Thanks guys for your replies! One last question, I' either gonna go with the JVC or the M30s so I was looking at the specs and the JVC's frequency response is from 8-25,000Hz and the M30's are from 20-22,000 Hz I believe. Does it really matter much? I know specs aren't everything but should I...

how would those JVC that you mentioned compare against the M30s?

Hey guys I currently have a pair of HD 201 headphones and I love them, but I hav been noticing some crackling noises from my left can, so I'm due for a replacement, these things are about 5 years old. Anyway I have a budget of $40 maaaybe $50. It's still tough to drop $40-$50 on a pair of...

Hey thanks guys, I will look into those a bit more, I like the JVC HA-RX700 and the Audio Technica ATH-M30 headphones, does anyone had any experiences on them? I would rather have a pair that surround my ear and are closed, I just like the comfort/isolation of those type of headphones. Would all...

Well, I listen to any kind of music really, anything from classic rock to pop, to some ambient music. I'll usually have it plugged into my laptop, and occassionaly plugged into my ipod. 

I have had a pair of Sennheiser HD-201 for a few years now and they seem to be on their last legs (excessive clipping and scratchy noise) and would like to find a better replacement. My budget is $40 and I am looking for some closed, circumaural headphones. I know that $40 isn't much and won't...