The Definitive Technology Symphony 1 executive bluetooth over-ears with active noise cancellation go for $400 in new condition, but if you want to save, you can get them in “Used – Like New” condition for $289 by OneCall thru Amazon Warehouse Deals. The description says they are open-box with all accessories included. OneCall (Huppin’s) is an authorized Definitive Technology dealer. The headphones average 4.2 out of 5 based on 21 customer reviews.
Used Philips M1 Mark II for $100 (one left)
We start the “Used Party” with a solid discount on the black-orange color scheme of the Philips M1 Mark II closed-back on-ears (40mm drivers, 16 ohmage, pouch included), you can get them in “Used – Very Good” condition (minor cosmetic imperfections) for $100 (was $111~) by Amazon Warehouse Deals. The shopping cart says there is only one left… Price updated here 9/11/15…
Used Hifiman HE-1000 planars for $2400
The flagship Hifiman HE-1000 planars go for $3000 in new condition, but if you are comfortable buying used flagship headphones, you can get them in “Used – Very Good” condition in original damaged packaging with minor cosmetic imperfections for $2400 by Amazon Warehouse Deals.
Used Ultrasone Edition 10 Limited S-Logic Plus for $1628 [was $1713]
From a $3 splitter we jump to a four figure headphone! The Ultrasone Edition 10 Limited S-Logic Plus is available in “Used – Very Good” condition (original damaged packaging, cosmetic imperfection) for $1628 [was $1713] by Amazon Warehouse Deals. One is available according to the shopping cart… Price updated here on 9/2/15…
In new condition it goes for $2600 at sellers such as Zzounds…
Ultrasone is one of the brands with strong anti-fans, such as this customer review (“coats feces in Palladium”).
Used Sony PHA1A portable DAC/amp for $229
The portable Sony PHA1A DAC/amp goes for $300 in new condition at authorized Sony retailers, but if you are comfortable with used, you can get it in “Used – Like New” condition for $229 with free shipping by authorized Sony dealer OneCall thru Amazon Warehouse Deals (AWD). AWD’s own price is $235~ in “Used – Very Good” condition.
[DEAD] Used iPod Touch (5th generation, 16GB) for $70 w/free s&h
This sold out already…
Refurbished Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ears (brown, first generation) start at $95
If you are interested in the first generation over-ear Sennheiser Momentums in the brown color scheme, there are various options at Amazon Warehouse Deals. In the refurbished condition, seller Adgtron (96%, 5078 ratings) offers them for $95 shipped (no original box) or $103 (with original box). Their description says “AUTHORIZED SENNHEISER DEALER WITH WARRANTY.”.
The same seller also offers them in “Used – Like New” condition with the prices a few dollars higher. These ship directly from Adgtron, so they are not eligible for free 2-day Prime shipping.
Used AKG K272 HD for $85
The AKG K272 HD headphones are currently available in “Used – Good” condition for around $85 by Amazon Warehouse Deals (two listings) and around $90 in “Used – Like New” condition (this one by Brainstorm LLC but fulfilled by Amazon). It is possible price pressure may push the prices further down.
Used Philips F1/27 Fidelio Travel Headphones for $117 (was $134)
On the used front, the closed-back Philips F1/27 Fidelio Lightweight Travel Headphones are available in “Used – Good” condition for around $117 (was $128 was $134) by Amazon Warehouse Deals. There’s only one used listing.
Meanwhile, the new condition price has dropped from $200 to $180 at amazon.com. Prices updated 8/24/15…
Used Beats Solo 2 On-Ears for $100 with coupon
The black color scheme of the Beats Solo 2 on-ear closed-back headphones have a coupon special in used (pre-owned) condition that drops them from $180 to $100 when you enter coupon code Beats82715 over at Cowboom.com (part of Best Buy’s empire)… Free shipping… Coupon ends 8/27/15…
Used Creative Sound Blaster E1 portable head-amp with two outputs for $27.50
The Creative Sound Blaster E1 Portable Headphone amp with dual headphone jacks goes for $35 in new condition but if you are comfortable with used amps, you can get it for around $27.50 by Amazon Warehouse Deals in “Used – Very Good” condition. There are MANY listings at this condition/price, so price pressure may build and cause further discounting, so this is something perhaps to keen an eye out for in the next few days for a better price.
Used Denon AHGC20 Globe Cruiser Over-Ear BT ANC for $300
The Denon AHGC20 Globe Cruiser Over-Ear Wireless (bluetooth) Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) Headphones go for $400 in new condition but if you prefer used headphones, you can get them in “Used – Good” condition for $300 or $320 in “Used – Very Good” by Amazon Warehouse Deals.
Used Hifiman HE-400i for $374
We now have a “trilogy” of used Hifiman planar-magnetic over-ears, posted in price order. We start with the HE-400i, available in “Used – Good” condition (damaged original packaging, cosmetic imperfections) for $374 by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual. Or for $379, a marketplace seller there has them in “Used – Like New” condition.
Open box Hifiman HE 6 for $900
The Hifiman HE 6 planar magnetic headphones are currently offered in “Used – Like New” open-box condition from Gramophone thru Amazon Warehouse Deals. Their particular listing says they are an authorized dealer with full warranty. This ships from their store in Maryland. The new condition price for these is $1200 to $1300.
[DEAD] Used Hifiman HE 1000 for $2550
As of late 8/21/15 re-check, this got scooped up… Flagship action now! The Hifiman HE 1000 go for $3000 in new condition, but if you prefer used headphone purchases, there is one listing with them in “Used – Very Good” condition (damaged original packaging) by Amazon Warehouse Deals (AWD) actual. AWD offers a 30-day return policy but makes no claims of warranty.
Used Schiit Bifrost Uber (USB 2nd Gen Input) DAC for $478
The Schiit Audio Bifrost Uber DAC (USB 2nd generation input) is currently available in “Used – Very Good” condition (damaged original packaging) for around $478 with free shipping by Amazon Warehouse Deals. In new condition, this goes for $520 + shipping (at least $15 for the slowest shipping method) directly from Schiit.
[DEAD] Used Bravo Audio Ocean Mini Valve Class A amp for $98
This got scooped up too…
Refurbished Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear (2nd gen) for $235
At the moment the price of the second generation Sennheiser Momentum Over Ears is holding (or being held via MAP manipulation) at $350, but if you want to save some, you can get some of the OS and color combinations in refurbished condition for $230 plus $5 by Adgtron (96%, 5000+ ratings, ships from Florida) through Amazon Warehouse Deals. This link shows the lowest price per option. For more details, click on the color scheme and OS thumbnails over there.
Refurbished Sennheiser Momentum On-ear (first gen) for $45
A couple of the colors of the first generation Sennheiser Momentum On-Ears are currently offered in refurbished condition by seller Adgtron (96%, 5000+ ratings, ships from Florida) through Amazon Warehouse Deals for $40 plus $5~ flat shipping. The link shows the lowest refurbished price per color. To see more options for a particular color, click on its thumbnail over there.
Adgtron also lists some of them as “Used – Like New” with the price $2 higher for those.
As far as new condition, the lowest price is $77 from Amazon actual in the red color scheme. Melisandre not included 🙂
Used Fiio X3 (first gen) with 64GB microSD and coax kit for $186
The first generation Fiio X3 digital audio player, bundled with a 64GB Snadisk MicroSD memory card and a coaxial connection kit is offered in “Used – Very Good” condition (repackaged) for $186 by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual. A marketplace seller with just 5 total ratings has it for slightly less if you are a more adventurous shopper.
The second generation X3, in new condition and without the Sandisk and coaxial goes for $200 or $170 Used – Like New (store display in original box).
Speaking of the X3, the Fiio HS3B protective case is down to $5 in new condition. It is fulfilled by Amazon, however, it is part of the Add-On program, so you need to place an order of $25+ before you are allowed to buy it. If you buy it together with an X3, you are obviously over $25. Or you can reach $25+ by getting six of these (they are priced $4.99 each but I round prices in the blog for simplicity).
OM Audio In-Ear Peace earphones for $80 [Used for $47]
If your interests intersect at earphones and Whole Foods Body commercialized enlightenment, the OM Audio InEar Peace (inner peace pun) earphones are currently on sale for $80 per pair in new condition in either black or silver at OneCall and by various at amazon.com… On the other hand, if you are comfortable with used, you can get the black color scheme in “Used – Very Good” condition for $47 by Amazon Warehouse Deals (repackaged, some scratches).
Used Panasonic RP-HC800-K ANC Over-Ears for $106
If you are fond of both the Panasonic brand and active noise cancellation, the Panasonic RP-HC800-K ANC over-ear headphones (detachable audio cable, fold flat) are available in “Used – Very Good” condition for around $106 (with two listings) by Amazon Warehouse Deals. They average 4.3 out of 5 based on 21 customer reviews. The ANC is powered by one AA battery, so a plus for fans of rechargeables and some travelers.
Used 64GB Sony Walkman NWZA17SLV DAP for $240
The 64GB Sony Walkman NWZA17SLV digital audio player is currently available in “Used – Like New” condition (store return) by OneCall thru Amazon Warehouse Deals for $240. It ships direclty from OneCall (WA). The new condition price at authorized dealers is $300.
OneCall is an authorized Sony dealer and the online “persona” of the Huppin’s brick and mortar stores from the great State of Gonzaga (formerly known as the State of Washington).
Open box Focal Spirit Classic for $239
The closed-back over-ear Focal Spirit Classic headphones are currently available in “Used – Like New” with the description saying “open box. authorized dealer. full factory warranty” for $239 with free shipping by Gramophone (Maryland) through Amazon Warehouse Deals. This ships from Maryland, not fulfilled by Amazon.
Used AKG K551 closed-back for $114~
The white AKG K551 closed-back over-ears are currently offered in “Used – Very Good” condition (damaged original packaging, cosmetic imperfections) for $114~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual, while the lowest price for the black-silver version is $116~ but in “Used – Good” condition.
Open Box NAD Viso HP 50 for $189
The black color scheme of the closed-back over-ear NAD Viso HP 50 headphones are currently available in “Used – Like New” condition with the description saying they are open box from authorized dealer with full warranty for $189 with free shipping by Gramophone thru Amazon Warehouse Deals. It ships from Maryland. Of the other colors, the red goes for $187 in “Used – Good” condition from Amazon Warehouse Deals actual which makes no warranty claims but offers a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
[DEAD] Used Sennheiser HD 429 S for $18
This sold out as of 8/15/15… Actually in this case, I am the guilty one – I scooped up the last one for review and comparison purposes…
[DEAD] Used Hifiman HE 500 planars for $374
As of 8/15/15 recheck, this sold out… As of the time of writing, according to the Amazon shopping cart, there are two units of the Hifiman HE 500 planars in “Used – Good” condition (repackaged with some cosmetic imperfections) for $374~, sold by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual. These average 4.6 out of 5 based on 83 customer reviews. Solar farm to power them not included 😉
Used AKG K550 closed-back for $103~
The closed-back over-ear AKG K550 headphones are available in “Used – Very Good” condition for $103~ by Amazon Warehouse Deals. They have three separate listings as such, so there’s the possibility of price pressure building and pushing them into double figures but that’s only generalized speculation.
[DEAD] Used Fiio X1 DAP for $77.50
Just like the previous time, the used option at this price got scooped up real fast… The Fiio X1 digital audio player goes for $100 in new condition, but if you prefer to save some, you can get it in “Used – Very Good” condition in the gold color scheme for $77.50 with free shipping by Aamzon Warehouse Deals actual. Supplies may be limited. The description says damaged original packaging.
Used Koss SP540 Over Ears for $100 [updated]
On the other hand, you can get the closed-back Koss SP540 full size (over-ear) headphones in “Used – Very Good” condition for around $100 by Amazon Warehouse Deals.
The new condition sale ended: The closed-back Koss SP540 full size (over-ear) headphones are currently going for $130~ in the frustration free packaging option at amazon.com, with a limit of five. They are however in “temporarily out of stock”. The standard packaging is in-stock but at $150.
Used Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless for $316 [updated]
The Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless headphone system (one pair of headphones, one transmitter base) goes for $450 in new condition at authorized dealers but if you want to save some, you can get it in “Used – Good” condition for $316 (was $337) by Amazon Warehouse Deals. They also have a couple of listings in “Used – Very Good” condition for $360.
Used Hifiman RE-600 Songbird for $130 [updated]
The Hifiman RE-600 Songbird in-ears are available in “Used – Acceptable” condition for $130 by Amazon Warehouse Deals actual or “Used – Very Good” condition for $140 by seller HeadAmp with the order fulfilled by Amazon.
PS: there is a listing for $130 by a different seller which says one side is louder than the other, so that’s probably as big of a red flag as far as red flags go 🙂
Used (store display) Fiio E17K DAC-Amp for $110
The Fiio E17K ALPEN 2 USB DAC and headphone amp is currently available in “Used – Like New” condition with the description “store display in original box” for $110 with free shipping by seller “All About Office” (99%, 8500+ ratings) through Amazon Warehouse Deals. This ships from All About Office so it is not eligible for Prime benefits.
Used Audio Technica ATHRE700 for $53
On the used front, the brown color scheme of the Audio Technica ATH-RE700 is currently available in “Used – Good” condition for around $53 by Amazon Warehouse Deals. The new condition goes for $80 to $100 depending on the seller.
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