I'm looking for the best sound card for music; synthesizer software, music listening, etc.; for around $300. This is aimed toward high quality music playback rather than gaming. I have a pair of AIAIAI TMA-1's and impedance isn't really a problem, although may be a valid future concern...

All I have ever used for portable audio players are iPods. I have an iPod touch(32gb) and an iPod classic(160gb) and I use various IEM's(mainly J3-Buds) and Audio Technica M-50 Studio Headphones with these players. I want to move on to less restricted and higher quality players. I'm looking...

Innuendo aside, I'm looking for some good portable headphones(full size) that look cool and aren't bulky but still deliver good sound quality. I will want to use them in public/at school/etc. so that is why bulkiness and looks enter into the equation. I think this might help a lot of people...

I've looked around, heeded some forum advice, and wonder if one on the following headphones on the list might suit my needs: Audio Technica ATH-M50 Sennheiser HD280 PRO Sennheiser HD448 Audio Technica ATH-A700   Following this criteria: Under $150 For electronic music (so great...

I was recommended to get some headphones from sennheiser and I've heard mixed reviews about the sound output, things like dampened sound, too bright, and too high impedance. I would primarily use it with an iPod for personal use and I'm not sure it has enough power to get the most quality out of...