Q. I am a small time DJ and have been looking for a place or site that will let me put my logo on the actual "headphone" part as well as my DJ name on the interior part of the band. So far I've had no luck. Any suggestions of sites or places in Toronto or Ottawa I could try?
Answer
What method do you want it decorated?
Most companies which make headphones aren't going to bother with custom decorating. The market for such things most likely wouldn't pay the salary of one guy doing this full time.
If you're looking for something embossed, you need to consider the cost of making an injection mold for such a limited run. There are a few sites on the net that will custom make plastic parts for you, which could then be used to replace the factory ones, but unless you have experience in the design software, this would also cost quite a bit to hire. You also get into a tricky situation when you're making parts which might well be patented.
If you're merely looking to have it painted, I suggest trying the local art college, if you don't have the skills to reproduce your logo yourself. Keep in mind that you pay more when you demand specific results. Artists are often cheaper than artisans, as artisans are trying to make a living off such things.
I can think of a dozen different ways to customize headphones, but all require you finding someone willing to do custom work, at a price you can afford. Or they require you spending thirty bucks at a hobby lobby and learning a new skill.
What method do you want it decorated?
Most companies which make headphones aren't going to bother with custom decorating. The market for such things most likely wouldn't pay the salary of one guy doing this full time.
If you're looking for something embossed, you need to consider the cost of making an injection mold for such a limited run. There are a few sites on the net that will custom make plastic parts for you, which could then be used to replace the factory ones, but unless you have experience in the design software, this would also cost quite a bit to hire. You also get into a tricky situation when you're making parts which might well be patented.
If you're merely looking to have it painted, I suggest trying the local art college, if you don't have the skills to reproduce your logo yourself. Keep in mind that you pay more when you demand specific results. Artists are often cheaper than artisans, as artisans are trying to make a living off such things.
I can think of a dozen different ways to customize headphones, but all require you finding someone willing to do custom work, at a price you can afford. Or they require you spending thirty bucks at a hobby lobby and learning a new skill.
Good headphones for my needs?
Q. I want them with great noise canceling, deep bass, and wireless, preferably a cup over the ear design. Any headphones like this for around $200?
Answer
Hey, WackaflockagotshoTa
There is a wide selection of headphones that are available on the market at the moment, and for the most part, the quality of the sound and craftmanship will depend on the price range you are willing to spend. In the lower price range (less than $50), you should be able to find some pretty good headphones that will be perfect for somebody that is just aiming to listen to music on their iPod or computer, and are not full-on audiophiles. Once you get to the medium price range ($50-150), you will get a good selection of amazing quality headphones that are going to be perfect for nearly everyone that is not involved with music professionally. The quality of these headphones are going to be suberb, should cancel out nearly all background noise, and are going to be of a quality craftmanship that is going to last for a very long time. On the expensive side of things ($150 and up), you are going to find professional quality sets. For most people this is going to be complete overkill as they provide a quality of sound that is unmatched, but is usually only sought after by professionals working on their own music (or the kinds of consumers who make sure that their house is hooked up with the best speaker systems on the market).
Depending on the amount you are willing to spend, my top five recommendations (from cheapest to most expensive) would have to be:
Sennheiser HD 202 II Professional
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/sennheiser-hd-202-ii-professional/
This model provides good insulation against background noise and has a solid bass range and response time. Perfect for somebody looking for an affordable set of quality headphones.
Sennheiser RS120
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/sennheiser-rs120/
These are very affordable for wireless headphones. They have an open-ear system with a strong bass response. Since they are wireless, you don't even have to be in the same room as the device that is transmitting the sound, giving you ultimate flexibility while listening to music. Very lightweight and a high quality. I have this set for using around my house.
Sennheiser HD280 Professional
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/sennheiser-hd-280-pro/
Here we are well into the midrange quality headphones. These ones are corded, but provides a much better sound quality than the RS120. They provide up to 32 dB attenuation of outside noise, so you don't need to worry about much from background noise, even in somewhat noisy environments.
Beats by Dr. Dre Solo HD
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/beats-by-dr-dre-solo-hd/
These are on the high-end of the spectrum of headphones. They are very comfortable and can produce a top-notched sound quality. If you're looking for something that is "in-style" and provides some of the best sound quality you can find at this price range, then these are the headphones for you.
Bose Quietcomfort 15
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/bose-quietcomfort-15/
I use these when I'm playing live venues. They are some of the best headphones you can buy at the moment, are very comfortable when wearing for many hours at a time (even in hot, sweaty clubs), block out almost all background noise and provide nearly unmatched sound quality. For somebody looking for professional quality headphones, or with a big budget looking for the best money can buy, then these are the headphones for you.
Overall, the most important thing for choosing the headphones, is the think about what you will be using them for and don't over estimate how much headphone-power you actually need. If you're looking for something to use to and from school or just while you're hanging out, listening to music, you probably don't need top of the line Bose. Good luck, WackaflockagotshoTa, and I hope you find the perfect set!
Hey, WackaflockagotshoTa
There is a wide selection of headphones that are available on the market at the moment, and for the most part, the quality of the sound and craftmanship will depend on the price range you are willing to spend. In the lower price range (less than $50), you should be able to find some pretty good headphones that will be perfect for somebody that is just aiming to listen to music on their iPod or computer, and are not full-on audiophiles. Once you get to the medium price range ($50-150), you will get a good selection of amazing quality headphones that are going to be perfect for nearly everyone that is not involved with music professionally. The quality of these headphones are going to be suberb, should cancel out nearly all background noise, and are going to be of a quality craftmanship that is going to last for a very long time. On the expensive side of things ($150 and up), you are going to find professional quality sets. For most people this is going to be complete overkill as they provide a quality of sound that is unmatched, but is usually only sought after by professionals working on their own music (or the kinds of consumers who make sure that their house is hooked up with the best speaker systems on the market).
Depending on the amount you are willing to spend, my top five recommendations (from cheapest to most expensive) would have to be:
Sennheiser HD 202 II Professional
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/sennheiser-hd-202-ii-professional/
This model provides good insulation against background noise and has a solid bass range and response time. Perfect for somebody looking for an affordable set of quality headphones.
Sennheiser RS120
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/sennheiser-rs120/
These are very affordable for wireless headphones. They have an open-ear system with a strong bass response. Since they are wireless, you don't even have to be in the same room as the device that is transmitting the sound, giving you ultimate flexibility while listening to music. Very lightweight and a high quality. I have this set for using around my house.
Sennheiser HD280 Professional
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/sennheiser-hd-280-pro/
Here we are well into the midrange quality headphones. These ones are corded, but provides a much better sound quality than the RS120. They provide up to 32 dB attenuation of outside noise, so you don't need to worry about much from background noise, even in somewhat noisy environments.
Beats by Dr. Dre Solo HD
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/beats-by-dr-dre-solo-hd/
These are on the high-end of the spectrum of headphones. They are very comfortable and can produce a top-notched sound quality. If you're looking for something that is "in-style" and provides some of the best sound quality you can find at this price range, then these are the headphones for you.
Bose Quietcomfort 15
http://headphones.respectablereviews.com/bose-quietcomfort-15/
I use these when I'm playing live venues. They are some of the best headphones you can buy at the moment, are very comfortable when wearing for many hours at a time (even in hot, sweaty clubs), block out almost all background noise and provide nearly unmatched sound quality. For somebody looking for professional quality headphones, or with a big budget looking for the best money can buy, then these are the headphones for you.
Overall, the most important thing for choosing the headphones, is the think about what you will be using them for and don't over estimate how much headphone-power you actually need. If you're looking for something to use to and from school or just while you're hanging out, listening to music, you probably don't need top of the line Bose. Good luck, WackaflockagotshoTa, and I hope you find the perfect set!
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