Budget: Under $40 Source: Android Phone, laptop and Xbox one Controller Isolation: Best I can get Public use: only airplanes, so isolation is key here Tonal Balance: Bassy. Don't want harsh treble. Something that could be used for both audiobooks and fantastic drops. Preferred music...

The one i had my eyes on were th eATH-PRO700MK2, Beyerdynamics Custom Pro One and the Yamaha Pro 500. Are these better in any measurable way?

Well I haven't decided on a budget yet, but likely less than $750. I'll be running it off of a Fiio E17, and I listen to more electronic than anything else but I do enjoy different varieties so I don't want to be limited. I'd like a little more punch, something that can really get my head moving. 

What are your thoughts on the ATH-PRO700MK2, Beyerdynamics Custom Pro One and the Yamaha Pro 500 in comparison?

The Yamaha 500s are in both best bass threads, just fyi. There is someone selling a like new pair for 165 shipped in the classifieds

Budget - Most of the headphones from the upper-middle range in beginner's guide I've found within priced 3-400 I have found for under $150, either through eBay or craigslist, so I'm more worried about getting good recommendations than price at the moment. Somewhere around that range is good for...

Hello head-fi,   Until recently I had a pair of Bose QC2s which were incredibly comfortable and delivered decent sound quality. I enjoyed the over ear vs on ear feeling, but am not opposed to on-ear if they have good noise insulation and can be worn for long periods comfortably. Those have...

Hi everyone,   I have an older pair of Sharper Image headphones (I know some of you are cringing) which only has the left ear working. I've repaired headphones before that only have one ear working, but this one seems different because although there are some loose wires at the plug, the...