I need something portable and was planning to get the Cyclones. Now they seem to be unavailable. I don't know whether to wait or go for the Yuins. I know they are a totally different form factor. I am only interested in how the sound signature compares. Thanks.

They are a different form factor but also the Yuin don't isolate which most always hurts SQ when external noise invades.

Otherwise, I've had both and find the Cyclone and Yuin to have a similar sound. Both are balanced and tight sounding with a similar amount of detail. Both have a large soundstage with good separation. I found the Cyclone sound more fun though. A bit better speed and PRaT. Instrument placement/layering is different and I felt the Cyclone had a bit more depth to the image.

Nice description, thanks very much. I'll wait a bit and see if the Cyclones return.

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+1. Couldn't have said it better myself.