Gyro Posted November 3, 2004 Report Share Posted November 3, 2004 Hey, I'm new to this forum...Anyway, I currently have the MDR-500s which I like. However, they're kinda bulky for trips and I was thinking about getting either the D66 or D22s. What's the difference between the 2? Is the 40 dollar price gap worth the big of a difference? How do the 22s compare to my 500? I'll use them mainly for roadtrips (busses and planes) but I plan on riding with them (snowboarding). I listen to mostly punk, rock, and alternative, so bass isn't imparative by any means. I just want a clean sound on phones that are comfy and drown out background noise. Sorry for the scattered thoughts...I'm a newbie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhangraman Posted November 3, 2004 Report Share Posted November 3, 2004 Have you thought about the Shure E2c in-ear phones? Maximum noise blockage and a sound that's very well defined for the money, and probably packs more punch than the V500. And being in-ear phones, very easily carried about. If you shop around, ~$70 shouldn't be impossible. The only downside is an invasive fit actually within the ear canal. Most users however get used to it and there are very few dissatisfied E2c owners to my knowledge. I'd start with iDealSound eBay store. I've ordered from them a few times (I'm in the UK) and they have been more than helpful. The E2c's are listed at $99, but that's the SRP. Call them to get a price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gyro Posted November 4, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 4, 2004 Have you thought about the Shure E2c in-ear phones? Maximum noise blockage and a sound that's very well defined for the money, and probably packs more punch than the V500. And being in-ear phones, very easily carried about. If you shop around, ~$70 shouldn't be impossible. The only downside is an invasive fit actually within the ear canal. Most users however get used to it and there are very few dissatisfied E2c owners to my knowledge. I'd start with iDealSound eBay store. I've ordered from them a few times (I'm in the UK) and they have been more than helpful. The E2c's are listed at $99, but that's the SRP. Call them to get a price.Thank you for your response. However, I already have earbuds. I was looking more towards something with a short cord and was of a studio model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeriyn Posted November 4, 2004 Report Share Posted November 4, 2004 D66 eggos are pretty good cans for an MD unit; they have the short cord to avoid looking like the space behind my stereo system. They have a rather nice sound and are quite efficient considering the size of the drivers and the relatively low output power of MD units. D66s would be good for casual listening, walking around and/or maybe easy bike riding. But I wouldn't recommend them for something active like snowboarding, at least if you did you might have to find a way to secure them better. I'd go with bhangra and say E2cs if you're going to be really active. I have a pair and I love them. I'd use them for my DS8 but, the four-conductor dealy on the auvi units messes with headphones that aren't four-conductor, and the cord's too long. XD Maybe if I had an ipod mini I'd be able to use them more... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gyro Posted November 4, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 4, 2004 D66 eggos are pretty good cans for an MD unit; they have the short cord to avoid looking like the space behind my stereo system. They have a rather nice sound and are quite efficient considering the size of the drivers and the relatively low output power of MD units. D66s would be good for casual listening, walking around and/or maybe easy bike riding. But I wouldn't recommend them for something active like snowboarding, at least if you did you might have to find a way to secure them better. I'd go with bhangra and say E2cs if you're going to be really active. I have a pair and I love them. I'd use them for my DS8 but, the four-conductor dealy on the auvi units messes with headphones that aren't four-conductor, and the cord's too long. XD Maybe if I had an ipod mini I'd be able to use them more...I decided to splurge and treat myself to the 66s over the 22s (if you're gonna go, go all out...) I feel like these will treat me quite well, especially after seeing one of the moderator's review and a link to other reviews (audicube's) As for the securing to snowboarding...that's what goggles are for (ya just wear 'em outside the 'cans and they hold them in tight) Thanks for your help- I like it here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gyro Posted November 10, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2004 I just got them today in the mail (a week after I ordered them-not bad from JAPAN) Anyway, they're friggin' amazing! They're tiny, light (er) than I thought, good/smooth sound to them, they're made to be listened to loud. The fit and finish is great and the "eggo" design hugs the ear amazingly. I was walking across campus with them and I felt like I was really in my own little world with them on. People were checking them out and I couldnt feel the weight on my head (which can't be said for the MDR-500s). To compare them would be apples to oragnes, and I think that they're good at waht they do- that DJ thing/hardcore listening. These are like stereo/DJs for the commuter. It's a shame that they don't offer them here in the US, many people are missing out. I liked the accessories, that came too (the pouch, extender, and stero plug). Now I just gotta find out Japanese so I can read the box/warranty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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