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Selection Guide: 10 Best Headphones

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Every once in a while we come across a simply outstanding headphone that we just can't quit talking about. In our review of the Top 10 Headphones for 2009, we highlight the cream of the crop, the very best headphones currently available at a variety of price points.  We have chosen 3 headphones under $75, 4 headphones from $75-$150, and 3 headphones in the over $150 category.

Also, check out our Top Picks including products for iPods & iPhones, best cheap headphones and our best headphones for Activities like travel, exercise and computer use.

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Koss KSC 75
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$19.99
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Koss KSC 75

Surprising high-performance clip-on headphones perfect under hats, caps & helmets.

Sony MDR-EX56LP
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$39.99
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Sony MDR-EX56LP

Very Good-Sounding Entry-Level In Ear Headphones for Active Use.

Maximo iMetal iM590 -Platinum White
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$49.00
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Maximo iMetal iM590 -Platinum White

Amazing earphones with simply incredible sound quality at the price. Platinum White.

Grado SR 60i
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$79.00
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Grado SR 60i

Revered budget favorite for budding audiophiles offers old school charm and excellent sound.

Sennheiser HD 448
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$99.95
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Sennheiser HD 448

Best Sennheiser headphones ever released at under-$100 price. Cool silver flash!

Audio-Technica ATH-M50
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$139.00
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Audio-Technica ATH-M50

Versatile great-sounding closed-back headphones with solid seal from outside noise. Fabulous sonic performance at a reasonable investment

DENON AH-D1001K
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$149.00
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DENON AH-D1001K

Small-sized high caliber sealed headphone. Incredible price-to-audio performance ratio.

DENON AH-D7000
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$999.99
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DENON AH-D7000

Stratospheric High-End Performance from DENON. A Grand Grand Headphone!

Sennheiser HD 800
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$1,399.95
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Sennheiser HD 800

Simply The World's Best Headphone! IN-STOCK!

Ultrasone Edition 8
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$1,499.00
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Ultrasone Edition 8

Uber upscale sealed reference headphones from Germany. Best portable headphones ever.

We review hundreds of headphones every year to find the best headphones to sell. Our brain-trust of headphone professionals conduct in-depth listening tests, measure performance in accordance with industry standards, and evaluate build quality, styling, and fit.  Headphones are assigned an all-around value rating according to these criteria and in respect to their price.  To learn more about how HeadRoom rates headphones, visit our Test Lab.