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2016/04/25 07:10:38
RamboFB
dwardzala
RamboFB, your BR800 is an audio interface.  I use one with my laptop (because it works on USB3.0 and Win10.)  You only get 2 channels with the BR as an AI (not 4 like in standalone mode) but there are a number of different workflows you can use.  It doesn't have great connections for monitors (RCA's) but it will work just find for headphones.
 
If you need help setting it up, post and I'll try to help you.  As far as headphones, the AT recommendation is a good one.




Hi thank you for the reply.
 
Yes I have used it as an audio interface but I was unaware that it supported USB3.0, thanks a lot for that information.
 
I see, didn't know that you could record two tracks at once when using the USB function. Again thank you for that information.
 
I had actually thought all monitors were connected through RCA's but that shows how much I know. I will look into this nearer the time if I decide to purchase a set of monitors.
 
Thanks I appreciate that, I'm ok with the BR800 at the moment but I have been consulting the manual ALOT..
 
Thanks again.
2016/04/25 18:09:38
tlw
The usual connection for studio monitors is an electronically balanced one using TRS jack or XLR plugs and running at +4dB levels, not the lower levels usually found on consumer electronics.
2016/04/27 16:26:36
eph221
I agree with pwalpwal about the 7506's.  Some say they emphasize the higher frequencies, but that's often not really an issue.  The other great choice is the 280PRo's.  Both are under 100 if you do a little research.  They retail for much more.
2016/04/27 23:32:22
Cactus Music
Headphones are now produced by the millions of container loads ,, there has never been so many headphones manufactured probably thanks to the way people now listen to music. This is a good thing for us musicians who where used to paying over $100 for cans. Mass production brings the price down.  
I'm a sucker for trying $15 headphones you'll see in dollar or discount stores. 
I've seen the exact same headphones sell for $150 in a fancy box and a skull or some cool graphics added. I think it's the biggest consumer scam going. Ear buds too!  
But for the most part I've had good luck if you know what to look for in the design. 
My latest batch sound as good as any of the ones I own made by Sony, AKG, AT etc. Most of those all have issues. All headphones share one thing in common, flimsy cables that are easily destroyed by studio musicians.  So I'm though with name brand cans. 
With the $15 ones, I'll try one pair and if I like them I go buy a bunch. 
When I travel I have done a lot of editing and listening with just my laptop and a pair of these $15 headphones. 
I've even brought mixes very close to finished with them.  
I'd post what brand but they have no markings on them ! 
 
2016/04/29 12:38:08
patm300e
I bought a pair of the REALLY CHEAP (< $30.00 on Amazon) Superlux HD681s.
http://www.amazon.com/Superlux-681-Dynamic-Semi-Open-Headphones/dp/B002GHIPYI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1461947836&sr=8-1&keywords=Superlux+HD681
 
Sonarworks has  a profile for them.  http://sonarworks.com/headphones/overview/
 
I can say that when I turn off the plugin the superlux phones are a little on the annoying side with boomy bass.  I am used to Sennheiser (Lower end HD210s).  The Supeluxs with the plugin engaged sound very smooth. 
 
UPDATE: I use these for mixing now all the time...They seem to translate (to my phone, car, etc.) better mixes than I was doing with my Sennheiser HD-200s.
 
 
 
 
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