[DrDublin]

Hello, I'm looking for some sub-100$ headphones for listening to indie rock and various nonstandard electronic music (chiptune, Crystal Castles, Chemical brothers, etc.). So far, I've come up with this list of contenders:
 
*Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Studio Monitor Headphones (Overbudget?)
 
*Grado Prestige SR 60i
 
*Koss Porta-Pros
 
*HARMAN K81DJ Akg Closed-Back Folding Dj Headphone
 
*Kicker OEM (monoprice Hifi DJ) or the actual HP541
 
*Samson SR850 or the Superlux HD668B
 
Build wise, I need something decently durable that won't irritate or overheat my ears
Thanks, DrDublin

 

[BotByte]

Save up for the M50's. You'll be well rewarded

 

[kingoftown1]

The Superlux 681 are also good and have a more 'fun' sound w/ a more v-shaped signature, as well as being cheaper than the 668B.  Both are good headphones, depending on your preferred signature.  For comfort's sake, I'd recommend a pad change though--but since the headphones are so cheap, you'll still stay under budget.  AKG has velours that fit, and the SHURE 840 pads also fit (surprisingly--also, these added a bit more bass).
 
The SR60i is also good, but you should replace the pads on those as well.
 
I personally wouldn't pay over $100 for an m50, especially with the other options available.

 

[tempebongkrek]

Grab the M50.. 668 is very good for the price, but can be uncomfortable, especially if you wear glasses..