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Affordable and durable headset
datora:
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These just went on a Shell Shocker deal this morning for $29.99 delivered:
- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826158082
Normally they go for $39.99 + about $3 delivery. I can't speak to them personally, but the pix make them look pretty solid. Also, the reviews are fairly encouraging. I had considered these last year for VOIP communications, but decided to stick with my Sony headphones + mic setup and used the money for other more critical tech.
I usually, at a glance, look at the total percentage of 4-egg plus 5-egg reviews, in this case it adds to 74%. Normally I consider anything in the mid-70s to 80 worth looking at, and anything over 85% to be pretty critical to look at ... caveat: only really applies if there's more than 50 reviews.
Anyway. For the money, the quality looks solid. The 20Hz–20KHz is better than most (assuming you can trust it). You start getting into audiophile equipment to get better range, and it's real tough to find under-20Hz on the low end of the range. The sensitivity lists at 110dB/mW, which most 'phones are rated about 89 to 96-ish .. so, that's also a Good Sign.
I realize you want to get these at Amazon, but I posted this to give an idea of true value. Maybe Amazon will match the price? Also, might just be worth buying at Newegg and using your credit for something else at Amazon.
[ EDIT: Notice the 40 mm Neodymium magnets that drive these. If you are looking for top response, look for 50 mm. But, the 40 mm is still fantastic. Common by today's standards, the quality was stratospheric 15 years ago. ]
Hadouken:
--- Quote from: NaRu on April 16, 2012, 05:20:36 PM ---
--- Quote from: Hadouken on April 16, 2012, 04:08:29 PM ---Sennheiser HD555. They cost about $170-185, but they're pretty good headphones (a step or two below high end).
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I also recommend those. I got my on amazon on sale for $90
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You guys are so lucky, being able to shop online and get things for cheap. :'(
Monokuroomu:
I'm using Fanny Wang On-Ear headphones, price can be discussed. I got mine on sale, so, but they're amazing in my opnion that is. I haven't had them quite that long, but so far(past year) it has been a bliss.
But I also recommend the Sennheiser HD555. Like some others did.
mgz:
most sennheisers have replaceable wires ive had my hd555s for a good 5 or 6 years now im not nice to them and the plastic that mounts the 2 earphones to the headband is just starting to crack a lil bit
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