vaduz488
New Head-Fier
I received my Massdrop Focal Elex headphones a couple of days ago and I have some questions for those of you who are familiar with these. I am running them balanced through my Monoprice THX desktop DAC/Amp. First of all, is there a significant difference in the sound after a few hours of breakin? I have high hopes for these as they have received rave reviews from all the prominent youtube reviewers. I noticed at first listen how in your face they are. Some vocals and solo instruments are even offensive to my ears. I have read where some buyers said similar things but after they broke in, they were much better. How amp picky are they? I also have Hi Fi Man Aryas and Senn. 58x Jubilee and they both sound great through my DAC/Amp. Even though the Jubilee is $150 I prefer the sound of those to the Elex at this early stage. The bass is probably the best I have heard through headphones through the Elex but like I said they are so up front. Highs seems rolled off a bit and midrange is harsh as I mentioned earlier. Soundstage is not that impressive but detail is very good. Hopefully time and use will take care of these concerns. Anyway, I would appreciate any feedback any of you could give. Thanks!