I have my hands full with my TTs and record collection. The biggest downside of RTR is availability of software in good condition.

You can see my full system details on WBF (member iaxel).

Totally agree. But to REALLY listen to them properly, you need a turntable :)

Landed.

That's correct. AND listening in your own environment, and not shows/meet-up and so on. That, to me, is the most important factor. I've owned many TOTL headphones that got rage reviews and they found their way to the classified after a few weeks/months. WHY? Because I have my own taste and most...

Soon I’ll be able to listen to them on my own setup and fully evaluate. So far, from what I’ve auditioned, the “fixing” is required on other headphones.

It cost enough to define a shift in pricing. I'm not preaching, as I'm guilty as charged for paying these prices.

Aren't you the owner of an HE-1?

Seems like they tried very hard to justify a new TOTL planar. Nothing new here.

Looking forward for your impressions of using variable sources.

@Joey_V congrats on your purchase! Beautiful photos and setup. Are you using the HE-1 internal DAC or are you bypassing it with the ability to use your main system's sources? (EMM, VPI etc).

@zach915m - will the beautiful wooden cases be sold separately? If so, is there a preview/price on your shop website? Thanks!

Arrived! (Nov 24th - #8871)

Raal was EVERYWHERE in Munich. Truely exceptional! The Feliks room in MOC and the “Serbian” room :) in Hifideluxe allowed to properly experience the Raals. So much experience and a lot to talk about in the Hifideluxe room. Wonderful people and highly professional. After the show I’m very much...

Mine is #8871 also ordered on the 24th. Here's hoping...

A bit OT, but how did the new DAC affect the sound of the Valkyria? The Valkyria already has that "warm" sound as part of its signature.

Still early days. Required break-in is, at least, 220 hours. Will report later.

It's like a big set of ribbon open back headphones :)

Congratulations!

Prompt payment and communication. Highly recommended! Thank you very much David! Enjoy these amazing headphones!

Fully agree. A (MAJOR) part of such a business would be customer support. I would like to receive some notice from Ryan and know when to expect my order and should he expect further delays. That's the bare minimum to ask.

I would really appreciate if Ryan would post something here or send an email about the current status.

Selling my “stock” beautifully finished Oak-oiled Caldera after purchasing a stabilized/rarity pair. I am the original owner. Purchased from the local distributor on September 2023. Used for ~3 months only and in box since. Barely broken-in. This pair is in new immaculate condition. Includes...

Sad day indeed :pensive:. One of the greatest. RIP.