Wow, did y'all start replying before I submitted the new thread??  Those were fast replies!   Quote:   Ah!  That makes me feel a lot better.  Thanks for that feedback.     Yes, that seems to fit with some reviews that I have read..   HD600 a good pick, then?  Anything comparable...

I was looking for a pair of used Philips Fidelio L1, then Tyll recommended me towards some Senn HD600's .. But even the HD600's still require an outboard amp (it seems, based on limited reading)..   I'm looking for full-size (don't like on-ear), open headphones for the office.. ...

Hmm..  So long as it is a reasonable amount of modding, I suppose I'm not against it. I'm assuming these mods improve SQ, but don't destroy WAF or comfort? I'm not against modding- just didn't have that in mind.  I am willing to consider it if you have some links that can point me in some...

Hello,   I've spend some years in the home stereo and then home theater arena, and know my way around loudspeakers I'd say at the mid-fi level.  I cannot afford the best, but afford the best I can about 5+ years after it's release.  This puts me behind the technological curve, but I'm able...