Summary: nice headphones with good options (two chords, ear pads)the sound is most important to me and I like what I got. Great bass response and extended high frequency range.
Summary: At the time (6 years ago) I could not afford a good set of studio monitors for desktop recording, so I opted for these. It was a very wise choice.
Summary: EDIT (9/23/2011) : After getting my hands on a couple of "Audiophile Reference" albums, I did more critical listening and added more impressions.
Pros: Easy to drive, smaller for portability, great finish, great sound for the price, treble and midrange.
Cons: Long-term comfort, shallow pads, K 240 mk. II is better in everything besides portability, lacks bass punch
Summary: I'll keep this very short. They are very smooth sounding. Treble toned down so not so good for rock but have a magic about them that makes them better than mark 2. I
Summary: I've been using these for studio work. I have no issues whatsoever with this item. I researched this item before buying and as they have been superceded I got a crazy...
Summary: These are very impressive cans out the box. Nicely balanced with a neutral to very slightly warmer sound. Best I can describe it is rich and full bodied.