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blargh4 t1_j2c8fdq wrote

Sennheiser HD6XX (or HD600 if you find it on sale, $350 is a bit steep when the 6xx is $200) is a pretty safe choice.

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Caboky31 OP t1_j2cd4sn wrote

Thank you very much. I'll look into both.

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ATypeOfRacer t1_j2c7ne3 wrote

You will be able to tell the difference btw. If not... You need to have hearing aids. Un the way of staying safe, I've struggled with focal, 2 headphones so far that bonked out on me. Hifiman does really well, my sundaras have been kicking it for 3 years with heavy use. But, to stay extremely safe it this way, just take a look at senny, they have good qual control.

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Caboky31 OP t1_j2cd9n5 wrote

Thank you for the detailed response. I'll look into these.

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No-Criticism-5139 t1_j2c84sj wrote

Look at Beyerdynamic and Sennheiser, both are well built and serviceable. Lots of options in your price range.

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ricardo9505 t1_j2cbho0 wrote

Are you getting a DAC, amp too? Consider that when shopping for new cans.

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Caboky31 OP t1_j2cctoh wrote

I'm sorry I don't know what that is. I've got a Yamaha a/v receiver I think it has an amp in it.

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Bad_at_names_701 t1_j2cjhy4 wrote

I’d consider something like a Dan Clark Aeon Closed, a used pair of Focal Elegia’s and something like a Sennheiser HD 600/650

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Caboky31 OP t1_j2cjujw wrote

Thanks I didn't even think of going used. Great idea.

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thaeyo t1_j2cq901 wrote

DCA! Those would be great, but they need an amp to get the most out of them.

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Ok_Cauliflower6190 t1_j2cvzl1 wrote

Hifiman Sundara ($299), planar open back headphones with great soundstage and tight bass. I’m sensitive to treble, but these hits just the right limit before feeling a bit “peaky”. Personally think these cans punch well above it’s price point, and I prefer them over my HD 6XX.

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717x t1_j2ck8qj wrote

used lcd 2C, and emu teak (new) are easily the best you can find for that kind of money. If you’re not into buying used I wouldn’t hesitate with headphones like these.

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K8183R t1_j2d0ob1 wrote

Hifiman edition xs

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