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Having BOTH versions of the T1 Tesla, I sort of feel like this variant steps away from the core style of the T1; the somewhat clinical presentation of the SS and the excellent clarity derived from the higher impedance drivers. If the shift of the SS is toward a warmer and more coloured sound, it doesn't feel like it's true to the T1. You won't know what a "real" T1 sounds like with these. If I want warmer, I use a tube amp, instead of a solid state amp.
I am sure that this is a headphone that will appeal to many. It can be driven by portable rigs... And good for that. I absolutely believe that the build quality is very high value, as one would expect from such a collaboration.
I just feel like, if one is looking for the T1 Tesla SS, buying something that has been tweaked away from that isn't the way to go. You won't completely drive a high imps T1 with most portable rigs, certainly will require a good portable amp.... and that's okay, as the T1 really deserves a sit down and attentive listen, instead of jammed in on the bus or the underground.
It's never a bad idea to see if you can find a pure T1,(either version), on The 'Bay. Can often snap up a set for less than 700 bux. And don't be too obsessed by V2 over the V1; the SS is not significantly different, it's really mostly about cable removal vs fixed cable. Personally, I don't remove cables much; less wear and tear on the connectors.
gb21011971
159
May 2, 2018
TiffanyPoodleslideT1 Gen 2 does have a significantly different tonality, it is warmer than the Gen 1. Still a bit bass light but definitely not as thin as the Gen 1.
I owned all 3 versions. T1 Gen 2is by far my favorite. The A&K has a thicker coil, hence the lower impedance, which I believe makes it less brilliant in the higher registers as its driver is not as responsive. Not a huge difference but noticable.
gb21011971
159
Jul 28, 2019
gb21011971Exactly my assessment and the explanation for the difference is spot on. I owned the T1.2 and the T1p. Noticable difference, but perhaps only when direct A/B. T1p is less amp-picky obviously. Driving the T1.2 with a crappy amp or an amp that is just not compatible (SS that is too bright) is a challenge and the result is poor. After some experimenting, my nest results were 2 nuforce ha200 monoblocks (1 amp per channel). Then the T1.2 was absolutely brilliant. If you don't want to go to those lengths (and expenses), the T1p with an average amp will get you to 90% of the T1.2 at a fraction of the cost. Not the same thing, but certainly a good deal.
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