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Lucas Lehmer

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Hallo everbody,

I'm thinking of buying myself a new headphone by Christmas or so.
A headphone. Yes, not a headset, because a microphone is not necessary for me.

Because I frequently listen to classical music "quality of sound" is the major issue here! I don't want to comprimize on this aspect, despite the undoubtebly corresponding price tag.

Further specs:

1. Phones must be wireless (without loss of quality).
2. Phones must be closed at the back.
3. Phones must be circumaural.
4. Phones must fit comfortably during many hours.
5. Phones must contain a good noise reduction system.

Personnally I was thinking at a headphone system from Beyer Dynamic, Sennheiser, Philips, Sony or Pioneer, but what is now, according to you guys, the best system in the market?

Let's assume for now that there are no budget limitations.

Many thanks!
Lucas.
 
1. That's impossible
2. That will also restrict your quality
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5. These often prove to reduce sound quality also
 
I got Sennheiser PXC 250 and returned it. It sux. Instead got a Bose Triport for a little extra cash (Actaully, twice the price), but its worth it i guess. You pay for the comfort.

Dont go for wireless.... if so then get Logitech Bluetooth headphones...
 
I use the Bose Triports and they're pretty nice. Comfortable, somewhat compact, stylish, whats not to like! Although, I'm not known for my exceptional hearing... I 've never had a problem with them, and I've never heard a better set. If you use the mentality that Apple uses high quality components/hardware, go an Apple store and see that they have Bose Triports setup for trying out the IPods. Also, the cord has an extension included, and a soft bag for storing/traveling. My only qualm is that the cord comes from both sides, which can be annoying, but that means that the top part (the part that sits on your head) is very confortable and nice. I've seen way to many sets where they jam the cord into that top thing, and it looks dumb/feels terrible. 😀
 
You're asking the question in the wrong forum, man. Go over to head-fi.org and they'll be happy to assist you in spending $10K on amps, ICs, source, and headphones. When you ask highly technical questions here, some people will recommend Bose, the sh!ttiest headphones ever made that actually has a price tag.
 
Originally posted by: PurdueRy
1. That's impossible
2. That will also restrict your quality
..
..
5. These often prove to reduce sound quality also
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Yep.

As of right now, any wireless sound technology of just about any sort is just fluff and will seriously hamper the quality . Maybe there's a $10,000 set of wireless headphones out there worth using.
 
Originally posted by: DJCrunkMix
I got Sennheiser PXC 250 and returned it. It sux. Instead got a Bose Triport for a little extra cash (Actaully, twice the price), but its worth it i guess. You pay for the comfort.

Dont go for wireless.... if so then get Logitech Bluetooth headphones...
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They are ok. My only problem with em is 1. Over priced and 2. Cord is so damn thin. Feels like I am gonna rip em out sometime.

Although I hate most Sony products, I recently purchased a set of small headphones from them, Model MDR-710 and must say I love these headphones. They are not full size and they fold up in a weird way and look like they are flimsy BUT they are made of steel mostly, all fold up parts and joints are solid steel. They sound GREAT. The only way I can describe the sound is like this: If you love the Sennheiser PX-100 or Koss PortaPro for its super deep bass and mix them with the Sennheiser PX-200 (which is a closed can, so it lacks the bass of the PX-100) then you end up with these Sony MDR-710. Loud, has deep bass, mids are nice and the highs are not harsh. Perfect little headphones that sound great, built strong and doesnt need any ampage for portable players. And the L plug is great for me cuz I stopped being a POD person and use my 100gb Archos AV500 which has the headphone input on the top vertical part so using a straight plug makes it virtually impossible to put in a pocket. The L shape is much more ergonomic.

Geez, I sound like a freaking Sony advocate!

Sony Suxs! Sony Suxs! Sony Suxs! Sony Suxs! Sony Suxs! Sony Suxs!

Ok, I feel better now. But the MDR-710 is a nice set. 🙂
 
Originally posted by: jbubrisk
I use the Bose Triports and they're pretty nice. Comfortable, somewhat compact, stylish, whats not to like! Although, I'm not known for my exceptional hearing... I 've never had a problem with them, and I've never heard a better set. If you use the mentality that Apple uses high quality components/hardware, go an Apple store and see that they have Bose Triports setup for trying out the IPods. Also, the cord has an extension included, and a soft bag for storing/traveling. My only qualm is that the cord comes from both sides, which can be annoying, but that means that the top part (the part that sits on your head) is very confortable and nice. I've seen way to many sets where they jam the cord into that top thing, and it looks dumb/feels terrible. 😀
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You can also try them at Target...they always have a pair hooked up to an ipod for listening. Try em before you buy em 🙂
 
Originally posted by: Baked
. . . When you ask highly technical questions here, some people will recommend Bose, the sh!ttiest headphones ever made that actually has a price tag.
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And the farmer hauled another load away! 🙂
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