Heaphones model?

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Id like to get a good quality set of headphonse for my home studio to use when rest of family is looking for peace and quiet.

I have cheaper sets of open air but always thought they lacked something....maybe the dynamic range im used to from speakers.

I was thinkin closed ear would give better performance but thats just a guess.

I know they can get expensive but am only looking for the $150 price range.

Mostly this is for my own recording of guitar over backing and often I would want to play while listenin on the headphones.

Any of your thoughts would be appreciated.
 
Hi there,

I've bought AKG K171 and I'm 100% satisfied with them. What I love about them is that they combine good isolation with good sound quality. They go for about $110 from music123.com. Another choice is AKG K240S which I've heard good reviews about, but they're open, so they leak. I'm a big fan of AKG, so that's all for me ;) Ah, btw, I use them for the same thing you want, and they work perfectly :)

Cheers,
Menelaos
 
Shipping headphones is cheap, so why not buy a few cans and compare them at home? I did and kept the Senn 280s.

J.
 
I love the sound of the Sony MDR 7506's (I have 3 pairs), but the 1/8" to 1/4" adapter they come with is easily broken. Also, the material that covers the pads will eventually become tattered and start coming off.
 
nice inputs. Thanks. I dont like the idea of the Sony breaking easily. The notion to buy a couple and return is a good idea too.

Thanks again!
 
I don't want to sound like I'm bashing the Sony's. I mean, I wouldn't have bought 3 pairs if I didn't love the sound. I ended up soldering Switchcraft plugs onto them. And keep in mind these cans see a lot of use in my studio by more than just me.
 
:D Yo Kruz with an "R":}

Very few ever mention the Beyer cans. They are comfortable, have quality sound and priced reasonably considering their quality.

I have two pair of the 250's and one pair of 770. The 770's have this nice cushy velvet on the inside--nice.

I'm not sure if Beyer is still making the 250's but I think they are available.

It's a good idea to buy from a vendor who will take returns within a reasonable amount of time. But, there is always the "restocking" fee plus you almost always have to pay the return shipping.

I have Sony cans, and some older AKG but I always use the Beyer. I also have a wireless set of cans which come in handy when I'm just doing transfer work or putzing around the studio. {I do not mix with cans.}

The Beyers are around 133 pezzutos but call all of the 800 numbers and you might be surprised and save a few bucks.

Green Hornet :D ;) :cool: :D
 
Another vote for the Beyer 770's

I don't know where you can get them for $133, though. GC and a few other places have them for $199, which I realize is more than you were wanting to pay.

Everybody has widely varying opinions on headphones. Lots of people here love the Sony 7506's. I hated 'em. I thought they were too hyped on the bottom and extremely uncomfortable. Some think the 770's are uncomfortable. I think they're the most comfortble phones I've ever put on. Unfortunately, this is probably THE most subjective piece of equipment. It all depends on your head.

Someone said they considered them anemic. I consider them relatively neutral for headphones. And I think they're great for hearing detail. Others disagree.

I've also got some AKG 240M's that are not too bad, and I think you can get them for about $80 now. Like Richard Monroe said, it's like buying shoes. What works for you isn't necessarily what works for someone else.

Good luck. :)
 
Yo Most Potent one:

I certainly agree with you about "different cans for different fans." I kind of like that paraphrase.]

There are so many good products out there; some are pricey and some are quite reasonable; however, some pricey stuff is junky and some reasonable stuff is beyond reason.

So, it does come down to individual tastes. That is what so good about this forum is that we get many GOOD points of view about gear and its use.

O-lay!

Green Hornet :D :D :cool: :) :D
 
By the way, RK, I just read your original post again and should point out that many folks believe that open-air (rather than closed) cans actually produce the better sound. Just look at the top-end ($400+) Sennhheisers for audiophiles--all are open. The closed back versions, though, are often better for recording purposes since they have less internal and external bleed.

Best,

J.
 
I'm amazed that you've gotten this far, and no one has mentioned Sennheiser HD280's. They are standard equipment here. Sound good, great isolation, comfortable, durable. I find the Beyerdynamics uncomfortable, but they are very good headphones. AKGs are OK, but-I have found the build construction a little flimsy. Do not bend, spindle, or mutilate them
The Sonys I really haven't used. Like AKG, they build a lot of models, and you probably get what you pay for.-Richie
 
Second vote for HD280s. On the durability point - they have easily replaceable ear-pads, head band padding and, crucially, the cable. I opened mine up and it's dead easy, a couple of screws and you can swap it out if it ever stops working.

I think they're great and have a fairly balanced sound. Less bass than on the 'hi-fi' cheaper models, but enough of everything to ensure accurate tracking IMO.

Purely for isolation purposes I use the Shure E2C in-ear phones, which I think are really meant for stage monitoring. Very cheap for what you get quality-wise, and because the isolation is so good you need a lot less volume sending to them anyway.
 
Third vote for the Senn 280s... although I did that indirectly in my first post above. For me, buying and testing different recommended models at home really brought home the lesson of personal taste. I know, for instance, that Sony 7506s are a staple in many studios, but *to my ears* I was instantly suprised by the more balanced sound (including some real low-freg
"ooomph") that a switch to the Senns brought. Their excellent isolation, sturdy build, replaceable parts, and low cost ($85) were just icing for me. The sound ruled. One of my best-value purchases in the past two years.

Best,

Jeff
 
Closed ear is better for recording vocalists

Because you dont get the leakage from the headphones getting picked up by the mic. I have a pair of Audio Technica ATH m40fs and they work great for me. Inexpensive as well! I saw them recently in musicians friend for like I think $60? Anyway Happy Holidays! :rolleyes:
 
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