By Kuma Go To PostWhat genre of music do they excel at play well? If I remember correctly you these was dark sounding right?Yeah, they are relatively dark. Great for movies, good for anything with focus on low end. A little loose in that range, but that might just be because I've been listening to the Hemps for a few months and they are super tight there.
There is also a little resonance /reverb due to the headphone design, which could be good or bad depending on content and tastes.
I will keep them on my radar🤔 Right now I am the hunt for a nice sounding open back headphones. Focal Elex is my current option
By Kuma Go To PostI will keep them on my radar🤔 Right now I am the hunt for a nice sounding open back headphones. Focal Elex is my current optionGrado just came out with a new driver design for their Prestige line: the X. Not sure how it compares to their previous ones, but if it is like the Hemps or their GW100, it should be a more balanced sound instead of such mid-treble focused. And I have yet to hear a pair of headphones that are as responsive and tight as them (though my experience is admittedly limited compared to the regulars of this thread). I just know that after I listen to them for an extended period, every other headphone sounds muddy.
Also, Grado are as open-back as you can get, I think. lol Wearing them doesn't impact your ability to hear anything around you at all. I would definitely try out the Focal Elex and a pair (any pair) of Grado. And just return them if they don't speak to you.
The Nighthawk is only semi-open, so it doesn't give quite the same effect. You can still hear what's going on around you, but it is notably muted a little bit.
By Kibner Go To PostGrado just came out with a new driver design for their Prestige line: the X. Not sure how it compares to their previous ones, but if it is like the Hemps or their GW100, it should be a more balanced sound instead of such mid-treble focused. And I have yet to hear a pair of headphones that are as responsive and tight as them (though my experience is admittedly limited compared to the regulars of this thread). I just know that after I listen to them for an extended period, every other headphone sounds muddy.
Also, Grado are as open-back as you can get, I think. lol Wearing them doesn't impact your ability to hear anything around you at all. I would definitely try out the Focal Elex and a pair (any pair) of Grado. And just return them if they don't speak to you.
The Nighthawk is only semi-open, so it doesn't give quite the same effect. You can still hear what's going on around you, but it is notably muted a little bit.
I dont like the look of grados(the heaps are the exception). One of the biggest reasons why I the Nighthawks on my radar. Them headphones gorgeous to me lol
By Kuma Go To PostEnded up getting the Hifiman Sundara and new pads for my ElegiasYou have chosen wisely.
By Kuma Go To PostEnded up getting the Hifiman Sundara and new pads for my ElegiasGreat choice, from what I've heard about the Sundara. haha
Yeah once I’m back in the market for something new I will definitely check out the Sundara’s. Enjoy them!
Mounting the DAC and amp to the underside of my desk turned out to be a good decision.
Kinda want new headphones still though, just don’t know what to go for. Ideally something more suited to being a sound whoring little cunt in games.
I’ve had my eye on the Fostex T50RP MK3 for a while, not sure how suited they’d be for it.
Kinda want new headphones still though, just don’t know what to go for. Ideally something more suited to being a sound whoring little cunt in games.
I’ve had my eye on the Fostex T50RP MK3 for a while, not sure how suited they’d be for it.
By HonestVapes Go To PostMounting the DAC and amp to the underside of my desk turned out to be a good decision.
Kinda want new headphones still though, just don’t know what to go for. Ideally something more suited to being a sound whoring little cunt in games.
I’ve had my eye on the Fostex T50RP MK3 for a while, not sure how suited they’d be for it.
https://forum.hifiguides.com/t/update-in-progress-falenkors-competitive-headphone-write-up-now-with-added-hardware-explanations/13863
One of the audio forums I frequent. Maybe this guide will be helpful
By Laboured Go To PostReal audiophiles look away now.
That price for a sound bar though.
By Kuma Go To Posthttps://forum.hifiguides.com/t/update-in-progress-falenkors-competitive-headphone-write-up-now-with-added-hardware-explanations/13863
One of the audio forums I frequent. Maybe this guide will be helpful
Quite useful, yeah. I’m familiar with most of the headphones on the list from when I originally looked into buying a pair (went with the AKG K712).
The T50RP’s make the cut on that list, so I’ll probably go that route and get some different pads for them.
Got my Sundaras and new pads for Elegias. Now I need to clean up my set up, get a new cabo and maaaaaaaybe a new dac
I have officially dubbed my Nighthawks as my 'work' headphones and my Hemps as my 'weekend' headphones. It feels appropriate.
By Kuma Go To PostBlue yeti mics any good?For what purpose? They are fine if used in low-noise environments and don't require much setup by the user.
You can get better audio quality and much more flexibility for the same price or cheaper by getting separate audio interface, mic, and mic boom, though. But that requires both more space and more user expertise to get setup.
If you want to semi-professionally record music, you probably won't get noticeably better than the MXL 990 until you start hitting the $200-300 price point.
If you are just wanting to record your voice for general-use, then the Behringer Ultravoice XM8500 is super cheap and the only things noticeably better than it start at about $100 like the Shure SM58.
If you are just wanting to record your voice for general-use, then the Behringer Ultravoice XM8500 is super cheap and the only things noticeably better than it start at about $100 like the Shure SM58.
By Kibner Go To PostFor what purpose? They are fine if used in low-noise environments and don't require much setup by the user.
You can get better audio quality and much more flexibility for the same price or cheaper by getting separate audio interface, mic, and mic boom, though. But that requires both more space and more user expertise to get setup.
Just want to talk my shit online lol Going to make my 400se into my primary gaming headphones so I trying to see my options
By Kuma Go To PostJust want to talk my shit online lol Going to make my 400se into my primary gaming headphones so I trying to see my optionsImo, get that Ultravoice mic, a boom similar to this one by Neewer, and one of these two interfaces:
- Behringer UMC22
- Scarlett Solo
As a bonus, they can do zero-latency monitoring so you can hear yourself while you talk (which helps some people).
e: they also serve as decent little combo DAC/headphone amps that perform much better than their cost
Or, if you want something that doesn't take up as much room as a full mic, Blue Yeti or otherwise, consider a modmic: https://antlionaudio.com/collections/microphones
They attach to any of your existing headphones.
They attach to any of your existing headphones.
By Kuma Go To PostDo you know if the Behringer is compatible with consoles?
I would hazard a guess that it isn’t compatible with Xboxes, as they’re fussy as fuck with audio input/output over usb
Man... I just love the way listening to music on quality headphones and speakers can make me feel. Even if it isn't a song I particularly like. Low strings with crisp percussion especially do it for me.
"Bad Company" by Five Finger Death Punch is what inspired this post, haha.
"Bad Company" by Five Finger Death Punch is what inspired this post, haha.
Pianos and Kick drums does this for me lol Recently listened to The Last of Us main theme on my system. Mannnn that song rocks
By Kuma Go To PostPianos and Kick drums does this for me lol Recently listened to The Last of Us main theme on my system. Mannnn that song rocksI'm getting flashbacks of a man playing his banjo on stage for far too long.
Machinarium to this day is still my favorite game soundtrack to listen to. It's really well recorded and varied and has a ton of depth, texture, detail and deep gutteral bass. It's actually kind of eerie how much information there is in the recording.
By Anya Taylor-Sad Go To PostI'm getting flashbacks of a man playing his banjo on stage for far too long.
Machinarium to this day is still my favorite game soundtrack to listen to. It's really well recorded and varied and has a ton of depth, texture, detail and deep gutteral bass. It's actually kind of eerie how much information there is in the recording.
My system made me appreciate how well things are recorded.
Part of the fun and for some movies as well. Double edged sword though. A lot of my favorite albums got exposed when I moved my speakers 2 meters into the room. So, I moved them back a bit.
this look amazing. These are the Dan Clark Stealth flagship
If they was in the lower thousands I probably would of bought a pair lol. A headphone look is very important to me lol
On another note since we are discussing how the music we love is changed by equipment we use to listen with. This illustrates how recording it and the speakers musicians use matter so much, where switching out the speakers within the same component can change everything.
By reilo Go To PostWhat's the consensus on how long it takes for speakers to break-in?It's controversial. Some believe that it is a made up thing and there is no break in period. Others think like a month of 4-6 hours of music a day is needed. And lots in between.
I will say that if a speaker or headphone doesn't sound great to you off the bat, there is no amount of break in that will make you change your mind. If it sounds like it is changing, odds are it is just because you are used to how it sounds now.
Yeah, having a different headphone for work and for play was definitely the right decision for me. It works out very well, especially since I have the equipment to make it easy to switch between the two.
Speaking of equipment, I will probably be recommending people to get an equivalently priced audio interface as opposed to dedicated DACs and amps for their PCs if output power isn't a concern. They perform just as well for the vast majority of people and give more, better, and cheaper options for mics. They also have neat features like zero-latency monitoring and being able to control the monitor mix.
Speaking of equipment, I will probably be recommending people to get an equivalently priced audio interface as opposed to dedicated DACs and amps for their PCs if output power isn't a concern. They perform just as well for the vast majority of people and give more, better, and cheaper options for mics. They also have neat features like zero-latency monitoring and being able to control the monitor mix.
Definitely consign having separate headphones is the way to go. Think I have 5 pairs lol Two for travel/work, two to listen to and a gaming pair. Want to get a pair of woodcups as my last pair.
By Kuma Go To PostDefinitely consign having separate headphones is the way to go. Think I have 5 pairs lol Two for travel/work, two to listen to and a gaming pair. Want to get a pair of woodcups as my last pair.Heh, I technically have a third pair, but they are IEMs. I pack them with me when I have to do work outside the house.
Yeah different products serve different needs innit. I use my HD660S for a wel rounded listening experience around my PC setup. I use the P7W from B&W as my daily driver. A function it’s already serving a good 4 years now I think. Then I also have the Dali IO4 which I got from work. But it does serve a purpose as my go to for when I’m traveling. It’s more comfortable than the B&W pair so I can wear it for 4 hours on a plane much easier. And then there’s the Audeze Penrose for anything gaming related, really nice pair for that. And lastly some true wireless Jabra Elite Sports for hot summer days on the go. These are going to be replaced by something better soon, but they’ve served me for 5 years already. So for true wireless earbuds from the early days that’s really impressive imo.
If I can find something that can replace the B&W and Dali into one headphone I can probably downsize to three pairs of cans and a pair of true wireless buds. Which frees space to add a planar pair of headphones to compliment the HD660S.
If I can find something that can replace the B&W and Dali into one headphone I can probably downsize to three pairs of cans and a pair of true wireless buds. Which frees space to add a planar pair of headphones to compliment the HD660S.
By Kibner Go To PostHeh, I technically have a third pair, but they are IEMs. I pack them with me when I have to do work outside the house.
One of my Iems is a travel pair. I have the Moondrops Aria. Love them. Nice change of pace from my AKG361(Aria got more bass)
I want basically any of the Meze headphones. They are all so pretty and sound good (from what people tell me): https://mezeaudio.com/collections/all
I’ve been waiting on 3D audio via HDMI for a while since I’ve got my headphone amp connected to my TV. Finally tried it with my K712 headphones and well,
It’s not good. Very, very obviously compressed sound quality that’s not there with 3D audio turned off or while using 3D audio with a USB headset.
Disappointed to say the least as there’s a benefit to using it in some games that I’ve noticed with my G533 headset. The comfort and overall sound quality of the K712 headphones has been unmatched for me though.
It’s not good. Very, very obviously compressed sound quality that’s not there with 3D audio turned off or while using 3D audio with a USB headset.
Disappointed to say the least as there’s a benefit to using it in some games that I’ve noticed with my G533 headset. The comfort and overall sound quality of the K712 headphones has been unmatched for me though.
By Kuma Go To PostI always felt 3D audio was a gimmickNah. It's legit. PC games used to make heavy use of it in the late 90s and early aughts. Overwatch has a good implementation of it on PC, as do some other games that use Dolby Atmos for Headphones or the DTS:X Headphone equivalent.
