[riahc3]

Hey
 
Im currently using the Sennheiser PMX 60 which I was pretty happy with, with minor flaws such as TOO loud and lacking some bass.
 
Id like some headphones (perfer behind the back) around the same price ($40) which can give me the same expirence such as the Sennheiser PMX 60 and are pretty good for hip-hop related music. The reason Im changing is because the 3.5mm seems to be damaged and is now just giving music thru the left side. Trying to fix it but nothing so Ill just get some new headphones with some advice from here.
 
Generally:
 
- I like loud headphones
- Leaning towards hip-hop
- Vocals are crystal clear
- Decent bass
- Open ear so it isnt too hot and I can hear SOME outside sound. I dont care if sound leaks and other people hear my music.
- No earbud type of headphones.
- Low price
 
I dont mind at all if they are not "audiophile quality" or level. I just want the best for behind-the-neck style headphones.
 
 
Thanks alot

 

[Digital-Pride]

Some suggestions for ya:
 
Grado iGrado
 
Philips SHS390/27, SHS391
 
Sennheiser HD238(refurb. stock amazon)

 

[riahc3]

Thanks.
 
The Sennheiser HD238 are over the head so not too intrested.
 
 
Its pretty much between the
 
Philips SHS390/27 (very nice) or the Grados iGrado.
 
Its would be nice if someone else gave their opinion, more so between these two.

 

[zmd]

The Sennheiser PMX100 if you can find it. Legendary PX100 sound, only with neckband.
 

 

[christine]

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The Sennheiser PMX100 if you can find it. Legendary PX100 sound, only with neckband.
 

On that note... 

 
The SportaPros. Legendary PortaPro sound, only with neckband.

 

[desktophifi]

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On that note... 

 
The SportaPros. Legendary PortaPro sound, only with neckband.

 
I bet they sound great with hip-hop, and bass heavy music. Good to know. 
 
 

 

[ThumperSD]

you best protect ya neck

 

[riahc3]

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On that note... 

 
The SportaPros. Legendary PortaPro sound, only with neckband.

You mean the Koss SportaPro?
 

 

[riahc3]

Theres something about the Philips and the Koss SportaPro Ive noticed is that it doesnt "grab" your ears like my PMX 60. The PMX 100 do look very nice but as mentioned, they are difficult to find...
 
The SportaPro are kinda strange looking and dont look very comfy....

 

[riahc3]

Is it me or does the Philips SHS390/27  have a very very very very very VERY short cord?

 

[Digital-Pride]

Not just you, the cord IS rather short, but the sound quality is suprisingly good for the price, plus it has a good amount of bass too.

 

[riahc3]

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Not just you, the cord IS rather short, but the sound quality is suprisingly good for the price, plus it has a good amount of bass too.

Damn, I need a pretty decent cord as I usually wear a hoodie and put it in the pocket.
 
Those iGrados are pretty expensive but it seems to be the only choice.
 

 

[Digital-Pride]

Maybe not, you can buy a cheap extension cable at places like Radio Shack.

 

[riahc3]

Maybe not, you can buy a cheap extension cable at places like Radio Shack.

I dont know...........new headphones with a extension cord that I would be using all day in public. Just seems kinda corny....
 
I guess we'll have to go with the iGrados; I may ask later as Im going to hold on to the PMX 60s as long as I can (some super glue seems to have SLIGHTLY fixed the problem)
 
I hope some of you can help me in my other thread as well http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/542829/best-bluetooth-stereo-headphones Thanks!

 

[riahc3]

Im seeing prices (to my surprise) for the iGrados going down.