Best Headphones for Beginner & This DJ, what Headp is he using?

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August 31, 2011 at 5:30 am #6691

Pär Hessler
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I think that headphones is very important for all DJs (Begginers as well as Pros)
Because if you do not have the best there is a risk that you can be hurt for life!
You can get defected hearing if they sound bad or you can hurt your neck if you have to press them against the ear.
(like the one on the picture) So if you are a beginner do not get a lowbudget headphone!
Some good phones in my oppinion:
Senhiser HD25 (DJ Standard more or less)
Denon HP1000 (Very good looking and sounding I use these)
Beats by Dr Dre (I have not tested these but I have heard that they are good from people I trust)
And last the Pio 2000 is OK but not value for money

A test on Scratchworx:
http://www.skratchworx.com/reviews/headphones_2010.php

//DJ Hessler

August 31, 2011 at 4:32 pm #6720

98 Percent Chimp
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The important thing for headphones for DJing is that they are durable, comfortable, isolate outside sound well, have a good frequency response range (5Hz to 30000Hz is superb). Don’t get headphones that simply have the loudest bass. You need clear, precise sounds across all ranges to be able to mix tightly in any circumstance.

I also recommend getting high impedance headphones. Theoretically they’re not as likely to burn out as low impedance cans and should have a slightly better frequency response. The downside is they tend to have low volume when used on things like ipods and other low voltage sources. Something to consider if you plan on using your headphones when you’re on the bus or something.

Personally, I have a pair of Shure SRH750DJ’s and I think they’re great. The headband kind of makes me look like a blockhead, but they’re comfortable, have great response and weren’t outrageously overpriced (I’m looking at you, Pioneer).

August 31, 2011 at 4:44 pm #6721

DJ Crysix
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Hey, I reccomend you check out this thread if you want to find some great headphone reccomendations!
http://www.digitaldjtips.com/forum/threads/what-headphones-do-you-use.66/

September 2, 2011 at 9:38 am #1001575

Stephen Carter
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Had two sets of Shure SRH750DJ – http://www.iheadphones.co.uk/shure-srh750-dj.html
Really liked the sound these guys give out, but they were too flimsy and I broke the headband (twice)

Now have a set of Ultrasone DJ1PRO – http://www.iheadphones.co.uk/ultrasone-dj1-pro-dj-headphones.html
These guys are built like a tank and sound great too

May 24, 2012 at 6:56 am #1004956

Dj Neonglass
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Just bought Technics Dj headphones RP-DH1200 & there is an massive sound in it. Just 135 Euro’s
@ Conrad Electronics

http://www.conrad.nl/ce/nl/product/302931/Technics-RP-DH1200-DJ-hoofdtelefoon/1404012&ref=list

May 26, 2012 at 6:26 am #1005096

Steelo
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There’s a lot of mixed responses here. Its best to get a decent pair to begin with. Still to the high quality, well established DJ brands such as Sennheiser, Technics, Pioneer, Ultrasone, Allen & Heath, Audio-Technica etc. Look for good sound quality with good frequency response and a durable design. I would stay away from companies that make headphones as fashion accessories such as Skullcandy and Beats by Dre. They generally won’t stand the test of time.

May 26, 2012 at 3:09 pm #1005100

DJ Redicc
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At the end of the day it’s whatever you feel comfortable wearing around, as well as sound quality. I personally like my Xone XD-53’s but i have used alot of other headphones and find that they are the easiest to move around, and look pretty good too. But in terms of comfort if you’re going to be wearing them for hours (aka not just for cueing) then the v-moda crossfade lp’s are like cushions on your ears. AND YOU DEFF DONT USE THE BEATS PROS for extended periods of time. kills your ear cartilage…i mean its fucking painful.

May 29, 2012 at 6:59 am #1005194

backtothefront
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Technics RPDJ1200’s (black version), had them for well 17 years now and still going strong although the cups are a bit worn and the RH rotation mechanism is taped up but otherwise spot on.

May 29, 2012 at 2:36 pm #1005219

Hee Won Jung
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Said it once and ill say it again…

Asking what type of headphones are best is like asking what type of pants are best…

Its all personal preference…i mean really someone who weights 300 lbs would not wear slim fit boot cut TR jeans…
As well as a 150lbs dude would not want to wear size 38 sweatpants….

What are your personal preferences:
How much money do you want to spend…
What do you prefer over ear or on the ear…
Do you wear them around your neck or on your head…
How abusive are you with your gear?
Are u clumsy?

These are all factors that will determine what you will want to buy.

You will have fanboys all over these forums touting that what they use are the best…and to them they are right…but what he likes and what u like are totally different.

Personally I love my HDJ2000s and i wouldnt trade them for anything…Super comfy for myself, great sound, and the all metal construction rock. the Denons im not a big fan of…although they sound good…they do not fully wrap about my ear and cause some discomfort for extended use.

Oh and lastly…dont freakin buy the Beats…they may look nice…but the sound is super colored on them…great for listening to your ipod…but not for mixing.

Here is the review of the HDJ2000s

http://www.djworx.com/skratchworx/reviews/pio_hdj2000.php

May 29, 2012 at 5:49 pm #1005229

djsubculture@gmail.com
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AshtheRookieDJ, post: 6648, member: 523 wrote: I came across a weird looking headphones and the first thought in my mind was “WTF”??? I have never come across at DJ headphones like these!! Check the pictures below.

It’s called a Cue Stick. And definitely not for beginners.
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