Anyone running their CC meshless? I've been going back and forth between the CO and CC tonight and the one thing that really stands out to me is the added clarity of the CO. Comparing on the same system with same cable, just swapping headphones. The CO is a touch more efficient, or less...

Sorry missed the cc vs co for metal question. Not in depth. I really need to get them side by side more. Right now I listen all day to the cc at work then switch to the co after work, with limited side by side time. As of right now I prefer the co overall to the cc, but the cc is still breaking...

They’re very different to me. I actually was comparing them at work today and was really surprised how different they are. The AC is about warmth and fullness. The CC is more about technical’ prowess and clarity. Very complimentary sets imo.

It’s all about preference. I find the CC thin in comparison to the AC and that takes away some of the power of metal for me. I do love the sound of guitars with the CC though. And I’m very mood based so I’ll seek speed and precision one day then warmth and thickness the other. Nice track! Love...

My Demo CC ash unit does not have the BBB.

Anyone try the Auteur solid suede pads on the CC? I'm about an hour into it and honestly i'm really enjoying them! Being suede they temper the fast transients and treble a bit, but also have a nice even tonality and soundstage. A bit less engaging than the Caldera thick pads I was using before...

as bigjako said, the Psvane Acme are excellent. I got them used in the classifieds for super cheap for a pair. i also love some NOS RCA as well. A bit more vivid and dynamic vs the Acme. Got to demo the legendary Takatsuki for a few hours and that left me craving a pair, though that's most...

I love the Bokeh pads on the AC. They're very very similar to the stock Caldera lamb pads but have a bit snappier transients and attack. That's the biggest difference, it seems to add just a touch more speed and impact.

Today is going to be a fun day, I brought my beloved AC in with the CC for a little battle royal.... I've been itching to face these two off since the CC's arrival. The CC is still burning in so i'm not going to make any definitive judgements yet, but I am curious how they stack up now as is...

I was going to google an image for that one but thought "maybe not at work" ;) After this and the inevitable buy of the CC demo I have, i'm in serious need of a cash influx. Time to sell off some unused stuff. So how many will be joining me in the classifieds sell off soon?

Now the painful part, waiting for the shipping notice! Come on Zach, don't keep us waiting!!!!!! :)

Love it! Such a classy looking headphone. Congrats and enjoy!

Shhhhhh don't let him know i'm telling you this.... he's secretly the head of a wooden cabal bent on world domination via mind control. their means of power? the finish on our wood headphones is a powerful mind control agent that forces us to buy more, and infect those around us. as he sends...

go with the more aesthetically pleasing wood, don't worry about sound as much. the sonic differences aren't huge between woods, you'll get more noticeable differences pad rolling and tweaking your dac/amp, especially if the amp is the tube variety :wink: EDIT - In general the softer less dense...

Woo! Count me in, ordered! Anyone get the upgraded tubes? I'm going stock to start to get to know the amp, then i'll roll as funds permit. and given the price that might be awhile hahaha. But haven't been this excited about an amp since the Stratus!

Well with only 50 at start I'm thinking today it's sold out, though I could be overestimating those willing to drop $3K an an amp... Oh make that 49 available, I snagged one :)

IMO the stock red mesh and Caldera thick pads give the smoothest and bassiest response. The stock hybrid pads are smoother but a bit less bassy. The protein pads are the absolute bassist but are a bit more aggressive, so you sacrifice smoothness. I personally have gravitated to the thick pads...

One thing that has me really excited for the Aegis is all the varying sound possibilities with the 3 impedance settings plus the balanced and unbalanced output. Should make fine tuning to taste easier than other more fixed amps. Those I'd have to tube roll or accept the sound as is.

That is awesome news, and quite the warranty! As always, you guys rock!

The CC continues to burn in and the treble seems to be most affected, in a good way. It's mellowing out a bit, not quite as sharp and biting as it was out of the box. Still has that strong planar treble presentation, but it's just a touch more relaxed now. I really love the mids on the CC. The...

Good point, didn't think of that. Hopefully they have a US based service center, even if it's not Zach.

I've had a few of their cables over the years, no complaints. Very decent cables.

Heck yeah! send me that hot pink eric75 edition and i'll make sure i'm posting pics of it on my fat head for all to see :) I assume no liability for any burned eyeballs though, viewer beware! And good to hear on the metal band. Have you guys measured sound leakage? Some headphones market how...

Wow that's quite a bass lift over the S2 until 200hz! I find the S2 quite bassy in general, not sure I'd want more, though i'll have to hear it in case it works. But woo that subbass looks quite strong.

I'm confident i speak for 100% of the market in saying we want to be a distraction, give us bling! :) All joking aside thanks for the great response. It's good to see vendors interacting with the users. I have no doubt driver choice/tuning is incredibly challenging. I just love those S2...