Headphones for my brother, under $50

[alby800]

So for Christmas I have decided to get my little brother (11) some heaphones, he does't need the best sound in the world, as long as it isn't AWFUL and is comfortable.

 

Requirements:

• Either over-ear or in-ear
• Under $50 AUD
• I am willing to buy from amazon if they ship to Aus and shipping/conversion rate isn't too high
• Doesn't need a mic but it would be a bonus for him to stop using the crappy mic in the webcam
• he is using it for gaming, and some youtube listening.

Ideas so far:

 

Cheap panasonic IEMS:

http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-RPHJE120K-In-Ear-Headphone-Black/dp/B003EM8008/ref=sr_1_1?tag=geo02a9-20&ie=UTF8&qid=1416164533&sr=8-1&keywords=rphje120k&pebp=1416164529705%2c1416164530470

 

Corsair Raptor HS30:

http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=116_998&products_id=26055

 

Sennheiser HD 201s:

http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=116_998&products_id=18351

 

Steelseries 3HV2, these are a bit over budget but I am willing to stretch if the difference is that much:

http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=116_998&products_id=26170

 

Kingston KK-200 (these only come free in a bundle with kingston ssds and that would give me an excuse to get another ssd)

http://www.centrecom.com.au/kingston-kk-200-promotional-in-ear-headphones

 

 

Thanks in advance

[elecxonica]

The HD201s are nice, but I've found that they need a bit more power to run then a typical set of headphones. They're also relatively flat sounding, which may be good or bad depending on what sort of sound signature your brother likes.

 

Edit - I should also mention that the cable is pretty long, almost 3 meters I believe.

[melias24]

Sennheiser or Steel series, heard the Corsair's are shit, except the Corsair 1500+2100's are good 

EDIT: suck's he doesn't have close to $100...then you could get the Hyper X cloud's or 1500 by Corsair.

[incakola100]

I have the Sennheiser HD202 and I prefer them above the 201. The disadvantage of the 202 and 201 is the long cable (3m).

[alby800]

The HD201s are nice, but I've found that they need a bit more power to run then a typical set of headphones. They're also relatively flat sounding, which may be good or bad depending on what sort of sound signature your brother likes.

 

Edit - I should also mention that the cable is pretty long, almost 3 meters I believe.

Thanks, I will take that into consideration, do you think that his ipad mini could drive them?

 

Sennheiser or Steel series, heard the Corsair's are shit, except the Corsair 1500+2100's are good 

EDIT: suck's he doesn't have close to $100...then you could get the Hyper X cloud's or 1500 by Corsair.

Thanks, will take that into consideration

 

I have the Sennheiser HD202 and I prefer them above the 201. The disadvantage of the 202 and 201 is the long cable (3m).

ok thanks, I will see if I can get the HD202s anywhere here

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ATH-M20X

[elecxonica]

Thanks, I will take that into consideration, do you think that his ipad mini could drive them?

 

Probably, He may just have to turn the volume up a bit, maybe add some EQ as well.

[alby800]

ATH-M20X

Too many money in Australia

 

 

Probably, He may just have to turn the volume up a bit, maybe add some EQ as well.

Thanks

[creatip123]

50AUD is like $42. Not many stuffs that sound good in that price range. Better go for Superlux, they're good while being cheap. 

[That Norwegian Guy]

BitFenix Flo: removable mic, snappy non-muddy bass unlike virtually everything else in that segment, three types of included cables and looks good enough to show off. And the finish is really nice. Just make sure you educate him on not scuffing it up against tables and such, the rubberized finish may peel if abused.

[alby800]

BitFenix Flo: removable mic, snappy non-muddy bass unlike virtually everything else in that segment, three types of included cables and looks good enough to show off. And the finish is really nice. Just make sure you educate him on not scuffing it up against tables and such, the rubberized finish may peel if abused.

Oh yeah I forgot about them. I will see if I can find any in the land of Aus for cheap enough

[alby800]

50AUD is like $42. Not many stuffs that sound good in that price range. Better go for Superlux, they're good while being cheap.

Yeah I know, but I i don't have much money and he needs a new pair. I am not sure if I can get superlux here, I already know they don't ship from amazon. I will look to see if there are any on ebey or something.

[alby800]

50AUD is like $42. Not many stuffs that sound good in that price range. Better go for Superlux, they're good while being cheap.

Found these. What do you think? Could his iPad mini drive them for YouTube?

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=390845648271

[creatip123]

Found these. What do you think? Could his iPad mini drive them for YouTube?

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=390845648271

 

Superlux isn't hard to drive. Even HD650 can be driven by ipad, ipad3 that is.

[alby800]

Superlux isn't hard to drive. Even HD650 can be driven by ipad, ipad3 that is.

Thanks. So do you think the the superlux hd681s would be a good buy at $40?

He will be playing cod and watching YouTube.

[Daniel91]

Superlux HD-668B It's one of the best I've used  for SGD $50.00 hopfully you can get those if you have them in your country

[alby800]

Superlux HD-668B It's one of the best I've used for SGD $50.00 hopfully you can get those if you have them in your country

Unfortunately no, they aren't available

But the Superlux 681s are and they are very similar so I will get them. Besides, I really want to try some open headphones too

[creatip123]

Unfortunately no, they aren't available

But the Superlux 681s are and they are very similar so I will get them. Besides, I really want to try some open headphones too

 

As far as open headphones go, the superluxes (681 and 668, tried both) are not very open. Perhaps just semi-open. See how much Audio Technica TAD300's price there. It got a good openly sound with decent quality.

[alby800]

As far as open headphones go, the superluxes (681 and 668, tried both) are not very open. Perhaps just semi-open. See how much Audio Technica TAD300's price there. It got a good openly sound with decent quality.

Ok I will later. I don't think it matters that much if it is not very open, in fact that might be a good thing

[alby800]

As far as open headphones go, the superluxes (681 and 668, tried both) are not very open. Perhaps just semi-open. See how much Audio Technica TAD300's price there. It got a good openly sound with decent quality.

About to buy the Superlux HD681s, any last recommendations?

 

I did find the audiotechnica ones but they wouldn't arrive until it is too late for Christmas

 

I am buying it here 

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Superlux-HD681-Studio-Semi-Open-Monitor-DJ-Headphones-HD-681-/390845648271?pt=AU_DJ_Gear_Lighting_Equipment&hash=item5b00374d8f