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hotKarl replied to the thread Lcd2c vs lcd2 closed.I'm also not so impressed with the LCD2 closed, to me it just lacks liveliness across the frequency spectrum. Wonder if it responds... -
hotKarl replied to the thread Modi/vali/magni.Is it still considered a good combo in 2024? I have one but now I use the Magni as a preamp and amp with a THX AAA 789, I think it...
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hotKarl replied to the thread THX AAA 789 Replacement.Why do amp makers not include balanced output on nice amps like this? Isn't balanced output the gold standard and generally sounding...
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hotKarl replied to the thread Clear MG Vs Elex.Sounds like it's perfect for you then, cheers to that! I actually found that I like the bright metallic tone of the Elex, but it might...
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hotKarl replied to the thread Alternative to the Focal Elex?.Try the Hifiman HE1000 v2 stealth! 1399 now on headphones.com and an amazing all-rounder.
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hotKarl replied to the thread Audeze LCD-2C or Focal Elex.Focal Elex bass is great! Even sub bass is satisfying to me. LCD have better bass but they are so heavy, I can only wear them for 20...
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hotKarl replied to the thread LCDX, Focal Elex, Focal Clear.Focals do have a narrow sound stage but for rock you don't need a big stage! The Elex are definitely a better value than Clear (I've...
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hotKarl replied to the thread Focal Elex Heavy?.I've worn Elex for extended periods of time and they never felt heavy to me. I also have an LCD-2 and planning to sell it because my...
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hotKarl replied to the thread Clear MG Vs Elex.I bought both Clear Mg and Elex and kept Elex. The Clear Mg were just too laid back in the highs for me. Comparing A/B with the Elex...
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hotKarl replied to the thread Focal Elex Reliability.The Elex are only 399 now on headphones.com and they are an amazing value. I was so curious how they stack up to their big brothers the...
