If sound quality is important, which we all know very well it is, then try these guys on for size.  Studiophile Q40 Closed-back Dynamic Headphones by M-Audio.  Well designed for travel and comfort with great sound quality.

You get a detachable cable with threaded 1/8 inch TRS connectors and ¼ inch adapter and they’re gold plated for better quality! Perfect to go back and forth from your laptop to your mixer or mp3 players The design of the ear cups are very comfortable with warm and fuzzy padding and the head band is adjustable. They actually fit very well and stay in place.  You can use it to tune out on the airplane.  The sound isolation is very good.  The comfort factor also helps during long studio session.

The Q40 features extra-large 40mm-diameter drivers for extended low frequencies. Bass response is also enhanced by efficient components like:

• neodymium magnets,
• copper-clad aluminum voice coils
• vented diaphragms
• and low-mass treated mylar.

You’ll feel like you’re listening to a full-sized set of reference monitors in a professional studio environment from the comfort of your own room.

A collapsible design means they’ll easily fit in your carry-on luggage. Just fold them up. The headphone casing is very durable and sturdy, again perfect for when you are on the go. The lovely thing about things folks is a sturdy protective travel bag and a replacement cable!

Pick up a pair before you head out for the summer, you will love them!

• Get them at CompUSA.com or a local CompUSA Retail Store
• or TigerDirect.com

xoxo
Betty