[RobertSM]

I own the Sony MDR-Z7M2 and have a pair of the Focal Elegia on loan.

The long and short of it is that the Sony is a more laid back headphone and offers a very easy on the ears presentation. The Elegia, to me, offers a very exciting presentation. The sound really jumps out at you. They have a lovely sparkle to them.

I hate to say this...but I think they both have a great place. They are very different. One not better than the other just different.

 

[purk]

He mentions that new $1,250 Audio Technica flagship closed. Just Googled it. Not out yet but looks promising as a Z1R competitor for a lot less.

I am glad that AT is back at full force in highend headphones game. Usually the "Ti" version is more or less a limited closed back model.

 

[Left Channel]

He mentions that new $1,250 Audio Technica flagship closed. Just Googled it. Not out yet but looks promising as a Z1R competitor for a lot less.

My experience with other Audio Technica cans is that the sound is entirely different from this Sony line. Much more of a neutral, reference, studio tuning.

 

[purk]

My experience with other Audio Technica cans is that the sound is entirely different from this Sony line. Much more of a neutral, reference, studio tuning.

The Sony of old is much more neutral compared to the Sony of now though. The Z7 M2 kinds of steer back toward that sense of neutral. AT phones that I have tried (L3000, W2002, A100Ti, 11JPN, 10VTG, and W5000) are all very nice but are more boxy sounding with forward presentation. Well, the W2002, and L3000 were my favorites.

 

[Whitigir]

Tried out Z7 M2 , and was surprised by it performances. It is tuned much better than first gen, more balanced across the spectrum while still musical with great soundstage.

 

[zazex]

I have been reading as much as I can find about the Z7m2's. I really like their build quality and the way they look. I would like to buy a pair of good quality closed back headphones. I have narrowed my selection list down to these and the Focal Elegia's. I have not seen much regarding comparing the two and would appreciate any comments. Thanks. Also, I cannot find a price on new Elegia's less than $900 while I can find the Sony's for about $630.

And where, if I may ask, have you found the Z7m2's for $630?
That is an extreeemely attractive price, at least to me.

Many thanks, if you care to share...

 

[Sonic Defender]

Shame, I literally sold an absolutely as new Z7M2 for $750 Canadian! I prefer to sell in Canada as PayPal is less optimum than a direct transfer into my bank account which takes all of 3 minutes within Canada. Good luck finding a solid deal soon.

 

[teqshea]

And where, if I may ask, have you found the Z7m2's for $630?
That is an extreeemely attractive price, at least to me.

Many thanks, if you care to share...

No problem ------ They were on ebay last week - brand new - excellent seller - Don't know if they are still there. There were two pair left. I was very tempted but purchased a pair of Elegia's instead. I might get the Sony's later.

 

[RobertSM]

http://www.accessoryjack.com/

Currently has these for $609.00. I purchased my pair from them in November 2018 for $668.00. This is about as cheap as I've seen them. Good luck.

 

[RobertSM]

Of course you'll have to pay air shipping from Hong Kong. I think that was about $40.00 for me. More depending on where you live. But it's still a pretty good deal.

 

[teqshea]

I own the Sony MDR-Z7M2 and have a pair of the Focal Elegia on loan.

The long and short of it is that the Sony is a more laid back headphone and offers a very easy on the ears presentation. The Elegia, to me, offers a very exciting presentation. The sound really jumps out at you. The have a lovely sparkle to them.

I hate to say this...but I think they both have a great place. They are very different. One not better than the other just different.

This is excellent information for me. I was seriously considering both headphones. I finally decided on the Elegia's. They will be delivered tomorrow. I am still interested in the Z7M2's, particularly in light of your comments.

 

[zazex]

Of course you'll have to pay air shipping from Hong Kong. I think that was about $40.00 for me. More depending on where you live. But it's still a pretty good deal.

Shame, I literally sold an absolutely as new Z7M2 for $750 Canadian! I prefer to sell in Canada as PayPal is less optimum than a direct transfer into my bank account which takes all of 3 minutes within Canada. Good luck finding a solid deal soon.

Thanks for the info!

 

[zazex]

No problem ------ They were on ebay last week - brand new - excellent seller - Don't know if they are still there. There were two pair left. I was very tempted but purchased a pair of Elegia's instead. I might get the Sony's later.

This is much appreciated.

 

[zazex]

http://www.accessoryjack.com/

Currently has these for $609.00. I purchased my pair from them in November 2018 for $668.00. This is about as cheap as I've seen them. Good luck.

Thanks for the reply

 

[wje]

I actually heard these last evening at a Best Buy Magnolia location. They were driven by the Sony Hi Resolution $698 player plus a separate Sony portable amp. I liked what I heard.