best headphones under 100$?(already have some ideas)

[theadept]

- i listen to mainly hardstyle and trance and a little bit of rock and rap, so versatility is good
-its for my ipod/comp
-i like a lot of bass(enhanced?) that is smooth
-no idea what its called, but i dont like whatever typically causes headaches/irritation.
-comfort
-will be used mainly indoor but occasionally outdoor or on a bus/plane

i was thinkin the akg k81dj, EA rp21, ATH-PRO5V, or the senn HD25SP
any suggestions/help?

 

[lmilhan]

These are the only phones I have heard to date that sound good in the $100 or less category that will likely meet (or in some cases exceed) your needs:

Denon D1000
Alessandro MS-1
Grado SR-60
Grado SR-80 (bowls may cause comfort issues for some)
Equation Audio RP-21
Equation Audio RP-15MC
KOSS KSC75, Portapro, Sportapro
Yuin PK2

Might as well take K81 DJs right off the list - by far the most uncomfortable phones I have ever had the displeasure of owning/wearing.

 

[qazwsx]

Quote:

Originally Posted by theadept /img/forum/go_quote.gif - i listen to mainly hardstyle and trance and a little bit of rock and rap, so versatility is good -its for my ipod/comp -i like a lot of bass(enhanced?) that is smooth -no idea what its called, but i dont like whatever typically causes headaches/irritation. -comfort -will be used mainly indoor but occasionally outdoor or on a bus/plane i was thinkin the akg k81dj, EA rp21, ATH-PRO5V, or the senn HD25SP any suggestions/help?

K81DJ's would be a good choice aside from the fact aforementioned by lmilhan. Really I can't wear them for more than three hours and that's after bending the headband and modding the pads.

 

[compuryan]

if u decide on the rp21 i am selling mine here:
http://www.head-fi.org/forums/showthread.php?t=255095
throw an offer

 

[theadept]

Quote:

Originally Posted by lmilhan /img/forum/go_quote.gif Denon D1000 Grado SR-60 Grado SR-80 (bowls may cause comfort issues for some) Equation Audio RP-21 Equation Audio RP-15MC KOSS Portapro, Sportapro Yuin PK2

which of these would you suggest? because im leaning to the rp21($95-$99). although i dont know how good those others are in comparison, and wouldnt i mind getting something equal and better looking
thanx for the advice tho

 

[Bigmike34]

Where can I find D1000s for under $100?

 

[chopstxxx]

jr.com

Their site is currently down for maintenance but if you use the email a quote thing it's $99 (or at least it was last week)

 

[chopstxxx]

Denon AH-D1000K On-Ear Headphones ( Black )

$149.99 - Suggested Retail Price

$99.99 - YOUR PRICE

Please click here to view or purchase this product at the discounted price:
http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=4189835

 

[richierich]

if you love bass get the RP-21s, best, clean hitting bass unamped/amped under $100. If you take out the foamies they are even better all around.

 

[iQEM]

Quote:

Originally Posted by qazwsx /img/forum/go_quote.gif K81DJ's would be a good choice aside from the fact aforementioned by lmilhan. Really I can't wear them for more than three hours and that's after bending the headband and modding the pads.

really but i dont have that comfort problem with my K518dj...

 

[dandi]

X2 Equation Audio RP-21

 

[Ruckus]

My vote is....

Alessandro MS1.

People can't say enough good stuff about that phone and its under 100 USD. Very bassy headphone. Have fun with your headphones. A

 

[Max F]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ruckus /img/forum/go_quote.gif My vote is.... Alessandro MS1. People can't say enough good stuff about that phone and its under 100 USD. Very bassy headphone. Have fun with your headphones. A

Very bassy headphone it is not! Very little bass would be correct.