[gnomen]

I have a pair of Utopias coming for audition later this week or early next. Given all the positive comments here, I am really looking forward to the experience.

Currently using, and loving, HD800 headphones. So by all reports, the Utopias would be the right next step. Who knows, may have to change my avatar photo.

 

[Deolum]

Ordered a Utopia too. A local dealer made me an offer that i can't refuse. Let's see if it finally can beat my HD600 and my AKG K702.

 

[dontfeedphils]

Ordered a Utopia too. A local dealer made me an offer that i can't refuse. Let's see if it finally can beat my HD600 and my AKG K702.

I'm gonna go out on a limb and say absolutely.

Congrats on the new headphones.

 

[moemoney]

I'm gonna go out on a limb and say absolutely.

Congrats on the new headphones.

+1

 

[BowWazoo]

I once read something about a 5 year guarantee when you registered the device.
Is it still relevant?

 

[thecrow]

I once read something about a 5 year guarantee when you registered the device.
Is it still relevant?

See post 13704. It’s only 3 pages back, from 4 days ago

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/focal-utopia-general-discussion.811273/page-914

then go to post number 1 on this thread

or search “warranty” in this thread

you will see your question answered many many MANY MANY MANY MANY times

(we seriously need to change the name of this thread)

 

[ASIN]

Some words need to be blocked, how many times has this be asked/answered?

On the positive side I cleaned my Utopias today, they needed it! While I cannot say they sound better, they feel more comfortable. I noticed the goo that other had mentioned, it is worth checking regularly. Big thanks to @Energy for the instructions and particularly for recommending:

https://www.howardproducts.com/product/leather-cleaner/
https://www.howardproducts.com/product/leather-conditioner/

Much cheaper than other products sold specifically for headphones, but made by Howard for them and then rebranded with a large mark-up.

 

[moemoney]

Some words need to be blocked, how many times has this be asked/answered?

On the positive side I cleaned my Utopias today, they needed it! While I cannot say they sound better, they feel more comfortable. I noticed the goo that other had mentioned, it is worth checking regularly. Big thanks to @Energy for the instructions and particularly for recommending:

https://www.howardproducts.com/product/leather-cleaner/
https://www.howardproducts.com/product/leather-conditioner/

Much cheaper than other products sold specifically for headphones, but made by Howard for them and then rebranded with a large mark-up.

Is this a good price
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06VVYHYWH/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_Qh3.FbF537G8A

 

[ASIN]

@moemoney not good to see it is out of stock in the US. I purchased in the UK: Howard Leather Cleaner x1 (473ml) & Howard Leather Conditioner (236ml) Pair Offer

I also did my listening chair at the same time and have a lot left over.

 

[moemoney]

@moemoney not good to see it is out of stock in the US. I purchased in the UK: Howard Leather Cleaner x1 (473ml) & Howard Leather Conditioner (236ml) Pair Offer

I also did my listening chair at the same time and have a lot left over.

I Forgot about my chair

 

[BowWazoo]

The original Utopia cable is an imposition.
It'ss too rigid for me.
Time to heat up the soldering iron.

The B&W Signature is a dream.
Super soft and thin. So hardly noticeable

 

[NYanakiev]

The original Utopia cable is an imposition.
It'ss too rigid for me.
Time to heat up the soldering iron.


The B&W Signature is a dream.
Super soft and thin. So hardly noticeable

I have the 2020 version of the Utopias (new packaging, accessories);

Can't fault the stock cables, personally.

 

[Progisus]

The rubber coated stock cable’s warmth and dark background (especially in the highs) is my goto. May consider the Lazuli.

 

[xand]

Anyone tried the Utopia's with any AKM4499EQ dac, and liked it?

 

[NYanakiev]

Anyone tried the Utopia's with any AKM4499EQ dac, and liked it?

The Focal Arche comes with 2X AK4490, sounds fabulous. Even though I think that amplification is more important than the DAC once you cross a certain level.