Best headphones

[Lucas-Lehmer]

Hallo everbody,

I'm thinking of buying myself a new headphone by Christmas or so.
A headphone. Yes, not a headset, because a microphone is not necessary for me.

Because I frequently listen to classical music "quality of sound" is the major issue here! I don't want to comprimize on this aspect, despite the undoubtebly corresponding price tag.

Further specs:

1. Phones must be wireless (without loss of quality).
2. Phones must be closed at the back.
3. Phones must be circumaural.
4. Phones must fit comfortably during many hours.
5. Phones must contain a good noise reduction system.

Personnally I was thinking at a headphone system from Beyer Dynamic, Sennheiser, Philips, Sony or Pioneer, but what is now, according to you guys, the best system in the market?

Let's assume for now that there are no budget limitations.

Many thanks!
Lucas.

 

[phauxshaux]

Lucas,

Check out audio technica there recommanded by alot of audiophiles. Go to http://head-fi.org/.

Also read my post a few down from this one at the moment title best 5.1 headphones.

IMO wirless and quality is a bit of a oxymoron.

 

[halcyon]

It seems that getting all the ingredients you're looking for may represent a bit of a challenge...noise canceling & wireless with good sound quality (with descent bass response?). However, check...

http://www.headphone.com/guide/by-headphone-type/wireless-type/

Enjoy. HeadRoom is one of the best sources for headphone information and the headphones themselves.

Also check http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=2 . Happy hunting.

 

[r0x0r]

Lucas,


IMO wirless and quality is a bit of a oxymoron.

True, and wireless headphones won`t be very comfortable for long periods of time either because of the extra heft from the battery & receiver.

I listen to a lot of classical as well, and I use Sony MDR-F1 cans. However, they are only really good for quiet environments because a lot of noise gets through. SQ and comfort rocks harder than granite though.

If you`re serious about money being no object, check these out:

http://www.smr-home-theatre.org/ces2001/accessories/image_014.shtml

As for the best system for your needs... I would recommend you buy wired headphones. Can you think of anything else you want/need from your headphones?