Best closed headphones in a budget around $100-150 USD

[Bluethulhu]

I'm in need of a new pair of over-ear headphones for about $100-150 USD. I'm going to be using these in public (think library), so a closed design with little sound leakage and portability is important. I will be listening to vocals and possibly some mostly electronic music (artists include Aphex Twin, Autechre, Gorillaz, and Tycho). I was considering the ATH-M50 going for $120 on Amazon right now. These must be able to be powered without an amp. I currently own the HD 650s and find them very comfortable, but they have an extremely open design. Features sorted by priority:

• Sound isolation/little leakage
• Comfort
• Sound quality
• Portability (must be able to fit in a backpack)
• Build quality
• Aesthetics (don't care too much)

[SirNumbers]

I actually Highly recommend the Audio Technica ATH-M40x As for a $100 its a phenomenal deal. It has a removable cable and the sound is about equal to the M50s.

[SSL]

ATH-M40X, removable cable and $100.

 

[EmoRarity]

ATH-M40X, removable cable and $100.

 

Or SRH440's, because better pads to be swapped later

[Bluethulhu]

I actually Highly recommend the Audio Technica ATH-M40x As for a $100 its a phenomenal deal. It has a removable cable and the sound is about equal to the M50s.

 

ATH-M40X, removable cable and $100.

 

Or SRH440's, because better pads to be swapped later 

 

Just ordered a pair of M40X's, thanks

[NannerBeans]

Or used dt770? That would have been my choice.

[Thebman712]

M50 is you can find them, other wise m40x