Looking for headphone recommendations, ~$50 max

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Hey all, I'm looking to buy a new pair of headphones, somewhere in the ~$50 range.

I'm going to be in Japan for about 4 months, commuting by train everyday, so I want to invest in some decent headphones, with either noise canceling or good sound proofing.

Sound quality needs to be decent of course, but I'm only going to be listening to MP3s, so it's not like I need studio quality headphones or anything. Also, I don't like earbuds, they bug my ears.

I was looking at these, but the reviews are kind of mixed. http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR-NC6-N...ling-Headphones/dp/B000629GES/ref=pd_bbs_sr_6?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1204 602145&sr=8-6

Thanks in advance, I look forward to your suggestions
 
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Don't go with the Sony's...just no.

For your budget and what you're looking for, here are a few suggestions.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IBRX4M
I bought this pair for my friend and she loves them. She'd been using stock iPod earbuds before this and when she switched to these headphones, it was so different that the new pair gave her a headache. These were that good for her. Granted, it'll be a different experience depending on your ears, so grain of salt and whatnot.

http://www.amazon.com/Koss-PortaPro...1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1204616690&sr=1-1
The Koss phones might be a bit ugly, but they aren't slouches in the auditory department. They're backed by lifetime warranties and are affordable. Good phones, good quality and a good price.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=02RGMMV3R9P2CW70KS3D
Then we have the Sennheiser 202s, they're affordable and good sounding as well. They're pretty durable and are closed headphones, so they'll do a good job at keeping noise out.

But for just a little more, why not get a higher quality headphone, no? I present to you the Sennheiser HD-280s.
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0C61SQ6YWJEQVES2TBWE
They're a great set of headphones and are just downright comfortable, also. Plus with the code 'HCZEXRI7' you get 30% off the price. Which makes it a great deal at $70. Though the deal does end on March 4th, so that's today...yeah.

So far, these are the ones I can think of off the top of my head within your budget. I'll post again if I can think of any more.

Sorry if I went a little overboard. I get unnaturally excited whenever anyone is in need of headphone shopping. I've owned most of these pairs with the exception of the 202s. My first pairs were the Sony MDR-500s, then the MDR-700s. I was fine until I listened to a friend's Sennheiser HD-580. Then it was over. I'm currently using the Beyerdynamic DT-880 Pros and am in love..they're a bit pricier but just so comfortable and so great sounding.

Anyway, I'm going on a tangent. Sorry.
 
You want to sit/stand around on a crowded train in Japan with these things attached to your head? You said no earbuds, but the Skullcandy Ink'd are inner ear types with the silicone sleeves that do an outstanding job at blocking out noise and sound great. End up turning down the volume most of the time in fact. Priced around 10 to 15 you won't cry if you lose or break them. CC has the white color for 7.99 online and the other colors 14.99. Bought mine at FYE last summer for 9.99 on sale. I love them.
 
Thanks for all the recommendations, I actually ended up going with the Panasonics (in green though). The PortaPros were tempting, but ultimately I decided I wanted a bit more isolation from outside sounds. And the Panasonic headphones look pretty cool. Again, thanks!
 
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