[thatonenoob]

Please do compare with Ether C and Ether C Flow, I am getting a closed can, and Ether is pretty much my choice
before I see this new headphone.
The Z1R looks gorgeous, I hope it kicks some TOTL headphones out there.
I'll save-up for it, if it is good for the price.

Once I get my hands on the mdr z1r...I'll make sure I do this.

 

[gto88]

Great. Thanks in advance.

 

[phonomat]

I don't remember ever putting a case on my head to listen to music...cardbord boxes are just fine with me.

Nice, could you recommend a good sounding cardboard box? Might save me a ton of money.

 

[beowulf]

Nice, could you recommend a good sounding cardboard box? Might save me a ton of money.

I see what you did there.

Anyway, whoa, the case joke escalated quickly.

But on a more serious tone, I fully agree with XERO1: Of course the case is not important for the main use (sound) and it is more for storage than for daily carrying (although it seems OK to travel).

However, if we're looking at supposed flaghip/reference models, it makes sense that the brands pay attention to details at all levels, case and accessories included. This is especially true if prices are high.

On the Z1R in particular, if the case is real leather, than it's a nice touch (and not cheap). If it is PU leather, then meh.

 

[phonomat]

One second ago we were decrying the lack of technology behind the driver...now we're complaining about the box?

Welcome to Head-Fi.

This thread might best be left to those actually interested in the new Sony headphones, and not those critical of everything Sony didn't anticipate by offering a flagship in the top-tier segment of can technology.
Bust some balls at Lexus for not providing a silver plated cigarette lighter in their flagship hot-rod and get back to us about how that went. Or better yet, harangue Louis Vuitton about their limited color selection and pricing "scheme".
I don't see any serious complainer interested in buying the new Sony headphones. Why on earth are you even pestered about this thread?
Check out the Bentley discussion threads and bash some heads there about the lack of a dedicated ginger ale tap in the left passenger seat.
This is getting old. -and why do you people expect to get answers from people on this thread anyway? Call Sony directly if you care so much. Brush up on your Japanese expletives.

Welcome to Head-Fi. It is what it is. Actually, for someone who's quite new to this forum, you might want to tone it down a little bit. Not your house, not your rules. Deal with it or do as you recommended to others and leave.

I see what you did there.

Anyway, whoa, the case joke escalated quickly.

Yeah, we're all basket cases in here. :atsmile:

 

[thatonenoob]

Welcome to Head-Fi.
Welcome to Head-Fi. It is what it is. Actually, for someone who's quite new to this forum, you might want to tone it down a little bit. Not your house, not your rules. Deal with it or do as you recommended to others and leave.
Yeah, we're all basket cases in here. :atsmile:

Welcome to Headfi.... so true.

 

[mrtim6]

Any of the good people on headfi had the chance (here's looking at Jude) to listen to the new Sony MDR-Z1R and compare it to the Pioneer SE Master 1? Not sure if there are any similarities in sound signature between the two. They both look extremely well made - in fact I'm listening to Free Bird hirez on my SEM1 right now and diggin' the sound. I also own the Z7 I might look at a trade up if the Sony MDR-Z1R sounds as good as it looks.

Any additional information on the sound signature would be most welcome as we seem to have a drought of real impressions and the thread has moved on to packaging and cables LOL.

Thanks to everyone who provided some impressions so far...

Please, please, please some one reinvigorate this thread before we move on to an in-depth analysis of the shrink wrap used and price labeling gun colour scheme and which side of the box the price was stamped...

Really happy Sony has released a very promising looking headphone - lets hope it comes with MDR-R10 & Qualia DND.

Enjoy some music and have a great weekend everyone!

 

[mrtim6]

Above should read MDR-R10 Qualia DNA

 

[mrtim6]

Impressions are what we need or we will be hitching a ride to Hypeville...

 

[beowulf]

Please, please, please some one reinvigorate this thread before we move on to an in-depth analysis of the shrink wrap used and price labeling gun colour scheme and which side of the box the price was stamped...
Really happy Sony has released a very promising looking headphone - lets hope it comes with MDR-R10 & Qualia DND.
Enjoy some music and have a great weekend everyone!

People are floating a bit on the topic because there isn't really any good information on it at the moment. We know the specs, materials, look and have some initial impressions, but I haven't seen a single review yet, even preliminary.
We're 25 days away from the release date (the earliest I've seen was 04-10-2016 in Germany), so perhaps something more substantial will pop up soon.

 

[thatonenoob]

It's going to be difficult for some of those outside the US as we did not receive any units for assessment. I'm waiting for the country release event to get more time with these. Hopefully the review units will be forthcoming after said event. Any further impressions would be appreciated too!

 

[Simon T]

While waiting for impressions/reviews from our more independent or less bias Head-Fi community members.

Interview/impression of the Z1R published here (through Google translate): http://www.sony.jp/headphone/special/park/products_m1/voice10.html

Cheers

p.s. been pasting too many links from Sony websites, hopefully it does not go against any Head-Fi thread rules/etiquette

 

[Sp12er3]

There's a pdf advert brochure on the bottom of the page there explaining the Z1R's technology and also accessories, something is said about the case, I can't read Japanese so I don't know whether it says something about the case being leather or not, and the Kimber Kable upgrade with 4.4mm balanced plug.

 

[deafdoorknob]

first Japanese (p)review of the full signature system (use google translate)

http://www.phileweb.com/sp/review/article/201609/09/2220.html

 

[Sujay Rao]

So, is this now the only Balanced headphone available on the market. I am not aware of any other manufacturer who sells them One has to mod them oneself, of get them modified by a third party agent.