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To add, if you're looking for a great overall performer that isn't super expensive ($300+), look at the Sony MDR-7506 (~$100 on Amazon) or AudioTechnica M50 (~9

by aroch 12y ago

To add, if you're looking for a great overall performer that isn't super expensive ($300+), look at the Sony MDR-7506 (~$100 on Amazon) or AudioTechnica M50 (~99-$130 depending on model). These plus a good USB-DAC (like those based around NwAvGuy's ObjectiveAmp) will make your listening experience much nicer.

Qworg 12y ago
I'm a huge fan of my Sony MDR-V6's - I'd love to do a comparison test between the V6's and the 7506's some time. How do audiophiles get a chance to do this? I've never seen a "headphone store" on a street corner.
- cmer 12y ago
  I came here to vouch for the v6 as well. With the Beyer Dynamics velour pads, they're just incredible. Comfortable, great all around sound and doesn't break the bank. (source: I was an audio engineer in a previous life. I also own 3 pairs)
- cmer 12y ago
  Comparison: http://www.head-fi.org/t/539506/sony-mdr-v6-vs-mdr-7506-there-is-a-difference-in-sound-pictures-too http://www.head-fi.org/t/539506/sony-mdr-v6-vs-mdr-7506-ther...
- mdellabitta 12y ago
  In NYC, you can check out Park Audio, Tekserve, and B&H (although B&H had horrible amplification last I checked).
crunchcaptain 12y ago
+1 Sony MDR-7506 http://lmgtfy.com/?q=sony+mdr-7506+%22on+set%22 http://lmgtfy.com/?q=sony+mdr-7506+%22on+set%22
Sephiroth87 12y ago
+1 for AudioTechnica from me, definitely the best headphones I've ever owned, especially at that price
fpgaminer 12y ago
I'll chip in my experience with the ATH-M50, which I bought after my Sennheiser HD280 Pro died (after 10+ years; cracked the headband). They have great reviews, but I simply did not enjoy the sound. The high frequencies were far over expressed, and I was genuinely surprised that others seem to like them. Maybe I just got a bad pair. I returned them and grabbed the V-MODA CrossFade LP. Its bass response is heavier than even the ATH-M50s, and a much better high frequency response. Their only downside is a dip in the middle frequencies. It gives them that club sound (DJs general dip the mids in clubs, as it makes it easier for people to hear one another). I like it for most of my music, but they definitely suck the life out of classical music and other similar, balanced sounds. I'll probably grab pair of open Sennheisers to compliment my V-MODA. I'm hesitant only because Sennheiser, despite the HD-280 Pro being built like a tank, they've burned me multiple times now on shoddily constructed portable headphones.
- scarecrowbob 12y ago
  Just a note; the band on my HD280 cracked, but I contacted their support and they sent me a new one... the fix required soldering, but was easy enough. I can't believe that I am still using the same pari of phones after 8 years (they get a lot of abuse). They have a lot of good pro equipment (I am especially fond of several of their microphones, the 441 and 421), I just stay away from their more consumer-oriented products.

by aroch 12y ago

Qworg 12y ago

I'm a huge fan of my Sony MDR-V6's - I'd love to do a comparison test between the V6's and the 7506's some time. How do audiophiles get a chance to do this? I've never seen a "headphone store" on a street corner.

cmer 12y ago
I came here to vouch for the v6 as well. With the Beyer Dynamics velour pads, they're just incredible. Comfortable, great all around sound and doesn't break the bank. (source: I was an audio engineer in a previous life. I also own 3 pairs)
cmer 12y ago
Comparison: http://www.head-fi.org/t/539506/sony-mdr-v6-vs-mdr-7506-there-is-a-difference-in-sound-pictures-too http://www.head-fi.org/t/539506/sony-mdr-v6-vs-mdr-7506-ther...
mdellabitta 12y ago
In NYC, you can check out Park Audio, Tekserve, and B&H (although B&H had horrible amplification last I checked).

crunchcaptain 12y ago

+1 Sony MDR-7506 http://lmgtfy.com/?q=sony+mdr-7506+%22on+set%22 http://lmgtfy.com/?q=sony+mdr-7506+%22on+set%22

Sephiroth87 12y ago

+1 for AudioTechnica from me, definitely the best headphones I've ever owned, especially at that price

fpgaminer 12y ago

I'll chip in my experience with the ATH-M50, which I bought after my Sennheiser HD280 Pro died (after 10+ years; cracked the headband). They have great reviews, but I simply did not enjoy the sound. The high frequencies were far over expressed, and I was genuinely surprised that others seem to like them. Maybe I just got a bad pair. I returned them and grabbed the V-MODA CrossFade LP. Its bass response is heavier than even the ATH-M50s, and a much better high frequency response. Their only downside is a dip in the middle frequencies. It gives them that club sound (DJs general dip the mids in clubs, as it makes it easier for people to hear one another). I like it for most of my music, but they definitely suck the life out of classical music and other similar, balanced sounds. I'll probably grab pair of open Sennheisers to compliment my V-MODA. I'm hesitant only because Sennheiser, despite the HD-280 Pro being built like a tank, they've burned me multiple times now on shoddily constructed portable headphones.

scarecrowbob 12y ago
Just a note; the band on my HD280 cracked, but I contacted their support and they sent me a new one... the fix required soldering, but was easy enough. I can't believe that I am still using the same pari of phones after 8 years (they get a lot of abuse). They have a lot of good pro equipment (I am especially fond of several of their microphones, the 441 and 421), I just stay away from their more consumer-oriented products.