Need a Headset under 1k. Purpose: Movies and Music

[Vyom]

Let me first start by saying that I have no idea of headphone/headset. (I don't even know the difference between them. I think Headphone + mic = Headset. But then why are some products categorized under Headphones have mics! )

I been using cheap Rs 150-200 local headsets all these years. And for the last year been using my phone's headphone. But now I want a taste of good headphone/headset. So this time I am ready to buy one for under Rs 1000. And after searching for a good one on FK, I am square one. Too many brands. Too many options.
I have no idea if local brands like Logitech/iBall should be considered. And I don't know if buying a low-end but renowned brand like Philips is worth too. So I need help.

My main purpose would be to listen to movies and occasional music. Gaming is not a preference. Can I have options for headphones with Bass in my budget?!

Update: Headphone bought. Sennheiser HD 201
Post: *www.thinkdigit.com/forum/audio/170275-need-headset-under-1k-purpose-movies-music.html#post1855048

 

[tkin]

Do you need a mic?

And second, are you open to the idea of IEMs? Do you need a headphone or will an earphone do?

 

[aaruni]

i think OP needs mic also

 

[furious_gamer]

@Vyom

How about SkullCandy IEMs. It's too good and bass is nice.

 

[tkin]

@Vyom

How about SkullCandy IEMs. It's too good and bass is nice.

You too?

 

[aaruni]

I think Vyom forgot to mention in his thread that he doesn't want IEMs, proper headset, iirc, he said he needed video chatting too. (on irc).

my suggestion - *www.flipkart.com/iball-rocky-headset/p/itmczcpveym4phyh?pid=ACCCWPDRN5YFGRMJ&ref=f74e5e98-31c0-4b13-99f9-2e8bc690dda4&srno=t_1&otracker=from-search&query=iball%20rocky

 

[furious_gamer]

You too?

I don't understand why facepalm?

 

[Nanducob]

For me,SoundMagic es 18 was a good upgrade from the headsets that came with Nokia/Samsung,though it lacks a mic,but sounds great.

 

[tkin]

I don't understand why facepalm?

Skullcandy headsets are cr@p, really bad, if you think they sound good wait till you hear a soundmagic set.

 

[furious_gamer]

^^ I don't know the exact model number, but that one was good. I am not comparing with SoundMagic, but i felt for such low price Skull Candy offers decent performance. The one i am talking about costs me around 600 bucks.

 

[axes2t2]

Buy a cheap one for chatting,save up again then buy a good one for movies/music.And buy something which covers your whole ears.

 

[tkin]

^^ I don't know the exact model number, but that one was good. I am not comparing with SoundMagic, but i felt for such low price Skull Candy offers decent performance. The one i am talking about costs me around 600 bucks.

Soundmagic is better overall than skullcandy, previously I used to think my Sony XB series IEM was great, then I heard soundmagic

 

[5fusion]

Skullcandy headsets are cr@p, really bad, if you think they sound good wait till you hear a soundmagic set.

Soundmagic blows away everything around them in whatever price range they fall in
@vyom.. better get an iem than a full size headphone in that budget

 

[Minion]

^^ I don't know the exact model number, but that one was good. I am not comparing with SoundMagic, but i felt for such low price Skull Candy offers decent performance. The one i am talking about costs me around 600 bucks.

Sound Magic ES18 will only cost you 550 bucks.

 

[Vyom]

I am dazzled by the burst of sudden replies in under about an hour! I went to market today, but decided not to purchase any headset without any suggestions from this thread. So thanks everyone.

Do you need a mic?
And second, are you open to the idea of IEMs? Do you need a headphone or will an earphone do?

No. I was using my phone's IEM (LG P500) for about a year now. Now I need a headset.

How about SkullCandy IEMs. It's too good and bass is nice.

See above.

Buy a cheap one for chatting,save up again then buy a good one for movies/music.And buy something which covers your whole ears.

Yes, I am looking for something which covers my whole ears. But no I don't want to save for later. I intend to buy now.

@vyom.. better get an iem than a full size headphone in that budget

If I consider a budget of 1000 in front of 150-200 which I was spending till now, I think it's a good budget!

Sound Magic ES18 will only cost you 550 bucks.

That's a good headphone, but I need head set.

I might have to go for iBall Rocky suggested by Aaruni, if there are no other options in this budget!

 

[tkin]

I am dazzled by the burst of sudden replies in under about an hour! I went to market today, but decided not to purchase any headset without any suggestions from this thread. So thanks everyone.



No. I was using my phone's IEM (LG P500) for about a year now. Now I need a headset.



See above.



Yes, I am looking for something which covers my whole ears. But no I don't want to save for later. I intend to buy now.



If I consider a budget of 1000 in front of 150-200 which I was spending till now, I think it's a good budget!



That's a good headphone, but I need head set.

I might have to go for iBall Rocky suggested by Aaruni, if there are no other options in this budget!

Raise budget and get this: Sennheiser HD 201 Headphone | eBay

Anything less is worthless, better save the cash and buy that later.

 

[Vyom]

Raise budget and get this: Sennheiser HD 201 Headphone | eBay

Anything less is worthless, better save the cash and buy that later.

I understand that that Sennheiser is a good headphone. But it have got mixed reviews on FK. Bass doesn't seem to be at par with the price! Also, lack of mic is a deal breaker. I expect a mic at this price point!

So are there no other good choices?

 

[tkin]

I understand that that Sennheiser is a good headphone. But it have got mixed reviews on FK. Bass doesn't seem to be at par with the price! Also, lack of mic is a deal breaker. I expect a mic at this price point!

So are there no other good choices?

For this budget the only HP you'll get are zebronics, frontech, iball, try them on, they lack bass, treble and high and are guaranteed to break after 6 months else full refund

 

[Neo]

Raise budget and get this: Sennheiser HD 201 Headphone | eBay

Anything less is worthless, better save the cash and buy that later.

This. I won't call this as a headset for audiophiles, but its the best at your budget.
Or you cab save up a little more and get 202

 

[Vyom]

Ain't that true! I have on an average bought at least one low end headphones each year for the past 4 years. Didn't buy last year, since voice from the default headphone of my phone was great, with great bass.

I was just asking whether we have more choices around 1k with mic with them. If not, I will keep HD 201 in consideration. One thing which also surprise me is the difference of prices between ebay and FK!