Are Premium Headphones Worth the Extra Benjamins?

 
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In today’s increasingly fashion-forward digital marketplace, it seems that form is prized over function. Pop icons like rapper Lil Wayne, who was spotted wearing diamond-encrusted Beats by Dre headphones rumored at around $1 million, are setting the trends. The question for both the average consumer and the audiophile is whether these glorified earmuffs are worth a small fortune.

As far as Lil Wayne’s sparkling set or the $16,000 Sennheiser Orpheus line are concerned, the general consensus is that there are probably wiser ways to spend your headphone money. However, while they may cost more than a five-star dinner, there are some quality options that are worth the extra bucks.

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