[herokurdt84]

I like to listen to a variety of different music (rock, alternative rock, and even some forms of classical music) my price range would have to be 50-120 dollars.
 
edit:  I like to have the details as a whole in a songs recording.

 

[earerror]

SRH440's, ATH-M50's...or some kind of Iem's. 

 

[tdockweiler]

I'd suggest spending another $10 and trying to find a used or open box version of the SRH-840. I haven't heard the SRH-440, so I guess I can't suggest them. I'm sure they' similar to the 840.
 
I also liked the Creative Aurvana Live which is around $60 and uses the same drivers as the Denon D1001.
 
It also depends on if you want something more neutral or just "fun" with perhaps a bit more bass? If you don't like a bass heavy headphone, don't get the M50.
You can do the mod if you're comfortable with that. If you like a lot of detail, the M50 may be disappointing. The soundstage is also poor, but I can still suggest it maybe if you can find it for under $100.
 
The most neutral headphone I can suggest is the Koss Pro DJ 100. I guess some may not like it, but it's my current favorite. I only suggest it if you have a decent portable amp.
It's almost as detailed as the SRH-840, but costs a lot less and is more comfortable and lighter. I think fans of the SRH-840 might like this one. Wish I knew. It doesn't have as much bass though.
 
 
 

 

[earerror]

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If you like a lot of detail, the M50 may be disappointing. The soundstage is also poor, but I can still suggest it maybe if you can find it for under $100.
 

How? These are studio monitor headphones....some people use them for monitoring/mixing. The detail level on them is good. 
 
In the soundstage point i do agree with you, is not good enough...if the op is planning to use it for gaming/movies. 
 

 

[tdockweiler]

 
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How? These are studio monitor headphones....some people use them for monitoring/mixing. The detail level on them is good. 
 
In the soundstage point i do agree with you, is not good enough...if the op is planning to use it for gaming/movies. 
 

I agree that the level of detail is good, but not great. I just have never been impressed by it's level of detail and found it lacking a bit. Of course I don't like excessive details, but almost to that point. My preference is maybe a step below the DT-880. I guess what I meant is that they're not quite as detailed as say the AD700, some Grados and DT-880. That's not always a bad thing and my comments are not meant to be negative. It just depends on what he wants.
 
I always wondered why so many headphones labeled as being for monitoring/mixing have so much bass. Doesn't that kind of defeat the purpose? I guess it depends on the type of music. I guess I have this idea in my head that the more neutral the better for this purpose, but I guess i'm wrong.

 

[herokurdt84]

im like two inches from going out and buying the srh840's

 

[LiquidExtreme12]

I'd go with the Sennheiser IE 6 In-Ear Monitors. They are a fantastic pair of headphones, and work really nicely with an iPod. I have tried them with my PC as well, and they certainly didn't dissapoint, even when using them an Onboard Sound Card!

 

[herokurdt84]

i did it the srh840's are now my babies

 

[getzy57]

Hifiman RE0's have great clarity, soundstage and separation, though some people find them too analytical and say they lack bass. I listen mostly to classical and metal with them and love them, though it's all a matter of taste. For 80 bucks they are a steal, in my opinion.