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What headphones do you use?
Posted on: 20.04.2012 by Tova Duignan
Hello everybody, as a new guy in the DJTT community s i have been searching for a couple of days now for a headphone thread and i didnt seem to find one. Today i took action and created one for us. So :

Tell us what headphones do you use or which ones do you hope to get in the future, also share your opinions on them.
Tova Duignan
22.04.2012		That's one thing they do 100% perfectly for sure!
Khadijah Bucker
22.04.2012		Oh I'd have them lol they look cool
Tova Duignan
22.04.2012		So in the end the whole point stands at the price, but if lets say they all cost 150$, then what?
Khadijah Bucker
22.04.2012		I'd have mixrs if they were cheaper, same price as my pioneers and I'd have been sold. I love my solo hd's but got them with 25% off, wouldn't have paid full price.
Addie Engbrecht
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by AtgAni
I don't mean to enter into a debate because like you say they're just headphones and I agree these aren't headphones for dj's. But image is a very valid consideration for a purchase, everyone likes to look good. I wouldn't buy crap looking clothes in an attempt to avoid being a sheep.
I'm gonna agree with almost everything you said, except the part about them not being for DJ's. I have a pair of custom Beats Pro that I wear to gigs. I also have a pair of HDJ-2000's. I honestly believe the 2000's sound a little better. So why don't I take the best sounding pair w/ me? Cause all I need my headphones to do for me at gigs is have good volume and decent isolation. Heck, most of the time I'm only using one ear cup. It's not like I'm producing music while I'm at a gig. Now if you don't have a lot of money and you plan on mixing a lot at home or whatever in your headphones only then I would def say dont buy the Beats. There are better sounding and cheaper alternatives.
Rolanda Clodfelder
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by AtgAni
I don't mean to enter into a debate because like you say they're just headphones and I agree these aren't headphones for dj's.
Well actually thats exactly what they are, at least what they are designed to be ... and in fairness they DO look good and look like they will last and are most probably fine for DJ'ing. A DJ doesn't need production quality sound, a DJ headphone (IMHO) needs to be able to cut though a few thousand watts of PA and in many cases super loud Monitors while isolating the outside sound and without distorting like crazy, I'm sure they tick these boxes quite well.

Now IF they sounded as good in a studio setup as HD25 as well as just on stage I would probably fully endorse them at the current price (as there's not much difference in price of 25's). BUT as they are (Insert Smily face EQ curve!) I'd probably be willing to pay $150 and use them Soley for gig use.

BTW I'm talking specifically about the Mixr's and not the other beats phones.

Beats aren't "Bad" when it comes to making headphones, they just massively inflate the price of pretty "nice" headphones and have every tom dick and harry big name endorse them - big names that the majority of Underground Jocks hate, and the overground jocks love to hate on.

Now if beats were to create an EGE or Richie Hawtin Editon would beats still be a hated brand - me wonders ?
Khadijah Bucker
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by MyUsername
About the beats, it's my right to dislike them, there is nothing you can do about, it's merely an opinion of a person you have never met. The reason why they disgust me is the fact that they are overpriced and are marketed towards people who care about looks, image, status, what is considered hip by the sheep of todays society. Some of wich are full-on white trash scum of the earth douchebags.
I don't mean to enter into a debate because like you say they're just headphones and I agree these aren't headphones for dj's. But image is a very valid consideration for a purchase, everyone likes to look good. I wouldn't buy crap looking clothes in an attempt to avoid being a sheep.
Addie Engbrecht
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by MyUsername
AAAAAW did I hurt your feelings ?
You 're mad because I said I really dislike a product you own ? Really ? Welcome to the internet, shit like this happens on a daily basis.
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I don't believe you read what he wrote correctly. He's not mad cause you dislike them, he's disgruntled over the fact that you have little experience on the subject, yet you decided to make an off-topic comment/bashing of a product, when you reallly should be keeping quiet or keeping it on-topic. Since we all know now that you have no real knowledge of the product, you certainly should not be copying the thoughts of every hipster doofus on internet community s about how Beats are the devil either.
Nereida Jasnoch
22.04.2012		Now for a post that is actually helpful. If you want some in depth reviews check this out:
http://www.skratchworx.com/reviews_other.php
Especially the group test.
Nereida Jasnoch
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by The Mighty FV
So let me get this right....you know absolutely sod all about headphones but want to put down Beats by Dre? Nice...I like that.

Firstly, come back to this topic in a few years when you've had a career and gone through the entire range of decent headphones out there - like I have.

I have owned every decent pair of headphones on the market, through purchase and sponsorship - I now use Beats Dre Pro for weekly international shows and Beats Studio for using on the road/planes/hotel rooms.

The sound quality is superb, I have sennheisers, Technics, Sonys at home but for me, infront of thousands or on the road writing, Beats are bringing it straight to my ears right.
AAAAAW did I hurt your feelings ?
You 're mad because I said I really dislike a product you own ? Really ? Welcome to the internet, shit like this happens on a daily basis.

Granted, I haven't gone through 2 dozen headphones like you. I'm just here to pass accurate information to the OP, I'm just trying to be helpful. After using a product for almost a year I can share some useful information.

About the beats, it's my right to dislike them, there is nothing you can do about, it's merely an opinion of a person you have never met. The reason why they disgust me is the fact that they are overpriced and are marketed towards people who care about looks, image, status, what is considered hip by the sheep of todays society. Some of wich are full-on white trash scum of the earth douchebags.

Now I'm not saying you are a douchebag, I've never met you, but I can deduct you it only takes a bad word about something you like to make you snap. Now, I hope we can all put this behind us and get on with our day. Because hey, we're talking about headphones here, not ending world hunger or curing cancer or finding the reason we exist, no just electronics surrounded by synthetic material that produce a sound. This actually matters very little. Good day sir.
Tova Duignan
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by The Mighty FV
I have owned every decent pair of headphones on the market, through purchase and sponsorship - I now use Beats Dre Pro for weekly international shows and Beats Studio for using on the road/planes/hotel rooms.
You do realize that the studios have maybe they worst sound in their price range/class. Although the pros are decent but not exactly good due to their price tag and weight that for someone who is playing 4+ hours straight may cause him neck problems.

Originally Posted by technics_wilson
The AIAIAI headphones, are very good, and very well built.
I remember in amazon someone bought 2 pairs and they both showed cracks after 2 months of use, that should make you rebelieve the durability of the tma-1s.
Khadijah Bucker
22.04.2012		The only people who slag off beats are generally the ones with no experience of them. I believe they're excellent. I wouldn't use them for dj'ing because the studios need batteries and the pro's are too expensive for me. And mixrs have an unfortunate image due to mr guetta
Rebecka Ilar
22.04.2012		The AIAIAI headphones, are very good, and very well built.
Joesph Kasian
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by MyUsername
No, I had some DJ friends when I started out and they said don't underestimate how important the headphones are.
So I started off with great headphones.

Later when I got the V-Moda the same guys (those DJ friends) tried the headphones and what struck them the most is how comfortable they are and that they seal off everything very well. I believe that 1 one em had HDJ-500s and another had Xone headphones.
So let me get this right....you know absolutely sod all about headphones but want to put down Beats by Dre? Nice...I like that.

Firstly, come back to this topic in a few years when you've had a career and gone through the entire range of decent headphones out there - like I have.

I have owned every decent pair of headphones on the market, through purchase and sponsorship - I now use Beats Dre Pro for weekly international shows and Beats Studio for using on the road/planes/hotel rooms.

The sound quality is superb, I have sennheisers, Technics, Sonys at home but for me, infront of thousands or on the road writing, Beats are bringing it straight to my ears right.
Khadijah Bucker
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by Melkon
Frankly the HDJ1000s were total crap, had 3 friends that had them djing daily for 5+ hours, all three pairs broke down(the hinges broke), not to mention the really muddy sound they had. About the 2000s i can say that they are really durable even though the guy that i worked with had them and his pair broke down at the place where the little metal piece (that extends their length) was and their sound wasn't so impressive also.
I've got the limited edition ones in black, supposedly they're stronger but only time will tell!
Nereida Jasnoch
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by Melkon
Can you compare them with any other headphones that you have used?
No, I had some DJ friends when I started out and they said don't underestimate how important the headphones are.
So I started off with great headphones.

Later when I got the V-Moda the same guys (those DJ friends) tried the headphones and what struck them the most is how comfortable they are and that they seal off everything very well. I believe that 1 one em had HDJ-500s and another had Xone headphones.
Tova Duignan
22.04.2012		Can you compare them with any other headphones that you have used?
Nereida Jasnoch
22.04.2012
Originally Posted by Melkon
@MyUsername What about the lack of the swivel function?
Cueing with one ear and having the other ear free is no problem at all, the headband is very flexible.
Tova Duignan
22.04.2012		@MyUsername What about the lack of the swivel function?
Isa Erik
22.04.2012		I use the AKG K181 DJ, an excellent over the ear DJ model
I highly recommend themAKG_K181_DJ_1.jpg
Nereida Jasnoch
22.04.2012		First of I would like to share with that I'd rather anally insert a cactus and leave it in for three days then be seen in public with beats by dre or mixrs for that matter.

That being said, I got my V-Moda crossfade LP's (gunmetal black) almost a year now.
What I like about them:
-They look great, they do attract people with questions about the headphones so it's great that they make you stand in a not very douchey way.
-Good (not perfect) sound isolation
-Sound great, more then the full human hearing range, they are bass heavy but that only helps you identify the kicks when beatmatching
-Comes with a long kevlar reinforced cord and a similar shorter one with ipod controls and mic, in other words perfect for everyday use
-comes with hardcase
-after one year of use they still have no signs of wear and tear
-They sit comfortable on your head, although after 2-3 hours I like to take a break and take em off to rest my ears a bit
-lifelong warranty

What I don't like about them (and the reason why I might replace them in the distant future with technics):
-They do not sit comfortable in your neck, sometimes when mixing I feel like I NEED to hear the what's coming through the main PA, for example when I'm adjusting the EQs with both songs in the mix already, so then I wear them in my neck, but they are so bulky it's difficult to tilt your head down and look at the mixer because they are so big they constrict the movements of your head.

If you have any questions about the V-modas I'll be happy to help you out.
Tova Duignan
22.04.2012		Frankly the HDJ1000s were total crap, had 3 friends that had them djing daily for 5+ hours, all three pairs broke down(the hinges broke), not to mention the really muddy sound they had. About the 2000s i can say that they are really durable even though the guy that i worked with had them and his pair broke down at the place where the little metal piece (that extends their length) was and their sound wasn't so impressive also.
Fidelia Messing
22.04.2012		using the good old Technics Rp-Dh 1200 worked for me for over 5 years and are now looking a little beat up (mainly the ear pads are worn through). i am really considering getting a new pair and using these as back ups. gonna have to decide between getting a new pair of technics or the pioneer hdj2000
Nyla Panes
21.04.2012		I am using HDJ 500's little brother of the 1000's which I use to use.
Smaller more compact and light weight, loud enough for the club environment and love the swing arm
Khadijah Bucker
21.04.2012		I've got hdj-1000, will probably try out the senheisers at some point.
I've also got beats solo hd, and while I don't use thm to dj they sound very good so I'd probably consider the mixrs if they weren't so expensive
Tova Duignan
21.04.2012		If you are on a budget i guess they would suffice.
Arnetta Koskinas
21.04.2012		3-30k freq response...they're no hd25's...the bass is a little on the heavy side...however they are 40% of the price so...
They're loud enough for me, and deliver sound well enough to mix in the loudest of situations...and that's good enough for what I need. They wouldn't serve me in the studio, but then again they aren't meant to...
Floria Regoli
21.04.2012		maybe they sound well... in soviet russia my friend!!!
Tova Duignan
21.04.2012		Killer sound on rellops, i choose not to believe it.
Arnetta Koskinas
21.04.2012		I just picked up the Reloop RHP 10's...(I'm short on cash at the moment...) The sound is killer...however they are very plasticy...and very tight on the ears...after about 2 hours they kinda hurt...I'm hoping they will break in more...I've only been doing 1 hour sets lately though so it hasn't become a problem live...just during extended practice sessions.
Tova Duignan
22.04.2012		Hehe i starting to believe that this is where i am heading towards...
Floria Regoli
21.04.2012		well give a try to the hd25... they are the best cans out there!!
Tova Duignan
21.04.2012		I can agree to the fact that the tma 1s and the vmoda headphones are great but the problem is that there is no place where i can test them here where i live. That being said to give such an amount of money in a pair of non swivel headphones(but flexible) would be a huge risk because i really dont know if their ergonomics will please me, making the swivel headphones(at least for now) a one way option...
Floria Regoli
20.04.2012		RP DJ 1200 are great...

also the tma1 from aiaiai... are awesome...

but the senheissers hd25 are the best headphone you can find on the market... i believe only the tmas are closer to this cans!!!
Rolanda Clodfelder
20.04.2012		1. Pack a mirror and iPod in a stylish bag

2. Go to headphone shop

3. Try Headphones to something you like while posing

4. Buy whatever makes you feel warm and fuzzy when you listen to the tunes look in the mirror.
Audrey Pinda
20.04.2012		I have owned the AIAIAI TMA-1's and the HDJ-2000's. I have friends who have the Xone 53's and the HDJ-1000's.

The HDJ-2000's are hands down the best headphones I've personally ever used, and they are the ones I use on a daily basis.

(That being said, I prefer over ear as opposed to on ear headphones, and it's a lot of personal comfort choice on that).
Rolanda Clodfelder
20.04.2012
Originally Posted by Melkon
I have used the 1210s for a bit and i was not impressed, both from the ergonomics and the sound.

They do but they don't swivel! If they did they would be the perfect choice!
Perhaps not, but they do twist in ways that most other "dj headphones" do not which make swivel unnecessary (much like my v6's) IMHO swivel is only a factor if the headband is solid and doesn't allow twisting motions.

Tova Duignan
20.04.2012
Originally Posted by slainbybeats
How about the Technics RP-DJ1210 or some Ultra Sone Pro 450 ?
I have used the 1210s for a bit and i was not impressed, both from the ergonomics and the sound.

Originally Posted by deevey
Vmoda's ? They certainly have the cool as funk unique look, and sound decent.
They do but they don't swivel! If they did they would be the perfect choice!
Rolanda Clodfelder
20.04.2012		Vmoda's ? They certainly have the cool as funk unique look, and sound decent.
Mariano Weigold
20.04.2012		How about the Technics RP-DJ1210 or some Ultra Sone Pro 450 ?

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