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Can anyone tell me what the frequency ratio stuff and what it means? I'm not sure if the higher it is, the better quality I get.

You want a low to high ratio.

For instance, Beats studios have a 20:20000 ratio I believe, in comparison to 3:28000 hertz. You're going to get a more clear, more crisp sound with a better frequency response.

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You want a low to high ratio.

For instance, Beats studios have a 20:20000 ratio I believe, in comparison to 3:28000 hertz. You're going to get a more clear, more crisp sound with a better frequency response.

So in a nutshell, like this right?

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090425155239AAhbZdP

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So in a nutshell, like this right?

http://answers.yahoo...25155239AAhbZdP

Basically, however, I would give the top answer to the other answer. But that basically describes it to you, I was just using frequency as one of the examples. If you see a set of headphones you like, just copy and paste the title and add reviews to the end on google, and you will get people who have had them and what they think of the sound, durability, etc.

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hmmm I know this is wayyy over my budget but I might save up a couple of pay checks for these babies.. Seems like they're better than the Beats and they look much more nicer than any other headphones I've seen. Cuz I'm looking for headphones that have a sleek design too if I can find any..

http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/sms-audio-sms-audio-street-by-50-over-ear-headphones-sms-wd-wht-white-sms-wd-wht/10223550.aspx?path=3b565f1a198db034b31b48cc3f12869ben02

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hmmm I know this is wayyy over my budget but I might save up a couple of pay checks for these babies.. Seems like they're better than the Beats and they look much more nicer than any other headphones I've seen. Cuz I'm looking for headphones that have a sleek design too if I can find any..

http://www.bestbuy.c...8cc3f12869ben02

To be honest, most headphones are a lot better than Beats. It sucks that people are using Beats as some sort of premium standard. I understand that Beats is the most convenient thought to mind when it comes to earphones/headphones but still, it is frustrating because people pay their hard-earned money and get disllusioned when they realize they paid so much money for what is essentially a scam.

Some great replies in this thread.

Again, it is best to go to a headphones store and listen to them before you buy. Audio-Technica is a really good brand and might be worth checking out.

http://reviews.cnet....7-33899646.html

And no, Best Buy doesn't count as a headphones store.

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Try out

Anything less than $150 would be a good price for me. I'll just keep looking.. I do like a couple I saw on Best Buy though.

http://www.bestbuy.c...a0234f58824en02

http://www.bestbuy.c...58433e84708en02

Try out a pair of these:

http://www.ultrasone.com/index.php/en/products/hfi-580.html

ultrasone-hfi-580_4d70e9d372bcb.jpg

http://www.goodcans.com/HeadphoneReviews/Reviewss/UltrasoneClosedCanReview.html

HFI-580: OK, here's where we're excited! You see, many of the spendier offerings from Sennheiser and AKG didn't impress us as being much, if any, better than the HD280Pro? But right off the bat, the Ultrasone HFI-580 is catching our ear. Better detail than the Senn in the mids and highs. Fuller sound. And even a fuller bass that doesn't take away from the detail of the mid's and highs! The headphone looks nice. Seems well built. Is easily driven, (maybe our favorite headphone directly from our Classic iPod for certain types of upbeat music?). Yes, at about the $190 price point, we can easily say we have not been quite as impressed with any other Closed Cans we've tried from other manufacturers as we are the Ultrasone HFI-580! Interesting note, the 580 has a 50mm driver, as compared to 40mm found on most other models. Perhaps this could account for the increased bass?
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Thanks! You're too kind! I am not quite a collector yet but one day, who knows?

That's awesome. Your current collection is wicked! What do you typically listen from? (What audio source?)

I've heard that aftermarket cables make a difference in sound - is it actually true? So, the stock cables actually limit the earphones? I haven't tried them before.

My current audio rig is my Macbook connected to an external DAC which feeds into a solid-state amplifier with a dedicated power source. The sennheisers are a bit more power hungry with their higher impedence so a bit more juice is required to drive them. Regarding aftermarket cables, its a pretty opinionated topic. Some people claim it's 'snake-oil' and any changes are entirely placebic, while some people swear by them. I've gone through an assortment on different headphones - some which have been pretty pricey and the vast majority I couldn't discern any real difference in sound quality. Biggest changes came from cable swaps on my JH-Audio's which I purchased from Moon Audio. Yet again, it wasn't really justifiable for the price so I'm back to the stock ones!

I wouldn't really bother with cables at all to be honest. Biggest thing is having a good source and ensuring music is at a high bitrate.

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What?.... No mention of M E Electronics yet?

http://www.meelec.com/

The best earphones you will get under $200, and they cost $20-$40.

I would take this statement with a grain of salt. For the record, I haven't heard that particular earphone but obviously you must have. In that case, let's ask a few questions:

What standard are you using to determine it is the best under $200 dollars? Which earphones have you listened to to compare it with? What is the sound signature on the earphone? How does the earphones handle the specific nuances of music?

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To be honest, most headphones are a lot better than Beats. It sucks that people are using Beats as some sort of premium standard. I understand that Beats is the most convenient thought to mind when it comes to earphones/headphones but still, it is frustrating because people pay their hard-earned money and get disllusioned when they realize they paid so much money for what is essentially a scam.

Some great replies in this thread.

Again, it is best to go to a headphones store and listen to them before you buy. Audio-Technica is a really good brand and might be worth checking out.

http://reviews.cnet....7-33899646.html

And no, Best Buy doesn't count as a headphones store.

Haha only reason I keep bringing in Best Buy links are because I can get a discount on them

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My wife just recently bought me the Sennheiser ]http://www.trustedre...dphones_review] IE60 headphones (they were half off) and they sound pretty good. Would never pay the $250-$300 for them. The IE80s are supposedly really good but again, are about $450-$500.

Also if you guys listen to music on your ipods/iphones check out the Capriccio app, there is a free version or paid but both are basically the same (ads on the free version). It's a great app and reads all formats of music, including FLAC which is the reason I downloaded it. You have to add FLAC files differently than you do regular music with itunes though, research or I can help you out.

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I think Sennheisers are a good brand overall, but they do make some 'bad' entry level stuff. I think the Klipsch earphones at that price are a good choice though. I haven't heard them personally but do try to listen to them if you can. I think Klipsch sound signature tends to be on the bassy side though, which is good if you like some bass-oriented music.

Not sure if they're the bee's knees (cool term though!) because Klipsch does make some really expensive earphones (check out the X10i for example!), though price doesn't necessarily define quality. It's worth checking out though ;)

Are you planning on using them with a phone? (I see the mic buttons)

Yeah, that was a goof, I meant to post the S4i IIs, which are also on sale. I've soured on the endeavor though. I figure boxing day is just around the corner, and it'll be a good chance to catch a few pair on blowouts.

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Yeah, that was a goof, I meant to post the S4i IIs, which are also on sale. I've soured on the endeavor though. I figure boxing day is just around the corner, and it'll be a good chance to catch a few pair on blowouts.

Boxing day sales are a sham. You can get as good or even better deals throughout the year. Most places also have a price guarantee that if it goes lower in say 30 days, you get refunded the difference.

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Looking for good quality over the ear headphones. I don't care much for bass/ DJ headphones more just looking for good quality music listening.. If that makes sense haha. Any recommendations? I've heard good things about dr Dre but I'd buy them off Craigslist since they are way too expensive in stores

Best bet is to read previous responses in this topic about the Dre's.
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Looking for good quality over the ear headphones. I don't care much for bass/ DJ headphones more just looking for good quality music listening.. If that makes sense haha. Any recommendations? I've heard good things about dr Dre but I'd buy them off Craigslist since they are way too expensive in stores

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