Thanks for all this great detail. I'm going to have to look up these amps and get myself up to date this weekend.

I didn't really ask about what's turning heads as far as amplification in this thread, but ai probably should have.

These headphones look pretty awesome, and more the kind of innovation I was hoping to see at the show.

I'd like to be able to sit in the same room as my partner while listening without it buzzing in her ears. Since I don't listen loud that could certainly work.

The last fully closed backs I had were the original AKG K550, and original M-50... they just get older from there. LOL. So that's an area I'm way more than 6 years behind. Those definitely kneekaped the soundstage, although I'd argue the K550 really made a good early attempt to open up the stage more then most had.

I also feel like that's a critical area for companies to innovate in if they can get an open feeling sound. It's amazing that we still think it's normal to project the sound all over the place from a personal listening device.

I also love something that responds well to tubes, so many interesting aspects here. Of course it would come down to liking the sound, but it's definitely a pair to research and try out.

I appreciate you taking the time to tell me about them.