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    Budget Circumaural Headset?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Ridley23, Jun 3, 2007.

  1. Ridley23

    Ridley23 Notebook Deity

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    I'm looking for a really good circumaural headset that are under preferably $40, under $30 would be even better. I like to have it all the way around my ears without looking too goofy. I'm going to be keeping them at the desk, since I have a great pair of earphones for when I'm jogging. Could anyone recommend me any good ones? I would appreciate it, since this is for the laptop I'm planning on purchasing. I plan on playing a lot of games, listening to a lot of music, and watching plenty of movies. :D

    Thanks for any help you can offer.

    EDIT: By the way, these are the only ones I have considered atm: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819103588&ATT=19-103-588&CMP=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r
     
  2. Kdawgca

    Kdawgca rotaredoM repudrepuS RBN

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  3. Ridley23

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    FREN Hi, I'm a PC. NBR Reviewer

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    I recommend a Sennheiser circumaural set. I have the PMX200, and I can't be happier with it. The original PX100 is also worth a look.
     
  5. Syndrome

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    I'd definately go with the Sennheiser PX100's I've had a pair of those for 2 years and I still love them to this day. They sound awesome, are light weight, and you can wear them all day long without them puttint pressure on your ears and hurting them.
     
  6. Ridley23

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    Yeah, I was looking at those. The PX100 look pretty darn cool, and it'd help since I jog a lot with my iPod. Thanks for the tips, guys!

    Is it even worth it to look at Wireless or even Bluetooth headphones, or should I steer away from those (price not including)?
     
  7. Syndrome

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    If your going to be doing alot of running and stuff with them then maybe you could try the PMX100 They are the same cups just a different band style, although I doubt they're as comfortable.
     
  8. Ridley23

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    Hmm... so with these, I don't have to consider buying speakers then...

    Makes me a little more comfortable knowing that they'll be multi-tasking headphones. ;)
     
  9. jetstar

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    I will also recommend the Sennheiser PX100. I've used them before, and they were pretty awesome.
     
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    apontnack Notebook Consultant

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