Quote: Originally Posted by Spacehead I think HD438 are excellent for analytical listening! Frequency response is pretty flat so all the flaws and strong points in the audio source, amplifier and program material are revealed. So transparent headphones that I get some listening...

I think you'll be happy with your decision! I listen to all sorts of music, but mainly variations of rock, jazz, and electronic music, and I think the HD438 does a great job with all of em.

It looks like the HD428s are down to $60 at a bunch of places (including amazon). Get em while they're hot!

I think the Sennheiser HD438s sound perfect for you. Closed, surround the ear, very comfortable, great sound quality, very natural sounding & sound great with a variety of musical types. I'm listening to them right now and enjoying every moment. Good luck!

I'm using my HD438's for a lot of electronic music. I love em! Sound quality & bass are great. They have a lot of detail and a pretty wide soundstage for a sealed headphone.

Just got a new 160 classic to replace my 5g 30gb ipod... I'm very happy! Not only is the OS much more responsive, but it definitely has a better headphone out. Using my HD438s (and ALAC files), I don't have to turn my ipod up quite as high to get a reasonable level of volume, the bass is fuller...

I passed the test. I thought the first sounded a bit more open.

Quote: Originally Posted by tinyUniverse the treble didn't hurt my ears anymore just like my old 437 Yeah, these 438's are smooth. I don't get ear fatigue like I used to with my eh350's. They're still very detailed, though. IMO, they sound just as good as my HD560's, though the...

Well since monoprice is so inexpensive, I went ahead and bought it. I also bought their standard line out cable so I can compare.

Here's the product I found: HDMI Cable, Home Theater Accessories, HDMI Products, Cables, Adapters, Video/Audio Switch, Networking, USB, Firewire, Printer Toner, and more! I'm considering getting a FiiO E5 and pairing it with this cable so I can still charge my ipod while getting a better...

I think I'll try this on my new HD438's. It couldn't hurt!

The Sennheiser HD438's would also be a good choice, though they are a bit power hungry. They're very clear and detailed with good bass

I figured I'd get in on this thread. I just purchased an older Denon PMA-250 to replace my home audio amp (which didn't have a headphone out) & to power my Sennheiser HD560 Ovation II's. I took my ipod along with me to the store & the phones for testing. I loved the sound so I decided to pick it...

I'm lovin my 438's so far! I only have 5 hours or so into them, and I'm looking forward to hearing them evolve. Detail is very important to me, and the 438's do not dissapoint. I hear all the little nuances in music that other lesser headphones tend to smooth over. They have a pretty wide...

Just submitted a review for the Sennheiser eh350s

I just ordered a pair of HD 438's for $67.00 from ebay. For that price I couldn't resist! I'm interested to see how they compare to my eh350's.