[andra555]

If you want 7kHz violence try the Hifiman HEX. Absolutely devastating for the Treble sensitive. My ears were ringing after just 1 hr with that

i always had an image of HEX being warm and intimate sounding, that is interesting will definitely give a try when i have chance

just sent pinky review of re-800 to one of my peculiar friend who loves to hear power metal on dunu dn-2000j, i believe he will be delighted

 

[PinkyPowers]

If you want 7kHz violence try the Hifiman HEX. Absolutely devastating for the Treble sensitive. My ears were ringing after just 1 hr with that

Yeah, you really have to keep to acoustic music to enjoy these. Then you can REALLY enjoy them. I actually love them for that.

 

[ezekiel77]

Tried both RE2000 and RE800 at a show today... Didn't like 'em.

 

[seamon]

i always had an image of HEX being warm and intimate sounding, that is interesting will definitely give a try when i have chance

just sent pinky review of re-800 to one of my peculiar friend who loves to hear power metal on dunu dn-2000j, i believe he will be delighted

As a matter of fact, they are warm and somewhat darker Audeze like Treble but they have a nasty 7kHz spike which just goes on to decimate my ears. Also, I have found that some of the older members of headfi don't hear the 7kHz ringing.

 

[subguy812]

Let's see if HiFiMAN ever talks to me again. I'm already trying to convince them I'm the right guy to review the RE2000.

If they don't you will be in the boat I am with Cayin...but again I call 'em like I see(or hear) them. Sorry I won't shill for anyone. For the most part I am very fortunate to review some top of the line stuff that warrants great ratings it comes down to whether it is the signature someone is looking for.

 

[seamon]

Yeah, you really have to keep to acoustic music to enjoy these. Then you can REALLY enjoy them. I actually love them for that.

I think the HEX is a fantastic headphone. Some of the best female vocals. Although I can't risk my hearing just because of that

 

[Kerouac]

From the review
"That said, the RE800 has harsh treble. Truly harsh. It was tuned with reckless abandon, resulting in aggression that’s long crossed the line into violence. These IEM’s want to hurt humans."


10/10 Review of the year. Would buy to torture ears

Yeah...I also went lol when I came to that part.
Excellent review (without the leash on) indeed

believe it or not, for the hot treble head it may be appealing,
at least for me, now im really interested to try re800 , just want to know how bad that 7khz violence is

I'm afraid that I like The White Stripes too much to consider these myself

Btw, when I looked at the RE800 pics, they somehow reminded me (designwise) a bit of the FAD Piano Forte VIII

 

[Wyville]

Btw, when I looked at the RE800 pics, they somehow reminded me (designwise) a bit of the FAD Forte VIII

I so badly want those Piano Forte, but they are a real niche product and I just can't make the compromises at the moment.

 

[flinkenick]

Rank #5:

Unique Melody Maestro V2

 

[andra555]

Rank #5:

Unique Melody Maestro V2

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Uh oh...
Time for some reading
Thank you very much as always nic

 

[Deezel177]

Rank #5:

Unique Melody Maestro V2

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And the Warbler lives to take another place!

Speaking of, the Warbler guys finally replied to my e-mail regarding universal demo units, and they claim development is underway but progressing slowly. Once they're done though, they'll be arranging distribution through retailers and Head-Fi tours as well.

P.S. In my excitement, I forgot to thank @flinkenick for coming back to the shoot-out and giving us more quality reviews. His hard work, regardless of whether or not you necessarily agree with his opinions, is spoiling us all

 

[gearofwar]

as expected..

 

[vulcanprime]

Rank #5:

Unique Melody Maestro V2

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Great review and Nick absolutely nails the sound on these In ear monitors. They are FANTASTIC for classical music and just hits the sound without any color. True neutral monitors.

Also, Hate to be that guy but, check out my ad on the for sale forum for a used Universal Unique Melody Maestro V2 if you are interested in a truly TOTL in ear monitor.

 

[Wyville]

Rank #5:

Unique Melody Maestro V2

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Perfect timing! I had just made myself a lovely cup of coffee and now I can sit down and enjoy reading a review I had been eagerly anticipating! Thanks Nic!

 

[Wyville]

Great review and Nick absolutely nails the sound on these In ear monitors. They are FANTASTIC for classical music and just hits the sound without any color. True neutral monitors.

Also, Hate to be that guy but, check out my ad on the for sale forum for a used Universal Unique Melody Maestro V2 if you are interested in a truly TOTL in ear monitor.

Seen your add and have been kicking myself that I can't! Hope for you they get a new home soon.