IC: Audio Technica SQ5 headphones (new, opened)

Lentic · 06-01-2009, 09:48 PM

MAJOR EDIT: Audio Technica SQ5s are NO LONGER INTEREST CHECKING/FOR SALE.
Replacement, WTS:

AKG K 414 P headphones.

- closed-back design
- frequency: 12-28.000
- impedance (ohms): 32
- cable: 5', terminating to a right-angle jack, 3.5mm plug.

my thoughts:
- they're small cans (marketed as a mini-headphone), but the sound is really huge. Strong bass presence (great for electronica), and the headphones seal well - great isolation. The metal band may be a little tight for you, but it's adjustable. You can tweak it if it's too tight for you.

why I'm selling these:
- I have too many headphones at the moment (do I really need three pairs?) and I'm just eager to de-clutter my room. Out of the three I own though, these DO have the deepest (while not overbearing) sound. So basically crank the Taka, LED, kors-k, whoever, and you're good to go.

Retail is around 50, not including shipping. I'm asking $35, SHIPPED.

WiLLiSTER · 06-02-2009, 10:45 PM

Oh damn, if I hadn't bought headphones recently, I'd be all over these. Good luck with the sale.

demonpoodle · 06-02-2009, 11:22 PM

just curious, are these better then your grado's? in terms of audio quality?

LOVLES. · 06-03-2009, 12:09 AM

Those look nice and p. big (I have big ears T__T)

robbie. · 06-03-2009, 01:13 AM

trade for a JPS2?

Lentic · 06-03-2009, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by demonpoodle

just curious, are these better then your grado's? in terms of audio quality?

To be honest, they're different headphones for different purposes. If I'm home or in a quiet space, the Grados are what I'd be using. They're open, so they wear easily for a long time, and the soundstage is great - these Grados are really top of the line, value wise. But if I'm outside or in a bus/car/plane, I'd grab the SQ5s because of the isolation/circum-aural aspect - the Grados are sort of a wash when you introduce outside sounds.

If the SQ5s were magically made into open headphones however, I think the Grados would still edge them out a bit in terms of quality and balance. The SQ5s aren't the bassiest of 'phones (this is something that I like, too much bass makes me feel weird).

Again, this is just an interest check...not totally wanting to part just yet...

demonpoodle · 06-03-2009, 09:12 AM

yea i know what you mean about the grado's (having the SR80s myself) just wondering how these compare.

and actually, i don't have the money to buy these anyway. just curious

snapps · 06-06-2009, 02:20 AM

if this doesnt sell (somehow) in like a month ill be all over them ahah

i need a pair

EDIT: nvm the impedance on these is 40 ohms and i need 80 lol

Lentic · 06-06-2009, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snapps

EDIT: nvm the impedance on these is 40 ohms and i need 80 lol

I'm less and less wanting to sell these, but I just had a question:
Why would you be looking for headphones with HIGHER impedance? Are you wanting to use your next set of headphones with a headphone amp at all times?

snapps · 06-07-2009, 02:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lentic

I'm less and less wanting to sell these, but I just had a question:
Why would you be looking for headphones with HIGHER impedance? Are you wanting to use your next set of headphones with a headphone amp at all times?

i want to use these for in studio use so i want something pretty high lol

Lentic · 07-07-2009, 06:23 PM

BUMP. switched it up, now for sale are AKG K 414 Ps.