i didn't say that Sony XD series won't sound good. I was saying that you cannot compare XD and EP as purpose of both is totally different.
I said "Sony XD series are only for in-house listening and are good but philips have lot better models for that price range.".
hmm. For in-house use, go for XD series that fits your budget
for outdoor use, get in-ear headphones. I will not recommend MDR-J11G. The earclip is not comfortable for some people.
Instead, go for EX-Monitor style noise isolating earphones.
I tested XD-200 for my friend and Philips 2700. Philips 2700 is clear winner.
I think you can find philips 2700 demo at PlanetM, brigade road, Bangalore.