So, I've become interested in planar magnetic headphones. What is considered the best value of this type of design? By the way, I've been an amateur musician most of my life. I'm accustomed to the sound of studio monitors and I would prefer something with that kind of analytical sound. So far...

I tried these at a local Apple Store also. I thought they were horrible. I suppose something could have been wrong with the demo pair though. I have the EL-8 open back on its way to me. Hopefully it will not sound the same or it will be going back. If these don't work out I'm going to get a...