Got me a new set of cans!

Audio-Technica ATH-ESW9’s.

Sounds very sweet, especially in the mids and lows. I’m still breaking the phones in though, so this may change. The leather padding is surprisingly comfortable and doesn’t get all that sweaty even in our tropical heat. The only complaint is that phones are quite narrow across the head, and pinches my ear somewhat (maybe because I’ve got a big head, and oversized ears?), so extended wear is a little on the uncomfortable side. But other than that, I’m really happy with the cans. Sound isolation isn’t all that great, because I can still hear what’s going on around me in the office through the phones, but this isn’t necessarily a bad thing, especially if using them on the streets (so as to hear coming traffic!).

Currently listening to:
+Quincy Jones: Big Band Bossa Nova