Cheaper Versions of Expensive Headphones!?
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- Here are some of my picks for the cheaper versions of expensive headphones. Check them out below!
HD58X -massdrop.7eer....
HD 660S - amzn.to/2PcaSLu
M1060C - amzn.to/38PZNaL
LCD-2C - www.audeze.com...
Sundara - amzn.to/2wCsh9Y
Edition XX - massdrop.7eer....
Ananda - amzn.to/39PAJ3K
Beyer T1 - amzn.to/3c03RHq
HD800S - amzn.to/39UxTKU
- Dt1990 amzn.to/2T22JKZ
- SHP9500 amzn.to/3bVk2pz
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1. Hifiman Arya - amzn.to/2WNGzQr
2. Audeze LCD-X - amzn.to/2WpMbRE
3. Massdrop 58X - massdrop.7eer....
4. Koss KSC75 - amzn.to/2ENisar
5. (Studio Pick) - DT1990 - amzn.to/2WgWUZA
Amps
1. Massdrop THX 789 - massdrop.7eer....
2. Liquid Spark - amzn.to/2WhyUFC
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Suggestions for videos I'd love to watch: best headphones for soundstage, best headphones for bass, best headphones for vocals...
This.
That's a rather subjective matter. Do you just want Josh's opinion?
@@Smitty_Werbenjagermanjenson we just want more videos of josh lol.
Soundstage-800S Bass- LCD series vocals really depend on your preference
@@Han-xv9mn Maybe Beyer t1 gen 2 for vocals. It's a really smooth headphone that whispers sweet nothings to your ears
Haha I thought this man's name was "Joshua Velour", I was like "yo he was born for this"
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@Lorenzo Ramon bruh stfu
His voice is just as soft and comfortable
@@sam_9228 i know it's late, but they're bots
I'm glad you're one of the few channels that isn't afraid to review and recommend "budget" options.
I have had the 800S' for a couple months now. I absolutely love them, not only are they super detailed with a mile wide soundstage but they are also very comfortable; not as heavy as I expected. I have no regrets and that was a major perches for me.
Joshua you´ve simply become my favorite reviewer. Your reviews are straight to the point, simple and very useful when it comes to making the right purchase decision. Needless to say, your videos quality is top-notch and a joy to watch! Thanks for the wonderful work you do.
I'd say the K702 for the HD800S. Nice videos.
I would be very interested in a comparison between the Sony MDR-Z1R and the MDR-Z7m2.
AKG K7XX and K712 -> Detailed wide sharp 800S
This should be much closer than SHP9500.
K712 is literally poors man HD800
Agreed.
@@sverek I absolutely love my K712s :)
is it really that close? I remember putting my 712 before with a demo HD800s and it's nothing alike... at all.
the AKG sounds so lifeless compare to the Senns
@@MuhammadKharismawan No, they're not THAT similar, but K712 and K7xx are definitely better choices than SHP9500. Those SHP9500 have terrible bass, and I would not say it's a cheaper version of 800s. The K7 series sounds flat and somewhat uninteresting compared to the 800s, sure, cos that's the AKG sound. If you're really looking for similar sound signatures, you should look at headphones from the same company. However, 800 series is fairly unique and nothing else in Senn's line sounds quite like it.
I got the HD660S through Sennheiser's sound club since it was the cheapest immediate option at $20 for the first month, so I'm a bit spoiled but I might just have to get the HD58X as a gift for someone since everyone loves my HD660S. Also since sound club ended I got it half off essentially since I still had a year left to pay it off (they let you keep them since it was a beta test essentially). I'd really like to see more companies do stuff like this because it would allow me to scratch my new headphone itch easier.
Jejeje remember when I saw your video of the best of each kind under 100. I had the Phillips and M40x. Then upgrade for DT1990 PRO once again thanks to you ;). Nice video.
The SHP9500 is my go to headphone for getting people into audio.
Maybe a second video could include the different FOCAL headphones? Is the Massdrop version a cheaper one from other headphone?
That one video i was looking for, Thanks
Elex being a cheaper version of the Clear, especially with the FR's being so close, and even Metal saying the "Clear is just a clearer [pun intended] Elex."
I've read that the Elex is more or less an Elear with the Clear's pads
@@andrearenaudo9045 yeah, which is why the FR of the Elex and Clear are so close. Apparently also some dampening changes by Focal, but who knows.
Almost literally a cheaper version. I'm an Elex owner and have been tempted by the Clear.
Taylor Time really not worth it IMO, I’ve had the clears for a while, and it really is 98% of the elex and elegia, the additional clearness is only really evident when looking for it
Still a relatively budget headphone but I saw it and swooped it up quick I was at goodwill and saw a set of senheiser hd558s for $10 completely working
Bargain! 😮
@@johnellison3173 I know I just sp happened to wander in there at the right place at the right time I'm trying to get a schiit dac and amp for it
@@hvskyline1368 Yeah you cant go wrong with a good schitt stack. I still have my Loki for eq when needed
@@johnellison3173 yea that's just to start I'd also like to later on get a preamp and the loki as well its gonna be used for everything gaming music video editing etc
@@johnellison3173 I really wanna get my hands on the LCD2 C but that's a long time away when I can justify spending 800 on a headphone lol
I still cant believe the HD58x is as good as it is. It costed me $150 aud, and my HD600 costs $450aud, but the 58x is 95% as good
Nobody ever talks about the K7XX in these videos. It’s a shame because they’re really nice budget headphones.
I have the HD660s got them on a decent discount for $400 and Just ordered a pair of HD800s for $1100 so I think I got pretty good deals for both, 660s are gonna be my podcast/vocal music headphones and my 800s are gonna be my gaming/wow factor headphones when I'm just looking for great detail and soundstage in songs, both purchases were made because of your videos and can't thank you enough for helping me in my decisions!
Hey Josh, thank you as always for an excellent recommendation video. I'm getting late to this one, but don't you think the AKG K702 is a really close cheaper version of the HD800s? Maybe just between the t1's and the other one?
It's the cost of diminishing returns... a bit better is a lot more expensive. Like experience in Pokemon...
Glad to see a bit of love for the T1. I have and AK 32ohm version. I can't say how different they are, but with them I hear details I've never heard with any other headphones. Granted it has been a few years since I've listened to the 800s, but for the price I'm still in awe.
for cheap pick, better include the whole system suggestion as well. noobs dont know a thing about combo. they will use hd800 with 3.5mm on pc.
SHP9500 "the legend" 💪😎
the HD800s is a hard to swallow pill on the price, the T1 is a hard to swallow pill on that mf 11dB boost on 8kHz
Wow. Another major win for Joshua! Thank you for an entertaining and visually pleasing and unique subject matter. I support you and happy to do it. Please, if you also enjoy his talent, consider supporting him in anyway, from tweeting to sharing to Patreon.
Oh I saw the Audeze lcd gx! I just got a pair for 340! They came directly from Audeze and look and feel brand new! I love them and think they are so good especially for that price! Worldsbestheadphones on eBay is an authorized Audeze dealer on eBay and has a lot of manufactured refurbished from Audeze with three year warranty! I saw all the models but the lcd gx was the one I wanted to try due to weight!
for such a gorgeous setup, its a shame to see a gamery keyboard, of which the colors are pretty neat, but i think you'd love something from massdrop and it would certainly be a prettier backdrop! anyhow, lots of pretty AND high quality keyboards on there
Very cool review. Thanks. Will try one of those HifiMan headphones..
Well Beyerdynamic DT250 is hell of a headphone for 200 $ . Blows out of water everything under 500$ for sure , planar , dynamic , biocellulose , u name it !
The bass extension , the superb upfront mids , the treble , the detail , the cleanness and clarity , the imaging - u gonna shit in your pants and love it ! This is spectacular super precision lightweigt studio grade killer and its closed back , man !
I have many and i mean many headphones and i always come back to this one !
I dont get it , u guys (Z , Metal , DMS and u Josh ) blubbermouthing such en expensive earphones but somehow missed that affordable stunning killer puppy ?
Just grab it and listen !
Hi, would these be enjoyable for music with good base around the $100-$200 mark please?
@@r.k862 Just good bass ? These are studio professional headphones , they have good everything , not just bass . The accent in the low register is sub-bass , however . Go to diyaudioheaven and check the article , i suppose .
P.S. Want the funny part ? i was listening through Thieaudio Clairvoyance ( IEM for 700$ ) while answering you and i decided to DT250 out just for checking , you know .Well , it just pooped on those IEMs while laughing , just torn them apart and didn't even blink . DT250 is a very good headphones indeed , but they are not for basshead , they do have a very good bass , though , a straight flat line going as low as 10Hz .
@@danrdey thank you for your reply I highly appreciate it. Basically I'm a noob and looking around for a $100-$200 headphone that i will use on my phone and pc (I won't be connecting an amp). I would love it to be excellent quality (in every area as possible) BUT i heard from people that studio headphones hardly have any base - i just don't want to be disappointed paying for a $200 headphone but when it arrives to my house that I will be unsatisfied because it hardly would have base to it (I'm not talking about a basehead, but a good decent enough base that will satisfy me). I want the headphone to enjoyable for music, it's not for studio work.
I want it to be wired by the way, i dont want it to have ANC or any of that rubbish. I prefer a around the ear and a closed back.
Please if you can recommend me some headphones according to the description I gave you above.
Thank you
@@r.k862 Dt250 needs an amp , not for you then .Ok , you can go for Akg 361 or 371 , difference of 50$ .
@@danrdey I'm thinking to buy the audio technica M50X, what do you think about them? Are they better quality than the akg you just recommend?
Good idea to have videos like this, with interesting subjects and not just reviews.
Part of the reason for slight sounds difference is “ Diminishing Return”. And also the quality of music your listening to and it’s source. It’s mostly subjective.
Great headphone review! Got some very valuable info. What do you think of the fiio M11 Plus ESS?
The Sundara actually is actually equally good at, or better, than the Ananda in everything except Passive Soundstage and Weighted Harmonic Distortion.
So your feeling that the Ananda has slightly better sound, is just that, a feeling, it's not real, the Sundara comes out ahead in the end. : /
I have the phillips shp9500's and hd 600's. Honestly, I think they sound pretty similar with the 600's being a little more analytical and detailed. Would be fine with selling the 600's to be honest.
for someons wanting to get in audiophiling (?):
- 58x or 6xx?
- is it worth to get dac+amp combo or save to get a dedicated dac and amp?
Any suggestions are welcome!
Might be a bit late but here are my thoughts:
Both are great headphones for it's price, it mostly depends on your preferences and setup, the 58x is easier to drive if you don't have a amp and have better bass than the 6xx. On the other hand, 6xx is tuned really balanced with more details and vocals. Go for the 6xx if you are planning to get a amp.
For the dac+amp, I suggest to by them separately if it's your first amp/dac, the schiit stack (modi+magni) is a great combo and you could swap the amp more easily to try a different one (jds lab atoms, bravo tube are all decent options for starters)
Hope this helps :)
As a recent subscriber, I am loving watching Josh's videos and very thankful to his expertise. But, I am disappointed when he butchered the pronunciation of Hifiman models. For whatever reason, Hifiman is using all Sanskrit names. Sundara means beautiful ( Su-nd-ara or psu-nn-dha-ra). Ananda (aa-nun-dha) means happiness.
8:39 Review LCD GX
if you buy from BD it self you can take refurbished T1.2 for 500-600 with full warranty! ;)
Really don't get why the Elex has gone from mild raves to almost totally ignored so quickly.
The audiophile world can be a fickle world...
Elex is the best headphone under $1000
Wow, I don’t get all the love for the Sundara, especially from an Arya fan. The treble is impressive but with the utter lack of realistically weighty bass, it comes off sounding like fingernails on a chalkboard. It’s as if the engineers forgot something. The Ananda’s bass isn’t particularly weighty but it doesn’t have the same problem.
True! the Sundara is a little thin and sharp sounding...
what is that multicolor can on the table at 5:49? looks interesting
i think the beyerdynamic amrion wireless, although being wireless (with 3,5mm and USB-C connectivity) sound almost the same as the beyerdynamic DT1990 Pro, almost same sound signature, almost same price and almost the same sounstaging and imaging
The 1060c is on sale right now. It's a very good deal right now. They have a new, different driver then the open 1060.
Thanks 👍
That's what I was wondering, will the M1060C with open grill be the same as the M1060 ? So the M1060C has a different driver.
@@releasethekraken5299 A better driver. The 1060c openback is better then the regular 1060 and requires less mods.
Koss KSC75 in place of Grado SR60 through SR225.
Would have been nice to say brand names in your video because I didn't know what you were talking about with some of the headphones and I had to click under the video to look at your list of headphones to see what the heck they were.
Well, I agree, for someone new into the headphones or to the channel that can be confusing. Though maybe most of his followers, myself included, already know which one he meant
@@RikuoNura383 i havent been on head-fi for a bit. Just getting back into headphones
If you get a chance try a HD800 (I guess the HD800S will work because both sound much the same on the THX Amp). Drop THX amp & a Topping D90 Dac. Then try some bassy songs. You're Welcome!
Exactly. Hd800s has lots of low range down to 50hz. Proper Amp+EQ required tho. Nothing can compare to properly powered and tuned HD800s, regardless of price range.
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Love ❤️ ur content brother congratulations on ur channel ...purchase the blon bl03 because your recommendations 💗
Where does the Edition XX fit? You compared the two HiFiMan headphones without mentioning the Edition XX. Like the idea of the video, but missing the one of interest to me.
If you ever get a chance to listen to a stock pair of HE500s, theyre insane. Theyre closest to the hd800S in terms of SOUND SIGNATURE; the he500 to be faster in the mids & bass, but not nearly have as much soundstage or imaging capabilities. Because theyre a planar theyre faster & more impactful, & the HD800S would come off feeling very dry
The more I listen to the Sundara the more I like it and I use them as much as any headphone I have and some cost about 3 or 4 times as much.
I've been a sennheiser guy my whole life. IEs & up to 650s. I just tried my first planars, 4xx. I'm trying to find another planar and looking at sundaras. Have any more input to share? Greatly appreciateed :)
@@Arome909 Well along with the Sundara I have a few more planars, LCD-2C, Sendy Aiva, and an old HE-400i. If you're talking price performance ratio you can't beat the Sundara imo. They're just about as good as the 2C and there $800 compared to $350 for the Sundara. They are a bit bass light but nothing a little EQ can't fix.
The Aiva is a great planar also but it's much more in your face and bright compared to the others. I say go for the Sundara because it's a great all arounder that can hold its own versus much more expensive headphones.
I miss the desk setups. Hope you’ll bring it back someday!
Hey John great video what is your opinion on the beyerdynmic dt177X on drop . I would like your opinion. Best regards Dave Monell
I bought a head phone set that was recommended. It was ok for the price. But I found out while recording
that the sound was bleeding out the back. I wished they had told me that. Just a suggestion!
Really good idea for the video! Like your work Sir!
Excellent video Josh
Hi Josh, what about the Arya being the cheaper version of the HE 1000? I heard they even use the same drivers. Do you hear any discernible difference between the two?
They do not. Very similar drivers though.
Any chance you could do a blind amp/dac test in a future video?
I thought 58x is based on HD580j and not HD660.🤔
Hello Joshua ! Hope you are doing good. I’m new to your channel, I like your reviews. I’m not an audiophile by any means but a music enthusiast. I was looking for a “Budget” neutral, “accurate” sound wireless headphone and ATM50XBT, do you think it is a good option ?
BGVP DM6 is the cheaper version of Shure Se846. BGVP DM7 has a firmer grip of sound than Shure 846. They are just bulking and cannot be used while sleeping.
What a great video concept! Midfi seems like the way to go. (Are these cheaper ones "midfi?")
A future video could probably be a top 3 or 5 headphones/speakers for different price brackets
I don't get it... What's the cheapest version of the HD800s? Or what's the more expensive version of the HD800s?
Edit: ok, so the comparison was with other brands... So not the cheapest version like the first two cases, but a comparison in similar sound signature..
I got confused a little with that one too. I was like, "what? My HD800S are a cheap version or I dunno?
My 1990 Pro just arrived, I was buckling up for sadness lol.
Why?
@@themthreeboys5563 I figured he'd roll out a DT 880 to compare the two.
@@jesso2k6 It's cool to get a bargain but the truth is there is none. People price things accordingly and you bought a great headphone. That's really all there is to it and there's no use in justifying cheaper substitutes... It's just not the same thing
I'm using a THX 789 and SMSL SU-8 balanced.
AKG K712s would have maybe been a good alternative to a HD 800. (Even if I haven't heard the HD 800 I've seen them compared and the price difference is pretty large)
Also IMO the HD 660 S noticably provides more detail than the HD 58X. It's noticable with the right music although tonally the HD 58X can be more fun due to their lower end kick they provide in more bass heavy music. The HD 58X is a good alternative to the HD 660 S but the HD 660 S noticably provides more detail if you compare the two side by side.. most people won't notice till you A/B though certainly.
just wanna say akg 712 is my first audiophil headphone and the first time i listened to it on my new atom amp and topping d30 dac it was breathtaking for me and still amazes me. i love them to death i use them for gaming and just for any kind of listening. since ive purchased 6xx and dt770 (80) .. i think of the 3 headphones i own the 712's are the best.. but once i own th-x00 ph that may change but non the less akg 712's are an incredible headphone.
My personal opinion:
Sundara -> Ananda
4XX -> Edition XX
4xxx better than ed xx ???
sundara better than ananda ???
really ???
@@davidmason8212 of course. Why not
Agree on Sundara>Ananda
No..... I’ve had the sundara, Arya, and ananda. and the sundara is thin sounding while Ananda is much fuller. The Arya is basically the same sound as the ananda but with more separation and 3D. Not worth it IMO for an extra 1,000
@@Han-xv9mn in case i have the 4xx is does the ananda gona be a good successor??
do you try to compare the lcd2 to the ananda ? which one do you prefer ?
Which headphone under 200€ has the best soundstage and imaging ballance?
Akg k7xx
i did quite a research about it and it seems that the HD 560s its hard to beat in this regard
Hey Josh great review as always i got question for you do you have any Solid State amps that would complement my Valhalla 2 hybrid tube amp from schiit audio?
the 660s and the 58x are not the cheaper and more expensive version of each other, the 58x is based on the 580, just like the 6xx is based on the 600, do you see a pattern yet, the x is just a 0 for all the cheaper drop versions
Koss KSC75=cheaper version of Grado SR60. Koss KPH30i=cheaper version of the HD6xx
wow i thought you had like 300k subs, I can see it happening soon, im about to explore your channel lol
Z7M2 and the Z1R
and the HD700... even tho many loathe it, still is th little brother of the HD800, you can say its the cheaper, cheaper ver of th hd800
1060C is on Sale from monoprice.
Hey Josh, could you compare K712 against HD800S? Thx
A video on world's most underrated hp would be very interesting also.
What is the cheaper version of Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro?
when you said "Cheaper Versions of Expensive Headphones" i throught you are talking about chinase no name 1/100 price models :D
AKG 701/702 are similar to the HD800
1:03 what project is Josh referencing here? I'd be interested to see, since I just picked up some 58Xs and I'm torn about foam or no foam.
Akg Q701 has a humongous soundstage and a flat and fast response which could be a cheaper alternative to the HD800.
Imo k702 is the cheaper hd 800s.
Hey, the video overall was great but I would have mentioned the comfort issues with 1060s, I think that the headphones are not worth the price when they hurt that much to wear. Well maybe except for Neumann ndh20...
you are just excellent in analytics!
Hey Joshua, still great content! Could you help recommending some powered bookshelf speakers for 300-550$/€? Would be much appreciated! Keep it up.
Better value for the HD58X at $150 or the HD 6XX for $195? Is the sound of the 6XX much better than the 58X? tks
Audeze LCD-GX review soon? I seen them in your B roll shots 😉
Hmmm 🤔 a Mac book or HD 800s?!?! I decisions decision’s
So the Sennheiser 58X is the best upgrade? Im looking to upgrade my Philips Fidelio X2 to something a little better but i don't want to pay more than 300ish $.
The full priced versions are usually better, but not 2-3x better (like the price difference). If you have more budget, get the cheap version of even better headphones.
Random question, are you into road cycling ? If yes what group set are you using ?
Would you consider the T1 gen2 a closer candidate than the HD700?
I want your opinion, how is the HD 598 (original)? I have heard about them and am curious on whether they are any good.
I just bought the schiit headphone amp I'm using OneOdio headphones there a good cheaper headphone. Now I'm going to upgrade headphones I like bass what should buy my price range is $100-$500 range ?
Ether C Flow vs Ether CX? Never listened to the C Flows but the CXs are said to be betterish.
Can you review Small tube amplifiers?
Hey Josh
Any Chances to get a focal or akg 812 Video from you ?
For the sundara fan moving up should it be the t1 v2 or ananda? I dont like the idea of paying more to lose top end resolution
Are the SendyAudio Aiva's sound quality worth the $100 price increase over the Sigva P-II'S? Or are we just spending more for aesthetics?
They are made by the same company. You are spending an extra $100 for aesthetics. They even admit it in the questions section on Amazon for the Sigva's.
@@coolwheelz5190 Thanks Coolwheelz!
Would it make more sense to compare for example Sennheiser HD 6xx to HD650 (or 660s)?
I don't get it, I thought you've said the 6XX is exactly a 650, why didn't you mention it?
Can someone help to categorise those 4 comparisons at a higher level language?
As an amateur I might be totally wrong but for instance I'll want to buy something from the HD800S vs SHP9500 for the soundstaging.
I'm planning to buy the HD58X and SHP9500.
But I'm not sure why I would want to get the M1060C or the Sundara/Edition XX.