[holbech]

So i just ordered the Focal Spirit One, and i was wondering what people are thinking about this pair of headphones.
As i've read it, it's great for a basshead?

 

[GREQ]

Not the bassiest closed headphone around, but bassier than most of the popular 'premium portable' headphones (Senn Momentum, Sony MDR-1R, UE6000, AKG K550 etc)
I liked the sound from it quite a lot. Smooth clear sound and good timbre. 
 
I think it has a good balance of authoritative deep bass without bleeding into the mids and over-powering the rest of the sound. A good compromise for any basshead I think.

 

[holbech]

Okay, i think they will fit me perfectly. I like bass, but to much is to much. 
How about the highs? Any "tsst" sounds when playing loud ?

 

[Jepu]

As far as I've noticed, treble extension is very good with them still. I haven't really noticed highs being lackluster or missing with them. Spirit Ones tend to lean towards a darkish bass side with the sound, but the highs are still there. Treble is on the soft side and a bit more quiet compared to headphones with more flat response or emphasized treble. I haven't been bothered by any sibilance issues during the ~6 months I've had them at least.

 

[holbech]

Well that is good to know, can't wait to try them.

 

[soundslikebliss]

holbech, how do you like them?  can you compare them to any other headphone?

 

[Koolpep]

I auditioned them 2 days ago. Against Momentums, DT880 and PSB M4u2-1.

For me they came in second place with the Momentums, price wise I would buy the Focals over the Momentums, but from a style and durability perspective....the Sennheiser. The top spot went to the PSB. Boy did they sound good.

I really was already so set on the Focals when I thought I give the PSB a try. Glad I did.. The PSB are on number 1 spot on my want list and I hope I only have to wait for around 48 hours