ZMF Open Back Flagships - Verite vs. Atrium Review - Which is right for you? 

I bought the Atrium from the last ZMF hot cup event and I really like it. This is my first ZMF but the Atrium does a lot of things right compared to some of my other favorite headphones like the LCD-4, Borealis, and 1266. I would describe the Atrium as being very spacious with intimate vocals but not super intimate like lcd-5. It has an engaging sound with a bass boost that you can sort of adjust with different pads. Sometimes the treble seems a bit lost but if I get used to Atrium then the treble sounds over done on other headphones. Basically it's a fun sound, with a wide open stage, great comfort and super easy listen.

If the Atrium was a person, it would sound like you Sine Craft. Thanks for this man.

Would it be reductive to say the VO is for cokeheads and the Atrium is for stoners? (kidding, but seriously).

Moore Nancy Thompson Edward Rodriguez Michelle

Nice comparison. I've had the Verite Closed a few months and I like it the most on tube amps like the LYR 3 for instance

having both, u described their differences perfectly.

Great job - thank you! I own the Atriums and your description was spot on. I agree with your comment about pairing. I'm. running the Atriums with Pontus II + Iris through a SparkoS Labs Aries. This chain really accentuates the spaciousness of the Atriums but also produces exceptional detail in the treble that might be a bit fatiguing with the Verites. I've also tried the Atriums with tubes and they sounded great but I don't think better than with the SparkoS. Can't wait for your take on the new Caldera.

It sounds like the Verite is the Pauillac and the Atrium is the Margaux.

Part of me wants to upgrade my aeolous for a verite. But I'm not listening to the best recorded tracks either.

Nice review comparison. I have the Atrium and the Verite Closed. Trying to figure out a use case for the Atrium vs the VC. To me the VC is more comfortable and engaging, more wow, dang that sounds amazing. Both are better off the tube hybrid Lyr 3 than the SS Topping A90D.

Pasquale Grove

That was fascinating, thank you

Suggestion - I think its a good idea to get an idea of the price, preferably near the start of the video. What gear was you using & what tracks did you listen to?

Best comparison of these I've ever encountered. Well done!

Have you heard the new Auteur Classic?

Great review! Are the pads on the Atrium hybrid perforated Universe, Auteur, or Be2? Thanks!

ZMF VC owner here and loving it. Really scales with your gear. Using it with Pontus II and a 300B tube amp and it’s sublime. The sub bass sound so round and full and fantastic holographic imaging. ZMF plus tubes is nirvana. Waiting for the Atrium closed! :) Nice review btw :)

Very nice review.

Limited dimensionality? No thanks. Atrium for me(and Caldera)