I'd personally recommend the Sennheiser PX100. Description below taken from Amazon where you can now get the MK II version of the headphones...
Manufacturer's DescriptionA musical all-rounder, the PX 100-II supra-aural mini headphones let you enjoy your personal favourites at any time on your portable player. Their dynamic, open ear cup design allows for a natural sound reproduction with a strong bass. These robust, steel-reinforced headphones can also be folded easily, thanks to their unique fold and flip design. Once folded, you can simply place them into their convenient soft carrying case.
Product DescriptionThe Sennheiser PX100-II follow on from the long-favoured MkI version.Very much a classic portable design, the PX100Mk2's are small enough to carry about but big enough to be both comfortable and decent sounding. Adapt with all types of music, the dynamic, open back design allows for a spacious and natural sound quality.With a steel-reinforced, foldable headband, the PX100 MkII's can easily be folded up and placed in the provided carry case when not in use.Optimised to sound great with MP3, iPod and iPhones, the Sennheiser PX100 MkIIs remain a classic choice at this price.Frequency response: 15-27 000 HzImpedance: 32 OhmSPL: 114 dBCable length: 1.4m
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