Request for a decrease in the volume of bass music
The Dali IO-8 wireless headphones have been hailed as a success by audiophiles, with Mark Levinson noting their impressive performance in the No. 5909 headphones category. These over-ear headphones, priced at £499, offer a balanced bass that is both powerful and articulate, making them a standout choice in the wireless headphone market.
While the standard 'Hi-fi' setting on the Dali IO-8 delivers a spot-on sound, the 'Bass' setting, unfortunately, can be a bit overwhelming. It swamps everything, making the sound thick and sludgy. This is a common issue in the industry, where bass quantity often takes precedence over quality in many products.
However, for those seeking headphones with better tuned bass, there are alternatives. The ES Lab ES-2 Alpha electrostatic headphones and the Meze Audio 105 Silva, for instance, provide a more natural, textured bass without excessive quantity. The ES Lab ES-2 Alpha offers very nice, well-extended bass with clear layering and separation, while the Meze Audio 105 Silva delivers articulate bass combined with a rich midrange and natural highs.
Another option to consider is the Noble Audio FoKus Rex5 wireless IEMs. These earphones achieve a well-balanced low end that is powerful but not overwhelming, offering very good midrange detail and bright, detailed treble. Plus, the FoKus Rex5 comes with an adjustable EQ for personal tuning to balance brightness and bass according to user preference.
It's worth noting that the FiiO K15 amplifier, when paired with suitable headphones, also highlights bass definition and control rather than sheer quantity. This amplifier is often praised for its ability to deliver tight, articulate, and well-controlled bass.
On the other hand, the Chord's Mojo 2 portable DAC boasts clever DSP tone controls, and the PMC Cor speaker does a fine job of handling bass. Interestingly, the Dali IO-8 wireless headphones were engineered by the same people who designed Dali's new high-end Epikore speaker range, with a starting price of ten thousand pounds.
In the realm of audio, balance, articulation, and definition matter more in bass production over the long term. As we continue to explore the world of sound, it's clear that the Dali IO-8 wireless headphones, despite their 'Bass' setting pitfall, are a step in the right direction towards a more balanced and defined audio experience.
- Audiophiles have praised the Dali IO-8 wireless headphones for their impressive performance in the No. 5909 headphones category.
- The Dali IO-8 headphones offer a balanced bass that is both powerful and articulate, making them a standout choice in the wireless headphone market.
- However, the 'Bass' setting on the Dali IO-8 can be a bit overwhelming, making the sound thick and sludgy.
- The ES Lab ES-2 Alpha electrostatic headphones and the Meze Audio 105 Silva provide a more natural, textured bass without excessive quantity.
- Noble Audio FoKus Rex5 wireless IEMs offer a well-balanced low end that is powerful but not overwhelming.
- The FiiO K15 amplifier delivers tight, articulate, and well-controlled bass when paired with suitable headphones.
- The Dali IO-8 wireless headphones were engineered by the same people who designed Dali's new high-end Epikore speaker range, with a starting price of ten thousand pounds.
