[racebit]

as far as the cable termination... yeah.. we can all agree that was a blunder

Not all ! I can not put publicly into words what i think about mini XLR connectors. Talk about a torture device, on the other side of the universe of the cleanliness of the 3.5mm connectors, like the Clear. Only solution to live with mini-XLR is considering it a fixed cable, permanently connected to the headphone.

 

[Roasty]

How about airiness and spaciousness on the closed version?

I don't know how Zach made the closed.. But it is on par with the opened.

As many have said about it.. It is a closed, but not like a closed.

 

[betula]

Not all ! I can not put publicly into words what i think about mini XLR connectors. Talk about a torture device, on the other side of the universe of the cleanliness of the 3.5mm connectors, like the Clear. Only solution to live with mini-XLR is considering it a fixed cable, permanently connected to the headphone.

Mini XLR is the way to go to standardise high-end headphone connections. 3.5mm is just too flimsy and weak.

 

[ken6217]

Man, your post just proves it is all about personal preference.

Duh.

 

[Jvincent]

Yep u can rotate the earcups to change how it rests on your head (to allow a small gap, which is needed for an optimal sound with these headphones), and you can also adjust the metal headband as well to further fine tune.

By far.. The Meze is the most comfortable in my lineup. Followed by utopia, verite, and lastly abyss.

I had decided to put up the Meze for sale in my local buy/sell.. I had neglected the Meze in favour of the abyss, utopia and verite closed.

But yesterday I decided to give it another listen just for kicks. Put on the suede pads. Hooked up with a norne silvergarde. I was immediately smiling. I think my listening tastes have changed a bit; I now much prefer the Meze with suede pads. With the leather pads, it sounds a bit bloated to me. Not sure if it's the cable.. But I did enjoy the detail and highs. So very sweet and smooth. Nicer separation than the verite closed too.

I'm going to listen to the Meze over the weekend and have a rethink if I'm going to let them go.

You and I are on the same page with the pads and the cable... Im running a silverguarde 3 as well! couldnt be happier with it!

 

[518141]

From what I read, the ZMF VC could be indeed a good supplement to the Empyrean. If I was interested in owning more headphones then I would choose complentary headphones. Why?
I also do not eat pizza every day because I like it. I understand everyone who owns +five headphones. Why should we limit ourselves!?

 

[mixman]

Not all ! I can not put publicly into words what i think about mini XLR connectors. Talk about a torture device, on the other side of the universe of the cleanliness of the 3.5mm connectors, like the Clear. Only solution to live with mini-XLR is considering it a fixed cable, permanently connected to the headphone.

Well as far as the Rosson are concerned, it's not really the mini xlr vs the 3.5mm, even though I do prefer the mini xlr, its that their 3.5mm connectors have a different pinout, meaning you can't really use standard 3.5mm cables with them and even if you could, not all 3.5mm plugs would fit in the holes for the connectors.

 

[jlbrach]

I have been reading about 1266 TC sound qualities, including bass. However I was not aware of its earcup tilting capability. That puts it into another league. I will look more carefully into it now. Thanks for pointing it out.

the TC is not nearly as difficult to wear or as uncomfortable as suggested...with a bit a work it is quite comfortable and the sound....nothing like it

 

[Roasty]

the TC is not nearly as difficult to wear or as uncomfortable as suggested...with a bit a work it is quite comfortable and the sound....nothing like it

Yep agreed. Once adjusted, never have to adjust again. It's not uncomfortable, just not entirely comfortable. The Meze can almost just melt away and disappear. But with abyss, I always know it is on my head. Sometimes I think that's what the TC stands for.. Totally Conscious i'm wearing it..

 

[Dan Lee]

Man I really cant wait till mine finally come in. I have been waiting now for almost 2 months.

 

[Bonddam]

I am getting the TC on Friday and am wondering how long it takes to tweak it? What is the purpose of turning the ear pads? How much of a gap are they talking about?

 

[Bonddam]

Man I really cant wait till mine finally come in. I have been waiting now for almost 2 months.

you been waiting for the Empyrean for two months?!

 

[Roasty]

I am getting the TC on Friday and am wondering how long it takes to tweak it? What is the purpose of turning the ear pads? How much of a gap are they talking about?

U just rotate the pads one notch at a time until u get to an "optimal sound". Just a small gap is required, about 1-3mm. If its an all round seal, the bass will be lacking impact and soundstage is terrible; overall presentation suffers.

After I find the correct position, I listen again one notch up and one notch down to confirm.

I adjusted the pads first. Then pulled apart the metal band such that the pads just barely rest on my head.

Then the enjoyment will begin.

 

[Bonddam]

So how do you know it is optimal sound?

 

[Roasty]

So how do you know it is optimal sound?

For me.. The pads are only resting on my head very lightly. If i move my head too much, the headphones will likely fall off. I have a very small maybe 2 mm gap between pad and head, just below the ear.

Optimal sound.. That's for you to adjust the pads and find your preference.

Also remember u can not only pull apart the metal head band for width, but also angle them out or in, depending on your head shape and sound preference.