[Claritas]

Would you say that the average consumer would like them?

My instinct is to say that I have no idea but given that consumers today favor at least something of a bass boost, I would say no. I honestly couldn't stand listen to them for very long because of the brightness. I know that they're common in studios. All I can say is I feel pretty bad for those guys.

 

[syNRG]

  Maybe the HD280? They looks really odd, but they actually sound quite good IMO. 

Do you think that they sound better than the V6?

 

[lin0003]

I haven't heard the V6, sorry. 

 

[guttorm]

I've owned both at the same time and preferred the hd280. The clamping force of the v6 was too much for my larger than average head and I agree that they were trebly. I remember the sound of the 280s as being pretty faultless.

 

[syNRG]

My preference is starting to tilt toward the HD280. Anyone else going to try and suggest something else, or why I should or shouldn't get something?

 

[Gilly87]

HD280 is good. My brother in law is a composer, got him a pair for Xmas and he loves em.

 

[zunehdrocks]

Donscorpion dolphin
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2657356
http://www.head-fi.org/t/684159/chinese-asian-brand-info-thread-headphones-iems-amps-dacs

 

[Bullpride]

I can definitely recommend the Koss Pro DJ200s as a budget option.  They are fairly portable and comfortable (once you buy the pair of ATH-M50 replacement pads).   I work from the local library and no one has complained about my headphones leaking. 
 
 
Amazon has them on sale for 69 (which is less than I paid).
http://www.amazon.com/Koss-ProDj200-Studio-Headphone-Silver/dp/B007CNC79A/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1398361660&sr=1-1&keywords=koss+dj+pro+200
 
if you are going to get the pads as well and still be under budget, I would suggest you get them from Sweetwater.  Great customer service and cheaper than anywhere else. (9.99 per pad)
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/ATHM50EarPad

 

[Gilly87]

Personal opinion: 280 > V6
 
Quote:

  Do you think that they sound better than the V6?

 

[syNRG]

I've heard of the dolphin and heard that it was pretty good, and I love the accessories that come with it.
It might be between the Dolphin now and the HD280.
 
I'd rather not get things from Amazon though, since shipping to Australia is a pain, and can get expensive.
 
is the HD280 durable?

 

[Sam21]

I love My KOSS prodj200,s .... Amazing details and clarity ... the sound stage isn't huge but is natural....
 
It is around 70 bucks on amazon...I love the details

 

[Gilly87]

A few more options:
 
ATH M50 for more bass
Shure SRH 440 if you want really nice imaging, good soundstage for a closed portable, and dont mind a little light on bass.
 
To summarize:
 
SRH 440
Sound signature: Neutral, forward mids, a little light on bass, great imaging and depth
Isolation: 7/10
Comfort: 8/10
Portability: 7/10
Strengths: imaging, neutrality
Biggest weakness: bass
 
HD280
Sound signature: Very neutral, slightest hint of warmth, average soundstage (a little better than the V6)
Isolation: 8/10
Comfort: 7/10 (nice pads but serious clamping force when new)
Portability: 6/10
Strengthss: Neutrality, naturalness, isolation, durability
Biggest weakness: Looks pretty stupid, slightly veiled upper midrange on some tracks can make it a little boring
 
 
ATH M50
Sound signature: V-shaped (emphasized bass and treble), recessed mids, small soundstage
Isolation: 8/10
Comfort: 6/10
Portability: 6.5/10
Strengths: bass, isolation, durability; new version has replaceable cable
Weaknesses: recessed mids, small soundstage
 
V6
Sound signature: neutral, slightly bright, average soundstage, a hair light on bass
Isolation: 6/10
Comfort: 8/10
Portability: 7/10
Strengths: Neutrality, comfort, industry standard monitoring and mixing headphone
Weaknesses: Boring, flat sound, not very dynamic
 
UE6000
Sound signature: moderately colored, slightly v-shaped, above average soundstage
Isolation: 6/10
Comfort: 9/10
Portability: 8/10
Strengths: Fun, balanced, good soundstage, replaceable cable, in-line mic
Weaknesses: Not very neutral tonality, mediocre build quality - not professional headphones
 
If you're buying a gift for someone who likes mostly pop music, I would look at the UE6000 and ATH M50, or SRH 440 if they don't like a lot of bass.

 

[syNRG]

  A few more options:
 
ATH M50 for more bass
Shure SRH 440 if you want really nice imaging, good soundstage for a closed portable, and dont mind a little light on bass.
 
To summarize:
 
SRH 440
Sound signature: Neutral, forward mids, a little light on bass, great imaging and depth
Isolation: 6/10
Comfort: 8/10
Portability: 7/10
Strengths: imaging, neutrality
Biggest weakness: isolation, bass
 
HD280
Sound signature: Very neutral, slightest hint of warmth, average soundstage (a little better than the V6)
Isolation: 8/10
Comfort: 7/10 (nice pads but serious clamping force when new)
Portability: 6/10
Strengthss: Neutrality, naturalness, isolation, durability
Biggest weakness: Looks pretty stupid, slightly veiled upper midrange on some tracks can make it a little boring
 
 
ATH M50
Sound signature: V-shaped (emphasized bass and treble), recessed mids, small soundstage
Isolation: 8/10
Comfort: 6/10
Portability: 6.5/10
Strengths: bass, isolation, durability; new version has replaceable cable
Weaknesses: recessed mids, small soundstage
 
V6
Sound signature: neutral, slightly bright, average soundstage, a hair light on bass
Isolation: 6/10
Comfort: 8/10
Portability: 7/10
Strengths: Neutrality, comfort, industry standard monitoring and mixing headphone
Weaknesses: Boring, flat sound, not very dynamic
 
UE6000
Sound signature: moderately colored, slightly v-shaped, above average soundstage
Isolation: 6/10
Comfort: 9/10
Portability: 8/10
Strengths: Fun, balanced, good soundstage, replaceable cable, in-line mic
Weaknesses: Not very neutral tonality, mediocre build quality - not professional headphones
 
If you're buying a gift for someone who likes mostly pop music, I would look at the UE6000 and ATH M50, or SRH 440 if they don't like a lot of bass.

Thanks for the detailed comparison. 
I think that you've lent me toward the UE6000 now. Top 40s music is definitely pop right? I think that a fun sort of sound might be best. 
Thanks a lot, appreciate it, looks like the UE6000 might be the one!

 

[Gilly87]

Yeah they'd be good for Top 40. 
 
I haven't heard the AKG K67, but I've read a few reviews which were all positive; they might be worth looking into, too. They look like they might be a bit sturdier than the UEs...