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ZMF Headphones Verite Open + Viking Weave cable Headphones - Over/On Ear Selling my ZMF Verite Open Saeple wood Magnesium chassis Upgraded headband model Purchased October 23 - Used 20-40 hours - not using headphones in general. Original owner 1.8m Viking weave Ansuz copper cable with inlayed splitter terminated in 6.35mm Also comes with premium ZMF cable terminated in 6.35mm as well as 2 ZMF basic cables, one terminated XLR the other 3.5mm. Price includes express post within Australia Other items (mojo, etc are not included in sale) Condition: As New / Mint Payment Met
This A$2,150 listing for a like-new ZMF VERITE OPEN is a strong bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of A$2,276 and nearly A$200 under the median of A$2,352 from recent AUD comps. With new retail hovering around A$5,800 (based on the A$3,850 USD price), you’re securing a flagship dynamic driver at a genuinely excellent entry point.
The VERITE OPEN is revered for its open-back dynamic driver that delivers rich, natural timbre and effortless dynamics without the fatigue of some planars. It excels in music with wide dynamics—orchestral, jazz, and vocal—offering a spacious, organic soundstage. At this price and condition, with likely original accessories included, it’s a rare opportunity to own a top-tier headphone without the flagship tax. No caveats needed: this is a buy.
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ZMF Headphones traces its roots to the United States, specifically a modest basement workshop in Illinois, where founder Zach Lau launched the company around 2009. Driven by a profound family passion for music, Zach and his partner Bevin transformed their personal audiophile pursuits into a dedicated enterprise, handcrafting headphones with an emphasis on heirloom-quality wood construction that blends traditional woodworking artistry with cutting-edge acoustics.
The brand specializes exclusively in high-end headphones, forgoing amplifiers, speakers, DACs, or cables to focus intently on planar and dynamic driver models like the celebrated Ori 3.0. Each pair leverages premium woods for cups and frames, delivering tuned sound signatures that prioritize musicality—warm lows, natural mids, and relaxed treble—while offering extensive customization options for discerning users.
Positioned firmly in the niche boutique segment of the hi-fi market, ZMF commands reverence among planophile enthusiasts for its artisanal excellence and intimate production scale. Far from mass-market or mid-tier, these American-made headphones appeal to knowledgeable buyers seeking emotional, lifelike listening experiences that endure as collector pieces, solidifying ZMF's status as a cult favorite in premium personal audio.
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