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Old 06-11-2008, 03:53 PM   #1
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Best headphones to get for listening to DMB?

In the market for a new set of headphones, looking for a pair that are roughly $100 or less. Just wondering if anyone had a suggestion on the best brand/pair for listening to DMB?

I've read that Grado's are best for hearing Dave's acoustic while Sennheiser's are best for capturing the full sound of the band.

Anyone have any input to add?
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    Skull Candy is good, but now only one side works.....

    Headphones suck...
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    Old 06-11-2008, 03:56 PM   #3
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    iPod Earbuds are amazing.

    You know, the little white ones that come with the iPod? Those are easily the best headsets ever produced.
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    iPod Earbuds are amazing.

    You know, the little white ones that come with the iPod? Those are easily the best headsets ever produced.
    I got a black ipod and got white headphones.. i felt kind of dumb not having it match. but the white headphones means that I have an ipod, so thats okay.
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    Old 06-11-2008, 03:59 PM   #5
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    Gladstone will tell ya the right answer.
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:02 PM   #6
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    Gladstone will tell ya the right answer.
    Yea, I remember reading earlier on the boards about his absolutely insane/sick listening setup....unfortunately also very pricy too....

    Also more details: I'm looking for full-size headphones (closed or open) and I don't want to have to use an amp with them.
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:02 PM   #7
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    To listen to DMB, you need another set of headphones? Do you have headphones for strictly listening to Led Zeppelin? Strictly for Micheal Bolton?
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:03 PM   #8
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    Skull Candy is good, but now only one side works.....

    Headphones suck...
    the non-ear buds are ugly as hell and skater fags wear those...

    i have sony mdr 756's that were $100 and they're very good though you could probably find better if you want just dmb
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:05 PM   #9
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    To listen to DMB, you need another set of headphones? Do you have headphones for strictly listening to Led Zeppelin? Strictly for Micheal Bolton?
    No these will be my main set of headphones that I'll be buying, which I'll be using to watch movies with, and listen to plenty of other music, but I probably listen to DMB most out of all those things, so I'm looking for a pair that will bring them out the best. I'm sure they will also be great for everything else as well.
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    No these will be my main set of headphones that I'll be buying, which I'll be using to watch movies with, and listen to plenty of other music, but I probably listen to DMB most out of all those things, so I'm looking for a pair that will bring them out the best. I'm sure they will also be great for everything else as well.
    After some clarification, I say good luck to you.
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:31 PM   #11
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:33 PM   #12
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:34 PM   #13
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    Re: Best headphones to get for listening to DMB?

    ive been using the same Sony head phones or rather "ear phones" for 6 years, and they sound incredible, perrrrfect for DMB. I am debating on whether i should invest in wireless MAC headsets or not ?
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    Bose Around Ear. Sure there is better, but I think they are great.
    1st day i got them, listened to BTCS, heard things i would have never noticed in my life.
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    my around ear bose rule... why so much hate on here?
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    recently bought the shure se310. there a little on the expensive side but if you use your headphones a lot, there is nothing better and more worth it.


    best sound i've heard out of any, and i mean, any headphones.
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    I used to work at circuit city years back, and I used to love when people would come in asking to see the "Boise" speakers.

    They meant, Bose. Idiots.
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:47 PM   #19
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    my around ear bose rule... why so much hate on here?
    Many folks here hate their surround sounds. And with good reason, they are overpriced, gimmicky and like they said no highs and lows.

    But their headphones are good, so drown out the haters on that one.
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:51 PM   #20
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    bose noise-cancelling headphones
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    Old 06-11-2008, 04:59 PM   #21
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    bose noise-cancelling headphones
    are very overpriced and you can get much better for the same amount. i agree
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    Old 06-11-2008, 05:10 PM   #22
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    I'd go with the Bose around ear - you can find them for around $129 (which is more than 100, yeah) but they're a good deal. I personally like the on-ear better, but if they tend to be more expensive too
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    Old 06-11-2008, 05:16 PM   #23
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    when i work for my dad in his bodyshop my Bose headphones cancle evrything out even grinders and sanders lol
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    I own these and love them.

    http://www.ultimateears.com/_ultimat...escription.php

    I also have some inexpensive Sennheisers that are good for the money. I can't remember the model number.

    I have heard so many good things about Grado, that's probably what I would do if I were you.
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    I had some sure e2c's for a little while (I think they have since changed the model number) and they were pretty good. Recently upgraded to shure se530pth. Good lord they blew my e2c's out of the water. Amazing high and lows. The best audio I have ever heard from an in ear. They run a bit over your 100 limit though.
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    these are what I have and they are amazing


    http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/hf2.aspx
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    akg k701 or sennheiser pxc 450
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    Old 06-12-2008, 01:52 PM   #28
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    I think I'm going to be getting a pair of Sennheiser HD555's. Still open to suggestions though.
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    Old 06-12-2008, 02:38 PM   #29
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    You just have to listen to a whole bunch yourself. Everyone's ears are different. So you are steerting away from Bose because you heard they are bad on his and los. How do you know you are not deaf to all those frequencies anyway. I'm not defending Bose, just an example. The point is your ears don't hear the same as all of us, so after you get the suggestions you should try them out. many stores let you borrow some for time periods, which is the best thing to do. LIstening in the store for 30 seconds does not do it.
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