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May 15, 2024 at 5:36 AM Post #101,206 of 131,435
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Looking for basshead IEMs to feel the slam & rumble? I've just finished my review of the surprising TSMR FEAT which you're invited to read here. :smile:
 
May 15, 2024 at 6:18 AM Post #101,208 of 131,435
Cool mixing effect that the ST7 handled with aplomb on David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust. It's part of it's ability to present a spatial soundscape that can get orbital. The drum kick appears to come from the back of your head down your neck. Very cool instrument placement, and a great classic album.


Note that the sign above Bowie: "K.WEST" - is how Kanye chose his name. An indie guitarist mate of mine (- signed to Creation Records) put in a huge bid in to buy it. However, the winning bid was ballpark £250,000 !!...you'd definitely need deep pockets to snag such an iconic piece of history....also considering that its legacy still continues.
 
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May 15, 2024 at 6:31 AM Post #101,209 of 131,435
IDK how long does XD05 Pro takes to charge :L3000::L3000: anyone has any idea?in about 2-3 hours using a 67W power adapter i got like 2 lines in charging :frowning2:

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Oh and it's a fantastic combination with the Artha and Lavinia cable

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May 15, 2024 at 6:46 AM Post #101,210 of 131,435
IDK how long does XD05 Pro takes to charge :L3000::L3000: anyone has any idea?in about 2-3 hours using a 67W power adapter i got like 2 lines in charging :frowning2:

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Oh and it's a fantastic combination with the Artha and Lavinia cable

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So, basically charge in the nights
 
May 15, 2024 at 6:53 AM Post #101,211 of 131,435
For me Polaris is better set then Edx Little or Edx Pro X, D-Fi, Zvx.

Edx Pro X is a bit too bright and need to be moded.
Zsn pro2 is definitely too bright, but I can't fix it, so I sold mine.

My moded Polaris is probably flattest pina gain iem from CCA/KZ, but unfortunately I haven't measurement rig. :frowning2:
Wait, Polaris better than D-fi ?! I just got that in and am testing it and am totally blown away. Wally the best single DD I’ve heard yet… possibly can rival my AirPods Pro 2 in some cases.
 
May 15, 2024 at 6:56 AM Post #101,212 of 131,435
May 15, 2024 at 7:12 AM Post #101,214 of 131,435
Hello everyone

These are my quick impressions of the TRN ST7. I stumbled upon the TRN ST7 in this very thread. Curiosity got the best of me, and I decided to give it a try.

Priced affordably, this IEM offers a remarkable sound quality, especially when paired with a budget dongle like the FiiO KA11.

Pros:
  • Budget-friendly price point
  • Comfortable fit, average nozzle size
  • Good bass performance, though I prefer more sub-bass and mid-bass
  • Detailed male and female vocals
  • Excellent treble performance, detailed cymbal strikes
  • Impressive technical abilities and detail retrieval
  • I found that using my own ear tips improved the sound isolation, making it suitable for use in loud environments.

Cons:
  • Male vocals may sound a bit lean
  • Higher pitched vocals and instruments (like electric guitars and trumpets) are a bit emphasized and can be slightly shouty with certain songs
  • Connector design similar to QDC connector (maybe it is QDC)
  • No carrying case but that is expected at this price
  • A microphone would be nice at this price (Thanks to @FreeWheelinAudioLuv2 for pointing out that there is a mic option available)
A/B testing with the DUNU Titian S left me shocked; the ST7 outperformed it in many areas. The ST7 also sounded smoother, particularly noticeable with vocals, drum kicks, cymbal strikes, and live music.

Overall, the TRN ST7 is an excellent choice for a budget IEM with exceptional technical performance and detail retrieval. If I am buying an IEM for $60 or more, I could see myself looking at other options for different tuning as well, especially when IEMs go on sale.

While the budget segment of the market has seen significant improvements, I've also noticed that the mid-range and high-end segments have improved as well. In fact, I feel that many IEMs in the $60 to $80 price range sound much better than the ST7.

This is just my opinion.

Check out the pictures and frequency response measurement below for a closer look at the TRN ST7.






You described the experience they offer extremely well. Also, thank you for providing the graph for them! (which seems to align perfectly with the official one). As a side note, yes, they have QDC connectors.

May I ask if you have only tried them with the provided cable? I ask this because I think they benefit quite a lot from re-cabling, even more so than from tips rolling, because the default cheap TRN cable is not the best around, to be honest. It seems to “cap” their potential soundstage, while also making them lose bass punch and a tad of definition overall. If you haven’t tried switching the stock cable yet, I highly suggest trying.
 
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May 15, 2024 at 7:18 AM Post #101,215 of 131,435
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New out today!

https://penonaudio.com/penon-os849.html $99.90
https://penonaudio.com/penon-gs849.html $99.90
https://penonaudio.com/penon-gd849.html $99.90
https://penonaudio.com/Penon-OCC849.html $99.90

Penon OCC849 Single Crystal Copper HiFi Audiophile IEMs Cable
Type-4 Litz configuration
Description

6n single crystal copper silver-plated cable
8 strands, single strand is 49 cores, a total of 8 × 49.
The plug contains 68% copper
The solder joints is silver – contained tin
Carbon fiber metal splitter and CNC integrated slider
Cable length: 1.2M

There is a new OCC849 Cable in town. Continuing the 849 line-up, Penon has introduced the original OS849 cable way back in early 2018. The line has been one of the most successful cable introductions for Penon. As it turns out they are reintoducing a more copper version. This new OCC849 just came in, along with the prior three for comparison purposes. I have tried this new OCC849 and it is a looker. Will get photos in the light tomorrow. But right off I can tell you that even though thick, it is very maneuverable.

Sound wise it is the most forward and possibly resolving (in a different way) than PENON Renata, the new ISN T-OCC and ISN CS02..........simply more forward than the prior three. Where the Renata holds a warm stance generating thickness just by the amount of insane material used....it is the thickest of the new trio set.


I mean that is my first OCC849 instant impressions out of the box. Yet this test was with my Noble Encore and WM1A a very treble centric Encore set with a treble shelf from 5kHz to 8kHz. Yet still the smoothness of the 6N Copper with silver plating showed a tone down from a regular pure silver affair. With that said it is kind of a forward yet detailed, yet still smooth rendition of the 849 line.........I'm thinking? I will get testing to compare the OS849, the GS849 and the GD849 tomorrow. See here what is unique is the partial solid copper plug offering 68% pure copper...............which if you know plugs offers a weighty disposition and warmth in relation to regular 4 gram gold plated plugs, or 4 gram Rhodium plated plugs. Remember the Renata is going to be more smooth offering the stage of silver because it has two hand woven cables and 35 cores Liquid nitrogen single crystal silver + 196 cores Furukawa silver copper alloy plated silver. As such so far I would call the Renata just thicker sounding (maybe slightly colored a little).......but going along with the ISN CS02 and Penon T-OCC to offer more thickness in relation to what the OCC849 is trying to do. Here we are hearing more standard vibrance and detail, faster pace and all those things that you look for from a standard silver plated 6N copper cable...........except with the added 68% pure copper plug. I have a feeling that this new OCC849 will hold the legacy since 2018, and bring the classic design with a detailed tone into 2024. More photos of these 4 cables to come in a day.

https://penonaudio.com/Penon-RENATA.html $269.00
https://penonaudio.com/ISN-Audio-T-OCC.html $119.00
https://penonaudio.com/ISN-Audio-CSO2.html $69.90
https://penonaudio.com/Penon-OCC849.html $99.90
 
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May 15, 2024 at 7:27 AM Post #101,216 of 131,435
I'm a sucker for 1DD's so I wanted to ask if some more people jumped on the INTUAURA Splendor II yet?
They popped up on HiFiGo and I tried to find some more info here. Read @Argha's review on them (though they had a different color which HiFiGo doesn't seem to offer) and became interested. Right now I listen to the Himalaya and really dig them a lot.
 
May 15, 2024 at 7:37 AM Post #101,217 of 131,435
Wait, Polaris better than D-fi ?! I just got that in and am testing it and am totally blown away. Wally the best single DD I’ve heard yet… possibly can rival my AirPods Pro 2 in some cases.
The sound seems more complete in the Polaris. It is possible that it has better bass and more developed treble, but I would have to compare after work.

D-Fi has nice timbre.

I like a lot moded Castor Bass too (by @DynamicEars recipte) it's very cheap nowadays, those are with Polaris and Trio are my favorites budget iems
 
May 15, 2024 at 7:42 AM Post #101,218 of 131,435
I'm a sucker for 1DD's so I wanted to ask if some more people jumped on the INTUAURA Splendor II yet?
They popped up on HiFiGo and I tried to find some more info here. Read @Argha's review on them (though they had a different color which HiFiGo doesn't seem to offer) and became interested. Right now I listen to the Himalaya and really dig them a lot.
Himalaya is love ❤️
 
May 15, 2024 at 7:47 AM Post #101,219 of 131,435
The sound seems more complete in the Polaris. It is possible that it has better bass and more developed treble, but I would have to compare after work.

D-Fi has nice timbre.

I like a lot moded Castor Bass too (by @DynamicEars recipte) it's very cheap nowadays, those are with Polaris and Trio are my favorites budget iems
What's the mod for castor and what does it do?
 
May 15, 2024 at 7:57 AM Post #101,220 of 131,435
INTUAURA Splendor II just dropped in the mail to me tonight. You have a choice of 3.5mm or 4.4mm for the same price. And the DSP Dongle that comes with it is 3.5mm or 4.4mm as Z Reviews was using his in 4.4mm Dongle fashion I’m pretty sure?

I will post impressions in this thread when I get it.....they are at Linsoul too. I have noticed different venders have different colors?
I'm a sucker for 1DD's so I wanted to ask if some more people jumped on the INTUAURA Splendor II yet?
They popped up on HiFiGo and I tried to find some more info here. Read @Argha's review on them (though they had a different color which HiFiGo doesn't seem to offer) and became interested. Right now I listen to the Himalaya and really dig them a lot.
The NiceHCK Himalaya is a dream come true! Cheers!
 
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