[avocado]

 
My px100's have (finally) started to separate at the 1/8 jack, and the right ear channel is out. I haven't been paying attention to the headphone world for the last few years and would like some opinions before springing for a new pair. I've heard some good reviews about the px100-II, but the primary thing that worries me about them is that they've done nothing to strengthen the jack; I don't want work headphones to be something I need to upgrade every year or so, so that's a definite concern.
 
I have a fairly loose work environment, so whatever I end up getting doesn't need to be wholly closed. Obviously a Grado (which I have at home) is too open, but I also need to be able to hear people getting my attention, the phone, etc etc. I've also spent more than enough $$ on audio for my home, so I'd like to keep this purchase below $50. My budget is pretty wide-open, but I don't want spend any more than I need to.
 
Sound quality should be on-par or better than px100. Build quality should be better. My primary work listening is NPR, various indie music, some rap, etc etc.
 
Get back to me with suggestions so I can finally listen to music in both ears. It's necessary for life. Thanks!
 
 
 
 
(cross-posted from Portable Audio)

 

[Captain Magenta]

How about the Jays V-jays?  They get a very positive reception in a review on Headfonia.http://www.headfonia.com/ultra-portable-shootout-px100-px200-portapro-k404-v-jays-tracks-oldskool-and-hd238/  They also have a few others here for your consideration.

 

[avocado]

Interesting stuff! It looks like I've missed some stuff in my absence.
 
The V-Jays and AIAIAI Tracks are both attractive options (although the latter is more than I would like to spend). It looks like the V-Jays are completely open, however. Can anyone give any more information in how much they leak sound compared to the px100? As much as I'd like to hear my co-workers, I'm don't want them to be unwittingly subjected to my music.

 

[ssrock64]

Have you considered the ever-popular Portapro or KSC75?

 

[zazex]

I highly recommend the Ultrasone HFI-15G.
 
Very similar in structure to the PX-100, but the earpads are larger
and the sound is significantly better.
 
Really fine phones that deserve to be mentioned
(and recommended) much more often than they are.
 

 

[idletime1213]

I recommend the Beyerdynamic DT 235. I was shocked at the sound quality of this cheap little headphone.

 

[zazex]

Quote:

I highly recommend the Ultrasone HFI-15G.
 
Very similar in structure to the PX-100, but the earpads are larger
and the sound is significantly better.
 
Really fine phones that deserve to be mentioned
(and recommended) much more often than they are.
 

 


Quote:

I recommend the Beyerdynamic DT 235. I was shocked at the sound quality of this cheap little headphone.

I also like the sound of the DT 235.  Good phones.
 
But I prefer the design of the HFI-15G.  The two headband style
of the DT-235 works very well for the pricier AKG's of which it's
reminiscent, but at this price level there are just too many compromises,
 
Also, I think the Ultrasone HFI -15G sound better at about the same price,
but of course that's subjective.  The fact that the Ultrasones are open
(the Beyers are closed) does seem to provide a wider soundstage and
an airier quality to their sound.
 
 

 

[EPICFAILXD]

I RECOMMEND THE BEATS SOLO!!!!! JKJK Don't kill me guys 

 
In all seriousness, get the V-Moda M-80's or the Sennheiser HD25-II.
 
Cheers. 

 

[snapple10]

+1 on the V-moda  M80/ V80, built like they can take alot