Headphones for Apple Lossless

Hi, I am wondering what headphones would be best to use on an ipod touch with apple lossless.
By using apple lossless I obviously want a faithful reproduction of the original and to get the best out of it.

I have been very happy with the headphones that I have. One is the [*_Bose Quiet Comfort 15*|http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/headphones/noise_cancelling_he adphones/quietcomfort15/index.jsp] and the other is [*_Beats By Dr Dre Studio_*|http://www.monstercable.com/productdisplay.asp?pin=3808]. I like them both however prefer the Bose for comfort and quality.
For in-ear headphones I prefer the [*_Klipsch Image S4_*|http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/image-s4-reviews> which do an excellent job in renditioning the audio as intended by the producer.
Look all of the above up on the internet for reviews and you should be able to come to a well informed decision.
Axel F.

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