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Aug 6, 2022 12:22 AM

Focal Elegia Circumaural Closed-Back Audiophile Headphones

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Adorama has Focal Elegia Circumaural Closed-Back Audiophile Headphones for $349 (price drops in cart). Shipping is free.

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Includes:
  • Elegia Circumaural Closed-Back High-Fidelity Audiophile Headphones
  • Thermoformed Rigid Carrying Case
  • 1.2m Asymmetric Cable (3.5mm TRS Jack)
  • 3.5mm to 6.35mm Stereo Jack Adapter
Features:
  • Full-range speaker-driver with an 'M'-shape aluminum/magnesium dome Ambient noise soundproofing
  • Comfortable and ergonomic
  • Cup Style: Closed-back

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  • About this deal:
    • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 90 Adorama customer reviews.
    • This price is $20 Lower than our previous FP Deal from June '22.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Adorama's return policy can be found here.

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Written by iconian | Staff
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Adorama has Focal Elegia Circumaural Closed-Back Audiophile Headphones for $349 (price drops in cart). Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

Includes:
  • Elegia Circumaural Closed-Back High-Fidelity Audiophile Headphones
  • Thermoformed Rigid Carrying Case
  • 1.2m Asymmetric Cable (3.5mm TRS Jack)
  • 3.5mm to 6.35mm Stereo Jack Adapter
Features:
  • Full-range speaker-driver with an 'M'-shape aluminum/magnesium dome Ambient noise soundproofing
  • Comfortable and ergonomic
  • Cup Style: Closed-back

Editor's Notes

Written by oceanlake
  • About this deal:
    • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 90 Adorama customer reviews.
    • This price is $20 Lower than our previous FP Deal from June '22.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Adorama's return policy can be found here.

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JamFlan
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These are a good pair of closed back headphones at this price, but I added the Dekoni Stellia pads and then these headphones punched way above their price range. I was skeptical that changing out the pads could make such a dramatic difference in the sound but I've become a complete believer.

The specific pads I got aren't sold anymore but it sounds like the " Dekoni Audio Custom Series Replacement Ear Pads for Focal Headphones" are the same ones? At any rate the change took about ten seconds and was so easy you could probably train a chimpanzee to do it. If you grab these headphones I'd definitely plan on at least giving those pads a try.
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MrMarauder
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USB-C to headphone adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/Headphone-...B07XYQ2ZKH
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lpi408
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A portable bluetooth dac/Amp like the fiio btr5 & btr7 or ifi GO blu are great options. These sounds great and have the added advantage of not having to be physically tethered to your cellphone, plus these have a built-in microphone so you can take a call while listening to music.

Also they can be used as a wired dac/Amp when attached to your computer with a USB cable.


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G9XD...HT_1?psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B095HKW...602KRN5C_2
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Aug 6, 2022 9:54 AM
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JamFlanAug 6, 2022 9:54 AM
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These are a good pair of closed back headphones at this price, but I added the Dekoni Stellia pads and then these headphones punched way above their price range. I was skeptical that changing out the pads could make such a dramatic difference in the sound but I've become a complete believer.

The specific pads I got aren't sold anymore but it sounds like the " Dekoni Audio Custom Series Replacement Ear Pads for Focal Headphones" are the same ones? At any rate the change took about ten seconds and was so easy you could probably train a chimpanzee to do it. If you grab these headphones I'd definitely plan on at least giving those pads a try.
Aug 6, 2022 11:20 AM
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Aug 6, 2022 11:37 AM
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MrMarauderAug 6, 2022 11:37 AM
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Quote from goodness97 View quoted comment :
Unfortunately this Headphones can't be used with Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra or the s22 ultra phone since no audio plug in outlet in the tablet or phone. Anyone knows how I can use it should let me know. Appears Bluetooth Headphones are the only Headphones worth buying this days.
USB-C to headphone adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/Headphone-...B07XYQ2ZKH
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Aug 6, 2022 1:41 PM
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lpi408Aug 6, 2022 1:41 PM
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Quote from goodness97 View quoted comment :
Unfortunately this Headphones can't be used with Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra or the s22 ultra phone since no audio plug in outlet in the tablet or phone. Anyone knows how I can use it should let me know. Appears Bluetooth Headphones are the only Headphones worth buying this days.
A portable bluetooth dac/Amp like the fiio btr5 & btr7 or ifi GO blu are great options. These sounds great and have the added advantage of not having to be physically tethered to your cellphone, plus these have a built-in microphone so you can take a call while listening to music.

Also they can be used as a wired dac/Amp when attached to your computer with a USB cable.


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G9XD...HT_1?psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B095HKW...602KRN5C_2
Aug 6, 2022 5:21 PM
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nsdjoeAug 6, 2022 5:21 PM
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I had these and the sound is great particularly with a little EQing, but I found them much too heavy and uncomfortable so I returned them. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 (which are Bluetooth ANC) sound very close when wired over USB-C, and are imo much more comfortable.
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Aug 7, 2022 9:46 PM
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FawkinChit2Aug 7, 2022 9:46 PM
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The headband on these are guaranteed to break and they have literally zero support for it.
Aug 7, 2022 9:49 PM
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CujobobAug 7, 2022 9:49 PM
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Quote from MrMarauder View quoted comment :
USB-C to headphone adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/Headphone-...B07XYQ2ZKH
Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter https://a.co/d/8BSwhtl

The Apple one is well reviewed (tested and measured). It's honestly pretty insane how good it is.

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Aug 7, 2022 10:49 PM
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DkizzyAug 7, 2022 10:49 PM
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Quote from FawkinChit2 View quoted comment :
The headband on these are guaranteed to break and they have literally zero support for it.
Why is their customer support so bad? You'd think they'd want to be a class leading headphone company
Aug 9, 2022 12:14 AM
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beegeepeeAug 9, 2022 12:14 AM
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I mainly have open back headphones HE 560 and Sennheiser HD650. I wouldn't mind a pair of closed back headphones that are a bit bass heavy. Anyone know how the bass is on these?
Aug 9, 2022 2:14 AM
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User18383921Aug 9, 2022 2:14 AM
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Quote from beegeepee View quoted comment :
I mainly have open back headphones HE 560 and Sennheiser HD650. I wouldn't mind a pair of closed back headphones that are a bit bass heavy. Anyone know how the bass is on these?
I think these are bass lite especially for closed backs. I'm sure others can provide more info.
Aug 9, 2022 9:54 PM
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FawkinchitAug 9, 2022 9:54 PM
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Quote from Dkizzy View quoted comment :
Why is their customer support so bad? You'd think they'd want to be a class leading headphone company
No idea, I literally couldn't even get a hold of customer service once I found the right number. The headphones themselves sound amazing though. Can't argue with that.

There are ways to fix it though, using replacement headbands from other companies.

https://www.reddit.com/r/headphon...nds_break/
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Aug 9, 2022 10:12 PM
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DkizzyAug 9, 2022 10:12 PM
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Quote from Fawkinchit View quoted comment :
No idea, I literally couldn't even get a hold of customer service once I found the right number. The headphones themselves sound amazing though. Can't argue with that.

There are ways to fix it though, using replacement headbands from other companies.

https://www.reddit.com/r/headphon...nds_break/
Yeah but that's nuts to me. Sennheiser always has had solid customer support for me. I'd like to see Focal at least get to a respectable level, and partner up with repair facilities where applicable
Aug 13, 2022 6:23 PM
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brecourtAug 13, 2022 6:23 PM
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At this rate if I wait another 6 months this will be down to $300
Aug 13, 2022 7:05 PM
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d3a1zAug 13, 2022 7:05 PM
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Yea given the qc on these I am waiting for $200. I am team Sennheiser because they are tanks. I know there are better sounding to headphones but I don't want to have to think about them.

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Aug 13, 2022 8:17 PM
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JohnCena1337Aug 13, 2022 8:17 PM
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Quote from d3a1z View quoted comment :
Yea given the qc on these I am waiting for $200. I am team Sennheiser because they are tanks. I know there are better sounding to headphones but I don't want to have to think about them.
the hd6xx is probably one of the most popular audiophile level headphones of all time and you rarely ever hear people making posts about these headphones breaking. focal and hifiman on the other hand.......

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