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Focal Elegia Circumaural Closed-Back Audiophile Headphones

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Adorama has Focal Elegia Circumaural Closed-Back Audiophile Headphones for $299. Shipping is free.

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  • 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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Adorama has Focal Elegia Circumaural Closed-Back Audiophile Headphones for $299. 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

  • About this deal:
    • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 100 Adorama customer reviews.
    • This price is $30 lower than a recent Frontpage deal.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Adorama's return policy can be found here.

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sabrosolopez
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Yes. It's not the volume that causes ringing. It's the amount of air these push into the ear canal coupled with the tight Seal around your ears. it's a shame cuz they sound great otherwise
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Nov 21, 2022 10:11 PM
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sabrosolopezNov 21, 2022 10:11 PM
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Returned these cause they left my ears ringing. Many others also complained about ringing ears even at low volumes
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Quote from sabrosolopez View quoted comment :
Returned these cause they left my ears ringing. Many others also complained about ringing ears even at low volumes
Care to describe how it happened?
Nov 21, 2022 10:32 PM
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sabrosolopezNov 21, 2022 10:32 PM
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Care to describe how it happened?
The ringing is similar to the tinnitus experienced after a very loud concert. Except the volume was at 20-40%. Many others on forums experience the exact same thing within minutes of listening. Don't get me wrong, female vocals on these sound amazing. Just couldn't get over the fact that I may be damaging my hearing
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Quote from sabrosolopez View quoted comment :
The ringing is similar to the tinnitus experienced after a very loud concert. Except the volume was at 20-40%. Many others on forums experience the exact same thing within minutes of listening. Don't get me wrong, female vocals on these sound amazing. Just couldn't get over the fact that I may be damaging my hearing
Thanks! Let's say you reduce the volume down to less than 20%, would it still be ringing?
Nov 21, 2022 10:46 PM
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Quote from TekkenLord View quoted comment :
Thanks! Let's say you reduce the volume down to less than 20%, would it still be ringing?
Yes. It's not the volume that causes ringing. It's the amount of air these push into the ear canal coupled with the tight Seal around your ears. it's a shame cuz they sound great otherwise
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Nov 21, 2022 11:56 PM
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dmitesammichNov 21, 2022 11:56 PM
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I never suffered any ear ringing. These are in my top 3 fav headphones along with the AH-d7200 and the sennheiser 660s
Nov 22, 2022 12:16 AM
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zubikovNov 22, 2022 12:16 AM
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Focal Bathys is where it's at. These Elegia are great, but the Bathys are the audiophile grade cans.
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Nov 22, 2022 1:31 AM
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kickerofelvesNov 22, 2022 1:31 AM
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Quote from matt.bluesrobot View quoted comment :
I never suffered any ear ringing. These are in my top 3 fav headphones along with the AH-d7200 and the sennheiser 660s
Yeah I don't get the criticisms of this headphone, then again everyone hears differently. At $299 it's a steal I think. It's better overall than my DT177x, Senn 6xx, 58x, Dan Clark Aeon Open X, B&W P7 & various past Grados.

Overall the Elegia's are the best headphones of the lot, but the 177x better at detail & 6xx w/mid-rage presence & Aeon Open X mid-range that's a bit more subtle than the 6xx.

I use a TDX789 amp with SMSL SU-9 DAC & balanced cable which probably makes a difference.

Edit: I also EQ them using Equalizer APO w/Jaacko or Amir's presets.
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Nov 22, 2022 2:00 AM
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cobelaliNov 22, 2022 2:00 AM
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I bought them at $399 and have no regrets. They sound great and are built very well. I use them with a thx789 at home and hidisz on the go. I have not experienced any ear ringing.
Nov 22, 2022 2:05 AM
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jwongNov 22, 2022 2:05 AM
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Ergonomically I don't much like the band or the weight, and they needed a bit of EQ to sound their best, but really fantastic when that's done. No ringing here.
Nov 22, 2022 2:10 AM
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gangyangNov 22, 2022 2:10 AM
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What is the best price for Focal Bathys we have seen recently? I am looking for a chance to get one.
Nov 22, 2022 3:51 AM
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Supershawn8Nov 22, 2022 3:51 AM
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I have several pair of headphones, many priced higher than this. These are my current favorite pair. Sorry to those who had issues, but I have had none. I say these are a steal at this price (I paid more), but headphones, like all audio equipment, are subjective to the user. At least at this price you can get your money back if you don't like them.
Nov 22, 2022 5:45 AM
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TheoreticalMooseHomeNov 22, 2022 5:45 AM
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Who else here bc they missed the HD600'ds ?
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Quote from sabrosolopez View quoted comment :
Returned these cause they left my ears ringing. Many others also complained about ringing ears even at low volumes
This headphones should be recalled by the manufacturer. This is a serious problem that can cause hearing problems.
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