I checked it out on my Ipod and Computer. The Ipod did bring out more disturbance than the computer but its there for both. My guess is that the difference is just in the music quality. I knew there wouldn't be much I could do but thanks for the input. 

I bought a pair of ATH m50's 3 months ago after reading through various forums and deciding they were the best choice. I loved them until recently when I noticed that some cracking occurs in only the right ear when a deep bass is being played. I assumed it was a faulty driver or something like...