So having grown tired of having to continuously replace sub standard earphones, as the title states I'm looking to purchase my first serious pair of headphones. I have researched online extensively, this site in particular, and while I'm a lot more clued up than before I think I need some direct...

So I've done a fair amount of research online and as expected there are a variety of recommendations. I mainly listen to house, trance and techno music. Budget isn't really an issue, I'm prepared to pay for top quality if necessary.   Initially I'll only be using them for casual listening...