I've been really happy with the HM5 and I'm really interested in trying these. I'll probably order them and give my D1100 to my Dad so he has a decent pair of headphones.

Quote:   I like the sound of the Porta-Pro, but with a little more bass. I was originally only looking at closed back, but I've realised that I really don't need isolation as much as I thought. I can always get some IEMs if I want to later.   So, my only real reference headphone...

Hi,   I have a pair of Koss Portapros and they were the first headphones that 'wowed' me. But, I've been interested in a serious upgrade. This time I want something with a closed back. I've looked at the ATH-M50, MVR-V6, Denon D1100 and a few others. I hear great things about the M50s, but a...

Quote: The more I think about it, the more I intend on keeping them. I can always get 'better' headphones on my own later anyway. Thanks for the reply :)

Well, I'm looking for noise cancelling capabilities. Who knows, I could be very happy with them.   /shrug   Any suggestions for noise cancelling around the 50 dollar mark (give or take)?

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I was reccomended the SR125i for my music tastes (Tool, Coheed and Cambria, Soundgarden). I listen to primarily rock with acoustic thrown in here and there. Is there a big difference between the 80s and the 125s for the price?

Thanks guys! I do intend on keeping them for a long time. So, I guess they'll get better with use.

Hey, I'm new here and I have little experience in the real world of audio enthusiasts. The closest 'audiophiles' are my friends who think the iPod earbuds are the greatest thing ever. So, I was wondering how important burning in headphones is? If it's something I should do, what would be a...

I'm a total noob but I think Sunn O))) is pretty low stuff.

Mikael Akerfeldt is quite awesome.