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beeglowbot OP t1_j221vxd wrote

Reply to comment by BionicSammich in Meze 109 Pro first impressions, coming from daily driving Arya Stealths. by beeglowbot

Still only a few songs in before I got interrupted but Arya has much tighter bass that gives me the illusion of impact. The 109s definitely has loads more bass but doesn't sound as tight. Not that it's messy but I think because it blends in with the higher lows, it doesn't feel as sharp when it hits. I need to listen more before I can give you a solid answer.

What few songs I tested I mainly focused on space, separation and top end.

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BionicSammich t1_j23jkda wrote

In an ideal world, I'd get both and keep the Elites haha. I reckon I'll go with the used Arya's because I've a decent idea what I'll be getting into.

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beeglowbot OP t1_j2620ve wrote

So far, if I had to choose all over again, I would probably go with the 109's and save myself $400. I can do a lot more with the extra $400. If it's down to a used pair of Arya's at roughly $850 vs these? That's a damn hard choice, probably the Arya's.

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BionicSammich t1_j263oqu wrote

Used Arya V2s are asking €850 (hasn't had any offers in 3 weeks so might take between €700-800) and the 109 Pros are €800 new. None used near me. Just for context, new Arya V3s are about €1400-1450 new for me.

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beeglowbot OP t1_j264i4s wrote

Yea unless you can get them both to demo, I would go for the used Arya's as a blind buy. Much safer bet as you said.

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BionicSammich t1_j265bsf wrote

Yep, I had Arya V3s briefly so I've some idea what I'm getting into.

P.S. Happy cake day!

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