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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #20 on: April 07, 2015, 02:03:20 AM »
I finally unboxed my pair and gave these a good listen. I agree with everything Hans has said. The bass thickness / muddiness seems to vary from amp to amp - dependent upon output Z. Low bass quality and treble delineation doesn't seem to be as good as the PM1/PM2, but quality of mids is better. PM3 is a better headphone than PM1/PM2 in some ways. Little bit snappier, less limp-dick as Hans puts it. At $400, quite a good price considering exponentially increasing prices on newer headphones.
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #21 on: April 07, 2015, 06:04:01 AM »
Figured I'd mention that April 19th I plan to compare the PM3 to the B&W P7, Mad Dogs, AKG K550 and Denon MM400. I have a feeling that the PM3 will find itself somewhere hanging in the middle overall. I'm going to guess the P7 will have the most satisfying deep bass, while the Mad Dogs will be the most balanced/refined. I think the PM3 might win on musicality, they're really growing on me and I find them quite engaging. I don't quite like the K550 so those will likely sit last.

Are there any other closed portable options I'm forgetting in the $300-$500 range?

Sorry if off-topic.
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #22 on: April 07, 2015, 07:57:33 PM »
Also Momentum 2, MSR7, FSP.
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #23 on: April 07, 2015, 10:46:41 PM »
Quote from: Za Warudo on April 07, 2015, 07:57:33 PM
Also Momentum 2, MSR7, FSP.

Unfortunately I don't think I can get my hands on them, will try though!
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #24 on: April 08, 2015, 02:04:15 AM »
I have difficulty finding headphones that I find super comfortable. I have a large head, not necessarily round, more like a... long? I guess? head. The top of my head and my ears are far apart. Most adjustable headphones I wear at their maximum extension, and most "one size fits all headphones" like the Stax Omega 2 or the AKG K701 simply don't fit my head. It can be very frustrating.

To me, the PM3 are one of the most comfortable headphones I've worn. I literally sighed the first time I put them on. Super soft pads, my ears never get hot, no pressure grinding down on the top of my head. This makes them the perfect work phone comfort wise, since I can easily listen for several ours without any physical fatigue.

In terms of how they sound, they aren't the last word in resolution but hell they are $400 bucks. I think the midrange is nice, maybe a tad bit boosted in the upper midrange, but not in the very obvious way some AT cans are. To me they do NOT have the greatest midbass slam, but its not weak by any means, but lacks a bit of oomph. Keep in mind I haven't heard the other Oppo cans so I can't compare them.

Treble I have no real complaints, maybe lacking just a bit of sparkle.

On the whole they are wonderfully comfortable, reasonably neutral, and really easy (and fun) to listen to. I anticipate putting a lot of hours on my pair.
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #25 on: April 08, 2015, 02:16:30 AM »
If you think the PM3 lacks a bit of oomph, you'd laugh at the PM-1 and 2.
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #26 on: April 08, 2015, 10:26:33 AM »
How's the isolation ? Can these be used on a plane ?
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #27 on: April 08, 2015, 01:19:26 PM »
Quote from: hans030390 on April 08, 2015, 02:16:30 AM
If you think the PM3 lacks a bit of oomph, you'd laugh at the PM-1 and 2.

Yeah this thread definitely gave me that impression! If thats the case I think I'll steer clear of the PM-1 and PM-2. I can't get emotionally involved in music if the bass is limp. And don't get me wrong, I find the bass on the PM-3 totally acceptable, just doesn't have the kick of say a Lambda Normal Bias, which is kind of my standard when evaluating bass on planar or electrostatic phones.
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #28 on: April 08, 2015, 04:16:26 PM »
Tried the PM3 with HA-2 out of AK120Mk1. Felt like... well, value buy budget portable setup. Nothing sounds wrong. Nothing really wow.
It just kind of reminds me of Sony MDR-1r. Not that it sounds like that, but somehow in some way is similar to my ears.

But for that price, well, undeniably easy to throw money at!
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Re: OPPO PM-3 Impressions and Measurements
« Reply #29 on: April 08, 2015, 06:57:06 PM »
Just depends on what you're after. The pm-3 is a very good closed planar mag that is truly portable. It fills a niche very nicely. It's also very close to neutral with just a touch of warmth which impresses me quite a bit for the price range.

I've been using the Momentum 2 wired version for a few days and so far...I like it better than the pm-3. While the pm-3 is quicker and more neutral than the m2, the m2 works better for me as a true portable. It feels weighless on the head when compared to the pm-3 which has some heft to it. The m2 is easier to amp and get to it's full potential. I felt that even with my x5 (good neutral DAP with a nice amp section) the pm-3 sounded a little hollow in the mids and the bass became a little shy. When I added an amp to the x5, the pm-3 was great. The m2 sounds very good straight from the x5 though...no amp needed.

The m2 is also better appointed with choice of materials also. Real leather works better than pleather which I feel is a bit of a cop out at this price point. Just my 2c...
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