2+2=5 wrote:my suggestion
for recording --- AKG K240s (semi-open) or Sennheiser HD280 Pro (closed)
for mixing --- AKG K240DF (semi-open) or Beyerdynamic DT990 pro (open)
i use DT990 Pro at present, sounds perfect, all open, it's not very ideal for recording, but for mixing or just have fun with music, it's amazing~
good dynamic range, very clear details, high diffusion, and another big reason, it's very comfortable when using, even though for a longtime listen, not easy to get tired
K240DF is good as well, mid range response is perfect, but the low end is pretty lacking, and a little bit weak at the high freq. resolution
Which DT990 do you use? Ppl tend to suggest the 600 ohm for the best result, but I'm not an audiophile and don't wanna spend more money to any stupid headphone amps.. I've had the 880 premium before at 250 ohm and I could barely hear a thing. Not sure I'll get the best result with the 32 ohm though. Not sure about the comparison between both (880 & 990).
So far I'm loving the hell out of this Q701, a lot. The sounds are just right for me, but it doesn't fit in my head right and I'm not sure if I want to get something with similar design again. The bumps on the headband doesn't really bother me as much as other ppl have complained, but if the headband could retract longer it will fit better so it won't pull my ears up. Yiddi yadda, nevermind the stupid technical wanna be reviews.