Headphones...opinions please.

I'm looking for a good set of earphones for my SOV GT.
Any opinions and experiences will be most appreciated.

The phones that came with the GT are sorry to say the least.

P.S. I'm considering Killer B's "wasp".

TIA
Ralph

Black Widows, Killer B's, Gray Ghost, Detectorpro Uniprobe with its headset........

Ralph,The Killer Bs are great phones.Thats what i use.With my GT an all my CZs

i use Grey Ghost Jolly Rogers on my GT's  and love em. lifetime warranty is good too,though iv never needed it.

Hi Ralph, Like the others I like Black Widows, Gray Ghosts, Killr Bees and Jolly Roger's aren't bad.  These are premium phones that fit around the ear and not on them so they are very comforable and adjustable for sound volume and quality.  

Guys using the cheap ones don't know what they are missing as they can give the whisper tones for the deep coins that are on edge.

Thanks for the replies folks. When you need help, go with experience.

Now to fine tune my choice.

HH

Ralph

Over here in the U.K I've always used phones from the Detector Pro range.  They are all quality built and produce quality audio.  I'm currently using the Black Widows as I detect the beaches with my XLT and need to cut out a lot more of the wind and surf.   

Ralph,

Be good if you could try different headphones to see which ones better fit the ears.

Phones with smaller cups will pinch your ears - which gets painful after a few minutes.

I bought the Gray Ghosts to go with my Sovereign GT.

They work well, and really keep out exterior noises.

Definitely avoid cheap headphones.

I bought a  pair of bargain priced 'metal detecting headphones' from a well known metal detector store on eBay.

They looked great in the photo.

But when they arrived, the first thing you notice is a big sticker affixed to the headphones that reads:

'Warning: This product contains chemicals that cause cancer and birth defects. Wash hands after handling.'

And of course, they are made in China.

Even worse, the cord is too short to reach most metal detectors, and even at full volume you can barely hear from them.

And I'm not too comfortable wrapping my head with cancer causing chemicals.

The quality headphones do cost more, but with brands like Detector Pro who make Gray Ghost & Black Widow, you get a lifetime warranty and 'made in America' product.

Bill

Thanks Bill,

I'm leaning more to the Black Widows, with the Killer B's a close second.
I like the idea that both cups are adjustable for volume. (old age).

I think both models have large enough ear pieces to fit completely over the ears. The
ones I use now need to be constantly adjusted to relieve the pinching

With any luck, I'll hit a good find that will pay for whatever I get.
Like my GT being paid off with the last ring that I scooped up.

Thanks all.

Ralph

Ralph,

That storm that's supposed to hit this morning is predicted to cause some beach erosion - could be what you need to find treasure!

Just stay out of the water until the currents settle down.  Its pretty rough out there right now.

And if you want those Chinese cancer causing headphones, I'll be happy to give them to you.

Bill

Well Bill, I appreciate the most kind offer but I have in hand a fine example of communist china's slave labor products. (thanks to the politicians!)

Ralph

you get a lifetime warranty and 'made in America' product.

Bill

I checked my wife's toushie, it says "Made in Philippines"....

"I checked my wife's toushie, it says "Made in Philippines".

But, Treasure_Hunter... will it stretch to fit over both ears!!??
... you got'a picture!?

Hi Ralph, Like the others I like Black Widows, Gray Ghosts, Killr Bees and Jolly Roger's aren't bad.  These are premium phones that fit around the ear and not on them so they are very comforable and adjustable for sound volume and quality.  

Guys using the cheap ones don't know what they are missing as they can give the whisper tones for the deep coins that are on edge.

I totally agree with Sandman 

Ralph,

I just received an email from Kellyco - they are offering a special price on the Detector Pro Accusound Pro headphones - normally $149, but now $79.

The Accusound Pro headphones have dual volume controls, are made in America with lifetime warrantee.

DetectorPro makes the Gray Ghosts and Black Widows, so they do have a lot of experience with Headphones.

At $79, I think I'm going to get a pair just to have them as backups.

Find a description of the headphones at http://www.kellycodetectors.com/accessories/accusound.htm

The only place I found with the special price is http://www.kellycodetectors.com/san...ta_accessories&utm_medium=email

Bill

Thanks Bill, I've already taken delivery on the Black Widows.
They seem to sound a lot different then the others. I'll have to get used to them.

The adjustable dials sure made me aware of the deficiency in my left ear.

Ralph

does someone make a amplified pair? i have about 35% hearing loss and i need some LOUD headphones!!!!

I am not sure if my Black Widow headphones are amplified or not, but they can be adjusted louder than I can stand them.

http://www.detectorpro.com/headphones.htm

Sandman nailed it again. The near deaf will have no problem using the BW's.

Ralph

I'm looking for a good set of earphones for my SOV GT.
Any opinions and experiences will be most appreciated.

The phones that came with the GT are sorry to say the least.

P.S. I'm considering Killer B's "wasp".

TIA
Ralph

I just purchased a Sov GT, don't know what headphones came with your unit. Mine came with the Koss UR30's.  The following remarks came from another MD'ng site.  I like the lifetime warranty, I've only been out once and the headphones seemed ok. The only comparison that I have is to the phones hardwired to my Dual Field.

In my first years of treasure hunting I went through a few different brands of headphones, they all did not last long, until I discovered Koss headphones. Their excellent sound quality, durability, and life-time warranty made me forget other brands forever. Since 1996, I have used only three pairs of Koss headphones, each "exhausted" pair was replaced by the manufacturer at no cost, no questions asked.

When I got my Explorer II, I was pleasantly surprised to find a collapsible Koss headphones along with my new machine in a box. Finally the Minelab gave up issuing the poorly designed set, which would last only a month of excessive detecting, in favor of a high quality and timeless brand.
Koss Headphones UR-30

Koss Headphones UR-30


Collapsible Headphones Easily Fit Into A Cargo Pocket

Collapsible Design

KOSS UR-30 SPECIFICATIONS:

Frequency Response: 18-20,000 Hz
Impedance: 100 ohms
Weight: 12 oz.
Sensitivity: 101 dBSPL/1mW
Distortion: <0.2%
High Fidelity Stereophone utilizes an anisotropic magnet and 1.4 mil mylar element for deep bass and tremble clarity
Closed, leatherette ear cushion creates a seal around the ear for outstanding bass performance and isolation
Built for maximum durability
Collapsible design allows for maximum portability, easy storage, and protection
Straight, single entry 8 foot cord for home and portable use
Includes 1/8" and 1/4" stereo plugs for home and portable use
Life-Time Warranty

You can find and compare Specifications, Features, Prices, Users' Reviews and Ratings - all helpful Information, for headphones designed for metal detecting at Headphones Reviews Page.