I've read a lot about the HE-500 as well, so it's definitely one to add to the list. Maybe I can make it to a local Head-Fi meet (NC) one of these days and try some of these out before deciding.

I do love the isolation. If they weren't so freaking big and if I wasn't worried about scratching the wood, I'd love traveling with them. Luckily, the HD25-1 filled my niche for a portable closed can.

I've had some Darth Beyers for over 5 years. I keep thinking I should sell them and put the money towards a better closed option. I'm not exclusively a basshead, but I just keep thinking I'd miss the Darths in those moments that I do crave monstrous bass. Anyone else here that refuses to part...

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this combo. I've been happy using my Nova Pre with DT880s, DT770s, and SR225s. I had been wondering if it was a good match for Audeze headphones. 

Cakensaur, unfortunately I haven't had a chance to listen to any orthos yet. I keep toying with the idea to borrow the LCD-2 or 3 from the Cable Company. If I don't end up liking them, I'd maybe put the deposit towards some RS-1s, which would be my next planned purchase if I went for dynamics. I...

I was first looking at LCD-3, but it's a little out of my price range. So I guess I'm leaning towards the LCD-2 or maybe waiting to see how the Oppo turns out. I'm also interested in learning more about the Alpha Dogs, as I listen to closed headphones a lot.

I don't see a lot of intros here, but I just wanted to say hello to everyone. I've been a Head-Fi lurker for years after buying my first pair of nice headphones (DT880s) and a Corda amp from Jan Meier back in 2003. I've been interested in getting into orthos lately, and decided it's finally time...