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Closed cans headset for office.

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I got a new job working in an office with 2 other people, so I do not want to bring one of my open design headsets despite preferring them. I normally use my PC360 senns at home for gaming and media, which are really comfy and I would like something in similar size (though closed).

I'm not really looking for the same quality sound as I don't want to drop $200 for these, but I like huge ear cup headphones. I have very little experience with closed style cans so I figured I would ask here. I was looking at the PC330 but they seem to sit on your ears rather than around them.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Trying to stay below $100 but since I'm a programmer I do wear headphones 4+ hours a day in general, so I don't mind going a little more if you think they're worth it.

EDIT: just to be clear, I do need a headset, as in with a mic.
 
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depends on the main purpose of the headphones. What do you want to use them for?
(multimedia, games, songs...)
Anyways, for working the best set that works for me is the beyer 880dt. It has low bass and is aimed at dialogue, which turns crystal clear. Consequently, these are not the best for music (its elder brother T1 surpasses this flaw, but it costs 1k dollars vs 200 dollars 880dt). Also, these are open headphones, not closed ones.
Ask magnetic about it, he knows all there is to know in this field.
 
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Two other people... Must be amazing.

I'm a developer, and last week, my office moved me to an "open layout" where there are 120 people in just my section, with glass tables and no walls...

...Yeah.

I'll be over there
 
emir7 said:
depends on the main purpose of the headphones. What do you want to use them for?
(multimedia, games, songs...)
Anyways, for working the best set that works for me is the beyer 880dt. It has low bass and is aimed at dialogue, which turns crystal clear. Consequently, these are not the best for music (its elder brother T1 surpasses this flaw, but it costs 1k dollars vs 200 dollars 880dt). Also, these are open headphones, not closed ones.
Ask magnetic about it, he knows all there is to know in this field.
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These just aren't really what I'm looking for. Thanks for the suggestion though.

John721 said:
http://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Cloud-Gaming-Headset-PS4/dp/B00SAYCXWG

Or go with what you know and pay a bit more:
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-350-Performance-Discontinued-Manufacturer/dp/B008O510Y8
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Thanks for the suggestion on the HyperX, I didn't even know Kingston made headsets. Are they inhouse or just rebranded something else? Think I'm gonna try them out, worst case is I have a headset just for my PS4!

gsilver said:
Two other people... Must be amazing.

I'm a developer, and last week, my office moved me to an "open layout" where there are 120 people in just my section, with glass tables and no walls...

...Yeah.

I'll be over there
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That really blows man. We are in a relatively big corner office with each of our screens positioned in a way so nobody can look at anyone else without it being obvious.
 
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ZacharyS said:
Thanks for the suggestion on the HyperX, I didn't even know Kingston made headsets. Are they inhouse or just rebranded something else? Think I'm gonna try them out, worst case is I have a headset just for my PS4!
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+1 for Hyperx also.

"the HyperX Cloud is a rebranded Qpad QH-90 which in itself is a Takstar Pro 80 headphone modified to include a detachable microphone."

Quote from Legit Reviews who did a pretty good review on these.

I use them myself and they are as good as you are gonna get under $100 IMO. You'll want the version with a USB plug-in because they do benefit from it, or a 600ohm amplified audio plug. They isolate sound very well and come with 2 types of ear pads to choose from.
 
I have the original CloudX headset and have been very pleased with them. Some complain about the mic quality, but I think it sounds fine. I think the version 2 improvements are minor (with the exception of the USB plug) and you could probably find the original headset for cheap.

http://www.pcgamer.com/kingston-hyperx-cloud-ii-review/

The velour pads that come with the headset are great. I wish more headphone manufacturers would include them instead of requiring an additional purchase.
 
Just wanted to update everyone, I did indeed go with the HyperX Cloud II headset and it is lovely. In fact I liked it so much I'm not sure if I even want to use it in the office, it might just be my new gaming headset for my PS4!

Thanks for the recommendation guys, totally worth the price.
 
Well, I was about to recommend the JVC HARX700, a truly excellent closed cans I owned for $35.
 
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