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Hey Joker, would you pull the trigger on a pair of UE 900s for $250, new? I was thinking about saving up for 1964 Ears' V3s but am wondering if this is a deal too good to pass up.
It really depends on whether the signature is right for you. The V3 sounds pretty different - bassier, more forward in the midrange, and more intimate in the way records are presented. As an all-rounder the UE900 is pretty darn good for $250 and you'll probably be able to re-sell it and not lose much when you're done with it.
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Hi Joker,
Love your work! My current rig is Fisher DBA-O2 (mk2) with JDS Labs O2. Love the aggressive analytical detailed sound, though at times the sibilance is bothersome. Have been thinking of an upgrade, and have been considering the Alclair Reference. Also looking at the 1964 V3 and the CTM 200. The Reference sounded good as it provides a nice sounding blend of musicality and detail. Am ok with full shell monitors. However since I can't demo all 3 was wondering what your view is - my perfect sound is that of my current rig sans sibilance, and with a flat presentation, a nice blend of musicality and detail, leaning toward detail. My prefered music is prog, jazz, rock. I use a ipod classic and only bit rate 256 and above.
Many thanks!
Just wrote this up for a PM but figured I might as well re-post it here:
Alclair Reference: good bass and clarity, spacious presentation, high levels of detail, can be a bit hot in the treble. Universal counterparts: Phonak PFE232, VSonic GR07
1964EARS 1964-V3: enhanced bass with prominent mids; good dynamics; well-layered presentation; overall "fun" sound. Universal counterparts: AKG K3003, JVC HA-FXT90
ClearTuneMonitors CTM-200: Neutral tone with a balanced signature; spacious presentation, smooth treble, lacks a bit of deep bass; Universal counterparts: HiFiMan RE272, VSonic GR01
None of these are perfect - you'll be making trade-offs whichever way you go. The CTM-200 has the smoothest treble but also won't be as detailed and effortless as the Reference (especially in the bass region). The V3 is not as neutral as either of those two but very enjoyable nonetheless. Personally I prefer the signature of the CTM-200 but the technical ability of the Reference
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Hi Joker,
Any schedule in reivewing DUNU DN-19 Tai Chi. A little bit thoughts could be great. （Not to rush you
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I am very interested in those kind of tunable products. The Meelectronics sp51, I have tried it but it's unfortunate not so good with the tuning out come.
It's simply only able to tune by yourself. To me it's like a toy and not to mention the SQ. I already tried IE8. It's very good sound thought tuning effect still not so prominent.
Just wondering How you see the DN-19's tuning and SQ. I may probably get one if you think it's good.
Yes, I have a DN-19 in the queue. Currently working on the I 3-CS, though.
The SP51 remains one of the more 'tunable' ones I've heard. Generally the differences with tuning ports are pretty mild. With the DN-19, based on the very limited listening I've done so far, the tuning seems to only affect the bass. I prefer it with the 'flatter' tuning. Not quite sure where it ranks overall at this point but its review shouldn't be far off.
