So what did you end up with?

You should consider the Beyerdynamic DT1350's. To my ears, they would check all of the boxes for you. 1. They are on-ears with a mostly neutral sound signature that with a proper seal will produce a very pleasant bass presence. I cannot speak to how similar they are to the V-Moda sound. 2. They...

I'd recommend the HiFiMAN RE-400, although slightly over your budget at the current price of $49 on Amazon and B&H.

+1 on the HiFiMAN RE-400. It's a great IEM and at the current price of $49 (on Amazon and B&H), it is hard to beat.

I appreciate the mention. Foster wasn't even on my radar and it sounds like they'd definitely be worth a listen. This set will be my end-game cans (for now) so I'm really trying to be thorough in my research.

Good to know. Thanks!

I was trying to narrow down a Sennheiser contender. I appreciate the recommendation.

I previously owned the DT1350's and liked them. Would you say the T90 sound signature is similar?

I'm in the market for a set of phones for home use. I prefer a near-neutral sound signature. My music tastes are diverse, but my top choice is technical metal (Orden Ogan, Symphony X, Blind Guardian, and the like). I'm looking for a detailed, analytical sound that maintains musicality. I'm...

  Fiio X1 Gen 1 Fiio E11 Kilimanjaro Hifiman RE-400 Pelican Micro Case Wood Grain Decals Interconnect Stacking Kit 128 GB Micro SD   All for <$200     To me it's an older vintage, excellent-sounding budget-fi rig for the road.