Audeze EL-8: The EL-8 is a must-hear at CES 2015
Mar 18, 2015 at 10:10 PM Post #3,496 of 6,486
So far the reviews here are leaving me less than thrilled. Over on the oppo pm-3 thread there has been several great posts about that set of cans. Not that they are in the same class, but it surprises me that there is not more ppl reviewing this headphone.


Negativity on the Internet always gets the most attention and, apparently, mentions.

It's quite simple, really: try or buy the EL-8 for yourself and learn what you ears tell you about them. Because you'll never be able to hear through anyone else's.
 
Mar 19, 2015 at 1:44 AM Post #3,497 of 6,486
so far I still really enjoying my closed bakcs ,what a deep and punchy bass 
i listen for hours without fatigue ,I can not explain how big is the satge but every time I have the impression that the music is moving arround me
the issolation of the CBS is almost perfect 
the resolution of the microndetails inside the macro details is phenomenal in good recordings never happen that the basses
(at any volume) blured something concerning to the finnest details inside the music
the voices sounded very natural (recording dependent) Paul Simon ,Diana Krell the bass never sounded boomed
the diffrence in output impedance is very noticialble (2 ohms -ak100mk2 ) versus Vorzuge PII (< 1 ohms)
this difference makes the bass sound deeper and  even fuller
Hans Zimmer soundtracks the (pirates of the caribean) sounded exellent and surprised me again founding new sounds that
I never though there were existent in the original (because of the precise of timming) 
about classic jazz Tigval trio ,Claude Bouling ,Keiko Matsui (the road) Egberto gismonti  CHACARELL TRIO ,Oliver Shanty 
the list is almost infinite and my personal enjoyement of my music continue to be also infiinite
I do not need to compare my el8s  any thing else they sounded like I wanted to be  sound and I happy in this way
 
Mar 19, 2015 at 1:46 AM Post #3,498 of 6,486
So far the reviews here are leaving me less than thrilled. Over on the oppo pm-3 thread there has been several great posts about that set of cans. Not that they are in the same class, but it surprises me that there is not more ppl reviewing this headphone.


i posted very positive reviews in my PM3 vs EL8 comparison.
 
only two negatives for the EL-8, and those are nothing to do with sound.  (Lack of) Portability and the lack of case to transport things around in.  The unit looks and sounds amazing.
 
Mar 19, 2015 at 8:08 AM Post #3,500 of 6,486
I obtained the EL-8 this morning from a authorized dealer in Switzerland. I am surprised they are not readily available in the US. But then again, we have the 'privilege' of paying 200 bucks extra compared to the price in the States - this is par for the course for Audeze headphones.
 
Mar 19, 2015 at 9:58 AM Post #3,502 of 6,486
i posted very positive reviews in my PM3 vs EL8 comparison.

only two negatives for the EL-8, and those are nothing to do with sound.  (Lack of) Portability and the lack of case to transport things around in.  The unit looks and sounds amazing.

It seems the only rational choice is to get both headphones lol. I am craving Audeze bass and yet I need a portable set of orthodynamic cans. One has to have priorities lol.:)
 
Mar 19, 2015 at 10:34 AM Post #3,503 of 6,486
So far the reviews here are leaving me less than thrilled. Over on the oppo pm-3 thread there has been several great posts about that set of cans. Not that they are in the same class, but it surprises me that there is not more ppl reviewing this headphone.

Patience is a virtue as they say. The robbery, damaged boxes plus a few glitches in production means we're just shipping EL-8s now. There are a number of reviews appearing soon. 
Thanks,
Audeze
 
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Mar 19, 2015 at 10:36 AM Post #3,504 of 6,486
  Jeez I have still not received my tracking number 
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Appreciate that everyone is impatient, shipping starting smoothly, everyone will receive their headphones and we look forward to their feedback.
Thanks,
Audeze
 
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Mar 19, 2015 at 11:09 AM Post #3,507 of 6,486
  What's your return policy? I couldn't find that info on your site nor any contact info.

 
here: https://www.audeze.com/terms-conditions

Our goal is to ensure your complete satisfaction

If, for whatever reason, you are dissatisfied with your purchase, you can return it to AUDEZE within 30 days of purchase date subject to conditions below. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be received within two business days of receipt of merchandise

Refunds & Credits

Refunds on returned items will be issued in the same payment form as tendered at the time of purchase. Once we receive and inspect the product we will credit your account. Please allow 5-7 days for a credit to appear on your account. If payment was made by check, the refund check will not be issued before 10 business days after the date of purchase

Exchanges

If the item was sent back for an exchange, please allow 3-5 business days for the replacement to be processed

Conditions

Please read all conditions below. If conditions are not met, AUDEZE reserves the right to refuse the return or to charge a restocking fee not less than 15%. All returned or exchanged items must be in new condition, in their original box, and must include all packing material, blank warranty cards, manuals, and all AUDEZE is not responsible for personal data or items left in returned merchandise. AUDEZE is not responsible for any consequential or incidental damage resulting from the sale or use of any merchandise bought from us. We are responsible for the monetary value of the merchandise only.

 
Mar 19, 2015 at 11:35 AM Post #3,508 of 6,486
  Hey guys, just an FYI.  The EL-8 JUST NOW is back in stock at headphone.com. Also, I was able to apply a 'pop-up window' 10% discount that appeared when I clicked on the headphone.com email newsletter I just received. With free ground shipping, and at $629 checkout price, I should be getting mine next week. -Davy
 
 


ordered mine today!
 

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