johanjr 0 Report post Posted September 14, 2004 Been reading abit these few days regarding the recommanded headphone(err why call them cans??) to get for general audio and usage for my PC(listening MP3 and gaming). My budget is abt < $150 but i'll go the length if the product is really good for my usage. Went out today to look around and found these Sony MDR-V6 $156 <---- lots of people saying this is good so im considering Senn HD497 $109.90 was looking the the grados but couldn't find them....can someone direct me to a good shop thanks Considering these also but didn't manage to find them today Grado SR60 or SR80 Senn PX200 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N@Z 0 Report post Posted September 14, 2004 Based on your choices given & if you can find it I'll say go for the Sony MDR-V6 (or 7506) as it is more versatile & will be good for portable use too should you ever need to as they can fold up into a ball shape for storage & are very robust due to the metal enclosure/headband construction. Next choice will be the PX200 but for gaming they may not give you the oomph most people look for. See the local headphones prices thread (on the Main Equipment forum) for where to get Grados from. Not that I don't like the Grados they are great headphones but if you intend to use it for gaming & MP3 you're better off with the other two as in this application they will suit it better. I find the Grados a little bright on lesser sources & amplification. Not sure about the HD497 as I've never heard them before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johanjr 0 Report post Posted September 14, 2004 thanks N@Z. heres a review on them the Senn HD497 http://www.headphone.com/layout.php?topicI...ctID=0020080497 yahh my thinking was toward the V6 since its mention alot in this forum. All the Senn i saw was made in China and the V6 was in japan so i guess the quality is there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N@Z 0 Report post Posted September 14, 2004 My bad, I meant to say I haven't listened to the HD497. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mackie 0 Report post Posted September 15, 2004 (edited) Been reading abit these few days regarding the recommanded headphone(err why call them cans??) U might recall a favourite primary school science project; primitive'long distance' communication using 2 tin cans and a stretched string attached. In addition, do not overlook the fact that Philips HP890 (price varies from $70-99) may serve your purpose. It has oomph in the bass and certainly enjoyable with music unless audiophile standards is paramount. Do a search under 'Home Equipment' for previous discussions on its sound and mods. Edited September 15, 2004 by Mackie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johanjr 0 Report post Posted September 15, 2004 Been reading abit these few days regarding the recommanded headphone(err why call them cans??) U might recall a favourite primary school science project; primitive'long distance' communication using 2 tin cans and a stretched string attached. In addition, do not overlook the fact that Philips HP890 (price varies from $70-99) may serve your purpose. It has oomph in the bass and certainly enjoyable with music unless audiophile standards is paramount. Do a search under 'Home Equipment' for previous discussions on its sound and mods. hi mackie Can't find them yesterday during my excursion. saw the Philips HD860 and HD840 but not 890.Luckly i wrote it down on a peice of paper my selection, if not i have might gone with the HD860 as thats the first i saw. if you know where i might get the 890 then it will be a blast. ermmm any difference between the HD890 amd the HD860/840?? i'll look em up on my side through google right now seems the V6 is the choice for me. regarding the 2 tin cans and the stretch string....yahhhh now i get it, done it before. hope the V6 is better than that i'm no audiophile so any low ends cans that u think can for me is great...ehh it ryhmes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N@Z 0 Report post Posted September 15, 2004 Have you actually looked at our list? Click here, it will give you some idea where to look for & the prices of many types of headphones. The last update on the HP890: Philips HP890 at Raffles Home Audio at $75 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mackie 0 Report post Posted September 16, 2004 If your budget can accomodate Sony MDR-V6, it's a no brainer. Even a pdcp can drive it well. I also use the V6 with my portable system. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johanjr 0 Report post Posted September 16, 2004 Have you actually looked at our list? Click here, it will give you some idea where to look for & the prices of many types of headphones. The last update on the HP890: Philips HP890 at Raffles Home Audio at $75 yahhh saw that. So only at Raffles Home Audio you can get the HP890 ya...abit inconvience to go there actually.....nvrm...thanks for headsup i hope i dun get all crazy when getting my new cans ...if not y'all will see alot of me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N@Z 0 Report post Posted September 16, 2004 If you get any new information in your search do post here to update our info. Happy hunting. As the song goes, You can check in anytime you want, but you can never leave... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mackie 0 Report post Posted September 16, 2004 Have you actually looked at our list? Click here, it will give you some idea where to look for & the prices of many types of headphones. The last update on the HP890: Philips HP890 at Raffles Home Audio at $75 yahhh saw that. So only at Raffles Home Audio you can get the HP890 ya...abit inconvience to go there actually.....nvrm...thanks for headsup i hope i dun get all crazy when getting my new cans ...if not y'all will see alot of me There's another shop at the basement of Phoenix Hotel where the Garden Cafe is located. The shop is next to stairways to the restroom. Walk through Specialist Shopping Centre and take the stairs to the basement after passing by a shop that sells winter clothing on your left. I think the shop deals mainly in McClaren products but also sells Philips HP890. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johanjr 0 Report post Posted September 16, 2004 If you get any new information in your search do post here to update our info. Happy hunting. As the song goes, You can check in anytime you want, but you can never leave... welcome to the hotel californiaaaa its a lovely place....... thanks mackie...might head down today if i can finish my work... i better log off and get it done now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johanjr 0 Report post Posted September 18, 2004 i got the HD890 from Specialist Centre. The shop is called Lifestyle Shop. It the Philips service centre for headphone i was told. Got it for $94. Tried to bargain more but need to rush back to work. Wanted the V6 actually but too far to go and buy. Anyway first impression....very detail sound as till i feel its too bright. The bass rocks...deep thump just the way i like it Feeling nausea though after an hour or so using it...dunno why. Will let it run and see how it goes. Anyway im using Philips Accoustic Edge PSC706 as my PC soundcard.Might get the Gainward Hollyword@Home as it using VIA Envy24 chipset. What you guys think abt that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Q00 0 Report post Posted September 18, 2004 Well if you got the v6, it would have been much brighter... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lekguan 0 Report post Posted September 19, 2004 Feeling nausea though after an hour or so using it...dunno why. Will let it run I guess you answered your own question. try at least 3 days non-stop run-in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
