Just double checked ... it's 2690 euros *gulp* direct from Ultrasone. I'm hoping for a review - and a better price - from Jan Meier.

I just got a price quote from Ultrasone: 2690 euros (no mention of shipping). Pics will be provided soon on the website. I seriously hope Jan will post a review soon, as I don't think I'll ever get a chance to audition the thing here.

Great headphone for the price. Some have complained about the 'plasticky' build and some find the velour pads a bit scratchy, but they've worked out pretty good for me for close to a year now. Dropped them hard twice, but still in perfect working order.

Yep, I was pretty skeptical at first - never heard of Ultrasones - but the HFI-650 is now one of my most frequently used headphones. The price for this baby is pretty sweet at www.auralfocus.com ... not too sure about the smell though.

Quote: Originally posted by bangraman I wrap long coiled cords around my waist... No need to hold in my gut then Seriously though, I don't remember it being THAT long (standard 650 is what I tried briefly at a meet). Ah, sorry I just read the thread, it's the DE version. Is that for...

What's even funnier is that a lot of people actually think the dealer is totally unbiased. Check this out for an 'unbiased' view: "[The] long term durability of the Porta Corda is much better because it does not use SMD parts like the Total Airhead does. In fact the Porta Corda uses much...

Agree with both suedama and jazzchef. The HFI650 is a great all rounder (PCs, movies, music) and possibly the best closed headphone available. Try www.auralfocus.com for a good price (slightly better than meier-audio).

Hmm, I didn't know HFI-650 has a coiled wire variant... Anyway, the "off-center" sound you're talking about may have something to do with the decentralized placement of the driver. Also, I've had more or less the same experience as miroslav: I tend to perceive more presence on the R...

Quote: Originally posted by AIM9x **** you if your friend's lack of musical taste causes her to not like the KSC-35s, leave us out of it. Whoa, easy, man... I think the dude's just making a general statement, not directing it at anybody in particular. Anyhow, I just ordered a...

John: Yes, if you don't mind the long cord and 1/4" jack (you'll probably have to use the 1/8" adaptor that's supplied with the can). Also, the HFI-650 weighs in at 350 grams, so it's might be a little heavy for portable use. The pleather pads also encourage perspiration a bit more than velvet...

My Ultrasone HFI-650 DVD Edition (DE) came this Friday, and I just finished running it in. The very first time I put it on, I found the press release to be very true: this thing really packs in more where the lower frequencies are concerned, but I found it too boomy for comfort. 24 hours...

Quote: Originally posted by d_wilson The cable could be replaced on any of the ER-4P models. I would assume that it would be the same $50 charge that we have now. The headphones would have to be sent in for the change. Would the modification affect the current prices of the ER-4...

I removed the foam that covers the grilles and the cloth covering the drivers, but there doesn't seem to be any discernible difference (at least to my ears). I haven't tried removing the paper covering the drivers 'cause I'm not so sure whether it'll make a difference. Please do let us...

I use my ER-4P with a Sony MZR-700. A shorter cord + elimination of cord noise would be great, as I would like to place the MD player in my shirt/jacket pocket and have the cord at an appropriate length. I second the request by barnaby1 for 'uneven length' cables that go round the back of the...

You might wanna try the Ultrasone HFI650 for a good closed monitor that doesn't murder your wallet. Do a search for Ultrasone to see reviews/opinions and check the 'gear for sale' board for bargains. Happy listening.