Quote: Originally Posted by stang Congratz, hope you enjoy them. I am also awaiting for a pair of headphones to arrive, Beyerdynamic DT880 600ohm Now why you gotta come in here and make me jealous? Haha enjoy!

After reading through all of the comments here, I ultimately decided to go with the SR80i's. Just made the purchase. Thanks for all of the help! From what I gathered, there wasn't much difference between the SR80i's and the Alessandro MS1's. The difference appears to be purely objective...

Quote: Originally Posted by Sambones The Allesandro's are $99 shipped in the States. They are purported to have better bass and less harsh highs. I would second his recommendation, that is assuming you haven't already jumped on the SR-80i's. Here is a link to a review on all the...

Thanks for all of the help! Everyone here has been very friendly and helpful. I'm still undecided but at least I've narrowed down my options!

backtofront001: did you mean you're certainly NOT sorry for yours? As in you recommend the SR80's over the 60's? Sorry, just a bit confused, not trying to be a smartass. =P EDIT: The Koss are very inexpensive but I'm reading good things... just worried about lifespan. Sub-$20 is not a serious...

Hmmm... I'm torn! Haha any more opinions on the SR60 vs. SR80? $20 difference in price borders on expensive for a college kid, like myself. And thanks for all of the help thus far!

Just did some research on the Grados you mentioned. The SR-60's seem like a great investment. Unless anyone objects or has any other suggestions, I'll most likely go with those. I have yet to read a single poor review.

So I've decided to make the jump from the standard iPod earbuds to a decent set of headphones. My budget isn't high at all- I'm looking to spend no more than $100. I primarily listen to rock music (all kinds, but mostly punk as of lately) so if there are any headphones specifically geared toward...