[Duuuuuude]

Hey
So I am relatively new to the headphone business, but Id like to know a couple things. First, I am looking for a pair of headphones preferably big that can fit way around my ears(I have kinda ears that stick out). And the last 2 pairs I got were from Costco(a Sony wireless MDR-ZX770BN and another Sony wired version). The wired version began to rip on the inside of the left ear cup, so I returned it. And the wireless began to hit my ear.

Since Costco has full refund and lifetime warranty, I didn't really worry. I don't know what to buy, but it has to be a little large like the Senn HD598 and have some sort of warranty or a very good chance it won't break. Things like open back and ultra good sound quality aren't important to me, As long as they sound relatively good.

Thanks

 

[SteveHiFi]

If you're thinking of looking at other outlets (other than costco) then the Fostex T-20RP might be a good one - these are built for studio use primarily so they're quite rugged. The T-20RP is an open headphone and it has two brothers, the closed T-40RP and semi-open T-50RP. Ensure that you're looking at the 'mark 3' versions which were released in the past year (if memory serves).
 
All require a decent amount of power so will be suitable for a full-size amp, but may struggle with portable players.
 
http://www.hifiheadphones.co.uk/fostex-t-20rp-mk3-open-back-headphones-with-detachable-cable.html

 

[kimvictor]

Why not just go for the HD598, if you know they fit well. They're pretty well built, and Senn warranty is pretty good.

 

[GREQ]

I think because the HD598 has a pretty good chance that it will break (even though perhaps only under constant duress or abuse).
A quick search will reveal numerous instances of plastic headbands cracking.

 

[Solrighal]

Beyerdynamic DT-150's if you can drive them. Bulletproof.

 

[kimvictor]

What about Sony MDR7506. I have the V6, which is identical to the 7506 and is over 15 years old. Look it up. They're indestructable. In fact, my dad has a pair that's older than me, and it functions perfectly. They also sound pretty damn good too.