zackw419
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Ultamate Goal:
Find, Highest Quality, Most Portable, Closed Headphone *with minimal leakage* (also with decent bass because I listen to mostly Rap) for under or equal to $150.
I think I have done it and I am more than open to any objections, guidance from experienced members is always welcome!
My Answer?
[size=medium]The AKG K-81 DJ.[/size]
Now..I've considered many many other phones, I am going to list a few and why they didn't meet my portable standards.
The ES7's were the most likely canidate I would have choosen. I've heard great things about them. My reason for not going for these was the size is just a little big for a portable for me. Also, I don't want to pay for headphones as expensive as these and have to bend them metal to have them look good *because they stick out alot before modded*. Not only that but I've read they hurt unless you bend the metal because they clamp so tight.
The Yuin G1A-G2A clip ons seem like the perfect headphone in EVERY ASPECT except for the leakage and lack of isolation. I like my music at high levels and since im going to be using these at school I can't have people hearing my music when i turn it up. Also, I ride the bus and I don't think they would cut it as far as isolation goes.
Sennheiser 228, I didn't go with right off the bat. 1st reason is lack of bass, second reason is I've read they are priced much higher than they are worth. But these phones are the perfect size for portability IMO.
I know some of you all may think I've completely missed out on other great options such as the SR-60's. I considered them, they aren't SUPER big and are all black which I like, but they are, correct me if I'm wrong, open headphones and very audible to others when the volume is raised.
So, now I'm here. Feeling pretty certain. But yet I am still hesitant. I would really like to hear from K-81 users as well as users of other 'portable' closed headphones, to see what you all have to say. I'm very open to other options, but keep in mind portability is very important to me.
Thanks for reading this much I'd like to hear what you guys have to say and if you think I've found my match.
I have never used the K-81's this is all based on what I've read on here and other sites.
Find, Highest Quality, Most Portable, Closed Headphone *with minimal leakage* (also with decent bass because I listen to mostly Rap) for under or equal to $150.
I think I have done it and I am more than open to any objections, guidance from experienced members is always welcome!
My Answer?
[size=medium]The AKG K-81 DJ.[/size]
Now..I've considered many many other phones, I am going to list a few and why they didn't meet my portable standards.
The ES7's were the most likely canidate I would have choosen. I've heard great things about them. My reason for not going for these was the size is just a little big for a portable for me. Also, I don't want to pay for headphones as expensive as these and have to bend them metal to have them look good *because they stick out alot before modded*. Not only that but I've read they hurt unless you bend the metal because they clamp so tight.
The Yuin G1A-G2A clip ons seem like the perfect headphone in EVERY ASPECT except for the leakage and lack of isolation. I like my music at high levels and since im going to be using these at school I can't have people hearing my music when i turn it up. Also, I ride the bus and I don't think they would cut it as far as isolation goes.
Sennheiser 228, I didn't go with right off the bat. 1st reason is lack of bass, second reason is I've read they are priced much higher than they are worth. But these phones are the perfect size for portability IMO.
I know some of you all may think I've completely missed out on other great options such as the SR-60's. I considered them, they aren't SUPER big and are all black which I like, but they are, correct me if I'm wrong, open headphones and very audible to others when the volume is raised.
So, now I'm here. Feeling pretty certain. But yet I am still hesitant. I would really like to hear from K-81 users as well as users of other 'portable' closed headphones, to see what you all have to say. I'm very open to other options, but keep in mind portability is very important to me.
Thanks for reading this much I'd like to hear what you guys have to say and if you think I've found my match.
I have never used the K-81's this is all based on what I've read on here and other sites.