[happyguy155]

 
Long time reader, first time poster.
 
 
I'm looking for some closed unamped cans around the $100-120 mark.  I listen to lots of classical at original cd quality as well as some rock music.  I also play video games but sound quality doesn't really matter as much here.  I tend to like cans with lots of bass (not sure why!) but primarily I want clarity and soundstage.  
 
What are some options I can look at? I'd rather not stretch the budget to 100 unless it's a big jump in quality and I'm not against buying slightly used.
 
 
Forgot to add:
I used to own Sony v6 cans and while they were nice, I was unimpressed and definitely want something superior.  
 
Are there any wireless headphones that delivery quality? I am very uninformed here.
What are some options I can look at? I'd rather not stretch the budget to 100 unless it's a big jump in quality and I'm not against buying slightly used.Long time reader, first time poster.
 
 
I'm looking for some closed cans around the $75 mark.  I listen to lots of classical at original cd quality as well as some rock music.  I also play video games but sound quality doesn't really matter as much here.  I tend to like cans with lots of bass (not sure why!) but primarily I want clarity and soundstage.  
 
What are some options I can look at? I'd rather not stretch the budget to 100 unless it's a big jump in quality and I'm not against buying slightly used.

 

[Katun]

Hello, and welcome.
 
So, is it absolutely mandatory that you buy closed? Just curious, as the closed market around your price and preference is a bit slim.
 
My first recommendation was going to be the AD700 by default, but those are open, and I can see you need closed.
 
I would love to recommend you the M50, but that is $100. That headphone would far exceed all your needs.
 
Umm, closed $75 headphones are a bit of a rarity. Well, ones that surpass the Sony V6 anyway.
 
Tell me what you think.

 

[happyguy155]

Thanks for the help.  Yes, I want closed cans.  I frequently listen while other people are around and sometimes I like to study with music, though I always end up just listening to the music
 
Are there any other cans in the 100ish price range? If they really are great, I may be able to shell out a few extra bucks for quality.  

 

[Bigrock2150]

x2 on the AD700.
 
To recommend recommend another headphone for your needs would be blasphemy. 
 

 

[Mad Max]

x3 AD700
 
x2 M50
 
lol

 

[BlackSushi222]

Try the RP-21s and never look back . Awesome for music and games!

 

[Katun]

I will still stand buy the M50 for $100 closed headphone.
 
I forgot to mention the Creative Aurvana Live, which can be bought around $90. It's has the exact same sound as the D1001, which is $50-$60 more.
 
Too bad it isn't $60 anymore, like it used to be... Or I would be getting one as well!

 

[chrisjackson]

My understanding is that by going wireless you take a big knock in sound quality for a given budget. Maybe someone more experienced could comment.
 
Indeed the Creative Aurvana Live! would be a good choice. Comfy for long session; more civilised sound than the Sonys; the bass which is sometimes criticised would generally be less obtrusive for classical. Not so great for isolation though.
 
Haven't tried the other suggestions. The RP-21 looks good but I've seen some complaints about comfort; so maybe more risky to buy without trying. The M50 looks good. Maybe you'll be tempted to stretch your budget there.

 

[BlackSushi222]

The comfort issue with the RP-21 can be easily resolved such as with the M50 so no need to have that hold the OP back.
 
Just need to stretch it overnight or 2 over the box it was packaged, or maybe a stack of books, or around the computer case. Then if needed, add Beyerdynamic Pleather Pads that fit for the 770.
 
After I did this, I am able to wear these on for hours - heck even a day. Still not where you won't notice them on your head though, since they are a bit heavier than something like the Creative Aurvana Live!
 
Still, if you are willing to "stretch" your budget a bit, being spending around 90 bucks + pads, then you can't go wrong with these.
 
Good Luck!

 

[earerror]

Open headphones like the AD700's have better Soundstage for both....classical and video games. 

 

[twn2]

I don't suggest the ATH headphones to anyone who hears lots of classical. I had heard all AD series and W series of ATH, all of them have very incorrect sound if you compare it with real instruments. Even Denon is better than ATH in classical musics. For classical music, I think Europe and America brands do much better than Japan, for example, Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic, Philips. Since your budget is no more than $100, I would suggest you to try Philips headphones, such as SHP8900 or SHP9000(if you can get it in US). They are semi-open headphones, but generally not bother the people near you, and the semi-open design can profound the soundstage. Sennheiser and Beyerdynamic also do great headphones, but in the price range around $100, I think Philips do even better than them.

 

[happyguy155]

Thanks for all the help everybody.  I'm looking up some of the options you guys have mentioned.  However, I definitely want closed headphones.  I often study at the library so it would be inappropriate for open cans.
 
I've also decided to stretch the budget to 120ish.  I will be keeping these headphones for quite a while so I definitely want quality!

 

[wind016]

Not all Audio Technica headphones sound wrong. I think A700s sound quite accurate in the low price range. I think my W1000 and AD2000 don't sound quite right with classical, but I think my ESW10JPN is great with it.
 
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I don't suggest the ATH headphones to anyone who hears lots of classical. I had heard all AD series and W series of ATH, all of them have very incorrect sound if you compare it with real instruments. Even Denon is better than ATH in classical musics. For classical music, I think Europe and America brands do much better than Japan, for example, Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic, Philips. Since your budget is no more than $100, I would suggest you to try Philips headphones, such as SHP8900 or SHP9000(if you can get it in US). They are semi-open headphones, but generally not bother the people near you, and the semi-open design can profound the soundstage. Sennheiser and Beyerdynamic also do great headphones, but in the price range around $100, I think Philips do even better than them.

 

[happyguy155]

does anybody have first hand experience with the m50?

 

[blackzarg]

If you can find a pair of NIB or Like-New Ultrasone Pro 650 in the "For Sale" section, that would be a nice deal for closed and classical. The soundstage is pretty good on them, and they are a very detailed set of headphones.