[elee703]

If you had $2500-$3000 to spend on 1 pair of headphones, which ones and why?

caveat: no splitting into multiple headphones or headphone + amp. no used market. Just as is brand new.....1 pair.

 

[msing539]

Assuming used, I spent it on the Meze Elite--I've gone past looking for complete accuracy and focus more on enjoyment. The Elite is just that. Pure enjoyment without any fatigue, and they handle most genres exceptionally well. Beyond that, they're some of the most comfortable headphones I've ever tried on.

 

[elee703]

Assuming used, I spent it on the Meze Elite--I've gone past looking for complete accuracy and focus more on enjoyment. The Elite is just that. Pure enjoyment without any fatigue, and they handle most genres exceptionally well. Beyond that, they're some of the most comfortable headphones I've ever tried on.

I see from your signature you have the Verite Open as well. Is there a particular reason you prefer the Meze over the VO?

 

[Hiker816]

If you're excluding the need for an amp or interface box, and can either go up $200 or you can buy the headphone without a case, the RAAL-requisite SR1a, hands down. It's an absolutely incredible value. Speed and resolution are second to none, and anything else approaching its technical abilities is at least double the price.

 

[msing539]

I see from your signature you have the Verite Open as well. Is there a particular reason you prefer the Meze over the VO?

Personally, I don't love the VO for synthesized music, which is the majority of what I listen to. The VO is so natural sounding that I only find myself reaching for it for rock, band, instrumental, etc. For any kind of pop, synth, rap, the Elite is the clear winner for my taste. And again, the comfort--the VO is pretty heavy. I can wear it for a day but I never forget it's there.

 

[arielext]

Empyrean/Elite are very strong contenders for me. If I'd only had one headphones (LOLOLOL who are we kidding here ) it must have all day comfort.

 

[Arniesb]

Arya stealth

 

[msing539]

Do we get to bank the leftover money? Cause I'll change my answer to Porta Pros.

 

[dougms3]

I'd go for the Utopia or the Atrium.

Utopia is the best headphone that has graced these ears.

Haven't heard the Atrium but its so damn pretty and reviews seem to really good plus its so damn pretty.

 

[Ciggavelli]

I'd go for the Utopia or the Atrium.

Utopia is the best headphone that has graced these ears.

Haven't heard the Atrium but its so damn pretty and reviews seem to really good plus its so damn pretty.

I 2nd the Utopia. You can sometimes find it in his price range. It's one of the the best all around pair of headphones, is easy to drive, and is comfortable.

 

[Undun]

LCD-5 if you can find the right discount

 

[Arnold Schwartz]

Another vote for Utopia as the one and only you will need and steal if you can find used.

 

[chesebert]

If you do buy Utopia, make sure you understand repair cost and warranty in your country. Out of warranty driver replacement can cost you $2k.

TBH, op doesn’t need more headphones. Kind of a waste if using current electronics.

 

[elee703]

Do we get to bank the leftover money? Cause I'll change my answer to Porta Pros.

lol. No, you get tortured for a few days then die a horrible death if you don't spend it within +/- $200. Just the way it is

 

[helloh3adfi]

A used Susvara because TOTL.