Lol, right?My kids have the best headphone life ever. #childofanaudiophile
You pretty much said it yourself - it's more difficult because the pads are the same shape but the Bokeh is a longer oval cup. I think the key is to realize the sleeve and the stitching around it is robust and can handle some more assertive stretching to make it fit.
In my opinion it comes down to budget, how much you want to spend. The Bokeh is an absolutely fantastic deal for the money, but technicalities aside the Atrium still offers a more natural, even more lifelike listening experience.
Bokeh is a good complement to the Auteur Classic if you're looking for a closed back, but as Betula said it comes down to how much you want to spend and how much you value the technical aspects.
Step 1: Cultivate a zen-like state of mind. Become one with the pads.
Brute force, and determination. Get pumped up. Perhaps ask your beloved to slap your face a couple of times like the trainer does to the boxer right before a match.
I have been spending most of my free time with the demo Caldera closed these days, I have just published that review today. I find the Bokeh very nice so far, an excellent entry point into the unique world of organic ZMF sound. Great value and certainly a distinctive offering at its price range; there is nothing like the Bokeh in its direct competition of similarly priced headphones. A unique sound, that sure will attract buyers. The technical compromises compared to higher-end ZMF models are there, but that is expected. Still, a wonderful tuning, great tonality and engaging listen for the price. I would say, Bokeh is the ZMF gateway drug. Once you try it, you will want more, and soon you'll find yourself saving up thousands for your next ZMF pair.
Yes, I agree. However I started with Fostex biodynamics as a gateway and my first ZMF was an Aeolus. The Bokeh is a great bang for the buck, very compatible with a range of amps/DAPS, and better than Fostex IMO in that price range.I would say, Bokeh is the ZMF gateway drug. Once you try it, you will want more, and soon you'll find yourself saving up thousands for your next ZMF pair.
I would pick the Bokeh over any Fostex or Denon variants.Yes, I agree. However I started with Fostex biodynamics as a gateway and my first ZMF was an Aeolus. The Bokeh is a great bang for the buck, very compatible with a range of amps/DAPS, and better than Fostex IMO in that price range.
I used to think "Pffft! Why should I spend more than $1K on HP's?" and now here I am with a half-dozen ZMFs
Hear hearI would say, Bokeh is the ZMF gateway drug. Once you try it, you will want more, and soon you'll find yourself saving up thousands for your next ZMF pair.
I have both and agree with @betula - "In my opinion it comes down to budget, how much you want to spend. The Bokeh is an absolutely fantastic deal for the money, but technicalities aside the Atrium still offers a more natural, even more lifelike listening experience.". When I really sit down to listen and get that lifelike listening experience, I always reach for the ACs!
