So I normally really like earbuds but the ones I have are so uncomfortable that they have begun to draw blood so I'm looking for a change of pace.
I'd like to get some over-the-ear headphones. I'm not much of an audiophile so I don't know what to look for. I realize this market gets very expensive very quick, but I would like to try to get away with spending around $100. I'd also like to have the headphones block out as much external noise as possible, as my roommates are loud as fuck.
So I normally really like earbuds but the ones I have are so uncomfortable that they have begun to draw blood so I'm looking for a change of pace.
I'd like to get some over-the-ear headphones. I'm not much of an audiophile so I don't know what to look for. I realize this market gets very expensive very quick, but I would like to try to get away with spending around $100. I'd also like to have the headphones block out as much external noise as possible, as my roommates are loud as fuck.
yo are you real sad
(sorry couldn't resist)
yo are you real sad
(sorry couldn't resist)
http://en-us.sennheiser.com/stereo-headset-volume-call-control-mm-70s
That's around $100, I recommend anything from Sennheiser, they are a bit pricey though.
http://en-us.sennheiser.com/stereo-headset-volume-call-control-mm-70s
That's around $100, I recommend anything from Sennheiser, they are a bit pricey though.
PurpleShirthttp://en-us.sennheiser.com/stereo-headset-volume-call-control-mm-70s
That's around $100, I recommend anything from Sennheiser, they are a bit pricey though.
he's looking for headphones, not earbuds
[quote=PurpleShirt]http://en-us.sennheiser.com/stereo-headset-volume-call-control-mm-70s
That's around $100, I recommend anything from Sennheiser, they are a bit pricey though.[/quote]
he's looking for headphones, not earbuds
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD700-Open-air-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B000CMS0XU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366077383&sr=8-1&keywords=ad+700&tag=teamfortresst-20
lanskyPurpleShirthttp://en-us.sennheiser.com/stereo-headset-volume-call-control-mm-70s
That's around $100, I recommend anything from Sennheiser, they are a bit pricey though.
he's looking for headphones, not earbuds
Woops, read that wrong. Sorry :s
[quote=lansky][quote=PurpleShirt]http://en-us.sennheiser.com/stereo-headset-volume-call-control-mm-70s
That's around $100, I recommend anything from Sennheiser, they are a bit pricey though.[/quote]
he's looking for headphones, not earbuds[/quote]
Woops, read that wrong. Sorry :s
sherman_gluckhttp://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD700-Open-air-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B000CMS0XU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366077383&sr=8-1&keywords=ad+700
Lange I'd also like to have the headphones block out as much external noise as possible, as my roommates are loud as fuck.
AD700s are great, but they don't block any noise at all. They are anti-noise cancelling.
[quote=sherman_gluck]http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD700-Open-air-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B000CMS0XU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366077383&sr=8-1&keywords=ad+700&tag=teamfortresst-20[/quote]
[quote=Lange] I'd also like to have the headphones block out as much external noise as possible, as my roommates are loud as fuck.[/quote]
AD700s are great, but they don't block any noise at all. They are anti-noise cancelling.
Might want to get the ear checked if it's bleeding...
Might want to get the ear checked if it's bleeding...
ATH-AD(insert number here, varies with price)
ATH-AD(insert number here, varies with price)
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B000ULAP4U%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJ7VMODKUTIUWFY2Q%26tag%3Dheadfiorg-pro-mct-lo-t-d-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000ULAP4U?tag=teamfortresst-20 maybe?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZXKVJE/ref=oh_details_o03_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I've had this one for a while, not too expensive but still great. Blocks out noise pretty effectively.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZXKVJE/ref=oh_details_o03_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1&tag=teamfortresst-20
I've had this one for a while, not too expensive but still great. Blocks out noise pretty effectively.
http://www.amazon.com/Creative-EF0060-Aurvana-Live-Headphones/dp/B000ZJZ7OA/ref=rec_dp_1
Please see http://www.head-fi.org/t/534479/
ATH-M50s are a decent alternative, bit more bass and less of a spacious soundstage compared to the CAL!s. M50s are less portable than the CAL!s in that they are considerably larger.
http://www.amazon.com/Creative-EF0060-Aurvana-Live-Headphones/dp/B000ZJZ7OA/ref=rec_dp_1?tag=teamfortresst-20
Please see http://www.head-fi.org/t/534479/
ATH-M50s are a decent alternative, bit more bass and less of a spacious soundstage compared to the CAL!s. M50s are less portable than the CAL!s in that they are considerably larger.
I've had my AD700s for a while now (4 or 5 years) and they still sound great but they are open-air and not particularly good at blocking noise. I've knocked them off my desk/rolled over the cord with my chair more times than I can count and they keep on trucking.
The ATH-M50S are right around your price range ($106 on amazon right now) and should block out noise better.
I've had my AD700s for a while now (4 or 5 years) and they still sound great but they are open-air and not particularly good at blocking noise. I've knocked them off my desk/rolled over the cord with my chair more times than I can count and they keep on trucking.
The ATH-M50S are right around your price range ($106 on amazon right now) and should block out noise better.
[quote=Limbo]http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B000ULAP4U%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJ7VMODKUTIUWFY2Q%26tag%3Dheadfiorg-pro-mct-lo-t-d-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000ULAP4U?tag=teamfortresst-20 maybe?[/quote]
I can confirm they are very noise cancelling. The only things I can hear with these are my dogs barking and the house alarm (this is without any audio playing). The sound quality is very nice as well.
[quote=Limbo]http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B000ULAP4U%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJ7VMODKUTIUWFY2Q%26tag%3Dheadfiorg-pro-mct-lo-t-d-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000ULAP4U?tag=teamfortresst-20 maybe?[/quote]
wow
they used to be $150
fuck
Don't worry, luckily Audio Technica's have a closed version of the AD700's, which are the 700X's:
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-A700-Technica-ATH-A700X-Headphones/dp/B000E9VKUQ/ref=sr_1_32?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1366078600&sr=1-32
I have other Audio Technica products, and generally Audio Technicas have great headphones (Im currently using ATH-ESW9's which are really awesome!).
Don't worry, luckily Audio Technica's have a closed version of the AD700's, which are the 700X's:
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-A700-Technica-ATH-A700X-Headphones/dp/B000E9VKUQ/ref=sr_1_32?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1366078600&sr=1-32&tag=teamfortresst-20
I have other Audio Technica products, and generally Audio Technicas have great headphones (Im currently using ATH-ESW9's which are really awesome!).
seconding the ATH-M50s, excellent sound quality and filters out background sound.
seconding the ATH-M50s, excellent sound quality and filters out background sound.
sherman_gluckhttp://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD700-Open-air-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B000CMS0XU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366077383&sr=8-1&keywords=ad+700
I don't want to derail this thread, but I just got those about 2 months ago and they seem really quiet. Any idea why? They are so quiet that I am thinking about selling them. If they are just me then fine, if not, I wouldn't buy them again.
[quote=sherman_gluck]http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD700-Open-air-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B000CMS0XU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366077383&sr=8-1&keywords=ad+700&tag=teamfortresst-20[/quote]
I don't want to derail this thread, but I just got those about 2 months ago and they seem really quiet. Any idea why? They are so quiet that I am thinking about selling them. If they are just me then fine, if not, I wouldn't buy them again.
atmohttp://www.amazon.com/Creative-EF0060-Aurvana-Live-Headphones/dp/B000ZJZ7OA/ref=rec_dp_1
Please see http://www.head-fi.org/t/534479/
ATH-M50s are a decent alternative, bit more bass and less of a spacious soundstage compared to the CAL!s. M50s are less portable than the CAL!s in that they are considerably larger.
I'd recommend the CAL as well.
M50s are overrated.
[quote=atmo]http://www.amazon.com/Creative-EF0060-Aurvana-Live-Headphones/dp/B000ZJZ7OA/ref=rec_dp_1?tag=teamfortresst-20
Please see http://www.head-fi.org/t/534479/
ATH-M50s are a decent alternative, bit more bass and less of a spacious soundstage compared to the CAL!s. M50s are less portable than the CAL!s in that they are considerably larger.[/quote]
I'd recommend the CAL as well.
M50s are overrated.
akg k240's are still my favorite headphones in the 100 dollar range
akg k240's are still my favorite headphones in the 100 dollar range
http://www.corsair.com/en/gaming-peripherals/gaming-headsets/vengeance-1300-analog-gaming-headset.html
or
http://www.corsair.com/en/gaming-peripherals/gaming-headsets/vengeance-1500-dolby-7-1-usb-gaming-headset.html
i use the 1300s and they are amazing
http://www.amazon.com/KRK-KNS6400-Studio-Headphones/dp/B004ARSMXQ
They block out a decent amount of sound and are nicely in budget. Not as much bass as some, but very accurate.
http://www.amazon.com/KRK-KNS6400-Studio-Headphones/dp/B004ARSMXQ?tag=teamfortresst-20
They block out a decent amount of sound and are nicely in budget. Not as much bass as some, but very accurate.
Thanks for all the suggestions.
Thanks for all the suggestions.
http://www.amazon.com/AKG-K702-Headphones/dp/B001RCD2DW
I use AKG's k702. These are really good headphones, but need an amp to really shine. I know they are more than your budget, but if you get these you'd be set forever.
http://www.amazon.com/AKG-K702-Headphones/dp/B001RCD2DW?tag=teamfortresst-20
I use AKG's k702. These are really good headphones, but need an amp to really shine. I know they are more than your budget, but if you get these you'd be set forever.
panzerxiiihttp://www.amazon.com/AKG-K702-Headphones/dp/B001RCD2DW
I use AKG's k702. These are really good headphones, but need an amp to really shine. I know they are more than your budget, but if you get these you'd be set forever.
Those are open back so unsuitable for his application. Also the Q701s are better for gaming afaik.
[quote=panzerxiii]http://www.amazon.com/AKG-K702-Headphones/dp/B001RCD2DW?tag=teamfortresst-20
I use AKG's k702. These are really good headphones, but need an amp to really shine. I know they are more than your budget, but if you get these you'd be set forever.[/quote]
Those are open back so unsuitable for his application. Also the Q701s are better for gaming afaik.
[quote=Limbo]http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B000ULAP4U%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJ7VMODKUTIUWFY2Q%26tag%3Dheadfiorg-pro-mct-lo-t-d-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB000ULAP4U?tag=teamfortresst-20 maybe?[/quote]
these, quite noise cancelling and probably the best headphones you can get in the ~$100 range.
http://www.amazon.com/Razer-Electra-Essential-Headset-RZ04-00700200-R3U1/dp/B007R57KJA/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1366082204&sr=1-2&keywords=headphones+razer&tag=teamfortresst-20
Just got these and I must say they are everything I wanted! There actually is no mic (it only works with iphones wtf) but the sound from the headset is really good.
hanbroloyo are you real sad
(sorry couldn't resist)
btw don't -frag this post. he's referencing a thing I say, not trying to be a dick.
[quote=hanbrolo]yo are you real sad
(sorry couldn't resist)[/quote]
btw don't -frag this post. he's referencing a thing I say, not trying to be a dick.