Swifty Posted May 1, 2020 Posted May 1, 2020 Item: Campfire Audio Cascade Headphones Price Range:500-700 (depending on condition, warranty, etc.) Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: I listen to EDM and apparently these are some of the best headphones for that genre.
Bengineer Posted May 2, 2020 Posted May 2, 2020 They are hard hitting bassy is more the description. So depends how you like your EDM
Swifty Posted May 2, 2020 Author Posted May 2, 2020 (edited) I listen to dubstep so bass emphasis is very important, though I actually really like listening to dubstep on the T1. Edited May 2, 2020 by zxSwifty
Bengineer Posted May 2, 2020 Posted May 2, 2020 There is the kicker. People think it's all about the bass. But so much EDM has a lot to like in the other frequencies. So when it comes to higher end cans, maybe something fairly nuetral with a flat, not necessarily boosted, low end is perfect. Something that extends nicely to 20hz. Just a thought!
Swifty Posted May 2, 2020 Author Posted May 2, 2020 I have the TH-X00 PH which are very bassy and I actually enjoy my bassy music on the T1 gen 2 just as much if not more. The original T1 is a little bright and since I listen at loud volumes it feels like my eyes are going to explode.
Bengineer Posted May 2, 2020 Posted May 2, 2020 (edited) Yeah, see. First, measure how low you listen. Even if it's just a DB Meter on your phone, place on table, and press a cup down on it to seal. Don't listen over 85db please. Older you will regret the tinnitus, 100% regret incoming. So you want closed and portable? Or just closed? Edited May 2, 2020 by Bengineer
Swifty Posted May 2, 2020 Author Posted May 2, 2020 I'll do that now, I started wearing earplugs to the club / festivals because I spend the majority of the time in front of the speakers. I would like closed and portable, maybe the Focal Stellias would be a decent option too. I am in love with the classy look they have.
Swifty Posted May 2, 2020 Author Posted May 2, 2020 (edited) When I put both ear cups around the bottom of my phone where the mic is, I'm getting a reading of about 82 - 92. It's constantly jumping up and down. I'm assuming that my listening level is actually higher than this reading? Edit: Just turned down the volume and getting a more consistent 82-85. Edited May 2, 2020 by zxSwifty
Bengineer Posted May 2, 2020 Posted May 2, 2020 Sustained over 85db is damaging. The higher it goes, the less time at that volume it takes to cause *permanent damage*. So if you can try keep it consistent under 85db. Stellia is very expensive though! Elegia is $499, have you tried those? 85% of the way to the Stellia at 1/7th the price....
Bengineer Posted May 2, 2020 Posted May 2, 2020 Focals are very dynamic and punchy, might suit you. They may need a slight Bass EQ to be ideal. Cascade is bassy. T5P Gen 2 is a closed version of the T1. Were on super special recently for $1000. Excellent headphone.
Swifty Posted May 2, 2020 Author Posted May 2, 2020 Missed out on a pair of T5P for $199 and then again for $299, was gutted haha.
Bengineer Posted May 2, 2020 Posted May 2, 2020 $300 is stupid cheap for them. You want Gen 2 though. **** Gen 1 haha.
Bengineer Posted May 2, 2020 Posted May 2, 2020 It's the same as the T1 but closed back. The Gen 1 were a bit of a miss, but everyone pretty impressed by Gen 2. Hence wouldn't bother with any of the Gen 1 units, T1 or T5P.
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