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Posted by Burak14 on Nov-24-2012 00:24:

Headphones for home use?

Been using iphone earbuds for years now, and i'm tired of them blowing up every 4-5 months. Since there is discounts going on, I finally decided to buy real headphones lol

Narrowed it down to these 2 but can't decide which one to go with. Any suggestions?

Sony MDR-V6 Monitor Series for $49.99

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR-V6-M...oductPromotions

or

Sony MDR-7506 for $99.00

http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MDR7506

Is it worth paying $50 more for 7 series? I know my mind is gonna be blown when I hear what an actual good pair of headphones can sound like but I wanna make sure if either one is a good choice.

Posted by Disturbed10890 on Nov-24-2012 00:44:

Some of the upper tier in ear headphones are also good. I just got a pair of klipsch s4. love the qulity. they keep outside noise blocked out, and sound very good.

Posted by ramsau on Nov-24-2012 00:56:

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Originally posted by Disturbed10890
Some of the upper tier in ear headphones are also good. I just got a pair of klipsch s4. love the qulity. they keep outside noise blocked out, and sound very good.

I've been using the Image S4's for 3-4 years and they finally broke last week. Bought new ones (older model - still the same sound quality, they didn't renew the 'engine' just upgraded the design) from eBay for $35. Can't really beat that deal for that kind of quality. I will recommend getting these even if you decide to buy on-ear headphones as well.

I've had Pioneer HDJ-1000's for a while, been pretty satisfied with them. I think you can get fairly good deals on them on eBay.

Posted by junkproject on Nov-24-2012 01:09:

Apple ear buds are junk. Any cheap 10 dollar ear buds beats it. I have 7506 and the sound is very good for the price.

Posted by Burak14 on Nov-24-2012 02:24:

looks like i'll go with the s4.. thanks a lot guys

did you guys have trouble with it falling out of your ears?

Posted by djnoonstar on Nov-24-2012 02:34:

quote:
Originally posted by Burak14
looks like i'll go with the s4.. thanks a lot guys

did you guys have trouble with it falling out of your ears?

Honestly for home use i think you should go with over-ears headphones, more comfy, better sound quality can even be used with movies and stuff. I say go with the Sony's, either one you can afford they are both good for the price

ps. prepare to have your mind blown for real..it happened to me a few years ago, never looked a ipod buds again

Posted by Disturbed10890 on Nov-24-2012 02:35:

quote:
Originally posted by Burak14
looks like i'll go with the s4.. thanks a lot guys

did you guys have trouble with it falling out of your ears?

Not at all. They come with 3 tips, depending on the size of your ear and which one you think is the most comfortable. They feel strange at first, different than earbuds, but you get use to them fast and will wonder why you never used them before.

Posted by ramsau on Nov-24-2012 02:39:

quote:
Originally posted by Burak14
looks like i'll go with the s4.. thanks a lot guys

did you guys have trouble with it falling out of your ears?

I think you won't be disappointed.

Those are the only headphones that will stay in my ears without falling, even at the gym and while running. You'll get 4 different size ear pieces with the earphones and they all go inside your ear canal so it might feel weird at first. Very comfortable tho, you'll get used to it.

Posted by Burak14 on Nov-24-2012 03:03:

sounds good... will give it a try.. it's $40 on amazon with full warranty.

quote:
Originally posted by Disturbed10890
Not at all. They come with 3 tips, depending on the size of your ear and which one you think is the most comfortable. They feel strange at first, different than earbuds, but you get use to them fast and will wonder why you never used them before.

quote:
Originally posted by ramsau
I think you won't be disappointed.

Those are the only headphones that will stay in my ears without falling, even at the gym and while running. You'll get 4 different size ear pieces with the earphones and they all go inside your ear canal so it might feel weird at first. Very comfortable tho, you'll get used to it.

i would love to go with the headphones as they are more comfortable but i think earbuds are the better choice for me since i listen to my ipad outside very often.. i would feel like a douchebag wearing one those huge headphones and walking on the street lol

i'll try the s4's now and can always buy the sony headphone for home use only.

quote:
Originally posted by djnoonstar
Honestly for home use i think you should go with over-ears headphones, more comfy, better sound quality can even be used with movies and stuff. I say go with the Sony's, either one you can afford they are both good for the price

ps. prepare to have your mind blown for real..it happened to me a few years ago, never looked a ipod buds again

Posted by AY STAR on Nov-24-2012 05:19:

i think these are more your style burak
http://wallpaperswide.com/tiesto_he...wallpapers.html

on the real i dunno why you didnt invest in a good pair of headphones a while ago. i threw out the ipod headphones the day i got them, such crappy sound.

for the gym i got these $20 pair of sony's that go behind your neck they are great for working out and dont get in your way.

for the beach i do wear ear bud ones since they dont cover my whole ears and i can still get a nice even tan on my ears

for home i either use behind the neck headphones or these
http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/sc/a9a18...dfd-2-400-0.jpg

ive had them for almost 10 years and they still work fine

Posted by ucforange on Nov-24-2012 17:01:

1. Sony MDR-V6
2. Sony MDR-V6
3. Sony MDR-V6

Did I mention the MDR-V6?

Seriously, it's 70 bucks (actually $50 on Amazon due to holiday sale) and it outperforms 200 dollar sets. Get them -- they are great headphones especially if you prefer a neutral response..the music sounds exactly like it's supposed to. If you want mroe bass, just adjust your EQ. And this is funny, but the 7506 is actually the same freaking headphone, same hardware, same everything. They are made at a different plant and it has a blue stripe on the side instead of a red one. Spend 30 bucks less.

And the sound quality and bass response from over-ear phones is far superior to the in-ear phones. A lot of people these days walk around with over-ear phones in...I don't think anyone gives a shit anymore. It just means you have an appreciation for good sounding music.

Posted by Sedna on Nov-24-2012 19:53:

MDR-V6. I produce with them and listen with them. Amazing cans.

Posted by Burak14 on Dec-02-2012 07:15:

i got the s4' monday and loving it so far.. thank you those that recommended it

just have to get used to these ear buds lol i'm using the large ones and it still feels like they are about to fall off even though they don't.

Posted by TurnItUp on Dec-03-2012 16:28:

i've been using the s4's for a while now and they are 100 times better when used with Comply Tx-100 foam tips. the foam tips provide better isolation and bass as well as a more secure fit. i got the medium size tips and they fit great. do yourself a favor and invest in these foam tips. you can thank me later.

Posted by goonielove on Dec-04-2012 03:30:

I used to have the Bose buds, loved them, put my own earpieces on them, lasted me two years. The next pair I bought were the Grado Lab igi's. So far they are fantastic, crisp sound with good balance.

I researched headphones for weeks trying to find the best pair for my money. From my research I came to the conclusion that anything with one driver then becomes based on comfortability and preference. For ex, some headphones are made to respond to bass better, and are better for exercising, etc. But overall, they are are very similar in the $100 price range.

It came down to the Grado Lab igi's, the s4's, and the Shure 215's. I decided to go with the Grados just cause it seemed like a good brand overall.

My next step is to get pair with multiple drivers in it....Shure's or Westone's or Audeo's......I heard once you try these you really can't use anything else...better be that way for $500+ lol

Posted by edubbz on Dec-04-2012 06:43:

After a very careful research for 2 weeks, it was between the JVC FDX80, Rock-it R-50, and Shure SE215.. I went with the 215's ltd. edition. So far, really dig them but itching to really put them to the test- I'm in the 'burn-in' process. After tom, I'll get a real feel for them but excited already as is. At first, I hated the over the ear & behind cord but after the first day got used to them and actually prefer it that way...they never fall out, which was always an issue with my last pair. The cord is detachable so that should make it easy in case I need to replace them.

Seriously, those 535's or Westone 3's must be something crazy worth all that $$$.

Posted by chawnd on Dec-04-2012 07:45:

I go through earbuds pretty fast. I had a pair of Bose earbuds, and they lasted just over a year, so the warranty was up. The Bose earbuds sounded fairly decent as far as depth, but the bass wasn't great, and they didn't cancel noise at all. I still haven't found a pair of earbuds that can last as long as a couple years. I won't spend very much money on earbuds any more. I'd like to invest in a good pair of over the ear headphones while I'm working or whatever on a computer. I sometimes where earbuds in bed because I am a light sleeper, and music drowns out background noise. I have had a pair of skull candy headphones I use for those occasions or just for packing around. The skull candy earbuds aren't the greatest, but surprisingly they've lasted longer than many other pairs I've owned.

Posted by ucforange on Dec-04-2012 09:33:

Gotta agree with the Klipschs in the earbud category. They are comparatively inexpensive and they offer great sound. Had a pair myself until the cord got caught on my chair and and my foot snagged the earbud