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The Dekoni x Hifiman Cobalt is the result of a potent collaboration between two specialists in the audiophile world. Dekoni Audio, known for its premium earpads and accessories, has partnered with Hifiman, a leader in planar magnetic headphones, to create a dynamic driver showpiece. This closed-back headphone promises an accurate and immersive listening experience, catering to audiophiles who crave sonic purity and detail. This is the second headphone collab from Dekoni, the first being the Dekoni Blue (read our review), a planar magnetic model developed in conjunction with Fostex

https://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0124/Dan_Clark_Audio_E3_Closed_Back_Planar_Magnetic_Headphones_Review.htm

I may have understated in this review the musicality of the Dan Clark Audio E3 Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphone, so let’s be clear, that is the E3’s strongest suit. I won’t say that it is exactly forgiving, that is not the type of musicality we are looking at here, believe me, if there are flaws in the recording, the E3 will not cover them up, but they make the experience so pleasurable that you won’t care about them. Like its predecessors the ETHER C Flow and the STEALTH, the E3 has an extremely neutral tonal balance, with deep well-controlled sub-bass. There might be a slight depression in the upper midrange, and a slight peak in the mid-treble, but this could just as easily be the speed of the E3 revealing information you didn’t notice before and not creating distortions you did.

It is hard to say, I can say that going from the E3 to the ETHER C Flow, the ETHER C Flow feels shouty, but going the other way, you don’t feel like you are missing anything with the E3. The bass appears to be stronger without being boomy as with open-back headphones, which may be an attribute of the increased dynamic range and bass control, in fact, increased speed, dynamic range, and bass control with lower distortion can account for pretty much everything I hear in the E3.

https://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0124/Dan_Clark_Audio_E3_Closed_Back_Planar_Magnetic_Headphones_Review.htm

I may have understated in this review the musicality of the Dan Clark Audio E3 Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphone, so let’s be clear, that is the E3’s strongest suit. I won’t say that it is exactly forgiving, that is not the type of musicality we are looking at here, believe me, if there are flaws in the recording, the E3 will not cover them up, but they make the experience so pleasurable that you won’t care about them. Like its predecessors the ETHER C Flow and the STEALTH, the E3 has an extremely neutral tonal balance, with deep well-controlled sub-bass. There might be a slight depression in the upper midrange, and a slight peak in the mid-treble, but this could just as easily be the speed of the E3 revealing information you didn’t notice before and not creating distortions you did.

It is hard to say, I can say that going from the E3 to the ETHER C Flow, the ETHER C Flow feels shouty, but going the other way, you don’t feel like you are missing anything with the E3. The bass appears to be stronger without being boomy as with open-back headphones, which may be an attribute of the increased dynamic range and bass control, in fact, increased speed, dynamic range, and bass control with lower distortion can account for pretty much everything I hear in the E3.

https://www.stereophile.com/content/audeze-lcd-5-headphones

A headphone that helps get the music out of your head may seem ironic, but it’s a good thing when it happens. The word immersive comes to mind: The Audeze LCD-5 delivered a different kind of immersive listening experience, without any special Dolby Atmos tricks. These are headphones, sure, but (assuming the recording allows for it) they’re capable of delivering an experience that’s less headphone-like, roughly approximating the experience of loudspeakers—all over the room, not limited to two. Their sound is detailed and insightful but never aggressive, nonfatiguing, and always enjoyable.

As Audeze’s flagship headphone, the LCD-5 is pricey, but you can expect it to last for years, through several changes of its special ear cups. Its handling of microdynamics and detail makes it suitable for use not just at home but also in the studio. It fosters a keener awareness of and appreciation for differences in production, across a broad array of styles and eras. It stoked my curiosity, urging me to dig deeper into my collection: What hidden elements might be unearthed?