[metal_monger]

Senn 200 are also great "starting cans" if you need portable. I got a buddy who swears by the Senn 280's as being just top notch for their price.

Based on what others have posted here (not on any first hand knowledge mind you) I would also include Shure E2's and Sony V6's. Both of these cans have enough of a following around here that surely there must be something great about them.

 

[mecano]

Sony V6 will make you wonder how a 65$ headphone is build like a tank.The reason is that is a 10+ years model!

 

[bifcake]

Quote:

Originally posted by jesse_w On the note of HD580s and an amp, what are some good ~$200 amplifiers for them? And is this a bad sign: I was listening to the 590s, 600s and 580s on a Linn Classik the other day... And the only pair I liked were the 580s o_O -jesse

You can get decent headphone amps for ~ $200. Look into the Creek OBH-11. It's discontinued, but you may be able to get a demo model or old dealer stock. I think it's really the best bang for the buck. You can get it for as little as $150 and as much as $200.

Also, look into Musical Fidelity Xcan v2. It's also a discontinued model as the V.3 is out. However, it's a decent amp and it runs slightly above the $200 mark.

Alternatively, if you're willing to spend a bit more, you can get the Headroom Little for $265. Very solid, good sounding, although I think it's slightly overpriced. Others may disagree on the last point.

 

[mecano]

I had both Creek11 and MF Xcan.Problem with the first is crappy parts(caps etc..)With the second crappy tubes and good NOS 6922 cost$$$.I believe that if you want value for money go for DIY builders like JMT and Headsave.

 

[sacd lover]

grado sr-225

 

[ProtoCat]

I have been suggesting the Sony MDR-V6/7506es for a while after owning a pair (now on my second one). They're perfect for a starter pair that won't kill you in price. I've been exploring other headphones such as the Audio Technica ATH-M40fs and soon the Ultrasone HFI-650 (maybe the 700s) and maybe the Sennheiser HD-280 Pros to find out which of that class I prefer the most, since while I absolutely adore my HD-600s, I can't call them a 'steal' (especially after amping comes into play) to people uninfected with the headphone virus. If and when I do, like I mentioned in a post a bit back, I'll post my findings.

 

[MD1032]

I love my SR-80's. A heck of a bang for the buck. The 60's have more bloated bass and less high-end detail and cost less. It's actually a matter of personal preference, but they're both excellent headphones at an excellent price.

Considering the SR-225 is a refined version of the SR-125, which is an upgrade of the 80's, I guess the SR-225's do have a logical price, but they're not as much of a bang for the buck as the 60's.

 

[pirate]

alessandro ms1, ksc-35

 

[ojnihs]

I personally think the KSC-35's and Senn 580's are great phones for yoru buck, especially the KSC-35's.

 

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[TheMuffinMan_01]

i would say hd580's with a supermini or a nice cmoy. amazatron!

 

[Patrickhat2001]

Very controversial but I'm going to say the Sony D66. I know, I know many others think these cans are horribly overpriced at $100 but I absolutely love them and they are still my favorite pair of cans even after trying many others (some much more expensive) like the sr60, sr80, sr225, V6, KSC-35, 240S, 271S, CD1700, HFI-650, A900, HD590 and DT250-80. Being that a $100 set of cans can compete with others at nearly twice its price makes the D66 a great bargain to me. Don't get me wrong, many of the above phones can beat the crud out of the D66 in some aspects but when it comes to finding a compromise between all of the factors that make a set of headphones sound good the Eggos strike a great balance to my ears. For me the early hype about the Eggos being not only great portable phones but also great phones for your home rig has rung true. I am truely in love with them (my second headphone love, my first being the KSC-35s).

Now all you Eggo bashers better stop putting my baby down or else I'll have to get mean.

 

[gerG]

hmmm...

I will assume $200 new. No amp, but a receiver or integrated amp to plug into.

Beyer DT931, with AKG K501 a very close second for open cans.

Closed is tougher. I would go with the DT831 if you like detail, or the DT250-250 for a more neutral, smoother presentation.


gerG

 

[Demolition]

Best bang for the buck first audiophile quality headphone... hmm.

Probably my MB Quart QuartPhone 50s from about 13 years ago. I paid $120 CDN (~$105 US at the time) and I'm still using them today. I think that qualifies as a good value for money.

D.

 

[Uncledan]

Sony 7506 (V6) ....i use it more then 7 years now, and it still sounds GREAT!