[SunSparc]

Several years ago I started looking for a good set of headphones I could use at work. Here were/are my requirements:
 
- accurate
- over ear
- closed back (so my co-workers do not complain)
- wired
- comfortable (could wear up to 8 hours/day)
- pads should not be plastic (lest they cause sweat)
- connected to computer (MacBook Pro)
- price range: under $300
 
I was fortunate to connect with the famous David Solomon at headphones.com (back when that site was still around). He recommend to me the BeyerDynamic DT660 headphones. I purchased a pair and have been very happy with them ever since.
 
Yesterday those headphones developed the common headband swivel connector break. I am heartbroken, because I have really enjoyed those headphones. Of course, the phones still work, but the headband is no longer attached on one side. I am looking into finding a replacement part or some other way to salvage them.
 
In the meantime, in case my DT660 headphones are indeed doomed, I am starting my search once again.
 
Comments on the quality of BeyerDynamic products are welcome. The DT660 pair was my first introduction to Beyer and I understand that for $120 I probably got what I paid for. I am hoping that BeyerDynamic is still a high quality brand.
 
Ideally I would like my next headset to work directly with the MacBook Pro, but I am certainly open to suggestions that would introduce me to the world of Amplifiers.

 

[GRUMPYOLDGUY]

One of the Shure closed backs maybe?

Sent from my E5803 using a highly trained, special forces carrier pigeon

 

[tz0531]

If you want accurate sound under $300, I would recommend the NAD Viso HP50; they do come with the caveat that they make most people look weird when worn, however. The Meze 99 Classics are another option at a little bit over $300, very "fun" sounding headphones while still being reasonably accurate.

 

[SunSparc]

@GRUMPYOLDGUY, any particular Shure model? I will take a look at their range of products.
 
@tz0531, thanks for the suggestions. That Meze 99 Walnut Gold set looks amazing. The Viso HP50 does not look all that weird to me. Then again, I do not mind look weird. Especially if I am listening to well reproduced music.

 

[GRUMPYOLDGUY]

I'll hold my recommendations on any specific model... The only ones I have first hand experience with are the SE535, SE846, and whatever flagship came before the SE535 (I don't remember the model anymore). Those are all IEMs
 
I don't like to give specific recommendations unless I've actually used the product.
 
The only reason I mentioned Shure is because I've found them to be great value, and I'm a fan of how they tune the frequency response on their products.

 

[buke9]

The problem I had with the HP-50's is that the bottom of the cup would not seal for me until I pulled the headband to it's limit and then they were a inch or so above the top of my head. They did sound very good even off my iPhone but the fit just was too much. +1 on the Meze 99's very nice headphone that looks and sounds very good. The cups are small I don't have a problem but some say they are too small. They are a modular design and the Meze guys at CanJam SoCal said they are working on different cups and drivers .