I had ML5909 and now Bathys...I agree with you mostly. I found the 5909 have better ANC though. Bathys are more comfy for flying so I kept those. The B&W I tried at the dealer...they are fun sounding.
I will report back...I'm between minds to go for the Emperor Double Crown model...but we'll see. I thought you bought it from the US Distributor...Ctronic in Boston. Sounds like you went to the source.
Thanks for the details. I am considering the AD Emperor Signature for my EtherRegen with fibre into the Lumin X1 as well. Happy to hear your early impressions are so positive. A bigger SQ step up than going from PS Audio Directstream to X1 is a big endorsement. You mentioned no hassle with...