[BackBoneCrusher]

Hello guys,

I looking for a new pair of headphones under 500$ Canadian but I don't know which headphone I should take.

I'm searching something that is (very) comfortable, detailed with good bass and mids (more than my IEMs) and really good imaging and/or soundstage

What i'm listening to very multiples genres, like retrowave and synthwave or some alternative rock, metal etc. sometimes a bit of old school hip-hop

Thank you !

 

[rredge]

If you are considering Sennheiser, look at its pricing in Canada, Europe and the U.S.

European prices are inclusive of about 20% VAT, none of which is credited in Canada and the U.S. In other words, Sennheiser effectively charges Canadians and Americans 20% more than Europeans for its headphones, a number that certainly can’t be justified by shipping costs. Also, Sennheiser is pricing in such a way that, for currency exchange reasons, the net result is that Sennheiser headphones are significantly cheaper in Canada, ex tax, than in the U.S.

Just something to be aware of.

 

[rredge]

Hello guys,

I looking for a new pair of headphones under 500$ Canadian but I don't know which headphone I should take.

I'm searching something that is (very) comfortable, detailed with good bass and mids (more than my IEMs) and really good imaging and/or soundstage

What i'm listening to very multiples genres, like retrowave and synthwave or some alternative rock, metal etc. sometimes a bit of old school hip-hop

Thank you !

In April, Bang & Olufsen discontinued all of its wired headphones. Maybe be on the lookout for a discounted pair of the H6. Here’s metal571’s review:

 

[PaganDL]

Hi BackBoneCrusher,

I suggest looking into the Sony 1000 XM2, should be suitable for your requirements & price.

Hope you have a great day !

 

[BackBoneCrusher]

Hi BackBoneCrusher,

I suggest looking into the Sony 1000 XM2, should be suitable for your requirements & price.

Hope you have a great day !

Oh, I would have prefered some, you know, "normal" headphones, not bluetooth with noise-cancelation. Does it have a good soundstage/imaging etc. ?

I don't need something portable, I'll use it indoor on my desk (with a DAC/AMP) for gaming and music

 

[BackBoneCrusher]

If you are considering Sennheiser, look at its pricing in Canada, Europe and the U.S.

European prices are inclusive of about 20% VAT, none of which is credited in Canada and the U.S. In other words, Sennheiser effectively charges Canadians and Americans 20% more than Europeans for its headphones, a number that certainly can’t be justified by shipping costs. Also, Sennheiser is pricing in such a way that, for currency exchange reasons, the net result is that Sennheiser headphones are significantly cheaper in Canada, ex tax, than in the U.S.

Just something to be aware of.

Which Sennheiser do you recommend then ? I can buy via Massdrop without any issues

 

[BackBoneCrusher]

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[buke9]

For $500 you could probably find a pair of HE-500’s but would need a amp to drive them.

 

[BackBoneCrusher]

For $500 you could probably find a pair of HE-500’s but would need a amp to drive them.

I didn't include the AMP because it will depend on the headphone I'll take. But I have a budget of 300-400$ CAD for an AMP and a DAC

And I can't find a HE-500 anywhere

 

[buke9]

Then look at the HE-500’s as they are very good.

 

[BackBoneCrusher]

Then look at the HE-500’s as they are very good.

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[serman005]

You might also check into a Sundara and see what you think. It could potentially work.

 

[BackBoneCrusher]

You might also check into a Sundara and see what you think. It could potentially work.

Unfortunately, it cost more than 500 CAD

 

[frankiefarrell]

i picked up a new set of he560's for us $360. dont know how us dollars equate with canadian dollars though. cost me €420 all in posted to ireland.that includes $100 in duties.

 

[BackBoneCrusher]

i picked up a new set of he560's for us $360. dont know how us dollars equate with canadian dollars though. cost me €420 all in posted to ireland.that includes $100 in duties.

I can't find the HE-560 nowhere

The only good site a can buy some audio gear is Massdrop (and some rarely time Amazon but it's pretty rare)