Headphones for ~$1k


Hi All,

I'm looking for 2-3 strong recommendations for a pair of over ear headphones.  I have about 4 different ways in which I will power them:

1. 300 B SET headphone amp (handbuilt by yours truly with splendid components)--~8watts
2. Primaluna Dialogue HP Premium Integrated
3. EL 34 SET amp
4. Creek Evo 100A integrated

I borrowed a pair of Sennheiser HD 800s from a friend and they sounded great but a touch too analytical for my tastes. I could easily live with them though.  They were amazing.

I was thinking

Oppo PM-1
Beyerdynamic Telsa T1
Focal Elear

I listen to all sorts of stuff but here's a breakdown

50% vintage jazz (50s-70s)
20% modern vocal, jazz folk
20% rock/pop
10% classical

I like tube amps, awesome midrange, and equipment that is closer to fatigue-free--if that helps. 

Any insights are appreciated. 




jbhiller

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