[Change is Good]

Enhanced M-80 sound? Larger soundstage? More comfortable? Better Isolation?
 
I'm SOLD!!!

 

[HeretixAevum]

I'm very interested in the 'more comfortable' part. I really loved the M80, but had to sell them because the clamping on my ears made them very sore very quickly, and the headband left me with a hotspot. Maybe I will try these out some time.

 

[Vain III]

The only thing I disliked about the M80 was comfort. If it can get that right while enhancing the sound then I'll take two.

 

[BillsonChang007]

I like the Head-Fi theme song xD

Val Kolton seen to be playing with Jude in the Head-Fi when Jude is not looking or talking to him xD

 

[AnakChan]

I'm looking forward to giving this a shot. Another V-Moda headphone for some extreme testing!!
 
On a more serious note though the extended trebles is welcoming.
 
Edit: Gizmodo's got the XS already: http://gizmodo.com/v-moda-xs-headphones-review-indestructible-cans-with-r-1551890986
Edit: Engadget too: http://www.engadget.com/2014/03/26/vmoda-xs-headphones/

 

[roma101]

Enhanced M-80 sound? Larger soundstage? More comfortable? Better Isolation?

I'm SOLD!!!

X(S)2! you forgot wayyyyy more portable. Can't believe how tiny they get when they fold up.

This is one or the best HF videos I've seen, great job Val and Jude! As a proud owner of the M-80 and M-100 I'm really looking forward to hearing these cans more. I already found the M-80 but this a an excellent step up in sound and comfort. Love the way they look on the head also.

 

[mab1376]

Jude,
 
How would you compare these to the HD 25-I II?

 

[kothganesh]

Its on the vmoda.com website for $212. Looks very good. Just ordered one with the boom microphone. Jude, my wallet is now officially non-existent.

 

[valkolton]

Thanks everybody, we are AMPED to finally launch this product!  We are very busy today now that we have launched, but I wanted to answer any questions on this thread.
 
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I just launched the website, http://V-MODA.com/XS, check it out.
 
And here is the quick XS video "MIND THE GAP":
 

 

[Tom22]

  Thanks everybody, we are AMPED to finally launch this product!  We are very busy today now that we have launched, but I wanted to answer any questions on this thread.
 
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I just launched the website, http://V-MODA.com/XS, check it out.
 
And here is the quick XS video "MIND THE GAP":
 

thanks val already ordered my xs!!

 

[TheDreamthinker]

Always found the design a bit too flashy....but that small footprint definitely makes me reconsider....
 
Looking forward to SQ impressions..

 

[dbdynsty25]

The XS clamping force is significantly less than the M80, adding to the comfort considerably.  Like the M80 they take a good 15 min. of wear to "conform" to your ears (basically they need to warm up a bit).  The reduction in clamping force reduces the bass a bit compared to the original M80 but that's not a bad thing.  Out of my Verza, I use the Bass Boost w/ the XS and I turn it off on the M100s.  Pretty much the perfect balance between the two.  I've always liked the more flat sound of the M80s in certain instances, so the slight increase to the treble extension and improved comfort make these a near perfect on-ear option.
 
The size, like the M100s folded up in the case, is absolutely incredible.  I was shocked when I pulled them out of the box compared to my M80 case.  Truly an ultraportable headphone.  Kudos to the design team.

 

[Dragonfly123]

Val, when can we expect to see the XS go for sale on Amazon?

 

[Tom22]

The XS clamping force is significantly less than the M80, adding to the comfort considerably.  Like the M80 they take a good 15 min. of wear to "conform" to your ears (basically they need to warm up a bit).  The reduction in clamping force reduces the bass a bit compared to the original M80 but that's not a bad thing.  Out of my Verza, I use the Bass Boost w/ the XS and I turn it off on the M100s.  Pretty much the perfect balance between the two.  I've always liked the more flat sound of the M80s in certain instances, so the slight increase to the treble extension and improved comfort make these a near perfect on-ear option.

The size, like the M100s folded up in the case, is absolutely incredible.  I was shocked when I pulled them out of the box compared to my M80 case.  Truly an ultraportable headphone.  Kudos to the design team.

U got urs already?! Are u serious?!

 

[dbdynsty25]

U got urs already?! Are u serious?!

 
Part of a focus group....so yeah.  Had em for a couple weeks.  Couldn't say anything until today, the official launch.