i would like to audition these as well and would agree to all terms.

  In my experience, I have had no neck pain using them. However, I haven't done a marathon 8 hour session on them or anything. The most I have used them in a stretch to date is like 4 hours.

I second this statement. I just picked up a pair of X2's and while noticeably heavier from my old HPs (HD595's), the weight is distributed well and they have not been fatiguing over long sessions.

Give me the weekend and I'll see what I can do.

Received the pair I ordered from Amazon Warehouse. Pulled them out and they look brand new. Can't wait to give them a listen to when I get home.

@socks mk2 Your post was the one that got me worried the most. Based on your feedback, I've already ordered the KabelDirekt aftermarket cable. I'll replicate what you did to test it. Crossing my fingers I'm getting one that doesn't have any issues. Thanks. Ps. This place is dangerous to ones...

Long time lurker, first time poster. Anytime I am looking to upgrade my gear, this forum is always my first stop. Anyway, Thanks to you guys, I have a pair of X2's on their way. I was looking for a replacement for HD595's and thought the natural upgrade path would either be the 600 or 650. So, I...