How to convince parents to let me buy headphones??

[RECKLESSHI]

So, I'm 15 and have been working at Blackjack Pizza for the past few months making decent money considering it's my first job($8.31/hr with about 32 hrs/wk). I have been putting all my paychecks into savings and have already bought a car with the money I've earned. I have also been saving my tips, and I have a few hundred dollars in tips in my checking account. I have spent any of them on food or useless crap I will never use. However, I have been looking into getting my first pair of decent headphones. The ones I want are the philips fidelio l2. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826138309  
I will only be using my tip money, and will even put the rest of the money into my savings, but for some reason my parents think they are a huge waste of money and won't let me buy them. I even tried bringing up the stuff I think they waste their money on, but they buy anyways like coffee, beer, etc. but they said those were completely different.
Anyways, is there a way to convince them to let me buy these headphones, considering I feel like I'm doing everything I can to make this purchase seem reasonable?

 

[H20Fidelity]

You could tell them headphones in portable audio venture into the $2000+ range, the $150 you're wanting to spend is really not  that unreasonable from our perspective. I think music is an important part of life, and without parenting your parents its quite unjustified to stop you when you've earned the money personally then disallowed something you have your sights on.
 
Its not like you're asking them for the money...

 

[wskl]

You could look for something cheaper which may appease your parents.
 
Another way to justify the cost of something is that if the headphone lasts you 3 years (or substitute another number), then it only costs you $50 per year for that 3 year period which may sound more reasonable to your parents.

 

[MindsMirror]

If it's money you earned yourself I think you don't necessarily need to ask your parent's permission. However, the responsible thing would be to follow their advice. Hopefully you're someone who will be going to college or moving out from your parents in a few years, and will have a lot of expenses. Your parents probably hoped you would save the money you're earning now for the essentials, so you won't have enormous student loans or still be living off them later on.
 
I assume your parents earn a living for themselves, they have earned the right to waste money on coffee and beer. If you're still living in their house, eating their food, using their insurance, etc., you can't say the same.

 

[Dulalala]

Well I think the idea of using them for a couple years does justify the cost a little. Maybe try to explain to them that this is something you will use for a long time and (I believe it has a removable cable) you could also argue that if the cable breaks fixing it will not be as expensive as buying a new pair so it's a good long term investment. But part of me thinks it's probably not a good idea to get into this hobby at such an early age. Once you go in there's no turning back and your savings might accidentally disappear before you know it.

 

[smy1]

See if you can buy it cheaper used.

 

[Me x3]

In a world full of unhealthy ways of spending your money, you're looking for high quality headphones to enjoy music. They should be proud of you.
 
From a different perspective they should let you make your own decisions and face the consequences. One day in a not so distant future, you'll surely depart from them and go with your gf or whatever, and you should be prepared to make your own decisions and face the consequences, that's what life is after all.

 

[cel4145]

Wait a week. Don't mention it. Then go say, "So and so just a got a tattoo. I was thinking of getting one as well. And maybe my nose pierced."

Push on that for a week without bringing up headphones. The whole headphone idea will sound far better to them after that

 

[PL4Y3R 0N3]

Wait a week. Don't mention it. Then go say, "So and so just a got a tattoo. I was thinking of getting one as well. And maybe my nose pierced."

Push on that for a week without bringing up headphones. The whole headphone idea will sound far better to them after that

That is a great and awful idea all in one XD.

I wish I could tell you how to make them understand but I can't make my parents understand so I can't help you there. Best I could tell you is to tell them what you say to yourself to justify it. I like headphones because I love music and anything I can do to make my listening experience better just seems worth it to me.

 

[cel4145]

That is a great and awful idea all in one XD.

I know. And with many parents, it might actually work :evil:

 

[KewlMunky]

Wait a week. Don't mention it. Then go say, "So and so just a got a tattoo. I was thinking of getting one as well. And maybe my nose pierced."

Push on that for a week without bringing up headphones. The whole headphone idea will sound far better to them after that

 
Sounds like something I would have done as a teen 

 
 
 
If you have speakers or a stereo that they get annoyed with you listening at loud volumes, you could promote the idea that headphones would mean they won't have to hear your music from your room. 
 
As someone mentioned about them costing only a certain amount per year for every year they last, you could also mention they would be nice to have when/if you're off to college and in a dorm.

 

[Me x3]

Worst-case scenario, go Pioneer Se-A1000 or Takstar Hi-2050, less fancy but just as good as the L2 in terms of overall sound quality.
Fidelio L2 is sub-bassy, Se-A1000 is warm but neutralish, Hi-2050 is cooler and brighter.

 

[Music Alchemist]

It's your bank account and your money. I don't think they can stop you.
 
If for whatever reason they actually can stop you from spending that much on headphones, the only cheap one I would recommend is the Koss KTXPRO1. I've owned many thousands of dollars worth of headphones and related equipment...and I think it can compete with the majority of headphones out there.

 

[buke9]

So, I'm 15 and have been working at Blackjack Pizza for the past few months making decent money considering it's my first job($8.31/hr with about 32 hrs/wk). I have been putting all my paychecks into savings and have already bought a car with the money I've earned. I have also been saving my tips, and I have a few hundred dollars in tips in my checking account. I have spent any of them on food or useless crap I will never use. However, I have been looking into getting my first pair of decent headphones. The ones I want are the philips fidelio l2. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826138309  
I will only be using my tip money, and will even put the rest of the money into my savings, but for some reason my parents think they are a huge waste of money and won't let me buy them. I even tried bringing up the stuff I think they waste their money on, but they buy anyways like coffee, beer, etc. but they said those were completely different.
Anyways, is there a way to convince them to let me buy these headphones, considering I feel like I'm doing everything I can to make this purchase seem reasonable?

First mistake never try to justify things from what they do you will lose every time and most likely make them a little upset with you. Don't badger them that will make things worse. Never start with what you want always start with something more expensive first and then you show them they are right and you found these that are just as good but cheaper. I think your parents are being a little too hard on you as you have worked for your money but they could have experiences that make them feel a way you don't understand. Just lay low for awhile and do some extra chores without being told and tell them every now and then how much you appreciate them that goes a long ways.To me you sound like one fine kid 15 and a job and bought your own car awesome! I'm sure they are proud of you and just want the best for you. Good luck.

 

[RRod]

If the roof over you head depends on another, they get some say in your finances. I asked my wife if I could splurge on the Realiser A16 because we have plans for our money, just as your parents might have plans for your money (college, etc.). If you go in with that respect, you might get somewhere. They don't sound like music lovers, so instead of using stuff like "good coffee" as a weapon, use it as a comparison. People splurge on good caffeine/liquor because you can get typically get pretty far up the cost/benefit curve without breaking the bank. You want to do the same: why spend money on cheaper stuff when this outlay gets you pretty far towards really great sound? They might understand that logic, and might appreciate you aiming for cans that don't need extra hardware to run. Good luck!