THE ABSOLUTE SOUND

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• 13:19

  Focal Bathys MG Wireless Closed Back Headphones Review

  9.8K viewsOct 2025

  The reviewer finds the Focal Bathys MG to be a significant upgrade over the original Bathys, especially after using the personalized sound setup in the Focal Naim app, which transforms the sound from good to best-in-class. They praise its clear, high-resolution sound, effective noise canceling, and premium build, concluding it's the best wireless headphone they've heard for on-the-go use, despite the high price.

  Reviewed productFocal Bathys MG83

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• 11:24

  Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphone (Best Headphones Series)

  8.2K viewsJul 2025

  The reviewer finds the Audeze CRBN2 to be a very special electrostatic headphone, praised for its exceptional transparency, quick transients, and low treble distortion. Its voicing is described as a classical electrostat with a twist, featuring a relatively flat bass response that may sound bass-shy to some listeners but offers great detail and control. The reviewer concludes it is ideal for those who value following complex musical details without muddle or blur.

  Reviewed productAudeze CRBN275

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• 11:30

  Best Headphones Series: Stax SR-X9000 electrostatic headphones

  8K viewsJun 2025

  The reviewer finds the STAX SR-X9000 to be a superb electrostatic headphone with exceptionally low distortion and outstanding detail retrieval, making it ideal for listeners who want to hear everything on a recording. However, its flat frequency response and slight lower-midrange recession may not appeal to everyone, and it requires a high-quality electrostatic amplifier to fully shine.

  Reviewed productSTAX SR-X900076

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• 10:01

  Best Wireless Earbuds Series: Denon PerL Pro Wireless

  25.5K viewsDec 2024

  The reviewer, initially skeptical of personal audio, was won over by the Denon PerL Pro earbuds, particularly for their personalized sound via Masimo AAT, impressive spatial audio, and engaging dynamics. He found them a significant upgrade over his Pixel Buds and recommends them for commuters, travelers, and gym-goers, though he notes the sound quality depends on the Bluetooth codec used.

  Reviewed productDenon PerL Pro76

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• 10:50

  Best Headphones Series: Dan Clark Audio Corina Electrostatic Headphones

  4.1K viewsOct 2024

  The reviewer finds the Dan Clark Audio Corina electrostatic headphones to be exceptional, with a balanced, low-distortion sound that makes music engaging and natural across many genres. They are comfortable but have low ear pad pressure, and require a special amplifier, which adds cost. Overall, the reviewer highly recommends them if the price is within budget.

  Reviewed productDan Clark Audio CORINA72

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• 8:44

  Best Headphones: Focal Hadenys Open-Back Headphones

  10.1K viewsAug 2024

  The reviewer finds the Focal Hadenys to be a pleasant surprise, praising its musical mid-range and solid bass for an open-back design, which is rare under $1,000. They note minor treble peaks and slight bass blur on some recordings, but overall consider it a major accomplishment that draws the listener into the music.

  Reviewed productFocal Hadenys79

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• 9:38

  Best Headphones: Meze Audio Empyrean II Review

  13.7K viewsJul 2024

  The reviewer finds the Meze Empyrean II to be an exceptionally well-balanced and neutral-sounding planar magnetic headphone, excelling in bass weight, treble refinement, and low-level detail. While noting a slight mid-range depression and minor bass elevation, the overall performance is considered top-tier, and the reviewer states that no better option has been found at this price point so far.

  Reviewed productMeze Empyrean Ii77

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• 12:57

  T+A Solitaire P Headphones Review

  4.2K viewsApr 2024

  The reviewer praises the T+A Solitaire P as a highly transparent and revealing planar magnetic headphone that excels at letting the recording speak for itself without adding coloration. It is described as a brilliant all-rounder that is extremely dynamic and precise, though it lacks a traditional 'wow factor' and is very expensive at $6,900, making it a carefully considered purchase for audiophiles who value neutrality.

  Reviewed productt+a Solitaire P69

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