**Best HP's for the money**

[MattTCG]

Of course this is certainly debatable but I thought it might be interested to list some common price points and list the hp that you feel is the best dazzle for the dollar at that respective price point. I know that similar things have been done here in the past but maybe a refresh would be nice and helpful to some.
 
$100
 
$200
 
$300 Maddogs
 
$400 He400
 
$500
 
Feel free to make additions or add comments if you like...

 

[TMRaven]

Hello I'm new to this site and I need to no which headphones under 100 dollars have the best base.  Any ideas?

 

[Sniping]

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Hello I'm new to this site and I need to no which headphones under 100 dollars have the best base.  Any ideas?

 
 

 

[MattTCG]

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Hello I'm new to this site and I need to no which headphones under 100 dollars have the best base.  Any ideas?

...the big dog is Raven 

 

[cheuh]

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Hello I'm new to this site and I need to no which headphones under 100 dollars have the best base.  Any ideas?

 
 
$100 - Beats in Earphones
 
$200 - Beats Solo HD
 
$300 - Maddogs  - Beats Studio
 
$400 - He400 -  Beats Pro
 
$500 -  Beats Pro LIMITED EDITION
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

[tdockweiler]

Most headphones these days seem to be overpriced. Sennheiser and Shure now think every headphone they release is worth $300 despite how bad it sounds.
I guess AKG and V-Moda now does this too. $300 is the magic number. And to think people say Bose is so evil for selling a headphone for $150.
 
The only really good deals to me were the Koss Pro DJ100 ($80), K240 Studio ($99) and AKG Q701 ($235).
You know, it's quite impressive how I can attach a $80 headphone like the DJ100 up to my main setup after listening to the Q701 or HD-650 and not be disgusted. I mean it doesn't sound any worse.
The DJ100 does like 90% of what the 650 is capable of (on the same exact setup). The HD-650 is just more comfortable, has a larger soundstage and is less fatiguing.
 
I also once scored the HD-580 for $150. HD-580 for $150 is a steal! It even sounds better than the HD-600 (IMO). Shouldn't really count though.
 
The old Maxell DHP-II for $30 was once the best sounding headphones under $75 easily. Too bad it's now so hard to find. It's extremely fragile though.

 

[SHP53]

$100 AudioTechnica M50
$200-300 Denon AH-D2000
$300-400 HE400

 

[ProjectDenz]

Denon are flogs. They charge over $500 for the D2000 in Australia.

 

[fabio-fi]

For $100 and below its hard to say, there are many good options. (Jvc, superlux, Maxell, Panasonic, M audio, and others)
 
The Mad dogs are highly recommended, but haven't had the chance to try 

 

[SHP53]

Denon are flogs. They charge over $500 for the D2000 in Australia.

You can get them internationally shipped from eBay for around $290. It is used, of course. But they seem to be in great shape nonetheless.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Denon-AH-D2000-Over-Ear-Headphones-Mint-Condition-/130811580898?pt=US_Headphones&hash=item1e74fa51e2

 

[ProjectDenz]

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You can get them internationally shipped from eBay for around $290. It is used, of course. But they seem to be in great shape nonetheless.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Denon-AH-D2000-Over-Ear-Headphones-Mint-Condition-/130811580898?pt=US_Headphones&hash=item1e74fa51e2

 
But why should I have to buy something used for the same price people pay in the US brand new? Also they don't ship outside US anyways.
 
 
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DENON-AH-D5000-AUDIOPHILE-PREMIUM-WOODGRAIN-HEADPHONE-IPOD-IPHONE-4-4S-5-AHD5000-/170935372631?pt=AU_Electronics_Portable_Audio_Accessories&hash=item27cc8acb57
 
Hilarious, $849 for a D5000, keeping in mind AUD > USD (approximately $885 USD)

 

[Sniping]

I don't think the D2000 counts anymore, they're just really darn expensive, even for a used pair. 

 

[remilio]

500$ - LFF Paradox, no contest

 

[Sniping]

Doesn't the Paradox have a bit of controversy on Head-Fi? I hear some people say they're great, but others not liking it. I hear that availability can be an issue with that mod, too.

 

[Kukuk]

Don't know if I'd say they are the best, but in the $200 and below price point the K271's are a very strong contender. Very well rounded with an excellent mid range, and some pretty fantastic isolation.