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Jul 28, 2023 at 11:16 AM Post #31 of 77
Hey Zach, with the wide range of colour varieties here I was wondering if, when selecting grille colour, it's possible to indicate the fabric backing colour in the notes? Or is the fabric paired with wood currently?

Also, in your opinion, which end of the wood hardness spectrum do you think lends itself better to the Caldera specifically? I only have experience with woods in the middle-lower end of the spectrum but I love the Red Mallee with that matte finish.
We can probably do the shown color of backing fabric or Black (leave a note at checkout if you have a preference).

As far as wood hardness, the sound is much less affected on open back than closed, it's there but subtle, so especially in this case I would say choose with your eyes more than ears. With the closed headphones the difference is more immediately noticeable.

So if you like the Red Mallee I say go for it, the finish on the Mallee reminds me of Olive in a way, buttery feeling and very mottled.
 
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Jul 28, 2023 at 1:52 PM Post #32 of 77
I simply cannot believe that you had fun going to "Ross Dress For Less."

I'm not sure which ring of Dante's inferno that store is, but it's one of them. The photos look great, but there must have been another way.




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I will shop at Ross DFL as I want and enjoy it as much as I like!
 
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Jul 28, 2023 at 2:01 PM Post #33 of 77
@zach915m
Quick question, will the Burl Auteur and Aeolus have fixed wood / rod / grille colour combinations or will it be possible to choose different grille / rod colours for each wood option?
 
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Jul 28, 2023 at 2:05 PM Post #34 of 77
Jul 28, 2023 at 4:43 PM Post #35 of 77
I would be all over these if I had not just committed to two new ZMF sets (third pending). That Camphor and redwood burl looks soooooo sick on the Caldera. Much love to Zach and team.
 
Jul 28, 2023 at 5:16 PM Post #36 of 77
Jul 28, 2023 at 6:16 PM Post #37 of 77
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Jul 28, 2023 at 6:31 PM Post #38 of 77
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Jul 29, 2023 at 1:22 AM Post #39 of 77
Jul 30, 2023 at 3:29 PM Post #40 of 77
I don't know if it's related to this event or what, but I just noticed ZMF has the wonderful Cayin CS100 DAC on sale for $2699. I already think the regular $3399 price is a steal considering the quality, functionality, and sound of this thing. But Zach's sale price makes it an absurdly good deal.
 
Aug 3, 2023 at 5:09 AM Post #41 of 77
If I may ask @zach915m about it, as I am probably going to get a pair of Auteur Classic via an European dealer: what combination and grill/rod material are those? Aged brass?

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I'm deeply undecided between Steel, aged brass, and rose gold with redwood or walnut.
 
Aug 3, 2023 at 7:13 AM Post #42 of 77
If I may ask @zach915m about it, as I am probably going to get a pair of Auteur Classic via an European dealer: what combination and grill/rod material are those? Aged brass?

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I'm deeply undecided between Steel, aged brass, and rose gold with redwood or walnut.
I'm not 100% but the top burl looks like rose gold and the bottom ash pretty sure is aged brass.

ZMF may update the Auteur HCSoB page with some more shots soon with different grilles as they've done with the other models right before they go on sale.
 
Aug 3, 2023 at 12:07 PM Post #43 of 77
I'm not 100% but the top burl looks like rose gold and the bottom ash pretty sure is aged brass.

ZMF may update the Auteur HCSoB page with some more shots soon with different grilles as they've done with the other models right before they go on sale.
We have a few more pics of redwood and walnut coming for aeolus auteur, but not a ton, there will be a number of grille options that aren't pictured as well.

But yes! Those are rose gold and aged brass!
 
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Aug 3, 2023 at 1:44 PM Post #44 of 77
I am reloading the Auteur and Aeolus page on an hourly basis…. :)
 
Aug 3, 2023 at 4:30 PM Post #45 of 77
I am reloading the Auteur and Aeolus page on an hourly basis…. :)
Check now :)

Edit: as a side note, It's been very cool having a few consistent woods through this and seeing how it works across each specific model.
 
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