headphones for music recommendation

Hello,

I'm planning on getting a new set of headphones that will be used mainly for listening to music (trance). I'm looking for something that is really good and has powerful bass and noise cancellation as well. I was interested in getting in-ear earphones but they can be really uncomfortable.

So, are there any that you would recommend? One between $200-$300.
Thank you.

 

sennheiser is a good choice, there are many choices noise cancelling headphones available. I dont think in-ear headphones has a noise cancelling feature.

 

noise cancelling is the same as noise isolation right?

 

Nope, noise cancellation involves the audio device to actively cancel the noise around you by emitting frequencies that cancel out noise around you. Isolation just isolates the sound and focuses it more to your ears. Noise cancellation is the better technology.

I would recommend Bose's QC2 Quiet Comfort Headphones. They are really nifty and emit great quality sound, and are in fact noise cancellation. You can get a pair for about $250.

 

M Audio IE 10.

My college music school has them, and using them with a MIDI keyboard, the sound quality was spot on. I couldn't take out any noise, and the noise cancellation was superb.

There is a world of difference between the IE10s and standard Apple earphones that come with the iPod.

They are very expensive though. They cash in at $130. If your on a lenient budget, the upper models might be even better

http://www.m-audio.com/products/en_us/IE10-main.html

 

I checked out some really cool headphones from underdog brand Creative.

Aurvana Live Headphones..
These headphones Bass response is best for Trance (since i am myself into trance & mixing)

the design is great, they are closed type - Circumaural.

But since the cushioning is leather... your ears might start getting warm after long usage.

 

Sony or BOSE earphones for hardstyle/hardtrance

The Sony MDR earphones i have at work have better bass and clarity compared to the HP earphones i normally use. You will definately notice the difference.

Im not sure about noise cancellation or isolation though. It doesnt leak noise like most earphones when you put the volume high, so not everyone around can hear what your listening too.

 

i'm looking for headphones actually, not earphones

 

Get a Pioneer or technics DJ headset then..

 

Sennheiser HD-201, HD-202, HD-497, & HD515.


These four are under your budget & are great.
HD515 is the best btw.

 

From an audiophile perspective, active noise cancellation will compromise ultimate sound quality. So, unless you really need it (ie, you will be listening inside a steel mill) don't get it.

Have you ruled out IEM's (aka ear canal phones)? They offer very good isolation. Yes, they can be hard to fit and some folks will never be happy with them but if you persevere a comfortable fit is possible. In this catagory consider the: Ultimate Ears Super fi 5 pro, Etymotic ER-4s, FutureSonics Atrio M5.

If IEM's are out for you; I suggest you check out the Senn. HD600 or HD650, I have both, I prefer the 600's you might prefer the 650's. The 600's are more neutral and balanced (ie flat frequency response). The 650's have an unnatural bump in the bass which you might like. I've never heard the Beyerdynamic DT 880, but I've read many good comments about them.

 

Yup, Noise Cancellation does compromise pure sound quality & hence professionals never use it.

HD600 is one of the best in 6 series.

 

does it isolate noise?

 

Its Open -type ..so it doesnt.

Why u bothered about noise?

 

Compared to the PX100's which I grab when I'm traveling fast and light the 600's do provide some isolation, but as nocturnal said they are 'open' and not billed as a sealed can.

The Beyerdynamic DT 880 is not sealed but the 770 is and again I haven't auditioned them but I have heard good things about them.

 

btw...at what level are u gonna use headphones? just listening to music on iPod or special use?

 

just listening to music on my laptop but i want them to sound really good.

 

Then go for in-ear fontopia ... they have Great quality, offer NOISE ISOLATION.

& very portable. I am using Sony in-ear currently.. they are close to Perfect

 

Do I really need a portable "amp" for HD600 and HD650?

I really want to get headphone just for my desktop.

 

same for me man..i am also looking for those perfect headphones.

 

Ch28Kid: You may not "need" and amp, it all depends on how loud you want to go. An amp will only give you more volume potential, it will not make your headphones sound better(or more accurately stated, it will not make your source sound better). If your source outputs garbage, an amp will give you loud garbage. So try them without an amp first, you can always get an amp later.

I have a Headroom Total BitHead. I rarely use it, I'm amazed how well my T43 drives my HD600. Of course, this is not my preferred listen rig (that's another story).

 

go to headfi forums for audiophile recommendations.

I think HD600 would require an amp as it is a high impedence headphone.

DT700 or Audio Technica AT900 are closed headphones. Beyers are known for their bass. There is a 32 ohm version which should easily driven by thinkpad.

 

I would get an amp for HD600, yeah. Also, better Sen headphones are open- meaning that they are not very good for OP, since OP wants some noise isolation. IMO Audio Technica ATH-A900 is good choice for OP. Denon also makes very good closed headphones as well, but noise isolations on Denon is worse than A900, AFIAK.

I strongly recommend to go to HeadFi, too.

 

Sigh Head-fi

Its because of head-fi I spent a lot of money on headphones...

I just got my Shure SE530 last week and I want to get something that sound the same for my desktop. I was looking at Senn HD650 for awhile because my friend said he can could get me one brand new for around $400.

I am now thinking if I should get HD650 or a desktop / portable amp for my Shure SE530 and use my Shure for desktop too.

Head-fi... I feel sorry for my wallet! :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(