Will I notice a difference in quality with Senn 598s? I currently use onboard audio and listen to beatsmusic.com.
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Oh yes.....And I do mean oh yes....you will notice a DRAMATIC increase in sound quality.Just remember to go into settings and set the correct impedance...I love my essence stx..I have sennheiser 555hd's and couldn't possibly be happier.Cant imagine cleaner clearer sound...you will not be dissapointed.
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I use Senn PC360 and have noticed a difference when gaming and recording with Audacity, escpecially in the analog mic input. Using lossless audio is where this card will really shine, so make sure your music library is encoded with ALAC or FLAC, and maybe try HD Tracks for some higher-than-CD quality music!
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If you're using headphones, you'll love the sound of this card. Just don't use it for outboard speakers and definitely not for audio recording.
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It all depends on the listener, to be honest. I think the 650s are a LOT better than Beats. If you asked 100 "audiophiles" (a pretty nebulous term...), probably over 90 would say the 650s. Beats are fully enclosed around the ear, and 650s have open backs. Very different sound. If you like the sound of the Beats, you will most likely be disappointed with the 650s at first. But if you listen to the 650s exclusively for a few days, then go back to the Beats, you probably won't like the sound of the Beats.
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Better audio, higher price. Take a look at SoundBlaster Roar. You will not regret spending a few minutes on it.
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the bass is very good. but the volume isn't up to par, I'd like them to be louder. I've been looking, the Beats Studio Wireless Over-Ear Headphone. are loud enough but not sure that is the sound that I'd be looking for. I own a pair of V-Moda m 100's and love them. only if they'd make a bt headphones.
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go with the pc350se IF you don't want to hear anything but whats coming through the headphones. I think overall I like the PC350se's better because of construction. I actually prefer to hear things in the room and the pc360's are nice for that, plus I think I prefer their sound slightly better but I had to sell one so I sold the PC360's. I use the "Listen to this device" soundblaster option so I can at least hear myself talk through the microphone on the pc350se's
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I have the Bose QC15, IMHO, not worth the money. More hype than anything. At least with the Beats, you get bass.
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Actually, I've found them quite good out of the Apple system and can probably compete with the Beats i have at home, they sound amazing in my computer and home system as well.. good luck with them.
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AKG Q701's are designed for detailed listening. They are better suited for Rock, Jazz, Classical. They won't produce the low end bass that Hip Hop etc.. require. Try a pair of Beats.
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I recommend the Sennheiser HD448s. They sound great and are very clear like the 595s, which I also own. However, they need a good 50+ hours of burn in to really reach their full potential.
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Off course . The audio sistems is not only the speakers, they are a preamifier, amplifier filters etc. Is like you bought a expensive tires for a 70's Chevy Cavalier. You can't expected to the Chevy drive like a Ferrari. But if you have a Ferrari (beats System sound) and put a right tires (Bose headphones) you will have a good sound experience... That is going to sound better than any other headphones.. I know you will test it after buy a Bose and notice that. Belive me, I compare between Sony headphone, sony earphone, apple earphone and Bose was better
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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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To be honest in my opinion I would say no there is better options available but they are pretty good the sound is not like the dre beats that have bass the sound is really just clear you could hear music in detail every sound if thats more what your looking for
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I would recommend this card no matter what. It is 25$ and it was a huge improvement over my onboard sound (although I bought my computer in 2007). I have no idea about the headphone situation though.
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I actually ordered both and ended up sending back the Sennheisers. Yes, the Sennheisers sound more airy/open, obviousy. And they are ridiculously comfortable. But apart from that, the Brainwavz win. The 598s have a very "warm" sound, which some people might like, but the HM5s had a much more clear and accurate sound. The 598s didn't have nearly as much bass. You couldn't really "feel" it the way you can with the HM5s, and the bass would occasionally peak out with really low stuff. All in all I would recommend the Brainwavz, hands down.
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Am on the same boat. Kindly let me know if you find any answers by replying to this comment. Also looking for Sennheiser HD 598 Over-Ear Headphones . Have emailed customer care
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I dont know if they have "superior sound quality" but what i do lnow is that they have very different uses. The QC 25 are intended for traveling while the SEN HD8 are for djing. Sennheiser (in their higher range headphones) has way better quality making different instruments and sound in general clearer and easier to identify therefore better to dj with. They are pretry good traveling and listening headphones. They do not have noise canceling but still do a pretty good job at isolating as long as its not VERY noisy. NOW! i would NEVER buy Bose cans...they break, period. bose has great marketing bit their crap breaks. Dont waste your money, go Senn. They are solid and confortable. I dont know if they have "superior sound quality" but what i do lnow is that they have very different uses. The QC 25 are intended for traveling while the SEN HD8 are for djing. Sennheiser (in their higher range headphones) has way better quality making different instruments and sound in general clearer and easier to identify therefore better to dj with. They are pretry good traveling and listening headphones. They do not have noise canceling but still do a pretty good job at isolating as long as its not VERY noisy. NOW! i would NEVER buy Bose cans...they break, period. bose has... » Read More I dont know if they have "superior sound quality" but what i do lnow is that they have very different uses. The QC 25 are intended for traveling while the SEN HD8 are for djing. Sennheiser (in their higher range headphones) has way better quality making different instruments and sound in general clearer and easier to identify therefore better to dj with. They are pretry good traveling and listening headphones. They do not have noise canceling but still do a pretty good job at isolating as long as its not VERY noisy. NOW! i would NEVER buy Bose cans...they break, period. bose has great marketing bit their crap breaks. Dont waste your money, go Senn. They are solid and confortable. « Show Less
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Ok I can only speak to my personal use. I only listen to HD with my Bose OE. I enjoy the sound quality of the over ear headphones. Hope it helps