An instant classic, the Fostex t50rp MK III is just as much a modders dream as the MK II. Utilizing the same driver and cup housing, and a new baffle, the Fostex t50rp can be listened to without modding for remarkable sound and some serious value.

Jun 12, 2013 · Noodling around the web, especially Head-Fi, I was intrigued by comments on the modified Fostex T50RP. So I chat with a few T50RP modders who sells them online. In the end, after a fair bit of research, I went with a gentleman who posted some sets on Ebay by ZMF.

The Fostex T50RP Mk3 ($159) is the latest iteration of this famed planar magnetic family of headphones that reaches back to 1978 with the introduction of the original, but fairly different, Fostex T50. The more similar T50RP however, first introduced in 2002, bears a …

Sep 2, 2021 · ZMF Classics from ZMF Headphones. ZMF modifications employ (as expected) a combination of driver enclosure alteration and physical damping material. Modifications are done to the baffle to change the venting and airflow.

May 15, 2014 · These headphones are tuned in a totally different direction than any of MrSpeaker’s offerings, either the Mad Dog or Alpha Dog. MrSpeakers’ are definitely more linear and more recording-studio approved. The ZMFs, on the other hand, take a more mid-centric, warmer direction.

Dec 1, 2020 · I have only heard the ZMF Auteur but was curious how the 909 compared. Auteur is amazing and very neutral with the nice ZMF house sound touch to add warmth and body, it’s very lifelike tonality wise.

Mar 26, 2021 · Then i've read about the ZMF Ori Suede pads (seen them at Zeos Video too), but some ppl mentioned Suede reduces Bass and Boosts mid/highs. But what about the ZMF Ori Hybrids? They have the nice leather sealing, but the suede side facing head and glasses which will kill these darn creaking sounds.

Oct 8, 2021 · I prefer the aesthetic of the Fostex (I'm a sucker for Urushi) and generally quite like bright headphones (I use the HD800 without EQing the treble at all). But I've not really got the opportunity to try either the Fostex or the ZMF out before buying, so wanted some advice.

May 29, 2023 · Less cheap but the ZMF is a great upgrade if you can spring from it. You have to remove 3 screws, 2 on either side of the headphones below the adjustment mechanism and then one internal screw that holds in the top band.

Nov 17, 2013 · Whereas the SA5000 and DT880 go for detail and treble, the ZMF is strictly built for musical enjoyment while still sounding very realistic. Sub bass is somewhere in the middle between extended and rolled off, and it all depends on …