How would this compare to the Sony MDR-V6? is there a big difference? Worth it to replace them?
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The full audio bandwith of the ATH-M50x is 15Hz to 28kHz. Here's the M50x graph: http://graphs.headphone.com/graphCompare.php?graphType=0&graphID[]=4313&scale=30 The SONY MDR7506 and the 2014 re-released SONY MDR V6 (both less than $100): Comparing these two with the ATH-M50x, the ATH-M50x bass range extends deeper and is more pronounced; and its mid and high ranges are very slightly recessed. The ATH-M50x, with its larger diaphragm, has a bit more discernible clarity/detail when compared to the two SONY cans. Strictly in terms of subjective listening enjoyment - the MDR V6 offers very good audio reproduction/clarity; the M50x a bit more so; it would be a close call between the MDR V6 and the M50x, depending on the music. The SONYs are also noticeably lighter in weight. Here's the SONY MDR 7506: http://graphs.headphone.com/graphCompare.php?graphType=0&graphID[]=2361&scale=30 Here's the SONY MDR-V6: http://graphs.headphone.com/graphCompare.php?graphType=0&graphID[]=1513&scale=30 Paste the three links into separate tabs and you can switch among the tabs to see the differences easily.
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I'm not sure about those particular Sony units. But the pairs from Sony I have bought were great. But none have had as good a fit as these. I can wear them for hours with comfort
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I have not personally experienced using the Sony MDR-V6, but I can definitely say these headphones are impeccable in terms of sound quality, design and comfortability. Out of all the headphones I've used and tested in the past, I can definitely say these headphones are the best, and I've tested many. The highs, the lows and the mids have all been perfectly executed. In my opinion I have not come across headphone nowhere near as good as these.
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I looked this up for you and couldn't find many comparisons. I just found this guy's youtube video on headfi. http://www.head-fi.org/t/629433/new-sony-extra-bass-mdr-xb600-mdr-xb800-unboxing-videosEven so, you should try seeing if you can find more comparisons or wait until more come out to have more opinions as the guy in the video may not be 100% reliable (also, they guy said that he didn't burn them in yet). Unfortunately that my take some time.
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Yeah, man: as I wrote in my review, the MDR-V55 are practical for both indoor and outdoor use, they have strong-bodied sound and are are well built, so they're great at around $60. I suggest you compare the V55s (DJ style) with the XB400 or XB450 (compact style) and see which looks best to you, since they pump out the same sweet bass response.
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For "middle of the road" units (very subjective anyway), these are generally considered to sound better than the Sonys. But really, everyone's ears are different - try to listen to both if you can arrange it. Also, don't expect amazing bass out of either, but that can be overrated depending on what you're listening to. I'd much rather have the Pioneers than a system w/subwoofer that was not natural sounding, had unrealistically boosted bass, etc...
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in not sure if the questions is about the headphones or if its about the replacement ear pads. if its about the earpads there ones specifically made for the 840 but its twice the price i think($14) on amazon. if you go the shure website there are no specific dimension for the ear pads. so i think it might be easier to pay to the 14 dollar ones which i think it sucks to double the price but cheaper than returning it if it does not fit. if you are talking about the headphones itself, i think it all depends on what you are using it for. I'm a sound engineer and the shure 440 does not have a good base response. its incredible clear when using for vocal voices, guitar or keys if you need to eq them, but not really that good for percussions. i have the audio technica m50 for monitoring. i do not have the shure 840 but i don't think paying an extra $100 is not worth it. There are better headphones out there for sound engineers at list. Sony MDR7506 is one of them (this one i have). i hoped this helped you. if not sorry.
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Well if you aren't a big audiophile and don't now much the brand v-moda, the LP are a great place to start. You wont be disappointed even though you chose not to invest 150 more dollars on the m100. Believe me when i say that the LP produce better sound then most of Dr. dre beats headphones and for a fraction of the price. I broken many headphones in three months or less and these headphones are durable and dont feel flimsy and cheap like the beats. :D You wont regret the price you paid for LP which give you fantastic sound and durability. Best part, you get to sound out from the crowd (v^-^)/ Hope this helps Well if you aren't a big audiophile and don't now much the brand v-moda, the LP are a great place to start. You wont be disappointed even though you chose not to invest 150 more dollars on the m100. Believe me when i say that the LP produce better sound then most of Dr. dre beats headphones and for a fraction of the price. I broken many headphones in three months or less and these headphones are durable and dont feel flimsy and cheap like the beats. :D You wont regret the price you paid for LP which give you fantastic sound and durability. Best part, you get to sound out from the crowd... » Read More Well if you aren't a big audiophile and don't now much the brand v-moda, the LP are a great place to start. You wont be disappointed even though you chose not to invest 150 more dollars on the m100. Believe me when i say that the LP produce better sound then most of Dr. dre beats headphones and for a fraction of the price. I broken many headphones in three months or less and these headphones are durable and dont feel flimsy and cheap like the beats. :D You wont regret the price you paid for LP which give you fantastic sound and durability. Best part, you get to sound out from the crowd (v^-^)/ Hope this helps « Show Less
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Disclaimer: I've spent quite a bit of time forcing these puppies into various depths and angles to try to find ANY angle where they produce any sort of bass, and I've failed miserably. I'm sure it's too late for these folks, but for anyone else in the same boat... To answer your questions directly, no - the design is COMPLETELY different from the Sonys, and I can't imagine anything like that problem would happen to these (it's pretty much all hard plastic (except for the interchangeable plugs.) However... as I'm also moving on from my previous two sets of the Sony headphones you guys are talking about, I should warn you that I'm thoroughly disappointed with the Etymotics. You should be forewarned that the Sonys you've been listening to, though not nearly as high quality a can as the 6i's, are rather bass-heavy. You probably already knew that, but as almost every review will echo, the 6i's are VERY light on bass. This equation will probably have you in the same boat as me, ready to return them because they HAVE TO BE BROKEN to sound that 'top-heavy'! I know, I know, bass isn't everything - but when you're going from a Sony to one of these it's just too big of a loss, no matter how much more 'accurate' they might be. And I'm sorry, but 20Hz? No way. Using test sources I dont' notice anything until 64Hz, and for an in-ear phone that's simply unacceptable. Only when I set my EQ to +12dB on 64Hz, with an even slope such that it's flat at 250Hz, do things ALMOST sound natural. Final recommendation: Don't buy them unless you've had a chance to listen to them, or know you can return them. And go ahead and SCHEDULE the return trip in your planner.
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Like the other answer stated, complete overhaul in design. Definitely a better sound, though both headphones will have great sound quality.
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The SR-60i differs from the Superlux HD 681 in quite a few ways. I'll talk about the design first. The SR-60i is an open, on-ear design, meaning that sound will leak out like a speaker and the ear pads do not envelope your ear but rather rest on top of them. They are smaller and lighter than the HD 681 but feel like a sturdy headphone. The ear cups are made of plastic and the headband is a slim leatherette band with a flexible metal inside. The ear pads are made of foam material, Grado calls them "Comfies". I've read that many users find them uncomfortable, but I don't find that the case with mine. Their sound signature is quite a bit different than the HD 681. The HD 681's focus more on the low and high frequencies while the mids are a bit recessed. I would describe the sound signature as V-shaped. They have a large sound stage and the bass on these headphones is really impressive. If desired, you can EQ the bass up and have an earthquake in your ears! The highs on these are the most problemic to me. To my ears, they are shrilling and sibilant. It makes me cringe whenever I hear high notes from female vocals. Thankfully you can EQ the high frequencies down to make it much better. The SR-60i on the other hand focuses more on the middle and high frequencies. They are a bit warm with a slight emphasis on the upper mid range and highs. The bass won't impress you if you're a bass head, it is very polite and quick. It's there but doesn't really stand out. The sound stage on these are rather small. To me, it feels like I'm right in the middle of the performing band. Many people describe Grado's as overly bright headphones, personally, I don't find that the case with the SR-60i. Both headphones are great value for the price but choosing between the two really depends on your preferred genres/needs. If possible, I would highly recommend auditioning them before you buy. I hope this helps!
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I have been using a pair of these headphones for several years. They continue to work great, but the cushions are beginning to peal off of the earpieces. I did not think of looking for replacements for the cushions to replace them. Instead I bought a new set of headphones. But I would like to try to repair the old ones to save some cash for next time. Will you share where you purchased the replacement cushions? I have used my headphones with several different mp3 players but none of them were ipods.
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These are an updated model. The outside material has been changed but the hardware remains the same. It still uses the same earphone driver but it is now angled. The angle produces more of a treble heavy experience. The fit is different. The 700 is a bit heavier and fits more comfortably whereas thr 700x slips and digs into your head constantly. You have to mod them to be comfortable. The old ones sound richer due to the different front facing material but the newer ones produce higher range (artificially). Either way, these are great positional audio cans with a decent amp. I use Sound Blaster Z (has a standalone amp). Personally I use mdr-v6 cans with custom fittings. These are an updated model. The outside material has been changed but the hardware remains the same. It still uses the same earphone driver but it is now angled. The angle produces more of a treble heavy experience. The fit is different. The 700 is a bit heavier and fits more comfortably whereas thr 700x slips and digs into your head constantly. You have to mod them to be comfortable. The old ones sound richer due to the different front facing material but the newer ones produce higher range (artificially). Either way, these are great positional audio cans with a decent amp. I use Sound... » Read More These are an updated model. The outside material has been changed but the hardware remains the same. It still uses the same earphone driver but it is now angled. The angle produces more of a treble heavy experience. The fit is different. The 700 is a bit heavier and fits more comfortably whereas thr 700x slips and digs into your head constantly. You have to mod them to be comfortable. The old ones sound richer due to the different front facing material but the newer ones produce higher range (artificially). Either way, these are great positional audio cans with a decent amp. I use Sound Blaster Z (has a standalone amp). Personally I use mdr-v6 cans with custom fittings. « Show Less
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Yes, I own both! For me, I ended up preferring the Q701 over the 598. The HD598 was more comfortable in longer sessions and didn't require any modification to the band (I had to tape a piece of foam to the Q701 because the bumps in the band put pressure on the top of my head). They're both kind of minimal in terms of accessories, but the Q701 comes with some very long wires (which you can braid if they're too long!). They both leak sound, with the Q701 leaking a bit more imo. But the Q701's soundstage is noticeably wider than the 598's. The sound is what made me prefer the Q701 though; it may be because the Q701 has more treble, but I find that the details in the music are clearer than on the 598, where it sounds a little muddied. But, in the case of the 598, this makes for easier listening over time. They're both not very heavy on the bass, but it's adequate for me. The HD598 has stronger bass overall (especially in the mid bass), but the Q701 reaches further down with more sub bass. I have a separate set of headphones for bassy stuff, so I preferred taking the extra detail on the Q701.
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Bose QC25 are great but they have a cord and these Sony mdr-1rbt are Bluetooth and can be plugged in with 3mm cord. i guess just depends on what you are looking for in a headphone the Bose QC25 that i tried on at best buy sounded much better than these but don't have Bluetooth capability and thats why i chose these over those. Sony has great sound too but bose has much better noise cancelling capability. Overall both great headphones and have their pros and cons just up to you which ones you get. Hope this helped.
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THAT is the difference. Many DJ's prefer the lack of bass in 7506, but I prefer the inclusion of bass for studio/audio recording. The MDRV6 made a comeback due to a loyal fanbase even though both are commonly found in recording studios. Check out Howard Stern and various DJ vids on youtube.MDRV6Audio*Impedance : 63 ohms*Driver Unit : 40mm*Sensitivity (db) : 106dB/mW*Frequency Response : 5Hz - 30,000HzMDR7506Audio*Impedance : 24 ohms*Driver Unit : 50mm*Sensitivity (db) : 107dB/mW*Frequency Response : 5Hz - 80,000Hz THAT is the difference. Many DJ's prefer the lack of bass in 7506, but I prefer the inclusion of bass for studio/audio recording. The MDRV6 made a comeback due to a loyal fanbase even though both are commonly found in recording studios. Check out Howard Stern and various DJ vids on youtube.MDRV6Audio*Impedance : 63 ohms*Driver Unit : 40mm*Sensitivity (db) : 106dB/mW*Frequency Response : 5Hz - 30,000HzMDR7506Audio*Impedance : 24 ohms*Driver Unit : 50mm*Sensitivity (db) : 107dB/mW*Frequency Response : 5Hz -... » Read More THAT is the difference. Many DJ's prefer the lack of bass in 7506, but I prefer the inclusion of bass for studio/audio recording. The MDRV6 made a comeback due to a loyal fanbase even though both are commonly found in recording studios. Check out Howard Stern and various DJ vids on youtube.MDRV6Audio*Impedance : 63 ohms*Driver Unit : 40mm*Sensitivity (db) : 106dB/mW*Frequency Response : 5Hz - 30,000HzMDR7506Audio*Impedance : 24 ohms*Driver Unit : 50mm*Sensitivity (db) : 107dB/mW*Frequency Response : 5Hz - 80,000Hz « Show Less
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Thats it. It's a problem with this headphone because otherwise they sound great. Check out the Sony MDR-1RBT, it's way better overall.
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Two different priced headphones, overall ATH-M50X is better especially now that they added the removable cable. The biggest gripe about the SRH 440 is the cups are not deep enough that they press against the ears and hurt them after long use ( couple hours) if price not issue M50... M50 has more thump in bass to lol
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If you're making musihc and want flat sound get the ATH-M50. If you want flat but with a bit more bass get the mdr-V6. If you want fun headphones with amazing bass and your want to take them everywhere get the crossfades, they isolate sound and have amazing durability. They have a good weight and look great, but it's all preference.