TTG_I_Mod_Shiza wrote Your budget - 50 - 130 (GBP)

Which genres you'll be listening to - Mostly Rap and Hip Hop

What kind you want - On-ear if possible

Whether you want open or closed headphones - Closed please

What you are listening from - iPod, phone, desktop computer

Sennheiser HD25, available on Amazon. There's also the V-moda crossfade LP, the Philips Citiscape Downtown

Budget: 0.00 To 100.00

Music preference: Dub step, Rap And Pop

What kind you want (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, no preference, etc.) Over-Ear

Open/Closed (Not for in-ear): Closed

What you are listening from: IPhone 4

Aura_Fusion wrote $50-125
Rap
Doesn't matter
Android/IPhone

V-Moda LP, Sony MDR-XB700, Creative Aurvana Live, Sony MDR-XB500, California Headphones Laredo, Philips Citiscape Downtown, AKG K181DJ, Philips Citiscape Metro, AKG K518, Shure SE215, Beyerdynamic DTX 101 IE, Nuforce NE-700X, Fischer Audio Eterna, Future Sonics Atrio X.

I've bolded what I think are your best options for each type.

Undo wrote Budget: 0.00 To 100.00

Music preference: Dub step, Rap And Pop

What kind you want (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, no preference, etc.) Over-Ear

Open/Closed (Not for in-ear): Closed

What you are listening from: IPhone 4

From most to least expensive:

V-Moda LP
Sony MDR-XB700
Creative Aurvana Live
Sony MDR-XB500
Panasonic HTF600
Monoprice 8323

Budget: $30-200

Music preference: Recreational (non-competitive) gaming: RPGs, FPS, RTS, Action (example: Witcher, Mass Effect, Borderlands, Diablo, Assassin's Creed)

Type: Over-ear or on-ear

Open/Closed (Not for in-ear): Open or Semi-open

Source(s): PC - SoundBlaster X-Fi ExtremeGamer sound card

Other preferences: Comfortable, preferably with non-leather pads.

Thanks!

r00t_b33r wrote

loserga wrote

loserga wrote Budget: $50-$80 CDN

Music preference: J-Pop, J-Rock (a vaguely defined genre, but I listen to mostly anime/game songs and BGMs tbh)

Type/form factor and portability: over/on-ear

Open/Closed (Not for in-ear): either

Source(s): Sony Walkman NWZ-E438F, LG G2X

I think I've already asked before, but I'll do it again just to test the waters. Not sure if I can justify such a purchase to my parents, but either way I intend to get the best bang for the buck.

Any suggestions? Bumping this post up.

I knew I missed something. I have no idea what sort of sound signature compliments those genres, but I don't think you can go wrong with the Koss DJ100. One of the few cans I've actually been able to use, it's nice and neutral, built well, versatile, and portable. The hinges are pretty cool, too. I'm completely unsure of availability or pricing in Canada, though, as always.

Are you using these 'phones with an amp? I've read around and there's a number of people claiming that these don't sound their best without one. Also, have you used other pads on these?

I've found one of these going for $67 CDN on amazon.ca (with a $15 gift card it'd be around $51). Are the DJ100s worth it at this price?

Budget: $200-$300

Music preference: hip hop, dubstep, Rock

Type / form factor and portability: over ear

Open/Closed (Not for in-ear): closed

Source(s): Computer and xbox 360 (FOR MUSIC ONLY NOT ABSOLUTE)
Also, they need to be wireless/bluetooth

IIREDNECKSII wrote Have you listened to the JBL tim mcgraw IEM's? I got a pair from wal mart and for $40 i think they sound amazing.

Bump, what are your opinion on these headphones?

IIREDNECKSII wrote

IIREDNECKSII wrote Have you listened to the JBL tim mcgraw IEM's? I got a pair from wal mart and for $40 i think they sound amazing.

Bump, what are your opinion on these headphones?

I know little about JBL as a company, but after hearing about what Harman (its parent company) did to AKG (another subsidiary), added to a headphone marketed in the low budget range, I would not expect much from these.

Also, found this on Wiki: "There are two independent divisions within the company JBL Consumer and JBL Professional. The former produces audio equipment for the home market while the latter produces professional equipment for the studio, installed sound, tour sound, portable sound (production and DJ), and cinema markets."

If JBL has a good reputation for their professional products, it may not carry over to its consumer products.

loserga wrote

r00t_b33r wrote

loserga wrote

loserga wrote Budget: $50-$80 CDN

Music preference: J-Pop, J-Rock (a vaguely defined genre, but I listen to mostly anime/game songs and BGMs tbh)

Type/form factor and portability: over/on-ear

Open/Closed (Not for in-ear): either

Source(s): Sony Walkman NWZ-E438F, LG G2X

I think I've already asked before, but I'll do it again just to test the waters. Not sure if I can justify such a purchase to my parents, but either way I intend to get the best bang for the buck.

Any suggestions? Bumping this post up.

I knew I missed something. I have no idea what sort of sound signature compliments those genres, but I don't think you can go wrong with the Koss DJ100. One of the few cans I've actually been able to use, it's nice and neutral, built well, versatile, and portable. The hinges are pretty cool, too. I'm completely unsure of availability or pricing in Canada, though, as always.

Are you using these 'phones with an amp? I've read around and there's a number of people claiming that these don't sound their best without one. Also, have you used other pads on these?

I've found one of these going for $67 CDN on amazon.ca (with a $15 gift card it'd be around $51). Are the DJ100s worth it at this price?

I found them awesome even unamped, but that's my uncultured opinion and I can't back it up. Never had the opportunity to use them with an amp, but I was really surprised by the quality. For that price, I really can't think of anything better. Every review I've seen was absolutely glowing and they were at a higher price. Never tried any other pads, they belong to my friend.