[tehsn1p3r]

Hey Headfi-er's, it's been a while! Last time I was here was early last year, and I was just about to buy my first pair of real cans. You guys helped me decide on the Audiotechnica ATH-AD700, which I could not be happier with. Since then, I've built myself a Millett Hybrid Minimax amp to go with them, and my turntable, actually. It's a fantastic combination, but I believe I'm ready to step up.
 
What I want:

1. A very detailed, possibly "analytical" headphone, fitting for rock, jazz, various electronic/IDM/Ambient/etc.
2. A logical step-up from the ATH-AD700
3. Still open headphones, I much prefer their sound, and leakage is no issue
4. Something that will compliment my Millett Hybrid Minimax well (currently using the 12FK6 tubes)
5. Something preferably in the $200-300 price range, willing to go higher for something extra special

 
 
The K701 have caught my eye, but I haven't really done all of the research yet. Plus, those seem to obvious a choice, that's why I come to you fine folks.
 
What do you y'all think? Thanks in advance.

 

[deadhead12]

I think the dt880/600 are a logical step up from the ad700's.  

 

[tehsn1p3r]

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I think the dt880/600 are a logical step up from the ad700's.  

Thanks for the suggestion, I'll look into them. I'm going to delete this thread (if I can), though. Just made a post in the suggestion thread, which I didn't see until just now.
 

 

[keanex]

I'm pretty sure the most logical upgrade from the Ad700s are the Ad900s actually, considering it's the same sound, but better in every way.