So, I recently decided to invest in a pair of custom IEM's for portable use because my 271MKIIs aren't really built for the job. I wouldn't have looked if the increased stress load caused by the crippling (they're not ruined or anything) of my M50s caused by my fall down a set of stairs with...

Quote: If you're more interested in a closed headphone and so are hesitant in going with the  k702's, then I might suggest the k271 mkii headphones which are closed  and within your budget. I myself am a proud owner of these cans and I listen to a ridiculous amount of Tom Waits, some Bob...

Quote: Thank-you very much, out of the two I would go for the hfi-580, though the pro550's are nice too. Suggestions are still welcome as it's going to be awhile 'till I raise the funds necessary to get a new pair of headphones.

  So... To be rather direct, I need to replace my M50's. After unfortunate sequence of events, the right joint shattered and damaged the wire in the right cup. I was able to reassemble them, but the sound in the right side is very weak. So, I'm looking for suggestions on a set of headphones...