Best Studio Headphones under $100
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I tested the most popular studio headphones under $100 and let me tell you some of these are worth the money if you're starting out on a budget, or need a second pair of headphones for your studio. In this video and I'll share the pros and cons of each of these headphones for producing, mixing and tracking. I've even got the new headphones from KRK here. Let's get started with the cheapest headphones in this list.
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Great video as always. Oh, and the MDR 7506 actually HAVE changed the packaging. They come in a white box. If anyone goes to Guitar Center (my job, lol) ask for the new box if you want. We’re still putting the old ones out first until they’re gone 😂
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2. Semi Open geni.us/o1ycPQp
3. For Vocal Recording geni.us/v2Pz
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I just bought the A.T. M40x for mixing last night. They’ll be here on wensday
@@droopydraco8860 @SanjayC unfortunately M40x wasn't mentioned in the video instead of 20,30 and 50.. the 40 I think is the best cheapest one for mixing if we have to use headphones for that, and.. usually I choose Sony MDR7506 which very flat and not so comfy indeed although I like it for work,.. but it's earcup skin peeled off badly after few months
I owned the Shure 440s for a few years, until they got smashed by a rogue personal sound mixer on stage, and now I own the HD280 Pros. Both are great options! To me, the 280s have a little more warmth, and as mentioned are INCREDIBLE for sound isolation. I do miss my 440s though. I loved how balanced everything felt within them- as someone who plays three instruments that was really special for me!
Thanks for all your hard work - you're great!
Hi Trevor. Thanks for sharing your experience with the Sennheisers and Shures! Always love hearing from people who actually use it for their music work!
The 440s are awesome. The 280s sound nice but add too much bass so they are not good reference headphones.
I had so much fun shooting this video with you! GREAT JOB!!!
Excellent camera work!
Looks amazing!
I don't quite understand why EDM or bass thump production would make one go for headphones that emphasize bass. Would that not lead to a mix that has less bass if you compensate for what you hear?
Presonus HD9
I've been using Sony MDR-7506 headphones for years and years -- I own three pair (but can only find two for some reason). They seem to be a studio standard in these parts, too -- almost every control room I walk into in the area seem to have them. Build quality and sound seem to be really consistent over the decades. And, they're fairly comfortable -- I can use them for hours and hours on end without fatigue. I have had to replace the ear cups, but they lasted about 10 years before having to do it.
I own both AKG240 and Shure headphones. If youre into vocal recording AKG240 is way better. They never bleed out in my setup. Semi open design allow to hear yourself better when performing, giving your flow the tightness it needs. Its true they dont have a lot of bass but one could argue that none of these headphones can mix bass properly anyway. Shure headphones is a no go if you move a lot when recording vocals as their components make a lot of "skweek skweek" sounds, so much that one can barely hear himself singing. Its true Shure headphones sound good, so good that it actually hides off a lot of flaws in your mix and that makes polishing your mix impossible. Shure headphones is better when DJing as you want to protect your ears from undesired noise when performing live all night long.
Hey! Do you find the AKGs bleed the sound into the mic when recording vocals?
idk why those "inbetween" models are never mentioned like the ath-m40x or the bit higher priced beyerdynamics dt 880 pro haha i have both and i love them
I have the old srh440 and they are absolutely amazing for the price, from a sound pov. The build quality is just ok-ish though but that is expectable at this price point. I'm so curious now to test the new model to see what they improved.
I just adore your gear comparision and reviews. I just like using headphones but its more comfortable to use speakes. Cheers!
Glad you like them! Yeah I’m traveling and had to edit this video on AirPods. I miss my monitors so much right now.
We seem to be entering the Age of Façade. Things look like they used to but the quality is completely inferior. Electronics, instruments, SOCKS, ffs. Shrinkflation comes in many shapes.
I think that's true of the AKG headphones in this video.
Hopefully SRH440A have a better build quality than the older SRH440
It sure feels like its been built really well.
I have the M40X and now I'm wondering why they make so many models. I replaced the cups but they are still quite tight. Especially when I wear 🤓
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Shiv! Here for my Sunday video! What headphones are you using right now?
@@SanjayC beyerdynamic dt 770 pro
Of course!! Good!
what about Philips shp9500 and 9600?
A cupple days ago I decided I will buy the Audio Technica M40s or M50s however then some on said there bad for those who wear glasses like Me.
I'm not sure about that. Maybe we could hear from someone else who wears glasses and has tried them.
I have had the AKG K52 headphones for almost 3 years now and have been blown away. The sound quality is excellent with a wide soundstage and flat frequency response and the build quality is decent. they are fairly lightweight but they are super durable. I recently got some Beyerdynamic DT 900 PRO X headphones and I can confidently say that the AKG's sound quality and comfort (although they do have a very different 'feel' on your head) are on par. Definitely recommend for $30.
The AKG are known for the flat frequency response which to me is crucial during mixing! Definitely underrated
AKGs are shit waste of money
@Sanjay C I know this is off subject but what's the best studio monitors to get Yamaha 8 or Behringer Truth 8? I think I'm going with the Dt770 headphones I see a lot good reviews
I need headphones to monitor vocals and NOT BLEED into the microphone. Had my eyes on the senhieser 280. You confirmed the quality was better than akg and audio technica and you mentioned theyWONT BLEED. Just what I needed thank you for confirming my decision. I’ll get some higher end seinheisers to mix in the future
Samson SR850...seriously underrated. I noted they don't make a lot of lists, but great value for money.
@8:30 let's go!! I just got those beyerdynamic dt 770 pro headphones!! Thanks to u!! My unboxing video comes out in 3 hours!! I gave u a shoutout in the description.
Doing the lord's work, thank you so much! I'm headed into freelance voiceover work soon and looking to upgrade from my current open back studio headphones to a closed back pair for monitoring and editing. The 280s are currently my frontrunner but I feel like this opened up a few other doors for me as well!
If you looking some tests the AKG MK2 studio have the most "accurate" , "real" sounds reproduction of all without any drastic frequencies bumps . They are semiopen wich reflect in less bass frequency response compare to the others! My favourite budget headphones for listening to music and mixing .
I guess it's matter of taste;)
Ever heard of Superlux? I own 3 different headphones of them, the hd662f being the overall best in my opinion, hd681evo performing better in the lowend and hd660 pro 150 Ohms being very brilliant in heights and stage but lacking real sub bass. All of them under 50 bucks and a real no-brainer. Some of their mics are also worth having a look at (love the e205). Maybe a brand you could pick up some day. I'm not being paid by or do ad for them, just a user and fanboy by now :)
Superlux are the most underrated cans out there
i own the BeyerDynamic DT 770 Pro 250 ohm, would highly recommend!
Those are some of my fav ever
which headphones do you recommend for beatmakering???
Sennheiser. Make sure it’s one that’s wired (no Bluetooth!) and a closed back design. Closed back isolate more and don’t ’leak’ sound. Sennheiser headphones are available from affordable to really expensive and everything in between. The Sennheiser HD 280 Pro is a great and quite affordable wired headphones for producers of any kind. I don’t know your budget and/or what you can spend on great headphones so this option could be too expensive or you can spend some more on a pair of headphones. There are even great sounding Sennheiser headphones (wired) for less money. These are all from the HD line up. The HD200 Pro is even more affordable and also a great choice for beat making. I hope this is helpful.
Sanjay C Do you think it is ever possible to mix and master on a pair of wired earbud headphones from sony or other brand?
I never want to say "no." You should use whatever you have if you can't get something else. But I think even the $50 Audio Technicas from this list will be better in the long run.
@@SanjayC Thanks Sanjay.
Thank you so much for this video! Just in time, I really wanted a pair for my birthday.
🥳 Happy Birthday!!!🎉💕
I Use the Status Audio CB-1 Closed Back Studio Monitor Headphones.
Always great vids
Hey off topic, if I have a push, and ableton, is it redundant to get a keyboard like the oxygen or launchkey with all those features, should i just add a good feeling midi keyboard?
I won't have any fader sliders though, will that suck?
Sonar works ID reference- or something like that- will help your headphones get a flat response is you rly need it badly
Yes, it works. But I'll be honest...I have it but don't use it with my headphones too often. I've learned my favorite headphones very well, so I prefer the out-of-the-box sound.
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I have the Audio-Technica ATH-M30x that I got for the same price as the M20x. For my purpose, recording and listening to my bass, they sound really good! I’m happy with them 😁
The M30x headphones are loved by a lot of people. I think they're a great value as well.
Hey bro, i need a favor please. Had my M20x's for quite a few years and I am very happy with them but the pads on the cups have flaked and peeled quite a bit due to continued sweat exposure. Anyway will you please chec.k for the best place to get replacement pads for the ear cups
I own the sennheisers and the isolation is amazing. They’re my go to tracking headphones and then I mix on my studio monitors after.
I DJ with the Sennheiser hd 25s. Which model do you use for production? Just curious, I've recently begun my production journey and I'm in the market for a solid pair of headphones that I can use while scratching my head with confusion on Ableton😂
Hello Sanjay! How you doing?
Hey Cameron! I'm good, thanks for asking. How are you? How's the side-project going?
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Hey Sanjay what you think about
Akg k52.
Coming from a platinum selling sound engineer, I've owned 4 of these and 3 of them were crap. The Sony's have been go to's for decades now. Get them and an eq.
I bought the SONY MDR and the ATHM50 but I much prefer SONY headphones for mixing and mastering.
in what ways is the m50x better!
I personally use the dt880 pro 250 ohms and love them for mixing. For tracking I wanted to tried the presonus HD9 and I'm pretty disappointed.
I haven't tested the DT880s yet. I need to try all the headphones from Beyerdynamics
@@SanjayC they are truly amazing
Been using same pair of Audio Technica ATH-M30 for 15 years and super happy with it 😊
Is it durable?
After 15 years, they received a few kicks here and there in the studio and they still sound like brand new!
@@matdube3577 i want to buy a Bluetooth headphone for listening music, and watching movies. I want the best audio experience. And my head is little larger, so i want a bigger ear cups... Can you suggest a Bluetooth over the ear headphone under 10000 rupees...?
God Bless
Thanks Sanjay
What is the cheapest and best quality headphone for listening to the microphone?
HI Sanjay... How good are scarlett HP60 Mk3 compared to these?
Hi Anjunn, the Scarlett HP60 are identical to the headphones included with the Mackie and M-Audio bundles. They are decent headphones, but if you can get the Sennheisers or Shure headphones from this list, I think they're better.
@@SanjayC HI Sanjay.. I was confused between Beyerdynamic Dt 770 Pro 250 Ohm (INR 12K) or Audio-Technica Ath-M50X (INR 11K) I play instrument and little bit into Music Production. Which 1 should I get?
If I chose comfort over sound, I'd be using some PC speakers & not headphones.
Shure is the worst. Sound is just grazy bassy plur and build quality is not that great.
Aasha and I are eating breakfast and watching your videos. While we don't usually understand what you're talking about, we enjoy listening to you. 🤭 Much love xx
Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone are great
I've used them for a long time and really like them. Are those your main headphones?
@@SanjayC yes or some kali lp 6 monitors
Nice choices!!
Great video. Please make a higher end headphones video. (Neumann ndh 30, beyerdynamic dt 1990...)
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Hi which would be the best for digital pianos in ur opinion
Please Also Make a Video for Best Studio Monitors Under $300 for a Pair
Awesome video! Thanks!
Glad you liked it. Which headphones would you pick from this list?
You kind of touched on it, but the AKGs are good when you're working with someone. Passing the headphones back & forth isn't a problem with how it automatically fits to anyone's head. And you can hear them talking to you since they're semi open back.
Love that point. 👍🏼 I didn’t even think of that!
I use presonus hd9.
I am still trying to figure out also after many videos… is not only a question of money but of details. I bought beyerdynamic dt 770 pro 250 ohm thinking they were ULTRA GOOD but the sound using my Boss rc 505 mk2 was too low … I shipped back and i am still searching something normal… someone can maybe help? ⬇️
Superlux HD-681, the cheapest but still good one.
Drop + HIFIMAN HE-X4
Drop + HIFIMAN HE-R7DX (less good but closed)
but, the best : I bought my 1More Triple Headphone on Amazon on sale for 80 bucks. Sounds good out of the box, but is very keen to mods to flatten the response curve.
Thanks for the recommendations. I've never tried Superlux. I need to get them
@@SanjayC I assume some Koss ones could also be in the list like the kph40.
Oh man...I used to have some Koss headphones when I first started learning music production.
@@SanjayC these day they copy/paste by improving just a little, but the last models worth the try.
I just got my first dt 770 pro and I love them
What were you using before?
Cheap oneodio pro 10 headphones (too much bass and open back)
Yessss, M20x is my first buy... Love seeing it here. It is REALLY REALLY worth the money
Hi Pratit! I'm loving the M20x - great value for sure. Do you recommend any other headphones?
@@SanjayC I'm saving up for a Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro X... Or a 700 will do too once I hve the funds. But the Steven Slate VSX really caught my eye since that review you did. Do you think you can compare those headphones to the things they emulate, if you have them? Like how you did for the UAD Sphere mics?
I tested the Slates with some headphones I own and the emulation is really good. I would recommend them, but don't expect high build quality
@@SanjayC Ah. I'd rather go for the Beyerdynamics then. I splurge way too much on VSTs to keep buying new Headphones I need a one-and-done solid build till I'm earning enough to justify multiple purchases.
So if the audio technical 20s are flatter then the 50s wouldn’t that make them better for mixing ?
I'm confident to say that Phillips SHP9600 is a great value as well
Good to hear that!
Use the AKGs K181DJ for over 10 years and after all than hard use they still sounds best for my needs, have replaced the cable and the earpads a few times but the sound is still top
Awesome 😊✌️
Hey Sam! How are you?
Hey Sanjay, you're right about the Sony earcups. I've had my MDR 7506s for a couple years and I like the portability, but the earcup outer layer has started to tear apart.
HD280's are tight and uncomfortable? I am automatically disregarding everything you say now. My 280's are the most comfortable headphones I have ever owned. Period. You are totally wrong.
Im about tired of splitting hairs. Consumerism is dogshit. One thing I seen friends from shithole countries do is just simply use what they have and master it. An ex made a couple albums and got signed using an Akai MPK MINI MK1 and samson akg knockoffs. While I spent 20k creating a pile of dust and cables.
I think we should just look at what people from real poor places use and the result they get compared to our bloated gamers rocking the newest planner magic magnets.
I used the AKG 271 MKII closed ones for about 180€ about 12 years ago. But same as yours absolutly NO bass at all. And not very comfi after hours. I love the Feature that the sound goes automaticlly off when you take the headphones off. But i would never buy AKG again. My next one will cost a bit more...the DT900 Pro X...😜
At the moment im using the Superlux HD660 Pro for 49€...😁 Not that bad i have to say...i listened to more expensiv ones but they were crap compared to the Superlux. Im still learning with it because now i have more bass...not that much...but a bit more than flat. The overall sound is pretty nice for the price. Thinking about to get a second one...just in case. They are just good...👍
I know this probably sounds crazy but I use the stock apple corded earbuds that comes in the box when you buy an iPhone. I’ve used them for recording my music over the past few years and I’ve tired using other headphones but I don’t know if I’m just use to the apples or what but nothing seemed to take their place. For recording in my opinion they just seem to give you that correct sound so when I record something and then take the song to the car like we all do and see how it sounds I find I need to make less corrections with the apples then other headphones idk that’s just my opinion, I also use an M-audio interface and an akg condenser Mic which I think akg makes an insanely good microphone for beginners and even for professional use. My 2 cents
Beyerdynamic DT 240 PRO: portability, affordability, clarity.
I use xm4's but I value sound quality deeply so I was considering switching to the shure or senheiser. Wire is no problem I use my xm4 wired because of sound quality.
Hello Sanjay.. Have mpk 49 connected to power source and using Roland USB midi interface UM-ONE connection to Mac... because usb connection on back of mpk 49 stopped working. Now when I turn on Maschine mk2 the um-on shows as connection (not the words mpk49) . The keyboard wont make a sound.. any suggestions? SAME with ableton.. but it does say UM-ONE/mpk 49. but when I arm a midi track no sound
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The best Headphones that I used, but broke was AKG K 271BT. Unfortunately, the band is plastic! Nothing comes close to it
What is the best headphones for strictly vocals? For recording vocals and mixing vocals ( over a instrumental of course ) I don’t mind a nice heavy bass but I want to me able to hear the snare very well to keep timing with vocals. Any suggestions within this price range?
what did u end up choosing?? in the same predicament
Senheiser 280!!!!
@@juliuscesar7126I heard those are great for tracking vocals recording them but haven’t seen any real info as far as mixing goes .
Figured it out. Midi cables were connected wrong. goes..out-out/in-in.. had that bkwards. May help somebody.
I play bass and I use the AKG240 almost daily. It's the headphone that I plug into my amp and boy the response is bad. The clipping on the highs is crazy especially when I am using distortion(which I use a lot as I play metal) and the distortion is very high compared to bass cabinets.
Hi, any tips on the best headphones for picking up bass (even subbass?) and screams for like metal music studio work? I need something that can showcase bass sounds and high pitched sounds too. 🤔
Samson SR850... That thing maybe cheap but the sound that comes outta that thing... I comfortabke do mixes on them and have to do very very little when checking on monitors... The sound is amazing for the price
I had these newer revisions of the shure 440, the srh440A and they were bass monsters :) I definitely like the Senns more
its starting to become more like pc market where 10$ can make difference
loads of new names esp in iem market
Hello Sanjay.. Have mpk 49 connected to power source and using Roland USB midi interface UM-ONE connection to Mac... because usb connection on back of mpk 49 stopped working. Now when I turn on Maschine mk2 the um-on shows as connection (not the words mpk49) . The keyboard wont make a sound.. any suggestions?
The HD 280s have a crappy build. The pads and headband will need replacing every year or two. The ear pads literally disintegrated. At $25 for replacement pads and headband, your money is better spent up front on better headphones.
Thanks for your show/channel!
I’m on the market for some new cans, studio grade. Would you kindly educate me (or do a show I guess) on mid range quality phones that are available out there? Maybe the $400-$1000 category? Not true wireless, rather something that has the versatility that I can plug in when I need to [play on an airplane if I am travelling] as well as Bluetooth capable. If you have time for this thank you very much.
Great list at this price point.
Thank you, Acee!! You're the best!
For budget headphones why don’t you try out Austrian Audio? In my opinion it really good for tracking. For those AT headphones, it got a really serious sound bleed. Lastly I good to a studio which using this kind of AT headphones, there is serious sound bleed in the vocal tracks. It made me feel headache😭.
Before the birth of Austrian audio, I used 280PRO for tracking. It is not sounds bad and there is no sound bleed problem. However it’s ear cups easily be damaged.The Sony one got the same problems. If I got to work smoothly, I think I got have more than 5 pairs of the same headphones in my studio. However for there price range it is too heavy to have 5 pairs in my studio right🤣?
Currently I am running Hesh ANC in wired mode. It's a decent all around that I got for $60. Now they are going for $130.
I’ve been using hd280 pros for nearly 20 years…I love them! Super durable
Audio-Technica ATH-M40x are the best in mfr's lineup.
If you own a headphone for a year or longer, you will find that the crap leather or fake leather covering of the earpads will fall apart and the foam padding will decompose into foam dust. Those headphones with have cloth or nylon outer shell on the earpads are far less subject to early death and the foam pads underneath them are also more likely to last. The Sony headphone discussed is according to my own experience and many reviewers is an example of poorly done earpads which will fall apart.
MDR-V6 I had one that died and purchased another set. Can't be beat at the price, Yes 7506 they didn't change the packaging but who cars unlike the other brand which cheap out on the headphones, You only see the package once the headphone quality for as long as they last. I can live with an old package.
Hi sanjay, there is this studio headphone swiss army knife i found called the austrian audio hi-x25 BT. Could you share some thoughts on this headphone? It left a good impression when i compared it to my m50x
MDR7506 or ATHM50x for music production?
Very comprehensive guide to headphones. Thanks SanjayC!
Very informative review again - just I expect it from you, fellow! 🙂😉 I particularly like the frequency curves - please include them in every headphones and speaker review from now on. That would be great! I am just wondering why almost no reviwer from the US is including Supelux headphones (HD-660 Pro, HD-681 EVO, HD-662 EVO) from Taiwan when it comes to low-budget studio cans. Here in Germany they are quite popular.
I second the Superlux suggestion, the HD-681 Evo became my go to for everything except tracking as soon as I got them, over the ATH-M50X I was using before.
@pelennor DSP 👍🏼 Good to hear that I am not the only musician who likes them! 😊
Nice comparison for people with a tight budget!
I've got mine a couple years ago, a bit over a 100 bucks and one of your recommended options back then, the Beyer Dynamic DT 770 Pro but I'll soon look for open back headphones... since I can't really go over 3" monitors.
I'm thinking about the Ollo Audio S5X, maybe around spring/early summer, for mixing mostly, and keep using the BD DT 77O Pro for playing mostly.
Wow the Ollo looks interesting. Have you heard them before?
@@SanjayC Not yet, however seen rave reviews about them!
Can i use those for djing too?
Yes, you totally can. Get one that flips. I let you know which ones do in the video.
@@SanjayC cool! Thanks sometimes i would also use them for producing. Which one would you suggest?
I'm loving the Shure today...but the Sennheisers are excellent as well.
audiotechnica m40x and akg k92 , both very good (do them job)
Beyerdynamic Dt 770 pro is the best!!!
Hello, I'm planning to use either Audio Technica or the Shure headphones for recording/mixing/gaming/listening to music, but I'm wondering if they sound better than most GAMING headphones, and do they need an amp for it to sound great?
I think the AKG k 361 is also a good Choice for under 100$
Which one is good for karaoke apps? like smule and star maker I have shure mvi audio interface and mic but I'm searching for good headphones please give me your advice
Ill be forever running my pair of Sennheiser HD600. Now that I have them, I cant live without them anymore. (Ive been using them for 3 years daily now)