Has anyone compared these to audiophile (as opposed to trendy) phones? (senn 600 or 800, beyerdynamic, beo, dennon, audio technica m50?)
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I have m50s as well. In comparison the m-100's have a significantly better sound on the low end. The bass respond you get with these are really good. The highs are also better than the m50s. To me, they do not "pierce" the ears as much when I turn it up a bit. Finally, the mids are about the same in quality, however since the vmodas have those two other strengths, you will probably notice the mids to be better with m50.
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For me, the bass capability is really very good. But the perception of how the lower frequencies are performing are generally a matter of individual taste. I'd recommend comparing the frequency response specifications on each manufacturer's web site. That will give you an empirical view of performance. But, the short answer...yeah, I like these head phones and plenty of bass, more than enough. Lots of bang for the buck.
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They're way better than the Skull Candy ones, and I'd say they're about the same as the Sonys, but the sound is a little clearer on the basses. The Sennheisers are also more comfortable than both by a good long way. They're not "isolation" headphones, so you'll hear outside noises, but they're great for swearing for hours at a time. I've had them for 2 years now, and I can't highly reccomned them highly enough.
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That's hard. I'm a huge fan of Shure and am probably the only person who hasn't tried Audio Technica. I'll share a few notes. My Shure 840 have been going up in price. They are solid, big, and a little heavy but really comfortable with no wear fatigue which was critical for me. I wear them all day. Sound is solid and I think - even, maybe a bit flat - so great for monitoring, not quite so great for just enjoying your music. These would sound amazing with a headphone amp but sound good enough that it's been a year and I still haven't bought one. To answer your question directly if I had the money in hand right now I would be on the fence but would try the ATH M50 - just because I haven't tried ATH. That's hard. I'm a huge fan of Shure and am probably the only person who hasn't tried Audio Technica. I'll share a few notes. My Shure 840 have been going up in price. They are solid, big, and a little heavy but really comfortable with no wear fatigue which was critical for me. I wear them all day. Sound is solid and I think - even, maybe a bit flat - so great for monitoring, not quite so great for just enjoying your music. These would sound amazing with a headphone amp but sound good enough that it's been a year and I still haven't bought one. To answer your question directly if I had the... » Read More That's hard. I'm a huge fan of Shure and am probably the only person who hasn't tried Audio Technica. I'll share a few notes. My Shure 840 have been going up in price. They are solid, big, and a little heavy but really comfortable with no wear fatigue which was critical for me. I wear them all day. Sound is solid and I think - even, maybe a bit flat - so great for monitoring, not quite so great for just enjoying your music. These would sound amazing with a headphone amp but sound good enough that it's been a year and I still haven't bought one. To answer your question directly if I had the money in hand right now I would be on the fence but would try the ATH M50 - just because I haven't tried ATH. « Show Less
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Hi, Hunter, I'm assuming we're talking about the ANC off situation.The overall SQ, UE 6000 is better than ATH-M50S in my opinion. The bass is actually slightly emphasized, but it's tighter and deeper compares with M50S. It's spacious and has clearer soundstage to me.By the way, it is surprisingly comfortable for long session listening. For the price on Amazon right now, I'll say it's a great timing to buy UE 6000.
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They are both great, but the 315's are better sounding. I have a pair of 535's that sound good, but I use these more often than most all my earbuds. If I am listening through my home system, I use Beyerdynamic's either mt T-70's or my T-90's. Also as with all speakers and headphones there is going to be a break in period. They will sound different in a few weeks than right out of the box.
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Published specifications are available on Audio-Technica's website. The ATHM50x's published frequency response is 15 to 28,000 Hz. Virtually all of the Sennheiser HD series from, let's say, the 580s and beyond are 'Open-Back' compared to the ATH-M50x 'Closed-Back' design. So the difference is very audible in the fact that sound stage on the high end HD model is much larger with airy dynamics. By design, open back has no isolation and allows for full-blown leakage. Generally all of the Sennheiser HDs are amp dependent. Some of their earlier models do quite well in the portable realm but the sound is quite lack luster due to lack of power, especially with the HD598, HD600, and HD650 that I've toyed some few years ago. They become infinitely better once they are driven with good power. The ATH-M50x also benefits from a good DAC/AMP source, but it is not amp-dependent. Sonically, the ATH-M50 are astoundingly good. As you go into open-back designs like the ATH-W5000, you go into much more neutral realms (not completely flat, mind you) where bass gets less emphasized (this is normal) and the mid-ranges become more present with higher instrumental separation. Despite that, I could never take any of the open-back designs into studio as the microphones will easily pick up the leakage from these headphones during recording sessions. This is why there is a market for closed-back design. ATH-M50 is really good in the studio setting. If I were you, try and find out if there's any local store near you that can allow you to audition these headphones so you can judge for yourself whether or not you like open-back vs close-back headphones.
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As to how they compare against the 589's, the 650's are a bit better - but I honestly don't think the difference is too great.As an aside, the 650's are the best pair of headphones I have ever owned. I have used them for everything from long periods of gaming, to movies and music, and I have never been dissatisfied. Anyways, just my two cents.
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They're great at noise reduction, but I only have other in ear headphones as a point of reference, so I don't know they compare to something like bose.
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If you want to stay with the Sennheiser brand, take a look at the HD 280 Pros. Very nice headphone that, in my opinion, sound almost as good as the 595's but are closed back.
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Hi Joe, In terms of sound quality there are pretty much the same. If you using the Etymotic in plane/train or outdoors then the quality suffers alittle. These are not noise canceling or noise softening. But as far as comfort. I prefer the Etymotic.
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Sorry I can;t really help you out there, I have never used the Beyerdynamic's DT-770. I would be interested in hearing your input on the H6. The ones I had really stunk. I'm beginning to wonder if they were defective, and they never tested them. Seems pretty lame for B&O; to not test them. I can't imagine anyone using them for anything beyond a door stop.
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R. Cleveland, These are very light phones and are not at all noise canceling. You might want to consider the noise cancelling type of phones if you want to hear nothing but the music. Having said that, I listen at probably louder than average levels and for me, external noise is not objectionable with these phones.
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I use them with my iphone and my ipod and I think they are outstanding. Im no expert but I can compare them to 3 pairs of other headphones Ive used - Sonys, Bose, Audio Technicas, and I recommend them highly. Love them.
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I would prefer Audio Technica in this segment. For me Sennheiser is HD600 and 800.
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I don't own any of those ear phones. So cannot say. It is not boomy, that's for sure and its liveliness more than makes up for it. I have a pair of Sony that has really sweet bass, but I still prefer the UE. It is really open and lively. I'd say it is musical. If you're looking for bombastic bass, this is not it.
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I have the e10 with my M50's are enhanced a good bit with it. You will notice the difference in music, mostly increasing the the lows and a little of the highs. Gaming isnt much difference unless it is a game with explosions, which will cause the "booms" to blow you away :) Overall, yes, the M50's will sound better on the e10, just not as big of a difference as the more expensive hphones.