The new condition Superlux HD381 in-ears are currently down to the very specific price of $20.79 by a marketplace seller with the orders fulfilled by Amazon, so Prime shipping for members. There are five units available per the shopping cart. They have just one short review in bold even.
Superlux HD681 for $20, HD668B for $29, HD660 for $38 [free shipping from China]
Some of the Superlux headphones are also participating in the GearBest 11.11 festivities, with free slow shipping from China. Among them:
+ Superlux HD681 for $20
+ Superlux HD668B for $29
The very Beyerdynamic looking Superlux HD 660 is out of stock and cannot be ordered at GearBest, but it goes for $38~ with free shipping from China from a couple of sellers at Ali Express.
Superlux HD 681 Semi-Open Over-Ears for $20 w/free slow shipping from China
Gearbest has launched a headphone sale and among the items offered is the new condition Superlux HD681 semi-open over-ear studio headphones for $20 with free slow shipping from China. You can select faster shipping methods at checkout but they are not free.
These headphones average 4.9 out of 5 based on almost 400 customer reviews at GearBest, and 4.2 out of 5 based on almost 420 customer reviews (ha!) at amazon.com.
I haven’t touched/heard this model, but I have a useful text and pictures unboxing of its cousin, the Samson SR-850. Based on some google searching, these are not identical, so check the web and forums for more details. Superlux also has a variety of models in this line, so that’s more homework!
[DEAD] Used Superlux HD-562 DJ Headphones for $19
As of a 8/15/17 recheck, the used price climbed higher, closer to the new condition…
Used Superlux HD 562 DJ headphone for $20
Superlux (and Samson among others) sell a number of headphones that are “homages” to more famous headphones by more famous manufacturers. One such model is the closed-back Superlux HD-562 DJ Headphone, currently available in “Used – Like New” condition (damaged original packaging) for $20.41 by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual. Free 2-day shipping for Prime members.
It averages 4.2 out of 5 based on 15 customer reviews. Per the shopping cart there is only one unit available at this price… Screenshow below:
Used Superlux HD-562 DJ headphones for $23
The Superlux brand carries a lot of headphones that are “homages” of other more famous headphones. One such homage is the closed-back Superlux HD-562 DJ headphone, available in “Used – Like New” condition (damaged original packaging) for $22.62 by Amazon Warehouse Deals and Prime eligible. There’s only one used unit available as of the time of writing.
Superlux HD 681 Semi-Open for $28
A trio of marketplace sellers fulfilled by Amazon are price-matching each other on the new condition semi-open over-ears Superlux HD 681 headphones at exactly $28. Free shipping for Prime members or with a $35+ order. They average 4.1 out of 5 based on 400+ customer reviews, and they have a 14:1 “review intensity ratio”, a pretty good one!
These look similar to the Samson SR850 but they are not identical. Their earcup covers are different and from the looks of it the earpad material is different. I’ve only used the Samson, so I can only go by the pictures of the Superlux.
There’s plenty of talk on these headphones online as they are frequent “guests” of bang-for-the-buck lists and discussions.
Superlux HD 681 Semi-Open Over-Ears for $24.55
The new condition semi-open over-ear Superlux HD 681 with the AKG-homage two level headband is on sale for $24.55 by a marketplace seller with the order fulfilled by Amazon, so it’s eligible for Prime shipping benefits. This averages 4.2 out of 5 based on 360+ customer reviews. Keep in mind Superlux has multiple headphones with similar model numbers, so be sure to look them up if you are not already familiar with them.
Used Superlux HD 661 semi-open for $23
On the bargain side of things, the Superlux HD 661 semi-open over-ears are available in “Used – Like New” condition (missing box) for $23 by Kellards with the offer fulfilled by Amazon os they are eligible for Prime shipping. They average 4.2 out of 5 based on 320+ customer reviews.
PS: Superlux has multiple models with similar-sounding names, so if you are not already familiar with their line-up, check up on them with your favorite internet search engine.
Used Superlux HD 681 Semi-Open for $23
The Superlux HD 681 goes for $32 in new condition, but if you want to save some more and you are a Prime member, you can get them for around $23 fulfilled by Amazon (the seller is Kellard’s, says new condition but missing box) in “Used – Like New” condition. They average 4.2 out of 5 based on 310+ customer reviews. Superlux has a lot of models, if you are not familiar with them, the DuckDuckGo is your friend.
Now shipping from USA: Superlux HD 685 for $80
If you are a fan of the Superlux line of bang for the buck headphones and want to be among the first to try out the new Superlux HD 685, it is now in-stock and ready to ship to your ears for $80 by Kellards thru Amazon.com. This ships from Amazon, so you get free 2-day shipping if you are a Prime member. The listing over there that has it for $78 ships from the UK, so keep that in mind.
These are closed-back headphones, with 40mm drivers, but without the “homage” to AKG in terms of style 🙂
Massdrop: JayBird BlueBuds X Sport Bluetooth for $115
Fully unlocked, with seven days to go (from blog-posting date here) at members-only Massdrop are the JayBird BlueBuds X Sport Bluetooth earbuds going for $110 plus $5~ flat shipping. Also added there, but not unlocked as of the time of writing, are the Superlux HD668B over-ears that could go for $38~ shipped (they are a binary offer, it either unlocks or not, no middle ground), and the Sennheiser G4ME ONE Gaming Headset that could go as low as $150 shipped.
Used Superlux HD 681 semi-open for $23
From the “it’s just a coincidence we look like AKG” department, the semi-open Superlux HD 681 are currently available in “Used – Like New” condition for $23 by Kellards and for pennies less in “Used – Very Good” condition by Amazon Warheouse Deals actual. The new condition price is $32, so it’s really a trade-off. Regardless, a Prime membership gets you free 2-day shipping. Otherwise you’d need to place an order of $35+. These average 4.3 out of 5 based on over 300 customer reviews.
Massdrop: AT ATH-ES88, Superlux HD 668B, Dunu DN-2000J
Three more items got added to Massdrop today, ending in about seven days from today (today being blog-posting date). As of the time of writing, none of them are fully unlocked (= lowest price possible). They are:
* Audio-Technica ATH-ES88 Portable Headphones as low as $143~ shipped
* Superlux HD668B Headphones as low as $38~ shipped
* Dunu DN-2000J Premium Hybrid Earphone as low as $306~ shipped
Used Superlux HD668B for $32.50
The frequently recommended in the sub-$50 category Superlux HD668B semi-open over-ears are currently available in “Used – Like New” condition for $32.50 by Kellars with the order fulfilled by Amazon.com. The description for this particular listing says “IN NEW CONDITION. Full Manufactures Warranty. 100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION”. I’m not yelling, the uppercase is how the listing is written 🙂 They average 4.4 out of 5 based on 300+ customer reviews.
Used Superlux HD 681 for $23
They are back again, the Superlux HD 681 headphones are available in “Used – Like New” condition for $23, sold by Kellards with the order fulfilled by Amazon Warehouse Deals, so the usual Amazon free shipping terms apply (free 2-day for Prime, or $35+ for non-Prime). Superlux has a variety of headphones with similar sounding names, so you may want to do some research if you are not familiar with their line-up.
[DEAD] Used Superlux HD681 for $23
As of 3/29/15 recheck, these got scooped up at $23… The semi-open Superlux HD681 headphones are currently offered in “Used – Like New” condition for $23 by marketplace seller Kellards with the order fulfilled by Amazon through Warehouse Deals. The usual free shipping terms apply (Prime 2-day or with $35+ order). These headphones average 4.3 out of 5 with 260+ customer reviews.
Massdrop Unlocked: Superlux HD668B for $38~ shipped
Fully unlocked at members-only site Massdrop are the Superlux HD668B headphones offered for $33 plus $5~ flat shipping. This offer ends in about five days from today.
Also there, but not fully unlocked, are the Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro that could go as low as $165 shipped. This too have five days left from today (today = blog-posting date).
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