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Headphones: Pioneer HDJ1000?

Hey guys,

I was thinking about getting the Sony MDR-V700's or the technics headphones but think that I am going to go for the Pioneer HDJ1000's instead because I can pick them up for around the same as the sony's and alittle more than the technics. Since none of the shops around here have them I was wondering if any of you guys had them and if so what do u think of them? I would like to try them out before I buy them but i don't think that's possible. So, what do you guys think about them? I hav ean average size head so I don't think they should cause me any discomfort.

What do you guys think about them?

Thanks for your time.

Seany G

hey mate,

A few of us have bought these HP latley and most of the comments are in the sticky Headfones thread.

yeah i have seen a few threads about headphones on this forum.

i have the hdj1000s and i love them. freakin' great headphones, and never have once been uncomfortable.

i have the 700s and i love them to death. When i was gonna buy them i tought about buying the pioneer ones, but the guy of the store told me that the sony were much better thatn the pioneers.

HA! don't listen to him. You know those sony's will break in a years time without fail?

I've got a set of HDJ's. Great sound. Quality's good, but you know... it just looks great. I paid that little extra for the looks, even if no one really sees me wearing them.
As for the MDR's, never used 'em they also look pretty ( ) but from what I hear the bass is somewhat distorted (loud). However you could get used to it if you wanted too, and I'm sure they're not bad. I see em alot at the booths, but I love mine and I'd say if you can get em for a good deal like I did, go for it. Nothing better IMO.

oh shit double post. I hate it when that happens.
Is anyone else's cable connection like this? You click on something but nothing happens, so u do it again and then once you refresh it shows up twice? Whatever its unrelated.

Hey Guys... I think i will get one of those too.... do u think they look BIG??

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Originally posted by ChavezHype oh shit double post. I hate it when that happens. Is anyone else's cable connection like this? You click on something but nothing happens, so u do it again and then once you refresh it shows up twice? Whatever its unrelated.

yeah dont click twice. and you can also edit/delete your double post.

anyways , i wanted to get these headphones also. i could get them brand new for 125$ , i hate the technics the ear pad is really small but i kinda like the 700s but i heard from like everyone this forum that they break in like 1 year, i dont think i have a $100 to just throw away like that, so i think hdj for me. i never heard anything bad about the hdj and armin uses them so

i went into my local store to have a look at these... they didnt have them in stock but i mentioned i currently had a pair of technics 1200 headphones and they said i would be crazy to go from the techs to the hdj1000's... not one but 4 people that worked in the store said this.. and they are all local club djs.

they said the sound quality and weight of these was a big downside, turning them up to a loud sound level (to match a club enviroment) would have them distort rather badly and after long use they get very uncomfortable..

i suggest you try find somewhere that has these and test them out first before u buy, im certainly glad i didnt buy these online like i was going to after reading all the positive reports on these forums!

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Originally posted by Lanithium i went into my local store to have a look at these... they didnt have them in stock but i mentioned i currently had a pair of technics 1200 headphones and they said i would be crazy to go from the techs to the hdj1000's... not one but 4 people that worked in the store said this.. and they are all local club djs. they said the sound quality and weight of these was a big downside, turning them up to a loud sound level (to match a club enviroment) would have them distort rather badly and after long use they get very uncomfortable.. i suggest you try find somewhere that has these and test them out first before u buy, im certainly glad i didnt buy these online like i was going to after reading all the positive reports on these forums!

and yet you yourself haven't tried them, ha??? You listened to some workers at store and only 4 of them told their opinion, so how is that different from fellow TAs' advices given here on the board??? other then you have tons of positive comments about HDJ 1000?
And those 4 store clerks must have been on crack if they think that techs 1200 will outperform HDJ1000 and especially to tell you that after awhile, the HDJ1000 will become uncomfortable, WHAT???? I would sure like to try what ever the fcuk they were smoking, must have been some good dank!

Mate, dance arena would have been able to get them in easy for abour $280. Seriously though you're weighing off opinions and you chose to go with the people who dont wear them????

The hdj's are sensational and shit on the technics.

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Originally posted by DJ Tranz and yet you yourself haven't tried them, ha??? You listened to some workers at store and only 4 of them told their opinion, so how is that different from fellow TAs' advices given here on the board??? other then you have tons of positive comments about HDJ 1000? And those 4 store clerks must have been on crack if they think that techs 1200 will outperform HDJ1000 and especially to tell you that after awhile, the HDJ1000 will become uncomfortable, WHAT???? I would sure like to try what ever the fcuk they were smoking, must have been some good dank!

forgot to mention i did actually try them on at a later date.. which was why i was glad i didnt buy them online

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Originally posted by Lanithium forgot to mention i did actually try them on at a later date.. which was why i was glad i didnt buy them online

You're the first person to imply that HDJ1000 aren't comfortable and you're one of very few ppls that didn't like them.

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Originally posted by DJ Tranz You're the first person to imply that HDJ1000 aren't comfortable and you're one of very few ppls that didn't like them.

everyones different my techs are much more comfortable...

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Originally posted by Lanithium everyones different my techs are much more comfortable...

Don't get me wrong, I was just very surprised. Myself working in ProAudio field, the first thing I hear is how the HDJ1000 are the most comfortable headphones, second thing I hear is how much lighter the HDJ1000 are then other headphones, and third thing I hear is how much louder yet crystal clear and sharp sounding the HDJ1000 are.

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Originally posted by zan i have the 700s and i love them to death. When i was gonna buy them i tought about buying the pioneer ones, but the guy of the store told me that the sony were much better thatn the pioneers.

Bah. Those Sonys, been there, done that. The sound quality is shyte from that 'phone, especially for the $100 to $150 USD price that you'd be paying for it. And someone mentioned that it'll break even with very light use. On top of that, I'll say that it's heavy, uncomfortable and unbalanced (as in the V700 won't stay on my head, as it'll fall off if I tilted my head up or down even slightly).

I truely haven't heard the Pioneers - but I don't want to listen to any DJ headphones anytime soon either, because I don't DJ, but rather listen to music seriously for long lengths of time.

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Originally posted by ShadySlim Bah. Those Sonys, been there, done that. The sound quality is shyte from that 'phone, especially for the $100 to $150 USD price that you'd be paying for it. And someone mentioned that it'll break even with very light use. On top of that, I'll say that it's heavy, uncomfortable and unbalanced (as in the V700 won't stay on my head, as it'll fall off if I tilted my head up or down even slightly). I truely haven't heard the Pioneers - but I don't want to listen to any DJ headphones anytime soon either, because I don't DJ, but rather listen to music seriously for long lengths of time.

May I suggest these:
Senheiser HD 600 Dynamic Professional Headphones



The HD 600 Avantgarde are the top of the line audiophile-quality, open dynamic hi-fi/ professional stereo headphones. The advanced diaphragm design eliminates standing waves for warm, natural sound. The HD 600 can be connected directly to hi-fi systems of the highest quality, in particular DAT, DVD, MD and CD players. These headphones are an ideal choice for the professional recording engineer recording classical music.
Features�Benefits:
Sophisticated design, elegantly finished in black and grey
High-quality, open metal mesh earpiece covers for an extremely transparent sound
Computer-optimized magnet systems minimize harmonic and intermodulation distortion
Extremely lightweight aluminum voice coils ensure excellent transient response
Neodymium ferrous magnet systems for optimum sensitivity and a wide dynamic range
Exceptionally natural, spatial and accurate sound
Detachable OFC copper cable, Kevlar-reinforced, with very low handling noise.
Technical Data:
Frequency response 12�39,000 Hz
Transducer principle dynamic, open
Frequency characteristic diffuse field equalized
Nominal impedance 300 W
Characteristic SPL at 1 kHz 97 dB
Load rating 200 mW
THD 0.1 %
Ear coupling circumaural

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Originally posted by DJ Tranz May I suggest these: Senheiser HD 600 Dynamic Professional Headphones The HD 600 Avantgarde are the top of the line audiophile-quality, open dynamic hi-fi/ professional stereo headphones. The advanced diaphragm design eliminates standing waves for warm, natural sound. The HD 600 can be connected directly to hi-fi systems of the highest quality, in particular DAT, DVD, MD and CD players. These headphones are an ideal choice for the professional recording engineer recording classical music. Features�Benefits: Sophisticated design, elegantly finished in black and grey High-quality, open metal mesh earpiece covers for an extremely transparent sound Computer-optimized magnet systems minimize harmonic and intermodulation distortion Extremely lightweight aluminum voice coils ensure excellent transient response Neodymium ferrous magnet systems for optimum sensitivity and a wide dynamic range Exceptionally natural, spatial and accurate sound Detachable OFC copper cable, Kevlar-reinforced, with very low handling noise. Technical Data: Frequency response 12�39,000 Hz Transducer principle dynamic, open Frequency characteristic diffuse field equalized Nominal impedance 300 W Characteristic SPL at 1 kHz 97 dB Load rating 200 mW THD 0.1 % Ear coupling circumaural

Hehe, I already own a pair of those. Those are the 'phones that make me want to upgrade my amps and perhaps my sources and cables in order for them to sound their very best. And an even bigger strain on my 'wallet'.

i've used both the tech headphones and i own the hdj1000s, and i can honestly say WTF!!! where those people at the store telling you!
the technics are good, but the pioneers are waaay better, and so much more comfortable!

i spend hours and hours a day spinning, many times up to 6 hours, and not once have i felt the slightest discomfort of the phones. they're not heavy at all, and they're like heaven to wear...
plus the sound is great. with other headphones i have noticed that you have to turn your headphone volume up way more than you do with the pioneers.

seriously, listen to what the people on this thread are telling you, they know what they're talking about!

have fun with your new headphones....

Thanks for the advice guys.

What's a good price to pay for the hdj1000s ??


*Waits for Dj Tranz's sales pitch*

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Originally posted by DaveSaenz Thanks for the advice guys. What's a good price to pay for the hdj1000s ?? *Waits for Dj Tranz's sales pitch*

LMAO!!! Got plenty left in stock,

Most places are selling them for $149.99 US. I havent seen any better prices for them. and it doesnt look like the price will drop too!

well..after 6 months of loving my pioneer hdj 1000 headphones, they died on me. I was broadcasting live today and one of the headphones died, leaving only one working. I check to see wtf happend and the lil plastic piece that holds the ear cup, the wire in it, snapped in half, and was being held by the lil strands int he wire. Im really pissed and i dont know if i should send em in and wait 3 monthjs or so for pioneer to fix em or just buy a new pair. I can't believe 160 dollar headphones just break out of the blue like that.

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Originally posted by red eyed phil Most places are selling them for $149.99 US. I havent seen any better prices for them. and it doesnt look like the price will drop too!

www.audiocubes.com has them for $125.........

bad thing is........you can't return them

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