For me, good reproduction of classical music predominantly requires timbral accuracy. I hate listening to "generic" instruments because the sound reproduction equipment isn't able to convey each individual player's unique tone. So far in my limited headphone experience, I'm drawn to the better...

  Thanks for the tip. I have tentatively tried that. Not entirely successful so far, though... They exert enough pressure on the upper parts of my ears that I feel it start to pinch after 30 mins or so, but any more stretching feels like it would reduce the seal and stability.   I'm still...

Hi everyone, I decided to sign up here since I bought my first headphones in 15 odd years :rolleyes: I've been a hifi and speakers kind of guy, but I have to admit that Spotify and decent 3G coverage cries out for some decent headphones when you're not at home comfortably seated on the sofa. I...