Ended up getting the Cowon J3. Interface is OK, but it's sound is golden. Thanks everyone!  

I've been using Switch Sound File Converter. It is just this CD that is having issues though, so I am perplexed..

@ obobskivich: for some reason, no..  

Ended up getting the Senns. Thanks all!  

Thanks!! =D  

@ Duckman: standard power2go that cam with my computer   @dyaems: thank you for the suggestion   @obobskivich: I was just trying that as I saw your post, and indeed it does...however the tagging function is all of sudden being foolish now.   Ugh...

Hi all,   I recently purchased a CD that will, upon ripping it to my computer in .wav, not allow me to convert it to the .flac format. EVERY other CD I have EVER ripped has a not had a problem doing this.   The CD is from Japan, and uses Kanji in its descriptors (song names and such)...

The top one is apparently a "new" version and is class 4 versus whatever the other one is... =/  

I recently bought the J3, and I'm wondering if either or both of these are compatible with the J3 (and what the difference is between them):   edit: I see from above that the 2nd one is compatible....   SanDisk Flash 32 GB microSD Flash Memory Card SDSDQM-032G (Black)...

Good to know, thanks!

Hey all, I recently got the Cowon J3 and I am looking to purchase a case for it. There seems to be 3 general kinds: leather, silicone, and this waterproof one by Gomadic that is tailored to the J3. To Cowon J3 owners and other headfiers: which case do you recommend? Cheers, Shaun

Awesome. I'm very thankful for all of your comments and advice. I'm stoked for this to arrive! Cheers, Shaun

I've decided on the Cowon j3 after all. Thank you both for taking the time to respond!  

Bearing in mind the headphones I'm using**  

I've pretty much 100% decided to go with the j3. I didn't know it was within my budget originally, as I misread what the price was. Super stoked.   Do you think it's necessary to get an amp???  

Hi All,   I am going to purchase either the HM-601 or iPod Classic (as it stands).   Unimportant Factors to me:   Size of device Storage capacity (iPod is obviously superior, but I could alays get a couple SD cards for the HM) Price (they are both about $250)   Important...

Is the HM 602 GREATLY superior to the HM 601? The price break is quite significant...

Hi All,   I'm looking to buy a PMP with a budget of about $350.    I'd be using them with Sennheiser HD25-1 IIs. Suggestions???   Thanks!!!      \m/      

Sweet! Thank you so much. That is exactly what I was looking for in terms of a response, and the referenced bands are frequent listens for me. =)

Consensus from reviews I've read maintain that the Senn's are better for fast-paced rock/metal/electronica...   Still would like to hear from you guys though =D

I am 100% going to purchase one of these sets of cans. I have done a plethora of research over the past few weeks (my head hurts) and I am still receiving mixed results one one last important point:   Which is better for metal (esp. symphonic/power):     Sennheiser HD25-1 II          ...

Thank you both very much! I'm going to look into all your recommendations this evening =D

Hi everyone,   I'm new to the site, and I am currently in the market for a new pair of headphones. Specifically, I'm looking for a pair of closed, relatively portable headphones for under $100. Here are some things I'm looking for in said headphones:     Preferred Genre(s): I mostly...

Hello,   I'm deciding between the following headphones (mostly for portable use with an iPod):     KOSS PortaPro AKG K-81 Samson SR850 Superflux HD 681     Price isn't a big deal (they are all roughly the same via ebay) Comfort is a major factor. I listen to a lot of...

Hello!   I'm deciding between the following headphones (mostly for portable use with an iPod):     KOSS PortaPro AKG K-81 Samson SR850 Superflux HD 681     Price isn't a big deal. Comfort is a major factor. I listen to a lot of metal. I don't want too much sound...