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u/SockPuppetDinosaur · 24 pointsr/LifeProTips

Since most of this thread is full of people asking for headphones, there are a few nice ones around $50, which seems to be everyones "budget".

Earbuds: $36: Yuin PK3. You can opt for the PK2 if you want better quality earbuds. No one else really comes close in this category.

Headphones:
$50: iGrado

$75: Grado

$100: Audio Technica AD700

I really suggest to get the PK3 if your budget is that low (below $50). Otherwise, everyone seems to like Sennhiser, Audio Technica, Sony and Koss.

Here is a good reference to look up known good headphones. It's a little outdated, as the prices have gone up on most of these.

I have the Audio Technica M50, and my friend has the M50S. The only big difference is a coiled cord on the M50S. Good luck, and enjoy your music!

u/phargarten · 15 pointsr/Music

Hey guys. I am a DJ and have been through my fair share of headphones for professional and personal use. Brands to watch out for are Pioneer, Sennheiser, Shure, Ultimate Ears. Brands to run from (in my experience) are Audio Technica, Yamaha, Sony (mainly on their lower end), weird brands like Coby and JVC, and for godsakes be weary of skullcandy; they may look cool but they are made from exceptionally cheap materials that result in poor build and sound quality.

Finally, it depends what you are looking for: in-ear, cans(over ear or open air), noise canceling etc.


In-Ear:
1-- Sennheiser CX200
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-200-Ear-Canal-bud/dp/B001OIK50C

3-- Shure E2c
http://www.amazon.com/Shure-E2c-Sound-Isolating-Earphones/dp/B0000CE1UO


Open-air:
1-- Koss PortaPros (dorky but amazing sound for $)
http://www.amazon.com/Koss-PortaPro-Headphones-with-Case/dp/B00001P4ZH

2-- Sennheiser PX100
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PX-100-Collapsible-Headphones/dp/B000089GN3

3-- Grado SR60 -- 80 dollars but well worth it -- my favorite but read up on these before you buy
http://www.amazon.com/Grado-60-SR-60-Padded-Headphones/dp/B0006DPMU4


Over-ear:
1- Sennheiser HD-497
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-497-Over-Ear-Headphones-Silver/dp/B000065BPC

hope that helps :)
edited for readability. wtf reddit

u/FreelanceSocialist · 10 pointsr/headphones

Okay. What I am going to recommend is two sets of headphones. One for nice, comfy, multi-hour home listening in front of the computer, and another set for when you're on the go. All of these sound good without any amplification.

Full-Size, Home Listening

  • Audio Technica ATH-AD700 - nice, mid-level offering. Wonderful, open sound and definitely the #1 most comfortable headphones I have ever owned. These are fairly large, this is what they look like on me. They are reasonably light, and the design is completely open. You will hear sounds around you and if someone is sitting next to you, they will hear some of your music (or all of it, if you have the volume cranked). The pads are fuzzy and comfortable. Highly recommended for electronic music, chamber pieces, acoustic guitar and piano... well, just about everything. (~$100)

  • Sennheiser HD-280 Pro - These are the heavyweight champions of the $50-$100 price range. Headfi (a major audiophile community) loves these things. So do I. Comfortable, with fantastic bass response and great isolation. Built like a tank - I DJ'd for quite awhile and my set is still going strong despite being dropped, stepped on, thrown in road cases, etc. The ear cups also rotate reasonably freely to allow them to fold "flat" and be tossed in a backpack. The pads on these are that pleather material which could cause a little bit of sweat, but nothing to really complain about. Excellent sound, overall, but particularly suited to drum n bass, dubstep, industrial, goa and other genres of trance and electronic dance music. My pair is actually in my lab at work, at the moment, so no photo of them, sorry! (~$90)

  • Audio Technica M50S - Foldable, easy to toss in a bag. These are what I moved to after using the 280 Pro's for several years. Very smooth sound with a pretty surprising bass range. Definitely out-performed the 280's in some pieces of music when it came to the low range. Again, smooth, balanced sound overall. Great isolation on par with the 280's. The soundstage isn't as good as the AD700's, since these are closed headphones, otherwise I'd totally recommend these, flat out. These beat the Monster Beats Studio, hands down, for a third of the price. <3 Bass (~$120)

    Portables

  • Koss Portapro - These things are classics for a reason. Very, very highly recommended by a ton of people. Comfortable, portable, built well, and excellent sound for the price bracket they are in. Unique styling. Those temple pads you see keep the pressure from the earpieces from becoming fatiguing on your ears. I've forgotton that I was wearing them on several occasions and tried to put on my hat over them. If you're cool with the style, I really recommend these. (~$40)

  • Grado SR60i - I love Grados. They have a really classic look, they are very comfortable, and they have solid sound. More suited to articulate, dynamic music. Not a ton of bass. Would recommend these for home use as well, actually. If you want, you can step up to the SR80i, but I don't feel like you will hear too great a difference, out of an iPod or an onboard soundcard. (~$70-$100)


    Note: the Amazon links above are using my affiliate ID. What this means is that if you purchase a set through those links, Amazon gives me 4-6% of the purchase price as a commission. The price you pay is not affected in any way - that commission comes out of their end. You don't have to use those links, you can search Amazon for any of the models above. And by all means, you don't have to buy through Amazon.
u/dolichoblond · 8 pointsr/headphones

Second on the AD700. Grados might be good for the lighter end of metal, not great for dubstep though (unless you can find a pair of the Alessandro MS1 version for less than their usual $100 tag.) They're not the most comfortable but it's like you have nothing at all covering your ears.

One note on bigger headphones, even open ones. If you're listening to the world around you, it's not a problem. But I have noticed that people will not talk to me if I'm wearing big open headphones, like the Beyer DT 880. Even though I can hear everything like I'm not wearing giant Princess Leia buns, the sight of them is a deterrent. Not a problem for you monitoring them but since the work environment sounds interactive I wanted to bring it up. Seems to be less of a problem with Grados; they appear smaller even with the circumaural pads put on.

u/foamed · 7 pointsr/Metal

Personally I'm a bigger fan of closed headphones (it leaks less sound out and so on).

But I would've gone for the Grado-Prestige-SR-60i or the Sennheiser HD448. I bet you could find them at a cheaper price somewhere else though. :)

u/HaveYouSeenMyStapler · 6 pointsr/audiophile

Ordered!

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Not as great of a deal, but the Grado SR60i's popped up for $35.50 today as well.

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Edit: My order was canceled :(

u/Rookwood · 6 pointsr/technology

Here are some good headphones for the price.

Koss PortaPros - $50 (Usually you can find these for like $30, not sure why Amazon has them marked up)

Grado sr60i - $80

Sennheiser HD555 - $190

Audio Technica is another manufacturer to look into but I'm not familiar with their products. I only use open back headphones.

I think the Grado's are the best deal. I use sr80i's.

u/hamcake · 5 pointsr/classicalmusic

If you're looking for something really affordable with great sound, check out the Grado SR-60i - read the reviews... for sound, and price, they can't be beat.

For a good alternate set that are really portable, get the Koss Portapros - cheap, great sound, and they have a lifetime warranty. I fold these up and toss them in my backpack every day, and when they break I'll just send them back to Koss for a new set.

u/brotoss1 · 5 pointsr/galaxys4

I use these when I'm out and about and these when I'm at home. Turns out I can get the first pair to fit if I press down firmly and it sort of "locks" the headphones in place. Not surprised about the Grados not fitting, the jack on those is quite large, but I pretty much just use those at home so no big deal there. Might be able to keep the case without messing with it after all. I'll just have to give it a real-world test run to make sure my headphones stay in place when I'm actually moving around.

EDIT: Headphone cutout diameter is about 7mm for anyone worried about this issue.

u/cogitoergosam · 5 pointsr/hardware

Surround sound cans are gimmicky at best; you'll be best off with a higher quality standard stereo pair than an equivalently priced 5.1 or 7.1 pair. That said, I have a pair of Grado SR-80i's that retail for about $100 and are incredible for the price point for music. They work well enough for gaming on sound quality alone, but they're open-air which may be an issue if you are trying to block out external noise. I love the closer soundstage they offer though. There is also slightly cheaper version, the SR-60i which is ~$80 on amazon. Both are low enough impedance to work well without an amp but will benefit from one if you're that interested in getting into the audiophile music experience.

I wouldn't necessarily recommend them for gaming as a primary usage, but for music they really whip the llama's ass. They're pricier than you mentioned, but the difference in quality from $50 to the $80 sr60i is HUGE, and well worth the $30 in my opinion.

u/mi0j · 5 pointsr/audiophile

Grado SR-60i and Shure SRH240 are both very good. I have owned both and I liked the Grado's more.

u/[deleted] · 5 pointsr/AdviceAnimals

Certainly. One could also buy this and this and get SUBSTANTALLY better audio for half the price of Beats (but at the expense of that single red cord). Keep in mind these are open so there is a lot of sound leakage but for listener experience I think these hit the sweet spot as far as price and performance are concerned. Beats don't sound BAD but they are a fashion accessory in the same way Air Jordans aren't bad basketball shoes but they cost so much for name alone.

u/Iacoizumi · 4 pointsr/MLPLounge

Video games!

Alternatively, if you enjoy music and can spare 15$, a decent "starter" audiophile headset.
^(If you can afford it though, I'd jump for the SR-80i. [99$])

u/signalN · 4 pointsr/edmproduction

If you don't have a bigger budget, I recommend looking these up: Grado SR60i
I personally find them great.

u/Corsaer · 4 pointsr/Metal

Thanks for the recommendation!

Right now I'm deciding between Sennheiser HD-280 and the Grado Prestige SR-60i.

u/someguyinworld · 3 pointsr/DaftPunk

I had a pair of Grado SR-60i's. They were great, and the general consensus on Reddit as well as Amazon is that if you don't need isolation, they're the best headphones you can get in that price range.

You might get better responses over at /r/headphones.

u/nathris · 3 pointsr/buildapc

Absolutely. If you must get a gaming headset then go with a Razer Carcharias, but you'd be better off keeping your mic and better headphones, eg

u/notabadname · 3 pointsr/trees

I haven't personally tried these yet but they've been sitting in my Amazon wishlist for a while. Reviews seem to be mostly favorable.

u/asflores · 3 pointsr/Music

Exactly right. I bought these SR-60's a while back and can't believe the sound. You did say you want "good" bass so I'm going to assume you mean a lot of bass. In that case, these aren't for you. The Grado's are a much more even mix of frequencies with a nice wide range. You will hear things in music that you, unless you have had great headphones before, have probably never heard. Just look at the reviews on Amazon, I'm pretty sure they are some of the highest rated pair of headphones they have to offer.

u/notredamelawl · 3 pointsr/buildapc

These are pretty legendary: http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-SR-60i-Padded-Headphones/dp/B0006DPMU4

But these are what I love, since I like to block out all other sound: http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SCL4-W-Isolating-Earphones-Headphones/dp/B000TUZOAC/ref=sr_1_11?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1310575278&sr=1-11

(I got these for $60!!!!!! on clearance at guitar center a couple years ago...look for a good sale, or go for the cheaper model. They're all good.)


Could probably get all of these on ebay. Always look for sound deals on ebay/cragislist, because good equipment pretty much lasts forever and doesn't change over time, unlike receivers.

That's a huge reason why computer speakers are a bad move...they integrate all the components. If you buy everything separately, you can only upgrade what you need over your lifetime. There are people that will keep speakers for 20 years and just get a different amp/receiver every few years as technology gets better.

I also own these, and they sound as good as they did when I got them about 10 years ago: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR-V700DJ-DJ-Style-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00001W0DH

u/ase8913 · 3 pointsr/audiophile

These if you are on a budget.

u/ztherion · 3 pointsr/audiophile

What kind of music do you listen to? And do you need isolation (i.e. is it okay if people around you can hear your music?)

If you listen to rock music and don't mind other people hearing your music, Grado SR-60i would fit your needs, especially with the thick, durable cable. However, bassy music like hip-hop and electronic aren't quite as well suited. The bass on the Grados is clear, but lacks punch.

u/howlingwolfpress · 3 pointsr/Metal

They are over your budget, but consider the Grado SR-60i or Grado SR-80i

u/daddydicklooker · 3 pointsr/Metal101

Grado headphones are considered the best for metal and rock by many people. The Grado SR-60i are amazingly fun headphone for the price. I havea pair of Grado 225i and they are my choice of headphone whenever listening to metal.

u/AML86 · 2 pointsr/politics

Sennheiser is a quality brand, although they have a lot of low end pieces as well, much like Sony. Both AKG and AT have some models under $150, although AT at that range are lacking in bass. As you might expect, I'm going to point you to the arch-nemesis of expensive headgear, Grado. their $80 SR60i are better than good $200 sets.

Maybe that's why I never liked doing shots of vodka. The cheaper the better, and something fruity to mix. Expensive whiskey is a different story.

u/felix1429 · 2 pointsr/headphones

You can get better sounding headphones for 1/5 the price (See: Grado SR-60i).

u/OckAyeThaThingwee · 2 pointsr/headphones

I guess I forgot to add that it doesn't look like Grado allows any shipping to Canada, or anywhere outside the US. I've checked Amazon.ca, but they're selling the SR60i's for double the $80 price I've been seeing. I've found many websites selling them, but I don't think any of them ship to Canada.

u/SideburnedBard · 2 pointsr/Bass

I'm not sure if they're the best headphones for work specifically with the bass guitar, but I have a pair of Grado SR-60s, and they are phenomenal for anything in the studio.

u/notaloop · 2 pointsr/malefashionadvice

What about the Grado SR60i? They also have that classic look, though apparently there are some comfort issues when they are new.

u/Rickles360 · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

Grado. I've been rocking the 125i's for 5 years now. I once needed some super glue to stop the headband from disconnecting from the ear cup (I think it comes apart so people can swap out the headband if desired) but other than that I can't imagine these things going bad any time soon. I think they sound better than ever actually after a few years of solid use to really loosen the drivers. To be honest I take care of them and don't typically wear them outside(The cable is long and heavy more on that later) but I'm certain that these will hold up if my pair has anything to say about the company. Grado is a small family owned American company and their headphones are well worth the price if you are interested in high quality audio.

When I first bought them, I saw the kinks in the rubber cable and though that they were fragile. Now I realize how thick the actual cable is compared to cheap ear buds. The cable before the split is as thick as a pencil. This is for sound quality but it also greatly helps durability. Also to note, if you like heavy bass like beats they might not be for you. Personally I appreciate the brightness and accuracy in the high and mid end that allows everything to sound so clear. They really make you appreciate quality album production because every note sings. Sorry if this comes off as biased. I love my Grado's. I understand there's lots of good headphone choices though.

For your consideration, here's the introductory model. http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR-60i-Headphones/dp/B0006DPMU4

u/autophage · 2 pointsr/gadgets

Thought of another.

If she likes music at all, get her a pair of really good headphones. The pair I linked is 80 bucks and is often regarded as the best you can get for under 300 or so (and for 20 bucks more you can get the SR-80's, which are pretty much the same but have a bit more bass).

One of the highest return-on-investment things I can think of that I've bought.

u/badgerfish · 2 pointsr/fffffffuuuuuuuuuuuu
u/justsomeguy75 · 2 pointsr/AskReddit

Grado SR-60's. They're amazing headphones, especially for the price ($75), and they have a nice retro look. Can't recommend them enough.

Here's a link.

u/loopynewt · 2 pointsr/buildapc

At sub-$100, I'd go for the Sennheiser 280 Pro or Grado SR-60i. Above that range, I'd start looking at the Audio Technica M50s with dat 5/5 Amazon rating. I've owned both the Grados above and the M50s. I like them both a lot.

u/darkmessiah · 2 pointsr/audiophile
u/tehpuppet · 2 pointsr/dubstep

I have the Sennheiser PX 100-II which are nice, cheap and have almost too much emphasis on the bass end.

I would recommend (in order of price) the Koss PortaPro, Grado SR 60 or Sennheiser HD 25-1 II

Also check http://www.head-fi.org/

u/Capolan · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

save a bit more and get a pair of M50 Audio Technica. I'm not a huge AT fan, but those are really good. If you don't mind "open" headphones - Grado SR60i is the headphone to beat in that price range. Grados are awesome but they are "open" and others can hear your headphones...

save EVEN more and check into some Sennheiser 25 1 II -- the number 1 DJ headphone on the planet, and fully replaceable everything.

Save more than that and you are in a whole new price point where there are tons of choices. after senn 25 1 II I really like what I have at work - Vmoda M100. Serious bass, and they sound incredible.


Headphones are a tricky one because, it can get CRAZY expensive very quickly. There are headphones in the 1000s of dollars...so it comes to "what do you want to spend"

you can often find good buys on those 25 1 II -- and those are very good. The M50 - also excellent. Weirdly enough the unit that is a step up from the 25 1 II, the Amperior - the older model (the blue caps) is selling for less than the 25 1 II. if you see the amperior cheaper, and you want the 25 1 II, get the amperior.

I would say this: if you have the money for the Marshalls, wait a bit longer and save more to get a much better pair.

here's some links:

Grado SR60i

http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR-60i-Headphones/dp/B0006DPMU4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1395205203&sr=8-3&keywords=Grado+sr

Audio Technica - M50

http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B000ULAP4U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1395205266&sr=8-2&keywords=audio+technica+m50

Sennheiser 25 1 II

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD25-1-II-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B000TDZOXG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395205301&sr=8-1&keywords=sennheiser+25

Sennheiser Amperior (the higher model of the 25 1 II)

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Amperior-Blue-Headphones/dp/B0070U6N6I/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1395205355&sr=8-4&keywords=sennheiser+25

Vmoda M80

http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-On-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B005HSDLCO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395205401&sr=8-1&keywords=vmoda+m80

Vmoda M100

http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPCG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395205438&sr=8-1&keywords=vmoda+m100

u/Shajirr · 1 pointr/headphones

I used Koss PortaPro for some time, were decent for their price. Might not be what you want if you need sound isolation though.

[Or if you want to gamble on a discount] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006DPMU4) (long delivery time+unknown stock)

u/sw1nglinestapler · 1 pointr/gamingpc

If you don't mind spending an extra $30, the [Grado SR-60] (http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR-60i-Headphones/dp/B0006DPMU4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348376652&sr=8-1&keywords=grado+sr+60i) is about as good as it gets in terms of price/performance, assuming you can put up with a bit of sound leakage.

u/Hingleton · 1 pointr/Music

The Grado SR-60i's won whathifi's best headphones a couple of years ago and for only 79 bucks they are a fucking steal. IMO sennheiser are the Beats by dre of the audiophile headphone market. Grado's might not be the sexiest thing out there but they are American made, if you care about that type of thing, and dollar for dollar they're the best on the market. If you're looking for over ear rather than on, the AKG K-240 has been an industry favorite for years.

u/MechaAaronBurr · 1 pointr/AskReddit

Yes. I love those. That and a pair of Grado SR-60s are probably all anyone would ever need.

u/Mephiska · 1 pointr/audiophile

I do love my M50's, and for a 16yo he'd get props because they just look good, plus they sound great if you're into electronic music (dubstep perhaps?). But alas, the M50's fall into the "circumaural" category, even though they still sort of rest on the ears.

He's looking for "closed supra aural". It's tough to get closed + supra aural + audiophile quality in one headphone. If you really want the supra-aural feel and can get by with "open" headphones, I highly, HIGHLY recommend the OP looks at Grado. I bought a pair of the SR-60's for my dad and he absolutely loves them. They sound great, are easy to drive and have a nice warm sound. But they're an open design, so that may be an issue if he needs his headphones to not leak noise. But at roughly $80 the Grado's are a quality headphone. They've also got some retro style to them as well.

But do spend some time on Head-fi.org reading up. You'll be amazed at how much good information can be found on their forums.

u/DublinBen · 1 pointr/AskReddit

I'm not sure what issue you're referring to, but if you just got them, you might consider returning them.

You might want to try the Grado SR-60 instead. It's too bad you're in Canada, because you seem to get much worse prices than we do in the US.

u/187lennon · 1 pointr/Music

I've got a pair of Grado sr60 and I really like them. The sound is great and they are comfortable enough that I forget to take them off when the music is over. I sit across from a guy who talks to himself so I feel your pain.

u/absolaum · 1 pointr/headphones

The hd429s is more or less balanced, sits around the ear, doesnt isolate, is fairly large, has velour pads, and has an inline remote for volume control.
The sr60i is non-isolating, sits on the ear, is fairly small, has foam pads, and is geared for rock music while being fairly balanced
The sr60i's are probably the better value, but are not around the ear and do not offer volume control.
just want to point out that while the srh440's are nice entry level cans they are closed and therefore isolate to some degree.

u/EdnaTheTerrible · 1 pointr/funny

For much less : http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-SR-60i-Padded-Headphones/dp/B0006DPMU4

And for around the same price as the beats if you can find some Sennheiser HD650's (probably used @ ~$200) or even HD380's you will wonder why anyone ever wore beats by dre.

u/TechnoViking94 · 1 pointr/headphones

Budget - Based in the UK my budget it anything up to about £70 though there might be some wiggle room if there's a recognizable increase in quality.

Source - PC, if they're portable enough potentially a phone/mp3 player but this is not a priority

Requirements for Isolation - Don't need much, will be used almost exclusively at home(unless of course they're portable)

Preferred Type of Headphone - On ear would be my preference, not opposed to full sized either but certainly not IEM's

Preferred tonal balance - I'd prefer a balanced pair

Past headphones - I have never invested more than £15 on headphones, i'm more of a speaker / sound system guy but i figured i could use some in the dorms i'm living next year. I own a pair of JVC HAFX1X which have been perfectly serviceable as portable headphones and also recently a pair of Sony MDR-ZX100 which i found were a bit quite and didn't provide the overall quality i was hoping for.

Preferred Music - I'm a bit of an alt rock / indie guy, mainly listen to bands like the arctic monkeys, the strokes, Black keys but also a little heavier stuff in the region of Metalica.


Location - England, UK. My preference would be to order off amazon but I don't really mind.

Think thats just about everything,

EDIT: Been highly considering these Grado SR60i Prestige Series Open Backed Headphones any thoughts?

u/vi3tmix · 1 pointr/buildapc

I'm still breaking in my HA-RX700s, but man, they can get really uncomfortable after an hour or so. The quality is good, no doubt, but it brings this sort of heat that somehow just irritates the skin. Could be just me.

I still love high-quality head sets, though, and it's far from a component I would cheap out on. As I said, I used to use HA-RX700 (now more or less just used for my electric guitar at night), and in the future plan on grabbing some Grado SR-60i when they go back on sale for $60 on Amazon. One of the highest rated headphones under $200. Or maybe Alessandro MS-1...

u/AssholeDeluxe · 1 pointr/AskReddit

I've had a pair of these badboys for a year or so. They work very well and have great sound for the price. The only drawbacks are the on-ear design which can get uncomfortable if you're leaving them on for hours at a time. Other than that, I love them.

u/imag1ne · 1 pointr/audiophile

Nope. Try these, or perhaps this. Not too much more than the monoprice ones. However if you want the best value for your dollar spent, you can't get any better than these.

u/NeOldie · 1 pointr/WeAreTheMusicMakers

I was in the same situation (although i lost mine) a few months ago.

I read reviews for hours and from what i´ve read the Grado SR-60(1, 2) are one of the best low-budget headphones you can get.

I had the AKG-121 before for about the same prize and the Grado´s just sound about a 100 times better, the bass is very full and stable and the highs are very detailed at the same time.

A friend of mine is a true audiophile (he doesn´t make music, but he spends thousands on his Hi-fi system and sits the whole day in front of it), he tested them with his lossles hocus-pocus Hi-fi stuff and said they sound similiar to his 300$ AKG´s.

While i´m not that sensible, i enjoy them very much. They basically save as much as possible on the construction and put everything into the sound.

tl;dr Grado SR-60

u/dasmith2345 · 1 pointr/AskReddit

I swear by my Grado 60i set. They look really cook, they sound amazing, and they're a small Brooklyn company.

http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-SR-60i-Padded-Headphones/dp/B0006DPMU4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1323975955&sr=8-1

u/detestrian · 1 pointr/starcraft

Grado SR-60i is in the high end of your price range, perhaps a bit over. amazon

u/SpacemanSpiff_ · 1 pointr/AskReddit

Ya spent quite a bit of time researching headphones, and it payed off in my opinion. Went with the Grado SR60i and haven't looked back since.

u/sigloiv · 1 pointr/ucla

If anyone is still looking around for audio advice, I have one word for you: Grado.

Seriously, for under $100, the only thing better than these are these (both of which you can find for cheaper if you look around).

u/evergreen2011 · 1 pointr/gaming

I have a pair of Razer Carcharias

I had a few cheap sets over the years, and was frustrated by lack of quality of them being uncomfortable. I picked these up after reading many reviews, and on the recommendation of a guy I worked with (he later decided to upgrade to the Megalodon's, but returned them because he didn't feel the difference in quality was worth the increased price.)

These things are very comfortable, the quality of sound is good, and the microphone produces high quality voice. The one downside is that the sound tends to be a bit 'boomy' - there is some exaggerated bass.

I do use them for everyday listening as well as gaming, and they sound quite good. However, for a more 'accurate' listening experience I also have a pair of Grado SR60s which are more portable, but honestly the Razer set sounds just fine.

I'd also recommend looking into some of the Sennheiser sets - I've seen them get great marks, but I don't have any personal experience with them.

u/Angoos · 1 pointr/battlestations

I have a pair of m9's and they are great headphones. They're built very well and produce a great sound. My only beef with them is the bud sleeves tend to pop off easily so you may have to buy replacements. Other than that, their build quality is awesome. I would say they're even better than the Sennheiser cx 300's I had owned. MEelectronics also frequently have sales, making the deal even better.

OP, if you're willing to dish out about $80 you'll get better sound out of a pair of Grado SR-60i's than any similarly priced earbuds. If you want to spend less than that you're probably better off sticking with buds.

u/treesaregreen · 1 pointr/computers

I have Grado SR-80i's they are the best sounding headphones you can get by far for $100

If you are willing to go up to $80 you will not be dissapointed with the Grado SR-60i's.

u/novel__ · 1 pointr/GlobalOffensive

I'd suggest saving up, to be honest. The next step down is the 518s but those cost £99. In the US, 518s and the Siberias would be the same price.

If you absolutely need headphones for under 80 euro, I'd probably suggest either the

  • Grado SR60is

  • Sony V6

    Both should have better soundstage than Siberias, but are just a little out of your price range. Grados are open, so they should have good soundstage. They're apparently amazing for more acoustic type music. V6's have been around for a very long time and are very, very, very accurate. They won't color your music, but you'll get very high levels of detail.

    Anything below that, and I'd say Siberias. 558>518>Grado/V6>Siberia

    Zalman's a pretty good choice. Clear sound, but don't expect it to block out background noise.
u/wikisomnia · 0 pointsr/audiophile

Personally, the Grado SR60i is my favorite. Open can, though, so if you're listening around other people you're gonna lose friends fast.