These discounted headphones are a great gift for music lovers
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We all have that one friend who always has their headphones in, no matter where they are. Those audiophiles among us likely wouldn't be caught dead listening to music with a pair of old, shoddy earbuds. Instead, they require a pair with super crisp, high audio quality. You know the type—maybe you even happen to be that friend. Well, if you want to save on some highly-rated headphones just in time for gift-giving season, we're here to tell you about a few exclusive discounts that you can get over at Drop.
Right now, you can use our exclusive discount to save $25 on the Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 6XX headphones and get them for just $195, or save $50 on the Massdrop X Beyerdynamic DT 177X GO Headphones, and get them for $400, simply (and only) by following our links. Both pairs are collaborations by Drop with two trusted and reputable audio brands. And both have near perfect 4.8-star ratings, which is pretty impressive if you ask us.
For those of you who aren't familiar with Drop, here's the rub on each pair of headphones:
Sennheiser: The HD 6XXs are open back headphones, which means they will leak sound and don’t offer noise cancellation, but that also means they provide a much higher sound quality than their closed back and noise-canceling counterparts. This is because manufacturers often invest more into noise-cancelling technology rather than well-made audio components, whereas the 6XXs were solely designed to provide the most accurate listening experience. So, if you like to feel as if you’re watching a musician play live in the front row, and you don’t mind a little sound leakage, then these are made for you.
Our executive editor, TJ Donegan, owns these and loves to use them at home or in the office. He confirmed their glowing reviews, stating, “the Sennheiser HD 6XX headphones are simply some of the best open-back headphones I've ever used, especially since the price is so reasonable. They're also extremely well-built, with a design that is easily repaired if you ever run into any issues.”
Beyerdynamic: On the other hand, the DT 177Xs feature a closed-back design so that your music won't be audible to those around you. They have a smooth sound and powerful bass, which makes them a favorite for music producers. They're also made with the softest sheepskin pads, so they're incredibly comfortable to wear even after extended use.
To access these deals, all you have to do is follow our links below and make sure you’re signed up for an account with Drop. You have until November 6 to save on the Sennheisers, or all the way until December 30 for the Beyerdynamics, so if you’re looking for a new headphone with spectacular sound quality to gift this year, or just want to get your hands on an incredible audiophile deal for yourself, look no further.
Get the Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 6XX headphones for $195 (Save $25)
Get the Massdrop X Beyerdynamic DT 177X GO Headphones for $400 (Save $50)
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