IDK I have to agree with Bookman on this. I have mediocre headphones and the difference between mp3 and 16/44 was very noticeable to me. Extension on both ends of the spectrum and improved clarity throughout. I guess this is an old argument that could go on forever.

I was waiting to see if massdrop would run another drop of those 6xx's,but I do alot of listening while my significant other watches tv,so closed headphones it is. Appreciate your vote of confidence on the focals!

I'm a relative noob here, lurking in the shadows, reading the great reviews provided here. I am in the market to upgrade from my present headphones,and I would like to spend less than 300 bucks for a great sounding, balanced signature, pair of closed headphones. These are frontrunners in my...

I've got it on order on Amazon. Can't wait to check it out.

I like Rodrigo y Gabriella the guitars are so beautiful through my akg's.

I recently purchased ue 4000 and HD 439. the ue 4000s have alot of bass that gets pumped into the ear, it almost muddies the mids but can be eq ed out. They are way way louder than the hd439s but lack the comfort and incredible nuanced sound of the sennheisers. I guess it comes down to what kind...