Sony MDR V6

Pros: Great sound, durable, compact.

Cons: Ear pads last only a few years before the "pleather" flakes off.

The Bottom Line: Great sound, durability and clarity. Definitely worth a listen if you are purchasing headphones

Review: I have had my pair of these headphones for 18 years. These headphones (or the identical model MDR-7506 that basically differs only in the gold-plated plug) are the 'phones that you will frequently see professional studios using for mixing music. They ...

Pros: durability, sound quality, unbeatable price/quality ratio

Cons: headband, a little bit overexaggerated treble for my liking

The Bottom Line: THE BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK. The best price/quality ratio all around, for under $100 models. Impossible to destruct, awesome sound quality

Review: First things first. This product has been a success among customers for more than 20(!!!) years. These headphones are considered pretty much impossible to destruct. Some people say, on average a pair of these cans will last you for a decade(!!!) or so. ...

Pros: High Sensitivity Level, Impressive 5-30,000Hz Frequency Response, Light & Comfortable To Wear, Tight/Punchy Bass

Cons: Hard To Find From Local Retailers

The Bottom Line: The Sony MDR-V6 Professional Series headphones are the best sounding phones that I have ever owned. Light and comfortable to wear. Highly recommended.

Review: Rumor has it that these Sony MDR-V6 headphones are being (or have already been) discontinued. That is a shame because they are definitely the best sounding headphones that I have ever owned (and I have owned many). I have always been in the habit of ...

Pros: These are fantastic sounding headphones, comfortable to wear and great on the ol' pocketbook.

Cons: The ear covers are soft and comfortable but tend to wear out. 

The Bottom Line: I would buy these for any application, just shop for the best price!

Review: These headphones are very nice.  I have owned these and several other Sony models for years and have been pleased with all of them.  I wear these on long sessions on my computer, sometimes extending for six hours or more.  I have no real ...