If there is one thing people are hooked on, it is the music they relax or rock out to on a daily basis. To enhance their listening experience, music enthusiasts spend a bundle of money on high end audio-systems and top of the line speakers. However, sometimes they need to keep it quiet, but still want to experience full body, quality sound. This is where having a superb pair of headphones are required for the task. The following are some tips to consider when looking for the right kind of headphones for getting the most out of classical and rock music.

Nothing will destroy the quality of a rock or classical listening experience with headphones quite like the weight factor of the pair of headphones being used. It is important to have headphones that do not weigh down too heavily on the ears of an individual—especially if they do a lot of listening for long periods of time. With this in mind, lighter-weight headphones can provide considerable comfort to the user that allows them to enjoy the music without being bothered by how the headphones feel.

When it comes to a pair of quality headphones, it is definitely important to find a pair that can handle a wide range of frequencies. People not only want to hear a good deal of bass in their rock and classical music, but they want access to a smooth mid-range and clean higher frequency range to play with as well. As specs go, the number representing the bass response should be as low as possible, and the number for the treble side of the frequency spectrum should be as high as possible. To get better than average clarity out of headphones, it is important to choose a pair rated above 23,000 Hz.

When listening through closed-backed or internal ear headphones, the ability to lock in sound depends on how well the sound is sealed around or inside the ear. So, a user does not want glasses or their hair to be able to push the padded ring far out away from the ear, because this will reduce sound quality. In like manner, internal ear headphones need to have excellent tips that keep the sound from leaking out around the sides. Over the ear headphones, however, can be easier on the eardrums if used correctly and allow for a more speaker-like experience.

When using headphones with a portable battery device, such as a small radio, portable CD player or smartphone, it is generally recommended to use headphones that have below 32 Ohms impedance. If, on the other hand, a person is listening at home on an AC powered device, then higher impedance headphones will tend to handle the sound of these devices better. So, it depends on the type of device a person is listening to their classical or rock music on when attempting to choose headphones with the right impedance.

While it may seem a little nitpicky to take a close look at the specs and features of headphones, the right headphones will truly make the difference in a person’s listening experience. The last thing a music enthusiast wants to hear is a thin, weak sound in or around their ears. However, if all else fails, a person’s own ears are perhaps the best guide to use to find the right headphones for the job.

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