+1 on using a portable amp. as stated it is a cheaper way to go compared to buying a new set of phones. Is it worth it? Well that depends on you and how you want to listen to music. You might not want to carry around an extra amp. If money is not an issue and you dont care about spending it...

Not sure if anyone has tested the HRT Music Streamer II with the S3 yet, but it works for me via USB.  

For the price they are still worth it in my opinion. That being said would i buy them for 400, no. This past holiday season the monster turbine coppers w control talk went for 220 on amazon. i would wait for them to go on sale. Same opinion with sennheisers top iem as they did the same also.  

@gwarmi: I am not looking at a price standpoint but more so searching for different audio experiences. I definitely feel like I may not appreciate a high end system (if price had a factor in audio quality) at this time when there are probably so much inbetween. I would take any considerations. I...

Basically trying to figure out where to go next? Should I get new headphones or invest in amps or sources? I've been itching to find new headphones that may open my ears to the next level with trance/electronic. At the same time feel like I may be missing out on different aspects of audio with...

I can understand the kids and loudspeaker scenario as it has landed me more on this forum with an ongoing collection of headphones. Congrats on the purchase.   Chris

I haven't listened to them personally but being these would be your first headphones, more than likely you'd love them. Assuming you are just entering the world of quality sound that is. Just enjoy the headphones/music, you can't go wrong with those IMO.  ...

If you find one you like, check out the price online. You might be surprised how much some of the shops markup can be compared to online.

I breifly listened to the Skullcandy Aviators (BestBuy), and did contemplate on purchasing them also. Imo most retail stores are going to priced higher than any major online retailer. You would have so much more better options as you already know. One good thing about best buy is that if you...

I'd get the IE8's if money is not an issue. I personally would even prefer the Senns over your studios. To me they are built with two different objectives.   I feel most (not all) reviews regarding the S4s come from the average non-audiophile consumers. 5/5 stars because it was the best bang...

I am reminded daily of the disappointment in sound quality coming from my Galaxy S2. Not a picky listener but it just feels lifeless.   Ended up carrying my JDS ClipZip Copper Pro around...

Honestly I rather have the non-controltalk if I'd be able to get it for $189. The mic controller quality is just horrible and flimsy. You can just hear the plastic parts moving around while handling the headphones.

I was actually about to buy the coppers for $325 on Amazon last night but in the day I was browsing around on of the local electronics store (fry's) when I saw them on display. Unfortunately they only had the controltalk version for $400 but they do price match online and Amazon had them for...

This is definitely a niffty little player, Over the past few years I have been with Apple products and have finally stepped away from it all. I just hated the feeling of being trapped with Itunes and limited formats. Definitely well worth the money.

So I had purchased my Monster Turbine Golds and paid roughly $300 after tax from best buy. After a week or so I was determined to get my hands on the Copper Pros as I hear they are more balanced and produce more detail. Well yesterday I just notice that all the ControlTalk versions seemed to...

As stated in the title I picked up the Sansa Clip Zip 4gb for about $50, I am pretty much new to a lot of the portable sound gear but just wanted to find out if anyone had an opinion on this device vs others. I won't be able to give it  good test til tonight, and hopefully give my impressions on...