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I was really surprised how neutral its tonal balance was (plus minimal stax coloration). Larger and better-defined soundstage was another wow. Harmonic coloration and perceived noise floor were also minimal. Crazily good to my tastes in almost every aspect.

BQ/comfort was downright awesome, too.

Omega og was also an interesting listen -- as it's been more than two decades since I've first heard lol. To my ears in 2023, it pretty much felt like stax-version hd600 with a great bass extension. Impressive in some ways but not quite my cup of tea.

What amp/energizer was powering them?

@joch I could hear with bhse and 717ccs. Both did a great job.

There’s one FS right now…

lol what a timing -- except I can't afford for now.

that's quite some complements. I think Omega >> HE90 despite the latter's more even FR (setup more tuned to the Omega though). And prefer both over the HE1 significantly.

This makes me want to hear x9000 because I think the SR-Omega is my favorite Stax.

Will write up this audition report later in the thread.. but omega was preferred by old-schoolers or hardcore estat folks. Prol tad more clarity. X9k is a better allrounder (to me) with highly refined highs and beautiful 3d.

Awesome- thanks for the report. I will seek out if I go to a show with one!