[dilkrac]

Which one should i go with?
 
I listen to mostly acoustic music, little bit of rock, and some female vocals. I think i need mid and high as far as the sound goes. I really wish i can listen to them before i buy but i just can't.
 
Also, how is the durabilty of them? I don't want any issue especially with the cord.
 
Please help me

 

[dilkrac]

any suggestion?

 

[mooshimuushi]

This is something I would love to know as well. I'm in a dilemma!

 

[Bahamut2]

I am also very interested on this, anyone could test both?

 

[jant71]

I have had both the K430 and the PX200-II. My vote goes to the ATH-ES55 actually as the best of the 3 top mini closed portables(Q460 / ES55 / PX200-II) but if those are the only two choices the PX200-II wins over the K430. The Senn has better mids and build quality and would be better for acoustic/female vocals.

 

[JK1]

The PX200II($76) is around double the price of the K430($40) though, at least in the US. Is it worth double? The JVC HAS650 is closed, compact, has warm sound(probably warmer than the PX200I, more like the PX100), and only $34 on Amazon. The headband doesn't fold though, however the driver enclosures rotate to the flat position.  It is very efficient, as is the K430.
 
The ATH-ES55 is even more expensive than the PX200II.

 

[sprucemaple]

I've never used the K430, so I can't say anything for that, but I've owned the PX 200-II for about two years now, and they are holding up fine. The cord seems fairly durable, it hasn't given me any trouble so far, however I don't use them very much when I am on the move. The straight jack isn't my preference, but it is solid enough. They perform pretty well on acoustics and female vocals sound quite smooth with it. Portability-wise, it's fine, the headband is very comfortable even though it's just two pieces of sponge, and it should suit your tastes just fine.