{"id":25242,"date":"2021-02-12T14:24:45","date_gmt":"2021-02-12T13:24:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/?p=25242"},"modified":"2024-04-09T11:51:35","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T09:51:35","slug":"best-budget-headphones-radio-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/best-budget-headphones-radio-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Best budget headphones for Radio 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When starting a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/create-radio\" target=\"_blank\">radio project<\/a>, you don&rsquo;t necessarily have a big budget, however that doesn&rsquo;t mean that you can&rsquo;t get good quality headphones! <!--more--> We tend to assume that high-quality and high-pricing go hand in hand, as is often the case. Nevertheless, there are still some great options when it comes to choosing headphones for recording or broadcasting live on your radio station, even on a budget!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"407\" height=\"613\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25244 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 407px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 407\/613;width:204px;height:307px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 407w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview-199x300.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 199w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview-400x602.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview-200x301.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview-50x75.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 407px) 100vw, 407px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"407\" height=\"613\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25244\" style=\"width:204px;height:307px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 407w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview-199x300.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 199w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview-400x602.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview-200x301.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AKG_K_52-removebg-preview-50x75.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 407px) 100vw, 407px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#fb5e30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">1\/ AKG K-52: $28<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AKG is well known for their selection of affordable headphones, so we&rsquo;re starting this article off with the <strong>AKG K-52.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span style=\"color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Build<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The headphones have a <strong>light-weight<\/strong> metal frame, and a flexible <strong>self-adjusting<\/strong> headband that provides a great fit. They come with a (non-detachable) 2.5 m cable with 3.5 mm jack and 6.3 mm adapter. The earpads have a flexible base that allows them to move in all directions which, in turn, ensures a proper fit. Plus, they are replaceable so you can easily change them if they wear out over time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span style=\"color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Sound<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The K-52 are what we call \u00ab\u00a0<strong>closed-back headphones<\/strong>\u00ab\u00a0, which means that they only allow sound out where it can reach your ear. This is particularly handy for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/building-radio-studio-part-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">studio purposes<\/a><\/strong>, as they isolate you from surrounding noises and provide minimal sound leakage. The frequency ranges from <strong>18-20000 Hz<\/strong>, and the overall sound has an open, airy quality to it compared to other headphones in this price range. Overall, they&rsquo;re a great pair of studio headphones for your radio broadcasting or podcasting needs.<\/p>\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href='https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/akg_k_52.htm' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_extra eckosc_button_position_center eckosc_button_rounded' style='background-color:#904fad;' target='_blank'' data-color='#904fad'>Purchase the AKG K-52 here!<\/a>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#fb5e30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">2\/ Audio-Technica ATH-M20x: $48<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"499\" height=\"499\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25248 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 499px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 499\/499;width:250px;height:250px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 499w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-300x300.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 300w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-150x150.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 150w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-400x400.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-200x200.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-50x50.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"499\" height=\"499\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25248\" style=\"width:250px;height:250px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 499w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-300x300.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 300w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-150x150.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 150w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-400x400.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-200x200.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/audio-technica-ath-m20x-headphone-zone-13979077017663_2000x-removebg-preview-50x50.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now on to the Audio-Technica ATH-M20x closed-back headphones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span style=\"color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Build<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The build is made from plastic, which is to be expected for headphones in this price range. Nevertheless, they feel solid and are well-padded around the ears and headband which provides a nice level of comfort. The earpads also have great vertical movement which provides a great fit too, plus they are equipped with headband adjustment rails. They also come with a (non-detachable) <strong>3 m cable with 3.5 mm jack plug<\/strong>, and a <strong>6.3 mm adapter. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span style=\"color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Sound<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to sound quality, the ATH-M20x does not disappoint! Whether you&rsquo;re using them <strong>at home<\/strong> or <strong>in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/building-radio-studio-part-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">studio<\/a><\/strong>, the clarity of the sound is impressive. As a pair of <strong>closed-back headphones<\/strong>, they do a great job at cancelling out any background noise and there is very little leakage. The detail that you get from the audio is incredibly <strong>detailed<\/strong> and <strong>transparent<\/strong> for the price point of these headphones. Overall, they are a great choice for any type of use, and any genre of music.<\/p>\n\n\n<a href='https:\/\/www.thomannmusic.com\/audio_technica_ath_m20_x.htm' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_extra eckosc_button_position_center eckosc_button_rounded' style='background-color:#904fad;' target='_blank'' data-color='#904fad'>Purchase the Audio-Technica ATH-M20x here!<\/a>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/create-radio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"228\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-640x228.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23709 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-640x228.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 640w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-300x107.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 300w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-768x273.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 768w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-1240x441.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 1240w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-860x306.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 860w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-680x242.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 680w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-500x178.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 500w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-400x142.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-200x71.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-50x18.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 1242w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 640px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 640\/228;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-640x228.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-640x228.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 640w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-300x107.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 300w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-768x273.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 768w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-1240x441.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 1240w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-860x306.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 860w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-680x242.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 680w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-500x178.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 500w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-400x142.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-200x71.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7-50x18.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BLOG7.png?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 1242w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#fb5e30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">3\/ AKG K240: $55<\/span> <\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"431\" height=\"600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25252 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 431px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 431\/600;width:216px;height:300px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 431w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800-216x300.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 216w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800-400x557.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800-200x278.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800-50x70.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 431px) 100vw, 431px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"431\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25252\" style=\"width:216px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 431w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800-216x300.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 216w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800-400x557.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800-200x278.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9536205_800-50x70.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 431px) 100vw, 431px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We&rsquo;re now onto our second pair of AKG headphones in this best-budget list. Let&rsquo;s take a look at the K240.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Build<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>They come with a <strong>3m detachable cable<\/strong> as well as a professional <strong>mini XLR connector<\/strong>, and a <strong>6.3 mm jack adaptor<\/strong>. Much like the AKG K-52, they have a self-adjusting headband which allows for a great fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Sound<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the previous headphones in this list, the AKG K240 are <strong>semi-open<\/strong>. This ultimately means that they will provide some sound isolation, but also a little leakage. The frequency ranges from <strong>15 &#8211; 25,000 Hz<\/strong>, if you&rsquo;re looking for studio headphones that provide a clean, natural sound then you&rsquo;ll enjoy the K240. <\/p>\n\n\n<a href='https:\/\/www.thomannmusic.com\/akg_k_240_studio_kopfhoerer.htm' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_extra eckosc_button_position_center eckosc_button_rounded' style='background-color:#904fad;' target='_blank'' data-color='#904fad'>Purchase the AKG K240 here!<\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#fb5e30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">4\/ Shure SRH440: $70<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"441\" height=\"600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25254 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 441px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 441\/600;width:221px;height:300px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 441w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1-221x300.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 221w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1-400x544.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1-200x272.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1-50x68.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 441px) 100vw, 441px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"441\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25254\" style=\"width:221px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 441w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1-221x300.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 221w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1-400x544.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1-200x272.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9711575_800-1-50x68.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 441px) 100vw, 441px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We&rsquo;ve not doubt that you&rsquo;ve heard of Shure before, they&rsquo;ve been a major player in the audio industry for almost 100 years! But have you heard of the SRH440?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Build<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the build of the SRH440 feels pretty solid (although some might use the term \u00ab\u00a0bulky\u00a0\u00bb to describe them). The earpads rotate in order to ensure a nice fit, and are replaceable should they wear out over time. They also come with a <strong>detachable 3m spiral cord<\/strong> as well as a <strong>6.3 mm screw-on jack adapter.<\/strong> They also fold nicely into the provided travel bag, which is a plus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Sound<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As a pair of <strong>closed-back headphones<\/strong>, they do a good job of isolating surrounding sounds however if you&rsquo;re in a crowded area, they won&rsquo;t completely block out background noises. If you&rsquo;re planning on using them in a studio setting, they&rsquo;ll do the job. They have a frequency range of <strong>10 &#8211; 22000 Hz<\/strong>, and also include <strong>40mm drivers<\/strong> that make the bass tones strong and high pitches bright.<\/p>\n\n\n<a href='https:\/\/thomannmusic.com\/shure_studio_headphones.html' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_extra eckosc_button_position_center eckosc_button_rounded' style='background-color:#904fad;' target='_blank'' data-color='#904fad'>Purchase the Shure SRH440 here!<\/a>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"524\" height=\"600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25257 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 524px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 524\/600;width:262px;height:300px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 524w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-262x300.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 262w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-500x573.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 500w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-400x458.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-200x229.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-50x57.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 524px) 100vw, 524px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"524\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25257\" style=\"width:262px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 524w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-262x300.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 262w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-500x573.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 500w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-400x458.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-200x229.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/14441919_800-50x57.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 524px) 100vw, 524px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#fb5e30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">5\/ AKG K361: $78<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the third, and most expensive pair of AKG headphones in this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Build<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The comfort of the K361 is incredible for this price point. The earpads are made from <strong>memory foam<\/strong>, and adapt nicely to the comfort of the user. The earpads also fold in, making the K361 great for carrying around in the supplied travel bag. The headphones come with 2 <strong>detachable cables<\/strong> (3 m and 1.2 m long) as well as a 6.3 mm adapter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Sound<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The overall sound of the K361 is pretty balanced. Again, these are <strong>closed-back headphones<\/strong> and for the low-budget price, they do a rather good job of isolating background noises, great for studio purposes. The frequency ranges from <strong>15 \u2013 28000 Hz<\/strong>, and although you may find the sound slightly lighter than it&rsquo;s more expensive competitors, it still has a clean, sharp sound to it. <\/p>\n\n\n<a href='https:\/\/www.thomannmusic.com\/akg_k_361.htm' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_extra eckosc_button_position_center eckosc_button_rounded' style='background-color:#904fad;' target='_blank'' data-color='#904fad'>Purchase the AKG K361 here!<\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#fb5e30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">6\/ Beyerdynamic DT-770 M: $140<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"563\" height=\"600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25258 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 563px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 563\/600;width:282px;height:300px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 563w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-282x300.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 282w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-500x533.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 500w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-400x426.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-200x213.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-50x53.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 563px) 100vw, 563px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"563\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25258\" style=\"width:282px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 563w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-282x300.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 282w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-500x533.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 500w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-400x426.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 400w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-200x213.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 200w, https:\/\/b3213589.smushcdn.com\/3213589\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9154531_800-50x53.jpg?lossy=0&amp;strip=1&amp;webp=1 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 563px) 100vw, 563px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Last but definitely not least we have the Beyerdynamic DT-770 M, the most expensive headphones in our best budget list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Build<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s dive straight in by saying that Beyerdynamic know what they&rsquo;re doing when it comes to comfort. These headphones are extremely <strong>well-fitting<\/strong> and have <strong>plenty of plush<\/strong> around the earpads and headband which means that you can wear them for hours on end. They come with a 3m cord that has an integrated volume control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#904fad\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Sound<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>These headphones are extremely popular amongst drummers and general <strong>in-studio use<\/strong>. The main event when it comes to these headphones is the incredible <strong>noise isolation <\/strong>that they provide (35 dBA), the outside world simply disappears when you put them on. When it comes to the sound itself, it&rsquo;s incredibly <strong>balanced<\/strong> and <strong>honest<\/strong>. You may have to spend a little extra cash compared to other choices in this list, but it&rsquo;s hard to go wrong with the Beyerdynamic DT-770 M.<\/p>\n\n\n<a href='https:\/\/www.thomannmusic.com\/beyerdynamic_dt770m_monitorkopfhoerer.htm' class='eckosc eckosc_button font_alt eckosc_button_size_extra eckosc_button_position_center eckosc_button_rounded' style='background-color:#904fad;' target='_blank'' data-color='#904fad'>Purchase the Beyerdynamic DT-770 M here!<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope that this article has helped show you that you don&rsquo;t need to break the bank to find a good-quality set of headphones for your radio studio. If you try any of the headphones, let us know what you think in the comments below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking for a <strong>low-budget audio mixer<\/strong> for your radio station? 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