Used SRH 940 Closed-Back for $187 [was $194]

More Shure action, this time on their classic closed-back line, their silvery SRH 940 are available in “Used – Good” condition (cosmetic imperfections, repackaged) for $187 (was $194) by Amazon Warehouse Deals. There are also a couple of “Used – Like New” listings by marketplace sellers for $210. They average 3.6 out of 5 based on 91 customer reviews… Price updated in blog-post 6/20/16…

Used Shure SRH 1440 Open-Back for $209

If you are not a perfectionist, Amazon Warehouse Deals has a Shure SRH 1440 open-back headphone in “Used – Acceptable” condition for $209~ with free shipping. “Acceptable” is a lower quality level than “Good”. It has multiple cosmetic imperfections and damaged original packaging. The new condition price at authorized dealers is $300. The headphone averages 4.7 out of 5 based on 25 customer reviews.

Shure SE 215 In-Ears and Zoom H1 DAR for $149

And now a bundle of a different kind, a pair of in-ears bundled with a digital audio recorder (DAR), it is the Shure SE-215 (go for $100 on their own) along with the Zoom H1 Silver Digital Audio Recorder at B&H Photo as one of their various Father’s Day promotions.

[DEAD] Used Shure SRH940 Closed-Back for $150

As of 6/8/16 PM recheck, the used offer mentioned below is sold out. Used items are often one-off, so they rarely return from the same seller at the same price (unless it’s a very high volume seller like Amazon actual)…

The good old closed-back over-ear Shure SRH940 headphones are available in “Used – Like New” condition, marked in the details as “Open Box” by Austin Bazaar Music through Amazon Warehouse Deals. Austin Bazaar Music is brick and mortar store in Austin, Texas. The headphones average 4/5 based on 80 customer reviews.

Used open-back Shure SRH 1440 for $209

The Shure SRH 1440 (open over-ears) go for $300 in new condition but if you want to go the used route and are not a perfectionist, they are available in “Used – Acceptable” condition with multiple cosmetic imperfections and damaged packaging for $209 by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual. The headphones themselves average 4.7 out of 5 based on 25 customer reviews.

Shure SE 215 + Tascam DR-05 Recorder for $160

A more humble bundle this time, it is the Shure SE-215 in-ears bundled with the TASCAM DR-05 digital recorder, together for $160 with free shipping at Adorama.com.

Shure SE535-CL In-Ears drop to $455

The new condition Shure SE535-CL in-ears, in the Clear color scheme, are on sale for $455 with free shipping by Amazon by Amazon actual. Paralleling the discount is the bundle with a $100 Amazon Gift Card.

Used Shure SRH 940 for $187

Of the classic Shure studio line-up, the silver-y closed-back over-ear Shure SRH 940 is available in “Used – Good” condition for $187~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals. The description says minor cosmetic imperfections (plural) and repackaged.

PS: I have began a mini dive into Amazon Warehouse Deals so more things may surface in the next few minutes.

Used Shure SRH 1440 for $209 [was $204]

The open-back over-ear Shure SRH 1440 headphones go for $300 in new condition at authorized dealers, but if you are comfortable with used gear, you can get them in “Used – Acceptable” condition (various cosmetic imperfections, damaged original packaging) for $209~ (was $204~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual.

Price updated in post on 4/25/16… The strangeness of pricing on AWD. Some items trickle downwards, others trickle upwards. I am sure there is a method to the madness, I just may not be able to see it 🙂

Shure SE 215 In-Ears + Tascam DR-05 Portable DAR for $130

The Shure SE 215 in-ears are bundled with the Tascam DR-05 Portable Handheld Digital Audio Recorder (DAR) for $130 with free shipping at Adorama.com, and they are available with either the black SE-215s or clear SE-215s. This is a limited time offer, it ends 4/21/16 or earlier if they sell out.

Used Shure SRH 940 for $178

The closed-back over-ear Shure SRH 940 studio-headphones are currently available in “Used – Good” condition (minor cosmetic imperfections, damaged packaging) for $178~ with free shipping by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual. A marketplace seller (Fique, shipping directly from them) has it for $175.

Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch for $3.56

This is very nice, especially for the price, the Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch is going for $3.56, in new condition, at Amazon By Amazon actual. The only catch is that it is an Add-On Item, so you must place an order of $25+ otherwise the shopping cart won’t let you buy it. You can simply add it to a future order, unless you need 8+ of them (it’s $25+, seven of them is $24.92). If you are gifting someone headphones or sell/trade/exchange them online or in AV forums, adding a pouch to package is a nice touch (and doesn’t cost you much). These are made for the Shure over-ear studio headphones (840/440/240/550/750), so many headphones should fit in.

Speaking of add-on items, this tiny little AmazonBasics camera case goes for $2.45 and could protect earbuds or in-ears or accessories/adapters thanks to its extra padding.

Used Shure SRH 440 for $80

The Shure SRH-440 found itself in a number of earlier recommendation lists, so perhaps that’s why it’s able to hold a steady price of $100 in new condition. If you want to save some, you can get it in “Used – Like New” condition (Display Model) for $80 with free shipping by “Musical Supply Direct” through Amazon Warehouse Deals. This ships directly from them, so it’s not eligible for Prime shipping benefits. The headphones average 4.4 out of 5 based on nearly 400 customer reviews.

Used Shure SRH 1840 for $395

The open-back over-ear Shure SRH 1840 are currently available in “Used – Very Good” condition (minor cosmetic imperfections) for $395~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual. One could also keep an eye out of on the price in case of future drops since this price-range is not flying fast like consumer-tier prices.

Used Shure SRH 144 Semi-Open On-Ears for $20

The Shure SRH 144 semi-open portable on-ears with a folding mechanism are currently available in “Used – Good” condition for $20~ [was $23~] by Amazon Warehouse Deals. There is only one listing with only one unit left, they are marked as “damaged original packaging”. They average 4.2 out of 5 based on 12 customer reviews.

Is Back: Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch under $4

It is back! The Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch is back in-stock at Amazon, currently going for $3.56 each, with a limit of 30 per customer. There is one small catch however, it is part of the Add-ON Program, so you would need an order of $25+, otherwise the shopping cart won’t let you buy it. This is a very nice drawstring pouch. It won’t protect from impact but can keep dirt and scratches away. It is made for their 240/440/840/550/750 line-up, so headphones with similar dimensions (or smaller) should fit fine.

Shure SE-215 In-Ears for $89

If you have Amazon Gift Cards burning in your e-pocket and want to put them to work, the Shure SE-215 in-ears are on sale for $89 with free shipping. This is new condition, with either the black or clear color scheme. They have detachable cables which is not as common with in-ears, especially in this price range. They average 4.1 out of 5 with nearly 1900 customer reviews. These are sold by Amazon actual along with various marketplace sellers over there.

Shure SE 215 In-Ears and Fiio E6 tiny-amp together for $90

The Shure SE 215 in-ears rarely get discounted below $100, but thanks to a holiday shopping season bundle, for $90 you can get the new condition SE 215 in-ears TOGETHER with the tiny little Fiio E6 headphone amp at authorized dealer Adorama.com in either the black SE215 or the clear SE215

[DEAD] Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch for $3.56

As of 12/5/15 this is sold out and cannot be ordered at the sale price from Amazon actual. I will monitor the situation and update if it returns…

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Shure SE 215 In-Ears drop to $89

The Shure SE 215 in-ears stubbornly hold on to $100 most of the time at authorized dealers, but during the Black-Cyber festivities, they are on sale for $89 with free shipping in the black or transparent color schemes at Amazon’s website… Meanwhile the “lucent blue” special edition is on sale for $103 by marketplace sellers with the orders fulfilled by Amazon

[DEAD] Saturday Lightning Deals: Shure SRH145 and Sol Republic Bluetooth On-Ears

These limited time promotions are over now…

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Shure SE846 In-Ears for $1000

The Shure SE846 in-ears are now going for $1000 in their four color schemes at authorized dealers including Amazon and Adorama.com. At the former, they average 4.5 out of 5 based on 150+ customer reviews.

Used Shure SRH940 Over Ears for $172 (was $164)

Don’t stop believing in Amazon Warehouse Deals if you are fond of used and a bit of a risk taker. Hot of the presses, the closed-back over-ear Shure SRH-940, with the 50s scifi spaceship finish, is available in “Used – Good” condition for $172~ (was $164~) by Amazon Warehouse Deals. Per the listing, it has minor cosmetic imperfections, and ships in original damaged packaging… It averages 4.2 out of 5 based on 69 customer reviews… Price updated here on 11/9/15 at 11:27pm ET…

Back In-Stock: Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch for $3.56 each

They are back in-stock again, the Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch that fits Shure’s over-ear line-up (840, 440, 240, 750dj, 550dj) and similarly-sized (or smaller) headphones. They go for $3.56, in new condition, at Amazon by Amazon actual. They are back to being an Add-On Item, so you must place an order of $25+, otherwise their shopping cart won’t let you buy them. The restriction includes Prime members. You can buy as many as you like. These are very nice and durable pouches, but keep in mind, they are soft, they won’t protect from impact, only dust and coffee and such.

Refurbished Shure SRH-240A Over Ears for $32

The Shure SRH 240A is often the forgotten member of their studio line-up, but if you are interested in it, you can get it in refurbished condition for $32 by Brainstorm thru Amazon. It does not specify, so it is probably seller-refurbished. These are closed-back over-ears with non-detachable cables… The usual Amazon free shipping terms apply (Prime or $35+)…

Shure SE215 In-Ears + Tascam DR-22WL Handheld Audio Recorder for $140

And now a headphone bundle with something other than Audio Technicas and over-ears. It’s Shure time! The popular Shure SE 215 in-ears are bundled with the Tascam DR-22WL Handheld Audio Recorder for $140 with free shipping at Adorama.com. No coupons, no rebates, just add to cart and sail through. Offer ends 11/15/15 or earlier if they sell out.

[DEAD] Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch drops to $3.56

As of 11/4/15 PM, this is sold out and only available from other sellers for $7+… The $3.56 ones have not shipped yet (I bought a couple because you can never have too many!)…

I mentioned this a couple of days ago, but now things got A LOT better! The price of the Shure HPACP1 Headphone Carrying Pouch has dropped to $3.56 at Amazon by Amazon actual and it is not part of the Add-On program. If you are a Prime member, you can buy just one and get free 2-day shipping. It looks like they have 54 units available based on the shopping cart quantity limits shown over there. This is a great deal!

PS: if you are not a Prime member, you must place a $35+ order to get free shipping. Or get 10 of these.

Shure Headphone Carrying Pouch drops to $6

The nice Shure Headphone Carrying Pouch, model HPACP1, is now down to $6 at Amazon.com by Amazon actual. Not to jinx it, but it’s not part of the Add-On program as of the time of writing, so if you are a Prime member, you can get just one of these and get free 2-day shipping. Non-Prime members have the usual $35+ free super saver shipping.

Limit 30 pouches per customer. This fits the various Shure studio and DJ headphones listed over there, and any other headphone with similar or smaller size. This is a soft pouch, so it won’t protect against rough treatment, but it can keep dust and coffee drops and such away. I’ve been using one for 2+ years and it’s holding up very very well. I will post a review on it once I go into a “writing spree”.

Shure SRH-145 or SRH-144 drop to $29 each [also: SRH-145m+ down to $39]

Shure update. Their entry into the sub-$50 consumer on-ear market has a noticeable discount. You can now get the closed-back on-ear SRH-145 (no mic/remote) for $29 (limit 27, perhaps that’s how many they have left, the limit is usually 30). If you prefer the Apple 3-button mic/remote, you can get the SRH-145m+ (with mic/remote) for $39 with a limit 30.

These are sold by Amazon actual, so the usual free shipping terms apply. Combined, over there, they average 4.1 out of 5 based on 60+ customer reviews.

Along with the above closed-back models, Shure also release a semi-open version, the SRH-144 (no mic/remote) which is also on sale for $29 (limit 27). It averages 4.2 out of 5 based on 8 customer reviews.

For the SRH-145, on the content side of this blog (without the deals sub-domain) we have an unboxing post (orange and blue attack of colors!) and an unfinished experimental Review Diary. The blog-theme over there is experimental as well 🙂

PS: I haven’t used the other two models, so I can’t tell you how similar they sound.

Used Shure SRH840 Over Ears for $130

The closed-back over-ear Shure SRH-840 are currently available in “Used – Good” condition for $130~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals.

Used Shure SRH940 Over Ears for $209

The closed-back over-ear Shure SRH940 headphones are currently available in “Used – Good” condition by Amazon Warehouse Deals.

Massdrop: Shure SE535 IEMs as low as $360

The Shure SE535 IEMS could go as low as $360 shipped if they manage to get fully unlocked at Massdron in the next seven days (from blog-posting day). Also on offer there are the Voxoa Workout Bluetooth Earbuds that could go as low as $65 shipped (as above), while the ATH-M50x Velour Earpads could go as low as $22 shipped.

Used Shure SRH 440 for $82~

The Shure SRH 440 closed-back over-ears were on many “$100 headphone recommendation lists” before the explosion of new manufacturers and models and options. As such, they don’t have modern luxuries (mic/remote), they are after all studio headphones. You can get them in “Used – Very Good” condition for $82~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual. There are lower prices by recently launched marketplace sellers (starting at $62 shipped), which is typically a high/higher risk purchase. So it’s up to you to decide where to draw the line in terms of risk.

Shure HPACP1 headphone pouch for $7

If you are looking for a quality and nice professional looking headphone carrying pouch (soft, not hard), the Shure HPACP1 is a great value at $7, sold and shipped by Amazon actual. You can buy as many as you like. They fit many on-ears, and many non-monster-size over-ears, partially depending on whether they have a detachable cable or whether they fold in some way.

Regardless, this is a solid buy. I’ve had one for two years and has no issues or wear. I need to add it to the list of items to review, which keeps getting longer, and the longer it gets, the fewer the reviews that come out 🙂

Free 2-day shipping for Prime members or the usual $35+ free super-saver-shipping for non-Primes.

Used Shure SRH 1540 for $389

The closed-back over-the-ear Shure SRH-1540 headphones are currently available in “Used – Very Good” condition for $389~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals. Their new condition price at authorized dealers is $500.

But that’s not all. There are six listings of this, so there is the possibility of demand putting pressure on supply and causing the used prices to drop further. But this is only in theory, there’s no guarantee this will happen. I will be monitoring the prices…