[AudioDuck]

OKOK here's some pics! I had a really fun shoot with these. They just love the light! Anyways - will have the product page up tomorrow.

Woof- those are gorgeous, Zach! Not just the headphones, but the lighting and photography is great too. Well done!

 

[Deleeh]

Without words...I don't know what to take.
Looks mega good as open as well as closed.
Even harder how should I pay for it
Even if it was just an Auteur classic it would be just beautiful.

 

[Toonartist]

OKOK here's some pics! I had a really fun shoot with these. They just love the light! Anyways - will have the product page up tomorrow.

@zach915m Looking amazing... in terms of availability (the Ltd Atrium Closed) are we talking enough stock to last hours, days or weeks? Really torn between the natural and purple close grain versions. Stunning.

 

[Leto Dal]

I've read some reviews on the zmf vc and I'm interested in it because I don't have a closed back. Just curious what other people have to say about it. How does it compete with hd800s, lcdx, susvara, ab 1266 phi tc?

It will have more detail and weight to the notes than hd800s, it will be much faster and have far less stage. Doesnt really compete with susvara or abyss.
Verite is a fast organic sounding dynamic driver headphone with very unique tuning. I adore VO tuning its still my favourite headphone when it comes to vocals, blue gras, indie rock and chamber jazz. I havent heard VC but its said that the tuning is rather similar, it has smaller stage but comes with its own strengths. Technicalities-wise expect it to be sligthly less revealing than a Utopia, but much more natural in its presentation and arguably far better tuned.

If you want a closed headphone with technicalities close to Susvara and Abyss you may want to wait for Caldera Closed whenever it comes.
Atrium Closed might be worth a look too if you are into powerful subbass, weight to the notes and want to experience some great organic dynamic driver presentation, just dont expect it to be on anywhere close to Susvara when it comes to detail retrieval and stage.

 

[acohen001]

It will have more detail and weight to the notes than hd800s, it will be much faster and have far less stage. Doesnt really compete with susvara or abyss.
Verite is a fast organic sounding dynamic driver headphone with very unique tuning. I adore VO tuning its still my favourite headphone when it comes to vocals, blue gras, indie rock and chamber jazz. I havent heard VC but its said that the tuning is rather similar, it has smaller stage but comes with its own strengths. Technicalities-wise expect it to be sligthly less revealing than a Utopia, but much more natural in its presentation and arguably far better tuned.

If you want a closed headphone with technicalities close to Susvara and Abyss you may want to wait for Caldera Closed whenever it comes.
Atrium Closed might be worth a look too if you are into powerful subbass, weight to the notes and want to experience some great organic dynamic driver presentation, just dont expect it to be on anywhere close to Susvara when it comes to detail retrieval and stage.

Unlike my many of my fellow head-fiers, I lack any technical knowledge but I own VO and VC. The VC is a closed back that sounds “open” in comparison to the VO. It is kind of remarkable. When I want to isolate the sound (and myself), I listen to the VC. It is an amazing sound for a closed back. I have eclectic taste music; i.e., classical, jazz, vocal jazz, classic rock, Alternative R&B and a little Country/Bluegrass (very little). They all sound good on the VC (and VO). I hope this is helpful. What sounds good to any of us is subjective, so in the end, hearing is believing.

 

[OnlySoMany]

@zach915m Looking amazing... in terms of availability (the Ltd Atrium Closed) are we talking enough stock to last hours, days or weeks? Really torn between the natural and purple close grain versions. Stunning.

Probably more like minutes once the store goes live. These usually sell out immediately.

 

[Leto Dal]

Unlike my many of my fellow head-fiers, I lack any technical knowledge but I own VO and VC. The VC is a closed back that sounds “open” in comparison to the VO. It is kind of remarkable. When I want to isolate the sound (and myself), I listen to the VC. It is an amazing sound for a closed back. I have eclectic taste music; i.e., classical, jazz, vocal jazz, classic rock, Alternative R&B and a little Country/Bluegrass (very little). They all sound good on the VC (and VO). I hope this is helpful. What sounds good to any of us is subjective, so in the end, hearing is believing.

Curious to hear more thoughts regarding differences between VC and VO. Currently deciding if I get a VC or an Atrium Open next... maybe this sale. From what I read VC is slightly more bass punchy than VO but the stage is smaller, which is expected from a closed back, other than this the overall sound profile is supposed to be very similar. Reading for the first time that VC sounds more "open" than VO.

 

[mattiastomas]

OKOK here's some pics! I had a really fun shoot with these. They just love the light! Anyways - will have the product page up tomorrow.

Wow. Those look amazing. So hard to decide now. Grab these come Friday or wait till Nov 17 for B-Stock

 

[Hifiearspeakers]

Editing Photo's from yesterday. Here's a quick tease - more later. I know you guys love those Ross Dress for Less rugs!

Wowza! I want this so bad!

 

[Benesyed]

I didn't realize until now that ZMF is based outside Chicago. I'm in the area too! Do you guys ever do tours or anything like that?

 

[joshua1122]

Wow, my ZMF November order shipped already – in October!
Really excited to hear my first VC. Thanks, ZMF team!

 

[LXMc]

Reeeaally dig the Ash ACs but unfortunately I am tapped out for this year. I have no doubts Zach & co. will have some equally amazing AC options next year

 

[heliosphann]

Curious to hear more thoughts regarding differences between VC and VO. Currently deciding if I get a VC or an Atrium Open next... maybe this sale. From what I read VC is slightly more bass punchy than VO but the stage is smaller, which is expected from a closed back, other than this the overall sound profile is supposed to be very similar. Reading for the first time that VC sounds more "open" than VO.

Here's a write-up I did a few years ago:

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/zmf-verite-closed-new-closed-back-zmf-flagship.911505/post-15402214

 

[OnlySoMany]

Curious to hear more thoughts regarding differences between VC and VO. Currently deciding if I get a VC or an Atrium Open next... maybe this sale. From what I read VC is slightly more bass punchy than VO but the stage is smaller, which is expected from a closed back, other than this the overall sound profile is supposed to be very similar. Reading for the first time that VC sounds more "open" than VO.

Profile is very similar. VC has a bit more punch. VO is super open. If I want super soundstage then I reach for VO. If I want to zone out I reach for VC.

AC is also a great option. Not as crazy detailed as VC but has more punch. Damping on AC is better in my opinion.

Caldera is like a mix of all with a extra layer of realism and punch mixed in. IMO their best headphone overall, but it does have slight weaknesses in mega detail and bass accuracy. But I am splitting hairs.

All are great, it just depends what you are going for. Can't really go wrong.

Amps and wood choice can also change how they sound. Also, source quality matters (duh)

Tubes and ZMF are


Clarity and Soundstage -- insert horizontal graph here -- Slam and Power

VC - VO - AO - AC - Caldera

Again, splitting hairs, as they all do well, but that may help you. Others may have different findings.

 

[Leto Dal]

Profile is very similar. VC has a bit more punch. VO is super open. If I want super soundstage then I reach for VO. If I want to zone out I reach for VC.

AC is also a great option. Not as crazy detailed as VC but has more punch. Damping on AC is better in my opinion.

Caldera is like a mix of all with a extra layer of realism and punch mixed in. IMO their best headphone overall, but it does have slight weaknesses in mega detail and bass accuracy. But I am splitting hairs.

All are great, it just depends what you are going for. Can't really go wrong.

Amps and wood choice can also change how they sound. Also, source quality matters (duh)

Tubes and ZMF are


Clarity and Soundstage -- insert horizontal graph here -- Slam and Power

VC - VO - AO - AC - Caldera

Again, splitting hairs, as they all do well, but that may help you. Others may have different findings.

Hah yeah, already have 3 of the flagships in daily rotation. I find detail retrieval and clarity of Caldera the best, which is to be honest expected considering its a planar. Currently its either VC or AO for me, tough call..or maybe wait for the BOKEH stabilized? Choices.