[hifi80sman]

Does anyone have any experience with the mdr1am2 and the Meze 99 I’m trying to decide between the two thanx!

Meze 99 Classic or Meze 99 Neo?

I have not tried the Classic, but I'd take the 1AM2 over the Neo all day long. The Neo are much warmer, bass is not as defined, and they sound a little muffled compared to the 1AM2.

 

[monsieurfromag3]

Meze 99 Classic or Meze 99 Neo?

I have not tried the Classic, but I'd take the 1AM2 over the Neo all day long. The Neo are much warmer, bass is not as defined, and they sound a little muffled compared to the 1AM2.

I would have said the same thing about the Classic - and the Neo is supposedly a tad sharper than the Classic, which can really descend into a sirupy mess sometimes.

 

[Just1890]

Are there any headphones that sound similar to these? I bought a refurbished pair and loved their sound more than anything I'd heard before, but I found the pads to be far too small for my ears. I imagine that some of the more expensive Sony offerings would do the trick but they're out of my budget.... Are there any older Sony models that may use similar tech (the Mdr-1A look to be about the same size sadly).

 

[hifi80sman]

Are there any headphones that sound similar to these? I bought a refurbished pair and loved their sound more than anything I'd heard before, but I found the pads to be far too small for my ears. I imagine that some of the more expensive Sony offerings would do the trick but they're out of my budget.... Are there any older Sony models that may use similar tech (the Mdr-1A look to be about the same size sadly).

You could always give the Takstar Pro 82 a shot. They have a similar design, but have larger earpads and are very comfortable. Build quality is good, but it doesn't feel quite as nice as the Sony. They are a little sharper in the treble region, but they EQ very well AND you can add some tuning foam if you want. I can't remember if it came with tuning foam, but it may have. The aluminum case it comes with is killer. Personally, I added some tuning foam and upgraded the earpads with the Brainwavz HM5 Sheepskin Oval earpads.

 

[dooxtypoox]

Hey everyone! I just did a review for my Sony MDR-1AM2 if you're interested I got these in Japan!
Review can be found here.

 

[griga]

Maybe interesting for someone. German Amazon is selling brand new silver Sony MDR 1AM2 for 133 eur....

 

[kith86]

Hey everyone! I just did a review for my Sony MDR-1AM2 if you're interested I got these in Japan!
Review can be found here.

Do you tested the balance cable as well!?
Wondering if its really works since its not dual entry, usually balance connection comes with dual entry input, if its really works how come sony can do the balance with just single port connection?

 

[LaValentin]

Do you tested the balance cable as well!?
Wondering if its really works since its not dual entry, usually balance connection comes with dual entry input, if its really works how come sony can do the balance with just single port connection?

You don't need dual entry. It's a 4 connector mini jack that plugs into the headphones. So, with 2nd cable included this makes them totally balanced.

 

[dooxtypoox]

Do you tested the balance cable as well!?
Wondering if its really works since its not dual entry, usually balance connection comes with dual entry input, if its really works how come sony can do the balance with just single port connection?

The balanced works nicely with the ZX300's balanced output. You are right! It does not have a dual entry input. But the 4.4mm balanced cable contains an additional ground connection that the regular 3.5mm single-ended cable doesn't have to "reduce cross talk and increase audio efficiency".

I sourced this image and information directly from Sony's website

 

[Sonywalkmanuser]

Covering the top bass ports seem to have a big effect on the bass response. Wonder if anyone had tried to mod their 1Am2 bass ports?

 

[Mitchuuu]

Got my mdr1am2's earlier this week (for just $150!) and I'm quite happy! Too warm in the bass region and less spacious than I'm used to, but it's forgivable and their sound is really fun and surprisingly detailed for how relaxed they are. Highlight for me is definitely comfort since my other cans are Audeze's. I think these are 1/3 the weight. My neck is happy.

I was hoping you guys could share your EQ settings if you're using any I think a little eq'ing could really make these sing.

 

[Rob49]

I decided to give my old Sony ZX2 a try out with my MDR-1AM2's ( TRRS cable. ) and it sounds SO, SO GOOD !! It's always been a great DAP, but can't recall it sounding this good before ??

 

[hifi80sman]

I decided to give my old Sony ZX2 a try out with my MDR-1AM2's ( TRRS cable. ) and it sounds SO, SO GOOD !! It's always been a great DAP, but can't recall it sounding this good before ??

The mind is a funny thing! If you listen to average SQ for a given period of time, your brain will begin to create a new baseline, so it'll sound "good" after a while. It's only until you re-expose yourself to great sound that you realize you been living in a box.

 

[Rob49]

The mind is a funny thing! If you listen to average SQ for a given period of time, your brain will begin to create a new baseline, so it'll sound "good" after a while. It's only until you re-expose yourself to great sound that you realize you been living in a box.

I don't think i've been "living in a box" ?? Perhaps i have ! but it's a joy to discover this, so much so, i've not been using my MDR-Z1R's much these last few days....i think the 1AM2's are exceptional value and a lot of fun !

 

[Gamerlingual]

Hi guys. Has anyone compared these to the MDR-Z1R? I compared them using my Sony WM1A and came away impressed with how wonderful the 1AM2 turned out to be in sound quality. It was really close to the Z1R that I decided to go for these special gem as it is so light weight and easy to listen to. Only problem is the noise isolation isn’t great, but that’s what I use my WH-1000XM3 for.