So I have been loving the Denons for the last few months. They are great for regular taste, but what is next?   What would you guys recommend? I have a budget up to $300 I listen to rock, metal, hard rock, pop, techno, some rap, r&b, top 20 etc. No classical or jazz.   Are there phones...

Well, first of all I do know that in the community the Bose products are low regarded, and I agree. This is just a quick review of AE2, and then will want recommendations of something else.   A little background;   I have a long history of music, not the classic audiophile type...