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ZMF Caldera Open Headphones - Over/On Ear Hey folks, I'm selling my ZMF Caldera open, in perfect condition. I am the original and only owner. They come in a full set with 4 sets of original ZMF pads (3 unused): 2x thick shepskin perfotated 1x slim cowhide perforated 1x suede I will also throw in one of my high end custom cables (www.marcocustomcables.com.au) Sale in Sydney preferred, but happy to copnsider shipping. Cheers! Marco Condition: As New / Mint Payment Method: Cash, Bank Transfer, Paypal Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By Marco79 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $4,
With like-new condition, A$4,200 is ambitious against the current used market: it sits well above the A$4,393 75th percentile only if you round loosely, but on your own database it is still clearly above the A$2,964 median and closer to the top end than a routine buy. For a Caldera, that means you’re paying for near-mint presentation and likely a clean, low-wear example rather than a discount.
That said, the Caldera is one of ZMF’s most respected planars: big dynamics, strong bass texture, and a refined, engaging tonality that rewards long listening. If the set is complete and the condition is genuinely excellent, the upside is getting a premium wood headphone without the usual wear risk; just remember that at this price, accessories, pad condition, and proof of careful ownership matter more than usual.
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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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