Posts by Hoagie

There is a lot of disagreement on whether they need an amp.  I'm convinced it depends on the source and the type of music you listen to.  I use mine primarily with an Ipod and listen mostly to jazz.  I need very...

they will be a good set of headphones for the music you list.  I also like them with jazz, although they are not my first choice.  I do not find them uncomfortable as they do not clamp tight.  As for the adapter, I...

jazz mostly

the x can v8  is excellent.  I suggest staying with a hybrid.  I have tried them with two different hybrids and was happy.  was not happy with the solid state amp I tried them with.  sounded a bit...

best performance for the price> I have no idea.   point where diminishing returns starts to be an issue?.  Where ever the Sony V6 starts.  At this point I believe it takes more and more dollars to come up with...

the Shures are somewhat heavy.  They do not fall off my head by any means.  As to the V6  I find them to be very comfortable.  they fold down better and are much lighter if it matters.  You have to take reviews...

I have both.  Personally I don't think that the M50 out performs the 440.  I would also consider the sony V6 at your budget..

every song will sound different.  These 3 headphones all have very different sound signatures.  Pick songs that you like, even if it is only one genre.  It's just like writing a paper in school.  You are better...

x+1 where x is the number of headphones you have.  always a different sound signature to explore 

I also still like mine.  I use them as semi portable.  I don't walk around with them, but use them in the library, coffee shop, etc.  I sometimes wonder if those who criticize have them amped.  Contrary to a lot...