After doing a lot of research and going over the huge "BASS IMPACT" thread, it seems to be a common opinion that the Sony XB500's have the most bass impact (kick/punch) for an unamped portable.  Is there anyone who has heard it and disagrees?  If so, what other similarly priced pair has more...

Does the perfect set of headphones for me exist?  If so, I haven't seen them......yet.  Anyone up to the challenge of finding a pair that meets this description:   - on-ear/earpad - GREAT bass (quantity & quality; deep, tight, hard-hitting) - good isolation (closed) - decent soundstage...

Hey guys.....came to this forum because of all the helpful advice I've seen.  I'm looking for a new pair of 'phones.  I have a pair of JBL Reference 410's that I really liked, except they broke.  They were also a pain to readjust for every use.  I think that's part of the reason they broke. ...

Hi, I am new to the forum.  I found this site while browsing for headphone opinions.  I'm tired of buying cheap headphones and I want to purchase a quality pair......to me being preferably $150 or less, but I'd be willing to exceed that limit if I was convinced it would be worth it.  I've...