Sorry for the lengthy post
Hey guys I was reading here and while I thought I was set on hd-25s I was checking out the v-moda crossfades online today.
Anyone have an opinion on them? I watched some youtube reviews and many said that aren't true to sound with a little more bass than normal and more for general listening. That doesn't bother me too much but how do you think they weigh out dollar for dollar in comparison to the hd-25s?
Obviously the hd-25s are better and would be my first choice but they are also like $75 more (about $115 compared with $200) which is a lot of money for a teenager who is saving up for college.
I have never used good headphones before in my life so obviously either of these are going to sound godly to me so as long as they're pretty true with a good kick of bass is pretty much what I want.
Comfortability/light weight is also a pretty important feature to have as my major is pretty difficult and will require many hours of study so having something that won't hurt is important. Not sure if this is a big deal breaker with the senns as some people have said they can be pretty tight on the ears but I have an average sized head so not sure.
Noise isolation: this just means how much sound they block out right, I don't want to confuse this with noise cancelling which I don't need. The senns have better isolation but I really don't know how much I need. I am only in my room right now but want to play at frat houses next year so it shouldn't be too loud there.
Durability: As much as I'd like to say I would take absolute best care of them, I feel like I am not the most careful person. Not that I would toss them around or anything but if I forget about them in my backpack and then accidentally step on my backpack while it's on the floor.
I know that v-moda has a pretty good warranty and 50% off for the rest of your life if you damage them, so that's pretty enticing. Not sure about senns.
Summary: need something comfortable, good for everyday/casual/library use, will not be worn to the gym, not used for producing, will maybe be used for house parties but i'm far from that point, spending less money would be ideal here but if the senns truly are much better I can drop the cash.
Also saw these but kinda pricey in comparison to the crossfades but seem better and more like the senns.
http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-True-Blood-V-80-Noise-Isolating/dp/B0058M3RXW"]Amazon.com: V-MODA for True Blood V-80 On-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal Headphone: Electronics
Amazon.com: V-MODA Crossfade LP2 Limited Edition Over-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal Headphone (Matte Black): Electronics
Amazon.com: V-MODA Crossfade LP Over-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal Headphone (Phantom Chrome): Electronics
Can't find the exact senns on amazon
Also if anyone has knowledge of where I can get senns under $200 that would be awesome. It seems that $115-$120 is a pretty common price for the crossfades on ebay, but not sure if I should buy from ebay.
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