[Mhog55]

Anything about the headband cracking??? I'm less worried about them leaking out than the noise leaking in.

I don't have a problem with sound leaking in, or the headband. But I baby them because their is little doubt in my mind that it wouldn't take much for it to snap. Not a headphone I'd want to drop, or excessively stretch

 

[harry501501]

The only headphone I personally consider wearing out are my Soundmagic HP100 as they are super comfy and don't look absurd to passers by. I wouldn't say neutral, but they're not bass heavy and have great balance from sub bass, great mid-bass and good treble extension. Great all rounder. well within your budget.

For totally neutral i suppose Shure 840 fits but they're not totally over ear.

Maybe look in to 1More Triple Driver Over Ear also

 

[soundsop]

The only headphone I personally consider wearing out are my Soundmagic HP100

Took a look and they actually seem (from photos) on the large side for wearing out. I'm curious what would be on the absurd side?

 

[ammthe]

have you tried these two? they are both lightweight, foldable/collapsible, under $300, over ear, closed back, fairly neutral.
NAD Viso HP50
1More Triple Driver - a lil bit more bass emphasis.

 

[stevens02]

Both the NAD Viso and 1More Triple look tempting. How do they compare to the Beoplay H6 2nd gens? I actually have a pair the Beoplays right now, but I have some popping/crackling sounds during playback at slightly higher volumes. I thought it was a problem with the headphones, which is why I'm looking for another pair. I could also do with a better fit/seal.

However, I tried listening to them again, and it seems like they only had issues on certain tracks/file types. Now I'm wondering if my files are corrupt. So confusing.

My source: Shanling M0 running FW 2.0

 

[Mhog55]

I can't consider the 1mores neutral. The mids are too scooped. There more like a V shape - done right. The H6 is much closer to neutral imo. Much more balanced. I haven't heard the Nad Viso, but it looks to ugly and awkward for me to even consider. Especially as a portable

 

[stevens02]

I can't consider the 1mores neutral. The mids are too scooped. There more like a V shape - done right. The H6 is much closer to neutral imo. Much more balanced. I haven't heard the Nad Viso, but it looks to ugly and awkward for me to even consider. Especially as a portable

The H6 is a real looker. Have you heard of any issues with crackling noises at higher volumes?? I'm also thinking about getting an impedance adapter.

 

[ammthe]

Both the NAD Viso and 1More Triple look tempting. How do they compare to the Beoplay H6 2nd gens? I actually have a pair the Beoplays right now, but I have some popping/crackling sounds during playback at slightly higher volumes. I thought it was a problem with the headphones, which is why I'm looking for another pair. I could also do with a better fit/seal.

However, I tried listening to them again, and it seems like they only had issues on certain tracks/file types. Now I'm wondering if my files are corrupt. So confusing.

My source: Shanling M0 running FW 2.0

sorry i only recommended ones under $300.
for under $400, you already got B&O H6? I would recommend that and also check out Bower Wilkins P7 as well.

 

[stevens02]

sorry i only recommended ones under $300.
for under $400, you already got B&O H6? I would recommend that and also check out Bower Wilkins P7 as well.

I actually got one used, in "like new" condition (it was around $240ish). I didn't get it for the retail price.

 

[starstern]

Cowon Plenue Series and Hifiman HM-901 anyone comments about those ?

 

[Mhog55]

The H6 is a real looker. Have you heard of any issues with crackling noises at higher volumes?? I'm also thinking about getting an impedance adapter.

Nope, not yet - knock on wood