Audio Daddyo Posted April 13, 2011 Report Share Posted April 13, 2011 I was wondering if anyone has used the Direct Sound Extreme Isolation Headphones. http://www.extremeheadphones.com/index.html They are priced at 129.95 at Markertek. Curious how they sound, feel and isolate. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
André Boisvert Posted April 13, 2011 Report Share Posted April 13, 2011 There was a short thread on them last year; http://jwsound.net/SMF/index.php?topic=5935.msg45887#msg45887 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg sextro Posted April 13, 2011 Report Share Posted April 13, 2011 They are cheaper at Pro-Sound. I tried them out, but the headband pinched my head. I don't think that even with some wear in, that the problem would have gone away for me. I guess I've got a big noggin! Otherwise, I thought they sounded pretty good. -greg- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam D Posted April 14, 2011 Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 I got a set a few years ago. They work great but I found them to big to have kicking around just in case. They are great for listening to music while mowing the lawns though. Instead I carry a set of Shure E2 earphones. I find them a lot more convenient. Really handy for helicopter work under a coms headset and for locations where you need to wear a hard hat. The Direct Sound head set gives better isolation, there just not that convenient. Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted April 14, 2011 Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 $119.95 w/free shipping at Sweetwater: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/EX29/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audio Daddyo Posted April 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 Thanks everyone for your responses. I am planning to use these mostly for multi-track recordings of live band performances. I already own etymotics but want something I can easily take on and off. I am also considering the HN7506s from Remote Audio. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomboom Posted April 14, 2011 Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 Andy, to mix music, you might want to try these phones before you buy (HN7506s). You kind of have to get used to the sound even if they use the 7506s drivers inside; it really sounds different surely because of the "eggshell" design and high isolation. I've used them mostly to record on location with big crowds cheering out loud all day long, dragsters and warcrafts. The isolation is #1. Volume down means muting of surroundings (beware if crossing a street!:-P ) Sound fidelty is somewhat different but you get used to it after a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acdave Posted April 14, 2011 Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 I've been using Ultraphones by GK-Music for years. Same basic idea, Sony 7506 drivers in a Peltor 29db protection headset. I have a pinhead and they fit well. I also use them upside down with hardhats in loud industrial environments. Approved by military weapons testing rangemasters. I love them! $230. Dave Wendlinger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted April 14, 2011 Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 ...I am planning to use these mostly for multi-track recordings of live band performances. I already own etymotics but want something I can easily take on and off. I am also considering the HN7506s from Remote Audio... I was recently mixing a live music event and had a difficult time of it with the HNs. I switched to my Etymotics and it helped a great deal. IMO, when mixing music you need something more accurate than either the 7506s or the HNs. Although, "what you're used to" figures into this, I'm quite used to the HNs and seldom use the Etymotics but found the HNs unsuitable for mixing music and the Etymotics much more accurate. I could tell what I was doing with the Etymotics -- the HNs were too colored. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audio Daddyo Posted April 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Hey John, I'm not really mixing but recording tracks so not Eqing just recording flat. I would like as much isolation as possible and was hoping to find something with more isolation than my Etymotics. I use the foam inserts which I think isolate better than my custom ear molds but I still feel it is not enough. Trying to protect my ears as much as I can in loud envirnoments. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil D Posted April 16, 2011 Report Share Posted April 16, 2011 I use the remote audio headphones when shooting at live gigs..mainly when recording presenter ptc's and vox pops. I find they provide excellent isolation so that you can guage what is being recorded in a noisy environment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen Trew Posted April 17, 2011 Report Share Posted April 17, 2011 I was recently mixing a live music event and had a difficult time of it with the HNs. I switched to my Etymotics and it helped a great deal. IMO, when mixing music you need something more accurate than either the 7506s or the HNs. Although, "what you're used to" figures into this, I'm quite used to the HNs and seldom use the Etymotics but found the HNs unsuitable for mixing music and the Etymotics much more accurate. I could tell what I was doing with the Etymotics -- the HNs were too colored. John, I am curious about how old your HN-7506 phones are. The first runs made (between 5 and 7 years ago) went through some alterations in the mounting position, pads, and baffling, all of which can change the character of the phones. All HN-7506 phones made within the last 3 years should be consistent. Glen Trew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen Trew Posted April 17, 2011 Report Share Posted April 17, 2011 Hey John, I'm not really mixing but recording tracks so not Eqing just recording flat. I would like as much isolation as possible and was hoping to find something with more isolation than my Etymotics. I use the foam inserts which I think isolate better than my custom ear molds but I still feel it is not enough. Trying to protect my ears as much as I can in loud envirnoments. Andy Andy, I don't think you'll find any that isolate and protect your ears as well as the Remote Audio HN-7506. If you get them and disagree, I'll buy them back. Glen Trew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted April 17, 2011 Report Share Posted April 17, 2011 John, I am curious about how old your HN-7506 phones are. The first runs made (between 5 and 7 years ago) went through some alterations in the mounting position, pads, and baffling, all of which can change the character of the phones. All HN-7506 phones made within the last 3 years should be consistent. They originally had the fluid-filled pads if that helps date them. I spoke with you about the headbands in August of '04, so it was before then. So, what's the difference in the sound now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen Trew Posted April 18, 2011 Report Share Posted April 18, 2011 They originally had the fluid-filled pads if that helps date them. I spoke with you about the headbands in August of '04, so it was before then. So, what's the difference in the sound now? Primarily the difference is in consistency, as the mounting position of the drivers and acoustical treatment have since been settled on so that they sound as close as possible to the regular Sony MDR-7506. The difference is primarily in the perceived base response, and my guess is that your's seem to have less than the regular Sony phones. GT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomboom Posted April 18, 2011 Report Share Posted April 18, 2011 I may have the older ones then... mine sound "all mids" (but not harsh); less bass, less highs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audio Daddyo Posted April 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2011 Andy, I don't think you'll find any that isolate and protect your ears as well as the Remote Audio HN-7506. If you get them and disagree, I'll buy them back. Glen Trew Thanks everyone and Glen for your feedback. I think I will give the HN-7506 a try. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Norflus Posted April 20, 2011 Report Share Posted April 20, 2011 Thanks everyone and Glen for your feedback. I think I will give the HN-7506 a try. Andy Andy Let us know what you think - I've been contemplating getting up a pair. Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Perkins Posted April 20, 2011 Report Share Posted April 20, 2011 Andy Let us know what you think - I've been contemplating getting up a pair. Jack I've recorded/mixed a WHOLE lotta live music w/ HN7506 (Remote Audio)--they've worked very well for me--I use them on every music gig I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Steigerwald Posted April 20, 2011 Report Share Posted April 20, 2011 Currently have all eng mixers using HN7506's on this season of Top Shot. They work great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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