Has anyone ever used these as nearfield studio monitors? Are they any good for that purpose?
609789
I use them on my outdoor patio. For that purpose, so far they are fantastic.
723052
Short answer is. I have no idea. Never heard of electro or dubstep? I can tell you I didn't know what to expect from these as most field reference monitor headphones are way more expensive than these. I have used them to play back electric guitar from an amp and to monitor audio from my mixer for recording and the response is very good. They do what they are designed to do which is play your sound authentically. What you get out will ldepend on what you put in. I have no complaints about these headphones.
1215753
They are perfect just for that. You will be able to hear music in real time real form. There are head phones that add extra bass and things of that nature but these headphones don't do that so if that's what you're expecting than I wouldn't suggest to purchase them. I even use these headphones to listen to music on other devices because you hear sounds and characteristics in music you wouldn't hear otherwise. Perfect for studio use whether home or professional.
763369
I've actually used them while playing computer games while my roommate watched football on TV just a few feet away (4-5'). They do an okay job at that. I could really only hear the TV when my game was quiet. They'll probably work pretty well as long as you sit a little farther away than I did.
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There is "sound leakage". At the moment, I have them hooked up to my computer. No special amplification, just on-board Realtek. At 75-100% volume, I can slightly hear them over ambient noise (such as my heater, which is kind of loud) while standing about ten feet away. I don't know if everyone else that answered this question listens to their music at low volume, or if their headphones have some insulation that mine doesn't but in my experience, there is plenty of "sound leakage". Also, you could actually use these as speakers while you're not wearing them. They wouldn't be loud enough to entertain anyone, but you could still listen to something while they sit on your desk. There is "sound leakage". At the moment, I have them hooked up to my computer. No special amplification, just on-board Realtek. At 75-100% volume, I can slightly hear them over ambient noise (such as my heater, which is kind of loud) while standing about ten feet away. I don't know if everyone else that answered this question listens to their music at low volume, or if their headphones have some insulation that mine doesn't but in my experience, there is plenty of "sound leakage". Also, you could actually use these as speakers while you're not wearing them. They wouldn't... » Read More There is "sound leakage". At the moment, I have them hooked up to my computer. No special amplification, just on-board Realtek. At 75-100% volume, I can slightly hear them over ambient noise (such as my heater, which is kind of loud) while standing about ten feet away. I don't know if everyone else that answered this question listens to their music at low volume, or if their headphones have some insulation that mine doesn't but in my experience, there is plenty of "sound leakage". Also, you could actually use these as speakers while you're not wearing them. They wouldn't be loud enough to entertain anyone, but you could still listen to something while they sit on your desk. « Show Less
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Actually, yes because they are monitors they should work very well. You have to make sure you get a good seal and you won't hear the engines much with these. Um, they may not be the most comfortable for really long periods though. I can wear mine for an hour or two before my ear starts to fatigue a bit. You can't beat these for the price! I've owned several. Lot of bass and huge dynamic driver.
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They do have a 'mic in' quarter inch socket, and true, that would fit a guitar cable, and I'm sure you would get sound with no problem. Here's why I would not recommend doing that. Monitors are "near field" and meant for discernment of details in a mix. These speakers are pretty loud, but even a cheap guitar "Champ" style $90 amp will make a guitar sound a lot better, plus it will have "long field" or long throw cabinet/speaker and help the guitar sound alot better. Raw guitar can distort speakers, these are not made for that. I would be concerned also, about wrecking the monitors. My opinion, with years of live hugging and studio production? Don't do it. Get a guitar combo amp.
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I'd tell them yes, they should serve fine as floor monitor in a small space. Turned up loud they can be a bit noisy (hissing), but overall they do the job just fine. We use ours in a loud environment at high volume and it performs just fine.
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You would need to attach (by way of solder, or just elec tape) the appropriate leads to match the input of your computer. They work very well, and have great bass response for their size. I have them in the flowerbeds of our backyard, where we spend a good deal of time in the summer. They're used almost daily, and have performed well. Remember... they're sold individually, so be sure to buy two.
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I use mine as a monitor when I am djing. I've even used it for a small party. I think it will do the job.
885096
Not very much but it is noticeable. I wouldn't recommend them as the performer's monitors during recording but they're fine for regular use.
602872
No Zach, I would get something else. They are good for yard work or anything outdoors, but I wouldn't use them consistently to look at a monitor. Cheers
2255457
I use a small pair of 6 ohm Eltax stuido monitors and they work fine. The sound improvement is dramatic.
596653
I am using them and I personally think they sound great. Loud, powerful, and I truly believe it made a difference to my movie viewing experience. I ended up buying the BIC center channel as well. Be aware that the center channel is bigger than these side ones but I think it was well worth it.
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Mine are working fine. They were easy to install and the sound is quite good. If you're expecting studio monitor quality, you will want to spend more money on a higher end system. If you're looking for good quality sound, you'll be satisfied.
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I haven't used these with my TV but I suppose you could as they have analogue and digital inputs. It might be a pain though as you have to adjust the volume from the speaker. Plus with these monitors it's garbage in, garbage out. They are supposed to be near field so the sound you get from your television might not sound so great and might not be worth the investment. They can get loud for sure though.
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If they are powered studio monitors I would say YES, if they are passive then NO. Most powered studio monitors come with XLR and 1/4" inputs. These cables convert RCA to 1/4". You might need to split the cable into two to properly position your monitors.