Quote:     Thanks.  That's actually the first thumbs-up that someone gave me about the AKGs.  Are you amping them at all?

Quote:     I know, I know...it's all subjective.  I'm trying not to look at polarizing headphones (like Grados) because it's more of a love-hate with ones like that.  What I'm really trying to do is get a pair that do what i need, nothing more.  I don't think i'll ever be drawn to the...

Hi all,   Had some questions concerns about an upcoming headphone purchase...I did use the Recommendations thread with limited results, but it's too cluttered/busy for me to follow well, so I'd appreciate any help you can give me.  I've been lurking here for some time, and have picked up...

Bixby, thank you also for your input.  I agree with you that KG is steering me in the right direction, but, damn, I REALLY like the look of the AKGs.   I'll just have to get over it, I suppose - looks aren't really much once you get down to brass tacks.   So, I seem to be zeroing in on the...

KG, Kerry - thanks for your input.   Kerry:  I don't mind the Sony style, save for the awful ear pads that are the same material that's currently flaking off of my MDR-V150s.  At $100 for the MDR-7506, I shouldn't have to compromise on that.   I'll look into a sound card, but for the...

Quote:     Anyone?  I considered starting a new thread for this, but I don't want to annoy/offend anyone...

Hello all,   This is my first post here, but I've been lurking as a guest for some time...I'd like to thank all the contributors for making a great website here - it's been a wealth of knowledge that's helped my research greatly.   That being said, I'm currently shopping for a new pair...