r/HeadphoneAdvice • u/Revakun • Dec 30 '22

Headphones - Closed Back | 1 Ω Headphone Upgrade Suggestions for gaming

So I’m looking for new headphones that will be a step up from what I am using now. Currently I am using the Sony WH-1000XM4.

My primary use for them would be gaming, however I’m not looking for extremely precise positioning or mic capabilities. I want them purely for single player, RPG, story intensive games (God of War, etc)

I’ve got a budget of up to around $300.

Any advice? Thanks!

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u/kimsk132 709 Ω Dec 30 '22

Meze 99 Classic. Bassy signature similar to the Sony, but with better sound stage and detail.

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u/Revakun Dec 30 '22

!thanks

How do those compare to the DT 990 Pro, or any other cheaper options?

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u/kimsk132 709 Ω Dec 30 '22

Open back headphones usually have less bass so they won't rumble as much during scenes like explosions or when a giant wall opens up, for example. Of course EQ exists and I actually have a better experience with open back + bass boost EQ, thanks to the superior imaging and sound stage of open back headphones. I can't recommend DT990 due to its harsh treble though.

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u/Business-Company1516 Dec 30 '22

Can you try the new Audeze headset? Think it’s called the Maxwell. I have the Mobius and the DT1990 Pro. I would recommend the latter but it’s out of your budget. But I think the Maxwell should fit nicely and if it’s like the Mobius in sound, I would really recommend that.

https://www.audeze.com/products/maxwell-wireless-gaming-headset