Best wired headphones under $100
- Minu Dilanka
- Jul 1, 2018
- 1 min read
The Sony MDR-7506 headphones, a longtime choice of audio professionals and the unanimous favorite of our listening panel, offer better sound plus more reliability and comfort than many headphones twice their price.
Who this is for: Great for any listener (or for musicians, podcasters, or recording enthusiasts) who wants a very accurate set of headphones. They’re affordable and put your hard-earned cash toward great sound quality rather than extras like Bluetooth or noise cancelling.
Why we like it: The MDR-7506 headphones have been a recording-studio and live-audio mainstay since being introduced in 1991. Not only do they provide a neutral sound across all frequency ranges, but they also give you a better sense of space and dynamics in your music than many options twice the price. They’re durable, comfortable, and reliable, and a great value at under $100.
Flaws but not dealbreakers: Although the long, coiled cable is practical for studio use, you can’t swap it out for a standard shorter cord with a remote and a mic for mobile-device use. You also won’t be accused of being a trendsetter in the MDR-7506 headphones, as they’re professional-looking, not stylish.
Cable style: Coiled (9.8 feet) with 3.5 mm and removable ¼-inch adapter
Warranty: 90 days
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