The headphones thread! [Sorry about your wallet]

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#2349135 6-Nov-2019 22:26

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Compared to the 6xx I find they get hot on my ears, they sound a little bit harsh in some of the mid range, they don’t sound as musical and relaxed and they are not as comfortable.
But, I like the bass and I love how dark they sound. Quiet bits are deathly silent, it’s a cool affect.

I haven’t listened to the 6xx since I got the 2c, that’s partly lack of time and partly worrying I will like the 6xx more and then regret getting the 2c lol.

Well that's rather disappointing! I tried the most recent LCD2 and thought they were "good" and I *love* the LCD3 but just don't want to spend that much money on cans so I thought maybe the LCDC2 would be my holy grail for an open-backed over-ear set to compliment my Final Audio Sonorous VI's. I am looking for a warmer, lusher sound.

The Mr Speakers Aeon Flow are also on my list - maybe they would be a better option? Also considering the various HiFi Man options, but I am so leery of their build quality and longevity...

So, I’ve had a chance to do some back to back comparisons between the 6xx and the 2c.
In summary, I’m now 100% in love with the 2c. I realised I should swivel the cups a little and the pressure on my jaw is completely removed, they are now very comfortable.
I love the sound compared to the 6xx, the bass and ‘moodiness’ is sooo nice. Not sure exactly how to describe it, but I’m addicted. I changed the driver tubes on my amp and I feel it’s become just a little more musical as well.
I’m a total fan now!

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#2349254 7-Nov-2019 09:33

I liked the Audeze products I've tried from a sound quality perspective, but comfort is a real concern and I see it's reflected in the latest reviews as well. I don't understand how, given the attention to detail regarding most things, they could have ignored all the feedback on comfort I have seen over the years, especially when you compare to almost every other brand.

In that price range, there are headphones that sound 99.9% as good, but are 30% more comfortable. You can't even buy alternative pads..

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#2350446 8-Nov-2019 20:03

I do my listening at night lying down on a bed, with pillows behind my back and supporting my head. This helps with the comfort of these, especially as they are on the heavy side.

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#2381605 27-Dec-2019 08:21

Hi. Does anyone have any opinions on the Bose Noise Cancelling 700 vs Sennheiser PXC-550-II?

If it helps I tend to like to hear a lot of detail in stringed instruments, faithfully reproduced piano notes, and warm vocals. Most reviews seem to suggest that the sound character of these two headphones is very similar, so I have a feeling that I may not notice the difference.

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#2381800 27-Dec-2019 15:42

alasta:

Hi. Does anyone have any opinions on the Bose Noise Cancelling 700 vs Sennheiser PXC-550-II?

If it helps I tend to like to hear a lot of detail in stringed instruments, faithfully reproduced piano notes, and warm vocals. Most reviews seem to suggest that the sound character of these two headphones is very similar, so I have a feeling that I may not notice the difference.

I don't know either headphone. But based on my experience with the Bose Quietcomfort I would say odds are you will get better sound quality from the Sennheiser.

I would recommend you go somewhere you can test both, and test it with music that you know well and want to sound good.

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#2400755 17-Jan-2020 13:58

So FYI Drop (formerly Massdrop,lol) don’t ship some Sennheiser stuff, in this case the hd6xx. Probably have something to do with the gst laws or sennheiser distribution reasons, other products can still be shipped here.

Sucks for my mate who wants one now considering I got one shipped sometime at the end of last year.

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#2400840 17-Jan-2020 16:01

alasta:

Hi. Does anyone have any opinions on the Bose Noise Cancelling 700 vs Sennheiser PXC-550-II?

If it helps I tend to like to hear a lot of detail in stringed instruments, faithfully reproduced piano notes, and warm vocals. Most reviews seem to suggest that the sound character of these two headphones is very similar, so I have a feeling that I may not notice the difference.

I have the Bose QC 35IIs and the Sony 1000-XM3. 2 weeks ago while in Singapore, tried the Bose 700, they don't seem to have an adjustable headband and were slightly big for my head. Unfortunately I couldn't test SQ as they wouldn't sit nicely on the ears - I promptly put them back!

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#2401191 18-Jan-2020 10:39

mentor:

alasta:

Hi. Does anyone have any opinions on the Bose Noise Cancelling 700 vs Sennheiser PXC-550-II?

If it helps I tend to like to hear a lot of detail in stringed instruments, faithfully reproduced piano notes, and warm vocals. Most reviews seem to suggest that the sound character of these two headphones is very similar, so I have a feeling that I may not notice the difference.

I have the Bose QC 35IIs and the Sony 1000-XM3. 2 weeks ago while in Singapore, tried the Bose 700, they don't seem to have an adjustable headband and were slightly big for my head. Unfortunately I couldn't test SQ as they wouldn't sit nicely on the ears - I promptly put them back!

I liked the look of the Bose 700 on announcement but have subsequently gone cool on them. Reviews have been mixed and I particularly don't like the requirement to have to download the Bose app to use them.

In Wellington CBD, I see an increasing number of people wearing the Sony XMs. A couple of years ago, Bose QC were the most common headphones I would see on the city streets - now I think Sony have overtaken them.

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#2401192 18-Jan-2020 10:47

The lack of a Bose shop in Wellington (or indeed around most of the world now!) is probably why you're seeing the Sony's around streets.

Interestingly enough on planes I'm now seeing a host of noise cancelling in-ears. Sony's definitely represented, but there's a LOT of different models being used.

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#2401219 18-Jan-2020 12:33

I ended up buying the Bose 700 and I am very happy with them. They were easy to set up, and performance is in line with what I expected. I wasn't aware that installing the Bose app was a requirement but I did it anyway and it seems to work fine.

Someone earlier asked about the headband adjustment; the ear cups slide along the headband which is slightly unusual but it's a perfectly usable design.

I managed to get them for $550 just after Christmas. I think that was a great deal, but it would be a bit of a stretch to recommend them at the usual RRP of $700.

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#2401223 18-Jan-2020 12:36

Dunnersfella:

The lack of a Bose shop in Wellington (or indeed around most of the world now!) is probably why you're seeing the Sony's around streets.

JB Hifi now have a very comprehensive range of Bose consumer products, so there isn't really any need for a specialist outlet any more.

Interestingly enough on planes I'm now seeing a host of noise cancelling in-ears. Sony's definitely represented, but there's a LOT of different models being used.

The Bose, Sennheiser and Sony offerings seem to all get very good reviews. I have other Bose gear and have had good support from Bose hence my decision to stick with them, but you probably couldn't go wrong with any of these offerings.

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#2403359 22-Jan-2020 09:15

dafman:

now I think Sony have overtaken them.

They've done the same with cameras, so are really doing well these last 5 years or so.

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#2411735 2-Feb-2020 22:25

I'd be keen to hear if anyone has or has tried the THX AAA-789 Headphone Amp. Some crazy reviews around for a $400 Amp. If you have it and would be interested in a swap with one of my Amp's to try for a few weeks, shout out. It's said to be very analytical, and I tend to favour warmer sounding stuff, but for $400 it looks pretty slick. It's also relatively transportable.

I also saw Linus talking about the THX Panda Wireless Headphones. He was raving about it, which is really his style so I take these things with a grain of salt, but I also heard someone else going on and on about them as well.

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#2411765 3-Feb-2020 07:46

I've tried some very good headphone amps with very good headphones, and compared them with no headphone amp and a cheap headphone amp. I couldn't hear any significant difference. Your listening environment and choice of headphones makes much more difference than the amp. Even with $1000 headphones I listen straight from my phone and find that ok - not perfect, but good enough.

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#2411900 3-Feb-2020 13:43

I think you've mentioned that before. A few times. Some headphones get more benefits from amplification but like everything, it quickly reaches the diminishing returns area. I don't think spending more than $500 nets you significant upgrades for example. However, it's pretty noticeable to me the HD650's and HD800S's with and without amplification. There are some songs there are subtle parts of the instruments playing that just aren't present. If you don't care about that, that's no worries, but I think some people do get a bit of a thrill from that sort of thing.

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