Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

***See my update at bottom.*** These are not designed for listening on the go. In the comfort of your home , they're great . I own expensive and cheap pairs. I'm a classical musician that listens to everything. These are good for home passive isolation. You don't need much volume to get lost in your world . Cons: The bass is hard to hear unless you EQ it, and volume is not very high. Also, very bulky and a long heavy coiled chord. I'll keep them for home use with a movie or the stereo when there is noise around. At least until I decide to spend $300 in the Bose Quiet Comfort 20. ( great isolation , but very poor sound and bass response from a $300 headset !) Pros: I record music at home, so a flat signal helps ( hence the Pro name). The sound improved after 3 days of leaving them on the stereo burning them in 24/7. They are great for classical music. Trebles are not harsh, so there is less fatigue after a couple of hours. The even signal is very enjoyable , and the isolation works great . I would enjoy a tiny more bass, but it is there, and the quality makes up for it. Very comfortable. Coiled cable works great to move around your work space, you can tell it's what they were designed for. I love how these sound ! Not muddy at all. These Senheisser HD Pro 280 are great for the price,and probably a neutral signal that works for recording, but you can explore other options, specially for portable listening , both in regards to comfort and getting a lively sound. I hope it helps. ***Update: in a week, these are giving me more bass and are comfortable for hours. I tuck the coiled cable on my side, using my belt, and walk around with them all day. Even on the bus I can hear details without playing music too loud. I don't hear ppl talking to me. Popular music like John Meyer or Dave Mathews Band, Cake, Pantera, pop, Jazz, sounds as good as piano music now. Orchestra and acoustic sound great also. I'm not using the other headphones anymore. Try them and burn them in for a week. Great value: sturdy , and great sound !