Please recommend me BT Headphones around ₹5000

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Mike Messiah

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Hey guys, i am not much of an audiophile. I have been using TWS earphones for years and they hurt after prolonged use. So i decided on Bluetooth Headphones. The following are my requirements
  1. Should have good build quality as i need it for long flights
  2. Should be light and comfortable.
  3. Decent Battery life, since weight and comfort is a concern for me
  4. USB-C charging
  5. Hopefully, USB playback support, as in, u plug into usb port and the PC detects it as a USB Headphone
  6. If not, at least 3.5mm jack support for connecting to computer.
  7. Sound Isolation/ANC features are bullshit IMO. They are barely functional in real life and add unnecessary extra cost. So i don't care about this feature. However i would like a design which ensures the guy sitting next to me can't hear what i'm listening.
Some headphone i DO NOT WANT- Sony CH 520. The cups are so small and it's so painful even over a short span of time. How the hell does it have such good reviews on Amazon. Do people have IRON instead of cartilage in their ears? Other headphones i don't want are those shiny tacky RGB ones eg. Boat Immortal IM 1300. I am too old to be seen wearing those.
I am 5ft 6 guy, so i'm not big, but i have a bit of a supandi head so need a flexible headphone.

I don't mind going a bit over 5000 if it's truly worth it.
Thanks in advance.
 
Mike Messiah said:
  1. Should be light and comfortable.
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The comfortable part is the hardest as you have to try it before. My ears are big and generally my ears hurt after a bit.
Mike Messiah said:
  1. Sound Isolation/ANC features are bullshit IMO. They are barely functional in real life and add unnecessary extra cost. So i don't care about this feature. However i would like a design which ensures the guy sitting next to me can't hear what i'm listening.
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That means good sound isolation.
Mike Messiah said:
Some headphone i DO NOT WANT- Sony CH 520. The cups are so small and it's so painful even over a short span of time. How the hell does it have such good reviews on Amazon. Do people have IRON instead of cartilage in their ears?
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Those are on ear. You are looking for over ear

Mike Messiah said:
Other headphones i don't want are those shiny tacky RGB ones eg. Boat Immortal IM 1300. I am too old to be seen wearing those.
I am 5ft 6 guy, so i'm not big, but i have a bit of a supandi head so need a flexible headphone.
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There was a time when getting a wireless set with a boom mic as it has was nigh on impossible.

Have you considered phone use? A boom mic will help big time isolating your voice as your mouth is closest to it.
 
FXGalvatron said:
Curious. What TWS do you use?
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SAMSUNG GALAXY Buds 2
blr_p said:
There was a time when getting a wireless set with a boom mic as it has was nigh on impossible.
Have you considered phone use? A boom mic will help big time isolating your voice as your mouth is closest to it.
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i dont want gaming headphones.. i want headphones i can use while traveling by flight. No need for voice or mic features. Just need to shut my eyes and listen to music in peace.
 
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Mike Messiah said:
SAMSUNG GALAXY Buds 2
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I have the buds pro which has been sitting in the drawer. Great sound, isolation etc. Bearable if not comfortable for long periods.

And then I have the buds live which isn't in the same league as the above but I use it all the time because it is comfortable.
Mike Messiah said:
i dont want gaming headphones.. i want headphones i can use while traveling by flight. No need for voice or mic features. Just need to shut my eyes and listen to music in peace.
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The why are you knocking noise cancelation? Constant engine noise is easier to cancel than say voices.
 
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idk but having used multiple tws from middle to high end and high end wireless over the ears like sony xm5's i've come to the conclusion wireless is over rated.

after some time they become really uncomfortable.. and ears get heated.. now whether thats due to the bluetooh signal or just the headphones itself im not sure.. maybe the headphones ive used they werent to my ear size.

but if i was in your shoes and after my personal experiences.. i would go for something like these:

www.headphonezone.in

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enc0dex264 said:
idk but having used multiple tws from middle to high end and high end wireless over the ears like sony xm5's i've come to the conclusion wireless is over rated.

after some time they become really uncomfortable.. and ears get heated.. now whether thats due to the bluetooh signal or just the headphones itself im not sure.. maybe the headphones ive used they werent to my ear size.

but if i was in your shoes and after my personal experiences.. i would go for something like these:

www.headphonezone.in

Truthear x Crinacle - ZERO:RED

Truthear x Crinacle ZERO:RED Dual Dynamic Driver In-Ear Monitor: Shop for in-ear earphones online at the best prices in India. Choose from ThieAudio, Vision Ears, Campfire Audio & Unique Melody earphones & more at Headphone Zone.
www.headphonezone.in www.headphonezone.in
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can attest to this i have used salnotes zero and wh1000-xm4's, in sound quality iems beat top of the line wireless headphones anyday
 
Afxal said:
can attest to this i have used salnotes zero and wh1000-xm4's, in sound quality iems beat top of the line wireless headphones anyday
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but the problem with IEMs is the comfort. Cant put them on for a long period.
FXGalvatron said:
Why not this? https://www.amazon.in/Sennheiser-Wireless-350BT-Black-Headphone/dp/B083MNJ2VX/ref=sr_1_5?crid=34P981LT48CHE&keywords=sennheiser+headphone&qid=1704391346&s=electronics&sprefix=senheiser+head,electronics,363&sr=1-5

I can't vouch for it, sorry. Maybe others may have a better opinion.
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no 3.5mm jack so its unusable on my PC
envira said:
SONY WH-XB700 Extra Bass Wireless Headphones are on sale in Croma. My cousin has them and they sound great.
Anker Soundcore Q20i is another best under 5k.
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its on ear and not over-the-year so its a no no on the comfort department.
Afxal said:
nah, jbl went downhill in budget products.
you can see the ratings and reviews. Anker also provides 18months warranty.
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can u recommend me something between 5000-9000
Afxal said:
can attest to this i have used salnotes zero and wh1000-xm4's, in sound quality iems beat top of the line wireless headphones anyday
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whats your opinion on this https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B07F62W3TQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A8X132UVYJ5A2&th=1
Srhythm NC25 It comes with a case which is nice and its less than 200grams
 
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Mike Messiah said:
but the problem with IEMs is the comfort. Cant put them on for a long period.

no 3.5mm jack so its unusable on my PC

its on ear and not over-the-year so its a no no on the comfort department.

can u recommend me something between 5000-9000

whats your opinion on this https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B07F62W3TQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A8X132UVYJ5A2&th=1
Srhythm NC25 It comes with a case which is nice and its less than 200grams
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cant comment on this brand as first time hearing about it, having used soundcore previously thus recommended.

@FXGalvatron 's suggestion is also very good, my friend uses the wired version of the same headphone since last 3 yr
 
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Mike Messiah said:
Srhythm NC25 It comes with a case which is nice and its less than 200grams
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Check the reviews on that listing.
Better to stick to well known brands. The SoundCore Q20 suggested above is pretty well known and has good reviews. If you have more budget look for their higher models.
Rest, it is your money so feel free to purchase any option.
If you do buy the Srhythm, do share your honest review here.
 
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Anyone know if the sonic lamb headphones are good or most articles positively praising them just puff pieces.
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Although still a work in progress, at ₹15,999 (later to be ₹19,999) the Sonic Lamb headphones are astonishingly good for the price.
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Mike Messiah said:
SAMSUNG GALAXY Buds 2
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Samsung galaxy buds range have been infamous for their fit for some time now. Have you tried any other iems.
I would also agree with another FM comment above to not completely give up on ANC. I have Akg n700, I like their Harman curve sound with extra sub-bass but these work wonder in flight canceling the low hum of the engines very well. Even good sealing iem would be better.
 
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