[The Uam]

Hey guys!
I'm wondering what are the best headphones for working out for around $100. But there is one catch... They can't be IEM's or any headphones with a headband or neckband. So probably a pair of clip ons or a pair of earbuds. They can be open or closed, but they can't be leaking much sound out. I don't want to piss off other people... I was looking at the Koss KSC75. I can get them for $42 here in Canada, but I have one problem... I like to listen to my music LOUD...ish, so will these leak sound out and disturbed everyone around me? Right now I'm using my Ibuds and they don't stay in my ear well...

All suggestions appreciated!

 

[Empire]

I'm willing to bet someone will suggest Yuin PK2..

EDIT: Btw I think you're in the wrong section..

 

[The Uam]

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Originally Posted by Empire /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'm willing to bet someone will suggest Yuin PK2.. EDIT: Btw I think you're in the wrong section..

Oh, sorry.
If a mod could move this thread that would be great!
Anyways, yea the PK2's are also my number one priority when it comes to earbuds. Anybody know where I can buy them in Canada?
Thanks!

 

[fjrabon]

If you're listening to headphones loud enough that they're disturbing other people in a gym type environment, even if they're fully open, you're probably causing major hearing damage. End of preaching.

It's hard to say if KSC75's would bother other people at your volume. At my gym, I think I could pretty much max the volume on my iPod out on my KSC75s without bothering others, but your gym may be quieter.

 

[pyrokid]

...Heck, at my gym, I could max out my ad700s and I doubt a person would hear me.
But your gym might be different, because you're worried about the leaking...
I recommend the pk3, because gym headphones IMO shouldn't be all that expensive, because there are a ton of ways they can break/get lost/be stolen, and you probably won't really be noticing as much of the SQ while working out, so they don't have to be too nice, and the pk3s have more bass, which I like more when I work out because it gets me more pumped up.

 

[Acix]

You can try the GMP 8.53 D Monitor.

 

[logwed]

Just a question, who gets pissed off by sound at the gym?

 

[Suicide_Sound]

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Originally Posted by logwed /img/forum/go_quote.gif Just a question, who gets pissed off by sound at the gym?

What kind of sounds do you hate?

 

[The Uam]

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Originally Posted by logwed /img/forum/go_quote.gif Just a question, who gets pissed off by sound at the gym?

Well, maybe leakage dosent really matter. Its just I hate being by someone and hearing what ever there blasting. It really annoys me for some reason. But, my gym is a little loud so what ever...

Anyways, the PK3's are looking good. Just If I can find them in Canada...

 

[siamman]

I would also recommend the PK3, I use them on the track and in the gym.

 

[1117]

Um, you guys can really concentrate that much on sound when working out? I have trouble doing that, so anything modest will do, preferably earbuds (in-ear, too much sweat issue, standard on-head, not a good idea when working out).

I used to worry about sound when working out, but then I figured "I'm here to WORK OUT, not review gear," so instead of throwing more money at something I wouldn't be concentrating on, I saved that money for buying more music for home, when I really enjoy it... rather, APPRECIATE it.

I'd stick with simple earbuds if I were you. Less likely to damage good equipment anyway, as stuff can fall, drop, bang, scratch, etc.