Hey, hey, you don't have to slap "idiot" signs on people (including myself) for speculations. One of the things people often specify when talking about Beats is whether they are the Monster or post-Monster versions. And when they do say "versions" then sound
could have changed for the better or for worse. I am only saying could.
And if you believe that driver's are the only element affecting sound, you're in for a biiig surprise.
My only reason for saying this is quite frankly due to the first generation Solo's I've heard did sound extremely cruddy and muddy while the ones recently tried simply do not sound the same. Could be Solo vs Solo HD, I don't know.
As far as who initiated the break, you can research it on your own. The gist has to do with not renewing the contract.
As for Monster, I never did put the blame on them. I don't need to take responsibility for what I've not said
Looking at your list though, would not SOL Tracks HD be a pretty good contender in the price range?
These are widely accepted models in terms of fashion (I guess) and also sound pretty good.
Well, if Beats have already been chosen then so be it. I'll wash my hands from this thread before more crazy ideas arise
And yeah, Fostex on a 13 year old girl? I think the cups might be 2/3 of her head
...okay maybe 1/2.