Hi, guys. Just started dipping my feet in the water. I did quite a bit of research and just figured I'd ask here, too. (Heard the community is great!)

Your rig: PC, ASUS Xonar Essence STX Sound Card
What type of usage: Music, Gaming, Music (In that order)
File format used in your source: FLAC (24-bit or lower), MP3
Genre of music you listen to: Metal, Rock, Ambient, Post-Rock, Chillstep Mixes, some dubsteps with vocals. (e.g. Avenged Sevenfold, Linkin Park, Asking Alexandria, Moby, One OK Rock, etc.)
Headphone/ earphone type: Open Back Over-Ear Headphone without microphone (if there's any that comes with)
Budget: RM500 - RM1000 (or 1.1k at most) but trying to squeeze the quality-price ratio.

Currently, I own a Sennheiser G4ME ZERO and looking to sell it since I don't game that much now. I also don't need the pull down mic from the headset since my brother just got a Blue Yeti USB microphone. I am sure there are other headphones out there currently that offers better sound quality, that's within my budget, for the set of priorities listed.

Was eyeing on the new Sennheiser Momentum (Not the old one) but not sure if it's a good choice for its price. Not even sure if it's an on-ear or over-ear headphone. Did a read on how magnificent both Beyer Dynamic DT 770 PRO and the Beyer Dynamic DT 990 PRO are! Whilst the Sennheiser HD 598 looks really gorgeous, I need to know if it's worth it and also for the Sennheiser HD 558. I know some of them are closed back but yea...

These are but a list to get me started, feel free to recommend something else.

This post has been edited by syabilng: Mar 26 2015, 11:42 PM

I can really vouch for this one. Both brand and model.

Any good but affordable amp for DT990?

Used the IE80 and compared it to the UE900 and I would say the IE80 sounds better, overall, considering the genre you listen to. Your mileage may vary.

Is the new Sennheiser Momentum wireless already in Malaysia?

Need help before purchasing. I currently own a PC and moving towards HTPC build. Currently no DAC purchased but I do have a built in sound card, Asus Xonar Essence STX which comes with built-in amp with 10.7ohm output impedance, which should suffice for the DT990 which gives a well good damping factor.

But for the SoundMagic, I definitely need an amp. Hence, where I need help. Is it worth getting both HP200 and a compatible amp over just the DT990? Or should I just stick with the DT990?

I have a broad taste in music like Rock, Chillstep, some dubstep, ambience, and pop culture.

Appreciate the suggestion! I got the sound card like wayyyy back when it was supposedly be the best soundcard for headphones. And at that time I wasn't into the details like any other audiophiles. Haha. I was not exposed. Some users from head-fi forum suggested the HP200 with Fiio E10K, too. Never thought of the day I'd sell my card till you mentioned it. Haha.

EDIT: I just remembered why I never thought of it. My brother uses the card for ASIO. Haha.

This post has been edited by syabilng: Apr 30 2015, 05:38 PM

I took another chance to try the DT990 again and I definitely love them. BUT despite being light and the most comfortable pair of cans I've tried, it comes down to portability and convenience. I go to work every day and only get to listen to the pair at home. Obviously I would not be able to bring those to work and blast away, lol.

After testings and weeks of research. I think I'd settle on a closed back cans for now. I love both open and closed for having their own characteristics and profile for reproducing and creating their own environment and to immerse their listeners. However, I find that closed back suit my daily routine for now. Maybe when I have a budget, I might just get the 990 for home-studio use. For now, I'm sticking to what I can do with them daily.

Was looking at the M40x and the M50x and would definitely consider them. The detachable cables are a plus in my case. However, I only got to try the M50x and the M70x. Been reading about the M40x being compared to the M50x and how the M40x can sound neutral but boring to some. And most reviews say that if you're not to critical about the difference between them, might as well get the M40x and a good amp. Some also say that the M50x has a 2-3dB higher bass or some sort and lower highs. Gonna have to try them myself and I'm gonna need recommendations on what amps is suitable for either. I'm always on a desktop and that's my source. Considering a Schiit Fulla but what do you guys think?

P/S: I also tried SonicSense's website just to get me started and narrow down my options when I did my research: http://www.sonicsense.com/resourcecenter/a...o?load=featured. They try to help you listen and mimic the headphone sounds as accurate as possible just to give you the idea on how the signature is like, I guess, nothing more you can do but to try out. But, best to get you started!

Cheers.

This post has been edited by syabilng: May 3 2015, 08:45 AM

Yes, it definitely is V shaped. I didn't quite like how the M100 and HP200 are built in terms of the cups. I have huge ears and my ears touched the cups inside.

What do you mean by this?

Yeap, that a bad thing?

Your rig: PC/Laptop, seldom with E10K DAC/Amp
What type of usage: Music (At work in the office)
File format used in your source: Mp3, and mostly FLAC ripped from vinyls
Genre of music you listen to: Wide genre. Rock, Metal, Pop, EDM, Ambient, Chillstep, Classic Rock.
Headphone/ earphone type: IEM
Budget: Around RM150

Not a basshead. Not looking for too sparkly treble, too. More neutral but punchiness in bass still present. Doesn't matter if it's warm but preferred.

Thank you! And yes, I have big ears. And a big head, so it's a bit clamy for me, I guess. Yeap, waiting for the shipment now! As for the IEMs, I'm trying out the Ostry KC06A (Slightly bump up budget). I like how it looks as well.

Morning all! Buying for a friend. Here are his preferences:

Budget: RM150 or lower

His rig: MP3 Players, iPhone, Macbook Pro
What type of usage: Mainly music, then movies
File format used in his source: MP3 - iTunes & Spotify
Genre of music you listen to: EDM, Ambient, Pop, Acoustic - Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oERJYbRU9Ts
Headphone / earphone type: No preferences
Other requirements (if any): Looking at sweatproof or waterproof but this is optional

Based on TS, it says:

RM100-299
Beyer MXP50iE
JVC HA-EBX5
HiFiMAN RE-300h
Ostry KC06
ATH IM50

Just asking for other options for me to look at.

This post has been edited by syabilng: Jun 20 2016, 11:00 AM