The Best Headphones Under $50: Superlux 681 & Superlux 668B
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I have been using the superlux Hd681 for 6 years and they are STILL GOING STRONG, good stuff
Is the bass clear and crisp like no distortion, especially when playing fortnite lol explosions were painful on my jvc 330
I really like when you do videos on Good budget vids like this. I have been looking for a great pair of headphones and this is perfect.
Great review, thank you. I watched it at 50% speed with subtitles and kept stopping it to digest it all, and I am almost sure I got a good portion of what was bring said here about them. Thanks again.
I personally love the variety of videos you guys produce especially The Tek. I would love to hear your input on a cheap cardioid condenser mic.
This video basically showed me everything I need to know. Thanks
Just got the Superlux hd668b and can say that they are now my favorite headphones. They simply cannot be beat at the price point they are offered at. I recommend getting some velour pads though (I will be soon) because the pleather (?) pads that come with them make them very hot for extended listening periods. Highly recommend these headphones!
Pulled the trigger on these from your review, thanks!
Love that you have just as much a headphone passion as I do, Logan. If you haven't already tried them, the HD280 Pro is what I would define as pretty damn close to flat. Their high extension isn't as good as other headphones though. You should check out the Shure SRH440, they're also very flat but their low frequency extension isn't as great. More comfy though.
I'm so glad I found this video. Because of this video I picked up a pair for $40, and I am absolutely loving them. Once you play with the EQ a bit they really come alive. I find dropping the high treble bands slightly and boosting around 1k really helps. Hopefully they last.
+UnchainTheNight1 about which ones you talkin about
HD 668B. Sorry, forgot that highly critical and obvious detail haha.
I have had a pair of 681's for 2 years now and have recently upgraded to the audio technica ath m-50x. The 681's sound great for the money. One thing that I have noticed is that the ear cups are a little bit uncomfortable and the sound is VERY bright. Other than this they have good frequency response and are an overall great sounding pair of headphones and I would totally recommend these for anyone looking for headphones under $50.
I bought mine (HD681) in 2012 and now in 2022. Still going well apart from the scratches like pads.
Great review. Subscribed.
Great! Cant wait to get them (668b). Thanks
btw Was also looking for sennheiser, but many cheaper models have really thin and undetachable cable which doesnt last long as users say.
I just bought the 668Bs and I'm impressed. The bass is actually more punchy even than my $150 Audio-Technica ATH-A700s. They don't creak and make loud noises when putting them on or off. They also don't leak that much sound even though they are semi-open. The sound stage is very acceptable for FPS gaming. All those little sounds have accurate direction.
is there any way you could give an update on their durability after all these years?
I find it weird your video from 7 years ago has far better production than your current ones.
Great review. Thks.
I think i've found my next headphones ! thanks Logan ;)
Got a pair of the 688Bs for Christmas and daaaaaamn do the sound so much better than the shitty Logitech headset/mic I was using before. Definitely really open, so the external noise is nuts, but for the quality I can deal with it. Didn't see the overpowering highs like a lot of other people have been mentioning.
Ill Clinton which Logitech headset were you using?
I can recommend the whole superlux brand, I've got the HD 661's which are very good, my friend has the 668B's and is also very satisfied. If you doubt them just give them a try, but I guarantee you won't be dissapointed
Nice review, I've been thinking of getting a superlux to review for my own channel.
I've been pondering over getting either the 681 or 668B for months now... this video is so pleasing to watch, knowing all my research paid off! Now I've got to get myself a pair!
Woth the upgrade from 668B -> Sennheiser HD 518?
i have been wondering for a while now: what mic is logan using? it sounds über amazing
Roland R-26
D4rkR3bel 500$ ._.
D4rkR3bel thx man
I love gaming Headphones,mouses and keyboards!Great video!
Thank a lot dude..very appreciate
yayy! poor peoples option! thank you!
one tip tho, when you are reviewing and comparing more than one product, you could somehow have some visual cue as to which one your talking about like a photo in the corner so that I dont have to sort out the model numbers in my head as I go.
The stock earcups aren't very good on the 668b's but just spend $7 more on Amazon and get cosmos velour/velvet cups and then you can beat these under $50. I'm saying this after buying both the 668bs and cosmos replacement cups. definitely reccomended
+Random Ryan they are so amazing especially considering the price. these are also my first pair of really good headphones.
link?
+Random Ryan, damn can't seem to find them on Amazon UK as i need to buy from there :(
have you got them yet? are they any good?
***** sweet! I'm probs going to get them then! Thx
I`ve had 668B for about 2.5 years now and I could not be more pleased with them. Sound is excellent and comfort in extended use is good as well. I did replace the original pleather pads with AKG velour pads, which makes them more comfortable to wear, but everything else is stock.
These headphones have been dropped on hard floor dozens of times with no ill effect as well, so durability is also quite good in my experience. Tremendous value for the money.
Thanks for the video on these logan. I've been wanting to get some headphones to listen to music with on my PC that isn't a gaming headset so I might drop the money on these since they are so cheap but the value is very good from what you say. I'll get the 668bs
I got the 668B and it is by far the best pair of headphones ive ever used.
Stuart Hall y tho?
i would also like to know.
@@Daniel-gz1nf Well, a lot has changed over 4 years. I currently own a pair of Sennheiser HD58X Jubilees. Absolutely fantastic headphones for the money.
@@stuarthall5271 would you still recommend the superluxes for the price, after listening to higher-end headphones?
SuperLux HD 668B vs CREATIVE AURVANA LIVE? any suggestion?
I've been using the 668B as a monitor for actually making music (keyboard, vocals) since 2010 or so and they are just brilliant. I had one pair fail on me after a while (rather a long one), but got new on warranty -- no problems what so ever with those. I can strongly recommend!
For gaming they are alright, although I prefer something lighter and more "open".
I have had the 681's for six months or so, and they have made me happy. I also found some velour pads on ebay for like ten bucks. So worth it.
New camera? Even at 480p things are looking very clear and light.
I believe it's just different lighting. This footage looks way more like that out of a DSLR than all of their other footage does.
old video ...but anyone compare hd681b or hd681evo vs hd668b before?
merruJANAI Yea i belive you can find it by a quick google search
great video!
THANKS SO MUCH. I have been looking at the Superlux 668B for so long and am about to buy it. Ive been looking at it for 3 months considering buying it for gaming but have been looking for someone besides people on the forums to say something about it.
Buy the HD681 EVO instead, it costs 50$ but it has a much smoother treble that will not cause you fatigue.
So how do these compare to Creative headsets in this price range like the Tactic 3d alpha?Just wondering because i have those but one of the sides broke so i'm thinking of buying a new set.
*****
Right,but he didnt mention anything about the ones i have and from what i understand these are very good value for money aswell.
***** I was just about to ask. Thanks :]
I can say from personal experience that the Tactic 3D Alphas are glorified subwoofers.
***** Any headset under $100 he said.....
That statement is just not true. The Grado Sr60 is just better in every way (except isolation). In addition, you might also consider the Koss Pro DJ200 for something more portable.
I bought the 668B's about 5 months ago for $47, and I don't regret it at all.
(Disclaimer: I enjoy good audio, but I'm not what most audiophiles call an audiophile.)
The sound is the best I've ever heard from anything at this price, I only have 1 and 1/2 complaints
My first problem with these headphones is their durability. After about one week of use, I had them sitting on my desk one day, went to move my chair, and they caught the arm and fell about 3 feet onto the floor. When I picked them up, they had 2 cracks in them, one on each of the bars that go around the top of the headphones.
The second problem is moot, but some people don't like the pleather earcups or the pleather alien probes at the top of the headphones. I personally didn't mind the alien probes, but It does get kindof uncomfortable after wearing them for about an hour. Final verdict: Buy the headphones, and get some Velour earpads to go with them. 8/10, well played, China :)
I love these headphone vids
Just got the 681s. Really impressed with the sound. Crappy build, above average comfort. But very neutral and still dynamic. They sound great.
How do either of these two match up against the Audio Technica M40x? I'm planning on using them for music listening and very amateur music projects on GarageBand.
I don't know what's the sound signature of the m40x, but I do know the sound signature of the m50x so that might be helpful. Reply if you want me to tell you the differences between the m50x and Superlux cans.
If I had to give you numbers as an idea of how the signature sounds, with 0/10 being having no bass, 5/10 being flat or neutral, and 10/10 being having overwhelming bass, I'd say that for bass...
the m50x's would be a 7/10
the Superlux 668B would be around 5.5 to 7.0
Treble on the other hand, m50x's treble is a little underwhelming like at a 3
with the Superlux's at a 7.
love the first 10 seconds
Great review, wanna buy the 668b 😊
Nine years later and I just replaced my two year old Superlux HD-681 EVO headphones with another set of Superlux HD-681 EVO, because they still remain some of the best value under $50 even in 2023. 😁
Hi the Superlux 681 still recommended in nearly 2020? Im looking for nice headphones for gaming and casually music/youtube
This is still recommended. The best sounding budget headphones with great soundstage. Superlux HD681 non-EVO version or the red one.
Great for gaming and music, because near flat bass, almost flat mid, and boosted treble to help you to find clipping or distortion in music.
@@syahmim2897 I have had 4 pairs of 681 evo. Sadly, every broke the same way - cable comming from left panel.
Have you tested AKG k240? How do they perform in comparision to those superluxes?
Can anyone inform me precisely if the Superlux 681's pads are made of real or synthetic leather?
Uhm I paid 32€. Do you think that comes with leather pads included? Pretty unlikely right. To answer your question: Yes, it is definitely artificial leather.
Ni De Thanks, friend.
umcarainteressante
No problem. I hope i didn't seem unfriendly. I was just joking a little bit.
Bought a pair of 668B for £30 and they are very good, slightly sharp highs, but a nice amount of bass (maybe slightly on the loud side), and a nice fit. Thanks for your review, best £30 I have spent on headphones!
And FWIW I am comparing them to my HD650s using a FiiO E07K amp.
To anyone interested, try adding extra wire between pads and the cans, it will add time for lower frequency fill the gap and will blend in better with mid and hi, as pushing the driver further the ears. Also, try adding filter cloth to front of the driver to lessen the hi frequency.
Did this from the start, it has better improve soundstage, balance and you feel like your listening to two set of speaker with subwoofer, the reverb and delays are clean, it blends well with treated room. the games audio are immersive.
Has anyone got the HD 681's if so are they any good for gaming and listening to music?
YES!!!!!!!!!! I got mine 4 months ago and am actually amazed at the sound they produce, I gave my $200 headphones to my nephew and kept the 681's that says alot
They're nice. I got the B's, which are more balanced, I still found the treble a bit too bright though.
Devildriver187 how about the bass?
As far as I'm concerned, not being a basshead, the HD681 has far too much bass. I find the HD681F (F= Flat) model to be far better. All that bass in the HD681 spills over and distorts the mids.
I'm sorry Linus, I was forced to was TS, you didn't have a video for these :P
+Jake Methner Haha, same here
Was looking for a gaming headset a year ago, almost bought siberias, read some audiophile forums, ended up with 668B, sockmoded them and I love them. Great for many uses, good for gaming, music production, voicechatting.
Great review. I rly need advice :) Should i buy Superlux 681 or Steelseries Siberia V2 ? Which sounds better?
Inn 2019 these are still the best headphones under 100 bucks
Shp9500 is way better
@@Juamacao2503 Hi, I own the HD680, will the SHP9500 be an upgrade for me?
Do a comparison to the ATH-M50s
lol I was just about to ask the same thing
Just recently picked up a pair of 681s brand new from Thomann in Germany for the equivalent of $20. An absolute steal.
681
try 681 f over the 681b no spikes change your ear cups take out the spounge in the lux hollow ear cups big time upgrade
I'd love to see a video doing an audiotest of multiple attachable mic's like the Zalman and Antlion Modmic's.
Just buy the Superlux HD681 EVO for crying out loud! It's a Superlux HD681 with a removable cord and smoother (more bearable) treble. The price is 50$. The treble on the Superlux hd681 will cause physical pain, so don't buy them for the love of everything holy!
i have the 681 evo and they are damn amazing with the velour pad.Glad i skipped turtle beach and bought this headphone with the atr2500 mic
aizatader umaga What's the inner diameter with the velour pads? I'm sick of my old steelseries 3H (cheapos) clamping on my ear. Measured my ear height/length to about 6 cm, so will my entire ear fit inside the velour without any clamping on it? Cheers!
The inner diameter is 5cm which is stupid because the headphones are huge and no adult human being has ears smaller than 5cm. Plus the headband clamps hard in some areas and feels loose in other places. Long story short: the ergonomics are terrible. That being said, I can still wear them for 1~2 hours no problem.
Chupick Nicolas Thanks for the quick reply, appreciate it :)
Guess I'll have to look further then, comfort is priority one for my next HPs. Maybe I'll have to bite the apple and pay out $200-400 for some comfy beyerdynamics - or at least they look very comfy, gotta go test at a store.
Glenn Kristian Saue I own a pair of DT-880 Pros. They're the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. I frequently forget I'm wearing them and will get up out of my computer chair without taking them off first. If you decide to go for some DT-880s, I would recommend hitting up Ebay. You can pick up a pair of the Premiums for $240. That's hardly any more expensive than a pair of the Pros. Just remember that you'll need a Headphone AMP if you get a pair with a higher output impedance. I picked up a FiiO E10 DAC/AMP since I bought the 250 ohm 880s. However, they do sell a 32 ohm version which doesn't need an AMP.
im in the 2016 hehehe, are these headphones still the best for -50$???
Absolutely.
+kyle kelsch What about Soundstage? 3D sound?
+Eternal Power They are semi open cans and have a nice large soundstage. 3D works well.
+kyle kelsch Too many numbers to chose from 668 681 668 669 681 Evo, 662, 662 Evo. FUCK
It's been 2 years since I have my pair of HD-668B, still awesome. BUT, you want clean and deep basses, you have to have something powerfull enough to power, what I mean is :
-If I listen music with my smartphone (which by the way kinda old now (2 years)), at high volume, there is distortion in the basses and a bit in the trebles. Even some PCs (school) can't fully drive the basses at top volume.
-If i listen music with a "dedicated" hardware like an MP3, at full volume, basses are just gorgeous and sooo deep, with no distortion.
So there you go ! Best headphones under 50$, maybe at even 40 or 30$ in some places.
PS : I listen something like 3 hours of music daily, which may not seem much, but 3 hours daily, for 2 years, every single day and yet, the 1m and 3m cords are brand new, and so is the headset : not a single repair, but I'm considering changing the pads, which are getting a bit old and scratched.
I have a Plantronics Gamecom 680 Headset.
Was only about 60 dollars (AUD) and for the money they are fantastic! Very comfortable, well adjustable, and the sound is excellent.
Definitely recommend them.
my 668B s have just arrived, they are really good, it's one of those golden products that have the best quality/price ratio, really rare
Don't buy the Superlux HD681 (the ones with the red stripes), I had a pair, they are harsh and trebley as hell, like really really really unpleasant in the high frequencies. I have the Superlux HD681b now and they are great, same price but balanced sound (that ''b'' is for balanced).
+18francesco18 You can put some paper towel or thicker foam in them if you can't stand the highs
I found better ones: Takstar Hi 2050
Yeah, but cost 30bucks more.
+Aga Bartek I have a Arc SHP-80, that its a Hi 2050 rebrand, and its and awesome headphone and cheaper than HD681.
+Bartek i have both and i must say: superlux are better for games and takstar are better for music
+Bartek I have both. The Takstars are better for music and probably slightly better overall but the Superlux HD668B are better for gaming because they have a better sound stage.
Sending the Tek some love for the UK!!!!!!!
Im glad to see some affordable stuff
first
nah jk dont start a riot on me.
The headphones just arrived today, and I tell you, it sounds MUCH BETTER than my sennheiser 4.40. For flac music and fps games is amazing
What camera do you use for the videos? The lighting is bright and crisp.. Have you done a video on what you use?
It's all natural light, that's the only secret.
I guess sometimes you can't beat the sun
could you possibly do a review on the sennheiser HD8 DJ headphones, im considering buying them and i would like to know what you think of them before i pull the trigger
Got the 668 and added the AKG velours, brought up the comfort level and made them sound a bit more open. Tried damping the highs with tissue etc but didn't sound good, the pad swap was enough for me. Comfort wise they're pretty much a match for my Beyerdynamic dt250 but lighter all round. Well impressed for the price.
yea i take my akg ear cups off broken akgs put them on super lux take out that much to thick sponge screen that muffles the sound and sound becomes more airy and much better ear phone sound Wize sound like akg ear cups come round or oval always save the cups and put on new set as your used to that feal on your ears already
@@joemom1012 one of the akg velour pads has just started to split at the stitching in the inside of the ear but that was my own fault trying to adjust the pad. it doesnt annoy me so i just leave it, ill eventually replace them though.
I got the 668B a couple years ago and I'm very satisfied with their sound. I'm not into the high quality audio scene , but for me as the average consumer these headphones met all my expectations. They aren't the most fashionable, but for just at home playing games or for music they are better than most that you can get for $40.
Just received them a few seconds ago. I just love them.
Nice, first you introduce my mic and now my head phones =)
I personally think the 681 have a too high clamping force but after a year it is perfect.
I just ordered these and bookmarked some pages on mods based on you guys showing them to us. I bought some beyers, too, but returned them because the clamping force was just too much (the pro, I think I got?)...But since it's for gaming and those things see use, I'm gonna try these ones. They're easily replaced.
Awesome! :D
for games such as battlefield 4 and music such as rammstein and some techno,wish one do you suggest?
I actually own the 668B cans and the sound quality is very clear, I like the bright sound aswell. They are a lil bit uncomfy though, I will order a pair of AKG 240's velour pads for them, I heard it's much more comfy with those.
Hi there,
nice and informativ video man, thx a lot.
Yesterday I heard me through a lot of headphones (phil collins - easy lover, over and over again to get those little differences) and the hd668b, where in my top3.
After comparing I didn't like those AKGs K701 or 702 (for me, very much too high, nearly not noticing the E-Bass line) or Beyerdynamics 880 Pro, 990 Pro (for me, not clear enough, a bit dull, especially with the E-Bass line from the song) not very much.
Unfortunatly i couldn't compare those superlux to Philips Fidelio X2 or the Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X. So, my big question here, if u don't mind, where u ever able to compare those 3? Or do u have any thoughts about it?
thx
ps.: I want headphones for music and gaming via a Fiio E10K Olympus
I still love the headphone videos :D
Looks pretty cool.
How would you say the soundstage of the 668Bs are compared to the 518s or the 558s? These are the three I am mainly looking at to buy.
hmmm, just saw two of your videos where you recommend these superlux headphones. for under $50, might buy them. currently have the audio technica athm30x and want something with a little more bass and open back
which is better for music production in your opinion, of course?
Saw this just in time for the Massdrop release!
are the 668B feasible for computer listening or do they need an headphone amp?
I'm in the UK and i bought a £20 pair of headphones. They are Logitech Dj Style over ear headphones (Tesco LOL) and they are fantastic
What brand of jacket are you wearing, Logan?
Great video. I suggested you to test Superlux headphones in your last headphones video and in glad to see that you are able to test not so expensive products.
I use both of them for PC gaming with Zalmann Mic-1 micro.
I never used better "headset" before then this combo.
Used the 681-B with the Zalmann Mic for 2 years. Great combo. Now i've got the 681-EVO, which are even better than the standard 681
Pupul1992 What can you tell me about the 681-EVO? I ordered mine a few days ago off Amazon and it shipped just now. I'm pretty excited. My puppy chewed up Shure SRH240A headphones which are $60.
I have also Evo version - for me its more comfortable and the set have also velour ear pads.
Sound is almost the same, u have at Evo better isolation from external sounds.
Sorry for the late answer, but i guess better late than never. I tested the EVO's for some time now. They are really comfortable with the velour pads. The detachable cable is awesome, i have the long cable at my desktop and i simply switch to the short one for mobile use. What i don't like is the sound. Compared to the 681-B they are missing the mid's and high's. They are simply not as clear as the standart ones. (It's really hard for one of ze germanz to explain how they sound, or at least for me :D). They are still awesome headphones for that price, it's just a personal preference.
I love them. They are more comfortable than my DT 770 Pro. Mainly because they are lighter and semi-open. The only con are plastic ear pads causing sweat in the skin contact area.
NOW YOU MAKE THIS!!! I just ordered a pair of the TekNmotion UnderGround London TM-LONDs. Oh well. Good video still.
What are your personal thoughts on the takstar HI-2050s Logan? I purchased a pair for myself, and while they don't stand up to my HD558s, they're definitely well worth $43 USD.
I used the 681 for about a year and I have to agree, the best bang for you buck (I only paid 20 €). Very nice sound and comfortable. One thing I didnt like was the leather pads. What I would suggest is getting a set of akg velour pads and replace those. Then you got the perfect pair of headphones in that price range.
Bought them 7 years ago (hd668b) and still work, use them to play guitar on plugins like Neural DSP etc. and listening music on them, for that price theyre a no brainer, hard to find anything better in that price point
Which one of these two is better? I want to order one of them.
Can anyone tell me? Because I am super confused on which headphones to buy. I narrowed my selection to sennheiser hd-202, monopeice hd djs and superlux 668b. If anyone could help then I will appreciate it. Thanks
I have the Superlux 681 Evo and they're pretty great for their value.
how do you like the evo's compared to these, i find them to look much better and to come with better ear pads.
been looking for a good set of 'stupid' cheap headphones for a while, cheers for the review!
What do you think about gaming on hd668b.
How about ath ad500 and hyperx cloud??
Please reply. Gaming is main preference here.
How would you compare the 668B to Sennheiser HD439? I can get them both around same price.
Heard nothing but good things about these headphones. My next purchase for sure, might even get a pair now for when my current cans break.