I've been using KEF M-500s as my portable headphone for a while now.  I've preferred them to Sennheiser Momentums because I think they can be more sensibly EQed and are a tad realistic, though those compressed sounding mids on the KEFs are often obnoxious.   I've heard great things about the...

The way the reviewer describes the cans as "high resolution" and vivid yet leaning toward "veiled" is how I would describe the mids to upper mids as feeling hot and compressed in signature.   I wouldn't say these cans lack detail or accuracy, they just present it in a warm resonance in many of...

I wouldn't call the bass for Sennheiser Momentums bloated either.  Just "obvious" to my ear when I try to EQ.   Neutral, Balanced, etc. are very subjective with such an imperfect technology as portable headphones, and I couldn't agree more.  I'll just say the M500s feel more versatile than...

  I prefer them and it seems many others do too.  But I only used Momentums for 2 hours and I've used the M500s for a good 12 hours now. I'd like to do a side-by-side comparison.   They're definitely as versatile as Momentums. For me, Momentums' little bass bump sounds odd/silly in an...

Indeed they are quite good.  My initial impression is only meant to bring them in perspective and offer a balanced description.  I do prefer them over the Momentums because they are just as versatile and feel "faster", more authentic, less subdued with good body.  The soundstage for a portable I...

Well I took a gamble and ordered a pair of these. They came overnight in record speed!   They are quite good.  It's difficult to make a fair comparison in device class. My venture experiences in audiophile-hood the past 8 months have been with larger setups and over-ear cans.  I've never...

Quote:   Because of noise isolation or other issues? Let me know because I am really close to buying these and I'm on the "subway" 2 hours every day.

Based off reviews I am very interested in purchasing M-500s.  A shame it's hard to find a store/dealer to demo them. Anyone know a dealer near NYC?   Anyhow, I'm looking to an alternative to Momentums--they've got great build quality and an even sound, also easy to EQ.  But when you really...

Based off reviews I am very interested in purchasing M-500s.  A shame it's hard to find a store/dealer to demo them. Anyone know a dealer near NYC?   Anyhow, I'm looking to an alternative to Momentums--they've got great build quality and an even sound, also easy to EQ.  But when you really...

Hi guys, looking for suggestions on a good pair of closed capsule, durable and compact cans.   Background:   It was only 6 months ago I got a quality pair of cans for home use.  I got M-50s after experimenting with half a dozen other pairs, some far more expensive, but all of which...

Quote:     When I purchased them, I found the sub-bass empty and lacking. I heard about seal problems, and clamped them very tight.  It made a small difference and I can see how if a pair was looser than mine, there could be an issue.   How variable is the clamping from pair-to-pair...

Sennheiser HD598's seem to sound better than DT880s *without* an amp, pretty passable IMO.   Even at low impedence, Beyer headphones just seem to need a lot of juice.   Anyone else have experience driving medium-range open capsules in this range? Words of wisdom? Suggestions?

I'm new to the whole audiophile scene but my experience with the K550s is that the effect of the 'good seal' is exaggerated.  Yes, a thicker seal makes a difference but don't be fooled into thinking it will radically alter the sound signature.   I have a relatively small head and got a good...

Anyone know how easily you can actually 'test' the gear?

New to the whole audiophile experience for the most part.   Bought myself a pair of AKG K550s. I was aware of the resonant peak issue but pricepoint, good soundstage and balanced sound with sparkling highs sounded good.   I've used them for several hours now.  Mostly listened to techno...