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BIFL over ear headphones? (lemmy.world)

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I'm looking for some BIFL over ear (wireless Bluetooth, since I'm always breaking the wires by accident) headphones.

I haven't had much luck with the earbud things. They're always falling out unless I put them in real well. I want something you can just put in and forget about. Something good for working in the field, running, etc.

It's annoying to have a pair of headphones you really like, only for them to break around the two year mark. Seems like nothing lasts these days.

I'd be willing to pay up to $200, but do tend to buy most things used.

Thanks.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

That’s difficult to recommend. If wired were okay, I would say go with a pair of Sennheisers. They make replacement parts for purchase and some models have removable cables. I’ve had a set of Sony 1000m3’s that i gave to my kid and they have help up well for several years. We had to replace the pads once, and the batt doesn’t last as long as it used to, but they aren’t bad. They aren’t $200 though.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

I don't mind using wired, guess the main problem is if it's able to withstand the occasional jerking/dropping out of my pocket. Any particular sennheiser model you recommend, or just any I can get my hands on?

I actually just had a pair of Sony WH-1000XM3 that lasted me a while, but just broke. The body itself has been falling apart in more and more places. Better than most I've had, anyhow. I'm gonna try to repair it for the 3rd time, but its time is limited now. RIP.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I have the 660s, but you can find the 6xx’s new or used in your price range. The body is plastic, but it holds up really well. I have dropped mine about a dozen times on a hardwood floor and they look brand new. These are not pocketable though. Someone might have a better recommendation for that need/want. The 500 range does not have a detachable cable to my knowledge, but otherwise are nice headphones as well.

As an alternative to the 1000xm3’s, you can check out the Bose 700’s. I gave my pair to my other kid and she has been using hers for a long time without issues. Battery is always going to be the limiting factor for BT headphones.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

https://drop.com/buy/massdrop-sennheiser-hd6xx

I've had these for years, they're fantastic.

They are open though. Nice headphones and portability aren't usually things that go together.