I love the V Moda LP2. It's one of my favs among my collection. Thunderous Bass without compromising the rest of the frequency response. Mids are smooth and clear - vocals come out nicely without loss. Treble is controlled and is in a nice Goldie Locks zone...not too bright, not too dull. ***YOU MUST GET THE UPGRADED EAR PADS - MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE IN SOUND AND COMFORT. I'm so glad I listened to another reviewer when I bought them. I bought the V Moda upgraded pads with the purchase. As shown in the picture, I opted for the grey pads. They look pretty cool. It matches the interior/ underneath grey headband fabric as well as the grey V Moda logo on top of the headband. I did try the stock pads first...sounds decent, but doesn't provide as much thunderous Bass as it does with the thicker upgraded pads ...the sound in general was a bit lack luster compared to with the upgrade imo...But those upgraded pads changed the sonic characteristics for the awesome good. Plus the stock pads were NOT comfortable (didn't take too long before I was uncomfortable). Upgraded pads are absolutely comfortable! Just get them. Don't think about it. Especially now that the pricing is so, so low and affordable (even off sale) for a great set of headphones. I dare you to find something else in this price range with these particular sweet characteristics. The build quality is superb. I read a couple people saying it wasn't all that - don't listen to them. I have my own collection of headphones (all sorts and types)...trust me - these LP2s are built like a tank. It doesn't make them too heavy either. Although they aren't quite certified as High Resolution like the V Moda Crossfade M-100's, they still have great sound quality. No doubt. I've never tried the M-100's, but I've read many people go back and forth arguing which one is better at this, that, and the other. Heres the bottom line of what I found (in case you are wondering) - M-100 has a frequency response of 5-40k Hz vs the LP2's 5-30k Hz range. The LP2 is still better than most standard headphones that have only 20-20k Hz...So it's not a make or break. Many people report that the M-100 does have slightly better resolution, detail and maybe separation (maybe ...maybe one of those or all ..this is mostly opinion) However - those who seem to be more honest and aren't suffering from the placebo affect (meaning that they don't automatically think the more expensive one is better) say the difference isn't huge. I can't verify that. Theres also an argument over which one has more bass...After an exhausting search thru pages upon pages of reviews on that topic, I found undeniable proof that the LP2 does indeed have more Bass. A review revieled that an actual engineer from V Moda had indicated that the LP2 does have more Bass tuning than the M-100...that's because the M-100 is tuned to be more accurate (although it still has a somewhat energetic tuning - especially compared to other High Res sets). *For the money, the LP2 is clearly the better deal - it's not even close...not by a long shot...especially when they are on a super sale - the higher model versions become stupid to get unless you really want that tad bit extra and have money to burn. If you want Bass (or if you don't, it's ok - EQ works) - THIS is it...don't go any farther...and yes - if it's not enough out of box, you can add more Bass thru an EQ safely and it will still sound wonderful. It's a very EQ'able headphone (EQ works well across the spectrum if needed). Same with other way around - if it's too much, you can easily decrease it. I don't think the Bass is flabby and / or muddies-up in the lower mid range --- it does just fine. It hits hard and fairly quick for what it is. Punchy doesn't quite explain it lol. (More than just punchy.) Unless you want Bluetooth, there's really nothing else that's quit like this in this price range. There is the Bluetooth Skullcandy Crusher Evo with its fun heptic Bass slider (LP2 does have BETTER all round sound quality compared to the Crusher Evo and other variants - easily...the only pro to the Crusher is it's sick bumping bass that literally rattles your brain from its built in subwoofer driver - if that's your thing - I have 3 different Crusher models lol) There's a few other headphone models out there that kinda have similar sound quality matched with super Bass, but they are kinda rare and mostly imported from Japan (Japan export models) -ie older Audio Technica Solid Bass models <OR> they are discontinued - ie older Sony XBass ...Soooooo- dont bother going any farther. Plus this LP2 is built better than any of those I have in mind. This headphone is a must for any collection...for anybody regardless of music genre and sound taste. It's versatile :) Considering the LP2 has a low resistance driver (32ohm), you can play these anywhere on any device.--- Bottom line -----> 50mm drivers...gets loud...booty slapping Bass...nice, clear audio... enough detail...comfortable (get those upgraded pads or at least an aftermarket upgrade if not official V Moda pads --- *** I do recommend the V Moda pads if available - no need to skimp here! )...build is premium and parts are replaceable (and customizable!)...their fit and finish is cool looking with a premium twist. I think I covered it...I could keep rambling on but I think you get the point. All you have to do now is hit the "Buy it Now" button and wait for it to be delivered to your address. Enjoy, beautiful Humans :) Take care - love ya :)