Last shot here before I ask in the recommendations forum. Don't like to spam bumps around like this but could really use the info!

Really want to order these tonight so I'll have them before I leave for college. Any help? :)

Nah the size isn't too much of a bother, I just don't like pairs that are boring to look at with weird shapes. But I appreciate your offering of another option, that was what I was looking for!   Definitely planning on ordering today once I get some enlightenment on the headphone amp basics...

Thank you everyone so much for your opinions! I'm a really picky buyer and personalized information like this that suits my own scenario is so greatly appreciated.   Right now I'm looking at the HFI 580s most intently right now. However, the Q40s are still in the running. I just think the...

Let me know if you guys need any more info! Hoping to order tomorrow.

Thanks for the quick reply. The 580s do look awesome and will probably be my choice if nothing else is suggested. Although I think I'd go with the DJ1 which are apparently the same cans but with a different look.   Shame about the noise isolation though. Swim meets tend to get very loud and...

Sorry to have to make another one of these threads but I've reached the point where I no longer feel I'll find my perfect headphones alone. I've done a lot of lurking but it just seems like there are so many options for each of which I manage to find someone who's been dissatisfied with them...