[Gallardo147]

So I am in need of some new headphones. Im only able to spend about $30-40 on them and dont really have a preference between circum- and supra-aural although I would prefer them to be closed-back. Im open to any suggestions.
Thanks!!!
 
Edit: Ok so I am now able to spend up to $50-60

 

[MicroNik]

inb4 the Sennheiser HD202. I never had them but your probably going to get a response saying to check it out. They run for about $30 and are, from what I've heard from others, decent.

 

[zmd]

How much is a pair of HD428 these days? The HD202 are ok, but the HD428s are much better IMO.

 

[JamesMcProgger]

check out Joker's Shootout: Portable Headphone Review Thread

 

[MetaLicca]

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How much is a pair of HD428 these days? The HD202 are ok, but the HD428s are much better IMO.

They're around $80 right now, $100 if you're in Canada.
 

 

[Gallardo147]

Well I can get some refurbished hd 428s for about $40 or some refurbished hd 218s for $30 or some new AKG k81s for $50. What would you say about those??

 

[zmd]

Out of the three, I'd go with the AKGs. HD428 if you don't really need bassy cans, but want better midrange.

 

[earfonia]

At that price bracket, from what I've tried so far, Superlux is the best.  For closed headphones, try Superlux HD662 (the red color).  For open headphone, the HD681 is my favorite.

 

[ostewart]

+1 for the AKG's

 

[peskypesky]

Superlux headphones seem to get the most raves in that price range. Followed by the JVC HARX700.
 
 
http://www.amazon.com/Superlux-681-Dynamic-Semi-Open-Headphones/dp/B002GHIPYI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1305826230&sr=1-1
 
http://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX700-High-Grade-Full-Size-Headphone/dp/B0013OWPV4
 
 

 

[winma]

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Followed by the JVC HARX700.

 


X2 on the RX700's. 

 

[Gallardo147]

Well im not really tied down to the three listed, but the Superlux do look pretty convincing. Any other ideas??
 

 

[peskypesky]

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Well im not really tied down to the three listed, but the Superlux do look pretty convincing. Any other ideas??
 

most of the Superlux are semi-open i think. so if you want closed, you'll have to make sure you get the right model. i wouldn't hesitate to buy Superlux after the scores of rave reviews i've read.
 
that being said, i am so happy with my newest set, Koss KSC75s, that its helping me to resist Superlux. we'll see how long that lasts. 

 

[Proglover]

Superlux HD681 or HD668B, definitely

 

[Gallardo147]

I will consider, they look good