JonathanKlein
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FWIW, I bought the 1266 TC and the Susvara at the exact same time. While the Susvara is more comfortable, I find myself reaching for the TC more now that I have the ear pad and head position dialed in.
The JPS Labs: Abyss AB-1266 Impressions Thread
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FWIW, I bought the 1266 TC and the Susvara at the exact same time. While the Susvara is more comfortable, I find myself reaching for the TC more now that I have the ear pad and head position dialed in.
After figuring out the best rotation of the ear pads, it’s very easy and simple to adjust the fit and therefore adjust the bass levels.
I listen to my TCs throughout the week. It literally takes me less than 30 seconds to fit. It’s not difficult at all (at least for me).
The hard part is just figuring out the initial rotation and fit of the earpads. It took me like a week of experimenting before I found the best fit for me. Yeah, that’s some effort, but it definitely pays off. After that, small adjustments per genre are quick and easy
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lambdastorm
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lol don't be. Mine is the OG 1266. Much has changed since then, that headband overhaul included.
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I played with fit for a couple of days. Now I just pop them on, no adjustments needed. If I want to add or subtract bass I rotate pads one spot. Of course everyones head is different.
Same here. Under 10 seconds to adjust the fit. I do find myself adjusting/tweaking it further occasionally during the listening session though, but I don't mind doing that.
And yes, the new headband is a huge improvement, once you have found the right size O ring.
And yes, the new headband is a huge improvement, once you have found the right size O ring.
MAURO16164
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stemiki
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Mom, how ugly she is! Ha ha ha ha ha ha!
MAURO16164
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Mamma, quanto è brutta! Ah ah ah ah ah ah!: o2smile:
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Guarda che ti faccio la Macumba e ti brucio i driver ella TC!
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Mamma, quanto è brutta! Ah ah ah ah ah ah!: o2smile:
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Guarda che ti faccio la Macumba e ti brucio i driver ella TC!
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This is the headband made by a leathermaker from Rome. The Abyss writing was done by laser and not pressure and I wanted only one snap button, instead of the two screw, absolutely perfect.
Get a few more made and send them to us! Do they have other colours available?
MAURO16164
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I'm not the headband but a leathermaker from Rome. But I believe that any good leathermaker can do it, it is certainly not difficult. It is enough to have the measurements of the original and the craftsman will be able to replicate it faithfully. Then as regards the colors, I think there is no problem. Everyone can have it done as he wishes. They are only 2 coupled strips of leather, nothing particular that a good craftsman cannot do. This artisan from Rome made it in a few hours, all you need is the machinery to work the leather.
Delacaff
Member of the Trade: Headonist
Hey guys. Currently working on a prototype of comfy headband for the 1266. Super premium leathers on both sides, slick upper leather in various colors, suede leather for the lower side, totally hand-stitched. Form factor is now settled (see pic below). We - me the designer and my Leather man, are exploring different foams to place in-between the layers of leather for maximum comfort. We are also exploring on-demand vegan tanning with different manufacturers for the lower leather as vegan tan prevents from allergies but this is quite difficult to source small volume. Stay tuned 
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I did not know people be allergic to leather, good to know.Hey guys. Currently working on a prototype of comfy headband for the 1266. Super premium leathers on both sides, slick upper leather in various colors, suede leather for the lower side, totally hand-stitched. Form factor is now settled (see pic below). We - me the designer and my Leather man, are exploring different foams to place in-between the layers of leather for maximum comfort. We are also exploring on-demand vegan tanning with different manufacturers for the lower leather as vegan tan prevents from allergies but this is quite difficult to source small volume. Stay tuned
Delacaff
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Some people are allergic to the dyeing of the leather when these leathers are chrome-tanned, not to the leather itself. Long story short, these allergies are due to the presence of chrome. Statistics say that around 10% of a population may declare such allergies. When a headband is placed on bold-head, risks increase. That's the reason why vegan tanned leather is a must-have but vegan-tanned suedes doesn't come as standard in the market. Moreover, when suede leathers are vegan-tanned, they may leak their dyeing and leave some traces. Not good at all for the customer experience... As a result, a vegan-tanned suede with specific treatment to fix the dyeing must be manufacture on-demand. But it is worth to do since the touch of suede leather on skin is cool, and helps to prevent heavy headphone to slide.
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I can feel you here. You get so used to what you have, you can lose an appreciation for how good it actually is. That is, until you hear something else that's a lot worse. I've definitely regretted selling a few things in my audio life!
I’m on the cusp of selling my WA33. The introduction of Wells Milo is pushing me. Only thing is the Woo looks beautiful. Only time I use it is with the 1266.
