[Tomcat]

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobeau That said the few ebony backed guitars I tried had a sound I really did not like, very bright.

bobeau,

That's what I'm a little afraid of, concerning the W5000.

 

[bobeau]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tomcat bobeau, That's what I'm a little afraid of, concerning the W5000.

I wouldn't be too concerned. I imagine the drivers are tuned to 'work' with the wood, and remember that the leatherheads by some folks standards are just too warm. It could good be a really ideal combo. Though methinks the main reason the wood was chosen is mainly aesthetic, as it seems to be for its use in some boutique guitars.

 

[yaufei]

I cant wait for these to be released.......

They are available for order on some Japanese stores for twice the price of W1000.

 

[fureshi]

Quote:

Originally Posted by yaufei I cant wait for these to be released....... They are available for order on some Japanese stores for twice the price of W1000.

which sites have you seen the price for twice of W1000?

 

[Jim_T]

You can find them at http://www.yodobashi.com/enjoy/more/i/45557672.html
They say 99,800 yen, but you get 10% points to use on another purchase, so it's like 90,000. Although you can find W1000 for about 36,000 now if you look.

 

[yaufei]

Quote:

Originally Posted by fureshi which sites have you seen the price for twice of W1000?

Do a search on google, you will find a bunch of Japanese stores selling them for about 100k yen.

 

[ken36]

I sure hope this going to be an edition that will not be limited to a finite number like some other woody's.

 

[pezzy]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Canman Wow, those macassar guitars are beautiful.

i reckon! ive never seen wood like that before. There are no words to describe how incredible they look

.

 

[jjcha]

Honestly, is there any meaningful difference? Whether AT produces a full run for 2 years or releases a limited X number of cans, it all looks functionally the same to me. I.e., AT will produce a can for maybe two years, then replace it with a new model after that.

Certain limited editions like the ATH-A900LTD look interesting or early ATH-W (W10LTD/W11/W11JPN) seem to be more interesting in the limited approach. But the L3000, despite its "limited" nature, really just seemed like another production run ATH headphone.

Best regards,

-Jason

 

[mattigol]

I looked for some early impressions from Japan today using Google's translate mode. Well sorry, didn't find any. But to keep this thread alive, I am happy to report a new low price of 84,000 Yen / 600 Euro.

Not only does it look great and exude luxurious ear pampering more than any other phone short of the L3k, now it even comes down into a price region that puts it within reach of many more head-fiers than we first thought.

Even if the Ebony wood gives the W-5000 overall more treble and maybe even too much so, a tuneable amp like the PPX3 SLAM with the right tubes rolled in will hopefully turn the W-5000 into a grand performer.

If only these Japanese websites would ever respond to emails, take a reservation and ship abroad.

Cheers!

 

[lmilhan]

To Quote inimitable Queen:

I want it all.... I want it all... I want it all... and I want it NOW!

 

[CD44hi]

This thread keeps getting better...... very informative indeed

does it ever get old..... nope

 

[james__bean]

84,000 Yen

Lets see... SA5000 + EMU 1212m and EMU IC + Media server = W5000 bliss

 

[daba]

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayt999 you can see the cord pretty well in this picture. http://www.watch.impress.co.jp/av/do...3/aute1_09.jpg

I like that headphone stand and its cable management... anyone know where to buy one

?

 

[Pixel Pusher]

Just noticed Bluetin has the new ATH-W5000 listed at $998 USD, available Dec 01. A bit steep for me at the moment.