Bump:   I've managed to scrounge together approximately $620.   Now I'm thinking of going with:   Sennheiser HD 600 Schiit Modi/Magni Stack.   Are there better options for the price and what I listen to (see first post)? I've seen some praise for the Philips Fidelio X1. Moreover, some...

Thanks 1haxor and superjawes. The HD 598 and K612 look pretty sweet.   In case I decide to shell out for a Magni/Modi stack, what would be great options other than the HE-400?   So far I'm slightly torn whether to get a 598, wait, add the magni/modi then upgrade in the future or jump...

I'm using built in motherboard audio - it has 6 3.5mm output jacks for surround and a SPDIF digital output. I'm guessing this won't quite cut it to get the full sound of higher-end headphones?   Mind you, I'm somewhat new at this: would I have to get an amp on top of the headphones? I'm...

Hello everyone,   I've spent a fair bit of time on Head-Fi trying to narrow down which cans to buy as my first foray into 'serious' headphones. Unfortunately, the more I read, the more indecisive and confused I get so please forgive me if I am making yet-another-help-please thread. I also...