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SEAWOLF97
07-25-2013, 02:31 PM
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from the NYT :crying:

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/25/garden/the-new-audio-geeks.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0

some odd things there :

From the renewed popularity of vinyl (a trend (http://www.nytimes.com/2013/06/10/arts/music/vinyl-records-are-making-a-comeback.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0) that isn’t lost on retailers like Urban Outfitters, which now sells not just records but turntables alongside its clothing) to the sales explosion of high-end headphones like the $400 Beats by Dre, many younger music fans are seeking a listening experience that goes beyond an MP3 and a cheap pair of earbuds.

Of course, for some, the primary motivation is fashion; it’s become cool to collect vinyl or wear slick headphones.

but generally an interesting article.

then:
Audiophile’s Wishlisthttp://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2013/07/25/garden/20130725-AUDIO.html?ref=garden

louped garouv
07-31-2013, 05:10 PM
what's sad is how awful folks are saying at least some of the more mainstream offerings are, from a performance standpoint, especially given the price points...

http://www.head-fi.org/products/beats-studio-by-dr-dre-hi-def-noise-canceling-over-ear-headphones/reviews

I've not heard them, to be fair though....
I've had the same Sony 7506 model for awhile now....