On Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 9:15 AM, schoappied <schoappied@xxxxxxxxx> wrote: >> >> u'll have to verify the 50 euros part but assuming 2:1 then the >> typical first answer for pop/rock type recording/listening is often >> the Sony MDR-7506. A bit bassy. (Understatement) A very good choice. I >> >> If you're more of a jazz/classical listener then I much prefer my AKG >> K240's but they're typically a bit more expensive. > Thanks. And if I say that I want to use it for practising bassguitar > (and maybe guitar and keys), does that have influence on your advice? > Assuming you're a rock bass player then the 7506's will be good for that. However if you then move to playing live using a regular amp your bass will likely sound *quite* different and that can be frustrating. If you intend to practice and then record in your home studio then I find the 7506's a better overall product for this use since they're well isolated. Just my views, Mark _______________________________________________ Linux-audio-user mailing list Linux-audio-user@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx http://lists.linuxaudio.org/mailman/listinfo/linux-audio-user