A Slightly Better Alternative to AirPods Max

[nole]

Hi,

I've been using AirPods Max for a couple of years now and have been really happy with the sound quality. Now I'd like to upgrade them, but Apple hasn't released a proper update. Based on this background, what headphones would you recommend for me and why? I've been looking at the Dali IO-12 Headphones, Noble FoKus Apollo, and Focal Bathys, but I'm open to other suggestions as well.

Thanks in advance!

 

[IvanE92]

Sound alone - I’ve tried both the Focal and the Dali. Dali, to my ear and tastes, was vastly superior. My 4 cents.

 

[pbui44]

This person’s multi-ANC-comparison-review should prove to be a worthwhile read:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/sid...l-5909-m-d-mw75-focal-bathys-and-more.958727/

 

[kjjones1211]

Sound alone - I’ve tried both the Focal and the Dali. Dali, to my ear and tastes, was vastly superior. My 4 cents.

I have the Focal Bathys but have been looking for an upgrade. I will have to give the Dali a try, I hadn't heard of them before. What parts of the sound did you like better? I like bright, clean sound.

 

[WILLJS]

anything from a proper hifi brand would be better than the Max.