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Comparison with GR07 (12/20)
Sub bass is more pronounced with more rumble on the GR07 when the RE262 is not amped. Amping the RE262 brings the differences closer and of course adding EQ2 from the E6 or even one step on the ZO eliminates this difference.
Treble is much more emphasized on the GR07 and in fact can lead to some ringing in busy cymbal passages or sibilance in some instances. The RE262 in contrast did not have these issues in the same passages. Cymbal decal and shimmer was more accurate on the RE262 but is at a much quieter volume and therefore not as easy to pick out as the GR07.
Of course the midrange is more forward and lush on the RE262 over the GR07. Transparency is pretty equal between the two and midrange detailing also seems equal, although it is easier to pick up on the RE262 due to it's emphasis on mids. Vocals become more intimate and emotional, whereas the GR07 while doing nothing wrong, doesn't display this same intimacy and emotion.
Isolation is better on the RE262 as the housings fit the ears more fully and help to block out more noise. The GR07 soundstage is definitely much wider but at the same time sounds more 2D than the RE262 which has a pretty deep soundstage. The RE262 has much better overall instrument timbre. Pianos have more resonance, as well as strings, providing a more realistic sound.
The GR07 is a much more neutral sounding phone with very good balance across the spectrum and has a do nothing wrong approach; while the RE262 is more colored, albeit tastefully, providing a more emotional and musical presentation.