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Dr. Z · 05-02-2009, 22:35

Grados are a love/hate thing. Very unique sound (which I personally don't like) and they on-ear rather than over-ear making them uncomfortable over long periods. They are also open-back, meaning everyone else gets just as much music as you do.

I'd look at the Beyerdynamic DT range if you're after bang-for-buck. Sennheiser are great but can be expensive. I have a pair of very cheap AKGs on loan at the moment and they are fantastic for casual listening although they lack mid-range detail and are a little "muddy" but definitely not fatigueing like the Grados would be (for me).

Mark · 05-02-2009, 22:46

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Originally Posted by DRZ

Grados are a love/hate thing. Very unique sound (which I personally don't like) and they on-ear rather than over-ear making them uncomfortable over long periods. They are also open-back, meaning everyone else gets just as much music as you do.

I'm not audiophile enough to tell the difference between two pairs of headphones unless it's an in-your-face difference. That'll be why I'm happy with Bose headphones when the majority of audiophiles would barf at the mere suggestion. However, in this case, I had the same 'hate' reaction - the on-the-ear foam pads irritated the heck out of me. I sold my SR-60s.

Mondo · 05-02-2009, 22:51

I am a Sennhesier man, HD580 is just awesome, had it 8 years now and can't believe they still work !

Muban · 06-02-2009, 18:12

My work ones are Sennhesiers, though I can't for the life of me remember which ones so not much help there. My home ones are Technics RP-F290s, no idea how they are rated by audiophiles but They sound as good as they did when I first bought them and they are soooo comfortable. Nice over the ear headphones that I can wear for hours and hours and they are still comfy. This of course will be of no help to you at all lol

I only hope whatever headphones you eventually get they make you as happy as this:

I have no clue where I got this picture from but I do remember it made me smile

Fayshun · 06-02-2009, 18:18

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Originally Posted by Muban

Quoted for amusement value.

05-02-2009, 22:35	#31
Dr. Z I'm going for a scuttle... Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,021	Grados are a love/hate thing. Very unique sound (which I personally don't like) and they on-ear rather than over-ear making them uncomfortable over long periods. They are also open-back, meaning everyone else gets just as much music as you do. I'd look at the Beyerdynamic DT range if you're after bang-for-buck. Sennheiser are great but can be expensive. I have a pair of very cheap AKGs on loan at the moment and they are fantastic for casual listening although they lack mid-range detail and are a little "muddy" but definitely not fatigueing like the Grados would be (for me). __________________

05-02-2009, 22:51	#33
Mondo Absinthe Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,174	I am a Sennhesier man, HD580 is just awesome, had it 8 years now and can't believe they still work ! __________________ My Website / MSN / Email / Flickr / Blog

06-02-2009, 18:12	#34
Muban Shoes, Boobs & Corsets Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: The fastest town in Scotland Posts: 1,882	My work ones are Sennhesiers, though I can't for the life of me remember which ones so not much help there. My home ones are Technics RP-F290s, no idea how they are rated by audiophiles but They sound as good as they did when I first bought them and they are soooo comfortable. Nice over the ear headphones that I can wear for hours and hours and they are still comfy. This of course will be of no help to you at all lol I only hope whatever headphones you eventually get they make you as happy as this: I have no clue where I got this picture from but I do remember it made me smile __________________ well, not to put a too fine point to it, he was discovered.. in the lounge