Good idea Carlo! Thanks for starting the thread Duncan.
Short list of 2 obvious choices in no specific order....
Etymotic ER4 P/S
PRO: totally neutral, outstanding range, amazing detail, "just the facts, ma'am" type of headphone. AWESOME for air travel (due to isolation). Can get the P version plus the S adapter cable for ultimate flexibility (unamped pcd vs home rig + amp).
CON: that whole "in the ear" thing (works for some people, totally doesn't for others); obtaining a decent seal, microphonic noise from the cord, isolation can be so good as to can be dangerous in certain settings. So revealing that you may need to upgrade other components of your system.
Senn HD600
PRO: exceptional sound quality, laid back, crisp & clear sound, great for a wide range of types/styles of music and a wide variety of equipment. Very comfortable. Can easily upgrade the cord to further improve sound quality.
CON: not ideal for portable use (e.g., open design, somewhat large), needs sufficient power to allow them to reach their full potential.
Bruce
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