Audiophile Headphones/Any Kind of Headphones For Gaming under $150?

[RiGGz]

I probably made many topics like this before in the past,but anyways.I'm looking for a nice pair of headphones for under $150.I currently own a pair of Sennheiser HD 558s and i'm not saying they're bad,but they weren't what I was expecting.So i'm looking for a pair that's preferably open back(but they don't have to be if they have good soundstage).Great soundstage and sound imaging for fps games mainly.Also would I enjoy some bass,not alot but noticeable.If you could help me look for a pair that would be much appreciated.Thanks! :)


*****UPDATE*****
Received the AD700x's and I am very displeased,lack bass and sound strange and are uncomfortable to me.I welcome more recommendations.

[RiGGz]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από shs:

^ I understood that, what I thought you meant was you purchased them expecting to get solid bass. It's a little odd you didn't enjoy the soundstage from either them or the Sennheisers though.

Like the earlier poster said you should have a friend check out your setup. Or take your headphones over to a friend's.

Well two things about that
1.(♥♥♥♥ this Is gonna sound sad) I don't have any friends that are really experienced with computers or audio for that matter.
2.I do highly enjoy my Sennheiser headphones I was just wondering if I could find something better which I think I just might have.

Are you familiar with the Philips Fidelio X1's?

[just.kamk /idle]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από The_yung_OnE:

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από kamk:

Read the guide. Maybe let a friend with some experience in audio test hear your headphones (at your PC). It also might sound "weird" for you if you switch from cheap gaming headsets to entry level hifi headphones. Decent headphones aren't as forgiving.

Well, my recommendation of 770 / 880 stands - easy listeners with a good overall package.

I did some research and someone recommended Philips Fidelio X1's.Have you heard of those by any chance?The person said they're pretty good for gaming.

I did once, not the current version though.
Aren't they above your price range?

IMHO not worth the money they're asking for. Sound is good, just not that good. I'd put them in the entry level 100-150$ range - they get the job done nicely.
In my experience, build quality from Philips is usually quite disappointing, and i got the feeling they still haven't improved.

[RiGGz]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από kamk:

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από The_yung_OnE:

I did some research and someone recommended Philips Fidelio X1's.Have you heard of those by any chance?The person said they're pretty good for gaming.

I did once, not the current version though.
Aren't they above your price range?

IMHO not worth the money they're asking for. Sound is good, just not that good. I'd put them in the entry level 100-150$ range - they get the job done nicely.
In my experience, build quality from Philips is usually quite disappointing, and i got the feeling they still haven't improved.

Well uh sadly enough that is my price range :(

But working with $100-$150 what do you recommend?Yes I know the DT770's are amazing,but I don't have the money for those

[just.kamk /idle]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από The_yung_OnE:

Well uh sadly enough that is my price range :(

But working with $100-$150 what do you recommend?Yes I know the DT770's are amazing,but I don't have the money for those

You don't have the money for 150$ headphones, but for 300$ ones? What?
770s were an example, considering i imply that you want something like an easy listener with a rather fun but semi-neutral curve, and decent bass.

There's many more options, see the guide i posted, or any of the other replies :P

[RiGGz]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από kamk:

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από The_yung_OnE:

Well uh sadly enough that is my price range :(

But working with $100-$150 what do you recommend?Yes I know the DT770's are amazing,but I don't have the money for those

You don't have the money for 150$ headphones, but for 300$ ones? What?
770s were an example, considering i imply that you want something like an easy listener with a rather fun but semi-neutral curve, and decent bass.

I was looking at used-very good condition Philips X1's on amazon for $135

And I'm looking for a pair open or closed that has a good soundstage and has good bass.

[just.kamk /idle]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από The_yung_OnE:

I was looking at used-very good condition Philips X1's on amazon for $135

And I'm looking for a pair open or closed that has a good soundstage and has good bass.

IMHO, look for used alternatives.
Btw.: open and closed systems are day & night. You should really read the guide i provided.

[shs]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από The_yung_OnE:

2.I do highly enjoy my Sennheiser headphones I was just wondering if I could find something better which I think I just might have.

The pair you got are generally deemed a superb all around bargain, so unless you snag a used score or raise your budget that's not likely to happen, unless maybe you could pinpoint in what way you're disappointed.

[/quote]Are you familiar with the Philips Fidelio X1's? [/quote]No, it's been quite awhile since I listened to anything relevant from Philips.

As to soundstage, honestly, I don't think games use it well, particularly FPS as they're designed for online play where everybody has a mic.
Better, do you have a console to test on? Just to cut down on variables. PS3, 360, PS2, even PSX. If you were able to compare your different headphones on the same well known game from one of those systems we might get a clearer idea just where you're disappointed. On a PC the problem could still lie somewhere in mobo, soundcard, software, or configuration.
Or, have you compared your headphones by listening to music or a movie?

Also, since you've been dissatisfied with two pairs of open-back, maybe look for closed back next.

@ 770s: if used is an option you should be able to score some. EDIT - found them NEW on ebay for $180 shipped, with Like New auctions starting under 100

[Conejo]

Bought a gaming headset called afterglow for $60 about 3 months ago, gotta say i'm completely satisfied with em.

[RiGGz]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από maddawg2020:

Bought a gaming headset called afterglow for $60 about 3 months ago, gotta say i'm completely satisfied with em.

I bought those before and no disrespect I hated them,they made my ears hurt and were so uncomfortable to me

[RiGGz]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από kamk:

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από The_yung_OnE:

Well uh sadly enough that is my price range :(

But working with $100-$150 what do you recommend?Yes I know the DT770's are amazing,but I don't have the money for those

You don't have the money for 150$ headphones, but for 300$ ones? What?
770s were an example, considering i imply that you want something like an easy listener with a rather fun but semi-neutral curve, and decent bass.

There's many more options, see the guide i posted, or any of the other replies :P

So I'm looking at your guide again,and I see three pairs interest me

NVX XPT100
http://www.amazon.com/NVX-Over-Ear-Headphones-ComfortMax-Cushions/dp/B0093PVTPS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458783826&sr=8-1&keywords=NVX+XPT100

Brainwavz HM5
http://www.amazon.com/Brainwavz-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM

ATH-M50x
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR86/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1458784158&sr=1-1&keywords=ath-m50x

[MrMcSwifty]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από shs:

MDRXB950BT/B

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-extra-bass-wireless-over-the-ear-headphones-black/8618136.p?id=1219354097209&skuId=8618136

Beyerdynamic would be my choice over Sony but with the above you'd definitely get your bass and they do have a clear punch to them.

I love my Sony XBs (500/950), but just to tweak your recommendation a bit, he would save a lot of money by buying the standard wired set rather than the bluetooth version.

The regular XB950/b is only $99USD on Amazon.[www.amazon.com]

Coming from other bass-anemic headphones he may want to familiarize himself with his EQ settings too.

Compared to 770X/558s he may find these cans almost oppressively bass-heavy. (and in general XB950s are somewhat veiled and benefit from a reasonable bump to mids anyways)

[RiGGz]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από McSwifty:

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από shs:

MDRXB950BT/B

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-extra-bass-wireless-over-the-ear-headphones-black/8618136.p?id=1219354097209&skuId=8618136

Beyerdynamic would be my choice over Sony but with the above you'd definitely get your bass and they do have a clear punch to them.

I love my Sony XBs (500/950), but just to tweak your recommendation a bit, he would save a lot of money by buying the standard wired set rather than the bluetooth version.

The regular XB950/b is only $99USD on Amazon.[www.amazon.com]

Coming from other bass-anemic headphones he may want to familiarize himself with his EQ settings too.

Compared to 770X/558s he may find these cans almost oppressively bass-heavy. (and in general XB950s are somewhat veiled and benefit from a reasonable bump to mids anyways)

I have a EQ setting I made just for these Sennheisers I have now,it makes everything sound clear and has a fair bit of bass.Also look at the links I posted above if you don't mind.Let me know what you think of those

[MrMcSwifty]

I have no experience with the first two, but the ATH-M50x has a much warmer (bassier) sound than the AD700x. Much closer to your 558s. But they're closed back, in case you weren't aware. (you listed open-back being one of your requirements)

[RiGGz]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από McSwifty:

I have no experience with the first two, but the ATH-M50x has a much warmer (bassier) sound than the AD700x. Much closer to your 558s. But they're closed back, in case you weren't aware. (you listed open-back being one of your requirements)

I'm fully aware that the ATH-M50x's and I also listed that they don't have to be open if they have a good soundstage."So i'm looking for a pair that's preferably open back(but they don't have to be if they have good soundstage)."