pro and NX on TV through a receiver as my OLED doesn't have a headphone jack, also PC and possibly 3DS, although i know it would be a waste lol). I should point out that i don't have a dedicated sound card on my PC though.
My main concern is the iPhone, because i really don't want to get a portable DAC to use them, but i thought that maybe i can buy a pair of Beats Solo 2 for 99€ to use them with my phone when i'm not home (and i'd only spend ~35€ more than i would if i only buy the DT990 Premium 32ohm, and roughly the same price as a portable DAC). Tyll put them on the wall of fame and reviews are generally good, so they shouldn't be as bad as other beats models, especially for that price. Also considering Apple makes them and how popular they are, i should be able to easily find a cable with a lightning connector to use them with my next phone (next year's iPhone). The cable isn't replaceable on any version of the DT990 iirc, so i kinda have to do this anyway (and it's fine really, 240€ is cheap for 2 pair of good headphones).
EDIT: found a video comparison of the DT880 impedance from innerfidelity, the 250ohm definitely seem to be the best choice for me.
I have and absolutely love them. Just got them in fact. I think I might stick w/ the stock pads though. I am worried XL will make my ears too sweaty.
Shalashaska161
Member
Does anyone have any experience with bone conducting headphones? I've been having a bit of tinnitus in my ears lately so I'm looking for ways to prevent it from getting worse. A guy a work mentioned these so I figured I'd give em a shot.
Any good brands or pairs I should look at? Budget is somewhere between $150 to $200.
Any good brands or pairs I should look at? Budget is somewhere between $150 to $200.
I don't see how the 250 Ohm is the best choice, when you don't have the gear for a 250 Ohm headphone.
I recently picked up a pair of DT990 Pros with a FiiO A3 since I don't think I need an external DAC yet.
To test it out, I plugged the headphones directly into a line out without the amp just to see if it was enough to feed 250 ohms, and I began to regret it as all of the warnings about the 990s' sibilance/fry came true. My ears hurt after 20 minutes. Then I tried it with the A3, and it helped tremendously, but certain tracks still cause a subtly painful level of treble.
Is this a lost cause? Should I just return the headset? Or is there something else I can do about it?
To test it out, I plugged the headphones directly into a line out without the amp just to see if it was enough to feed 250 ohms, and I began to regret it as all of the warnings about the 990s' sibilance/fry came true. My ears hurt after 20 minutes. Then I tried it with the A3, and it helped tremendously, but certain tracks still cause a subtly painful level of treble.
Is this a lost cause? Should I just return the headset? Or is there something else I can do about it?
Would I need a receiver to be able to use them on a PC?
