Thanks again, everyone. I 'm really leaning toward the 448s (especially now that I know they're better for gaming and effectively have a 1.4m cable).

Quote: I would think that the M50s would be better for games due to the increased presence of bass. What is soundstage, and why would that make them worse for games than the 448?

Quote: Super-helpful. Is the long cord a real hassle for mp3 player listening, or are there ways to get around it?   ALSO: What don't people like about the 448?

I've been using default iPod earphones for listening to my iPod and computer for a while now, and I'd like to buy real headphones because they're falling apart and I'm tired of the "earbud" design. I'd like to spend no more than $100 dollars (maybe $120 max), and a headphone amp is out of the...