JVC HA-FX700 review : WOODEN KING of Dynamic iems - Page 3

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Originally Posted by pinoyman 

^thanks...

 

i already sold my sm3.

i think, ill stick now to the fx700...

im planing on pairing the fx700 with the ZO personal subwoofer.

 

and im gonna post another impression.

 

 

 

 

(i wanted to use the ZO to the sm3 to boost its sq -bass, highs...but its already on its way to its new home. just a thought.)

this will be interesting, even more bass boost with the JVC?  if the ZO actually improves the bass quality and not just quantity of the JVC's bass, would definitely look into it, but kind of hard to imagine the FX700's needing any more addition in the bass departments.

The fx700s sound pretty good straight out an ipod classic and an old sony cd/mp3 player that I have. Main difference to me is that the sony sounds a bit fuller and thus louder, while the ipod sounds more lean and neutral but still adequate.  Either way, I think, the fx700s would do well in most players as it is.  
 

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Originally Posted by Hi-fi Wigwammer 

I'm looking for a Sony X1060 to partner them. I doubt my Rockbox'd Clip+ and iPhone 4 will really do them justice.

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Originally Posted by Hi-fi Wigwammer 
I'm looking for a Sony X1060 to partner them. I doubt my Rockbox'd Clip+ and iPhone 4 will really do them justice.

I roll these with my Clip+ all the time, no problems.  I'm sure the Sony is a great source, but it's a whole lot of mulah... and the JVC's aren't exactly to either.  I'd just enjoy the sound and pocket the money for the time being, no need to go splurge crazy (of course unless you want to!), as the JVC's are quite easy to drive.

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Originally Posted by Hi-fi Wigwammer 

I have a pair of FX700s on the way from Pricejapan right now. I'm really looking forward to comparing them to my MDTs. My only previous quality IEMs were the UM3X and RE0. The MDTs sound far more lively and musical than either of those IMO. If the FX700s sound better than the MDTs, which i'm led to believe they do, then that'll be just great. I'm looking for a Sony X1060 to partner them. I doubt my Rockbox'd Clip+ and iPhone 4 will really do them justice.

I'm waiting patiently for your impressions.  I too thought the MDTs were more enjoyable to listen to than the UM3x, especially for jazz vocals, big band, etc.  However, the MDT's greatest strength - big, powerful, yet reasonably detailed bass - is also its greatest weakness as not all genres can tolerate that level of 'flamboyance'.  For example, the sounds contained in the bass/lower midrange in classical music are more for establishing harmony and for adding depth & texture to the overall sound.  They carry the rhythm too, although in most classical pieces, the task of keeping rhythm is shared throughout the parts.  As such, no single instrument should dominate and the bass need not be so bold and impactful relative to the rest of the spectrum; attack and delay of different instruments vary and must be conveyed convincingly.  A good test is actually solo piano, solo violin (predominantly midrange/upper midrange), a sonata for piano & violin (predominantly midbass>upper midrange), or better, a Shostakovich violin/piano concerto.  Anyway, I digress hugely. 

It's positively reassuring to know that PriceJapan are still shipping despite the recent catastrophe!

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Originally Posted by pinoyman 

@munkyballz,

to my ears, the fx700 doesnt sound....EXCESSIVE.

i dont believe that it is too much in BASS.

 

its real and right.

natural.

its not something that is tuned to be fun (ie8, copper or mostly...any Dynamic iems)

and, im also thinking of buying a DUAL DYNAMIC iem from JVC....hopefully its a lot better than the RADIUS DDM.

 

im using the ZO for improvement.

not only to my fx700 but also to my dual BA ue700 and the heavenly MX980.

 

i think its an improvement in music experience...not only in BASS department.

Cool.  I will agree that while some have commented that they feel the JVC might have too much bass, I personally don't think the JVC's bass is excessive, not at all... well for about 90% of the time.  There are a few instances where I think there might be a little too much mid bass, whether the bass is natural or not, for my preferences, it seems like it might teeter a bit on the slightly too much at times.  But like I said, 9/10 songs, it's everything including the bass is sublime.

Actually interested to see how your experiences will be with the ZO, as it seems like a neat new toy/amp that eventually I might want to check out, as it seems like it would be a peeeerrrfect match up to pair with my DBA's.  If the ZO actually increases the whole quality or enjoyment of the JVC's bass wise, and the rest of the sound spectrum as well, I might definitely have to check one out for myself!
 

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Originally Posted by pinoyman 

@munkyballz,

to my ears, the fx700 doesnt sound....EXCESSIVE.

i dont believe that it is too much in BASS.

 

its real and right.

natural.

its not something that is tuned to be fun (ie8, copper or mostly...any Dynamic iems)

and, im also thinking of buying a DUAL DYNAMIC iem from JVC....hopefully its a lot better than the RADIUS DDM.

 

im using the ZO for improvement.

not only to my fx700 but also to my dual BA ue700 and the heavenly MX980.

 

i think its an improvement in music experience...not only in BASS department.

The JVC LOVES the ZO.  I received my JVC's tonight and I've only listened to a few songs but it loves the ZO!

How much do they stick out? are they ok for sleeping sideways on a pillow?

How long is the cable please? 

I currently have the Denon C710 which has a very similar shape (it sticks out quite a bit) and also the cable is on the short side.  I really want to improve on those things, of course the sound of the JVC would be in a different league.

Many thanks.

I love my CK10 for sleeping on my side, they are the best I have tried for this besides my old RE1; its a tie for comfort but no contest on sound quality.

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Originally Posted by pinoyman 

nope. look elsewhere for that case...

dont use this iem for sleeping.

its not safe.

the iem protrudes outside your ear.

half inside covered by your ear, and half outside your ear.

Depends on the ear size, hehe. I can comfortably sleep with these if I wear them over-ear. As for cable length, I'm pretty sure I've measured and posted it earlier in this thread.