Beyerdynamic DT-770 through Custom Cans (v3 acoustic mod and detachable cable). It’s the best pair of closed-back headphones I’ve ever owned both in terms of audio and build quality.
On the flip side is the AKG K240. I bought it because of its legendary status as a neutral open-back, but the bass and low-mids are crushed. The cheap knock-off Samson SR-850 smashes it to bits. Then I learned that Samsung bought and then murdered the original AKG in 2016 and use the brand name to peddle their cheap landwaste products. Fuck you, Samsung.
Seconding the samson SR-850. Fantastic budget ($35 usd when I purchased a few years ago) open back headphones. I would look into getting aftermarket ear cups, the stock cups hurt my ears with prolonged use.
Beyerdynamic DT-770 through Custom Cans (v3 acoustic mod and detachable cable). It’s the best pair of closed-back headphones I’ve ever owned both in terms of audio and build quality.
On the flip side is the AKG K240. I bought it because of its legendary status as a neutral open-back, but the bass and low-mids are crushed. The cheap knock-off Samson SR-850 smashes it to bits. Then I learned that Samsung bought and then murdered the original AKG in 2016 and use the brand name to peddle their cheap landwaste products. Fuck you, Samsung.
Seconding the samson SR-850. Fantastic budget ($35 usd when I purchased a few years ago) open back headphones. I would look into getting aftermarket ear cups, the stock cups hurt my ears with prolonged use.