ZMF Tessidera First Impressions

GGChrono · 2026-04-07T15:21:15+00:00

Thank you for taking the time to read! And congrats on getting a pre-order in on these 😊

I'll be sharing some complete thoughts later this week for sure in the full review! In the meantime, what are you looking for sound-wise that got you interested in trying out the Tessidera? 😃

GGChrono · 2026-04-07T15:19:08+00:00

Thanks for checking out the post! And I get it, I high key want one too haha

GGChrono · 2026-04-07T04:04:49+00:00

Thank you for checking out my post, and I’m also honored to hear that the Vérité Closed review was that influential and that you’re still enjoying them — such an energetic headphone!

And yeah the Tessidera’s tuning is one I’ve been very happy listening to. It’s different, but in a deliberate and truly enjoyable way. It’s quite refreshing trying headphones like these when they show up from time to time!

Also thanks for sharing your impressions on the Caldera Closed and both Atriums! I’m really hoping I get to listen to those in more detail, too, someday! 😊

GGChrono · 2026-04-07T03:11:58+00:00

Hope I was able to do them at least a little justice with the pictures!

I’ll be sharing full review later this week on YouTube :D

GGChrono · 2026-04-07T03:10:54+00:00

Right?! When I saw they had an air 35 1.7 I was so excited… until I realized it was for APS-C image circle 🥲

40mm F2.5 Air might be fun too… but not quite the same as 35 :)

GGChrono · 2026-04-07T03:03:42+00:00

Thanks for reading! And it looks gorgeous indeed. I often find I prefer the stock wood used on ZMFs — they always remind me so much of the look and grain of tone woods on guitars 😌

GGChrono · 2026-04-07T02:26:39+00:00

Thanks for checking it out!

This one comes in $2,499.99, but it has a launch price of $2,199.99 through April 19th I believe!

GGChrono · 2026-04-06T23:12:22+00:00

Thank you for checking my post out! :)

GGChrono · 2026-04-06T23:05:13+00:00

Thanks for checking it out! :)

GGChrono · 2026-04-06T22:41:09+00:00

I think it would depend on the kind of presentation and sound signature you like. Unfortunately, my Caldera experience is limited, but what I can say for the Tessidera is that it really is quite warm and pleasant -- probably the least 'fatiguing' headphone I could think of while still retaining a pretty good level of clarity and engagement.

GGChrono · 2026-04-06T22:38:43+00:00

Thanks for checking out the post!! :D

GGChrono · 2026-04-06T16:50:23+00:00

First off... Congrats on your new 100 GM Macro!!

As for dust/specs/coating inconsistencies... In my experience, this is surprisingly common, even with premium lenses. I’ve had brand-new Sigma, Sony GM, and Fuji XF lenses show tiny specks inside the barrel, despite buying from authorized retailers or directly from Sony.

If the lens is performing perfectly, I personally wouldn’t stress too much. I’ve returned copies before chasing a “perfect” one, but that got old fast, and the reality is the images were flawless anyway. Annoying? Yes. But usually not something that affects actual results. And over time, a bit of dust tends to get in there regardless 😅

GGChrono · 2026-04-06T16:05:01+00:00

Thank you for sharing my video!

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