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For timbre-heads, I think it does quite well smoothening out that metallic tinge. I think this was my biggest takeaway in terms of positives. That said, the downsides are, you are giving up some of that dynamism, punch and most importantly, ultimate resolution. It's warmpoo, but synergistic warmpoo. For the price though, I'd rather go with EC.

cutta and pasta here PLZ!: https://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/feliks-audio-euforia.4992/

@purr1n done :)

Would have been cool to drop by but already had plans, gah. Share impressions of new stuff you get to try there!

Headphones.com seem to have bought all the outstanding stock of OG Clear and sold them at a big discount. Seems like they followed up with a great price on replacement pads as well.

I think they have an exclusive contract to sell the original Clear. They're still in production, it seems; you preorder them.

Clear + DSHA-3F(N). You don’t need to spend more. Actually, a SW51 would do too. And even a Vali 2. Yeah you can be satisfied at different price points.

Would like to see how it turns out. Debating on painting or wrapping myself.

@M3NTAL I think a wrap would be the way to go for more complicated designs and character art. Something like this is what I had in mind: https://soranews24.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2017/11/ll-1.png

Full out weeb :) My co-worker wanted some character on the hood of a Miata. Never happened.

It sounds so simple, but aspects of music reproduction that I find important don't usually match with that of other people's. Been working towards improving my chain with the goal of reproducing the kind of music and experiences I've been to. Not sure if I'm there yet, but getting closer I guess.

Just some random babble going on inside my head. Going on that trip after 3 yrs of being tied to at home messes with the mind.

Jot R died on me ugh

Now you have an excuse to buy a Tyr

https://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/yamaha-yh5000se-orthodynamic-headphones-hp-1-successor.12712/page-3#post-414275

I was only there once in the 80s, beautiful country. Have a blast!

@bixby thanks! will do :)

Tbf, the Ferrum had the "cleaner" sound, but elements in the mix were flatter, while the SJR had more depth to the sound. I'm not too good at explaining the entire experience, but this is probably that "tube magic" thing going on.

What tubes are you using?

@joch Elrog ER300B-Mo, WE396a and Amperex 5AR4

Use em with a massive sub? XD

@Lyander I think I'm going there down the line. Will be looking for a sub anyway for my nearfields so might as well make it do double duty with the RAALs. As it stands though, the SR-1a's are for specific use cases only. I think the Utopias are still better all-rounders. esp for the usual stuff I listen to (anisong, Jpop, etc)

It's a good thing you stuck with it since the newer Utopias seem to be a net downgrade. Also likely saved a mutual friend from overextending to save up buying them off you, haha. Having said that, I get why— they're damned good all-rounders, and definitely neat for anisong :P

First impressions?

@JK47 Personally the May plays at a higher level, albeit if you don't like NOS, it won't be for you. I personally like the strong center image and density of the May. There's a more tangible, almost tactile, way the May renders notes.

@JK47 While the Yggdrasil isn't bad, the note weight isn't as realistic and you feel like the edges are more sharpened on the Yggdrasil, giving it a more incisive character, despite the May actually resolving more macro and micro detail. As to aspects of Yggdrasil that are more positive compared to the May, it would probably be speed and air, the second of which is naught if May is fed with upsampled material.

@M3NTAL @zerodeefex thanks :) that is the plan

I've considered this many times from both showing up semi-frequently on HifiShark. Given that you have an SJR with dynamics and an Yggdrasil, which is similar enough to my setup, really interested in your impressions either here or in the SR-1a thread when you get the chance. I've basically kept telling myself I can't use Raal's with my Studio B so I should just forget it, but they still call me from time to time...

Double post, sorry.

Good things come to those who wait

When I order something, somehow I usually forget that ordered it. (I get busy.) And then it's a big surprise when I get it.

Also A-Bd the OG Utopia with Utopia 2022 for a second time. Only reinforced what I heard the first time. New one is definitely warmer, but sacrifices that ultra precise imaging and is less transparent to my ears. Staging is slightly better on the new one (might be because of the larger grill holes). Still prefer the sparkle and top end extension of the OG, esp with tubes.

Cool. I looked at Focal but none of their 6x9 speakers were shallow enough to fit in my doors and I was installing myself so I didn’t really want to get too complicated with modding and whatnot.

please make a thread (if there isnt one already) on your findings when you get your car setup. people, including myself, would love to hear abt it

@caute I'll try. I fear my impressions might be a bit too basic since I'm exploring uncharted territory, but I'll do my best

I think along with the Susvara, they are the most technical planars that currently exist. It has a V-shaped character (but excellently tuned), soundstage and bass are probably one of the best. Abyss tune the TC in the fun side (like their other headphones) rather than reference / neutral.

The TC is comfortable but the sound changes according to how you adjust the headband so can be problematic. Very, very hard to drive, SS is probably the wiser choice for ultimate control unless you have something like the Riviera AIC-10 or WA33.

It has a unique, opinionated presentation that's big and intense. Most love it or hate it but it's worth a listen.

@caute was eyeing the Warwick Bravura or the RAAL SR-1A so I have different driver options as I already have a dynamic and planar. but I find more enjoyment trying to perfect what I already have right now than adding more stuff to the stable.

@Thad E Ginathom I think this makes a lot of sense. I'm still curious about the new stuff coming out, and it's fun trying things out. I just have to restrain myself from pulling out the wallet hastily which I don't have a lot of confidence in, which is why I just avoid situations where I can get myself into trouble.

Ahhh.... Very wise! :)

I paid $1200 for what looked mint and came with all the boxes in 2018

Interesting that the owner originally had them posted over on HF, then closed the listing, and said it was going on Yahoo Japan...

And here I thought Yahoo! was only used for fantasy football these days.