What Kind of Headphones do You Use?

[Reuniclus]

I've tried using both headphones and earbuds to listen to music, however, I prefer using earbuds as they're easy to wear and you get a more clear sound out of them. More specifically, I use SkullCandy earbuds; as it is my favorite brand.

So what kind of headphones/earbuds do you guys use to listen to music?

[Cat333Pokémon]

I've had good experiences with Sony headphones, and earbuds are annoying in that they tend to fall out of my ears unless they have rubber cones like the ones Reun posted.

At the moment, I currently use Sony MDR-V150 studio monitors:

[DiamondEdge]

These little things here.

I've always used JVC's brands of these headphones for years. This is only the most recent model I've bought from them.

[Fubab_107]

Mine aren't in the best shape, but it is what I use to play games.

[PokeRemixStudio]

Sennheisers, HD 555

[TurtwigX]

Well well well, since I listen to music about 14 of the 18 hours I am awake, I always have to have some sort of headphoneware on me at all times.
My current fancy are these: While not being quite that loud, they're great quality and noise cancelling. I can see myself using these for years.
My earphone parallels (That I've been through THREE pairs of already) are these: I dunno how or why they break so fast, but they're LOUD AND GREAT. Functional, and in a nice shade of blue.

[DashArmy]

I love me some Gumy's.

[tymp]

About a year ago I went to the local audio equipment store and the guy there recommended me Grados.



I have the SR80i.

Originally Posted by DashArmy

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I love me some Gumy's.

Best earphones in the thread. Kicks everyone else's crap to the curb.

[NismoZ]

After going through lots of various pairs of headphones, I've gotten to a pair of Skullcandy GIs.

[Quadcentruo]

Pretty good sound quality and it has a mic for my recording needs, so double win there.

[LugiaDialga]

I have two pairs of headphones/earphones that I actively use. The main earbuds I have that I use for just about everything as their my genral all-day ones are the Skullcandy Fix (without the weird cone thingies, they don't fit nor stay in my ears that way). I guess it's pretty obvious what my favorite brand is. I've had the JVC Gummy ones before and I did not like them too much.

My more heavy-duty headsets are what I use for when I'm working with FL Studio to make remixes or any other musical compositions. I do sometimes use them to listen to some music as well, usually Hardstyle as it has some really powerful bass.

[Blood Swampert]

I despise the rubber-tipped earbuds. They NEVER stay in my ears!!
For my iPod I use the default earbuds, and for my computer I use a Logitech USB Headset H390. This is the second one I bought when my first one died after a year.

[Twiggy]

I'm using the pair supplied with my Lumia 900. I do prefer these kind of earphones - the kind that doesn't go into your ear canal at all. I'm not a fan of big headsets, nor in-ear phones. These are too heavy and uncomfortable, and tend to block out sounds.

[TurtwigX]

Originally Posted by Twiggy

I'm using the pair supplied with my Lumia 900. I do prefer these kind of earphones - the kind that doesn't go into your ear canal at all. I'm not a fan of big headsets, nor in-ear phones. These are too heavy and uncomfortable, and tend to block out sounds.

Let's give it up for the specific reason as to WHY I'M FED UP WITH EARPHONES! I swear, the ones I see don't last as long as headphones, and the ones I have'll last me years. That'll be a first.

[Quadcentruo]

Originally Posted by Twiggy

I'm using the pair supplied with my Lumia 900. I do prefer these kind of earphones - the kind that doesn't go into your ear canal at all. I'm not a fan of big headsets, nor in-ear phones. These are too heavy and uncomfortable, and tend to block out sounds.

So you're a fan of headphones that just float next to your ear rather than rest on it.

[Blood Swampert]

Originally Posted by TurtwigX

Let's give it up for the specific reason as to WHY I'M FED UP WITH EARPHONES!

Isn't that their intended purpose?

[TurtwigX]

Originally Posted by Blood Swampert

Isn't that their intended purpose?

Their purpose is to muffle out the noise of the world, not muffle the music you're trying to listen to. If I'm listening to a song, I want it to sound nice, crisp, and clear. I noticed that when I used earphones, a lot of the time I was adjusting them because they were too uncomfortable or the music didn't sound good enough.

[Twiggy]

Originally Posted by Quadcentruo

So you're a fan of headphones that just float next to your ear rather than rest on it.

Probably because it hurts.

[Blood Swampert]

Originally Posted by Twiggy

Probably because it hurts.

Sometimes at first, but you get used to it. I still have to break this new pair in, they're still really tight.

[Twiggy]

Originally Posted by Blood Swampert

Sometimes at first, but you get used to it. I still have to break this new pair in, they're still really tight.

Even after they break in, sometimes, it's too much bass that kills th experience. I don't want my music to be boomy. I want my music to be clear. I guess in-ear phones won't do for me.

[Blood Swampert]

Originally Posted by Twiggy

Even after they break in, sometimes, it's too much bass that kills th experience. I don't want my music to be boomy. I want my music to be clear. I guess in-ear phones won't do for me.

See, I like the bass in music. Nothing's sweeter than the sound of a bass guitar rockin' out. But I do see where you're coming from.

[Twiggy]

Originally Posted by Blood Swampert

See, I like the bass in music. Nothing's sweeter than the sound of a bass guitar rockin' out. But I do see where you're coming from.

I do love bass. I just don't like it when highs are being cut off.

[Blood Swampert]

Originally Posted by Twiggy

I do love bass. I just don't like it when highs are being cut off.

This is kind of a stupid question, but why don't you just try to find the equalizer settings or, if possible, find some sound equalizing freeware?

[Twiggy]

Originally Posted by Blood Swampert

This is kind of a stupid question, but why don't you just try to find the equalizer settings or, if possible, find some sound equalizing freeware?

There's the problem. Not on my phone or 3DS. I prefer something that strikes a good balance from the get-go and doesn't require further tweaking without messing around with the equalizer. The audio stream isn't preserved by the time it reaches the external output. Besides, some equalizers clamp output...sometimes causing uneven loudness.

[Blood Swampert]

Originally Posted by Twiggy

There's the problem. Not on my phone or 3DS. I prefer something that strikes a good balance from the get-go and doesn't require further tweaking without messing around with the equalizer. The audio stream isn't preserved by the time it reaches the external output. Besides, some equalizers clamp output...sometimes causing uneven loudness.

Ah. I assumed we were sticking to computers here.

[TurtwigX]

Originally Posted by Blood Swampert

See, I like the bass in music. Nothing's sweeter than the sound of a bass guitar rockin' out. But I do see where you're coming from.

Okay, so the bass guitar IS one my ultimate favorites and my dream instrument, but that doesn't mean it has to take over the other sounds.

[Shiny]

I dislike earphones. I've broken them way too mant times.
So now I just use these iHome headphones, but those aren't even that great either.

[Luxray13579]

As outrageous as it sounds, I use the earphones from West Jet Airlines that I got on our way home from New York. Not the typical super ugly headset with the two prongs, they have REAL earphones you can use with all of your devices. Anyway, they're made of some special wood that is supposed to improve sound quality. As far as I'm concerned, they're the most crystal clear and crisp-sounding earbuds I've ever used. Oh, and they're noise cancelling so while I'm mowing the lawn, I'd have them at less than half volume on my phone (my primary device for music) because I can barely even hear a LAWN MOWER. They're awesome. Best $10 I ever spent.

[Squirtle102]

Turtle Beach Ear Force Z1

[Twiggy]

Now that I've looking at all these headphones, I've always wondered about this: if only there was something high-quality and lightweight...

Guess that's not happening anytime soon. Not that it matters, as the supplied phones are already a great improvement.

I think these in-ear earphones are only good at making you hear muffled noises. Booming bass, weak everything else, and you have to make sure that you have worn them in the exact way you want it... the problem doesn't appear with the kind of phones that I'm using right now.

[blueumbreon]

I'm bouncing around Sony MDR-XD200s and my sister's Diddy Beats (which she never uses). They both sound nice to me and I would recommend both.

[Arceus is Epic]

I use my normal iPod earbuds, but I'm hoping for headset ones soon. I like those more and they don't irritate my ears.

[The Spirit of Time]

I am using very cheap, brand-less headphones. They are working fine.

[GTP_NickSkyline]

I've had several pairs of earbuds, and eventually moved on to headphones.

The headphones I'm using now are Sony MDR-ZX100.



I don't know if I should buy the headphones that Dr. Dre made...does anyone want me to (the Sony headphones were $35, and Dr. Dre's cost up to $400)? Those are made of aluminum, so according to the website, they give off more bass compared to the headphones made of plastic. I really want to demo these, but I think I'm going to wait a couple years.