[guyskr]

Hi everybody!
My old mediocre headphones just broke done, and I guess it's time to buy myself a new set!
So here are is the important info:
* I listen to music for a nice amount of hours everyday, mostly from a computer, but sometimes from my cel phones , so comfort is important
* I need a pretty good insulation because my environment can get quit loud, but nothing over the top.
* I listen to a wide range of music genres, but mostly to classic rock, hard rock, folk and indie. The only genre I really don't listen to at all is electronic music.
 
I did a little research and came back with two options, the first is Audio-Technica ATH-M40x and the second is Grado Prestige Series SR80e.
I'll love to get some input about those two, or any other headphones out there that you recommend .
 
Thank you all!   

 

[Me x3]

  Hi everybody!
My old mediocre headphones just broke done, and I guess it's time to buy myself a new set!
So here are is the important info:
* I listen to music for a nice amount of hours everyday, mostly from a computer, but sometimes from my cel phones , so comfort is important
* I need a pretty good insulation because my environment can get quit loud, but nothing over the top.
* I listen to a wide range of music genres, but mostly to classic rock, hard rock, folk and indie. The only genre I really don't listen to at all is electronic music.
 
I did a little research and came back with two options, the first is Audio-Technica ATH-M40x and the second is Grado Prestige Series SR80e.
I'll love to get some input about those two, or any other headphones out there that you recommend .
 
Thank you all!   

Hi!
 
(Grados don't provide any isolation)
 
You should consider Takstar Pro 80 + HM5 Ear-Pads
 
You could also read about Logictech UE6000:
http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/surprisingly-good-logitec-ue6000-and-ue9000
 
Best Luck!

 

[KG Jag]

The UE6000, which is being closed out at well below half of their former street price (in the U.S. at least), is very hard to beat in your price range.

 

[guyskr]

Thank you two for your quick answers!
You know, when I really think about it, I don't actually need a very good insulation. 
My work place doesn't get loud, and when it does, it's because something impotent is happening, so i need to get my headphones off
Does this change yours recommendations? 

 

[Saoshyant]

http://www.dailysteals.com/heist/#heist/1080/30286 incase you dont mind used UE6000 @ 39

 

[guyskr]

I think I'll buy a new one.
I'll order it today, so I need to lock down on a model.
So if the insulation isn't a big factor, what do you recomnd?

 

[Thetoroloco75]

Hello,
 
You should go for a little bit pricier and get yourself a beyerdynamic dt 770 pro (80 ohm or 250 ohm if you're planning on buying an amp)
Truly marvellous for their price... (about $130)
 
you will be way better off than with logitech etc...
 
you have the dt 770 pro , dt 880 pro and dt 990 pro, they sound alike but the difference is their insulation.
 
770 = closed
880 = semi-closed
990 = open
 
if you don't need insulation, then i recommend strongly the dt990 pro....

 

[Saoshyant]

One of the best sounds I've heard at 100 or less is the MartinLogan Mikris 90. My only problem is I found it uncomfortable, but I also have a big head.

 

[guyskr]

Thetoroloco75- They sound awsome, but they cost 170 on amazon, whixh is off my limits.
The martinlogen worry me a bit, becuse I also have a large head

 

[Thetoroloco75]

Yes, they are a bit more expensive than what you had in mind, but consider the fact you will not be upgrading your headphone soon after you've bought these...

 

[guyskr]

If it was about 35 dollars more expensive then maybe, but 70 is out of my league.
Another set od headphones I found that have good reviews are the 51st studio by AE. Are they any good or are they just stylish?
Thank you guys a lot!

 

[Saoshyant]

They're not high quality, but they're fun and enjoyable. They come with 2 cables and are quite comfortable.

 

[guyskr]

Fun is fun, but I really look for sound quality, so I guess that they're not an option.
The Grado Prestige Series SR80e are the easiest for me to buy. They really don't have any isolation?
Apart from that, are they a good option?

 

[Saoshyant]

They wouldn't be my first choice either. I got them on sale for 60 or so, and while they look good, feel good, and are fun, there are better choices. I personally prefer the ue6000 if isolation is at all important. Ive listened to the previous version of the SR80e, and enjoyed it immensely. It was my first major headphone.

 

[guyskr]

The ue6000 are a bit trickier for me to get, and thats why I still looking for other options.
The sr80 really have no isolation?