Recent content by Echalon
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The discovery thread!
Celest Wyvern, Black Edition, from their Facebook page. Releases end of May.- Echalon
- Post #101,144
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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The discovery thread!
Here we go again. KZ x Angelears Libra: Edit: Apparently it is going to cost around $15.- Echalon
- Post #100,854
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Knowledge Zenith (KZ) impressions thread
And another. KZ x Angelears Libra: Apparently it will cost around $15.- Echalon
- Post #63,938
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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634EARS: Impressions, Discussions, and Appreciations Thread
Wow, thanks! That’s immensely helpful, especially combined with the user impressions.- Echalon
- Post #685
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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634EARS: Impressions, Discussions, and Appreciations Thread
Thank you! I’m trying to decide which material to get, so it really helps to get detailed impressions on specific woods to set a baseline for comparison.- Echalon
- Post #683
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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634EARS: Impressions, Discussions, and Appreciations Thread
Thank you for the description. Which wood or metal did you choose?- Echalon
- Post #680
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Low end. Cheap. Generic. Otherwise bang for buck cable thread!
This is the GreyDragon. Currently not on a discount, so best to wait until it is. In case anyone needs the NiceHCK price tracker, it is here.- Echalon
- Post #9,206
- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Low end. Cheap. Generic. Otherwise bang for buck cable thread!
The ISN T-OCC is a lovely cable with a warm tonality, very close to my favourite Effect Audio Ares II+. The NiceHck Maple is a nice cable with a real bass boost, and sometimes drops to around $50. I’ve not tried the Hakugei Sound of Thunder, but the Healer is a warm and high quality copper. I...- Echalon
- Post #9,201
- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Low end. Cheap. Generic. Otherwise bang for buck cable thread!
As you thought, it is a way of writing purity. 99% pure would be 2N, 99.99% is 4N, 99.999% is 5N, and so on. It’s worth mentioning that higher purity does not mean the cable is better - thickness, soldering, weave, plugs and more all have important roles. Also there is no guarantee that you get...- Echalon
- Post #9,167
- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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The Deals DISCUSSION Thread (READ THE FIRST POST!!!)
Edit: The sale is over. IvipQ-100 for around $11, without cable or accessories. https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804326476236.html I heard that these are like the Kiwi Ears Cadenza, though have not tried them myself. Usually $30-$40. Sale ends in 8 hours from this post.- Echalon
- Post #35,314
- Forum: Members' Lounge (General Discussion)
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Low end. Cheap. Generic. Otherwise bang for buck cable thread!
There are some 8N cables about, but purer does not mean better. If you want a great cable, look for ones people love at whatever price point you are looking for, and then find out why they like them. For example I love the warm musicality of the Effect Audio Ares II+ and the details of the...- Echalon
- Post #9,154
- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Low end. Cheap. Generic. Otherwise bang for buck cable thread!
I’ve not tried many purple cables, but here are a few that might be worth a look: NiceHCK DualGod, ~$85 (less with code 318DUALGOD). NiceHCK PurpleGem, ~$50 ZiSin-19, ZiSin-21, ~$100 ZiSin-29, ~$45 with coupon ZiSin-05, ~$75 Same company as ivipQ. There are more purple cables than these in...- Echalon
- Post #9,151
- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Low end. Cheap. Generic. Otherwise bang for buck cable thread!
There is a significant difference from brand to brand, and each cable within a brand. It can be a real headache at first. Any reputable brand will have good cables at a variety of price points: Xinhs, NiceHCK, IvipQ, Hakugei and more. Material: generally copper is warmer and more musical...- Echalon
- Post #9,135
- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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The discovery thread!
Both are really enjoyable warm IEMs with significantly boosted bass. The Doscinco has more bass, and it is excellent bass with detail and power - really this is a big bass. The Neo 5’s bass is still very good, but doesn’t have the same floor-shaking quality. Mids are very good on both, but feel...- Echalon
- Post #98,665
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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The PENON official thread
It depends on your inner ear shape, but for me KB07 tips and Spiral Dot tips help against sibilance.- Echalon
- Post #13,342
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors