I still use mine as a portable rig from time to time. The sound shaping controls are a definite plus with this device as well as the ohm selector. It’s been perfect for my iem’s. I acquired one of the “IEM Modified” versions. I love it!

Sign me up please! Phoenix, Arizona.

I’ve never heard nor handled the 2020’s but I would imagine they are about 2020 sized based on pics. Yeah I’ve had my OG Solaris’s a little over a year now. They were the last “A-Stock” pair on the CFA Marketplace last year. I had to get them after years of serious consideration. I’ve been...

Hopefully this helps a little with size approximation.

You’re most welcome and Thank You! I’ve enjoyed each CFA example I’ve been lucky enough to acquire as they are each special in their own way.

As I’m putting in more time into the Blacks Star I am finding they are a good value in terms of comparison being released at $1k. Solaris SE (MSRP $1,899.00) - The Solaris SE sounds more solid in the sub-bass. The mids sound a little more wet. And the treble has a little more air up top. The...

The Black Star is an absolute winner! It encapsulates the treble with a touch of sweetness in the uppermost registers. It has a commanding presence in both attack and precision in the bass and sub-bass while not presenting any bloat. The mid-bass doesn’t encroach into the lower mids allowing...

I just opted for regular shipping. I got lucky with the mail route probably?! Hahaha There is definitely a collector mentality with the CFA Limited Editions. Since the Black Star is an “Extra Special- Limited Release” it piqued my curiosity and FOMO. Haha I’m hoping the Blk Star is “W”ish too...

I pulled the trigger on the Black Star! I missed the delivery today so hopefully I can pick it up tomorrow. I can’t wait! I’m really excited for this one. I just received the Solaris SE this past weekend and I’m completely aware of how lucky am to be able to have the two side by side soon. I...

Black Star is indeed intriguing. It seems as though this will be their version of neutral/balanced tuning, which I am endlessly seeking in this audio journey. A similar description was used when the Ara was introduced too. So this may be an updated or hybrid version of the intended Ara sound...

I had a huge interest in the Solaris models too. I had to pull the trigger on the OG Solaris last year during the CA Market Black Friday Sale. I loved them so much that I had to go for the Solaris SE this year. I cant wait to hear them side by side!

I’m interested in learning what brand those eartips are too! Very cool looking and I like how they are so flush with the Ara’s nozzle.

Thank you! I definitely am enjoying it. Grado’s have always been a sound I go back to over and over again.