Aurisonics Impressions and Reviews - Page 35  

Originally Posted by project86 

Dale told me this a while ago, but now I've got confirmation that I'm allowed to post the info:

 

*The dual driver model that people have mentioned is to be called the AS-2. It uses a 15mm driver and a 10mm driver, both dynamic (obviously).

 

*Just like with the AS-1 series, there will be a "universal" ASG-2 to go along with the genuine custom AS-2.

 

*The customs will have way more appearance options than the current models - metal, wood, or other premium faceplates, that sort of thing. Dale says the AS-1 series is their way of doing quality assurance on the manufacturing process, which is why they kept it simple with just the frosted clear shell. 

 

*Dale did express concern about the time frame - he doesn't want HeadFiers impatiently holding out for the AS-2 models. Aurisonics is limiting the AS-2 to professional touring musicians for a while, in an effort to "field test" them, ensuring they have the same long-term performance as the AS-1. When pressed for public release dates, Dale mentioned May or June of this year, with the possibility of a debut at the InfoCOMM show in Vegas (mid June). I always just assume these types of things will take longer than anticipated, so I'd say the AS-2 series is a minimum of 4 months out, which could easily turn into 6 months or more. Meanwhile the AS-1 models are here right now, sounding great, and priced extremely competitively.

 

 

 

Unrelated to the AS-2, I'm still trying to nail down a good description of the sound for the AS-1b. The good news is that I'll be ready to send along the ASG-1 for people to try, maybe within the next week or two. I believe Average Joe will be first in line, but anyone else is welcome to be on the list (I haven't compiled anything official yet). 

Originally Posted by project86 

Dale told me this a while ago, but now I've got confirmation that I'm allowed to post the info:

 

*The dual driver model that people have mentioned is to be called the AS-2. It uses a 15mm driver and a 10mm driver, both dynamic (obviously).

 

*Just like with the AS-1 series, there will be a "universal" ASG-2 to go along with the genuine custom AS-2.

 

*The customs will have way more appearance options than the current models - metal, wood, or other premium faceplates, that sort of thing. Dale says the AS-1 series is their way of doing quality assurance on the manufacturing process, which is why they kept it simple with just the frosted clear shell. 

 

*Dale did express concern about the time frame - he doesn't want HeadFiers impatiently holding out for the AS-2 models. Aurisonics is limiting the AS-2 to professional touring musicians for a while, in an effort to "field test" them, ensuring they have the same long-term performance as the AS-1. When pressed for public release dates, Dale mentioned May or June of this year, with the possibility of a debut at the InfoCOMM show in Vegas (mid June). I always just assume these types of things will take longer than anticipated, so I'd say the AS-2 series is a minimum of 4 months out, which could easily turn into 6 months or more. Meanwhile the AS-1 models are here right now, sounding great, and priced extremely competitively.

 

 

 

Unrelated to the AS-2, I'm still trying to nail down a good description of the sound for the AS-1b. The good news is that I'll be ready to send along the ASG-1 for people to try, maybe within the next week or two. I believe Average Joe will be first in line, but anyone else is welcome to be on the list (I haven't compiled anything official yet). 

Originally Posted by cute 

 

This is great news @project86......the very best thing is "Made in the USA".....Dale said everything right down to the screws!   

 

Originally Posted by project86 

Dale told me this a while ago, but now I've got confirmation that I'm allowed to post the info:

 

*The dual driver model that people have mentioned is to be called the AS-2. It uses a 15mm driver and a 10mm driver, both dynamic (obviously).

 

*Just like with the AS-1 series, there will be a "universal" ASG-2 to go along with the genuine custom AS-2.

 

*The customs will have way more appearance options than the current models - metal, wood, or other premium faceplates, that sort of thing. Dale says the AS-1 series is their way of doing quality assurance on the manufacturing process, which is why they kept it simple with just the frosted clear shell. 

 

*Dale did express concern about the time frame - he doesn't want HeadFiers impatiently holding out for the AS-2 models. Aurisonics is limiting the AS-2 to professional touring musicians for a while, in an effort to "field test" them, ensuring they have the same long-term performance as the AS-1. When pressed for public release dates, Dale mentioned May or June of this year, with the possibility of a debut at the InfoCOMM show in Vegas (mid June). I always just assume these types of things will take longer than anticipated, so I'd say the AS-2 series is a minimum of 4 months out, which could easily turn into 6 months or more. Meanwhile the AS-1 models are here right now, sounding great, and priced extremely competitively.

 

 

 

Unrelated to the AS-2, I'm still trying to nail down a good description of the sound for the AS-1b. The good news is that I'll be ready to send along the ASG-1 for people to try, maybe within the next week or two. I believe Average Joe will be first in line, but anyone else is welcome to be on the list (I haven't compiled anything official yet). 

Originally Posted by ericp10 

X2

 

Originally Posted by Idsynchrono_24 

So I'm assuming that the AS-2 will feature the same form factor as the ASG-1 then ? I base this on the observation that the Aurisonics site has a graphic of the ASG-1 with the words "repairable/UPGRADABLE" on it. So hopefully those who bought the ASG-1 are eligible to upgrade to the ASG-2 for a lesser fee as it would just be a matter of cramming in that second 10 mm driver. I hope that's the case anyway.

Originally Posted by average_joe 

Aurisoncis seems like they want to become a serious competitor in the marketplace, and are going to be the first to do a dual dynamic custom, kudos.  With everything made in the US and Dale being a really great guy, this is a win win!  I am should be getting my AS-1 at the end of next week or the week after and will have the chance to hear the ASG-1 soon.

Originally Posted by vwinter 

Now that would be a game changer.

Originally Posted by Sinocelt 

Futuresonics does it.

 

Originally Posted by vwinter 

I just checked their site thinking "how did I not know they can add a second driver to their Atrios?"
You meant the customs. I guess it's still not a game changer then but being able to update your universals would be awesome.

Originally Posted by Idsynchrono_24 

I'm assuming that's the reason why the ASG-1 is designed with a faceplate held in place by a few screws. It would be pretty simple to reach the driver to replace or upgrade it. If they are truly upgradable to accomodate that second driver, I would consider it a game changer as the FS custom phones cost plenty of times more than the Aurisonics offering.

Originally Posted by cute 

ericlp10,  I have over one hundred hours on these, and they are sounding more refined.....if that's possible!  I do believe in cable "burn in", as well as the dynamic driver "burn in".  I should have my DHC Symbiote, high quality copper cable by the end of next week.  Dale is interested to hear how that sounds, as he is considiering cable options! 

Originally Posted by Idsynchrono_24 

I'm assuming that's the reason why the ASG-1 is designed with a faceplate held in place by a few screws. It would be pretty simple to reach the driver to replace or upgrade it. If they are truly upgradable to accommodate that second driver, I would consider it a game changer as the FS custom phones cost plenty of times more than the Aurisonics offering.