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Learn more about Magnolia Premium Installation These Sennheiser HD650 stereo headphones provide balanced and transparent sound for audio with minimal distortion. The headphones feature an over-the-ear design with an innovative elliptical shape adapted to the shape of ears.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Best mid-level audiophile-grade phones available
on October 25, 2010
Posted by: mus1cman
Note to future buyers: These phones do need to be amplified.
These were my first pair of high end headphones I had bought when I was first getting into audio. I had them amplified with a Headroom Total Bithead. (A nice little amp that runs off of AAA's). They sound awesome. Very neutral headphones. Vocals and individual instruments can be separately heard in clear crisp audio. Very large soundstage as well. These are not bass heavy headphones but hip/hop/rap or techno aren't Sennheiser's target consumers. The bass is there just not overpowering like some other phones can be. Sennheiser's phones have this neutral and well balanced feel that makes it seem like your in a room with surround sound rather than wearing headphones.
Last note: I have the sound quality at a 4/5 bars not because it is lacking, but merely because I normally listen to the HD650's older brother, the HD800s and there really isn't much of a comparison.
Final note: These phones are the perfect set for anybody wanting to experience the real sound that artists want their listeners to hear.
What's great about it: Superb sound quality, full over-the-ear design
What's not so great: Need to be amp'd, sound leakage.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
4 out of 5
4
Durability
5 out of 5
5
+39points
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Immerse yourself in robust sound with these Beats Beats Pro over-the-ear headphones that feature a sound-isolating design to envelop you in rich audio. The backward-rotating earcups allow you to monitor your surroundings.
 
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4
Awsome beats for the casual listener
on October 19, 2010
Posted by: mus1cman
Type of Listener:Audiophile
Most Important to Purchase:Sound quality
How Often Used:Daily
Let me start off by saying that the reason the sound quality is only a 3/5* is because these phones are eq'd. The bass is jacked way up and mids and highs are a bit low. So if you are doing any music editing, these are not a good choice for you.
Now with that out of the way, there is a significant increase in quality over the beats: studio. Metal brushed parts add weight and make these cans feel very sturdy. The optional 1/4" plug is also a plus. For all you rap/r&b, techno, or dubstep listeners out there; these phones will hit you hard with the bass your probably looking for. Comfort wise, these are mediocre. They have nice beg pads that just about go all the way around the ear, but there is a squeezing pressure that might agitate some like me with a bigger head.
I have tested these phones both amp'd (Headroom Ultra Desktop) and un-amp'd through a ipod or computer 3.5mm jack. Even with the ipod these guys still played very nicely. All in all, Monster Beats Pro by Dr Dre may not be the best choice for a individual looking for neutral headphones, but to the casual listener, they will supply a bass rich environment to please the ears.
What's great about it: durable, dont need to be amp'd, alot of bass, decent sound quality
What's not so great: eq'd bass, price is a little high, strange exchangeable input/output ports
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
3 out of 5
3
Comfort
3 out of 5
3
Durability
5 out of 5
5
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Immerse yourself in robust sound with these Beats Beats Pro over-the-ear headphones that feature a sound-isolating design to envelop you in rich audio. The backward-rotating earcups allow you to monitor your surroundings.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
Awsome beats for the casual listener
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Let me start off by saying that the reason the sound quality is only a 3/5* is because these phones are eq'd. The bass is jacked way up and mids and highs are a bit low. So if you are doing any music editing, these are not a good choice for you.
Now with that out of the way, there is a significant increase in quality over the beats: studio. Metal brushed parts add weight and make these cans feel very sturdy. The optional 1/4" plug is also a plus. For all you rap/r&b, techno, or dubstep listeners out there; these phones will hit you hard with the bass your probably looking for. Comfort wise, these are mediocre. They have nice beg pads that just about go all the way around the ear, but there is a squeezing pressure that might agitate some like me with a bigger head.
I have tested these phones both amp'd (Headroom Ultra Desktop) and un-amp'd through a ipod or computer 3.5mm jack. Even with the ipod these guys still played very nicely. All in all, Monster Beats Pro by Dr Dre may not be the best choice for a individual looking for neutral headphones, but to the casual listener, they will supply a bass rich environment to please the ears.
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October 24, 2010
you wrote: "how is the noise canceling with the music on/off? i know they don't advertise noise canceling, but do advertise sound isolation, so how does it compare?"
I believe these phones are passive noise canceling. So there isn't any actual noise countering out the ambient background noise if that's what your asking. The beats Pro use a closed design so it is basically like wearing ear muffs. They block out some noise but not all. If you are looking for true top-of-the-line sound cancellation you would have to get a nice pair of Senns or Bose. Or you could buy these guys and crank the volume which would do have the same effect. =]
Hope that helps.
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are all in ear head set compatiable with all mp3 players eg sony, zune, etc?

are all in ear head set compatiable with all mp3 players eg sony, zune, etc?
Simple answer:

Yes, all inear head sets with the standard 3.5mm jack can be used with 99% of current mp3 players.

Technical answer:
Yes and no since some high end ($600+) in ear headphones need to be amp'd in order to hear their full potential.
13 years, 5 months ago
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What is the difference between noise canceling and sound isolating?

Noise-canceling phones utilize an active noise reduction system. They electronically produce a frequency which, with varying degrees of success, cancel out white noise (constant mid-level sounds like airplane engines and track noise). They require a power source (a single AAA battery in one earphone or two batteries in an external case).

Noise-isolating (in-ear) phones use a passive system, simply sealing the ear with a variety of foam canal tips. To the 30db or so reduction in all outside noise this alone provides, sound is enhanced by being sent directly into the ear. The ratio of music to outside noise in the ear is, therefore, extremely high They need no batteries, are lightweight and compact.

Source:
http://www.earphonesolutions.com/nocavsnois.html
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