[jwood152003]

Hey guys/gals,
 
I'm new to this forum and might have not even posted this in the right thread however, I am looking for the best on-ear pair of headphones that I can find between 40-60 dollars. I have to have them open because I need to hear at work unfortunately. I don't have a preference on brand, the style or flashy-ness doesn't matter too much (although the portapro headphones are awful/uncomfortable looking). And sound quality, I just want the best overall sound I can get. Thanks for the help!

 

[kingpintps]

I love my v-JAYS and they have gotten good reviews everywhere on the web. They might be a little over your budget with the MSRP, but I think you should be able to find them discounted somewhere for about 60-70 bucks. 

Here is a good review by forum member shigzeo:
http://www.touchmyapps.com/2009/11/02/jays-v-jays-headphones-in-review-when-koss-met-grado/

 

[JK1]

The Sennheiser Px100II($59) is quite good. If you want to spend less, how about the Koss KSC75 earclip headphones for around $17?
 
The Koss Sportapro is around $20, and sounds almost exactly the same as the Portapro but looks different.
 
The Koss KTXpro1 sounds good(same drivers as the KSC75?) however it isn't good for those with a large head.
 
 

 

[Azathoth]

If you want a richer sound with lots of bass, go for the Sennheiser PX 100-II. For more forward midrange and excitement, the JAYS V-JAYS fits the bill.

 

[jwood152003]

Thanks for the help.Any other suggestions would be great. I'm fairly new to the world of headphones and have previously bought headphones before for there looks/price. I'd like to find one now that I can enjoy my music right and that'll last

 

[jwood152003]

Would any of you recommend the Sennheiser HD238 or HD218 instead of the PX100 -ii? I can get the HD models on amazon for around my price range and cant find a comparison of them online.
 

 

[Azathoth]

I used to own the HD238, and I don't recommend it...I actually regret buying it. They were inefficient (not really made for use straight out of a DAP unless you have one with a powerful output), and only slightly better than the PX100 with bass that gets distorted.
 
Oh and regarding the V-JAYS, there's currently the V-JAYS Two out now, supposedly the same as the V-JAYS but with slight aesthetic changes and a lower price.

 

[JK1]

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Would any of you recommend the Sennheiser HD238 or HD218 instead of the PX100 -ii? I can get the HD models on amazon for around my price range and cant find a comparison of them online.
 

These are closed. They are also very inefficient, so you may not get enough volume with them. I wouldn't buy them unless I could get them very cheap(under $20?).
 
The Sennheiser MX580 earbuds($28) has excellent sound quality. Imo it sounds better than the PX100(better detail, but not quite as much bass). It is a traditional style earbud, so it offers no isolation.
 

 
 

 

[jwood152003]

Alright Thanks everyone! I'm still up in the air about which ones I'll get. But I appreciate the advice.