tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29667886318419590382023-11-15T07:57:31.333-08:00CosmonautMusicCosmonautMusic is your blog for info on great electronic music and music production. Follow, comment and share! ThanksCosmonaut Musichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13298753133330646753noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2966788631841959038.post-46396305279165293522011-05-08T12:05:00.000-07:002011-05-08T12:06:55.216-07:00Headphones!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"> Hey guys, I decided to make a review/guide like the speakers but for headphones this time. </span>I'm going to split this post up into 3 sections, DJ headphones, studio headphones and regular headphones for listening to music casually.<br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 17px;"> These are just a few of the many headphones on the market. When you begin your research look at some of these brands, Sennheiser, Sony, AKG, Shure, Audio-Technica, Denon, Technics and more.</span></div><div><br />
</div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">DJ Headphones</span></b></div><div><b> </b>DJ headphones offer good sound, durability and comfort. Depending on your skill level and if you are gigging or not you can stray away from "DJ" headphones.</div><div><b><br />
</b></div><div><a href="http://www.headphone.com/headphones/sennheiser-hd-205-ii.php">Sennheiser HD 205 II</a> 60$</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020080206_5500.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020080206_5500.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> A great entry level pair of cans, has good bass and swivel ear pieces, a significant step from your i-pod headphones.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div><a href="http://www.headphone.com/headphones/akg-k-81-dj.php">AKG K 81 DJ</a> 65$</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020120081_1482.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020120081_1482.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Another cheap but great pair of headphones with full bass, great response and very comfortable. Have <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">great ambient noise isolation and sound fantastic.</span></div><div><br />
</div><div><a href="http://www.headphone.com/headphones/sony-mdr-v700dj.php">Sony MDR-V700DJ</a> 140$ </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020550700_4272.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020550700_4272.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> A step up in price, the V700s are fantastic. They sound good and are comfortable and rugged, perfect for gigging DJ.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div><a href="http://www.headphone.com/headphones/sennheiser-hd-25-1-ii.php">Sennheiser HD 25-1-II</a> 160$</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020080026_118.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020080026_118.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> My favorite pair of headphones for DJ's, they have excellent sound and fit amazing. They are closed headphones but personally thats not a problem for me.</div><div><b><br />
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</b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Studio Headphones</span></b></div><div> Studio Headphones offer a clear and flat sound. With good response and great sound they let you accurately mix your tracks and get the best sounding music.</div><div><b><br />
</b></div><div><a href="http://www.headphone.com/headphones/shure-srh240.php">Shure SRH240</a> 70$</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020330240_4073.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020330240_4073.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> The low end of the price range, these cans offer a good and neutral sound. A great pair of introduction level closed ear studio cans.</div><div><br />
</div><div><a href="http://www.headphone.com/headphones/sennheiser-hd-280-pro.php">Sennheiser HD 280 Pro</a> 100$</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020080280_130.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020080280_130.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> A great set of headphones that offer fantastic sound quality and are really comfortable. For the price, these headphones are a steal.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div><a href="http://www.headphone.com/headphones/audio-technica-ath-m50s-straight-cable.php">Audio-Technica ATH-M50S</a> 160$</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020420052_3714.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020420052_3714.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Getting into the middle price range, these too offer excellent sound quality without breaking the bank. A great intermediate level headphone for production and studio work.</div><div><br />
</div><div><a href="http://www.headphone.com/headphones/denon-ah-d2000.php">DENON AH-D2000</a> 350$</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020522000_3332.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://media.headphone.com/productphotos/small/0020522000_3332.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> In the higher end, These cans are great! Their sound is clear and full allowing you to precisely mix and master to a professorial level. There are nicer versions of these headphones made by Denon, take a look at the whole series.</div><div><br />
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<b> Lots.</b> there are a ton of headphones. Depending on what is important for you, good sound, lots of bass, cool looking, etc. there are so many options. as long as you like what you pick, they are good.<br />
Don't necessarily go for the most popular brand or coolest one ( unless thats important to you :/ ), look online for reviews and find the best ones for you. How often you plan to use them (durability) should be considered and for how long (comfort). Your environment and situation is important too as you might want to look into noise canceling headphones which are great for travel or if your looking for some peace of mind.<br />
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<b>I'm going to start posting music daily, and i'm thinking i will throw in a short review or some piece of gear on each post. comment if you like the idea!</b></div><div><b>_______________________________________________________________</b></div><div>Remember these are just a few, make sure to look around and do your own research. You can use this as a basis for your research as several of these models have lower/higher priced and better versions. There are tons of headphones on the market and a lot of good ones. Hope I helped someone, <i>Thanks follow and comment!</i></div><div><i><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Anyways be sure to check them out! Also check out <a href="http://www.hospitalrecords.com/">Hospital Records</a>, their label (my favorite), for countless drum and bass artist that your sure to love! <i>Thanks, Follow and comment!</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<b>i'm thinking about making a mix tonight and uploading it, anyone interested?</b><br />
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Studio monitors or Reference monitors are different than your average computer speakers. Monitors are made to give a flat sound, in order to give an accurate replication of the sound so you can master your tracks to sound good on all systems. There are many different kinds of monitors , 2 of the large groups are power vs unpowered monitors. Powered monitors have amps included and do not need a separate amp or interface, and in our case are a good start for a home studio or hobbyist. <b>Bellow are some of my picks for lower priced monitors, they are not KRK's but they will keep some money in your pocket for a good sound!</b><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">2. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001T9O5UM">Alesis M1Active 520 USB</a>: ($160) These our my monitors till i upgrade later this year and i can say i am very happy with them. These monitors offer a good frequency range and quality specs while maintaining a low price. They sound good on all genres of music and good for producing. The bass is clear and these monitors can handle a fairly high volume level. When listening leisurely or in a non studio set up they have a bass boost and sound great. I really like their ability to record from the stereo 1/4 inputs through the usb or use them as regular monitors. Good build quality and a solid feel to them, i am overall very pleased by my purchase and the price is great too! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31ceuVg7YvL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31ceuVg7YvL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3.<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-MS16-Powered-Desktop-Monitors/dp/B000979TV0/ref=sr_1_9?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1304042566&sr=1-9">Behringer MS16 Powered Desktop Monitors</a>: ($75) While on a lower level than the pairs above, thesem monitors will get the job done for those on a serious budget. Better than a overpriced pair of computer speakers, you will get a fairly flat and good response from this budget solution. Small and compact, you get what you pay for. However in my opinion i would much rather save for a more expensive pair.<a href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51acQewjTuL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51acQewjTuL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Edit: Tomorrow is going to be a double update, my first Production tutorial and a new artist! make sure to check it out!Cosmonaut Musichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13298753133330646753noreply@blogger.com33tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2966788631841959038.post-83109031827431809992011-04-27T16:14:00.000-07:002011-04-27T16:14:42.304-07:00Netsky<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Netsky is a Belgium drum and bass producer who has earned his place in the liquid scene. His drums are fluid and flow throughout the track. Accompanied by smooth basslines his powerful and driving leads give a massive sound. He is defiantly one of my favorite drum and bass producers.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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At his <a href="http://netskymusic.com/">website</a> you can download one of his newest singles "The Pirate Bay" free, Check him out if you like drum and bass or just looking for something different. <i>Thanks, follow and comment!</i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Tomorrow i'm going to be reviewing some entry level monitors and speakers!</span>Cosmonaut Musichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13298753133330646753noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2966788631841959038.post-15305769314990972832011-04-26T20:14:00.000-07:002011-04-26T20:24:54.080-07:00Flying Lotus.Flying Lotus is a producer from Los Angeles who's sound is truly out of this world. His sound takes root in hip-hop but is highly experimental and has a very prominent electronic influence. Filled with deep intricate bassline and flawless sample work, Flying lotus creates a unique sound i have yet to hear reproduced. His latest albums is <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cosmogramma">Cosmogramma</a> but a new albums is in the works and planned to be released this year.<br />
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Flying lotus is a artist believe will remain in my top 5 for a long time and i among many can not wait for his new album this year. Be sure to check him out! <i>Thanks, Follow and Comment!</i><br />
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