[Imperfectionist]

I completely agree with you that the Z1R is not worth its asking prize but that goes with most headphones above 500-600 usd. Way too many headphones are overpriced including the Utopia in my opinion, but people are buying them anyway so I don't think we will see a price drop, probably more the opposite.

But I don't think you can find a closed-back headphone for less than 1000 usd with approximately the same signature and quality. If so please let me know The aeon do not have the Z1Rs bass and the warm natural tone as far as I know. I don't know any.

Given the quality of the workmanship, its components and its sound signature, I would say it's worth the asking price.
To me, its not just a pair of headphones, it exudes the care and dedication of the craftsman as I can see from the build quality. It's a piece of art by itself.

 

[BunnyNamedCraig]

Does anyone recommend putting a conditioner of some sort to put under the headband mine is beggning to crack alot (probably from using it so much lol). I wonder if there is a way to preserve it.

How long have you had yours?

 

[Sonic Defender]

Does anyone recommend putting a conditioner of some sort to put under the headband mine is beggning to crack alot (probably from using it so much lol). I wonder if there is a way to preserve it.

Cracking? Dude you must be wearing them many hours a day (which is great). I'm still surprised it is cracking. Given the age I would actually try and see if you can get any type of warranty consideration from Sony. That seems to be way too early for any cracking. Is your home very dry?

 

[Rchandra]

My homw actually pretty cold I live by the bay, mine just began cracking a bit in the middle I almost wonder if a leather solution would help with it

 

[jmills8]

My homw actually pretty cold I live by the bay, mine just began cracking a bit in the middle I almost wonder if a leather solution would help with it

Come on.

 

[BunnyNamedCraig]

My homw actually pretty cold I live by the bay, mine just began cracking a bit in the middle I almost wonder if a leather solution would help with it

Hmmm our demo at the store doesn't have any cracks in it. I'll look tomrorow to confirm. Not sure how much you are wearing it though ha

 

[Robert Joe]

I have some Optimum Protectant Plus that I use for my car interior vinyl and leather and just put that on my Z1R. I plan to do it every few months to keep it clean and soft.

 

[Rchandra]

Hmmm our demo at the store doesn't have any cracks in it. I'll look tomrorow to confirm. Not sure how much you are wearing it though ha

Thanks brother

 

[Rchandra]

I have some Optimum Protectant Plus that I use for my car interior vinyl and leather and just put that on my Z1R. I plan to do it every few months to keep it clean and soft.

Iemme know the results!

 

[Fifty five]

Oh..

you must swet alot.

I'm not sure what material they use under headband.

if it is pleather. they not like humid condition and start to crack easily.

 

[Rchandra]

Oh..

you must swet alot.

I'm not sure what material they use under headband.




if it is pleather. they not like humid condition and start to crack easily.

Oh..

you must swet alot.

I'm not sure what material they use under headband.

if it is pleather. they not like humid condition and start to crack easily.

Yeah i think it is pleather but who knows.

 

[jmills8]

Yeah i think it is pleather but who knows.

Take it to a dry cleaner or a shoe maker and ask them. Then post your findings. Thanks.

 

[bytor33]

These are the only headphones I've had that make me sweat each time I use them (after 45 minutes or so) no matter what the ambient temperature is, and I'm not much of a sweater to begin with. Rchandra, do you leave sweat on them after using them? I wipe the sweat off with a soft rag each time I use them and so far so good.

 

[Fifty five]

Rchandra. can you tell me? that crack spot it feel hard to touch like prastic or feel a bit soft.

 

[Rchandra]

These are the only headphones I've had that make me sweat each time I use them (after 45 minutes or so) no matter what the ambient temperature is, and I'm not much of a sweater to begin with. Rchandra, do you leave sweat on them after using them? I wipe the sweat off with a soft rag each time I use them and so far so good.

Yes the headband i do wipe down but keep in mind its sitting on your head and your head does sweat it doesnt effect much to be honest its just the cracks that it leaves behind thats bothersome