I compared them with the Stax SR Lambda Pro. I don't have access to L700. The Stax are a bit more airy, bass light, but are great at reproducing instruments. I wouldn't choose Stax over the Empy, but I would have them both. They are different experiences.
Very nice review. The only thing I don’t like is the 200hz bump that is making it sometimes muffled without EQing it out, but all headphones need a bit of EQ to sound their best. Also, the bass is really serious on them :) glad you’re enjoying them :) I found Empyrean sounding great with Hugo 2, they seem to be a bit source picky, but when you nail the pairing and EQ it’s amazing.
Best and most detailed review I watch so far. Nuprime10h is still the best dac for OG Empyrean? I use an R2R dac (Gustard R26) but I’m curious how Nuprime 10h sounds. Is it better for Empy than Gustard r26? It would be a great help if you recommend a great amp/dac for Meze Empyrean!
Nice work! I am currently,shooting my first RU-vid video and only now I realize how hard it is. Your review flows well. More importantly. I agree with your impressions. My comparison will be between the empyrean and the utopias.
Hi. I know what you mean. Don’t get discouraged. It takes time to adjust in front of the camera. My first videos were really bad. And it’s ok like that. We learn from them and we better ourselves with every video. So keep going.
So with 2 years past, what other dac/amps have you used on the Empyrean? I know you bought an upgrade cable, but have you tried the Meze €500 cable? Just wondering which you prefer, if you have used both.
The new angeled pads changed the game. Even better soundstage and imaging, no bass hump at 200hz. No need for EQ at all but slight 20hz lift is in place. Yeah these are now really 4000€ headphones, right there with LCD-5 and Utopia. BUT these needs extremely good DAC, like IFI PRO iDSD or denafrips terminator II. Also good AMP is needed. To me these are the end game now.
Coming to this late, but enjoyed your detailed review coming from an extended use period. Funny that for some, this headphone is a great all-rounder, while others find it inferior to other headphones at this price range. Wish I lived somewhere where I could give these an extended try.
@@dav__71 This seems to be a popular question. :D Well, here's the answer I provided when asked this question: "I compared them with the Stax SR Lambda Pro. I don't have access to L700. The Stax are a bit more airy, bass light, but are great at reproducing instruments. I wouldn't choose Stax over the Empy, but I would have them both. They are different experiences." Hope this helps. Cheers.
@@Dusty-Audio yes sounds about right. I tried the Empyreans a while ago and was blown away but didn't have a lengthy listen. Since then I've tried Stax L700 and Focal Utopia. I liked the Stax more even tho the Focals had more accurate sound overall. My view is. Stax sound more 'human' where as the Utopias sound like what a robot would assume humans like. Or something like that. Both are great but Stax something special. Waiting for Empyreans to come into Australia in a month so it will be interesting. Keep up the reviews. Thanks !
I was able to compare the Empyrean driven by Chord Hugo TT2 to Hifiman HE1000SE, Focal Utopia, Kennerton Thror and Odin Thridi. Well the Empyrean was a big disappointment for me, really not in the same league as the other 3 headphones i compared them to. Before making a decision on buying the Empyrean you guys should do what i did otherwise you might regret your investment, just my two cents.
im with you， i have Focal Utopia and HD800s, the Empyrean is no where near the transparency lever of those two, it sounds really muddy. And in my opinon, if headphones need 4 hours listening time for you to get to like it, then you really dont need to like it at all.....
Also they remind me of Utopia. Most people are not impressed by them and some even think they are rubbish ... but ... give them a week or two on a good pairing and they’ll blow most people away with their unique delivery. Empyreans are similar
Salut! Am de peste un an hd660s si sunt extrem de multumit de sunet, as vrea sa stiu ce diferențe privind sunetul as avea trecând la empyrean sau audeze lcd2 c sau x creator edition , în mai putine cuvinte care ar fi un upgrade considerabil la hd660s ?
I really like your review. I've made a headphone stand out of aluminium and would appreciate your opinion on the design. Would you use something like this for your setup? It was made to accent high end headphones, but I dont know if such product is needed. Thank you in advance. Here is a link for the stand. leguracraft.com/
Wow! Nice stand. Machined aluminum? Sign me up! It looks very cool. And I love how the stand looks with a coat of paint. If you can paint that in mat black or white it would be awesome. Congrats on the design!
Yes it is machined aluminium-magnesium alloy, there is a mat black version and natural silver. We would also like to offer the possibility to engrave something via laser, like your name or company's name. We are currently looking at the interest of the people, since this would have to cost around 290 dollars.
@@srdjansrdic7535 I understand. It's indeed on the expensive side but it does look like a premium stand and for that I understand the pricing. It also looks like its gonna last forever. I would be interested if you guys start selling it.
@@Dusty-Audio If you're interested, send me a message to this address leguracraft@gmail.com, and I'll inform you when we start selling these, and will gladly answer to your questions.
