Cory Kaseman Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 I use Directsound EX-29s http://www.extremeheadphones.com/ I have 2 sets, one is the older style and one is the newer style. I only just got the newer ones so I haven't really field-tested them yet, but the older pair I have are plenty comfortable to wear for long days. I did a shoot not too long ago that was 16-18 hours a day, 7 days a week, for 3 solid weeks, and although every OTHER part of my body was all but destroyed by the end of it (one man sound crew...), my ears were fine. They are also extremely durable. My own pair has suffered quite a bit of abuse over the time I've owned it and come out with nothing more than a few scuffs and scratches. And if anything does break, they're designed so all the parts are easy to replace. They've also got great customer service. It's the kind of business where if you send them an email, the guy who writes back is the guy who owns the company. The only downside I've found is also is my favorite feature... they have, as the name suggests, quite a bit of isolation. So you will absolutely not be able to hear anything that's not coming through your mixer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Hurley Posted December 14, 2010 Report Share Posted December 14, 2010 Hi, I would be grateful if anyone here can give me some info/comments about the Ultrasone PRO650 headphones as I am thinking of buying a pair for monitoring location sound recordings. The Ultrasone website has no info about them. Thanks in advance, Neil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukas Morawski Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 Hi, I use 7506 with the softpads from Beyerdynamic, perfect combination. It's much more comfortable and it isolates the ears from the enviroment even better. Great for work in cold weather. In the summer also not that bad, much better than the standard earpads anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Toline Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 Hi, I would be grateful if anyone here can give me some info/comments about the Ultrasone PRO650 headphones as I am thinking of buying a pair for monitoring location sound recordings. The Ultrasone website has no info about them. Thanks in advance, Neil I'm not sure of the difference if any but I use the HFI 680 and love them. I made the switch from Sony 7506 about 4 years ago and never regretted it. The Ultrasones have a less compressed soundfield than the Sonys and are more comfortable to wear. One caveat is that it will take a bit of time to adjust to the sound of the Ultrasones but after you do you'll appreciate them. Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisnewton Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 Slightly off topic, but.. Any Audio Technica ATH-M50 users replaced their ear pads, and are there any alternatives to the stock pads (like the soft, velvety Beyers)? Just wondering. It looks like the Beyer velvety things won't fit my ATH-M50s. Chris Newton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justanross Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 Slightly off topic, but.. Any Audio Technica ATH-M50 users replaced their ear pads, and are there any alternatives to the stock pads (like the soft, velvety Beyers)? Just wondering. It looks like the Beyer velvety things won't fit my ATH-M50s. Chris Newton I'd also like to know. Mine are looking pretty rough these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Toline Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 I'd also like to know. Mine are looking pretty rough these days. Do a search for Garfield HeadPhone Softies about $18 a set. Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Mallery Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 7506's here with replacement soft ear pads, +1 HD25's I find awful +1 Try a few pairs on, or buy a couple of different pairs expecting to sell the ones you don't like if you can't trial them anywhere. +1 Next time I'm going to get a pair of DT 770 Pro. No need to add better earpads because the stock ones are velvety smooth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studiomprd Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 I put Garfield's (or Clear Com ear socks) over them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 FWIW -- I tried the Garfields but much prefer the Beyer cushions on both Sony 7506 and HN-7506 cans. John B., CAS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Hoppe Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 FWIW -- I tried the Garfields but much prefer the Beyer cushions on both Sony 7506 and HN-7506 cans. John B., CAS I agree. The Garfields are soft and cozy, but they reduce the isolation. I also much prefer the Beyer cushions on the 7506s. Not only are they more comfortable than both the stock earpads, but I feel like they offer better isolation as well. Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studiomprd Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 the Clear-Com ear socks are thinner than Garfield's, and preserve a better seal, and audio transparency... they come in a wide variety of colors: black! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael McQueen Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 are these the beyer pads you guys are talking about? http://www.trewaudio.com/store/product.php?productid=248&cat=110&page=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Gilchrist Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 are these the beyer pads you guys are talking about? http://www.trewaudio.com/store/product.php?productid=248&cat=110&page=1 Nope, these are the ones: http://www.bswusa.com/proditem.asp?item=942704 Best regards, Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPSharman Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 FWIW -- I tried the Garfields but much prefer the Beyer cushions on both Sony 7506 and HN-7506 cans. John B., CAS Me too! But I actually use the DT250s I also own some 7506s with the DT250 pads Either way you can't go wrong. Good comfort and good sound on both. I prefer my Beyers a little bit more, however. Robert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 Nope, these are the ones: http://www.bswusa.com/proditem.asp?item=942704 Best regards, For those wondering: There is a pad that comes with them that covers the area inside the hole to help cushion the ears. Also, it's hard to tell in the photo, but the cushions are velour covered. Comfy. JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFASound Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 +1 for DT 770s. I can wear those for days and still be a happy camper. Best, Jesse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProSound Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 +1 for DT 770s. I can wear those for days and still be a happy camper. Best, Jesse +2 for me too I have been using DT 770 since 2000 they hold up great and I find them super comfortable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martijn scholte Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 +1 for the dt770 pro 80 Ohm model (for devices with lower output) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Sorensen Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 I am currently using Sennheiser HD 280 pro head phones. Great isolation. Listening at a lower level. Rests completely on the skull, not touching the ears. $99.00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadoStefanov Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 long time HD280 uer. switched to hd25 last tear and never turned back. Coiled cable is a deal breaker for me regardless if it is a jumper or headphone cable. However last sunday on a google shoot I could not find my hd25 and took my hd280. There is a low end boomy sound that lets me know when I am getting to close with the shot gun. I am currently using Sennheiser HD 280 pro head phones. Great isolation. Listening at a lower level. Rests completely on the skull, not touching the ears. $99.00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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