Beats by Dre hits its lowest price ever: the week's best deals on headphones

The week's best deals on headphones include an all-time low price on a Beats model, plus bargains on Sony, AutoTechnica, and more.

Find great bargains this week on Beats, Sony, Audio-Technica and Beyerdynamic headphones, including Bluetooth and noise-canceling models.

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February 21, 2015

For your listening and buying pleasure, we've rounded up the week's best headphone deals. Enjoy huge savings on brands like Beats by Dre and Sony, among others.

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones with Tascam Audio Recorder
Store: Adorama
Price: $274.99 via $25 mail-in rebate with free shipping
Lowest By: $162
Expires: March 31

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Is It Worth It?: We don't often see headphones bundled with other products, so don't miss this Editors' Choice offer that includes a recording device — at a $162 savings, no less! These Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones feature 45mm neodymium drivers, swivel earcups, and three detachable cables. The Tascam recorder features cardioid condenser microphones, dual-level recording, WiFi, two XLR combo jacks, and a programmable gain amplifier.

Beats by Dr. Dre Bluetooth Headphones
Store: Walmart
Price: $149 with in-store pickup
Lowest By: $131

Is It Worth It?: Banish tangled cords forever with an awesome pair of Bluetooth headphones. You can pick up the Beats by Dr. Dre Bluetooth headphones in Blue for just $149, which is tied as the lowest price we've seen and a massive savings of $131. These wireless cans boast on-ear controls, up to 10 hours of battery life, and USB charging.

Beyerdynamic DT990 Headphones
Store: Adorama
Price: $119.99 via $35 mail-in rebate with free shipping
Lowest By: $84
Expires: March 1

Is It Worth It?: The Beyerdynamic DT990 offers open, dynamic sound and a comfortable fit at a fraction of the cost of higher-end headphones. At $10 under last month's mention, this Editors' Choice deal is the best price we've seen on these cans and a current low by $84. Features include a 5Hz to 35kHz frequency response, 250 ohms impedance, a 3.5mm gold-plated jack, and a 1/4" adapter.

Refurbished Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Headphones
Store: BuySpryStore via Rakuten Shopping
Price: $89.99 in-cart with free shipping
Lowest By: $40
Expires: February 28

Is It Worth It?: Here's a deal that's hard to beat: These refurbished Beats Studio headphones drop to $90 in-cart, which is $15 under our mention from two weeks ago and the best price we've seen for a refurb. (They're a current low by $40.) These Editors' Choice headphones feature active noise cancelling (powered by AAA batteries), a detachable cord, collapsible design, and in-line controls.

Sony ZX Series Headphones
Store: Staples
Price: $24.99 with free shipping for Staples Rewards members
Lowest By: $13
Expires: February 21

Is It Worth It?: When it comes to cheap noise-cancelling headphones, they don't get much cheaper than this Sony pair. At $25, these headphones are tied with our Black Friday mention, a $13 price low, and an easy Editors' Choice pick. Plus, Staples Rewards members bag free shipping. The headphones feature a frequency response of 10Hz to 22kHz, 115 dB/mW sensitivity, and 45 ohm impedance.