With plenty of Shure products landing on my desk this week, it seems like the perfect opportunity to tackle different models in each pricepoint. And for those searching for an open-back headphone around $300, the Shure SRH1440 maybe the answer to a prayer.

The SRH-1440 sounds like a SRH-1840 from lows to mids, but sounds like a SRH-940 in the highs -- but overall very similar to the 1840 except for the brightness. Enter the spare earpads.

The Shure SRH1440 is ideal for all manner of applications where sound quality is of paramount importance. It can compete with the top models on the market when it comes to sound, but it's bulkier frame and weight means it's not all that suitable for listening on the go when you're out and about.