fab!..that’s supposed to such a classic model. I'm very glad that the Elex has adopted the Clear-style of cables despite the headphone originating from a Elear base. The Clear carries more subbass but the sound signature pretty much tracks. https://www.verumsonus.com/focal-clear-vs-focal-elear-vs-focal-elex-comparison-review/. Press J to jump to the feed. The Focal Elear comes in an all black leather coated case. Many Elear owners likely upgraded to the Clear when it was introduced. 1 comment. If true, that could increase prospective buyer's options at the very least. Focal Clear CSDs . share. I have definitely seen Clear owners post about that in the past too. Most of the build is metal, and the cups are large and well-made. Where they're different is that the Elex has more air in the treble & a wider sound stage; the Clear has more bass both mid & sub in addition to brighter highs. Thanks to everyone who took the time to respond, and here's enjoying a 'TOTL' headphone. The Focal Elex pads are going back on sale soon (Drop has ordered over 1000 pairs), and this time Drop promises they will be heavily QCing the pads to ensure they don't have a repeat of the nightmare they had last time (read up on it if you don't know about it and you're curious, tons of threads about it on reddit and in the Focal Elex Pads discussion tab on the product page for them). I don’t totally hear that much of a resemblance to the HD600 other than some shout, but I can see someone who likes the HD600 gravitate towards this. I got to spend a number of days with the Utopia enough to know I love it. And yet, at least one set of … Others may suggest the AKG … I think the elex is considered to be 90-95% of the clears and the elear is the odd triplet. Joined Nov 27, 2020 Messages 24 Likes 9. RayDunzl Major Contributor. If the purported effects of the pad swap could be replicated in REVERSE, than that could go a long way in furthering the hypothesis that the Elex is really just an Elear with Clear pads--and help us poor schlubs who want to pay as little as possible for the highest possible return in sonic value :P Thx in advance! Vorlon, ultrabike and Clemmaster like this. The upper mids are filled in, but not overly emphasized. This is false. Desktop: PC > RME ADI-2 DAC > KH750 > KH120 or Focal Elex/Clear pro/Elegia/AKG 371/+5. I can't really say specific differences as I haven't done a side-by-side yet. Im looking for one TOTL set of cans to add to my Harem. A lot of MD editions do that tho, what is Senn trying to sell HD660S and even the HD650 for? purr1n, Dec 15, 2017 #1. I always wondered if the Elex was a Frankenstein baby of the Elear and Clear. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. 96. Yeah, unfortunately that's not how pricing works in audio. It is presented bea… Well at least it is to me, when you have a product available only to some parts of the market through a "dollarstore" outlet at half price and more or less the same if not better (!) Focal Elex vs. Elear + Clear pads vs. Elear + Utopia pads. Focal Elear. May 6, 2020 #2. Used vs new is a … Likes: Rottmannash and Daaadou. The Focal Elegias isolate sound really well. The sound is overall a little less … Post #8,300 of 8,441 Coztomba Head-Fier. It's that combination of knowledge, candor, graciousness, and well-spokeness. Sennheiser HD 600. vs. vs. 18 facts in comparison. The Elex has a 2 year warranty (from Focal) in the US. I think the Elex is pretty balanced sounding and has good bass extension. Central Scrutinizer. I own the Elex & I think it's good enough, but you may not. 0 transactions. Posted by 2 years ago. Top view CSDs … Always had a suspicion that the Elex was going to make the Focal product portfolio kind of awkward. Forum Donor. The Focals have always confused me; my results actually aren’t that different from Tyll’s either in that the Clear extends very slightly better and measures with more bass in general when the shout is taken into account. Hi again, ... Hey Reddit, I need some advice. I like the Elex for music, but I can't wear it for more than an hour. Cheers Share This Post post-16053427. On the other hand, the Focal are better-built headphones and feel sturdier. Today, Massdrop is announcing their latest major headphone collaboration, the Massdrop x Focal Elex, a new sibling to Focal's flagship family of headphones (the Elear, Clear, and Utopia).We review and discuss the new Massdrop x Focal Elex, comparing it not just to Focal's other flagship models, but also to the Sennheiser HD650 (HD6XX), including frequency response and THD measurements. Most of the build is metal, and the cups are large and well-made. RayDunzl Major Contributor. Home; Gear Guide. Do all of these models have the same clamp strength? Obviously, it shares a good deal of the technology developed for the Focal Utopia, which I reviewed in Issue 270, but its drivers are made of aluminum/magnesium rather than of the beryllium used for the Utopia. Coztomba. I'd be willing to upgrade to the Clear if soundstage was noticeably bigger. Dec 22, 2020 #378. Sennheiser HD 600 . 104dB/mW vs 97dB/mW; 220 Ohms … The Sennies seem slow in comparison but make up for it with better overall tonality imo. AFAIK the Elex is an Elear with a different paint scheme and pads. I am trying to save my wallet, but it might be a losing battle. The difference between the Clear and Utopia is, in my opinion, almost as much preference driven as it is performance.
This is a brighter than neutral headphone, and if you throw really bright tracks at it, it’s going to be harsh. I’ve got to think that one can now find a little cheaper. Jude's review in the Elex thread shows the frequency response between the two phones to be very, very similar. Central Scrutinizer. I have auditioned Clear and Utopia a few times now and Elex is pretty damn close to Clear. ), but that's a far cry from $700 to $1500! Focal Clear has the same high sensitivity as Elear, yet the voice-coil has been changed from 80 to 55 Ohms. Have you tried swapping the Elex and Elear pads? The Focal Clear feature an M-shaped, inverted-dome, full-range driver measuring 40mm. SONY OLED A8H 4K SMART TV - AN IN DEPTH REVIEW - Duration: 22:19. Priced at $1499, the Clear is intended to be the best option Focal offers for under $1500. Obviously, it shares a good deal of the technology developed for the Focal Utopia, which I reviewed in Issue 270, but its drivers are made of aluminum/magnesium rather than of the beryllium used for the Utopia. Close • Posted by. I can't say I have really noticed it in normal listening though. Inspired by Modernity vs Antiquity – Focal Elear vs Klipsch HP-3 Comparison Review Specifications. Elex is solid, I own it and Elear. Cookies help us deliver our Services. Does the clear have that mid suck out as the elear does? Joined Jun 13, 2020 Location Australia … Close. (This confirms it?) Yeah, HD800 will always be up there for me. ShiZo Senior Member. Headphones - Open Back. just now [WTB] [USA-MI] [H] PayPal [W] Focal Clear and Focal Elex. The Elears are listed with a 1 year warranty at Crutchfield (it's dependent on country and retailer). ... Share: Facebook Google+ Reddit Pinterest Tumblr WhatsApp Email Link. That's 31 … Press J to jump to the feed. Desktop: PC > RME ADI-2 DAC > KH750 > KH120 or Focal Elex/Clear pro/Elegia/AKG 371/+5. I auditioned the Clears already, and loved them, but Im not sure how they compare to the cheaper Elex. Im looking for one TOTL set of cans to add to my Harem. Subjectively. I bought a new pair for $1099 delivered. Ok, a lot of good responses and discussion in this thread, and I think I'll settle down in on the Elex, that'll open up my budget a bit more to also upgrade from my E10K/Magni 2 combo. ishca actually likes a headphone for once O.o. $1000+ $501-1000; $401-500; $301-400; $201-300; $101-200; Up To $100; First Contact; Features; CanJam Reports; News Releases; Headphones . Ears validate the measurements, not the other way. The Elegias certainly look like a premium pair of headphones. Too often high-end products neglect appearances; if you’re spending this sort of money, we think you should get a product th… I have a pretty big head (Beyers and AKGs almost don’t fit me) and I didn’t experience any discomfort with the Elear I had for a month, New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. They're not gonna work with MD ouf of the goodness of their hearts, the only one getting screwed are those trying to sell on the used market, cause that tanked in either case. Read full InnerFidelity review here: https://www.innerfidelity.com/content/focal-clear-over-ear-open-headphones Headphones: Focal Utopia, Hifiman HE6, Hifiman HE1000 V1, ZMF Atticus, Sennheiser HD580, Sennheiser PC37x, Sony MDR-1000x, Koss KSC75 Read full InnerFidelity review here: https://www.innerfidelity.com/content/focal-clear-over-ear-open-headphones I auditioned the Clears already, and loved them, but Im not sure how they compare to the cheaper Elex. The advantages of AKG K702 over Elex are: 1) better, wider and more accurate sound stage, 2) reverse U shaped sound signature, 3) lighter weight, 4) less clamping force, and most importantly 5) more comfortable for long gaming sessions. They contribute to the overall essence of the headphones themselves. My other pick would have been the Ananda, but the lack of comfort and built is unacceptable at this price segment. I could wear the K702 for hours with no issues. That person thinks the Clear is muddy, shouty, and not as warm as the Elex. Part of the reason is that Focal supposedly designed their headphones in a way that limits their SPL. I just wish the Elex looked more like the Elear. Edit if you're located in an area that massdrop will ship the elex to then I think that's the easy choice once factoring in price. Massdrop Focal Elex Review Hello all!. You can't go wrong with either. If it in fact works, an Elear/Clear pad combo could be considered a viable option by some people, even if it just gets you say halfway there sonically. solderdude Major Contributor. That said, having heard both: if I didn't have problems with my Elex I'd still own it. Joined Jun 13, 2020 Messages 96 Reaction score 119 Location Australia. A place for discussion, news, reviews and DIY projects related to portable audio, headphones, headphone amplifiers and DACs. I know I'd read it! Just as a side note, why not pad swap the ELEAR pads onto the Elex and "A-B-C" test them? Why is Focal Elear better than Sennheiser HD 600? Great article by VS once again. 39. Joined: Sep 24, 2015 Likes Received: 70,016 Dislikes Received: 113 Trophy Points: 113 Location: Padre Island CC TX. It's like reference headphones, "what does I_want_all_the_tacos" think :) Seriously dude, you oughta have your own website or blog or something. A place for discussion, news, reviews and DIY projects related to portable audio, headphones, headphone amplifiers and DACs. I'm worried he hit his head on the way into the store, I admit I find your measurements strange, when I auditioned both the Elear and the Clear side by side the Elear was clearly the one with the most bass (or rather mid-bass, it felt really boomy compared to the other). purr1n Finding his inner redneck Staff … The Elex has a 2 year warranty (from Focal) in the US. Focal Elear vs Sennheiser HD 600. I dunno. The Focal Clear feature an M-shaped, inverted-dome, full-range driver measuring 40mm. They did feel the same as the Clear pads though. Their sound quality follows more our target curve with excellent mid and treble ranges. (Auteur,Atticus,Eikon,6XX, ADI-2 Pendant ETC... | Arya | LCD-i4 | Ether C Flow 1.1 | -> CMA400i. Also, the Elex fits in better with my X2, 4XX, 6XX, X love affair. I haven't noticed any QC issue, on the contrary – these are the most precisely built and finely tuned headphones I have encountered (except the Utopia obviously). It fastens closed via magnets on the opening flap. As @project86 has mentioned, the Elex has borrowed "here 'n there" from the Elear and Clear. It so happens I also won an auction for a Focal Elex. Joined Mar 9, 2016 Messages 10,735 Likes 10,049 Location Riverview FL. Honestly you'd have to hear both to decide which you like more. This may sound redundant but what does a Elear with Elex pads sound like? They are practically all-black, expect for the metallic silver finish on the cup hinges and logo. As someone mentioned, given that most people I knpw take as close to perfect their equipment. Focal Clear has the same high sensitivity as Elear, yet the voice-coil has been changed from 80 to 55 Ohms.This means that from the same source set at the same volume Clear will go louder. heard there is unit variation possibly so would want details about your unit and stuff like clipping and creaking/rattle. Ears validate the measurements, not the other way. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, RME/887/ZDT Jr>Auteur/Atticus/HD800(SDR)/Elex/LCD2C/Verum1/HD6XX. I am a little miffed because I don't think the Clears are twice as good as the Elex as the price reflects, but if I can get the improved driver that has a higher SPL tolerance I can't really put a price on that. WTB. SONY OLED A8H 4K SMART TV - AN IN DEPTH REVIEW - Duration: 22:19. Regarding the ISO vs Fletcher Munson curves: Do you really need 30dB additional gain at 20 Hz at 100 phons? I only demo’d the Clear once a few months ago for a bit, but I believe it is more detailed and “clear” since it is brighter than the Elex. This has the effect of making the mids more even. I don’t want to pay more than $700 for headphones and I feel comfortable having these as my endgame. Would you say the Clear is worth the premium over the Elex? The Elex side sounded more forward and impactful, but in retrospect that's a really dumb way of testing. ... help Reddit App Reddit coins Reddit premium Reddit gifts. Also, apparently the Elex on Massdrop has a better frequency response than the Clear and sounds better for cheaper, but I haven't heard it yet. save. They also interact more with the pinna and create a more open soundstage than the Focal. I like the Elex for music, but I can't wear it for more than an hour. We tried swapping pads and listened, but we tried it in a stupid way: one side had Elear pads and the other had the Elex pads. ARE OLED TVS STILL THE BEST IN 2020? A lot of people are probably unwilling to put up with the long lead times either company attaches to MD's bulk orders, they don't seem to be getting any shorter drop after drop so maybe that plays into the math. After that, it’s a bit tougher. Frankly, we wouldn’t have been surprised to see a price tag twice the size on these over-ears. I have the Focal Clear and I've heard other Focal headphones at various stores and shows. I disagree on all 3 fronts. Anyways... Have you tried pad swapping the Elex pads onto the Elear yet? Philimon, JonCharles, Vorlon and 10 others like this. Holy pad rolls! And they don’t just look expensive, they feel it too. On the other hand, the Klipsch HP-3 comes in a box made of wood. There’s no active noise-cancelling here, but thanks to the closed-back design and comfortable fit of the cups, it almost feels like there is. R. rcstevensonaz Member. The … The Clear would carve out a really nice role in my collection between my HD800 and Auteur. As a recent HD800 convert, I appreciate your review and comparisons. As you said the graph showing the Clear having more bass doesn't seem to align with subjective impressions :), Still, thank you for this effort and for confirming that the Elex is basically the Elear with Clear pads (now I just need to find a way to buy these damn pads). Focal has long been one of the biggest names in high end speakers, but its recently ventured into headphones and has been on a … The pads, however, make a very big difference, and some aftermarket pads, like some of the Dekoni ones, will completely re-tune Focals to the point that they don't even sound like Focals anymore. 1 year ago. Looks a lot more even throughout the mids. The Elex starts with the Focal Elear and sprinkles in certain aspects from their new Clear design. The Sennies seem slow in comparison but make up for it with better overall tonality imo. I concur this: Elear trumps in bass quantity compared to Clear, and it sounds distorted and bleeds into the mids on certain tracks. Last year, Massdrop announced a collaboration with Focal and started collecting funds for the Focal Elex. Close. But I can easily say that Elex and Clear are more similar and Elear is the odd man out. I am really surprised they haven’t been reviewed more and as of right now, I think they’re underrated. Not a problem on the Elex. Different ears I guess. So, I received a Focal Clear that I got and I love. per audeze, a friend did warn me about the infamous weight issues for many of their models: suggested instead to try hfm…but their qc is so so. While the Utopia is definitely the more capable technical performer, many of the people I know prefer the Clear’s signature. ARE OLED TVS STILL THE BEST IN 2020? The Elear is my favourite-looking headphone, and then Massdrop went ahead and blacked out all that detail :(. The Focal Elear are great looking headphones that have a high-end and premium feel. Any info or opinions are welcome. It seems like people have had the same "driver crackle" issues with all the Focals. The retail price for the Clear is 500.00 more than the Elear. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, Atoll HD100 | Dragonfly Red > LCD2C | HD600 | Andromeda | P1, D90 -> THX887 -> Clear, Elex, Andromeda, 6XX, ADI2+MogwaiSE>Susvara/Auteur/Eikon/Aeolus/HE500/Teak/650/600/580, Soekris 1541 - ECP T3 - Aeolus | HD 6XX | PM-3 | ES100 - MD Plus, Utopia / XBA-Z5 / AH-D600 / ER4SR / HD540. I've been going back and forth but it's hard to tell a lot of difference in the sound. Focal Clear vs Elear vs Elear with Clear Pads vs Elex Comparison Review. Dec 22, 2020 #383. I use them with an Audeze Deckard which is an excellent pairing. Well, sometimes the measurements keep us honest. Their sound quality follows more our target curve with excellent mid and treble ranges. Thread starter Similar threads Forum Replies Date; N: It is definitely needed as a reference for future measurements from me. For EDM, these can be awesome, or they can suck a lot. Both headphones are fantastic. I think people typically choose the Elex and Clear over the Elear. Thank you for the interesting read. Top Reader Voted Headphones; Dynamic … Specifically, we get the drivers from an Elear, pads from the Clear, housing elements from both models, and cables from the Clear, all with a blacked out "stealth" theme. Focal Elex: Basically Elex just fixes all my complaints with Elear. The Elear I have in the office I bought as a result of them being available new-but-open-box, from another vendor, for $499. The HiFiMan Ananda are better critical listening headphones than the Focal Elear. While some models go for a workmanlike design, you’ll find nothing of the sort here – even at this price. 7Hz lower low-frequency? Then I got to spend time with an 800 and I knew it was exactly what I was looking for. Andrew Robinson 94,896 views performance. I only demo’d the Clear once a few months ago for a bit, but I believe it is more detailed and “clear” since it is brighter than the Elex. Also, the Elex fits in better with my X2, 4XX, 6XX, X love affair. They are practically all-black, expect for the metallic silver finish on the cup hinges and logo. Maybe someone even already HAS the Elear, and doesn't realize you can "turn it into" an Elex just by buying the pads. Last year, Massdrop announced a collaboration with Focal and started collecting funds for the Focal Elex. The %s aren't too dissimilar. Priced at $1499, the Clear is intended to be the best option Focal offers for under $1500. Focal Elex Frequency Response (0db line = 100dbSPL) Focal Elex CSDs Focal Elex Harmonic Distortions (at FR measurement levels) Last edited: Dec 15, 2017. Yeah the elex is pretty close to the clear, the elear has like audeze tuning with the recessed treble. How We Score; Annual Awards; Search By Price. Home > Headphones comparison > Focal Elear vs Sennheiser HD 600. Settled on Focal Clear, or Elex. But I to think they’re a very solid sound. It just so happens companies have been making sucky headphones lately. Pretty sweet deal, if you ask me. This means that from the same source set at the same volume Clear will go louder. Likes: Rottmannash and Daaadou. Desktop: PC > RME ADI-2 DAC > KH750 > KH120 or Focal Elex/Clear pro/Elegia/AKG 371/+5. Both headphones come in beautiful boxes. This new model to this lineup essentially takes the Elear, removes it’s pads and puts the Clear pads on them, along with a fresh paint job, improved cables from the Clear, and reduces the price tag by a couple hundred dollars to the selling price of $699. Moving the bar up a tiny bit, I would clearly vote for the Focal Clears. Well, sometimes the measurements keep us honest. per audeze, a friend did warn me about the infamous weight issues for many of their models: suggested instead to try hfm…but their qc is so so. Review. Andrew Robinson 94,896 views They also interact more with the pinna and create a more open soundstage than the Focal. Two cables are included, one with a 6.5mm plug and one with 4-pin XLR, allowing an easy match-up with the variety of desktop amps Massdrop and others make. Likes: Jimbob54 and thewas. You won’t hear much from outside and while there is a little sound leakage at high volume, they’re ultimately pretty … Generally this headphone doesn’t need a dedicated headphone amp to go … WTB. The Focal Clear is one of our top-selling headphones and has become a go-to for an open-back design. May 6, … Focal Elear. It will if you put Elear pads on it. Joined Sep 7, 2018 Messages 470 Likes 308. Innerfidelity is a much more credible tester than any other on the web, and his plots show an incredibly precise driver match. The $1,500 Focal Clear are not one of those headphones. Settled on Focal Clear, or Elex. hey basically want to buy either headphones and looking for a good price. Any info or opinions are welcome. There’s been a few comparison reviews from others between all the Focal headphones. Generally this headphone doesn’t need a dedicated headphone amp to go loud enough, most interfaces will drive it with ease. Did you notice the crackle on normal listening or only specifically testing for it on high volumes? Owned the Elex, best headphone under $1000 that I've heard, easily. How does soundstage of the Focal Clear compare to that of the Elex? Also what does a Elear with Clear pads sound like? First of all, I hope this doesn't sound overly syrupy and "fanboyish", but--you remind me a lot of Tyll. Clear, absolutely. Elear, Elex, and Clear all use the same driver. R. rcstevensonaz Member. That said I am really drawn to Clear as it still has that Focal house sound of being incredibly dynamic, punchy, and visceral. I am a little miffed because I don't think the Clears are twice as good as the Elex as the price reflects, but if I can get the improved driver that has a higher SPL tolerance I can't really put a price on that. Dec 22, 2020 ... Share: Facebook Google+ Reddit Pinterest Tumblr WhatsApp Email Link. Joined Nov 27, 2020 Messages 24 Likes 9. I have noticed that comparisons tend to say the Elear is a warmer sounding headphone (it has more pronounced bass). After that, it’s a bit tougher. And DO NOT believe the dogma on the unfairly reviled HD700. Desktop: PC > RME ADI-2 DAC > KH750 > KH120 or Focal Elex/Clear pro/Elegia/AKG 371/+5. It's really not that uncommon; I like lots of things. Always had a suspicion that the Elex was going to make the Focal product portfolio kind of awkward. Head-Fier. Focal Stellia vs Focal Clear Headphones In the Box. I think people typically choose the Elex and Clear over the Elear. Dec 22, 2020 #378 . Dec 22, 2020 #383. Focal Stellia: Focal Clear: Focal Stellia headphones: Focal Clear headphones: 1.2 m cable with 3.5 mm connector: 1.2 m cable with 3.5 mm connector : 3 m balanced cable with 4-pin XLR connector: 3 m cable with 6.35 mm connector: 3.5 mm to 6.35 mm adapter: 3 m balanced cable with 4-pin XLR connector: zipping rigid travel carrying … Some of the things I've read lead me to believe Focal 'phones might not be comfortable for big heads. I should be getting a Clear and Utopia loaner soon and I'll eventually be doing a 4 way shootout comparison of Elear, Elex, Clear, and Utopia. My Clear looks very similar to the one measured here on my EARS (though raw and not DF compensated). Some have said you can hardly tell the difference between the two when you do that. purr1n, Dec 20, 2017 #2. The advantages of AKG K702 over Elex are: 1) better, wider and more accurate sound stage, 2) reverse U shaped sound signature, 3) lighter weight, 4) less clamping force, and most importantly 5) more comfortable for long gaming sessions.
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