I am looking to upgrade my Sennheiser HD 595 Headphones.
I have always enjoyed their open smooth sound, but I do find them a little restrained and I would like to progress to the next sound level.
I also have a problem in that as I am in South Africa, I am not in a position to demo the headphones as I have to order the headphones from another part of the country.
The 4 x contenders on my list are:
1. Grado SR125i
2. Grado SR225i
3. AKG K701
4. Beyerdynamic T50p
I know each option offers slightly different variables and each requires a compromise of sorts.
Other than the prerequisite excellent sound quality for this price level, comfort and not bright would be at the top of my list of requirements.
My concern about the Grados is the comfort and brightness (based on various reviews I have read).
How dramatic is the difference between the SR125i and SR225i?
With the AKGs its how much do their analytical nature affect their musicality and fluidity? Their comfort levels appear to be among the best here.
With the T50ps it is how do they sound in comparison to the other options, and while they certainly appear to be superb headphones on-the-go, how serious a contender are they for home use (the main intended use)?
In addition, would the Graham Slee Novo be a suitable headphone amp for the above contenders.
Please share your expertise and experiences.
I have always enjoyed their open smooth sound, but I do find them a little restrained and I would like to progress to the next sound level.
I also have a problem in that as I am in South Africa, I am not in a position to demo the headphones as I have to order the headphones from another part of the country.
The 4 x contenders on my list are:
1. Grado SR125i
2. Grado SR225i
3. AKG K701
4. Beyerdynamic T50p
I know each option offers slightly different variables and each requires a compromise of sorts.
Other than the prerequisite excellent sound quality for this price level, comfort and not bright would be at the top of my list of requirements.
My concern about the Grados is the comfort and brightness (based on various reviews I have read).
How dramatic is the difference between the SR125i and SR225i?
With the AKGs its how much do their analytical nature affect their musicality and fluidity? Their comfort levels appear to be among the best here.
With the T50ps it is how do they sound in comparison to the other options, and while they certainly appear to be superb headphones on-the-go, how serious a contender are they for home use (the main intended use)?
In addition, would the Graham Slee Novo be a suitable headphone amp for the above contenders.
Please share your expertise and experiences.