Headphones.

PerfectCreature
PerfectCreature Posts: 1,456
edited April 2011 in The Clubhouse
Alright, so since this is an audio forum and we all listen to our pristine sounding polk speakers, and I know that most of you have tried several pairs of headphones before setting on a pair that sounds just right....
Now, I am looking for a pair just like that, my only issue is A) my tight budget and B) my picky ears.
I like the in ear canal type but most of the earbuds do not fit, the only kind that has made a really nice fit was the Klipsch S3.
I am torn between the over ear and the in ear.
So, For under $60 is my budget for new headphones which would you guys recommend out of all of your headphone trying endeavors.
Right now I am rocking out in some $20 Sonys for the moment, and it is killing my ears, they sound terrible.

I was looking at some Denon and a couple Grado headphones on ebay, but they went sky high at the last minute....
Anyway. Under $60 or so, in ear or over ear. What do you have for me?
Thanks
Receiver
Harman Kardon HK 3490
Speakers
Polk Audio Monitor 50s
Subwoofer
Klipsch KSW-100
Cables
AudioQuest Rocket 33s 10ft
AudioQuest Optilink1 2m
AudioQuest Alpha-Snake 25ft Interconnect
AudioQuest HDMI-1 2m

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PS4
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited April 2011
    http://www.amazon.com/Koss-PortaPro-Headphones-with-Case/dp/B00001P4ZH/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1303011575&sr=8-1
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  • coolsax
    coolsax Posts: 1,824
    edited April 2011
    if you can go another 20 above your budget i'd also look at the Grado SR 60i if you don't mind open cans
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  • ysss
    ysss Posts: 213
    edited April 2011
    To improve your in-ear sets, get foam tips or custom molded tips (Can be pretty cheap, depending where you live.

    As for full sized cans, it might help if you list what genres you listen to the most (ie: grados are generally great for vocal, live performances and acoustics... but they've pretty weak low end, etc).
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited April 2011
    Check out the used section at Head Fi
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  • jflail2
    jflail2 Posts: 2,868
    edited April 2011
    Sennheiser is a consistent powerhouse in that price range.

    I just picked up a pair of Klipsch S4's. Mostly for travel, but I've been using them at the office as of late and have been pleased with their comfort over a few hour time span.

    And yes, you could probably get the best bang for your buck from a reputable seller on head fi's used section.
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