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Joseph C.

I enjoy the heck out of these. Though it was an open box these cans came to me in perfect condition. I love the sound and clarity but now I realize that I am going to need something a bit more substantial than a FIIO BTR5. Don't get me wrong with the 2.5mm balanced cable you do get plenty of volume but given the level of sibulance I now am looking for an amp to not only power these but also the Sennheiser HD600 that I plan on purchasing in the future. I am new to this hobby and thanks to the...

Hifiman Sundara Headphones | 2020 Edition - Open Box

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Billy M.

Respectfully submit my sincere appreciation to TEAM HEADPHONES.COM on their continued efforts to provide exceptional products for customers in all aspects of their Audiophile HI-FI Journey! This reflects just another incredible product in their proverbial toolbox! Highly recommend! Thank you! Very respectfully, Billy Paul Martin @billypaulmartin @eodbillymartin

Etched Headphone Cable

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Lars N.

So far, these headphones have been impressive, granted my reference has been mostly lower end, Bluetooth over ears like the XM5, B&W px7/px7s2, Bose ultra QC. Those sound just fine…until you hear a pair of discrete headphones, particularly open backs. The clarity and detail, the layering of instruments and vocals is superior and while they don’t always carry the upper bass punch, extension is better and sound pressure bass is stronger (like what a real subwoofer would do). There’s a fullness to ...

Focal Clear Mg Headphones

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Marc T.

So the search is complete! I spent recent months getting back into better sound quality when I realized Apple now offers Lossless audio (-I’m late to the party I know). Did a little research and initially landed on an audioengine D1 DAC and 660s. Sounded great but I was looking for more. When I read about the Clears and saw the great open box deal at Headphones.com I went for it - and no regrets at all. Build, sound quality are exceptional. I won’t repeat info from the countless reviews b...

Focal Clear Headphones - Open Box

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Louis S.

These sound amazing! Unfortunately my pair had the paint chip after the first use in the protective carry case, which was disappointing. Thankfully the amazing team over at headphones.com were more than willing to help me out, thank you Alan! I really want to like these, but I do feel uncomfortable recommending these to people who intent to be more active while listening if you also care about aesthetics. If you don't care, get these, best sound around by far. Great for listening to jazz,...

Meze Audio Alba In-Ear Headphones

Tristen H.

The most comfortable IEMs I've ever worn, they're so light it's like almost like nothing's in your ear. So what really surprises me, is how great they sound while being so small. Like I was very impressed. The bass is good (obviously since it's a single DD) and it doesn't overpower the mids. The midrange is well tuned with a slight emphasis on the upper mid-range. The treble however is either you like it or you don't. I personally enjoy the spicier treble on these but if you're sensitive to treb...

Meze Audio Alba In-Ear Headphones

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Billy M.

Incredible combo from an incredible resource! iFi Zen Can Signature Amp & iFi Zen DAC Signature V2 with my Focal Celestee, ALL from Headphones.com! Team Headphones.com represents my one stop shop for my various Audiophile HI-FI needs! I highly recommend them for your optimum listening experience! Very respectfully, Billy P. Martin @billypaulmartin @eodbillymartin

iFi Audio Zen DAC Signature V2 Desktop DAC

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Christopher M.

Buying was super simple and straight forward, and the headphones arrived quickly and packaged well. My next pair of headphones will most likely be purchased from you guys as well. Thanks!

Meze Audio 105 AER Headphones

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Kaonis P.

My previous set of bluetooth headphones were the Drop THX Pandas. They were some of the best-sounding bluetooth headphones I've had the pleasure of experiencing, but the electronics inside began going wonky just after a few months of ownership. I went with the Bathys' as the replacement after months of research between the the PX8's, MW75's, and even the XM5's. I wanted top-tier sound but most importantly premium, solid construction. The Bathys definitely seem to fit the bill! The sound is su...

Focal Bathys

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Justin R.

The HEDDPHONE 2 has been an absolute blast to use. While it's comfort took some adjusting at first, I have since gotten used to it by adjusting the headband, adding my ZMF Crescent Strap to it, and using glasses with thinner ear pieces. The crescent strap provides superior padding and eliminates a hotspot at the top of my head for me. While to me they aren't the most comfortable headphone in the world like compared to a Sennheiser 700/800 or Meze they are good enough now. Sound is phenomenal f...

HEDD Audio HEDDPhone® Two

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Billy M.

Greetings from the beautiful Emerald Coast of northwest Florida! I highly recommend TEAM HEADPHONES.COM for all of your Audiophile/HI-FI needs! I greatly appreciate their commitment to excellence in all aspects of customer service & Core Values! I love my Naim Uniti Atom Headphone Edition paired with my Focal Celestee Headphones! 🎶 🎵 CRANK IT UP! Very respectfully, eodbillymartin eodaudiophile Billy P. Martin

Naim Uniti Atom Amplifier Headphone Edition

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Angel M.

Overall my purchase experience was good. They have a very good customer service that assisted me with my purchase. The U4S was my first ever kilobuck IEM and also my first 64 audio iem. The bass response on m15 module was very good. Sub bass have a superb texture and the mid bass has the right amount of punch. Vocals have a very natural timbre which I love. Something special about 64 audio is that their TIA really did the job on making high frequency more textured without inducing sibilance...

64 Audio U4s In-Ear Headphones

Eric

The Focal Clear Mg headphones are my favorite of all time! I use them for everything from music, games, zoom calls, etc. PROS:: --Sound amazing in every situation --Extremely comfortable --Lightweight --Looks great --Replacement pads are easy to find CONS:: --The included cable is way too short! 3 feet!?!? Overall, 5 stars! Would recommend. 100%

Focal Clear Mg Headphones

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Christopher F.

So, these are definitely not the Clear. But they are ridiculously good at the price point. And more comfortable than my Clear ever were. The light weight and the really solid bass presence, along with the vocal warmth and reasonably good extension into the treble make them a really good listen.

Focal Hadenys

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David F.

Thieaudio seriously knocked it out of the park with the Oracle MKIII, actually outperforming their flagship in the process. Yes, I have tried even their current heavy hitters like the Monarch MKIII (slightly murky sounding, perhaps distortion, compared to the clean sound of the Prestige LTD) and I currently own their flagship Prestige LTD. This is like the Prestige LTD only better at somehow half the price. Oracle MKIII's sound is cleaner, clearer, and more resolved than the Prestige LTD. I cons...

Thieaudio Oracle MKIII In-Ear Headphones

Jens N.

Really great! I'm not an experienced audiophile, but even I can tell these are special. Massive sub-bass? No, but it's there. Massive mid-bass? No, but it is focused, impactful and super clean with zero muddiness. Treble is very well in control of itself, with no sibilance or harshness, and plenty of detail to pick apart individual instruments in a large orchestra. I listened to The Incredibles Suite and it is the best I've ever heard it.

Meze Audio Alba In-Ear Headphones

Connor C.

I am very much enjoying. Like all the reviewers will tell you, this has a v-shaped tuning. Not the most neutral. However, I have been rocking a focal elex for quite a while now, and for me I find that this is great for an alternative sound. To me the presentation is very relaxed, while also being engaging. It has good bass, but i found that eq can make them really slam. I prefer not to eq, but these seem to respond well to it. I cannot get over the build and comfort, they are just fantastic. If...

Meze Audio 105 AER Headphones

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Rich W.

These are great sounding headphones. I didn't realize entirely that these are a Massdrop collaboration product until I saw the premium box they arrived in. I had seen them advertised on Drop.com (always out of stock) but always labeled simply Elex. Regardless, I am a fan of Massdrop (now Drop) products (I own a pair of Drop Panda THX's) and Focal (I own a pair of Focal Bathys). When I listen to my new Elex, I am mentally comparing them to 2 pair of wired open back headphones that I own: the Bey...

Focal Elex Headphones

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Patrick K.

The Meze 109 blew me away from the beginning. The outstanding build quality and seeing the small detail sprinkled throughout such as the perfectly molded leather case. The carved wood ear cups and the super soft ear pads just really made this product feel special to me. Then I plugged them in and played a song. If I had to sum it up in one word it would be Joy. This product is just as detailed and resolving as it is fun and powerful. I’m really happy with this purchase and I look forward to the ...

Meze Audio 109 Pro Primal

Wolfgang A.

I was expecting them to be good but not this good. I purchased them primarily for air travel and motorcycle touring and thought I would only be listening to them once in a while at home. Now these have become my go to and I listen to them all the time. Late at night I prefer a wired and a more relaxed sound signature but if I wanna rock out with the focal house sound, these really do deliver with accuracy, detail, dynamics and punch. Nice build, comfortable and the leather pads are super soft.

Focal Bathys

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Guillermo N.

I enjoy these IEMs as a warmer alternative to the much brighter types of IEMs that are commonly recommended at this price range. It offers something different but, in my opinion, just as good and enjoyable.

Dunu Falcon Ultra In-Ear Headphones

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Jared O.

Great sound quality in general. Not just great for a wireless gaming headphone. They sound good for music and movies as well. A good harmon curve sound out of the box and they take to EQ well.

Audeze Maxwell Wireless Headphones

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Sam S.

I have been waiting to get an ANC bluetooth wireless headphones for a long time. When Focal Bathys came out last year, I was skeptical. Finally, the price came down with discounts of an open box offer. So I made the decision to purchase. Build: 5/5 Focal Bathys is constructed with top quality materials. I recently purchased a Bose QuietComfort Ultra (but returned). The QC Ultra is very lightweight so it is great for travel and commute, but the disadvantage of being lightweight is that the ...

Focal Bathys Headphones - Open Box

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Kambiz F.

I received my HEDDphone Two GT in a timely manner and in good order, and the entire experience with headphones.com and HEDD Audio was excellent. GT is a beautifully crafted pair of headphones—well-built and accompanied by a great selection of cables and adapters—and most importantly sounds great. I was fortunate to receive the premium upgrade cables with my unit; they’re visually stunning, ergonomically comfortable, and clearly made with high-quality materials. Customer service at headphones.co...

HEDDphone TWO GT

Shubhrajit B.

I have been watching videos about audiophile headphones for a while now but didn't own good headphones. Finally, I saved up enough money to buy my dream headphones! These are just an amazing pair of headphones! Sound is fascinating! It has very nice clarity and not too bassy, extremely comfortable. The cables could be a bit better in quality, given the price range and I was expecting an airplane adapter too. Anyways, I'm absolutely happy with my purchase! Thank you Headphones.com for creating ...

Focal Bathys

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Lee W.

My experience with Headphones .com was wonderful! I had a couple of questions and they answered. The shipping was really fast. Oh, and the 64 Audio U12t are the best IEM I have ever listened to! Thankyou very much for everything. LAW

64 Audio U12t In-Ear Headphones

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Fernando F.

I will confess, I was one of those who asked… Why do people use DAP’s? I mean, use your phone! Or get a Mojo and call it a day! I went and ask around and one of the awesome users at https://forum.headphones.com recommended the SR15. I decided to give his recommendation a go to see what was this whole DAP thing all about… A few days later this little mofo showed up. Well Crap… was I wrong, I can see where DAPS can be useful, It quickly took the place of my Mojo. I set my Cell on AP mode and I w...

Astell & Kern A&norma SR15

Seth R.

These little powerhouses, paired with the incomparable Dragonfly Cobalt, have revolutionized my listening experience. It’s as if my music library, formerly a mere list of artists and songs, has suddenly sprouted musical wings and flown! Couldn’t be happier with my purchase. If you’re in the market for some high end iems, look no further than the U12t’s by 64 Audio. And if you’re looking for the best merchant to purchase from, headphones.com is the place. With an unmatched return policy and supe...

64 Audio U12t In-Ear Headphones

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Darrin A.

Great support from headphones.com. These are great sounding in-ear headphones and the most comfortable I have ever worn. They came with a great case and tons of different sized and different type tips.

Campfire Audio Orion CK

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Darrin A.

Such a nice compact great sounding DAC. I love the portability and smooth sound. Paired with nice headphones, this turns my iPhone into a terrific sounding system. Thank you headphones.com for great support and delivery.

iFi Audio Hip DAC

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Jeff R.

I was swayed by the number of positive reviews online, and I wanted a larger stationary DAC instead of an Audioquest Dragonfly type DAC. This pushes my higher OHM headphones very well, but what I really like is the look and build quality OUTSTANDING!

iFi Audio Zen DAC

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Javier J.

These are my first set of IEMs and these have by far overexceeded my expectations of what an IEM is capable of doing. It is amazing the sound that comes from these small devices when comparing them to full size headphones. I own both the HifiMan Arya and Audeze's LCD X and is interesting to see how the Andromedas stack up against them. The fact that these can have soundstage & imaging similar to my full size headphones is amazing. Large open backs will obviously always come on top but at the cos...

Campfire Audio Andromeda

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Hoyt M.

I am a 71 year-old life-long audiophile and audio nut. This is one of my top 3 audio purchases of all time. And by thousands of dollars, my cheapest of the top 3. Not including my vintage stuff, this Audioquest Dragonfly Cobalt fits just behind my PS Audio Direct Stream DAC and my Tannoy Cheviot speakers. The Cobalt has a freaking unbelievable high ratio of small footprint to high sound quality. It's just off the chart. The Cobalt is my "music at work" workhorse. It barely sticks out of my compu...

AudioQuest Dragonfly Cobalt USB DAC/Amp

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Leonid G.

I knew it's one of the best relatively affordable headphones on the market and wanted to check, especially in April 2020, when all of us had to spend quite a lot of time at home behind the computer. So I decided to do it in style and enjoy a little diversity, adding a "rival" to my mini-collection that included Audeze XC and Sennheiser HD 800s. I couldn't miss one of the most praised headphones on the market, Hifiman Ananda, especially with an open-box deal (actually, an open-box steal). All h...

Hifiman Ananda Stealth Magnets - Open Box

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Hoyt M.

My two headphone workhorses -- my old Sennheiser HD600 and my new HiFiMan Sundara's. I burned in the Sundara's for 120 hours and they still sounded harsh. They finally calmed down after almost 200 hours of burn-in. They sound great now. Comfortable. Smooth sounding with great detail and very good dynamics. Good value. I always wanted planar headphones. No need to upgrade beyond Sundara's. I've maxed out with my ears.

Hifiman Sundara Headphones | 2020 Edition

Amir R.

Fantastic little DAC/amp combo. Before the purchase I honestly thought most reviews were nothing but hype based on how popular this device is, but I'm now a believer. I'm not an audiophile, but I can tell if I'm listening to quality sound, and that's what you get with this.

AudioQuest Dragonfly Cobalt USB DAC/Amp

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Vic O.

I don't usually buy "open box" products, especially high-end items like this Focal Clear MG Headphone. However, what a deal! I could not pass it up, and they are flawless! I love them. Sonically beautiful, a joy to look at, and I can wear them for hours and hours at a time. All for a price that could not be beat.

Focal Clear Mg Headphones - Open Box

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Roberto L.

Excellent quality. Looks and feels expensive with perfect embossing and stitching. Worth the asking price. Fits perfectly with nice termination at all edges. The perfect finish for my coveted mojo2.

Chord Electronics Mojo 2 Leather Carrying Case

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Matt H.

This is a really fantastic pair of headphones. I am upgrading from Sundara, driving from an Atom Stack 2 and have landed on a modified version of resolve's EQ. They sound alright out of the box, but if you are considering these, I STRONGLY encourage you to give EQ a shot. I know it seems silly to have to put in work to fine tune something after spending $1000 (and maybe it still is), but with some tuning you will have something very special. Resolves EQ is an excellent place to start, I included...

Audeze LCD-2 Headphones

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Kyle M.

My DAC/Amp experience: phones with headphone jacks, fii0 k7, ifi go blu, fii0 btrs15, and now topping G5. All amps sound the same to me. Turn the nob volume goes up. I turn the volume up until I can hear the smallest details in the music I listen to. However, sometimes turning the volume up makes the music painful. I thought this was just a function of loudness and my ears reacting to something that is too loud. Perhaps not. This Topping G5 is not like the others. It introduces a whole new bass ...

Topping G5

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