How about Sony MDR-Z7? Any others that could be considered really good, bass emphasized headphones? THX00 is the only other one that seems like it comes up super often.

Interesting, so there isn't an easy "upgrade" from these, huh? I do normally listen to EDM, so that isn't an issue. I just love the bass and soundstage of these. If there isn't something that clearly upgrades both, I guess I'll keep searching then =/ Thanks for the input!

Hi all, I've had the Beyerdynamic DT-770 Pro 80ohm headphones for the past couple of years. I really enjoy their comfort, sound signature (I somewhat bass heavy 'phones), and their soundstage. I'm looking to upgrade though! I'm wondering where to go next. Fostex THX00? Ultrasone Pro 900...

Hello all,   I am looking to purchase an external soundcard (dac/amp) for a pair of gaming headphones.  I also have M-Audio AV40s, that I'd like to hook up to this DAC, and be able to easily switch between using headphones or using speakers.   I'm looking at something like the ASUS Xonar U7...

I sometimes miss these babies...

I quite agree that my setup is far from high end, and that a better source and amp would of course, make this comparison a little more comprehensive.  Having said that, however, the things that were better on the D2000, namely comfort and soundstage, will always be better than the Pro 900...

I just listened to that song to see if I had distortion on the D5000 and found none, however the bass on that track isn't recorded very well.  I think you'll find that, once you have a good pair of revealing, high end headphones, that a lot of hip hop doesn't sound that great because some of it...

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They are definitely late-bloomers, although I enjoyed mine immediately out-of-the-box   Quote:  

I also got my D5000 for 400 dollars, though it was from Electronics Expo.  It should be safe, and for that price the D5000 is an incredible headphone.

Always glad to help.   Quote:  

This is definitely a question that only you can answer, however, some of us may be able to help illuminate the possible choices for you, so that you can make a better decision.   The D2000 and the K701 are very different cans.  One has strong bass, recessed mids, and is a closed headphone...

Wow awesome job.  Thanks for sharing.  Looks like an incredibly easy way to improve the comfort of the Ultrasone line.

The lettering on the D5000 is painted on, not engraved, but it is underneath the finish of the wood, so it shouldn't wear off

I have the D5000 now, and while I am very happy with it, you should know that it (and its little brother) leak almost as much as an open can.  If you're buying a headphone to replace your Panasonic at work because it leaked too much, the Denon line would not fit the bill; they'd leak as much if...

I just want customs haha.  For my purposes, they just seem like the pinnacle of audio   Quote:  

Please post some impressions when they arrive!   Quote:  

I never changed pads, and was always fine with the stock ones.

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These are a very solid headphone for your needs, OP

Interesting.  I guess the ED.8 and Pro 900 do not share a driver.  

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I also agree that the M50s have almost zero soundstage.  The earbuds I received with the Cowon J3 have as much, at least.  It's not a bad headphone, but I do think it gets more praise than it deserves.  

The D5000 and Pro 900 are similar in that they both don't require a super amp to make them sound great.  They are different, however, in that I think the D5000 sound worse without an amp versus their sound with one.  The Pro 900 can sound great out of an ipod, and an amp just adds that extra...

You won't be disappointed.    Quote: