[MPA] What Headphones?

[Scott Jacob Loehr]

I also echo the recommendation for AKG 240 headphones.  They're great 
for detailed listening, but I wouldn't use them for a final mix... 
you get fooled by the low end.

>Hi There,
>
>Since I'm living in a very remote area I don't get the chance to check out
>equipment in the flesh so I'm hoping there are some people out there that
>can recommend headphones for me.
>
>If I explain the best I can of what I'm into it may make it easier to point
>me in a direction. At the moment I'm using Beyer Dynamic DT250 and like them
>very much. I don't like the DT100 as I find they give the impression of
>being 2 inches away from the speakers. I know they are very good headphones
>but it's just a personal preference so please don't take that personally to
>anyone who loves them.
>I'm looking for something that makes you feel inside the track with lots of
>space and width and can let me monitor subtle details like the ambience from
>reverbs and delays etc.
>Also I take it I would be better with a closed ear design not only to shut
>off outside noise but to prevent spillage from the headphones through a
>vocal Mic for example.
>
>I've heard a bit about Sony MDR V900. Anyone know anything about them?
>
>Any advice or recommendations will be greatly appreciated.
>Cheers,
>Marky