If you happen to live near a Minidisc or an AddictedToAudio etc, that’s a big plus. They have quite a lot that’s available to try. Otherwise, yeah - buying used is the way…

I must admit I like the metaphor.

I haven’t tried the HEK Stealth yet, but I own both the XS and the HEKV2.

My initial plan was to simply replace my XS with the HEKV2. However, I quickly realised that I like them for different things, so I ended up keeping both.

The XS is definitely more fun, whereas the HEKV2 is a lot more sophisticated. Both are great at doing their thing.

I find the HEKV2 to be very comfortable.

I’m also part of the minority who actually finds the XS comfortable too, but maybe that’s just because I have a big head (lots of brains and all that…)

I love the MDR-Z1R. Super chilled listening and so very comfortable… Congrats and enjoy!!

I love them too. Perfect for fun listening and so comfortable!