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post #1 of 22
5/3/10 at 7:41am
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I keep on breaking my headphones at the office, and I need some help finding something durable enough that I won't break while I listen to some podcasts.

I found a good deal on some Sennheiser HD 238s and even though they come with a two year warranty, I'm concerned how long they will last with that thin cord and my propensity to kill off headphones. In that case, I think I might just go with a Koss PortaPro because it has a lifetime warranty.

Or, are there any other better options out there?
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post #2 of 22
5/3/10 at 8:27am
Are you a forklift operator?? What office would you be listening to headphones in??
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post #3 of 22
5/3/10 at 11:48pm
Um3x.
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post #4 of 22
5/4/10 at 12:50am
Budget? Closed back/Open back?
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post #5 of 22
5/4/10 at 3:43am
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Originally Posted by ConcernedParent View Post
Budget? Closed back/Open back?

Budget- I can get the Senns for $50, and I'd like to stay in that area because I don't want to spend so much I'd worry about it disappearing at work. But, I'd pay more if it would make a difference in durability.

I'd guess I'd prefer the Open Back- I'm not concerned about sound spilling out and I want to hear if somebody comes in and needs something.
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post #6 of 22
5/4/10 at 3:42pm
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Are you a forklift operator?? What office would you be listening to headphones in??

lolololol. I work with headphones (in ear) almost all day at work. It's the only way to concentrate.
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post #7 of 22
5/5/10 at 11:22am
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Originally Posted by esquire. View Post

Or, are there any other better options out there?

I am sure we are of different generations, but for the sake of your career/advancement wear no headphones at work. Nothing you are listening to on them is more important that what you may hear and appearing open to conversation.

Try going a week without them and see what you notice.
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post #8 of 22
5/5/10 at 4:07pm
Grado SR60i.


I use them while studying at the library -- 6-8 hours a day. They are open-back, but that doesn't matter unless you are in a very noisy environment or listen to your music extremely loud.

The stock foam is a bit uncomfortable after long periods, but you can upgrade to the SR80 foam for somewhere around $12.
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post #9 of 22
5/5/10 at 7:31pm
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Originally Posted by LucasCLarson View Post
Grado SR60i.


I use them while studying at the library -- 6-8 hours a day. They are open-back, but that doesn't matter unless you are in a very noisy environment or listen to your music extremely loud.

The stock foam is a bit uncomfortable after long periods, but you can upgrade to the SR80 foam for somewhere around $12.

Great sound... but not all that durable. The parts are real flimsy.
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post #10 of 22
5/5/10 at 7:53pm
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Great sound... but not all that durable. The parts are real flimsy.

Really?

I haven't had a problem with them in the 6 months that I've owned them. I've only read good things about their long-term durability. For $80 they are the best you can buy. If you keep them at the office, there is no reason for them to have a heavier construction. They are bottom-end audiophile phones--which means they are for personal, in-home/office use. If you are exposing them to any sort of activity that will put their durability on the line, you're far better off getting in-ear buds or a cheap set of on-ears.

My $.02

If you have a higher budget, look at Beyerdynamic. Made in Germany. Solid construction and incredible sound for the money.
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post #11 of 22
5/5/10 at 7:58pm
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Really?

I haven't had a problem with them in the 6 months that I've owned them. I've only read good things about their long-term durability. For $80 they are the best you can buy. If you keep them at the office, there is no reason for them to have a heavier construction. They are bottom-end audiophile phones--which means they are for personal, in-home/office use. If you are exposing them to any sort of activity that will put their durability on the line, you're far better off getting in-ear buds or a cheap set of on-ears.

My $.02

If you have a higher budget, look at Beyerdynamic. Made in Germany. Solid construction and incredible sound for the money.

Under normal use there should be no problems. But the casing, headband, etc... are light and flimsy and probably wouldn't survive being tossed around or accidentally sat on.
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post #12 of 22
5/5/10 at 8:02pm
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Originally Posted by LucasCLarson View Post
Grado SR60i.


I use them while studying at the library -- 6-8 hours a day. They are open-back, but that doesn't matter unless you are in a very noisy environment or listen to your music extremely loud.

The stock foam is a bit uncomfortable after long periods, but you can upgrade to the SR80 foam for somewhere around $12.

You wear Grado's in a Library? They are SUPER open. Unless you have the volume down super low, I don't know how those around you wouldn't be disturbed.
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post #13 of 22
5/5/10 at 10:43pm
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You wear Grado's in a Library? They are SUPER open. Unless you have the volume down super low, I don't know how those around you wouldn't be disturbed.

The first time I used them I checked to make sure they wouldn't be loud for those around me. Actually, others around me can't even tell that I'm listening to music through them.

I wouldn't say I listen with the volume crazy low, but definitely at a level where I can be productive. The volume usually sits at the forth tick on my mac.

Do either of you have Grados?
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post #14 of 22
5/5/10 at 10:46pm
i fired a kid for this.

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Originally Posted by Jodum5 View Post
lolololol. I work with headphones (in ear) almost all day at work. It's the only way to concentrate.
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post #15 of 22
5/5/10 at 10:58pm
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