yates7592
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The Abyss is the most dynamic, smooth, and big sounding headphones I've used to-date. These are comfortable to wear (once it's fitted to you) for an extended period and does not feel like they'll fall off my head. Proper amplification and fit are VERY important with this headphone.
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Early days yet, but following on from my bad audition experience I am now listening at home on a second hand pair through my Headtrip amp (which is totally awesome). However I currently have several very weak links in the chain, but even through my existing mediocre DAC, crappy IC cables and £2 adaptors, I can say Abyss is easily a league or two ahead of HD800 (which I loved but have since sold), especially in terms of soundstage depth and width, dynamics and bass. More detailed impressions to come when transport, DAC, interconnect and HP cable upgrades are complete and a full evaluation can be made. Agree fit IS very critical. I am finding that a full seal is optimal on any music with significant bass content.