LA Series Customer Feedback (LA2000 Lite, LA2000, LA7000)

 

“Well, at last I have got my hands on my cans (BA temporarily misplaced them on the way home) and, well, you can maybe imagine how broad my smile is right now. It was with tongue slightly in cheek that I wrote “I currently have AKG 701s, HD650s and ATH-W1000s … I am really after something that combines the strengths of all three (of course!)”, well, guess what, that is pretty much how they sound to me at first blush. I am still in a bit of a state of shock over the LA2000s. Listening to hi rez digital masters via a Lynx L22/Grace m902 has given me more outbreaks of goosebumps in the last 48 hours than I have experienced in years. When you said that you would put your cans up against any others past or present I thought it was the (quite understandable) hyperbole of a proud father. I am now starting to take that claim very seriously indeed! Can’t wait to hear how they bed down as they burn in. Congratulations on a superb product!”

–Andrew S., Sweden

 

“I went to post office and picked up. Looks beautiful. I am listening right now, It is amazing how different this is from D2000. So much more detail and great sound. It is a lot more detail but not too much and make me tired. And I like the weight and tightness too. I like the sound so. It is actually amazing and I really like it so far.”
–Kazu T., Japan

 

“I am very impressed. Perhaps one of the most open-sounding closed cans that I've heard, and very mellifluous. Just comparing with K701s, it was no contest on every level.So far, with great recordings, I haven't heard better. The soundstage, as you said, is VERY impressive... true mid-hall perspective, which is really awesome with classical music. Aesthetics-wise, probably the most gorgeous headphones I've seen. Kudos.”

–Jonny P., USA

 

“I got the headphones today and they are incredible! I can't believe the change that came over them. The muddy sound is gone and the mids and highs are much more prominent. Now I understand what you meant by reaching their potential. I can't thank you enough for performing the mods. I will post my impressions and your feedback on Head-Fi. Suffice it to say that I changed my mind about ordering a set of HD800s after listening to these. They are a beautiful looking set of headphones that sound even better. These are now my number one cans! My compliments and thanks to the Lawton Audio team (yourself, your woodworker, and cable person)!”
–Phil H., USA

 

“Finally I was able to pick them up and I have to say they are for sure the most beautiful HP I own to date - and I own the W5000, DX1000 and ESW10. Really well done work. They are now burning in. Initially there was much more bass presence than I would have wished for but now (after ~150h) I quickly listened in and the Bass seems to be lighter and much better defined. The mid range so far is beautiful so that I hope it doesn't change too much. We'll see...”
–Christian B., Germany

 

“I got the headphones, and they sound amazing to say the very least. I'm extremely happy with the sound quality, and could not ask for more. The wood cups have an awesome grain pattern that no picture can do justice.”

–Miguel S., USA

 

“The Denon wooden ear caps make a huge difference in the sound quality. They are more comfortable and exceed both the Moon Audio modified AKG 702’s and Grado RS-1. At some point, I’ll have you do a complete mod of the Denon 7000’s.”

–George W., USA

 

“I have absolutely no frame of reference for good headphones, but these are the most amazing things I have ever heard. Thank you so much.”
–Thom J., Netherlands

 

“I'm absolutely delighted with them. The finish of the Red Cedar cups are very pleasing to the eye, beautiful in fact. They looked great in the pics but in the flesh they are a sight to behold. Likewise, the Jena cable looks so much better in the flesh, I actually really like its appearance. Top marks to your cable man for a very tidy job, and I just love that Furutech plug. All in all, a beautiful looking pair of phones. Soundwise, they have some way to go, as expected, but having been through most phones that have mattered over the years I know that these are going to be very special. I'm very excited about what I can hear now, the potential of what is to come is very comforting. I really am very excited about what's to come in the next few weeks or so. A mind-blowing prospect! Thanks for all your hard work Mark, it's been a professional, friendly no-nonsense service from Lawton Audio, of which I'm very grateful.”
–Darren C., UK

 

“I received the phones this morning and didn’t have to pay much customs duty which was a welcome surprise. I have to say the photos don’t quiet capture the true beauty of the wooden cups do they? I’ve just started the process of breaking them in. Too soon to say much about how they sound of course but my initial impressions, fresh out the box, are favourable. Many thanks for your excellent service.”

–Andrew W., UK

 

“As I type this, I am listening to Jacqueline du Pré and Daniel Barenboim playing the Beethoven Cello Sonata No 1 through a valve NOS DAC, a Rudistor RP7 and your wonderful headphones. The cello sounds like a cello, the piano sounds like a piano, the tonal balance is correct and the emotion of the musical expression is conveyed brilliantly. I am delighted. Furthermore the headphones look as good as they sound. Congratulations on a marvellous product.”

–Richard D., UK

 

I”'ve been enjoying my LA2000 Lites so much over the past week that my D7000s have become more or less obsolete! However, I don't want to
get rid of my D7000s, so I'm thinking of getting the LA treatment for my D7000s too.”
–Shane B. USA

 

“Just got the headphones -- WOW, they look amazing and sound even better, and this is WITHOUT break-in.  Thank you VERY VERY much.”

–Travis N., USA

 

“Just thought I would let you know that the phones arrived last week. They truly are quite stunning! Both in appearance and in sound. I was a bit worried about the damping - as I didn't dislike the bass to begin with - but I must say that the bass is now spot on. Thanks for the superb job!”

–Andy C., Canada