Thanks again, everyone, for your thoughts. I really wanted to go for the Senheissers, but that sale was gone by the time I tried to check out, as I said. I just found a sale on Senheisser HD 380 Pros, though, $99 instead of $199 on Amazon. I hadn't heard them mentioned, but I figured Senheisser is a good brand, and these had 4.4 out of 5 stars. They are also the ear cup design I wanted, and even have a replaceable cord. We'll see how they are once I start using them. > On Nov 28, 2014, at 11:09 AM, Ricardo Walker <[email protected]> wrote: > > Hi, > > If your looking for over the ear, and something you can just wear for a long > time in comfort, I recommend the Sennheiser Momentums. I’m using them right > now, and absolutely love them. The ear pads are extremely plush, and the band > is made of titanium. Very good build quality hear. And, the cable is > detachable. You also get a cable with a mic and playback control for Apple > devices. > > hth > > Ricardo Walker > [email protected] > Twitter:@apple2thecore > www.appletothecore.info > >> On Nov 28, 2014, at 10:07 AM, Alex Hall <[email protected]> wrote: >> >> 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]> 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/ >>>>> <[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]> 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]> 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]> 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 >>>>>>>>> 1-877-774-7670 ext. 3 >>>>>>>>> Work email:[email protected] >>>>>>>>> Personal email: [email protected] >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> On Nov 24, 2014, at 17:28, matthew dyer >>>>>>>>>> <[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]> 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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