So, I am considering a set of small headphones for the office and was set on buying the PX200s. However, I then got to thinking that I have always wanted some active noise canceling headphones for trips/etc. Since the noise canceling circuitry is not built-in to the PXC300 (it sits in an...

Ok, So, I tend to not like to buy used, so the k501's are likely out. So, can anyone give me their experiences with the following: Grado SR-225: Some glow about the midrange while others complain about the strident Grado sound. I guess I'll just have to go take a listen myself. That said, is...

A number of people mention the K501. It was discontinued, right? I'll have to go take a look around and see about availability.

Quote: Originally Posted by Slaughter I suppose you are implying the OP didn't read the guide? The guide has a decent selection for each price range, but does not mention phones for the type of music he listens to, thus the point of his thread. And he seems to have done a little...

So, as the title says, I am looking for headphones under $200 (preferably 150) that are great with female vocals (though I prefer they didn't suck for everything else ). It seems Grado is mentioned quite often in this price range. Likewise, it sounds like the AKG K501's used to be a go to...