More than a huge thanks to the gracious exhibitors and head-fi community. Letting us experience the gear you enjoy so much made the event a blast. Hopefully, I won't repeat anything said thus far.   Noble Audio Brannan was gracious enough to show his personal K10 Prestige. I would describe...

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Thriller reference?   A CIEM would be better if a lot of running is involved. Imagine full sized headphones fall off, and not being able to go back.  

Observing what have been released so far, it look like the $1k - $2k range is well covered. Wood housing is a signature that they've build their first two products on. Awaiting the option for the LCD-XC with glossy mahogany or macassar wood.  

Guessing £123

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Quote: Agreeing with the above. The move to something dedicated over the current sound card flagships would have diminishing returns. I've only seen one comparison made (citation needed): STX about quivalent to a Schiit Asgard.

Quote: Try using a rubber mat like the ones used to open jar lids.  

The TF10 has an enjoyable signature that shouldn't be too hard to demo first. Fairly durable (6hr/day/2yrs) and only had to replace the stock cable once. As comfortable as any other universal. There's also that appreciation thread...

Etymotics comes to mind, but was never a fan of those flanges too. Have recommended that Klipsch to others, so that's a safe choice. The TF10's do isolate vacuum noise and still sound great.

There's Dishonored if you like stealth. Bioshock Infinite if you like story. And Don't Starve if you like rogue like games.

Quote: You may of answered your own question. If it's for aesthetics purposes, it solves the "look". Personally, the design has grown on me.   http://www.head-fi.org/t/589838/need-help-should-i-reshell-and-add-a-driver-for-my-tf10

Remember you get more then a source device, and you'll miss that screen than on any other device.

Quote:   Depending on the volume you listen to the open back ones, they'll wish you went with an IEM. Outdoors or indoor listening?

If you can use a case that will allow the ST/X, that would be option one. Personally, the DSP modes (other than "Hi-Fi") were more gimmick then useful.

Similar topic you might find useful in your search:   Best headphones for hip hop/rap for 300$ At least you have a starting point of what you like.

All the above for testing with your favorite tracks. If you want to test for extension and other technical points, try searching for audiocheck on Google.

I've tried those pairing as well, interested to hearing the improvement.

Closest option to "equally emphasized" would be neutral. Indoors preference would be neutral, while outdoor preference being v-shaped. World noise (70-80 decibels) doesn't play nice with mid range vocals or classical.  

If you're set on getting them, use them indoors. I'd recommend getting a complementary pair of IEMs for outdoor use. Modding them defeats the purpose of their signature and design (and will insight an angry mob).       Won't deny the looks. Images courtesy of Justin

Short answer: No, you won't hear much unless there is little ambient noise. Open nature of the headphones allows even slight ambient noises to drown out your music. You'll also get looked at funny, unless your avant-garde by nature.   Source: Own them.