Sorry, I don't know how to "describe a thread". I am partially deaf in my right ear. They used to make headphones with left/right balance adjustments and it worked out great. I can't find them anymore. I would like HIGH QUALITY sounding headphones, not just some cheapo kind. Money is (almost) no object. I don't care if they are ear buds or regular headphones. I am more used to regular headphones, though. Thank you, anyone that can help me. I listen to a lot of "progressive rock" and "progressive, non-boring, fusion jazz" with very clear recordings and really appreciate quality sound, NOT just booming bass for rap crap. Rap is NOT music. Sorry, rappers.