GF asked me what headphones I want for X-Mas....

[oicdn]

Of course there's the obvious "I want $$$$" answer, but realisticly speaking, what should I tell her? She's familiar with the cost/nature of the hobby, but I don't want to completely stray her away from ever buying me anything audio related ever again with some extravagant want.

So what should I tell her I want?

It would be for something primarily used at home or when on the putor like now. But I would occasionally take it out wherever. Again, not expensive.

So I was thinking along the lines of lower end Grados, K240, HD555, K81DJ, RP21, RP22,etc. Something lower end that doesn't give you sticker shock but is a good call. Basically, sub $100.

Oh, it'll be driven by a portable rig most all the time, so it'll have to be easy to drive, but respond VERY WELL to a portable amp.

[MaloS]

http://cgi.ebay.com/Equation-Audio-RP-21-Headphones-Ear-Tools-Brand-New_W0QQitemZ290183263070QQihZ019QQcategoryZ14985QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[Uncle Erik]

How about an Alessandro MS-1?

[nelamvr6]

How about an Alessandro MS-1?

That's exactly what I was gonna suggest!

[HiWire]

Alessandro MS-1

[PFKMan23]

I third the MS-1 suggestion.

[mjg]

alessandro ms1, because it's an original suggestion, and I like giraffes.

[JBLoudG20]

MS-1 because there is no business like show business.

[hungrych]

MS-1 because I said it first.

[Dusty Chalk]

I got nuthin'.

[grawk]

tell her you appreciate the sentiment, but that you'd rather she pick something out for you. That you trust her judgement.

[ph0rk]

How about a stand, boxes/case to put phones in, or the like?

Some people are just hard to shop for - giving a handful of ideas will still make it a bit of a surprise (or she may come up with something entirely new based on the suggestions).

I'd avoid a headphone because you may return it/sell it later.

It is easier to buy a desk humidor for a smoker rather than the "right" cigars.

[Icarium]

Just ask for a K1000 to see if she really loves you.

[holland]

Everyone always suggests MS-1. I can't argue with it, though. You could also hint and say you'd like to return the favor by buying her some shoes, a purse, etc., see what she tosses out (cheap like coach or haute couture) and go from there.

[grawk]

"All i want for xmas is your balloon knot!"

[ph0rk]

That should go over great, actually. Be sure and ask for some blue meat, while you're at it.

[aerius]

So what should I tell her I want?

A blowjob.

From her mom.

[ecclesand]

A blowjob.

From her mom.

Or her dad if you're into that sort of thing.

"Not that there's anything wrong with that"

[JBLoudG20]

I'd avoid a headphone because you may return it/sell it later.

The precise reason I have had my SO avoid buying me this kind of item.

[Cosmopragma]

A blowjob.

From her mom.

That's overrated.

[grawk]

That's overrated.

depends on the mom

[Cosmopragma]

Ah, and be careful.

In my case it's not headphones but an amp.

My spouse asked me what I want for christmas and I asked for an amp.

Specifically for the Audio Technica HA5000 for my secondary rig.

Well, her answer was : "Why not.You deserve it for your pleasure"

Since then I wonder what kind of jewelry she does expect in return for her pleasure.

Would have been cheaper to buy the amp myself, that's for sure.

[Cosmopragma]

depends on the mom

Not solely.

Been there done that and it wasn't worth the hassles with the dad afterwards.

He was way stronger than me.Damned gorilla.

[grawk]

Not solely.

Been there done that and it wasn't worth the hassles with the dad afterwards.

The bastard was way stronger than me.Damned gorilla.

That has more to do with you than anyone else...

[deepak]

Grado SR-60 plus flats