Headphones
Superlux HD668B - $44
Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone - $80
Superlux HD668B
jimboulter.com Jim’s Audio Impressions - Superlux HD668B
thewirecutter.com/review The Best Open-Back Headphones under $500
- HiFiMan HE400S
- Fostex T50RP mk3
- Fostex TH-7BB
- Sennheiser HD 600
$50 at amazon prime Fostex TH-7BB Semi-Open Dynamic Stereo Headphones, 70 Ohms
$42.25 at amazon prime Fostex TH-5BB Semi-Open Dynamic Stereo Headphones, 44 Ohms
Fostex T50RP MK3
- Driver Regular Phase (Orthodynamic)
- Impedance 50 ohm
- Sensitivity 92 dB (at 1 kHz, 1 mW)
- Frequency Response 15 Hz to 35 kHz
- Maximum Input Power 3000 mW
- Cables Detachable 1/4" Stereo Phone 10' (3 m) and Stereo Mini 4' (1.2 m)
$110 after rebate at BH Phonto
$159 at amazon prime Fostex T50RP MK3 Professional Studio Headphones, Semi-Open
youtube Z Review - Fostex T50rp MkIII (My New Babies)
If you’ve been thinking about the Oppo PM-3 (that i own), then save yourself $250 and buy the Fostex T50RP, without a doubt. Get these now., they are excellent.
Purchase new ear pads. These are a crime for the great sound that comes out of the drivers
Purchase some sort of head band pad. Or make suspension style strap.
innerfidelity.com article A DIYers Delight: The Fostex T50RP Mk3
head-fi.org article Fostex T50RP Mk3 Early Impressions
jimboulter.com Jim’s Audio Impressions - Stream of Consciousness Audio Reviews - Fostex T50RP Mk3
musictech.net review Fostex T50RP Mk3 Review
headphonesunboxed.com Best Headphones Under 200 Bucks Table
- Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Headphones Over-ear Closed
- Sennheiser HD 598 Headphones (Burl Wood Accents) Over-ear Open
- Beyerdynamic DT-880 Pro Headphones (250 Ohm) Over-ear Semi-open
- AKG Q 701 Quincy Jones Signature Headphones Over-ear Open
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Headphones Over-ear Closed
Sennheiser HD 598 Headphones (Burl Wood Accents) Over-ear Open
$146 at amazon prime Sennheiser HD 598 Special Edition Over-Ear Headphones - Black
Beyerdynamic DT-880 Pro Headphones (250 Ohm) Over-ear Semi-open
$212 at amazon prime Beyerdynamic DT-880 Pro Headphones (250 Ohm)
AKG Q 701 Quincy Jones Signature Headphones Over-ear Open
$174 at Amazon Prime AKG Q701Premium Class Reference Headphones, Quincy Jones Signature Line
$99 at amazon prime Grado Prestige Series SR80e Headphones
Grado L-Cush Large Replacement Ear Cushions
$80 at amazon prime Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone
Auray Genuine Sheepskin Leather Earpads
midilifestyle.com article The Best Pair Of Headphones Under $100? Sony MDR7506 Review
gearslutz.com/board/reviews Sony MDR-7506 review
sonarworks.com Studio headphone review: Sony MDR-7506
kino-eye.com article Beyerdynamic velour pads: new life for Sony MDR-7506 or V6 headphones
Over the years I’ve noticed that other folks have replaced the original Sony pads with velour pads made by Beyerdynamic (model number 942704) which fit the Sony MDR-7506. I ordered them from B&H for $19.95 a pair and they turned out to be good purchase
beyerdynamic EDT250V
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youtube Hi-Fi Insider - How to: Sony MDR-v6 and MDR-7506 with Beyerdynamic Ear Pads
B&H product page Auray EPD-MDR7506 Auray Deluxe Velour Earpads
$27.58 at amazon prime Beyerdynamic EDT250V Headphone Ear Pads Black
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Lauren Dragan headphone
thewirecutter.com/review The Best $150 Over-Ear Headphones
$62 at amazon prime Audio-Technica ATH-M30x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones
SOMIC V2 Over-Ear Earphone HIFI Music Earphone Black $98 on ebay.
Somic MH463 - reviews like V2 better in many cases.
HIFIMAN HE400i Over Ear Full-size Planar Magnetic Headphones
thewirecutter.com/review The Best Over-Ear Headphones Under $400
Oppo PM-3
$399 at amazon prime OPPO PM-3 Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones
Earbuds
I have some Koss that I like. The cord is frayed at the plug. What model is it? Is it available?
$8.99 at amazon Panasonic ErgoFit In-Ear Earbud Headphones RP-HJE120-K (Black) Dynamic Crystal Clear Sound, Ergonomic Comfort-Fit
The ErgoFit earbuds come in a variety of colors, which should appeal to the fashion-conscious. They also deliver crisp highs, warm mids and deep lows despite their low price. Compared to other earbuds in their price range, the ErgoFit produced cleaner, clearer audio. Even better, they conform to the shape of your ear canal, creating a snug but comfortable fit for those long jam sessions.
$13.99 at amazon Betron YSM1000 Headphones, Earbuds, High Definition, in-Ear, Noise Isolating, Heavy Deep Bass for Apple iPhone, iPod, iPad, Samsung Cell Phones and Smartphones (Gold with Microphone)
The Betron YSM1000 earphones come out of the package ready to take on your favorite music selections with ease. They delivered a richer experience than most other low-cost earphones, including a punchy bass, noticeable midrange and clean high notes that can be heard across all music selections. I think the draw to these earphones is the quality construction, which includes metal buds and no-tangle cord design. The buds offer a comfortable fit, allowing for long periods of listening to music or podcasts without breaking a sweat. I was disappointed that they lacked an in-line mic or control button, which meant I couldn’t make calls or skip tracks without taking out the earphones.