Best Studio Headphones Under 500

[External PSU] THIS IS A GREAT BUY!!!!BEST MIC YOU CAN GET FOR UNDER 500!!!...WILL BE BUYING FROM THEM AGAIN VERY SOON!!@@!!!! JW

[0.175 lb] Saw these headphones listed as PC Magazine's Best for Affordable Studio Headphones, and I totally agree. I haven't used them for any studio stuff, but they're great for gaming and streaming. Very pleased with what you get for the price. Comfortable, great sound, and cool features (can plug into the left or right side, plug has a lock on it, comes with color bands to identify each chord, adjustable head band).

[1/4" TRS] I have had these headphones for almost 10 years. In these 10 years, they have been THE BEST headphones I have used for mixing. I have used a bunch of headphones and studio monitors in that time, and nothing has beat them out, not even the infamous Sony 7506 (given, cheaper, but more prevalent headphones in studios) Things to note with these headphones; they are not super low end present. If you are getting these to listen to consumer music, you may not like them because they are not "boomy" or "full". These headphones are for users who are looking for definition and clarity for making a solid mix. The other note is a MINOR complaint; the part of the headset that rests on the top of your head/hair has worn out for me. The muffs also wore out, but I replaced them. If there is a way to replace the foam under the band, please let me know because I would love to have them looking brand new again. I broke the cable that came with the headphones by accidentally vacuuming it about 2 years in (stupid, I know), but the detachable cable saved me some money. Also nice if you want to swap out different size cables. I would highly recommend these to anyone looking to invest in headphones for studio mixing.

[Closed-Back] Best headphones I've ever owned! Outstanding!

[0.115 lb] Simply put, these are the best studio headphones I’ve ever had. Thank you!

[Proprietary] the Studio Monitor Headphones are very well made and have excellent sound quality.

[20 x 12.5 x 7"] Studio use. Sturdy, compact....better than most. All is good... Best I've seen

[1/4"] I have a pair of Sony MDR-V6 headphones, and the SMH-500 has a very similar fit and sound. They are very comfortable on the head. With the SMH-500 being available in the mid $30 range on sale, I'd grab a pair over the more expensive Sonys.

[Silicone] I tried all the In-Ear headphones from the BandH store and these were the winners. These $60 dollar headphones are better than $500 or $1000 headphones. I had to return several expensive headphones to finally keep these Sennheiser IE 4. The best sound my ears have ever heard.

[0.48 lb] Never lose track of your headphones in a crowded studio again. And keep it off your gear!