[shuto77]

 
​None of the earpads made specifically for the TH-X00 are available on Amazon.  They are Massdrop exclusives.
 
As for the rest of them, I have no idea!

 
I have the E-MU Teaks. What affect would the attenuation rings have the sound of these, which already have slightly dialed-down treble?

 

[XERO1]

Since I don't own the E-MU Teak I can't really say 100% for certain, but on my TH-X00 the rings significantly enhance the low bass response so that everything sounds relatively balanced.
 
The stock Fostex pads already come with a similar plastic ring sewn onto the bottom of the pad, so they already have them built-in.  But when using aftermarket pads like the Dekoni's, the rings make a pretty significant improvement. 
 
The rings themselves don't seem to affect the treble region very much, but without them the treble becomes too prominent and they can get fatiguing pretty quickly.

 

[shuto77]

Since I don't own the E-MU Teak I can't really say 100% for certain, but on my TH-X00 the rings significantly enhance the low bass response so that everything sounds relatively balanced.

The stock Fostex pads already come with a similar plastic ring sewn onto the bottom of the pad, so they already have them built-in.  But when using aftermarket pads like the Dekoni's, the rings make a pretty significant improvement. 

The rings themselves don't seem to affect the treble region very much, but without them the treble becomes too prominent and they can get fatiguing pretty quickly.

Ahh. I have the stock rings in my Ori Pads currently.

 

[John Q Lin]

Hi Guys

Is Focal Elear for THX00 a fair trade?

 

[cskippy]

I was just going to post the Massdrop link for the Dekoni Pads.  I ordered the Lambskin and Velour pads.  The perforated Lambskin pads look awesome but they cost as much as the other two combined.  
 
The attenuation ring will mostly add bass but also bring up the treble a touch.  I'll be posting measurements once I receive the pads.  
 
One thing I did when I tried no wood cups was add some acoustic fiber inside the cups.  It has pushed down the mid range a touch and smoothed out the sound as well.  Measurements show improvements across the board.  

Hi Guys

Is Focal Elear for THX00 a fair trade?

Absolutely!  You can always sell the Elear at a higher price than the TH-X00.  I'm surprised someone is willing to do that trade.  They are completely different headphones though. 

 

[shuto77]

Hi Guys

Is Focal Elear for THX00 a fair trade?

I'll take the Elears in that trade. Worth about $800 used, thx00 less than half that atm.

 

[shuto77]

Hi Guys

Is Focal Elear for THX00 a fair trade?

I'll take that deal if you don't.

 

[John Q Lin]

I was just going to post the Massdrop link for the Dekoni Pads.  I ordered the Lambskin and Velour pads.  The perforated Lambskin pads look awesome but they cost as much as the other two combined.  

The attenuation ring will mostly add bass but also bring up the treble a touch.  I'll be posting measurements once I receive the pads.  

One thing I did when I tried no wood cups was add some acoustic fiber inside the cups.  It has pushed down the mid range a touch and smoothed out the sound as well.  Measurements show improvements across the board.  

Hi Guys


Is Focal Elear for THX00 a fair trade?

Absolutely!  You can always sell the Elear at a higher price than the TH-X00.  I'm surprised someone is willing to do that trade.  They are completely different headphones though. 

Hi Guys

Is Focal Elear for THX00 a fair trade?

I'll take the Elears in that trade. Worth about $800 used, thx00 less than half that atm.

What Am I getting from the Elears in term of sound quality?

 

[shuto77]

What Am I getting from the Elears in term of sound quality?

Lol, I don't know firsthand, but I'd love to trade my THX00 to find out!

 

[XERO1]

Hi Guys

Is Focal Elear for THX00 a fair trade?

 
As good as the Elears are, I would still take my TH-X00's with Dekoni pads over them.
 
The Elears are a little too bass-light for me, but its the same for me with virtually every open-back headphone on the market.
 
Just remember, price has very little to do with what actually sounds best to you and your unique set of preferences.

 

[shuto77]

As good as the Elears are, I would still take my TH-X00's with Dekoni pads over them.

The Elears are a little too bass-light for me, but its the same for me with virtually every open-back headphone on the market.

Just remember, price has very little to do with what actually sounds best to you and your unique set of preferences.

So you like the Dekoni THXOO pads over anything else for Sq, Sq integrity and comfort?

 

[John Q Lin]

Hi Guys


Is Focal Elear for THX00 a fair trade?

As good as the Elears are, I would still take my TH-X00's with Dekoni pads over them.

The Elears are a little too bass-light for me, but its the same for me with virtually every open-back headphone on the market.

Just remember, price has very little to do with what actually sounds best to you and your unique set of preferences.

I barely touch my THX00s, TH900 is what I reach for if I want bass. I just don't want to get headphones with the same sound.

 

[cskippy]

Then it sounds like your choice is an easy one.

 

[John Q Lin]

Anyone here have experience with the Elears?
What do yall think?

 

[XERO1]

So you like the Dekoni THXOO pads over anything else for Sq, Sq integrity and comfort?

​Once I get the fenestrated sheepskin pads, then yes.
 
IMHO, the TH-X00 with Dekoni pads and rings will go toe-to-toe with any headphone under $1000. 

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