I had a chance tolisten to the 109 Pro at the Bristol Hifi show using 3 different amplifiers; SPL Phonitor XE, Earmen St Amp and Chord Mojo 2.
I have to be honest, I was left underwhelmed after reading rave reviews about this Headphone.
Whilst beautifully built (!) it sounded flat, forward and too bright. Bass too was flat not punchy enough and it needed more to bring it in line with the rest.
I preferred the 99 Classic which had a sense of depth (and fun) the 109 just lacked. I was hoping for good things and it was on my shopping list. Not anymore.
The Lyric was another story. You could argue at twice the cost it should have been but we all know that is not always guaranteed. I found it superb but frankly, I can't pay that much for a HP. Worth it? Probably.
My opinion only. YMMV.
I have to be honest, I was left underwhelmed after reading rave reviews about this Headphone.
Whilst beautifully built (!) it sounded flat, forward and too bright. Bass too was flat not punchy enough and it needed more to bring it in line with the rest.
I preferred the 99 Classic which had a sense of depth (and fun) the 109 just lacked. I was hoping for good things and it was on my shopping list. Not anymore.
The Lyric was another story. You could argue at twice the cost it should have been but we all know that is not always guaranteed. I found it superb but frankly, I can't pay that much for a HP. Worth it? Probably.
My opinion only. YMMV.