Focal Clear headphones
Feb 13, 2021 at 10:31 AM Post #8,836 of 12,609
Depends, if it happens at random when the headphones are already connected, it could be home appliances turning on/off and polluting your mains. If it happens only when plugging in/out headphones, then it's something else, probably the RNHP being faulty, or if it happens with other amps too, then something else is causing the DC offset.
 
Feb 14, 2021 at 3:24 PM Post #8,838 of 12,609
Just stumbled upon an album in Tidal that kind of blew me away...
Focal Clear + chord Hugo 2 just made me forget everything around me, sucked me into the music and took me to good places.
The flute sounds really magical, the low frequency pipe-drums (?) are incredibly defined and have great weight, and the high frequency percussion (no idea what it is or how to call it) is detailed, has presence but is not overly sharp.
Beautiful.....
https://tidal.com/browse/album/99219617
 
Feb 15, 2021 at 8:19 AM Post #8,840 of 12,609
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Headphone-...3?pageci=0bfc523c-e80b-426a-bd1e-d6ffef659c15

ordered this...

will it fit? for 6$+ free shipping I dont care... if yes, its the best buy ever

Hi,

It looks way too tight from the photo on ebay. O would also fear about the scratches from the zipper right on the plastic with Focal logo. I've been using this one instead:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hand-Woven...561513?hash=item3b2b1f98e9:g:bawAAOSwhQhY2bWM

It was quite ok with it till I FINALLY found this solution which is far superior IMO to anything posted here. (Including my previous posts). I'm not quite sure why it wasn't discussed at all here but Dekoni Audio Nuggets are truly incredible with Clears and I guess with any other Focal can. The comfort level is way better than any suspension straps, headband covers etc. They also look like nice and feel super soft and cushy.

Official site:
https://dekoniaudio.com/product/dekoni-audio-nuggets-headphone-headband-pressure-relief-pads-4-pack/

Ebay seller from Poland (one of their official distributors in Europe):
https://www.ebay.com/itm/DEKONI-AUD...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Pretty great price + 50 zlotý for shipment including tracking. He also have all of Dekoni's pads for Focal headphones. I've got some velour Elite too.

If you wonder about disadvantages...
This is not ideal sollution for those who are using Focal carrying case often as with these on the headband obviously won't fit in and with the tape used you can apply it about 2 times till it's pretty much useless. You must take them off. However, when used permanently you should be ok for a long time. I have mine constantly on for 2 months straight still holding in place without any damage to the headband material. (I took them off just to be sure) I contacted Dekoni directly and they confirmed the tape used is VHB 5608A in case you want to replace it over time. You are from CZ so you can buy one here like me as replacement (btw I already tried to replace the tape and it works nicely).

https://www.kamery-do-auta.cz/cs/oboustranny-3m-arsik-10x10-cm/

Hope this helps. Below are some images with nuggets on, packaging...


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Feb 15, 2021 at 11:37 AM Post #8,841 of 12,609
Thanks @semtexxl for advice, I will definitely try it!

Also, please can any metal head confirm me if this is well mastered or no? I have my Clears in servis (clipping issue) so I cant listen to it now :/ Im looking forward to do it tho, hoping it sounds realy good.. https://tidal.com/track/124571208

Thanks!

Also - at servis (not dealer) they told me the clipping is caused by AMP. What a joke. I sent them some more songs that clips and hope they will admit its defective.
For example this song in attachment:
 

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Feb 16, 2021 at 3:37 AM Post #8,843 of 12,609
please help me out guys ... I am contemplating purchasing the Focal Clear... but have doubts regarding Focal quality. (bad experience: Focale Spear, Focal Spirit Pro, Focal Shape 50 speaker, Focal Elegia - all disapointments and really poor quality)
Did Focal up their game with the Clear in terms of build quality and reliability?

Has anyone here used Clears for lets say three years without any quality issues?

Would really appreciate some answers.

(I would use it as a tool in the studio, long term reliability is important to me)
 
Feb 16, 2021 at 8:39 AM Post #8,846 of 12,609
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Feb 16, 2021 at 9:11 AM Post #8,848 of 12,609
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explor...mg-professional-high-end-open-back-headphones



I’m very interested but please tell me jarring red isn’t the only color


Thanks for sharing!
Hmmmm... I hear faster, punchier and more extension on both ends of the spectrum?
Makes me think of Utopia. I'm really wondering how the Clear MG slots in between the regular Clear and the Utopia.

Looking forward to hearing those 3 back to back. In the meantime I am enjoying my regular Clear Pro.
I exchanged the silver/grey regular Clear for a Pro model, mainly for the extra pads and the better resistance against discoloration, but I really like the colors as well.
IRL the red is much more subdued and darker, more of a bordeaux tone.
The headband looks identical to me, and that's fine since I find it very comfortable and can wear the Clears for hours without discomfort.
 

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