> Okay guys, here we go. The Sony MDRV6 with CCAW voice coil is currently $50. > However, a pair of Senheisser 598s is currently just $100, and those puppies > are apparently far more expensive normally. Again considering accurate sound > reproduction, wearing them for long stretches, and overall quality, is the > extra $50 worth it for the Senheissers? I'm leaning toward yes, but I'm not > sure. Here's the link: http://9to5toys.com/2014/11/28/amazon-goldbox-sennheiser-598-bose/ > <agtolent...@gmail.com> wrote: > > If long-term comfort is a priority, Sennheiser's higher end headphones are > the way to go, their ear cushions are ridiculously soft. The MDRV6 has > replaceable ear pads, but I'm not sure about the cord. I'd say the Sonys > would be a good bet at that budget and for the application. > > > On Nov 25, 2014, at 09:14, Faisal ali <faisal.a...@icloud.com > <mailto:faisal.a...@icloud.com>> wrote: > >> I recommend Boes. Again, they’re expensive but I really believe it is worth >> the price and you’re getting what you pay for. the QC 25 are excellent and >> they even make bluetooth iPhone style earbuds as well. >>> On Nov 25, 2014, at 8:36 AM, Alex Hall <mehg...@icloud.com >>> <mailto:mehg...@icloud.com>> wrote: >>> >>> Great point, I hadn't considered that. So it looks like Sony and Sennheiser >>> are the favorites. I'm avoiding Beats, because they're just over-priced, >>> but are there any other brands/models people like? I'm headed to Best Buy >>> today to have a look at any demo units they have available so I can hear >>> and feel some of these headphones. Thanks again for all the suggestions. >>>> On Nov 25, 2014, at 11:13 AM, 'Chris Blouch' via MacVisionaries >>>> <macvisionaries@googlegroups.com <mailto:macvisionaries@googlegroups.com>> >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>> Another thing to consider is longer-term investment. About 15 years ago I >>>> bought some nice high-end Sennheiser studio headphones after years of >>>> going through cheapie sets. They sound great and are super comfortable >>>> with a hard outer shell which blocks a lot of noise. I guess you could >>>> find that in any manufacturer's headsets but what pro ones have is >>>> replaceable parts. About four years ago the pads which go around my ears >>>> were starting to come apart and I was able to just order a replacement set >>>> making them like new again. Likewise about a year ago the cord finally >>>> started making intermittent connections after so many years of be pulled >>>> and folded. Ordered another cord and was able to replace it (each ear has >>>> a small plug). So I probably paid about $200 or so back then but I really >>>> have no plas of ever buying another set of headphones as long as >>>> Sennheiser keeps making parts available. >>>> >>>> CB >>>> >>>> On 11/24/14, 5:30 PM, Matt Dierckens wrote: >>>>> Hi Alex, >>>>> It all depends on your price range. I'm a huge fan of Senheizer >>>>> headphones, Sony's are nice too. >>>>> Of course, if you really want to get expensive, Bose headphones, or even >>>>> Beats by Dre. >>>>> >>>>> Matt Dierckens >>>>> Macintosh Trainer >>>>> Blind Access Training >>>>> www.blindaccesstraining.com <http://www.blindaccesstraining.com/> >>>>> 1-877-774-7670 ext. 3 >>>>> Work email:matt...@blindaccesstraining.com >>>>> <http://blindaccesstraining.com/> >>>>> Personal email: matt.dierck...@gmail.com <mailto:matt.dierck...@gmail.com> >>>>>> On Nov 24, 2014, at 17:28, matthew dyer >>>>>> <ilovecountrymusic...@outlook.com >>>>>> <mailto:ilovecountrymusic...@outlook.com>> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hi Alex. >>>>>> >>>>>> Hope you find something good. If you do please share as ,like you I am >>>>>> looking as well. >>>>>> >>>>>> Matthew >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>>> On Nov 24, 2014, at 5:14 PM, Alex Hall <mehg...@icloud.com >>>>>>> <mailto:mehg...@icloud.com>> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Hi all, >>>>>>> I'm looking to replace my current headphones. They were $10 or $20 from >>>>>>> Radio Shack, but have been working great for at least eight years. They >>>>>>> still work perfectly, in fact, but the cushions on the speakers are >>>>>>> gone and those around the cups are falling apart. Needless to say, they >>>>>>> are pretty uncomfortable to wear for more than an hour or so. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I'd use them for music, audio editing, and audio gaming, so I want >>>>>>> something comfortable for hours on end and of good sound and build >>>>>>> quality. Here are the things I'm looking for: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> * under $100, if possible >>>>>>> * high quality build, good sound >>>>>>> * comfortable for extended use >>>>>>> * wired connection, preferably 3.5mm >>>>>>> * Only one plug - no use having a microphone plug since my Macbook only >>>>>>> has one audio jack >>>>>>> * noise-muffling, though true noise cancelation is not necessary >>>>>>> (basically, I don't care about hearing >>>>>>> sounds around me with these) >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I think that'll do it. As I said, I'm not waring these while out for a >>>>>>> walk or carting them around, so they can be big and block ambient >>>>>>> noises. My Aftershokz are great for use with my iPhone, but for real >>>>>>> audio on the Mac, I want something good that I can wear for a long >>>>>>> time. 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