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Durable, Light-Weight, On-Ear Headphones for Work Environment

post #1 of 9
1/25/12 at 9:36am
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My px100's have (finally) started to separate at the 1/8 jack, and the right ear channel is out. I haven't been paying attention to the headphone world for the last few years and would like some opinions before springing for a new pair. I've heard some good reviews about the px100-II, but the primary thing that worries me about them is that they've done nothing to strengthen the jack; I don't want work headphones to be something I need to upgrade every year or so, so that's a definite concern.
 
I have a fairly loose work environment, so whatever I end up getting doesn't need to be wholly closed. Obviously a Grado (which I have at home) is too open, but I also need to be able to hear people getting my attention, the phone, etc etc. I've also spent more than enough $$ on audio for my home, so I'd like to keep this purchase below $50. My budget is pretty wide-open, but I don't want spend any more than I need to.
 
Sound quality should be on-par or better than px100. Build quality should be better. My primary work listening is NPR, various indie music, some rap, etc etc.
 
Get back to me with suggestions so I can finally listen to music in both ears. It's necessary for life. Thanks!
 
 
 
 
(cross-posted from Portable Audio)
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post #2 of 9
1/25/12 at 12:26pm

How about the Jays V-jays?  They get a very positive reception in a review on Headfonia.http://www.headfonia.com/ultra-portable-shootout-px100-px200-portapro-k404-v-jays-tracks-oldskool-and-hd238/  They also have a few others here for your consideration.

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post #3 of 9
1/25/12 at 1:18pm
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Interesting stuff! It looks like I've missed some stuff in my absence.

 

The V-Jays and AIAIAI Tracks are both attractive options (although the latter is more than I would like to spend). It looks like the V-Jays are completely open, however. Can anyone give any more information in how much they leak sound compared to the px100? As much as I'd like to hear my co-workers, I'm don't want them to be unwittingly subjected to my music.

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post #4 of 9
1/25/12 at 1:22pm
Have you considered the ever-popular Portapro or KSC75?
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post #5 of 9
1/26/12 at 1:08am

I highly recommend the Ultrasone HFI-15G.

 

Very similar in structure to the PX-100, but the earpads are larger

and the sound is significantly better.

 

Really fine phones that deserve to be mentioned

(and recommended) much more often than they are.

 

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post #6 of 9
1/26/12 at 1:24am

I recommend the Beyerdynamic DT 235. I was shocked at the sound quality of this cheap little headphone.

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post #7 of 9
1/27/12 at 10:21pm
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Originally Posted by zazex View Post

I highly recommend the Ultrasone HFI-15G.

 

Very similar in structure to the PX-100, but the earpads are larger

and the sound is significantly better.

 

Really fine phones that deserve to be mentioned

(and recommended) much more often than they are.

 



 



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Originally Posted by idletime1213 View Post

I recommend the Beyerdynamic DT 235. I was shocked at the sound quality of this cheap little headphone.


I also like the sound of the DT 235.  Good phones.

 

But I prefer the design of the HFI-15G.  The two headband style

of the DT-235 works very well for the pricier AKG's of which it's

reminiscent, but at this price level there are just too many compromises,

 

Also, I think the Ultrasone HFI -15G sound better at about the same price,

but of course that's subjective.  The fact that the Ultrasones are open

(the Beyers are closed) does seem to provide a wider soundstage and

an airier quality to their sound.

 

 

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post #8 of 9
3/9/12 at 7:24am

I RECOMMEND THE BEATS SOLO!!!!! JKJK Don't kill me guys  biggrin.gif

 

In all seriousness, get the V-Moda M-80's or the Sennheiser HD25-II.

 

Cheers. 

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post #9 of 9
3/9/12 at 7:30am

+1 on the V-moda  M80/ V80, built like they can take alot

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