RedJohn456
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Sounds great. Except the Zen is ten times the cost of the E100 even without the additional outlay on an amp. So for me, with my lack of funds, it remains an impossible temptation.
I want eagerly for a Monk to arrive on the scene.
I was comparing on ability alone not taking into account the price. Just wanted to put it out there that the e100 is not as good as or even better than the zen. Have them both in front of me not even close to be honest. Ymmv of course.
I love the Zen as much as my Xba z5 and I find it to be more refined than the z5 in a few areas well, which is surprising given their price differences.
Edit:
I think that your question of why it's more expensive than the e100 has a few answers. For one thing, research and development. Also the quality of driver and cable composition. Despite the outward appearance the innards are quite high quality.
If the zen is more than what you're willing to spend the asura is a good alternative but imo zen is worth it's asking price and then some. I have had the chance to listen to some pretty good gear and I can confidently say that the zen can easily hang out in the big kids table