Please don't bite. Much.
Anyways, I am trying to decide between the ATH-ANC7b and ATH-M50 headphones.
I am quite attracted to the noise cancelation factor behind the first ones and they seem to have good reviews, but I have heard similar great reviews about the second model.
I don't believe the '50s have any noise cancelation at all beyond the seal around the cups.
I used to have some Super.Fi canalphones for years but I just can't bear raping my ear canals anymore with those things... so the hunt for a seat of headphones is on!
I will be listening to them on my iPhone & iPod, nothing lossless, mostly above 195 AAC if I can help it, or shop (iTunes) bought. Price is not really a problem but I don't want to spend more than the iPhone is worth however if necessary I will.
I live in a pretty noisy place and plan to use them at home or cruising the street, with the inherent traffic noise. Quite a bit of airplane travel too. I don't believe in exercise *shudder* so no need for them in the gym or anything. If they stay on while I am eating my fish 'n' chips so much the better!
Opinions welcome!
