I have never heard any Ultrasone headphones, but after reading reviews of the 780's they seem ideal for OP's situation.

sorry for the bump, but I've realised this is the wrong section and I probably won't get any responses can a mod move this to the amp sections so I get a response from the guys who frequent there, thanks

Quote: Not great but when plugged into my iPod/laptop, they get loud enough though. With a good amplifier (zero ohm source) they sound very very good. The bass steals the show, but the detail and resolution are still there. I have the 250 ohm version. There is also an 80ohm version but...

DT770 Pro. They're a closed back headphone with a good soundstage (great for soundtracks). They're quite bassy though.

When Sennheiser displayed the HD 800, there was either a Lehmann Audio or Violectric amplifier driving the headphones. With the introduction of their new in-house amplifier I believe they use that now (though I have never seen it). I have never seen an AKG display so what do they use to power...