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Apr 16, 2024 at 4:29 AM Post #98,716 of 131,433
This is weird,
After the stepchild AS16Pro-x being sold without fanfare or even available in KZ official stores...

Now we got KZ CRA PRO being sold only through third party and without proper announcement.





You could find it in multiple different different aliexpress store for $25~30 ish...

Pretty close to discounted CCA Trio...
1 x Superthin DLC membrane DD vs 3x 8mm DD setup

Hmmm, meanwhile I have pre-ordered (at an online shop in my country) this:

https://kz-audio.com/kz-zs10-pro-2.html
 
Apr 16, 2024 at 4:30 AM Post #98,717 of 131,433
Any IEM better than Olina SE under $100? I use Olina SE with TRI Clarion tips and it sound much better than stock tips.
Looking for a little bit warm sound, soft/mellow bass and treble, mid focused.
Seeing Nicehck F1 Pro but it's planar. I also have Simgot EW200 and I don't like that kind of sound.
Thanks
Maybe KiiBOOM Allure? I have it, it’s got a soft timbre, balanced sound with a bit of bass. Doesn’t do much wrong but also not much wow factor. Decent set for the price range, overall sound quality is there.
 
Apr 16, 2024 at 4:32 AM Post #98,718 of 131,433
Hmmm, meanwhile I have pre-ordered (at an online shop in my country) this:

https://kz-audio.com/kz-zs10-pro-2.html
That one got proper announcement,
Its also have the zs10 line go to 5 driver (1dd+4ba) setup and follows zs10pro line of tuning.
So pretty much its own "thing".

But cra was very popular and no announcement for its successor?
--

Kz rep jenny confirm its a real kz cra pro, and released early in cooperation with their third party suppliers.

They will released it on official store "later"
 
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Apr 16, 2024 at 4:46 AM Post #98,719 of 131,433
What is your current EDC (every day carry)?

Currently using:


DAP: Sony WM1A DAP (Mr Walkman One WM1Z Plus v2 Mod)
IEMs: EPZ 530 and JVC HA-FW1800
Storage: ALT-R leather case
Alt-R have nice cases.

At work I'm using cheaper stuff, I also change it up from week to week.

DAP/Dongle: Tempotec V3, Colorfly CDA M1P, Simgot DEW4X

IEMs/Earbuds: Venture Electronics SiE, Hisenior T4, ISN Neo3, KZ Symphony with 50ohm adapter, VE SM, VE A1.

Case: Cheap AE Nintendo Switch case, even have small cartridge slots for some extra silicon tips 🤣 and a IEM case for the DAP


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Apr 16, 2024 at 5:24 AM Post #98,720 of 131,433
EDC in my bag:
Source: Hiby R3ii => L&P W4
IEM: (main) Hiby Yvain (testing) Hiby Project Ace
Storage: random NiceHck case I bought from @Bosk

Home use:
DX300 => G5
IEMs: U12t / Gaea / Andromeda
That's posh...you're in the wrong thread, buddy. :ksc75smile: :ksc75smile: :ksc75smile:

Cheers:wink:
 
Apr 16, 2024 at 5:33 AM Post #98,721 of 131,433
What is your current EDC (every day carry)?

Currently using:
Daily Carry.jpg

DAP: Sony WM1A DAP (Mr Walkman One WM1Z Plus v2 Mod)
IEMs: EPZ 530 and JVC HA-FW1800
Storage: ALT-R leather case
WM1A GANG

i just carry a bunch of cheapies.
fiio fd5
cca duo
cca trio
kbear ink
kbear kw1
kz zat
kz edx lite
a ton of tips that dont work (they will, someday)
zipties
64gb flash usb
tweezers, needles, alcohol wipes.
i try not to take my walkman cable with me.
 

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Apr 16, 2024 at 5:35 AM Post #98,722 of 131,433
That one got proper announcement,
Its also have the zs10 line go to 5 driver (1dd+4ba) setup and follows zs10pro line of tuning.
So pretty much its own "thing".

But cra was very popular and no announcement for its successor?
--

Kz rep jenny confirm its a real kz cra pro, and released early in cooperation with their third party suppliers.

They will released it on official store "later"
i would probably wait for the official store to release it. ive never had issues with their store, and they have quick shipping usually.
 
Apr 16, 2024 at 5:43 AM Post #98,725 of 131,433
WM1A GANG

i just carry a bunch of cheapies.
fiio fd5
cca duo
cca trio
kbear ink
kbear kw1
kz zat
kz edx lite
a ton of tips that dont work (they will, someday)
zipties
64gb flash usb
tweezers, needles, alcohol wipes.
i try not to take my walkman cable with me.
This is for a climb to mount Everest?!
 
Apr 16, 2024 at 6:09 AM Post #98,727 of 131,433
Maybe KiiBOOM Allure? I have it, it’s got a soft timbre, balanced sound with a bit of bass. Doesn’t do much wrong but also not much wow factor. Decent set for the price range, overall sound quality is there.
Yes, I have the Allure too, and that’s a perfect description. Cheers!
 
Apr 16, 2024 at 6:12 AM Post #98,728 of 131,433
I love that DAP with all my heart, will never sell it.
What is your current EDC (every day carry)?

Currently using:
Daily Carry.jpg

DAP: Sony WM1A DAP (Mr Walkman One WM1Z Plus v2 Mod)
IEMs: EPZ 530 and JVC HA-FW1800
Storage: ALT-R leather case
 
Apr 16, 2024 at 6:29 AM Post #98,729 of 131,433
No old school? One IEM+DAP and pocket??
Hmm, I knew it, IEMs world to you are like for girls' jewellery, make-up boxes, etc... :ksc75smile: :ksc75smile: :ksc75smile:

Cheers! :wink:
No dac/dap today, just phone and dsp:ksc75smile:
 

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Apr 16, 2024 at 6:31 AM Post #98,730 of 131,433
The 7Hz Aurora is a 12 mm DD + 1 x 6 mm microplanar + 2 BA tribrid.

It has a very clean and transparent U-shaped signature, extremely balanced and all-rounded for most music genres.

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A highlight is the tight, textured and fast bass. Sub-bass extends well. For Sting's Englishman In New York, the Aurora aces the fast double bass solo in the middle of the track. Usually this kind of bass quality is seen (or rather heard) in pricier models, so this is very appreciated.

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Upper mids are forwards without being shouty. There's a 6/7 kHz dip in the treble which is something of a trade-secret used in TOTL tuning to decrease sibilance without overly damping resolution.

Technicalities are also very well-done, with an expansive stage and solid imaging and micro-detailing.

Unlike other very technical sets, the Aurora doesn't sound sterile and maintains a decent note weight. Good mix of technicalities and musicality, so it isn't a one trick pony per se. The keyword to describe the Aurora's signature would be "Grand".

A nitpick from brief OOTB testing would be planar/BA timbre, but this can perhaps be mitigated with eartip-rolling or source pairing.

Quite a promising IEM, will do some burn-in and comparisons against other tribrids and report back.






The Tin HIFI P1 Max II is a V-shaped planar.

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This set is quite hard to drive, with 98 dB/mW sensitivity at 16 ohm. Sonics will scale with amplification as such.

From brief listening, it sports a lean V-shaped profile. Very technical sounding with an expansive soundstage when amped.

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Treble-heads and technical junkies will love it, with good capturing of micro-details with accurate imaging. Without burn-in (OOTB), it is a wee bit sibilant, but I'll see if tip-rolling or burn-in may mitigate this.
You dirty dog............how did you end up with the 7Hz Aurora so fast? Wait don't answer that...........just enjoy it! Cheers! :poodle:😫
 

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