look for the ath-A series (ATH-A300, A500, A700 or A900). usually closed headphones are not as good as open dynamics, but do not leak and shuts down ambiant noise (perfect for lans)
For instance, the Audio technica series (AD are open, A are closed) is pretty much as follow:
If ATH-AD700 (most popular) equals 100%, in terms of quality and specs. A300 = 40% AD300 = 50 % A500 = 60% AD500 = 70% (buy.com had those for $50) A700 = 90% (you can find those at $120) AD700 = 100% (about $105 on newegg right now) A900 = 110% AD900 = 120%
The A900 is considered by some reviewers as one of the best closed headphones available that aren't over priced. so you may consider the A700, which i think is the world's most popular closed headphones nowadays.
Also, all these headphones are drastically superior to your 5H (in quality, materia and specs).
I have both AD700 and A700 for lans, and depending on the game, i don't really notice the difference that much (i think ath-ad700 sound a bit better, but no difference in terms of surround quality).
i would go with the A700, if the price tag you find for your region is too high, look for the a500, half the price but just slightly less good.
If you want a cheaper alternative, i've been recommending the AKG K81 dj's. They leak no sound, are comfortable and are great for their price. To be honest, i find them almost on par with Grado SR80's.
Closed type headset
I have a set of 5h's v2 at the moment, but alot of sound seems to "escape" and annoy my gf.
Are there any GOOD headsets that dont let any sound escape at all.
Price isnt too much of an issue
Thanks
usually closed headphones are not as good as open dynamics, but do not leak and shuts down ambiant noise (perfect for lans)
For instance, the Audio technica series (AD are open, A are closed) is pretty much as follow:
If ATH-AD700 (most popular) equals 100%, in terms of quality and specs.
A300 = 40%
AD300 = 50 %
A500 = 60%
AD500 = 70% (buy.com had those for $50)
A700 = 90% (you can find those at $120)
AD700 = 100% (about $105 on newegg right now)
A900 = 110%
AD900 = 120%
The A900 is considered by some reviewers as one of the best closed headphones available that aren't over priced. so you may consider the A700, which i think is the world's most popular closed headphones nowadays.
Also, all these headphones are drastically superior to your 5H (in quality, materia and specs).
I have both AD700 and A700 for lans, and depending on the game, i don't really notice the difference that much (i think ath-ad700 sound a bit better, but no difference in terms of surround quality).
i would go with the A700, if the price tag you find for your region is too high, look for the a500, half the price but just slightly less good.
I think you will have a hard time finding gaming grade headphones that wont leak as much sound as your 5H
A700's.
And A700 or HD280 pro.
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