Need a bit of help

[Dr. O'Boogie]

I'm looking to make my first serious headphone purchase, but I'm not exactly sure of what to get.

I've done a bit of research, but I still can't decide.

So far my favorites seem to be the the Sennheiser HD497's (which seem decent, but the reviews haven't exactly been exceedingly glowing), and the Grado SR-60's (a bit more than I'd like to spend, and although they apparently sound great, are a tad ugly).

These are my favorites so far, but I'm definately open to more choices.

I'd like to spend only about around $50, and as high school student with little money I'd rather not be too flexible here.

I listen to almost exclusively rock; a mix of classic stuff and newer indieish bands.

 

[granodemostasa]

welcome, sorry about your wallet
i'd get the EH350 or PX100, both sound excellent for both rock and classical.

 

[ryanhayn]

when people make recommendations, they should include the headphone manufacturer as well...makes it easier for new guys to get the info they need quickly. it took me a while to get used to just seeing the model numbers.

 

[stmpjmp]

The trouble I find at the $50 mark is very few cans in that range feel full of value. I like the Koss offerings at a much cheaper price or adding $20 to your budget and picking up some lucious AKG 81DJs. Personally I think that extra $20 is worth every penny and more.
Im not a fan of the Grado sound myself and if you find them ugly,we can rule them out.
There ARE good phones more $ than the Koss but less than that $50 but its so hard for me to recommend anything when $50 is knocking right on the $70 door (which opens up quite a few good headphone options)

 

[Dr. O'Boogie]

Well I'd rather not go much higher, but I certainly wouldn't rule out anything just because it's just a bit more if there is a big difference in quality. I'd like to get the most for my money...

 

[stmpjmp]

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Originally Posted by Dr. O'Boogie Well I'd rather not go much higher, but I certainly wouldn't rule out anything just because it's just a bit more if there is a big difference in quality. I'd like to get the most for my money...

If the extra $20 is a real hassle then its not worth the trouble. granodemostasa's suggestions were both excellent. Im just dont find those cans a great value (for myself) Many others love them however. I suggest you buy from somewhere you can return if they arent your sound. If youre just starting out it really all is a shot in the dark until you figure out your own taste and ears.