Sadly, the deal was gone by the time I got to it. Trust me, it was all I could do not to punch a wall. <smile>
Now, it's between the Sonys and a set a friend swears by: the Grado SR80E. Both are similarly priced. The only hesitation I have with the Sonys (which another friend loves) is that reviews say they are studio monitors. That's great for, well, monitoring, but it makes them (according to the review) sound flat and not as good while gaming or just enjoying music. The guy I know who uses them, though, says they work great. Needless to say, I'm desperately wishing I could try all these in person, but that won't happen. Any thoughts? I'll have to pick one or the other today… Thanks for all the help so far. > On Nov 28, 2014, at 10:02 AM, Aser Tolentino <[email protected]> wrote: > > Most assuredly, yes! :) > > Respectfully, > Aser Tolentino, Esq. > > On Nov 28, 2014, at 04:20, Alex Hall <[email protected] > <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: > >>> 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/ >> <http://9to5toys.com/2014/11/28/amazon-goldbox-sennheiser-598-bose/><[email protected] >> <mailto:[email protected]>> 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 <[email protected] >>> <mailto:[email protected]>> 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 <[email protected] >>>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> 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 >>>>>> <[email protected] >>>>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> 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:[email protected] >>>>>>> <http://blindaccesstraining.com/> >>>>>>> Personal email: [email protected] >>>>>>> <mailto:[email protected]> >>>>>>>> On Nov 24, 2014, at 17:28, matthew dyer >>>>>>>> <[email protected] >>>>>>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> 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 <[email protected] >>>>>>>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> 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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