What are the best headphones with a detachable cable under $100?

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Best headphones with a detachable cable under $100	Price	Weight	Type
-- Monoprice MHP 839 ( 108323 )	$34.95	300g	Over-ear / Closed-back
-- Audio-Technica ATH-M40x	$99	240 g ( Without Cable )	Over-ear / Closed-back

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Monoprice MHP 839 ( 108323 )

Top Pro

Two headphone cables are included

One cable is thinner and shorter which is great for mobile use. The other is longer and thicker which should work better when using the headphones indoors. See More

Top Con

Feels cheap and flimsy

These headphones can creak and flex a lot. Some may also find that these are too light for their size. See More

Specs

Weight:300g

Type:Over-ear / Closed-back

Frequency Response:20 Hz - 20000 Hz

Impedance:40 ohms

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Top Pro

Removable cable

The cable is connected to the left ear cup via a 3.5mm cable, which can easily be removed. Storing the headphones or replacing a broken cable should be very easy to do. See More

Top Con

Pads can get warm pretty quickly

The ear pads do provide ample cushioning, but they also trap heat, causing your ears to get warm really quick. You may need to take these off periodically so you can cool off. See More

Top Pro

Ear cup position can be adjusted in a variety of ways

You can wear these the conventional way, or you can also choose to use these DJ style, where only one ear cup is held to the ear. See More

Top Con

Strong clamping force can cause discomfort

The strong clamp may feel like it's squeezing your head which can get uncomfortable after a while. See More

Top Pro

Nice sounding headphones that are great for casual, studio or mobile use

The MHP 839 is very versatile. The sound signature is enjoyable, and can work well with a variety of genres. It also offers good passive noise isolation for studio/DJ use. The collapsible design with removable cables make it easy to bring on the go. This combination of features is rarely seen in the price range. See More

Top Pro

Rich and forward mids with good bass

The mids are the star of the MHP 839’s sound signature. They are forward and have good clarity, making vocals and guitars sound really prominent, and gives the overall sound a distinctly warm feel. The bass is very good. While not very forward, it is full, has good punch and comes off as quite natural. The top highs are rolled off, which may muddle some of the music’s details. However, this also results in a smooth sound, as there is little to no harshness. See More

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Audio-Technica ATH-M40x

Top Con

Incompatible with cables from other brands

Only Audio Technica cables can be used with these headphones. See More

Top Pro

Fairly neutral sound signature

Sound signature is quite accurate, almost flat. Bass is much more controlled instead of boomy, while there is a slight elevation on the highs, resulting in extra energy and detail up top. These offer a nice middle ground between a fun sound and a more reference/analytical sound signature. This sound quality makes the headphones quite versatile as music enjoyment headphones or studio-use cans. See More

Specs

Weight:240 g ( Without Cable )

Type:Over-ear / Closed-back

Frequency Response:15 Hz - 24,000 Hz

Impedance:35 Ohms

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Top Pro

These have a high quality and durable feel

The M40xs feel solid and are known to be quite durable. The plastics used in the build do not easily flex or make creaks, giving the impression that these can last quite a long time. See More

Top Pro

Can be used in noisy environments

The over-ear, closed back design along with the thick pleather ear pads can block out quite a lot of ambient noise, and will help users to focus in on the music. These make the headphones great for travel or for mixing/monitoring use. See More

Top Pro

Comes with two detachable cables

The headphones come with a straight cable and a coiled cable, making them useful in the studio or while walking. See More

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What are the best headphones with a detachable cable under $100?

2 Options Considered

Monoprice MHP 839 ( 108323 )

My Recommendation for Monoprice MHP 839 ( 108323 )

My Recommendation for Monoprice MHP 839 ( 108323 )

Two headphone cables are included

Feels cheap and flimsy

Removable cable

Pads can get warm pretty quickly

Ear cup position can be adjusted in a variety of ways

Strong clamping force can cause discomfort

Nice sounding headphones that are great for casual, studio or mobile use

Rich and forward mids with good bass

Audio-Technica ATH-M40x

My Recommendation for Audio-Technica ATH-M40x

My Recommendation for Audio-Technica ATH-M40x

Incompatible with cables from other brands

Fairly neutral sound signature

These have a high quality and durable feel

Can be used in noisy environments

Comes with two detachable cables

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