I don't know about the Senn, but the HARX 700 is a terrific value for the money. Can't go wrong.

Sony XB 1000 -harsh in the upper range Runner up: Beats Solos-poor value, muddy.

You may very well love the XB1000. I don't have an alternative because that is the only 70mm driver I'm aware of. If I was looking in that price range  and a similar bass response, I would probably research a Beyerdynamic DT 990/ 880 or a Ultrasone. Haven't heard them but they seem well-liked...

I can't recommend it. It was the only HP I've sold and I don't miss it. My issue was with the lower part of the higher frequency range. Voices tended to sound sibilant or distorted. I thought in general it was harsh. Bass was fine, but I don't think the XB 1000 did anything else well. I think...

If you are patient you can find the Sennheiser HD 650 at the top end of your range. A terrific HP and highly regarded here.

CDs, an occasional iTune.

Quote: +1. I have the repair parts just in case, but the nut driver is a puzzle.

Quote:   Quote: Well worth it. Spend your "mmoney." The D5000 is a terrific HP and the replacement version of it is something like $700. If you can find a "like new" set for $500ish you'll be glad you made the investment.

Quote: Maybe you can find them used on the for sale section here.

Quote: +1.  The 600 series of Sennheiser are great headphones. Love the HD650 and if you can scrape up another $100 it would be well worth it. I wasted a lot of money early on by not stepping up. 600 I'm sure would be a good value at $300.

Quote: Possibly the Denon AHD 2000 if you can still find one. Lots of folk here like the Beyerdynamic DT 880 or 990. It's really a matter of taste. Have you been here?: http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/innerfidelitys-wall-fame-full-size-sealed Really good opinions and recommendations...

Quote: Really happy with the Schiit Asgard, a steal at $250.

Try a different source. If you are getting L/R audio is is not the headphone.

Quote: Because they are made there?

XB1000 cables are not detachable