Archives for June 16, 2017

Used AK Beyerdynamic T1p for $424 + S&H

We already mentioned that the new condition AK Beyerdynamic T1p is on sale for $550 at Adorama, but you have more options if you are comfortable with used condition!

But if you are comfortable with USED headphones, as of the time of writing, they have two used options at Adorama. One is “Used – Excellent Plus” going for $424 + S&H, while another is “Used – Demo” going for $474 + S&H. Shipping starts around $10 and varies by zipcode.

Used Astell & Kern PAF11 Headphone Amplifier for AK380 Media Player for $514 + S&H

If you already have the Astell&Kern AK380 Media Player or if you are planning to buy it, you can get the A&K PAF11 Headphone Amplifier in “Used – Excellent Plus” condition for $514 plus shipping ($10+) at Adorama.com. This is only the headphone amplifier module. The digital audio player is NOT included (it costs a LOT more).

The above link has spaces in it. In case your browser’s can find it, here’s the Search Results link. Supplies are limited, so when they run out, you won’t see it in the search results or the product page.

Used Beyerdynamic T5p for $549 + S&H

It’s Tesla time! The Beyerdynamic T5p headphones are offered in “Used – Excellent Plus” condition for $549 plus shipping at Adorama.com. The lowest shipping price is around $10 to $12 depending on zipcode. Note that of the original accessories, they are missing the extension cable and the 1/4″ adapter!

NOTE: the above link has spaces in it which may confuse some web browsers. You can also locate it by looking at the Beyerdynamic Search Results which does not have spaces in the url.

As usual, note that used supplies are typically limited.

Powerbeats 3 bluetooth earphones for $140

The new condition white color scheme of the Powerbeats 3 bluetooth earphones is back on sale again, going for $140 with free shipping at Amazon by Amazon actual with a limit of up to three units per customer. The other colors either go for more or they are not available. This is a sale or price-match, not a lightning deal.

More Audeze headphones on sale at Adorama

In addition to the previously mentioned new condition Audeze LCD-2 (Aluminum and Lambskin) planar-magnetic over-ears on sale again for $699 with free shipping for a limited time at authorized dealer Adorama.com, they have a few more Audeze headphones on sale as well:

+ Audeze LCD-2 (Shedua) and iFi micro iDSD for $995

+ Audeze LCD-3 Planars + iFi PRO iCan amp for $2300

+ Audeze LCD-4 with iFi PRO iCAN head-amp for $3995

+ Audeze LCD-4 with iFi PRO iCAN head-amp and iFi Pro Series iESL energiser for $5000

Father’s Day Headphone Deals

There’s a number of good deals that flew off the front page of the blog, which is a sign that we need to have a “deal summary” post! And with good reason, Dads and Grads season is a good time for headphone purchases. So without further ado, here we go…

LATEST UPDATE: June 17 in 2017 at 2:19pm ET…

FREE IN-EARS with OVER-EAR/ON-EAR PURCHASE

+ FREE Master & Dynamic ME03 In-Ears with the purchase of select M&D MW-series and MH-Series headphones at B&H Photo
+ see also detailed post on this offer

OVER-EARS

+ Blue Microphones Lola Over-Ears for $137 at Amazon actual

+ Audeze LCD-2 (Aluminum and Lambskin) for $699 at Adorama
+ there’s also a few more Audeze bundles on sale starting at $995

+ Used condition Astell & Kern Beyerdynamic AK T1p Semi-Open Headphones for $424 + Shipping at Adorama
+ Astell & Kern Beyerdynamic AK T1p Semi-Open Headphones for $550 at Adorama

+ AKG K550 Mark II for $90 at Harman Audio

+ HIFIMAN HE-400i for $250 by various thru Amazon, and alternate listing

ON-EARS

+ HIFIMAN Edition S Switchable Open/Closed Back for $150 in White color or Black color scheme
+ there’s also an alternate black color listing as marketplace sellers are able to create their own listings, adding to the noise at Amazon 🙂

BLUETOOTH and/or ANC and/or RF OVER and ON EARS

+ Sony MDR-1000X BT and ANC in either color for $328 by Amazon actual

+ Used Sennheiser RS120 RF wireless system for $22 by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual

+ Used (“Very Good”) Panasonic RP-HC-200K ANC for $8.65 by Amazon Warehouse Deals

IN-EARS / EARPHONES

+ Hifiman RE-300a earphones for $25 by AudioLAB fulfilled by Amazon
+ Hifiman RE-400 earphones (no buttons) for $49 by various Prime-eligible sellers
+ RE-400i earphones (iOS buttons) for $49 by HiDef Lifestyle (not Prime eligible)
+ RE-400a earphones (Android buttons) for $49 by various Prime-eligible sellers

+ Hifiman RE 600S V2 Songbird for $129 by Hifiman fulfilled by Amazon

+ 1More Triple Driver IEMs for $65 [or 5% more for non-members] at Costco

+ Jaybird X3 Sport Bluetooth earphones for $100 at Amazon actual

+ Phiaton MS 300 BA in-ears for $56~ by Amazon actual
+ Phiaton MS 100 BA in-ears for $40 by Amazon actual

+ Used “Very Good” a-JAYS Five Earbuds for Android, White for $12~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals

+ Beats Powerbeats 3 bluetooth earphones for $140 in the white color scheme at Amazon

AMPs, DACs, DAPs, PADs

+ Used TEAC HA-P90SD DAP in RED for $195~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals

+ Used Schiit Audio Asgard 2 Head-Amp for $226~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual

+ Used “Very Good” condition HiFiMan HM-650 DAP for $299 fulfilled by Amazon

+ HTC 10 “Phone as DAP” for $240 outright or $10/mo for 24 month at SPRINT

+ Focusrite Scarlett Solo Second Generation (2 IN, 2 OUT) for $72 at Adorama.com

ACCESSORIES

+ HIFIMAN Velour Earpads for HE-series for $10 with free shipping by Hifiman thru Amazon (not Prime eligible)

+ The Technology of Binaural Listening (Modern Acoustics and Signal Processing) hardcover book for $106 by Amazon actual

+ 3-pack of 2″ Top Stage GMC04-Q6 earpad foam covers for $2.52 [ADD-ON items]

+ 12 foot AmazonBasics Component Video Cable with Audio for $2.05 (ADD-ON; limit 3)

+ 100pk Verbatim CD/DVD Paper Sleeves for $3.15 (ADD-ON)

MUSIC and STREAMING

+ Six Months of TIDAL Hi-Fi FREE for current and future Sprint Customers (this is the $20/month tier)
+ check also more detailed post

+ FREE Three Months of Apple Music Subscription streaming service through Groupon Goods for NEW customers only

+ YMMV: existing Spotify Free Tier members are being offered via email a 3-month Premium subscription for 99c total

+ YMMV: while perusing the GooglePLAY store, you may seen an offer for a 4-month free trial of the Google Music All Access Subscription which also includes YouTube RED. Of musical interest, YouTube RED includes benefits when using the YouTube Music app (no ads, background play, audio-only playback)
+ another benefit of Google’s Music subscription is that you can find GooglePlay Gift Cards on a 20% off discount, and use those to pay for the music subscription, effectively giving you a 20% off discount

NEW ARRIVALS

+ Denon AH-D7200 Reference Over Ears for $999 by various authorized dealers through Amazon

+ Shure RMCE-LTG Lightning Cable for SE series for $100 at B&H Photo and various at Amazon

Used TEAC HA-P90SD DAP for $195

The last time we posted about this in late May 2017 it was going for $239 but as of this recheck, the red color scheme of the TEAC HA-P90SD DAP and amp is currently available in “Used – Acceptable” condition for $195~ with free shipping by Amazon Warehouse Deals (AWD) actual.

Used Schiit Audio Asgard 2 Head-Amp for $226

The Schiit Audio Asgard 2 available in “Used – Good” condition (no further details provided) dropped in price since the last time we posted about it. It went for $236.57 but it is now $226.49 by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual, and Prime eligible for members.

Shipping math considerations versus buying it from the Schiit website covered in the previous post.

[DEAD] Saturday: Plantronics RIG 505 for $35; RIG 515HD for $45

This daily deal EXPIRED…

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[DEAD] Saturday’s Offers: Noontec TV BT LL, Symphonized Wood Earphones , Etc

These lightning deals expired, but Symphonized is on a daily streak, so more will likely be offered in the next few days…

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[DEAD] Saturday: Rockwin Bit Truly Wireless for $80

This daily deal expired…

Good until 3am Eastern on Sunday (or earlier if sold out) you can get the new condition Rockin Bit Truly Wireless bluetooth earphones for $80 in your choice from three different color schemes.

[DEAD] Cowin headphone case for $8

This lightning deal expired…

Ending by 6:10pm ET today, the new condition Cowin headphone case is offered for $8 with free Prime shipping. It is made for Cowin headphones but you can check the dimensions, pictures and reviews to see how many of your headphones it may fit.

Focusrite Scarlett Solo Second Generation (2 IN, 2 OUT) for $72

As of 6/16/17 it is back on sale again for $72…

This is of interest if you also need the Audio Interface functionality. If not, you are better off getting a dedicated headphone DAC/amp. It is the second generation of the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (two input, two output) on sale for a limited time for $72 with free shipping at authorized dealer Adorama.com.