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I know I'm going to piss a lot of people off saying this, but I wouldn't be surprised if most of the mass produced "premium" headphones in this thread were grossly overpriced and subtly marketed to make people feel "special". XD
In reality, yea I'm pretty sure that it's possible to make a fake pair of beats that sound every bit as good as the real thing (and if you like lots of bass, they're just fine). Put it this way, using beats headphones is like taking pictures with Instagram, or using those tube amps. It's not the truth, but some people like the modifications such things pose. In the form of tube amps, it produces a "softer" sound, and in the form of beats headphones.. more bass!!
I'm also pretty sure you could knock off the speaker/airflow qualities of say, a nice pair of Grado cans, and sell them for about 1/4 as much. People here probably wouldn't buy them XD
I thought the demo units in the store were over compensating the low end as well. I will admit, the demo units did sound a lot better, but I didn't think I would be happy with them in the long run with such an expensive pair. I assume they have been used enough to have a decent burn in.
I did end up picking up the incase sonic to try out using the 45% off code at goincase.com (it is now expired). I wasn't able to try them out anywhere, but at that price, if I don't like them, I am sure I can resell
Most headphones in stores connected to their own source are EQ'd pretty heavily.
I know a couple of people that have a pair. Like I said I have a pair of beats and I love them. These sound a little better. Not enough to justify the price increase for me. They are also uncomfortable or maybe I just have big ears.
It's not false they are very fat for headphone and the price isn't justify but is Dr dre..
do these sound better than a normal pair of beats?
Truth is Beats are better than many run of the mill headphones, but compared to the big guns out there, or even other headphones at Apple, they lack. I suppose they look alright (not a fan, to gaudy imo.) If someone likes their Beats, then more power to them, its more than likely higher quality than what they had previously, and if they love listening to music, they will inevitably upgrade from their Beats after they crack 
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Disclaimer: I am by no means an audiophile.
On-the-go and general use: Bose IE2: These sold me because of the unique bud design. I've had them for a little over a year now and have been very pleased with both the fit and the sound quality.
Travel: Bose QC-15. I just got these and flip flopped between them and the comparable Sennheiser pair. I ended up going with the Bose because their noise cancellation was leaps and bounds above the Sennheisers; I mainly plan to use these on the train or on the plane, so that's pretty important.
Home use: Sony MVR-150. My oldest pair, but they sound great. I'm thinking of retiring them and picking up a set of Sennheisers to replace them. Any recommendations?
On-the-go and general use: Bose IE2: These sold me because of the unique bud design. I've had them for a little over a year now and have been very pleased with both the fit and the sound quality.
Travel: Bose QC-15. I just got these and flip flopped between them and the comparable Sennheiser pair. I ended up going with the Bose because their noise cancellation was leaps and bounds above the Sennheisers; I mainly plan to use these on the train or on the plane, so that's pretty important.
Home use: Sony MVR-150. My oldest pair, but they sound great. I'm thinking of retiring them and picking up a set of Sennheisers to replace them. Any recommendations?
Depends on what you listen to. I'd personally recommend either the HD280 Pro or the HD558/HD598. All are easy to drive, and sound really good.
Yeah i just compare with my solo HD is very different the Detox is Better.. and fatter x)
Audio Technica ATH-M50. Completely destroy the Beats in SQ (unless you love LOTS of bass that's over-emphasized), and they're way cheaper too. Couldn't be happier!
I agree. I have a FiiO amp and used to own ALL the beats, but sold them (earbuds, on ear, over ear noise canceling) for a pair of ATH-M50''s and Sennheisers HD598's. I heard the Audio Technica's before buying and was sold instantly. even without an amp. But the quality of these headphones vs. beats is a whole different level. Beats are overpriced pieces of flare, and the noise canceling is horrible with a hum to it.
I should receive my Audio Tech's on sunday (FPO/APO shipping suuuuucks)
Bought the Incase Sonics. Used a LivingSocial deal.
Can't wait!
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Can't wait!
If you end up buying one. Please use my link to purchase yours.
http://www.livingsocial.com/deals/2...f=personalized-link-box-50865682&rui=21828318
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Would using an amp like this make a huge difference while using the ATH-M50's?
http://www.amazon.com/Fiio-E6-Headp...WWW8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1331233960&sr=8-3
Audio Technica ATH-M50. Completely destroy the Beats in SQ (unless you love LOTS of bass that's over-emphasized), and they're way cheaper too. Couldn't be happier!
Do you know if I can get these anywhere for less than $160? Been on the hunt for awhile. I heard they used to be like $100 =_=
I got mine for $150 from Amazon.com (they luckily shipped this item to Canada). I just got them pretty recently in mid-January.
Whatever you do, DO NOT BUY ON EBAY. I bought a counterfeit pair and had to report it. I got my money back, thankfully, and just purchased them on Amazon.
No. Maybe add a tad more bass. Shoot for the Fiio E11 if anything. Plus, it helps (but it can be a con) to upgrade the format of your music to a lossless codec such as FLAC or Apple Lossless.
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Beats are only popular because they have heavier marketing then brands like Sennheiser and such. I agree, Beats are nowhere near the level of any quality headphone.