The Audio Hub 0 Report post Posted April 21, 2007 (edited) Bit of a noob to the Can world, but i'm thinking of retiring my ATH-F55. It served me well and it doesn't stinks from sweat. Anyone can recommend me some nice cans that are used on the go? Build for abuse and doesn't have sweat absorbing material. Oh i'm using X5L, theres no need for an amp right? Edited April 21, 2007 by weibchen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stereo_Electronics 0 Report post Posted April 21, 2007 A budget to start would help, you can try AKG's K81DJ. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Audio Hub 0 Report post Posted April 21, 2007 i'm looking at $300-400 for amp and headphones. Reckon that since i'm on a move often, i'd invest in something i can use on a daily basis. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DemonicAngelz 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 If you don't mind you can try the MS1, leaving you about $200 for the amps. People say its bad for using on the go because its open cans, I just bought it and used it anyways. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stereo_Electronics 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 (edited) MS-1 is ok as a portable headphone if you usually pump your music really loud but two issues, 1. Bad for your ears, although once in a while its ok but daily..... 2. You might have problems with music with soft passages, be it classical or new age. 3. By the time you can't hear the environment, the person beside will hear what you're playing. You don't mind but others might. I personally listen to a Grado outside once in a while during the off peak when I'm not driving as its quieter and I don't have to worry disturbing my neighbours. Edited April 22, 2007 by Stereo_Electronics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DemonicAngelz 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 MS-1 is ok as a portable headphone if you usually pump your music really loud but two issues, 1. Bad for your ears, although once in a while its ok but daily..... 2. You might have problems with music with soft passages, be it classical or new age. 3. By the time you can't hear the environment, the person beside will hear what you're playing. You don't mind but others might. I personally listen to a Grado outside once in a while during the off peak when I'm not driving as its quieter and I don't have to worry disturbing my neighbours. I agree. But I dun really use them when I am on the train and stuff. I'd go deaf . Thats why I carry my UM1s with me now a days around with the comply foam tips which makes them more comfortable. In my price range of about $200, I decided that this was the best sounding and decided to buy it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kyaw 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 I personally listen to a Grado outside once in a while during the off peak when I'm not driving as its quieter and I don't have to worry disturbing my neighbours. Which Grado? RS-1? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stereo_Electronics 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 lol.... no, SR-325i. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Audio Hub 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 So grados? But what i'm afraid is that when i sweat, the foam absorbs it and it gets really stink after awhile. Is it interchangeable the foams so that i can wash it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DemonicAngelz 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 So grados? But what i'm afraid is that when i sweat, the foam absorbs it and it gets really stink after awhile. Is it interchangeable the foams so that i can wash it? Its removable and washable. You can buy spares if you like. I do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sghound 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 (edited) also consider the Sennheiser HD25-1. supra-aural closed cans so u dun disturb anyone while commuting. built for ultimate abuse and no sweat absorbing pads. efficient enough to be driven by your DAP. http://www.sennheiser.com/sennheiser/icm_eng.nsf/root/502188 Edited April 22, 2007 by sghound Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kyaw 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2007 So grados? But what i'm afraid is that when i sweat, the foam absorbs it and it gets really stink after awhile. Is it interchangeable the foams so that i can wash it? The foams is interchangeable and washable, but if you wash many times it will eventually becomes softer and softer finally disintegrated. I will second the recommendation on HD25-1, supra-aural closed cans and it sounds *close* to a grado. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrhobbit 0 Report post Posted April 23, 2007 strange no one has mentioned the ES-7. try that out as well, you get a free mirror and tons of style points by wearing THOSE on the streets. really great lows and vocals in my opinion Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Audio Hub 0 Report post Posted April 27, 2007 Tried the MS1 today, absolutely loved it Any other recommendations, i think the alessandro/grado line cans are just right for me. Also i think my DAP not enough power to drive it, have to push it to near max for the MS1 to sing properly. Thinking of a Portable headamp, any recommendations? And what time do Jaben open? i went there at 1 today still close..Zzzz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DemonicAngelz 0 Report post Posted April 27, 2007 Tried the MS1 today, absolutely loved it Any other recommendations, i think the alessandro/grado line cans are just right for me. Also i think my DAP not enough power to drive it, have to push it to near max for the MS1 to sing properly. Thinking of a Portable headamp, any recommendations? And what time do Jaben open? i went there at 1 today still close..Zzzz Haha. The same thing happened to me like 2 weeks ago. Was looking for closed cans but ended up with MS1 in the end. Jaben close till monday I think, when Uncle Wilson is back. You can try the crossroads amp, the mini-D, xtra X-1 or if you want to go high end the Hornet M or Tomahawk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
