Quote: Excellent list tinyman! Thanks.   To AKG240mkII:   I'd rather keep the software EQ flat and use headphones with its own built in "EQ."  As opposed to using  flat sounding  headphones and then having to adjust my software  EQ. If that make sense.  

Quote: Well, I was comparing it to the Philips SHE3580. I alternate between those two and the Spider has a more narrow soundstage, and less punchy bass. It sounds more clinical to me than the fun sound I get from the Philips. Quote:   Your definition of fun is the same as mine...

What headphones/IEM's would you guys say are "Fun" to listen to?   So far I have owned:   Etymotic ER-4S   Spyder Realvoice   Superlux HD 668B   PX-100   Philips SHE3850   Of those, the only two with "fun" sound signatures were the PX-100 and the Philips SHE3850. The...

I see.     But what about sound quality? Every review on headfi and other websites is the "0001" version (that has the mic), but I've never seen anyone review the "00A1" version.   I'm just worried that there might be a big difference in sound quality since all the reviews are for the...

Are these two different items? How about sound quality?   They are listed separately everywhere even on the manufacturing page and the price points are very different.   http://www.spidercable.com/detail.php?g=35   vs   http://www.spidercable.com/detail.php?g=52   I just...

I know they might be the same but has anyone done any real comparisons between the 120 and the 80 ? I'm worried that perhaps microsoft sacrificed sound quality for hd space.

Quote: Originally Posted by procreate Most of the time, I just see how they look and feel. If they're dirty or don't contract/expand like they used to, I clean them (flanges) or throw them away (foamies). Thanks for the reply. How do you keep dust/lint from getting on the...

This is my first time with canal earphones. I listen mainly to jazz and classical, and both are best enjoyed in long listening sessions...2 to 4 hours at a time. I've already done a search. Most of the threads say you should change/clean them "regularly." Well, how often is "regularly" for...

Quote: Originally Posted by Davesrose You can only get MS-1s directly through Alessandro's site. I definitely wouldn't recommend Grados for jazz or classical. Think Sony MDR-V6, MS-1, HD555, or HD485. You do need a headphone that's well balanced. SR60s are too tin can sounding for jazz...

Quote: Originally Posted by JLai Sadly, you're not gonna be anywhere near the upper limit with only a $100 budget. Even though I'll only be using an mp3-player? What do you have in mind, then?

Quote: Originally Posted by Davesrose What are your music preferences? I'd suggest the MS-1 if you have a lot of different rock genres you like (it's exactly $100 and is a balanced SR60). IMHO, SR60s are only good for hard rock and heavy metal. If you like trance, they don't have enough...

Quote: Originally Posted by khbaur330162 I'm not sure how much you're looking to spend. Good luck. Thanks for your responses. I have a Creative Zen touch. My budget is $100. I might go up a tiny bit more if necessary. I was considering the Grado Sr-60 but in my research, I...

I've tried searching, but threads on this issue have been sadly inadequate. However, I have a Creative Zen mp3 player, and have been trying to find a pair of headphones that would give me optimum sound quality. After doing a lot of research, I've gotten the Sennheiser PX100's. Which I do...