Need help deciding what headphones i should get

[FlamingOnion_1]

So I have been look at pairs of headphones (in between the 75$-150$ range) for music or watching videos on my phone and I have been stuck between the Sony MDRXB950BT/B (wireless), the Sony MDRXB950AP/H (non wireless), Sennheiser HD 569, and the Sennheiser hd 4.5.

The sennheiser HD 569 would probably be my number one choice but it's a little pricey and not sure because i have heard the Sony 950s were good with sound quality, but I have read some reviews about the build quality not looking as good.

I'm just kind of stuck between all the headphones in that price range and i'm not sure what would be the best pair for me. Any help would be appreciated and if anyone has any better suggestions for what headphones I should get then please let me know as that will also be much appreciated.  

 

Edit - Now looking at ATH-WS1100iS or the Sennheiser HD 598C

[Max_Settings]

569 is a terrible headphone. If you have to have a Sennheiser closed back the 598C is better for the same money but still not nearly as good as the open back 598. If you are looking at closed headphones in that rage you have a few options.

 

ATH-M40X with Brainwavz Angled pads swap

ATH-WS1100iS

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[3 Minute Reviewer]

I would likely lean towards the Sennheisers as well. If you REALLY need a lot of bass then considered the Sony, otherwise the Sennys are likely your best bet

[Tsar_Maple]

5 minutes ago, Max_Settings said:

569 is a terrible headphone. If you have to have a Sennheiser closed back the 598C is better for the same money but still not nearly as good as the open back 598. If you are looking at closed headphones in that rage you have a few options.

 

ATH-M40X with Brainwavz Angled pads swap

ATH-WS1100iS

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Takstar Pro-82

Definitely second this on ATH M40Xs, great headphones. I still use my M30s from like... 4 years ago? Sound hasn't changed a bit.

[alphaproject]

You want the 598 if u want anything.... Or a used pair of DT770s. I sold mine for like 80 bucks.

 

For a small upgrade you could get those multidriver headphones that actually work. https://www.amazon.com/1MORE-Headphones-Isolating-Foldable-Detachable/dp/B0798TVDVJ

 

I have the Sony MDR-Z7 and of course I love em but they were $400

[FlamingOnion_1]

46 minutes ago, Max_Settings said:

569 is a terrible headphone. If you have to have a Sennheiser closed back the 598C is better for the same money but still not nearly as good as the open back 598. If you are looking at closed headphones in that rage you have a few options.

 

ATH-M40X with Brainwavz Angled pads swap

ATH-WS1100iS

Status Audio CB-1

Takstar Pro-82

Thanks for the suggestions. I didn't even look at the 598C so I will take that in consideration as well as the ATH-M40X because they also look nice. The ATH-WS1100iS also looks pretty good but because i'm a little picky I don't like how the jack is L shaped. also I would rather have a closed back because of background noise and such.

Edit- also to add on Im still 50/50 on Sennheiser because people have been saying they are amazing and the #1 choice, but also people are saying they are terrible and bad.

Edit 2- I still might consider the ATH-WS1100iS because they still seem pretty nice

[FlamingOnion_1]

45 minutes ago, alphaproject said:

You want the 598 if u want anything.... Or a used pair of DT770s. I sold mine for like 80 bucks.

 

For a small upgrade you could get those multidriver headphones that actually work. https://www.amazon.com/1MORE-Headphones-Isolating-Foldable-Detachable/dp/B0798TVDVJ

 

I have the Sony MDR-Z7 and of course I love em but they were $400

any cheaper options? I want to stay away from buying used or refurbished just to stay on the safe side. 

[FlamingOnion_1]

Update-  Looking at the ATH-WS1100iS and the Sennheiser 598C. The ATH-WS1100iS looks like the better choice but i'm worried about the 38 ohms with it being used on my phone. Any suggestions?

[IAnthonyFX]

have you checked the mrd 100abn? it goes for like 120-100 usd in ebay. and to be honest it sounds better than my old ath m50x's

[FlamingOnion_1]

21 minutes ago, IAnthonyFX said:

have you checked the mrd 100abn? it goes for like 120-100 usd in ebay. and to be honest it sounds better than my old ath m50x's

I want to keep away from getting used or refurbished and keep it on amazon as well because I have a few cards for it. Thank you for the suggestion though,

[3 Minute Reviewer]

Any normal modern phone should have to problem pushing the ath ws1100is

[FlamingOnion_1]

33 minutes ago, 3 Minute Reviewer said:

Any normal modern phone should have to problem pushing the ath ws1100is

sorry can you retype that i'm a little confused on what you said lol

[3 Minute Reviewer]

2 hours ago, FlamingOnion_1 said:

sorry can you retype that i'm a little confused on what you said lol

I meant no problem haha damn fat thumbs. Yeah a normal smart phone should be enough to power those headphones

[FlamingOnion_1]

34 minutes ago, 3 Minute Reviewer said:

I meant no problem haha damn fat thumbs. Yeah a normal smart phone should be enough to power those headphones

lol I can't blame you, but thanks for the help. I was just hearing that about 25 and under are used for phones and such and 50+ are home systems because of how much power they need and stuff.