Looks like I'll go with the ESW9, I wouldn't mind a darker sound for a change. Really quickly, though. How tight are these headphones? Are they comfortable for ~3 hours at a time or more for most people? Also, do they require an amp? (I wouldn't think so, but just to make sure) Thanks!

Sorry, I didn't mean to sound condescending.

So what does everybody think about the ESW9 ?? Are they worth the ~100 dollars above my budget? Thanks.

I'll assume Stereo sound? Anyways, which KRKs? Rokits are not really hifi by any stretch, though vxts are 'okay'. The exposes, however, which will run about ~2-3 each probably rival speakers such as the BW Signature Diamond series (very similar speakers, actually). Also, KRKs as well as...

Thanks for the input, the reason I'm looking into the A series is because I need a closed set for being at the library.

I have a dilemma, I have a pair of ad700s and I really love them, but they're a bit too wide for my head. I was wondering if the Art series of headphones (their closed cousins) had the same type of headband // resting structure because I was looking into buying a pair. If not, are there mods...

thanks guys. all of this information is making this decision even harder. haha. anyways, i should have been more specific, isolation is to block music from reaching others, the isolation of sound coming in is not my highest priority.

Quote: Originally Posted by scompton IMO, if you're listening loud enough to disturb other people, you're listening too loud. I've used open headphones in libraries, shared offices, etc and never had a complaint. With a few exceptions, I can hold my headphones 2 feet from my head and...

I do a bit of studying at the library and am looking to buy some headphones for listening to some music while at said library. I do not like in ear headphones, but I absolutely need the isolation offered by closed cans. I currently own a pair of ath-ad700 open cans and really dig the sound, but...