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SenyorC
100+ Head-Fier
For KEFINE DELCI in Universal Fit
Pros: Very pleasant and musical IEMs...
Cons: Only one peak that can clash with percussion in the high ranges...
BielakP
New Head-Fier
For KIWI EARS Allegro in Amp/DACs
Pros: - Great cable - thick and solid - chances are it will last a long time
- solid construction (could it be inspired by the construction of a tank?:) )
- analog, soft sound
- nice bass - soft and pleasant
- precise and well-placed volume change buttons
- interesting, retro-gaming look
- does not heat up at all
- compatible with android and apple
- 4.4 and 3.5 outputs
- solid construction (could it be inspired by the construction of a tank?:) )
- analog, soft sound
- nice bass - soft and pleasant
- precise and well-placed volume change buttons
- interesting, retro-gaming look
- does not heat up at all
- compatible with android and apple
- 4.4 and 3.5 outputs
Cons: - lack of any app
- sound sometimes lacks “claw”
- inverted VOL +/- layout compared to the intuitive one (+ not towards the USB connector)
- buttons on the case are just decorative – damn, it would be nice if they did something!
- it could be a little cheaper
- sound sometimes lacks “claw”
- inverted VOL +/- layout compared to the intuitive one (+ not towards the USB connector)
- buttons on the case are just decorative – damn, it would be nice if they did something!
- it could be a little cheaper
MANDATORY INTRODUCTION
Dear reader, please keep in mind that whenever there is an opinion in a review, it is my opinion, which may differ significantly from yours. We are all...
jbfps116
100+ Head-Fier
Pros: All-rounder sound
Warm, pleasing tone
Solid metal build
Comfortable
Warm, pleasing tone
Solid metal build
Comfortable
Cons: Not as much treble air and emphasis as I usually like.
I paid like $5 for these, so I can't complain too much haha.
I paid like $5 for these, so I can't complain too much haha.
I got the non-tunable version for very cheap on Aliexpress, and it did NOT come with the extra fancy tips that some of the other reviews showed. I felt the generic KZ silicone tips did not get a...
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o0genesis0o
Headphoneus Supremus
Pros: + Uncanny, out-of-head stereo imaging with the right tracks
+ Bass texture
+ Good instrument definition and separation
+ Great design, build quality, packaging
+ Bass texture
+ Good instrument definition and separation
+ Great design, build quality, packaging
Cons: - Small shell and short nozzle can create fit challenges
- Harman-ish tonality can sound shrill and strident with some vocal
- Tuning nozzles work but are not useful
- Harman-ish tonality can sound shrill and strident with some vocal
- Tuning nozzles work but are not useful
Let’s cut to the chase. Simgot’s sub-flagship IEM, the EA1000, codename “Fermat”, is a huge surprise for me and has quickly become one of my favorite single dynamic driver (DD) IEMs. How come...
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vandung2510
Holy sh!t man, that was an impressive review as usual ))
Zerstorer_GOhren
Good observation and excellent review, mate. shrilly vocals are one of stand-out that I clearly perceived initially during my testing phase.
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juanjo1972
Excelente reseña y de gran ayuda. Tengo solo dos Iem’s el S12 y el Simgot ea1000 este ultimo me encanta. Si me tuvieses que recomendar dar un salto de calidad de los buenos.. cual me recomiendas? Siguiendo un poco la misma linea. Tengo un ibasso dx240 con dac sabre 9038pro y modulo de AMP8 MK2. Escucho todo tipo de música, Rock, Pop, vocal femenino, mucho Blues… sobre todo musica de los 70’, 80’, 90’ pink floyd, eric Clapton, Mark knopfler, chris rea, B.B.King, john lee hooker, eta James, diana krall, robert cray, etc….
simphonia
New Head-Fier
For Celest Relentless in Universal Fit
Pros: Pros:
Fun and all-rounder sound
Comfortable and Gorgeous-looking shells
A generous amount of accessories
Neat looking modular cable
Excellent Technical Performance
Natural sounding Vocals
Fun and all-rounder sound
Comfortable and Gorgeous-looking shells
A generous amount of accessories
Neat looking modular cable
Excellent Technical Performance
Natural sounding Vocals
Cons: Cons:
Slightly recessed vocals (preference)
Not the easiest to drive
Occasionally bright treble
Slightly recessed vocals (preference)
Not the easiest to drive
Occasionally bright treble
Despite being in the hobby for years I'm quite new to reviewing so please take my review with a pinch of salt. I do simple and concise reviews for both audio listening and gaming. I listen mostly...
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baskingshark
Headphoneus Supremus
For HIDIZS S8 PRO ROBIN in Amp/DACs
Pros: Generously accessorized
Small and compact, solid build yet lightweight
Finely tuned volume steps
Has 6 DAC filter options
Anti "POP" guard implemented
Hiss free
Serviceable power on tap
Runs cool during usage
Natural timbre
Smooth warm neutral sonics
Good soundstage and imaging
Small and compact, solid build yet lightweight
Finely tuned volume steps
Has 6 DAC filter options
Anti "POP" guard implemented
Hiss free
Serviceable power on tap
Runs cool during usage
Natural timbre
Smooth warm neutral sonics
Good soundstage and imaging
Cons: No app compatibility, no PEQ available
No independent volume controls, no gain settings
Not class-leading in power output
No independent volume controls, no gain settings
Not class-leading in power output
DISCLAIMER
I would like to thank Hidizs for providing this unit.
The S8 Pro Robin can be gotten here...
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I would like to thank Hidizs for providing this unit.
The S8 Pro Robin can be gotten here...
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Ichos
Reviewer at hxosplus
Pros: + Excellent sound
+ Excellent measurements
+ Excellent technicalities
+ Natural timbre
+ Not clinical
+ Not bright
+ Very powerful
+ Halo topology can improve performance
+ Dead silent
+ RCA and XLR inputs/outputs
+ Preamplifier
+ Compact size
+ Value for money
+ Excellent measurements
+ Excellent technicalities
+ Natural timbre
+ Not clinical
+ Not bright
+ Very powerful
+ Halo topology can improve performance
+ Dead silent
+ RCA and XLR inputs/outputs
+ Preamplifier
+ Compact size
+ Value for money
Cons: - Preamplifier always active
- Halo topology is not always effective
- A 4.4mm plug would be a nice addition
- Only available in black
- Halo topology is not always effective
- A 4.4mm plug would be a nice addition
- Only available in black
Schiit Audio is one of the most sought after and renowned manufacturers of audio gear on the planet. They have started their audio journey by making small sized headphone amplifiers and DACs but...
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adydula
How do u like those new Hedds?
Alex
Alex
adydula
Did you have any issue with the 4 pin XLR coming loose?
Mine is solid after hundreds of insertion/removals..
Alex
Mine is solid after hundreds of insertion/removals..
Alex
Ichos
@adydula The XLR input is solid and stable. I think that there is some kind of foam on the chassis to help it sit steady.
The HEDDphone 2 is a major improvement over the previous model. I like it quite a lot, very neutral but not that bright, plenty of high quality bass and impressive clarity.
The HEDDphone 2 is a major improvement over the previous model. I like it quite a lot, very neutral but not that bright, plenty of high quality bass and impressive clarity.
thaslaya
500+ Head-Fier
For Fiio JH5 in Universal Fit
Pros: + Deep, impactful bass
+ Clear, forward vocals
+ Inoffensive treble without sibilance
+ Musical and resolving
+ Fit, comfort, and build quality of shells
+ Clear, forward vocals
+ Inoffensive treble without sibilance
+ Musical and resolving
+ Fit, comfort, and build quality of shells
Cons: Too bassy for neutral/trebleheads
- Dynamics a bit lacking (although not really a negative for me)
- Stock cable doesn't quite match the quality of the iems
- Included case is...interesting
- Dynamics a bit lacking (although not really a negative for me)
- Stock cable doesn't quite match the quality of the iems
- Included case is...interesting
thaslaya's star rating system:
☆☆☆☆☆ - Fantastic!
☆☆☆☆ - Recommended
☆☆☆ - There are buyers but not for me
☆☆ - Can't see the appeal
☆ - Product is a failure...
geoffalter11
Headphoneus Supremus
For Violectric HPA V281 in Desktop Amps
Pros: 10 New Features - Will Discuss in review
Inky Black Background
Wonderful Energy and Dynamics Below 500k
It is the Freaking Violectric V281
Wonderful with High Impedance Dynamics
Extremely Proficient with Lower Impedance Headphones
Extremely Flexible with Gain Options
Amp ONLY - No option for a DAC
Inky Black Background
Wonderful Energy and Dynamics Below 500k
It is the Freaking Violectric V281
Wonderful with High Impedance Dynamics
Extremely Proficient with Lower Impedance Headphones
Extremely Flexible with Gain Options
Amp ONLY - No option for a DAC
Cons: It is the Violectric V281 - With So Much New Stuff, Does It Still Have a Place in a Sea of Amps?
Not Really Anything.
Not Really Anything.
Because of Arthur at Power Holdings, I was given the opportunity to spend a few weeks with the Violectric V281 Limited Edition. Over the past couple years Arthur was getting blown up by customers...
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geoffalter11
I think the remote was used for their new AIOs as the remote has upsampling at the top, which is not something the V281 can do. But, it is a really nice remote. I don't use remotes, my system is all right at my fingertips. I am not the listen on a chair away from my system kind of listener. I need to be multi-tasking. I have trained myself to listen completely while writing or doing something else, generally audio related, like reading reviews or learning about other pieces of gear. It feels more like a concert that way for me where I have all of these other things to take into account to feel the energy of the venue, people, music, etc. I don't know, definitely more than one way to skin the cat, that is for sure.
tlcocks
Another great review, Geoff! I still really enjoy reading your reviews and wish you the best!
geoffalter11
Thanks Tim
wazzupi
Headphoneus Supremus
Watercooler Travel Team
Pulling out the Head-Fi muscle
Pros: Pros:
-Staging (depth and height is some of the best i've heard to date)
-Imaging (space between instruments is the best i've heard to date)
-Resolution just TOTL level
-Vocals (female particulary a strength)
-Acoustics and (live) are just superb
-Staging (depth and height is some of the best i've heard to date)
-Imaging (space between instruments is the best i've heard to date)
-Resolution just TOTL level
-Vocals (female particulary a strength)
-Acoustics and (live) are just superb
Cons: Cons:
-Treble needs a bit of refinement (cymbals and anything within that frequency range 4-5kish seem to come across as a little shrill)
-Big shell/stem and weight can be an issue for some.
-Cable synergy can be seen as a con or pro but can be a cable chameleon.
-Hard to drive for full potential.
-Stage width (but still very good for an IEM)
-Treble needs a bit of refinement (cymbals and anything within that frequency range 4-5kish seem to come across as a little shrill)
-Big shell/stem and weight can be an issue for some.
-Cable synergy can be seen as a con or pro but can be a cable chameleon.
-Hard to drive for full potential.
-Stage width (but still very good for an IEM)
Recommendations:
cable: Beat Audio Oslo mk IV 8 wire
Tips: Canal Works CWU-GDECA / Eletech Baroque
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cable: Beat Audio Oslo mk IV 8 wire
Tips: Canal Works CWU-GDECA / Eletech Baroque
wazzupi
Headphoneus Supremus
Watercooler Travel Team
Pulling out the Head-Fi muscle
Pros: -Staging Width(same characteristics you find in an "OPEN" Headphone but in IEM form)
-Imaging (very well in terms of panning and placement of instruments)
-Midrange/vocal performance (smooth and romantic)
-SUB "WOOFER" centric-esque bass with some dynamo
treble is soft/smooth(if this is your thing)
Cleaner presentation/Bass boost focused tuning dip switch
-Imaging (very well in terms of panning and placement of instruments)
-Midrange/vocal performance (smooth and romantic)
-SUB "WOOFER" centric-esque bass with some dynamo
treble is soft/smooth(if this is your thing)
Cleaner presentation/Bass boost focused tuning dip switch
Cons: -Staging depth and height seem to be lacking vs other TOTL sets.(depth is good with proper sources)
-Treble can come across as mute/soft pending on track (highly recommend a silver cable to boost this region).
-Resolution isn't the said all be all but fits the price bracket.
-Treble can come across as mute/soft pending on track (highly recommend a silver cable to boost this region).
-Resolution isn't the said all be all but fits the price bracket.
Open the Woofers !
The Alter Ego are an open design IEM and still do a very good job of keeping outside noises isolated. Priced around a good median from many TOTL sets, the Alter Ego trades blows...
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The Alter Ego are an open design IEM and still do a very good job of keeping outside noises isolated. Priced around a good median from many TOTL sets, the Alter Ego trades blows...
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Ceeluh7
500+ Head-Fier
For Celest Relentless in Universal Fit
Pros: -Nice all-resin build
-Design is just as gorgeous as it is unique
-Unboxing
-Great modular cable
-Nice slight V-shaped sound signature
-Deep, full and punchy bass region
-Resolute and Clean midrange
-Airy & open treble region
-Detail Retrieval
-Separation
-Soundstage
-Design is just as gorgeous as it is unique
-Unboxing
-Great modular cable
-Nice slight V-shaped sound signature
-Deep, full and punchy bass region
-Resolute and Clean midrange
-Airy & open treble region
-Detail Retrieval
-Separation
-Soundstage
Cons: -Treble brightness may be too much for some
-Bass presence may be a bit too heavy for some hobbyists
-Some sibilance rears its ugly head from time to time
-Bass presence may be a bit too heavy for some hobbyists
-Some sibilance rears its ugly head from time to time
Celest Relentless Review
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ernie633124
another great review Mr. Chris
Colin5619
Great review, would you see it as a major improvement over the Pheonixcall?
MD Rohit
New Head-Fier
Pros: •very light and comfortable
•The face plate is very beautiful
•Stock cable quality is very good
•Clean neutral presentation
•Treble has no sharpness
•The face plate is very beautiful
•Stock cable quality is very good
•Clean neutral presentation
•Treble has no sharpness
Cons: •Stock tips are not good
•not for bass head's
•not for bass head's
•driver information
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ehjie
Headphoneus Supremus
For Penon Impact in Universal Fit
Pros: Relatively small shells, A lot of people will get to know this set more
High standard of build and finish
The upgraded Gold leaf Face plate is as stunning as the Clear white original
Top shelf European resin clear shells to behold the internal structures
Despite its brilliance, It remains true to its analogue hi-fi qualities
Detail heads and neutral heads unite!
Clear, open, highly resolving, and transparent
As expected with the high grade technicalities, the level of resolution is at the very top
Despite being supremely technical, this set will never bore, Good luck with sleeping
One of the largest holographic staging
Scales extremely well on portable and / or transportable amplifiers
Even on top of the world, Penon represents great value for money
There is perceived Durability and reliability. My Volt is more than 3 years running
After sales support is among the best in the industry
High standard of build and finish
The upgraded Gold leaf Face plate is as stunning as the Clear white original
Top shelf European resin clear shells to behold the internal structures
Despite its brilliance, It remains true to its analogue hi-fi qualities
Detail heads and neutral heads unite!
Clear, open, highly resolving, and transparent
As expected with the high grade technicalities, the level of resolution is at the very top
Despite being supremely technical, this set will never bore, Good luck with sleeping
One of the largest holographic staging
Scales extremely well on portable and / or transportable amplifiers
Even on top of the world, Penon represents great value for money
There is perceived Durability and reliability. My Volt is more than 3 years running
After sales support is among the best in the industry
Cons: The cost of entry, despite being relatively less than its peers - almost half of what the others are offering
No unboxing experience, there's an excellent case though. That's all you need and go play
No unboxing experience, there's an excellent case though. That's all you need and go play
In 2016, Penon started its life from building in ear headphone cables. Shortly after, they expanded their product line to include Ear...
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Arijit From HiFiManiac
New Head-Fier
For HIDIZS S8 PRO ROBIN in Amp/DACs
Pros: No Heating Issues. Stays Cool For Hours Of Use.
No Driver Is Required For The Use Of S8 Pro In Windows.
Amazing Channel Separation. Left And Right Is Distinct And Clear.
Premium Build Quality With A Sleek And Compact Aluminum Alloy Chassis And Glass Sandwich Design.
Impressive Decoding Capabilities For High-Resolution Audio Formats
Neutral To Mild W And Dynamic Sound Signature With Excellent Detail Retrieval
Excellent Channel Separation
Hardware-Based Volume Control And Play Pause.
Both 3.5mm Single-Ended And 4.4mm Balanced Outputs
Capable Of Driving A Wide Range Of Headphones And IEMs
Affordable Price For Its Feature Set
No Driver Is Required For The Use Of S8 Pro In Windows.
Amazing Channel Separation. Left And Right Is Distinct And Clear.
Premium Build Quality With A Sleek And Compact Aluminum Alloy Chassis And Glass Sandwich Design.
Impressive Decoding Capabilities For High-Resolution Audio Formats
Neutral To Mild W And Dynamic Sound Signature With Excellent Detail Retrieval
Excellent Channel Separation
Hardware-Based Volume Control And Play Pause.
Both 3.5mm Single-Ended And 4.4mm Balanced Outputs
Capable Of Driving A Wide Range Of Headphones And IEMs
Affordable Price For Its Feature Set
Cons: The Indicator Light Is Limited. As There Is No Different Color Assigned For Flac 96Khz, Which Is A True HiRes. From Low Res Mp3, Flac Or 96KHz Flac All Has The Same Green Color.
Fingerprint Magnet. Always Needs To Be Cleaned To Look Good.
Fingerprint Magnet. Always Needs To Be Cleaned To Look Good.
Introduction
The HIDIZS S8 Pro is a portable dongle DAC/amp that promises exceptional sound quality and features at an affordable price point. As the successor to the popular...MusicEnjoyer
New Head-Fier
For LETSHUOER S15 in Universal Fit
Pros: Excellent modular cable (4.4mm, 3.5mm, 2.5mm terminations)
Quality bass
Thick and Full mids
Premium unboxing experience
Quality bass
Thick and Full mids
Premium unboxing experience
Cons: The PRICE
Soundstage and imaging is average
Soundstage and imaging is average
NOTES and DISCLAIMERS
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- Just your regular music lover trying on different audio gears to see how music can be enjoyed more.
- Thank you for Sir Eiji...
blay
Head-Fier
Pros: - Natural sound and soundstage.
- Perfect size; not too big, not small
- Volume with buttons instead of wheel
- Different and more certified equalization system
- Battery duration
- Perfect size; not too big, not small
- Volume with buttons instead of wheel
- Different and more certified equalization system
- Battery duration
Cons: - high weight
- Heat that gives off
- Heat that gives off
The first thing that catches your attention as soon as you start listening to it is its naturalness, together with the great body and depth it delivers.
It makes you enjoy tombs and sub-basses...
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Des99
New Head-Fier
For Simgot EA500 LM in Universal Fit
Pros: Very well built
Easy to drive
Mod friendly with tuning nozzles
Impactful, punchy bass
Slightly warm and pleasing lower midrange
Sparkly and airy treble
Well extended treble
Good technicalities
Easy to drive
Mod friendly with tuning nozzles
Impactful, punchy bass
Slightly warm and pleasing lower midrange
Sparkly and airy treble
Well extended treble
Good technicalities
Cons: Fingerprint magnet
Tuning nozzles does not provide much without mods
Shouty upper midrange with shrilly vocals
Harsh and peaky treble
Metallic timbre
Tuning nozzles does not provide much without mods
Shouty upper midrange with shrilly vocals
Harsh and peaky treble
Metallic timbre
Disclaimer
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- Huge thanks to Simgot for providing a unit of the EA500 LM for me to review. I really do appreciate it. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own, and...
dunring
Headphoneus Supremus
For SMSL DO200 Pro Balanced DAC in DACs
Pros: 5.2 volt DAC output
USB 1.0/2.0 toggle for compatibility
Competes with DACs costing 2-3 times the price
Runs cool, auto shutoff
HDMI (Arc) inputs
Color IPS screen is easy to read
USB 1.0/2.0 toggle for compatibility
Competes with DACs costing 2-3 times the price
Runs cool, auto shutoff
HDMI (Arc) inputs
Color IPS screen is easy to read
Cons: Form factor might limit stack options
No color setting options
They haven't ditched MQA support yet
No color setting options
They haven't ditched MQA support yet
I just got one of these today, shipped by Fedex from Aoshida-US and bought myself for $399 on Amazon. It's so new they shipped it direct from their factory, but should be...
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Jaytiss
500+ Head-Fier
For AFUL Explorer in Universal Fit
Pros: Powerful and impactful bass response
Vocals are impressive and have no issues with them.
Great clarity
Balanced upper air with Bass, so right.
Great overall tech for the price, at least on the level of the Aful 5.
Treble is smooth and inoffensive
Great overall sound quality at its price.
New case with a zipper is nice for on the go.
Shell is cozy and fits me well
Flexible cable with easy swapping as needed for our cable rollers
Vocals are impressive and have no issues with them.
Great clarity
Balanced upper air with Bass, so right.
Great overall tech for the price, at least on the level of the Aful 5.
Treble is smooth and inoffensive
Great overall sound quality at its price.
New case with a zipper is nice for on the go.
Shell is cozy and fits me well
Flexible cable with easy swapping as needed for our cable rollers
Cons: More tips could have been included.
Lower pinna gain isn’t for all
Soundstage is a bit initiate
Tech of this iem is very strong, but not beyond the Aful 8 level.
Vocals can be slightly recessed for some, but not shouty or boring.
Lower pinna gain isn’t for all
Soundstage is a bit initiate
Tech of this iem is very strong, but not beyond the Aful 8 level.
Vocals can be slightly recessed for some, but not shouty or boring.
(this review is still in process)
This is a sample sent to me from Hifigo. I’m going to try to be as honest as I can, but I do want my biases to come out.
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This is a sample sent to me from Hifigo. I’m going to try to be as honest as I can, but I do want my biases to come out.
o0genesis0o
I expected nothing from this IEM, and it blew my mind