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best headphones for rock/metal at 500-700rs.

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Abhishek Asole Original post #1
Oct 2, 2012 at 10:40 PM
Hi, i am new to this forum, i am thinking of buying a new pair of headphones. My budget is around 500-600.
with 100-150 bucks either way.
I mostly listen to Rock,hardrock,metal and classic rock/metal.
i need the headphones to be highly rich on the lower scales,ie bass.
but bass must not overpower the vocals n leads.
i am attracted to the Sennheiser MX170 & soundmagic es18.
though i am more inclined to the mx170,coz of their reported rich bass.
but please suggest me sum better models if there are other than these!!
audiophilic
Oct 2, 2012 at 10:57 PM
Hey Mate,

Are you looking for a decent upgrade? What earbuds are you currently using? The stock?
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Oct 2, 2012 at 11:12 PM
yup m using the stock nokia headphones on a 5233 and the ipod shuffle!!
red dragon
Oct 3, 2012 at 11:51 PM
Get a pair of JVC Marshmallows from Pristinenote.But do not expect anything magical with your sources.