Apple Logic Pro /LogicExpress Discussion

Hi , I use Sennheiser HD250 II's, which make a good comparison when used with studio monitors. My son uses HD25's (closed back), and the more I use them the more I love them, especially for live mixing. As the guys have said, try some, it's all very personal.
Gil Gillian



> On 27 Mar 2009, at 11:54, Steve Currington wrote:
> 
> > Hi..
> > Sorry for Mixing mainly.
> > Not for any performer but for me when using Logic.
> >
> > Stephen Currington
> > de Composer
> > Wellington, New Zealand
> >
> > On 28/03/2009, at 12:40 AM, The Drop wrote:
> >
> > > Hello Steve,
> > > You have not said whether you will be using them for tracking or
> > > mixing?
> > >
> > > Obviously closed back phones are better for tracking/monitoring, as
> > > they reduce spill onto mics, especially for vocals, but I have  
> > always
> > > found open back phones easier to listen through for long periods,  
> > and
> > > definitely better for judging a mix.
> > >
> > > I would recommend going for Sennheiser Beyer, or AKG whichever you
> > > choose, as even their low end models will have the benefit of their
> > > R&D experience. Generally avoid phones aimed at the iPod market as
> > > they often have a "larger than life" sound.
> > >
> > > I am using;
> > > Open for mixing reference
> > > Sennheiser 430, now discontinued, but very familar as I've had them
> > > for 20 years+
> > > Sennheiser 565 Ovation
> > >
> > > Closed for singer monitoring
> > > Sennheiser HD250 linear
> > >
> > > Closed for loud drummers
> > > Beyer DT150 (very similar to the DT100s, but with a more open top  
> > end)
> > >
> > > I assume these should all be available in NZ?
> > > --
> > > Best Wishes
> > > Steve Coates
> > >
> > > Listen to The Drop at;
> > > http://www.TheDrop.biz
> > >
> > > On 27 Mar 2009, at 10:52, Steve Currington wrote:
> > >
> > > > Hi..
> > > >
> > > > I am about to buy a new pair of Studio Monitor Headphones. I was
> > > > wondering what people are using and what people suggest is a good
> > > buy?
> > > >
> > > > Now I don't want cheap ala $30 pairs.. but I also don't wanna  
> > spend
> > > > my life savings <grin>
> > > > I prefer over the ear models.. Don't like the ear bud style and  
> > the
> > > > styles/designs that sit on the ear and "crush" the ears - I find
> > > > that both these are hard to wear for long periods.
> > > >
> > > > I have had Sennheiser and AKG brands recommended as a starting  
> > place
> > > > but there re others out there that are also worth looking into.
> > > >
> > > > Any advice would be appreciated..
> > > >
> > > > NB I live in New Zealand so major brands are what I need not some
> > > > local knock off etc... I will need to buy locally or I guess via
> > > > ebay/amazon or something.
> > > >
> > > > Steve Currington
> > > > Wellington, New Zealand
> > > >
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