what version should i get to mod this headphones: the closed, semi open damped, or just the semi open?
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They are semi opened and that's how they stayed with me. They are also dampened and rewired, painted. I also made a pair of open headphones as well which I prefer, so would never enclose the Fostex.
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The T50RP model is the one you want, which should be listed as "RP-Series Damped Semi-Open Headphones." It is the only one with brass-colored adjustment bars on either side.
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I personally feel the 263's sound exactly the same as the 252's - when they stay in your ears, that is! As multiple people have pointed out, these things tend to creep slowly (or quickly) out of your ears, which obviously leads to tinny sound when they're halfway in. Wearing these under a cap or toboggan is pretty much the only way I can get them to stay in.
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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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OE2 version is on ear, AE2 is around ear. The AE2 version (in my experience) leaks much less sound and has better passive noise cancellation than the OE2 model.
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send the headphones back with the bill, ahd get a replacement pair. trying to get a knob is a lost cause, because the way the headphones are made by the mfg.
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I found them here: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/352738-REG/Sennheiser_085708_H_85708_Ear_Cushions.html/
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The new version of the same thing. http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-II-Precision-Enhanced-Earbuds/dp/B001EZYMF4/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1414760609&sr=1-1&keywords=CX300
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I'd have no idea, best thing to do is google parts or accessories for those headphones.
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I have the m50s limited edition. I prefer the hm5 better just because it's more neutral sounding. M50s is abit v shape to me, where you can hear the high and bass really well but the mid abit laid back. I also think the hm5 have better soundstage. However do note you will need about 100 hours of burning time for the hm5 to get it settled and the sound will change through out the burning process. The other thing I like about the hm5 that it is quite easy to mod. Mine has a cable upgrade and a wood cup now. However if u looking for option should check out Beyer and akg as they also have good stuffs as well just not in the price range of hm5. I have the m50s limited edition. I prefer the hm5 better just because it's more neutral sounding. M50s is abit v shape to me, where you can hear the high and bass really well but the mid abit laid back. I also think the hm5 have better soundstage. However do note you will need about 100 hours of burning time for the hm5 to get it settled and the sound will change through out the burning process. The other thing I like about the hm5 that it is quite easy to mod. Mine has a cable upgrade and a wood cup now. However if u looking for option should check out Beyer and akg as they also have good... » Read More I have the m50s limited edition. I prefer the hm5 better just because it's more neutral sounding. M50s is abit v shape to me, where you can hear the high and bass really well but the mid abit laid back. I also think the hm5 have better soundstage. However do note you will need about 100 hours of burning time for the hm5 to get it settled and the sound will change through out the burning process. The other thing I like about the hm5 that it is quite easy to mod. Mine has a cable upgrade and a wood cup now. However if u looking for option should check out Beyer and akg as they also have good stuffs as well just not in the price range of hm5. « Show Less
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I have 2 different types of headphones bought separately and both work in it.
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Yes they are open headphones. Most Grado headphones are open. The trade off is while others may hear something (they aren't terribly loud until you get beyond casual listening levels) you can also better hear your surroundings. I have worn closed headphones and missed phone alerts and family yelling my name for help with something. If you need to maintain absolute silence in the office, these probably aren't the best (go with Audio Technica M-50s at this price range) but if you can get by with minimal noise escaping and you don't need to crank the music, these will do fine.
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I really dont know but i imagine the newer versions may be slightly more open sound i'm happy with the original, though it does have a fantastic effect on music files with a good set of headphones
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Not sure, never owned the pair you have. I can tell you that l love my monsters that I have now. They never fall out of my ears when I'm lifting weights or on the elliptical. I think the sound quality is perfect too. I would recommend these for everybody. One thing the little volume control thing attachéd to the left ear cable gets on my nerves at time . Other then that I proudly bang out to my monsters
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The internet is your friend. Here's the link to the Beyerdynamics DT1350-80 web site:http://north-america.beyerdynamic.com/shop/hah/headphones-and-headsets/djs/dt-1350.html
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No they don't. I am still currently looking for mod pads but to no avail yet. I can speak out of experience that these are undeniably the best sounding headphones under $100 in my opinion.
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Anything you want to know about these headphones go to radio shack: http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=17826816t ... Or the Auvio website.
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Yes - AT was very careful in the new design to make sure that they sound exactly the same. The driver, earcup, etc were all kept the same and they sound identical to the 'classic' model. Also note that these are also available with a 3.5mm detachable cable set instead of the 2.5mm if you have a preference. The 3.5mm version is ATH-M50xBL-R