The name Shure alone stands for its long time professional heritage and live components. So I was intrigued before listening.
I listened to at least 5 different music tracks and three different sources (including my usual jds headphone amp).
I got consistent impressions this is a not in your face type of headphone. While it convey the sounds in a non offensive neutral manner, I can't say it is accurate in terms of dynamics in the lows or high registers.
When connected to a Pioneer amp, it became evidently a bit harsh in the high register.
The built quality seemed decent but for the asking price, I think the SRH940 could have done better.
I listened to at least 5 different music tracks and three different sources (including my usual jds headphone amp).
I got consistent impressions this is a not in your face type of headphone. While it convey the sounds in a non offensive neutral manner, I can't say it is accurate in terms of dynamics in the lows or high registers.
When connected to a Pioneer amp, it became evidently a bit harsh in the high register.
The built quality seemed decent but for the asking price, I think the SRH940 could have done better.
These were the most aggressive I got before they broke. ( I also have hd25, hd595, hd800, xb500)
Relaxed ? No way, I found they were fatiguing, when I tried them at first.
Perhaps you are using some exotic sources.