rarewolf
100+ Head-Fier
I wish someone can do a comparison of the 1540 and the DT770 80 ohm. I think I'd like the Shure but I've read some people say they can be a bit fatiguing at times. I own the DT770 and really like them, they're not fatiguing for me personally, the bass is immensely enjoyable too.
Mine are the 250 ohm version of the DT-770s, but relative to the 770 punchy bass and well defined mids, and without lower bass encroachment into vocals, I believe the SRH-1540 will be a disappointment. The treble for both is comparable, and while we all have our particular preferences, I find the DTs much more comfortable to listen to.
Just in case you may be interested… my goto cans currently are the similarly priced Fostex T60RP Argons. They are similarly tuned, and semi-open but my wife never complains. Do a search for them, and you should find them at Mod House.
#HTH