[zephyrre]

So: a few months ago I purchased the ATH-M50 and am quite satisfied with them. However these headphones have limitations and are best suited for certain genres. I am seeking a headphone in the ~$200 range that will do what the M50 cannot. Specifically an open can with a large soundstage, good mids and not so much treble emphasis. I've been looking at the ATH-AD900 for classical/opera , but am not sure how these would perform for things like folk or acoustic. I'm also a little sceptical of the AD900's lack of bass. Any help or suggestions you guys could offer me would be much appreciated.
 
P.S. I have the fiio e07k so minor amplification is not a problem. I'll be listening to these at home and leakage/isolation is a non-issue. Thanks again for your help.

 

[johnnypaddock]

I've never personally heard Grados, but from what I've read, they could be what you're looking for.  People really like the mid's and the "lively sound" from all I've read.  I plan on picking up a pair at some point, to see what the fuss is about.  Definitely worth looking into.
 

 

[formula1]

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So: a few months ago I purchased the ATH-M50 and am quite satisfied with them. However these headphones have limitations and are best suited for certain genres. I am seeking a headphone in the ~$200 range that will do what the M50 cannot. Specifically an open can with a large soundstage, good mids and not so much treble emphasis. I've been looking at the ATH-AD900 for classical/opera , but am not sure how these would perform for things like folk or acoustic. I'm also a little sceptical of the AD900's lack of bass. Any help or suggestions you guys could offer me would be much appreciated.

 
The HD598's will do the job. They can be found for around $250 or less in the US. 

 

[zephyrre]

Thanks for the replies. HD598 is a little out of my price rang (~$300 here in Canada), I hadn't thought about Grados before, I'll look into them. Maybe see if I can listen to a few.

 

[MannerPylon]

If you're near Toronto and can stretch the budget a little, I'd grab the Sennheiser 650's on sale in the classifieds for $330.

 

[zephyrre]

Heh, I wish 

. Vancouverite here. Thanks anyway, though.