Exploring TOTL used headphones

[NiteRiter]

I’m in the market for a used TOTL headphone to add to and complement my current gear. Open or closed back is fine. I prefer closed backs since I listen a lot in bed and don’t want to bother my wife. Although, I understand that open backs often have more ‘wow factor’. My current headphones are: HiFiMan he1000v2, DCA Neon 2 Noire, Focal Clear OG, Sennheiser 6xx, E-MU Teak, and Kennerton LSA HP-2.

I’m looking for a sound signature that is not overly warm, but has a good mid-bass punch and satisfying sub-bass. I like fantastic mids, with natural, not reduced, vocals. I’d also like a treble that is sparkly and has air. I’d also like the best dynamics, imaging, and detail retrieval. A massive soundstage is not crucial.

I’ve been looking at the following models, but would love to hear your thoughts and suggestions for others.

• Meze Elite
• ZMF Atrium (open or closed)
• Sennheiser 800 or 800s
• Audeze LCD-4Z (or a different LCD)

 

[msing539]

For closed back, I'd also suggest the Denon D9200. TOTL sound, sub $950 used.

 

[gadus]

dca expanse (with a good amplifier), takes some time to get used to but the sound is superb,
dca stelth
zmf caldera (I haven't heard it myself but there is a lot of hype around)

 

[jonathan c]

Closed back, ZMF Verite Closed.