[fivetsixn]

I'm pretty new to this so i'm pretty clueless...
 
Basically I'll be using this for my ipod and computer. Preferably a model that doesn't leak sound out.
 
I'm looking to spend $300-400

 

[Mr Joboto]

Beyer DT250? You're going to get a lot of different recommendations

 

[Bilavideo]

If you take a PS1000 and switch it to bowls, the bass thumps so hard, while the treble remains so sparkly, that they sound like they're being amped - even when they're not.

 

[Currawong]

Audio Technica ESW9. They are the best all-round headphones I've used out of an iPod. They also look great.

 

[drews]

I'd suggest ESW9a.. I also own the P5 as a 'curiosity headphone' which you could conceivably prefer but I would not reccomend those unless you can audition them or return them...

 

[Priyajeet]

Perhaps these now 

http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/499215/beyerdynamic-t5p-photos-and-first-impressions
32 ohms, mini jack, possibly for portable devices without amping.

 

[fivetsixn]

Does anybody recommend going the sennheiser route?

 

[TobaccoRoad]

Quote:

Does anybody recommend going the sennheiser route?

not based on your OP 

 

[Mr Joboto]

^ Yeah, pretty much that.

 

[buffalowings]

with a budget of $300-400, you could buy a pair of cans along with a decent amp, if you have no issues with a amp (portability etc etc) I highly suggest looking into a amp
 
James

 

[PFKDMIAC]

denon D1001

 

[buffalowings]

truthfully, you don't need to start out so big, try some headphones in the or around the $100-150 range, at this price range, you get a lot more bang for your buck and as you move higher up on the chain, the improvements come at a stratospheric price
 
James

 

[Ruffle]

iPod sounds like you need some isolation.  I'd look at closed headphones like a few Ultrasone provides or the Audio Technica M50S.

 

[Mad Lust Envy]

ES7 for looks, Creative Aurvana Live/D1001 for comfort, sound, and multi-purpose. They just don't isolate well, but barely leak out.

 

[fivetsixn]

Where are some retailers that hold these brands? I'm in Canada.