Quote:   Wanted an open can mostly for experimenting.  Having a big soundstage from open-back headphones sounds very interesting, sound leakage is not a problem for me with home usage, and I've had issues with too much bass before. But still if the AD700 seems lacking on bass side, it...

Quote:   Those look closed to me.  Am I mistaken?   Think I'll probably be going with the Sennheiser HD518.  There aren't too many full-sized, open headphones to choose from at this price that I know of.  Anyone have thoughts on AKG K 142 HD and/or Audio Technica ATH-AD700?   And...

Hello, looking to buy a pair of open headphones for sub $130 that is balanced for all types of music.   Prefer over-the-ear ones similar to Sennheiser HD518, but I don't mind trying on-ears like Grado 60/80i if its recommended.  Bonus points for comfort-ability   My budget was under...

Hello, looking to buy a set of open headphones for sub $130 that is good for the most varieties of music.   Prefer full-sized ones similar to Sennheiser HD518, but I don't mind trying on-ears like Grado 60/80i.   My budget was under $100, but I hear good things about the HD518 and the...