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Regarding the bass on electrostats - it just is what is. You're not gonna get ear-flapping slam and impact like with planars or with (some) closed dynamics, though a thoroughly amp'd 007 Mk 1's bass is kind of interesting in its own right. I'm not holding out hope for a tech breakthrough to close that gap, or a new amp to magically fill out more than an OG DIY T2 (which I find slightly stronger in bass fill versus the Kerry T2 I had). I think these are the physics of an ultra thin, ultra light diaphragm of a wearable size, driven by relatively weak electrostatic forces. Magnets, coils, and cone materials are 800 lbs gorillas by comparison. You can push it only so far before you're risking the lifespan of those electrostatic diaphragms, or your needed amp is infeasible.
I've transitioned fully to speakers for the "tactile" feel of lower spectrum energy. So pursuing this in headphones (which cannot equal a good speaker rig here) is not a high priority.
I think serious headphone audiophiles should try electrostats, but they're not gong to be for everyone.
I've transitioned fully to speakers for the "tactile" feel of lower spectrum energy. So pursuing this in headphones (which cannot equal a good speaker rig here) is not a high priority.
I think serious headphone audiophiles should try electrostats, but they're not gong to be for everyone.
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