[L0rdGwyn]

I will defer to some of our more astute tubeologysts on that one. I believe the 7802 drops the impedance farther than either the 421a or the 5998, but don't quote me on that. Perhaps @L0rdGwyn can clarify?

The output impedance is slightly lower than the 5998 or 421A by 2ohms or so. Not a massive difference, but the higher transconductance is definitely reflected in the sound. Output impedance with 5998 around 32 ohms, with 6AS7G or 6080 around 50ohms.

 

[marie 1947]

If you aren't listening to anything super fast and heavy you should be fine with Atrium open.

Im finding this is true,ive allocated AO to vocals and VO to heavy and pop

 

[Zojokkeli]

How much difference does the wood hardness have on AC? Are we talking about as big a difference as swapping pads, or is it more subtle?

Speaking of pads, I have Universe hybrid and Auteur hybrid pads on my VC. Would they work with AC as well?

In my heart of hearts I would probably gravitate towards the maximum bass goodness of the softer woods, but I can’t resist the looks of the Olive wood. Knowing that the difference would be more subtle just might tip me over to order the Olive wood on launch.

Then again, the Queensland Maple AC in this thread is drop-dead gorgeous. Should we expect more of them coming at some point? Because I think I could wait for one, if they were to come out in the summer or fall.

 

[goldwerger]

How much difference does the wood hardness have on AC? Are we talking about as big a difference as swapping pads, or is it more subtle?

Pad rolling has a much bigger impact than wood type.

That said, wood choice for the AC has more sonic impact than I’ve seen on prior ZMF models.

Speaking of pads, I have Universe hybrid and Auteur hybrid pads on my VC. Would they work with AC as well?

They would not be good. The AC was tuned with Caldera pads in mind. Currently, the Caldera (lamb) thin & Caldera suedes are the two viable options.

Should we expect more of them coming at some point?

You could visit CanJam Chicago for special ZMF show releases.. or:

sometime over the summer we *might* (don't quote me) do some kind of special run of something, but I'm not sure yet if it will be stabilized or some other something or other.

 

[rgs9200m]

Don't forget what a big difference cables make. (Headphone in particular, but also interconnect, along with power.)

 

[Zojokkeli]

Pad rolling has a much bigger impact than wood type.

That said, wood choice for the AC has more sonic impact than I’ve seen on prior ZMF models.



They would not be good. The AC was tuned with Caldera pads in mind. Currently, the Caldera (lamb) thin & Caldera suedes are the two viable options.



You could visit CanJam Chicago for special ZMF show releases.. or:

Thanks! In that case and with my ears I don’t think the wood type would play a crucial role with my choice.

CanJam Chicago is not an option for me as I live in Finland, unless I really luck out on a business trip timing. I should be visiting Milwaukee next month for a week or two, and might make another trip there later this year as well.

Maybe I’ll wait and see what the summer has in store.

 

[Monsterzero]

Thanks! In that case and with my ears I don’t think the wood type would play a crucial role with my choice.

Go back a couple pages to my review. I literally discuss the differences the wood types makes and how they impact the sound.

 

[vcoheda]

what is the length of the stock cable that is included with purchase of a headphone.

 

[RestoredSparda]

what is the length of the stock cable that is included with purchase of a headphone.

5 feet.

 

[Aliv3]

Anyone here that lives in Europe where do you guys bought these headphones? I'm looking for a closed back headphone and these reading the reviews tick all the boxes for me.

 

[goldwerger]

Anyone here that lives in Europe where do you guys bought these headphones? I'm looking for a closed back headphone and these reading the reviews tick all the boxes for me.

Here you go:

https://www.zmfheadphones.com/dealersnew

 

[andypat]

Anyone kind enough to share any review links or posts comparing ZMF Atrium closed to Vérité closed? Thanks

 

[Monsterzero]

Anyone kind enough to share any review links or posts comparing ZMF Atrium closed to Vérité closed? Thanks

 

[andypat]

I actually watched this the other day and enjoyed it, thank you! It was a pretty thorough breakdown on the AC. Do they compliment your VCs or will they replace them?

 

[Monsterzero]

I actually watched this the other day and enjoyed it, thank you! It was a pretty thorough breakdown on the AC. Do they compliment your VCs or will they replace them?

The VC for a very long time was my favorite headphone and I still hold it in very high regard, so I don't think it will ever be replaced. The AC is a very fun listen, whereas the VC is more of a technical yet musical listen.

I think theyre different enough to warrant owning both without being redundant, but of the entire ZMF lineup i would say that the Caldera and AC would be the combo that offers the greatest degree of variance.