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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
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  • 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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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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zubikov
11-23-2022 at 10:29 AM.
11-23-2022 at 10:29 AM.
Quote from RunningOnEmpty :
Those aren't exactly selling like hot cakes right now.
$799 here in the US is very steep when reviews all over youtube are mostly equating Bathys to Airpods Max (both are fantastic). Maybe Focal should bring the Bathys closer to Airpod Max's $549 retail.
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killerrabbit1961
11-23-2022 at 11:49 AM.
11-23-2022 at 11:49 AM.
Quote from d3a1z :
I get it, but these have been around for years. Did they overproduce them by 500k units or something? Either way, they are definitely not a $900 headphone on sale. They are ~$300 headphone with a flimsy headband. A 1992 BMW that used to cost $100k is not still a $100k car these days.
According to your analogy, that 1992 BMW was not worth anywhere near $100k even when it was new.
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dmitesammich
11-23-2022 at 01:00 PM.
11-23-2022 at 01:00 PM.
For all the people saying the headband is weak, you are out of your mind. I am not gentle to my equipment and I have had 0 issues. Im a big dude and I have rolled over them while sitting in my chair on a few occasions and they are still fine.
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Jasiono
11-23-2022 at 06:50 PM.
11-23-2022 at 06:50 PM.
I ordered these less than 30 days ago for 329. Thank you!
I will see if they will give me $29 back.

When I search on their website though without going through slickdeals, it shows as $890 lol
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make_moneys
11-24-2022 at 07:18 PM.
11-24-2022 at 07:18 PM.
Quote from killerrabbit1961 :
According to your analogy, that 1992 BMW was not worth anywhere near $100k even when it was new.
i think you are missing the point. the point being made is the msrp of this headphone is no longer a good reference point because the "everyday price" of these headphones is usually ~ $300-400. So while this is a sale and i think its one of lowest prices ive seen on these, its not like you are getting a $900 headphone for 66% off as adorama would want u to believe.
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killerrabbit1961
11-25-2022 at 12:29 PM.
11-25-2022 at 12:29 PM.
Quote from make_moneys :
i think you are missing the point. the point being made is the msrp of this headphone is no longer a good reference point because the "everyday price" of these headphones is usually ~ $300-400. So while this is a sale and i think its one of lowest prices ive seen on these, its not like you are getting a $900 headphone for 66% off as adorama would want u to believe.
The point is these were legitimately $899 when they were released, just like your $100k BMW when it was new. Either we can talk about how much they were worth when released or how much they are worth now. Pick one.
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make_moneys
11-25-2022 at 02:22 PM.
11-25-2022 at 02:22 PM.
Quote from killerrabbit1961 :
The point is these were legitimately $899 when they were released, just like your $100k BMW when it was new. Either we can talk about how much they were worth when released or how much they are worth now. Pick one.
it is completely irrelevant to someone purchasing it now, how much the item was worth or sold for or priced at release. doesnt matter what the item is or if it went up or down in price as long as the price is no longer a good reference point. hope that makes sense
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killerrabbit1961
11-25-2022 at 03:02 PM.
11-25-2022 at 03:02 PM.
Quote from make_moneys :
it is completely irrelevant to someone purchasing it now, how much the item was worth or sold for or priced at release. doesnt matter what the item is or if it went up or down in price as long as the price is no longer a good reference point. hope that makes sense
I understand your point, it just makes your BMW reference irrelevant.
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StrykerEureka
11-27-2022 at 03:53 AM.
11-27-2022 at 03:53 AM.
Just got mine. The cable is too short and the sound is mediocre at best.
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User18383921
11-29-2022 at 07:21 PM.
11-29-2022 at 07:21 PM.
Quote from StrykerEureka :
Just got mine. The cable is too short and the sound is mediocre at best.

Try oratory1990's EQ.

It NEEDS eq
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imstuner
12-02-2022 at 06:38 AM.
12-02-2022 at 06:38 AM.
Quote from StrykerEureka :
Just got mine. The cable is too short and the sound is mediocre at best.
I think we need some more information.

What are you comparing then too?

What are you using to drive them?

What kind of music do you like to listen too?

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Returned these cause they left my ears ringing. Many others also complained about ringing ears even at low volumes
Are you sure you aren't just turning them up too loud?
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Cujobob
12-02-2022 at 06:56 AM.
12-02-2022 at 06:56 AM.
Biggest issue with these headphones are the build quality. Lots of issues with them breaking from all reports.
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12-02-2022 at 02:48 PM.
12-02-2022 at 02:48 PM.
Quote from TheoreticalMooseHome :
Who else here bc they missed the HD600'ds ?
I'm pretty sure these beats the HD600 handedly in term of detail retrieval.

I like the HD600

These do NEED EQ.
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boomertsfx
12-06-2022 at 08:36 PM.
12-06-2022 at 08:36 PM.
Quote from RunningOnEmpty :
Try oratory1990's EQ.

It NEEDS eq

First thing I did. My favorite cans now.
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imstuner
12-10-2022 at 11:32 AM.
12-10-2022 at 11:32 AM.
Received my headphones on Thursdays and for $299.99 it's worth it in my opinion.

No burn in time for me and maybe they will sound better when these cans get more seat time. I was listening to k-j-c-pops, Rap/R&B and Soft rock / alternative. The highs are bright just like how I like them but the low end base seems to be lacking but the mid range are perfectly fine in my opinion.

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