This Sunday coupon expired…
[DEAD] JBL Synchros S300 NBA Team On-Ears for $50 (six team options)
This weekend sale expired, they are back to $150 as of 3/13/17 AM…
Still Good: Philips SHP9500S for $49 – Also: just posted detailed Unboxing Post of them
The open-back over-ear Philips SHP9500S continue to sell for $49 with free shipping at the NewEgg eBay store.
But that’s not all. My impulse buy arrived yesterday, and in a record-breaking turnaround (for me), I just published a detailed Text and Pictures unboxing. No animations, no video, no audio, just text and pictures. A “review diary” will begin during the weekend. Having a standard 3.5mm detachable cable definitely offers more flexibility (eg if you want to use your own mic/remote cable) ~ testing of those in the upcoming “review diary”.
If there’s anything you want me to check or test, please leave a comment in any of the SHP9500S posts or ask on Twitter.
In-Stock Now: Grado GH2 Heritage Series for $650
Grado time! The new Grado GH2 Heritage Series limited-edition headphones are in-stock for $650 with free expedited shipping at B&H Photo. B&H Photo is not only authorized, but they are physically close to the Grado location. #NewYork 🙂
Beyerdynamic T51i Closed On-Ears for $199
The new condition closed-back on-ear Beyerdynamic T51i headphones are currently on sale for $199 with free shipping at Amazon by Amazon actual. Limit three per customer during the sale. They average 4 out of 5 based on 110 customer reviews over there and they have 21 questions answered by “the internet people”.
Shipping this weekend: Sony MDR-XB-950-N1 ANC BT Over-Ears
Another one of the headphones announced at CES 2017 is getting ready to ship. The Sony MDR-XB-950-N1, part of the Extra Bass line-up, with bluetooth, NFC and active noise cancellation, is scheduled to come in-stock on Sunday in either black (/B) or green (yes, green; the /G in the model name) color schemes at Amazon by Amazon actual.
It promises battery life up to 22 hours, 40mm drivers, included soft pouch, a Sony Connect app [see on Google Play, offered by Sony, not Sony Mobile], etc. If you look closely at the pictures and the comparison table in the middle of the product page, you will also notice that it can also play music via a 3.5mm input.
Bose SoundTrue Around Ear II (iOS, blue) for $90 [limit 2]
At NewEgg, by NewEgg actual, you can get the new condition Bose SoundTrue Around Ear II closed-back over-ears in the blue color scheme with the iOS remote control buttons for $90 with free shipping. Limit two per customer. The offer ends next Wednesday or earlier if sold out. These are wired headphones only, no ANC, no bluetooth.
[DEAD] Friday: Beats Studio Wireless Over-Ears for $225
This daily deal expired…
Samson RT2 Bluetooth On-Ears for $29 w/free S&H
Sometimes an old egg is not as appetizing as a new egg, which brings us to NewEgg (this is where you throw the tomatoes) offering the new condition Samson RTE2 Bluteooth On-Ears for $29 with free shipping. This is sold and shipped by NewEgg actual and you can buy as many as you like. The offer ends next Tuesday or so. It appears to be a new launch at NewEgg since it has no reviews and no Q&A there yet.
Used B-Stock refurb Sony MDR-10NC for $30 with free S&H [ANC battery does not charge]
If you are a high risk-tolerant shopper, eBay seller “TekDeals” (99.3%, California) is offering B-Stock Display condition manufacturer refurbished Sony MDR-10RNC headphones (NC = active noise cancelling BUT battery does NOT work) for $30 with free shipping. Over 200 units got sold from this listing so far. So the only way you can use active noise cancelling is if they are plugged in to a power source. You can use them in passive non-ANC mode. Check the listing for more details.
PS: if you are inexperienced with headphones, you may want to avoid this listing. If you know what you are doing, then you might be a better candidate for this.
PS2: speaking of eBay, continuing is the new condition sale of the open-back over-ear Philips SHP9500S headphones for $49 with free shipping by NewEgg. I just bought one, so an Unboxing and a Review Diary should be coming as soon as they arrive. The free shipping option says they’ll get here next week but you never know (sometimes it takes longer sometimes they arrive faster, it depends on how the economy shipping winds blow).
Refurbished JBL J55A Closed On-Ears for $20 with free S&H
The official Harman Audio store (now part of Samsung, so Galaxy fanpersons may decide now to shop there instead of Beats) is offering the factory recertified JBL J55A Closed On-Ears for $20 with free ground shipping. As the “A” in the model name semi-hints at, this is the “Android buttons” model. It comes with a detachable 1-button cable and a carrying pouch, so they can become extra accessories even after the headphones reach their end of life. They have 32 ohm impedance which matches their main use-cases profile. Limit five units per customer.
Wedn: Beats Mixr On-Ears (David Guetta) for $150
The new condition Beats Mixr closed-back on-ears in the David Guetta edition, available in seven different color schemes, are on sale for $150 with free shipping at A4C Online as one of their daily deals ending on Wednesday at 11:59pm eastern.
Beyerdynamic Custom “i” Closed On-Ears for $50
The new condition closed-back on-ear and customizable (both sound and looks) Beyerdynamic Custom i On-Ears are on sale at NewEgg by NewEgg actual for $50 with free shipping. Limit up to five per customer. Offer ends next Tuesday.
These look very similar to the Beyerdynamic Custom Streets, but I haven’t seen or touched the Custom “i” so I can’t compare them. I have seen and touched the Custom Streets however, here’s an on-going review and a useful text and pictures unboxing.
Massdrop x HiFiMAN HE-350 for $100 on a daily basis
Do not be alarmed if you see that the HiFiMAN HE-350 listing is expiring soon at Massdrop. This is a hybrid listing, a more traditional retail listing that closes daily and each daily drop ships within two business days of that particular drop. Basically you can buy it as if you were buying it from a “normal” retailer. As of the time of writing over 9240 units got sold from this offer. The price is definitely right for this dynamic headphone to fly off the e-shelves.
Audio-Technica ATH-P1 Lightweight On-Ears for $10
The new condition Audio-Technica ATH-P1 lightweight on-ears are on sale for $10 at B&H Photo. If your order total is $49+, you get free shipping. Otherwise, shipping is extra.
Master & Dynamic MH30 On-Ears + FREE Master & Dynamic MP1000 Stand for $299
Another Master and Dynamic offer, not a two-for-one like the ME-03 in-ears but you get a free stand instead. For $299, you can get the new condition closed-back folding on-ear Master & Dynamic MH30 along with your choice of a FREE headphone stand, either the silver or the black of the Master & Dynamic MP1000 stand. You select the color on the product page. The MH30 has four different colors, click on the small color-boxes over there to switch between the colors.
If you are not familiar with how these offers work on the B&H website, I posted a couple of screenshots on how to locate them after the jump…
Philips SHP9500S Open-Back for $49 with free S&H
Ready to jump on the Philips SHP9500S hype train? It is currently on sale, in new condition, for $49 with free shipping at the NewEgg eBay store. Limit up to five units per customer. The “S” is the newer model that came after the “SHP9500” (without the S). Over 2000 joined the hype S-train from this eBay offer.
PS: eBay just launched another 10% eBay Bucks promotion for some members participating in their eBay Bucks program. There is no minimum purchase requirement for this round. You have to activate the offer, and you have to be invited by eBay to join – check your email or the eBay messages to see if you are. You can’t do this otherwise. The promotion ends at 3am eastern on Friday 3/10/17.
[DEAD] Tuesday: Modern Portable Super 66 Bluetooth Over-Ears for $49
This daily deal expired…
[DEAD] New Woot-OFF In Progress
This Woot-OFF ended…
Cleer DJ headphones for $200
DJ headphone action now, the new condition Cleer Audio Professional DJ headphones are on sale for $200 with free shipping at OneCall and by various at Amazon. This is the first time I heard of this brand. Features include a Stereo/Mono switch and dual audio jacks.
UPDATE: another model of this company, the Cleer BT Bluetooth On-Ears are available in Open-Box “Used – Like New” condition for $100 with free shipping by OneCall through Amazon Warehouse Deals.
Sony MDR-1000X ANC BT for $348
The new condition Sony MDR-1000X bluetooth and ANC over-ears are on sale again, going for $348 with free shipping at Amazon by Amazon actual with a limit of up to three per color per customer.
Refurbished Bohm B66 BT ANC On-Ears for $40 w/FS
Yesterday it was the Bohm over-ears, today it is the Bohm B66 On-Ear BT ANC headphones that are one of the A4C daily deals, in manufacturer refurbished condition with a 12-month warranty for Bohm for $40 with free shipping. You have a choice of black or brown color schemes. Offer ends Tuesday 11:59pm ET Price increased only from $37 to $40 after the daily deal ended.
Audeze LCD X + Grace m920 + Crimson HPA100 + Just Mobile Stand for $3500
The Crimson Audio head-amp is on sale on its own but it’s also part of a Four Product Bundle at B&H Photo going for $3500 with free shipping. The four items included, all in new condition, are:
- Audeze LCD-X headphones (Anodized Aluminum, Lambskin Leather)
- Grace Design m920 High Resolution Monitoring System
- Crimson Audio HPA100 Reference Headphone Amplifier
- Just Mobile HS-100 Headphone Stand
No coupon, no rebate, this is a bundle discount. Just add the bundle to cart and proceed to checkout.
V-Moda Crossfade M100 for $210
Some audiophiles have declared war on Bluetooth, but sometimes bluetooth can help get you non-bluetooth headphones for less. Such is the case with the V-Moda Crossfade M100 closed over-ears. Since the bluetooth version came out at $300, the M100s got further discounted. Currently you can get the “Matte Black” color scheme, in new condition, for $210 with free shipping by Musician’s Friend and Amazon by Amazon actual (limit 3).
PS: if buying from Amazon actual, you can shave an extra $25 off with the AMEX Points offer.
Sony MDR-10R Closed Over-Ears for $85
On the other hand, this listing is sold by Groupon Goods actual and the listing states you get a 1-year Sony warranty with it, it is the new condition closed-back over-ear Sony MDR-10R headphones offered for $85 with free shipping and free returns. This is the black color scheme.
[DEAD] Monday: Refurbished Bohm ANC Bluetooth Over-Ears for $50
This daily deal is over too…
[DEAD] Sunday: Senal SMH-500 studio headphones for $30 w/FS
This daily deal expired… Good until 11:59pm ET on Sunday, B&H Photo is offering the new condition Senal SMH-500 studio headphones for $30 with free 2nd-day delivery. These are closed-back over-ears with replaceable ear pads. They come with a 3-year warranty.
[DEAD] Starts 4pm ET for Meh VMP members: Audio Technica ATH-AX3iS for $15
This daily deal expired…
[DEAD] Saturday: MEE Audio Sale (X6, X7, Wave, Matrix2)
These lightning deals are over…
Beyerdynamic DT990 PREMIUM (32 ohm) for $109 after $50 MIR
If you are not allergic to mail-in rebates, you can get the new condition Beyerdynamic DT990 PREMIUM (32 ohm) open-back over-ear headphones for $109 with free shipping after a $50 mail-in rebate (MIR) from authorized dealer Adorama.com. Details on the MIR in the rebate PDF which says maximum two per household. The rebate offers runs until 3/31/17. The headphone price though is not linked to the rebate, it may or may not change before the rebate promotion ends.
Sony MDR-100AAP Closed Over-Ears for $120 (pink or yellow)
If you like your closed-back over-ear headphones in the yellow or bordeaux-pink color-schemes, you are in luck! Beach Camera is offering these two colors of the Sony MDR-100AAP, in new condition, for $120 with free shipping through Amazon. Prime members get Prime-like speed but this ships from Beach Camera in New Jersey.
Or if you prefer to pay even less, you can get the yellow color scheme in “Used – Good” condition (cosmetic imperfections; damaged original packaging) for $89~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual.
Fostex TH-900 Mark II for $950
Fostex the people! Okay, I need to retire this joke 🙂 The Fostex TH-900 Mark II headphones are back on sale again at authorized dealer Adorama.com for $950 with free shipping. No coupon, no rebate, just add to cart and proceed to checkout. These are dynamic 1.5 Tesla closed-back over-ear headphones.
Make Your Own Amazon $25 off $50+ Deal (IF you have AMEX with Membership Rewards)
This is “Make Your Own Amazon Deal” type of a promotion. You have to have an American Express credit cart that comes with the Membership Rewards program. You need to have (or add) that to your Amazon account, and (at least partially) pay for the order using Membership Rewards points using Amazon’s Shop With Points option. You can use a $1 worth of Membership Points, you don’t have to use all your available balance (because the exchange rate is NOT favorable).
The deal is this: you get a $25 off discount on an order of $50+ if you pay with an AMEX credit card and at least in-part pay using Membership Rewards points. You have to enter promo code AMEX17EVER during the checkout process. I believe only items sold and shipped by Amazon actual are eligible.
SOME HEADPHONE IDEAS
+ MEE Audio M6 PRO for $25 AFTER COUPON (must add a filler item of $0.01+)
+ Sennheiser HD 461i or 461G for $38 before coupon (must add $12+ filler items)
+ Two $30 Spotify Gift Cards for $35 after promotion
+ NOTE that the Spotify gift cards are three month subscriptions to their $10/month service. They are not an actual store credit; this is an issue if you plan to use them on any other plans (Family or Student or the Upcoming Hifi) – unless something changed in recent months – check Customer Reviews over there for details
FILLER ITEM IDEAS
+ H20 WIRELESS SIM card for $0.01
+ 4.4oz McCormick Fake Bacon for $1.68
+ Timberland Touchscreen Gloves for $2.55
+ Hosa RCA to 1/4″ TS adaptor for $2.95
+ Pelican 1012 Pick N’ Pluck Foam Set for 1010 Micro-Case for $3.04
+ Cyber Acoustics Lightweight On-Ears for $3.83
Bad News: Monoprice M1060 Out of Stock until Tax Day
This is good news for people who like bad news (and your wallet). The Monoprice M1060 planar magnetics are now out of stock at the Monoprice website and cannot be ordered. The Monoprice estimate for the next batch is April 17 in 2017. Their previous estimates for the two Monolith headphones were correct, so there’s that 🙂
The smaller on-ear M560 planar magnetics remain in-stock for $200. They are not eligible for the Friday coupons but their amplifier bundle is. However, the best coupon-price for the bundle is with a 20% off coupon, so if you don’t need this bundle yesterday, wait for a 20% off coupon.
[DEAD] Sennheiser HD650 for $300 [ends by Sat 7:24pm ET]
This lightning deal expired…
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