[Whayle]

Hey, my HD58X died and I'm looking for the best open headphone for around that price in the market right now. I also used to have an AKG K701 and while the soundstage is good the sound is a bit too bright. I also use a FIIO E10K Olympus 2.
I listen to my music at home and I'm pretty eclectic so an all rounder would be good, but I especially love post-hardcore, post-rock, shoegaze...
Are there better alternatives compared to the HD58x right now ?
Thank you for your suggestions

 

[msing539]

There are so many options, I'll just throw in the Philips X2HR. $130-150 new, about $80 used.

 

[pbui44]

While it is just over your budget, it is an all-time favorite and should not be bright sounding with your FiiO e10k:

https://www.thomannmusic.com/beyerdynamic_dt_880_pro_black_edition_set.htm

 

[Luckyleo]

So many choices, so little dollars . I would recommend mid tier Grado's, but some people notice a bit harshness in the highs, although I don't (there ARE some advantage to being a senior citizen). Sennheiser 6 series are great all rounders and many consider one of the first TOL headphones to come out. Also, I like the Beyer's, but again, they aren't for everyone....

Leo

 

[dunring]

For used the Hifiman HE5xx is terrific, I use a pair for a daily driver. Beyerdynamic DT77O 250 ohm is on sale at eBay new for $119 and they're terrific and not too bright. The sub bass extension is really fun if your not used to being able to hear it in songs.

 

[Whayle]

For used the Hifiman HE5xx is terrific, I use a pair for a daily driver. Beyerdynamic DT77O 250 ohm is on sale at eBay new for $119 and they're terrific and not too bright. The sub bass extension is really fun if your not used to being able to hear it in songs.

Is a Fiio E10K enough to power a HE5XX

 

[pbui44]

Is a Fiio E10K enough to power a HE5XX

IMO you will need a plug-in amp for that planar, like at the absolute least this one:

https://www.audiophonics.fr/en/prea...fier-headphone-amplifier-class-a-p-16458.html

 

[C_Lindbergh]

Fidelio X2HR or Sennheiser HD560s, all depending what type of sound signature you're after.

 

[DenverW]

There are used hd6xx on the market at the $150 mark. You'll have to hunt around a bit to find one there, but I can't think of a better headphone at the $150 price point.

 

[TWerk]

yes, another 58x or a used 6xx would be the way to go here.

 

[552609]

You can find the AKG K702 for $172 on Amazon - its a little out of your price range, but a very good headphone. You can likely get it cheaper elsewhere also. Oh, Hifiman has some nice cheaper stuff in the 400i range. They go on sale for $80 a lot. Good luck, and finding something used will save you some $$$

 

[DancersToDissonance]

Used 6xx, he4se

 

[Whayle]

Thanks guys, I settled for the HD560S