I chose both.At almost the same price, which one would you pick?
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ZMF Caldera - New Planar Magnetic from ZMF!
- Thread starter ScornDefeat
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I think it's the headphones burning effect.So I've had my Caldera for about 4 months now. Upon first listening I found the treble a bit harsh at times for my taste. The mantle mesh helped. Settled on the mantle mesh + thick pads combo and loved it for the past 3 months.
Today I had the idea to swap around pads to see what other pads I like with the mantle mesh (I have suedes and stock). On a whim I decided to try the cans again without the mantle mesh and with stock pads.
Not sure if its due to burn in or brain burn in (possibly both) but the treble no longer bothers me like it did in the beginning. Depending on the mastering some tracks still do, but for the most part its no longer an issue. Almost feels like I'm listening to an improved version of the Caldera.
Now I get to play around with the 3 pads I have (stock, suedes, thicc) to see which sound signature I prefer!
Side note: the Caldera sounds amazing on the Aegis tube amp (I have a DIY version). For anyone considering the upcoming ZMF Aegis I wholeheartedly recommend it! Its an amazing combo!
I also had this trouble with highs, and I am not very sensitive to it. However, after 5 months the highs have tamed down and it's wonderful. I have compared with other headphones I knew very well before having the caldera, and I am confident to say that caldera after a good burn, become better.
Also settled with thick pads (no mesh).
Also to say that some amps/tubes work better with them.
Enjoy!!
Metalingus
100+ Head-Fier
Has anyone heard Diana MR and Caldera can compare as i’m on the fence of blind buying one of them.
I have both . For me - Caldera is better.Has anyone heard Diana MR and Caldera can compare as i’m on the fence of blind buying one of them.
Ought these purpuratus ac are calling me like crazy. But I just got the AO zebra and a bunch of tubes with the cayin. I'm broken.
I hope there are more stabilized ac so I can get a pair. Whoever is able to. Get these. They look superb. It's like looking at the cosmos.
I hope there are more stabilized ac so I can get a pair. Whoever is able to. Get these. They look superb. It's like looking at the cosmos.
There will be many more opportunities if you are patient. This is what I have to keep telling myself as wellOught these purpuratus ac are calling me like crazy. But I just got the AO zebra and a bunch of tubes with the cayin. I'm broken.
I hope there are more stabilized ac so I can get a pair. Whoever is able to. Get these. They look superb. It's like looking at the cosmos.
N3 Ultra and TubeMini - curious about use cases. Jack Wu told me at CanJam the Tube Mini is intended to be “transportable,” but NOT “portable,” as in don’t use it while you’re walking around. Is the N3 different?I chose both.
Tube mini requires a source (phone, computer....). N3 doesn't need anything.N3 Ultra and TubeMini - curious about use cases. Jack Wu told me at CanJam the Tube Mini is intended to be “transportable,” but NOT “portable,” as in don’t use it while you’re walking around. Is the N3 different?
chrizZztian
New Head-Fier
Oh wow... Good for my pocket that I missed this stabilized release. The black resin versions, especially the Tempete look absolutely amazing...
Pharmaboy
Headphoneus Supremus
Can't get over how pretty this is!Never had a ZMF before, but I've been lusting over the idea of having a stabilized Caldera for the better part of a year now, and managed to score my first choice in the drop this morning! Can't wait to see and hear these beauties in person...
Fool that I am, I clicked on ZMF's email link to these new stabilized sets ... photos scorched my retinas.
ChJL
500+ Head-Fier
I also clicked on that email... It's true that one will have to get two cables even if I would get an extra upgrade cable or have one at home already, right?
I get that, but can the N3 be used "walking around" or would that mess with the tube?Tube mini requires a source (phone, computer....). N3 doesn't need anything.
No problem . I take him for a walk. This is exactly why I bought it.I get that, but can the N3 be used "walking around" or would that mess with the tube?
Lyssky
100+ Head-Fier
Apart from listening, I also love to see these headphones so much that made myself a Lock Screen
Lucikun
100+ Head-Fier
It’s been a while since the Empyrean 2 has come out now. Has anyone had a chance to compare them side by side with the Caldera?
The only comparison I’ve really seen is on headfonics.
The only comparison I’ve really seen is on headfonics.
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