Skian64   I'd love to see the PS Audio Sprout on massdrop.

I've been digging a pair of hifiman in-ears (and over-ears for that matter) for some time.  Also that player is an utterly gorgeous piece of design.  Liked, Followed, and replied.  Thanks for this opportunity!

Well...  After trying to realistically reallocating my budget to conform with life-needs and such, I ended up having to axe about 99% of my monthly personal spending (read: headphone spending) allotment.  In light of such a drastic change, I rearranged my "to-buy" list and almost everything...

Have you considered the RE-400's?

All-in!  Been looking for a new pair of on-the-go headphones!  Here's to hope!

These are below your price-range, but they sound above it. http://www.head-fi.org/t/621063/the-new-jvc-ha-s500-40mm-carbon-nanotubes Check 'em out.  They just might be what you're looking for.

But yeah, Lumos, I'd say your best bet is either the Grado's or the Superlux's.  Do some research and remember, to each his own.  Figure out what you like best sound-wise and pursue it!

Quote: hmm.  You're making me wish I had the Superlux's ;)  Actually, my classical-music headphones are a pair of Sony MDR SA1000's that I picked up for $50 in the FS forums. The crazy speed and accuracy, along with their freakish levels of detail makes them amazing.  I remember...

Personally I would stay away from the Sennheiser's and the Audio Technica.  The Panasonics are a good choice but they aren't too portable.  I don't know if that's an issue or not.  They also need a few mods to truly shine (nothing too complicated).  Keep in mind though, they're definitely a...

Do they need to be portable?

The JVC HA-S500's are an pretty good solution for what you're looking for.  The only issue might be comfort if you wear glasses.  As long as that's not an issue though, they're simply amazing for the price.  Sound quality is far above what they cost and they isolate very well.  They're extremely...

Last thing, would it be worth looking into the Magnum Mod for the 325's?  (or would it be good to purchase them as-is with the possibility of magnum'ing them later on?) How do the Magnum modded 325's compare to the PS500?

Quote: How long have you been listening to them?  And have you done any burn-in yet? I found mine to be far to harsh and fatiguing at first, but some burn-in tamed down the highs and now they're nothing but a joy.

Amp-wise, I already have a FiiO E10.  If I use that purely for the DAC and hook up a Little Dot I+ would that be a good (and reasonably priced) solution?

Skip down to the next bold-font text if you don't feel like reading my little personal story below :P   Alright.  A little disclaimer.  My headphone journey so far has been brief, exciting, and extremely enjoyable.  It started last Christmas when I received a pair of Grado SR60i's from my...