I just changed pads to the BE2. I like them because they're a bit less euphonic and warm while retaining great musicality. I've had to bend the headband quite a bit to reduce the clamp force on my head. A side benefit to the BE2 is they're a little thinner than the universe pads that I was using so it seems to reduce the clamp force. I've got the headband adjusted to be comfortable now but it took quite a few bending sessions to get it right for me. I've been listening to Silje Nergaard's "Japanese Blue" album and her voice is just beautiful through the Aeolus.
ZMF Aeolus Impressions thread
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Pharmaboy
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(update for no particular reason)
Recently had a typical Aeolus experience. Began listening on a headphone that really pleases me, the JAR650 (HD650 heavily modded by Jupiter Audio Research). This headphone doesn't get much head time anymore, now that the Aeolus is boss HP.
So I'm listening to various things...and along comes music w/a powerful beat & bass. A couple minutes in I feel compelled to grab the Aeolus w/perforated universe pads--because it just kills on music like this (all music, truthfully)--and that was it, JAR650 back on the shelf.
This headphone has a way of colonizing one's system & pushing other excellent headphones into the shadows. The way I keep listening to the Eikon & Ori is to make listening sessions into competitions: Eikon vs Aeolus or Ori vs Aeolus (the latter matchup is especially fascinating).
Recently had a typical Aeolus experience. Began listening on a headphone that really pleases me, the JAR650 (HD650 heavily modded by Jupiter Audio Research). This headphone doesn't get much head time anymore, now that the Aeolus is boss HP.
So I'm listening to various things...and along comes music w/a powerful beat & bass. A couple minutes in I feel compelled to grab the Aeolus w/perforated universe pads--because it just kills on music like this (all music, truthfully)--and that was it, JAR650 back on the shelf.
This headphone has a way of colonizing one's system & pushing other excellent headphones into the shadows. The way I keep listening to the Eikon & Ori is to make listening sessions into competitions: Eikon vs Aeolus or Ori vs Aeolus (the latter matchup is especially fascinating).
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Good stuff! Substitute the Eikon for an Atticus, and I am right there with you.
I think I've settled on the BE2 pads for my preferences. For cables, I like my Norne Silvergarde S3 or Double Helix Complement 2. I'm really pleased with the musicality of the Aeolus, it draws me into the music like very few headphones can do.
What does the BE2 pads do better than the Universe Hybrids you were using?
In my setup, the Universe Hybrids were just a little too warm but overall very good. I think the BE2 pads provide just a bit more clarity and steer more towards a neutral sound.
Thank you. Last question, can you compare the characteristics of the Verite pads versus the BE2 on the Aeolus?
I don’t like the Verite pads on the Aeolus because my ears touch the grille cloths. I think the same is true with the BE2 pads, I started to become uncomfortable the longer I wore them. I’m trying the universe suede pads again.
Anyone here have any additional feedback on tubes for the pendant? I have the pendant + the vintage tubes coming, and wanted to see if there were any additional feedback on tubes for tube rolling. bought a couple and just looking for some good options to test.
You might get more responses to your question here: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/ampsandsound-aka-amps-sound.802346/page-19#post-15142330
Thanks! Will read through.
StarlightDawn
Head-Fier
Does anyone know when Zach will release the next limited edition Aeolus? 
Does anyone know when Zach will release the next limited edition Aeolus?
I would speculate that it is going to be a while. He said they are not doing a full lineup of limited edition units here:
https://www.head-fi.org/threads/zmf...ltd-and-sonnet-morpheus-now-available.932915/
Does anyone know when Zach will release the next limited edition Aeolus?
I wouldn’t fret about no LTDs offered for the Aeolus, I have the Sapele and it looks and sounds great!
StarlightDawn
Head-Fier
Thank you for the link!
I'm not a fan of the Sapele when I saw it on ZMF's website, but the moment I saw it in real life... oh my.. it really is beautiful!
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