Could anyone compare the HD428 with the HD439? Theres a bit of a premium for the HD439 as they are older, but HD 428 had better reviews.
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I bought the 428's for my son 2 1/2 years ago. They are still going strong. He loves them, he added a magnet mic to them and they sound amazing. Noise cancellation A+, plus a 10 foot cord. Great item!
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I owned both. Bought the MB42X first, then returned them and got the Clubs. The MB42X sounded like something was missing in the mids. It sounded hollow. The Clubs have a fuller sound and I much prefer them to the MB42X !! Sound is a preference so to each their own. I tried adjusting bass and treble with both and the Clubs with no adjustment really sound the best. I'm not a big fan of the Lepai amp, it's only good for half volume so get the Topping amp even though it's more expensive.
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A/V Guru: I was wondering if you could elaborate on the core differences between the Onkyo HT-S3300 and the Denon DHT-391XP. I currently only have an Xbox 360 and a HD cable box, and am looking for a system that can handle those two components as well as (which is the actual reason for getting the system) my music (via computer and Ipod). As this is the main reason for investing in a system, I would prefer to have a quality base setup. Looks like the Onkyo has a few more features on the receiver, and I was wondering if you could let me know why those are there (pretty naive on this whole subject, sorry). I see that the Onkyo has the "green, blue, and red" input cords like those that come from the Xbox, while the Denon does not. And the sony receivers systems in this price range seem to be much sleeker (but input wise more similar to the denon). So does it sound like I actually need all of the extra inputs that the Onkyo offers? And with all this in mind do you have recommendation
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Hi Tom,I've done everything you said and that I can think of and still no dice. So I'm done trying to figure it out. I used to get pretty good surround from the the TV programs that are broadcast HD 5.1 but it seems to be gone also. I have to say that the despite all this, it does sound pretty good if stereo is what I was going for. Thanks for all your help. I really appreciate it.Take care,Dennis
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The amperiors are newer. Amperior are slightly better, according to Sennheiser.I don't know the HD25, but the amperiors are excellent to me
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Regarding the discontinuing of the 920, perhaps Sony is doing it so "quietly" is because it was too GOOD of a receiver for the price! The 920 was a GREAT value, as it offered a LOT of HD features for the $600 (or lower) cost. True HD, DTS-MA, GUI, FOUR hdmi inputs, etc. I returned my newly-purchased 520 unit the moment I saw the 920 go on sale for $450. I would wager than any comparable unit will be more expensive in the future.
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I use the AKG's to monitor my music when recording virtual pipe organs. ("leo037chris" on YouTube) The sound is clear and the really low bass is there (even pretty impressive below 32 KHz). The lows are not muddy or boomy at all. I can boost the low end without distortion. The sound is very accurate. The HD600's also have plenty of low response. I think they are not quite as good to monitor my recordings since there is a more distant feel to the music, I think due to the somewhat less mid-range volume(?) and a sort of fuller mid-bass feeling. Really, both phones sound excellent, but I prefer the AKG's for recording, and the HD600's for just general listening to music. I use the AKG's to monitor my music when recording virtual pipe organs. ("leo037chris" on YouTube) The sound is clear and the really low bass is there (even pretty impressive below 32 KHz). The lows are not muddy or boomy at all. I can boost the low end without distortion. The sound is very accurate. The HD600's also have plenty of low response. I think they are not quite as good to monitor my recordings since there is a more distant feel to the music, I think due to the somewhat less mid-range volume(?) and a sort of fuller mid-bass feeling. Really, both phones sound... » Read More I use the AKG's to monitor my music when recording virtual pipe organs. ("leo037chris" on YouTube) The sound is clear and the really low bass is there (even pretty impressive below 32 KHz). The lows are not muddy or boomy at all. I can boost the low end without distortion. The sound is very accurate. The HD600's also have plenty of low response. I think they are not quite as good to monitor my recordings since there is a more distant feel to the music, I think due to the somewhat less mid-range volume(?) and a sort of fuller mid-bass feeling. Really, both phones sound excellent, but I prefer the AKG's for recording, and the HD600's for just general listening to music. « Show Less
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HD72 cost much more than HD70, it must has it's reason, but unless you use testing tools, as most of people, you can not even tell the different in a dark room. if money is not problem, go get HD72, it will make you fell better. otherwise HD70 is the best for the value. I pick HD70 for my home theater, by the way.
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Play with the audio settings. There are quite a few. Default settings sound poor (hollow,low volume) but can be adjusted to more than adequate. Cant remember orig settings, but can give you my AUDIO setup config: SRS TruSurround HD &lt;Off&gt; SRS TruVolume &lt;On&gt; Equalizer Settings &lt;OFF&gt; *important* Base &lt;75&gt; Treble &lt;50&gt; Make sure the EQ setting is not set to Rock, Pop or Disco (they sound like garbage). Setting it to OFF allows access to Base & Treble menu/adjustments. Overall the sound is above average for what you are paying. More than ample volume once you get the settings tweaked.
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If for home use then I suggest something more like the 558. If you have the cash though. It's more for better comfort and have the cans just engulf your ears. The 439 is a great headphones though and it will serve you well. I personally think they're better for office headphones though.
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Both of the HD 558 and the SoundTrue are excellent headphones for the budget audiophile. There are two main differences - one related to sound and one related to comfort. The HD558 have an "open" design while the SoundTrue are "closed". Closed with keep the sound in and give you passive noise isolation while the open do not. However, some say that the open style gives more of a full or expansive sound, but I find this to be a matter of personal preference. I find the SoundTrue to be more comfortable than the HD 558. I have a large head, and the HD 558 have a slight but noticeable clamping effect while the I forget that I'm wearing the SoundTrue. I have reviewed both if you want more details. Both of the HD 558 and the SoundTrue are excellent headphones for the budget audiophile. There are two main differences - one related to sound and one related to comfort. The HD558 have an "open" design while the SoundTrue are "closed". Closed with keep the sound in and give you passive noise isolation while the open do not. However, some say that the open style gives more of a full or expansive sound, but I find this to be a matter of personal preference. I find the SoundTrue to be more comfortable than the HD 558. I have a large head, and the HD 558 have a slight but... » Read More Both of the HD 558 and the SoundTrue are excellent headphones for the budget audiophile. There are two main differences - one related to sound and one related to comfort. The HD558 have an "open" design while the SoundTrue are "closed". Closed with keep the sound in and give you passive noise isolation while the open do not. However, some say that the open style gives more of a full or expansive sound, but I find this to be a matter of personal preference. I find the SoundTrue to be more comfortable than the HD 558. I have a large head, and the HD 558 have a slight but noticeable clamping effect while the I forget that I'm wearing the SoundTrue. I have reviewed both if you want more details. « Show Less
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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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I wish I could help more - but my husband said he hasn't used the HD 558 so therefore he is in the dark too! Sorry - hope you find the answer you're looking for. If it helps he does love the 380s and amazon has offered the best price around.
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I recently bought Onkyo 5300 and today noticed that S6300 has come down in price. I think spending little extra to acquire HT-S6300 is well worth it. I absolutely love Ht-5300 but the speakers are huge! I like sleeker look of Ht-s6300, plus up conversion, aux mic features are worth spending little extra money. But if you don't care about that, HT-S5300 is very good system with excellent sound. Haven't checked out Yamaha, so can't comment on it.
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Andrew:>Got to upgrade the receiver for the HD, at which point I'll just use the HDMI. As for what you guys are discussing, maybe the manual is outdated, since a firmware update enabled this unit to output the DTS-HD Master Audio Decoding via the HDMI, without having to go the analog route.Yeah. I would go ahead and upgrade; there are so many good deals on quality receivers right now. I have an Onkyo TX-SR706 with everything I need. I've had it for a week now and it blows me away.
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alan's post is it in a nutshell. i have a zoom q3 that i record on a grand piano with, and the lack of at least a fixed "mid-gain" is the biggest drawback to the device. their new HD version doesn't address it either. too bad, because it is a nice little unit for the money.
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on further thought i think patrick and connie are both right with regard to my suggestion. what i might add is run the hdmi to your tv...if your tv has an audio out (audio monitor out) run that to an input on the 3490. i agree that the headphone out on the LT is likely too low of level to drive the 3490