In general, the higher number AKGs are more expensive/ "better," but you can find big fans of each. I can't compare them from experience, so I suggest just looking at reviews. Remember that if you're getting your first good headphone, it's hard to go wrong. Either one is going to sound very good.
I do not want too much bass would like to hear it. you may be right in saying complete neutral is not right. I currently have etymotics hf5 and the bass that comes from them when they are inserted correctly and sealed is great and i like the rest of the sound that comes from them.
Etymotics are known for having a more neutral bass signature (I have the ER4Ps). K550 you should like. If you want to spend a little bit less, Onkyo ES-FC300 are good as well. Here are reviews of each:
The one thing to know about the K550 is that some people have fit issues with them and cannot get a good seal. Best to buy them from a place that has a good RMA policy.
Thank you for the great replies i'll look into those onlyo's.
I'll try find a store in Melbourne (Australia), that hopefully has them on show somewhere. Not many places have the high end to test.
I know of a few stores hopefully I can try them out.
When i bought the etymotics i hadn't tried them or listened was blind faith following what i read on head-fi. I trust everyone reviews.
I really like the sound of the etymotics it's just unfortunate that having them in all day becomes a bit uncomfortable.
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