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Melodic Artification Alter Ego Discussion and Impression Thread
I think it has better textured bass than Trailli for sure and some of the vocal magic, though Trailli edges out AE slightly in that category. Treble between the two is kind of a wash from memory. Similar res imo too.- Smirk 24
- Post #19
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Gustard DAC-A26 - AK4499EX DAC :: Impressions Thread
Hey guys, I’m looking to get an A26 in a month or two. Anyone use a Quloos QU02 DDC here with theirs by any chance? I’m wondering if this chain requires a I2S pin change on the QU02.- Smirk 24
- Post #1,045
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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Letshuoer Cadenza 12: Impressions and Discussion
I'm now on day #3 with C12. I initially found it too bright but I corrected it with the so-called coffee tips that killed some excess air. Now, it's amazing. It has a beautiful tonal balance, nice note weight and vocal/piano/strings timbre. I prefer it to my Annihilator overall, though the...- Smirk 24
- Post #40
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Elysian Annihilator 2023
...Wan. I do want to add that the treble has a large peak that many people take issue with, including myself. This isn’t a comment on Fei Wan’s treble *quality*, which is good, more about the presence of the perceived peak that many people have complained about. Otherwise, I think Fei Wan’s...- Smirk 24
- Post #858
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Watercooler Tour Thread - (New eligible participants welcome PM me for details.) - See second post for active tours.
Monachaa on its way to @antdroid!- Smirk 24
- Post #1,223
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Elysian Pilgrim
I actually don’t think they’d be as different as you think. I’ve owned and written a review on Supernova, and I have a Noir coming in. I’ll update you once I receive it.- Smirk 24
- Post #413
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Elysian Annihilator 2023
I also own Anni and I purchased, but didn’t receive yet, the Alter Ego. I’ve demoed it though. I agree with @zlayde that Alter Ego lacks the special sauce and engagement that Anni has. I also agree with @Tanalasta when they said Anni is an IEM that grabs peoples’ attention at first listen...- Smirk 24
- Post #845
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The Watercooler -- Impressions, philosophical discussion and general banter. Index on first page. All welcome.
Buying cool stuff and sharing the experiences with great people that I meet along the way :smile: I released a Singularity review btw for anyone interested. On my website: https://smirkreviews.com/2024/05/28/nightjar-singularity-review-rich-bass-lush-timbre/ On HF...- Smirk 24
- Post #90,265
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Review by 'Smirk 24' on item 'Nightjar Acoustics Singularity'
Introduction If you haven't heard of Nightjar Acoustics and the man behind it by now, now's a good time to get to know them. Based in Singapore, Nightjar is arguably one of the best in-ear cable brands at the moment and is behind the cables for the renowned Subtonic STORM. Chang, Nightjar's...- Smirk 24
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iBasso DX180 Got your music? Enjoy the concert! Released and ready to play. Manual download on the 1st page.
Yeah, DX180 looks cuter :grimacing:- Smirk 24
- Post #43
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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Letshuoer Cadenza 12: Impressions and Discussion
I can see why. Superbly tuned and great bass. I know the mirror finish is a bit prone to microscratches and fingerprints but it’s titanium so you know it’s built like a tank.- Smirk 24
- Post #38
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Letshuoer Cadenza 12: Impressions and Discussion
Just picked up a pair of these from an open box deal. Super excited to hear them again!- Smirk 24
- Post #35
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Elysian Pilgrim
Yes, and I’m also trying to find out if there actually was a nozzle change.- Smirk 24
- Post #382
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Elysian Pilgrim
@JordonEA regarding the measurement differences that @MRSallee shared in his video, I heard that the nozzle was changed between the demo and prod unit. Would this account for the measurement differences despite there being no intentional retune?- Smirk 24
- Post #380
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Elysian Pilgrim
Kinda. EA’s measurements have a large 14-15k peak that I haven’t seen in any community 711 coupler measurements.- Smirk 24
- Post #375
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Elysian Pilgrim
@JordonEA Congrats to you and your team on the launch! I’m curious, what coupler was used for these measurements?- Smirk 24
- Post #373
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Effect Audio cables thread
Hey nice impressions! What coupler did you use for your measurements btw?- Smirk 24
- Post #7,981
- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Elysian Pilgrim
These look like Eletech Baroque tips.- Smirk 24
- Post #342
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Watercooler Tour Thread - (New eligible participants welcome PM me for details.) - See second post for active tours.
Monachaa tour unit received from @Noobzilla, thanks! Listening impressions on CMA Eighteen Master using Azla Sedna Shorts: - Nice sub-bass and mid-bass texturing/tactility. Lacks a little mid-bass quantity to offset brightness/fatiguing vocals. - Fairly resolving, and decent dynamics. Decent...- Smirk 24
- Post #1,213
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Elysian Pilgrim
Anyway we can get the Tanchjim Oxygen filter without buying the Tanchjim Oxygen? 😅- Smirk 24
- Post #317
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Elysian Annihilator 2023
Sorry to hear that. Your dealer should be able to contact Elysian and get the cable swapped out to a new one. As someone who’s dealt with a lot of qc issues this past year, I know how devastating it can feel.- Smirk 24
- Post #832
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Elysian Pilgrim
Oh, nice mod. That 5k looks much smoother. Can you share how to do this?- Smirk 24
- Post #312
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Elysian Pilgrim
I heard TermX degrades sound quality? I might consider swapping the stock cable.- Smirk 24
- Post #307
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Elysian Pilgrim
I’m so jealous seeing everyone get their Pilgrims 😭 where is mine?- Smirk 24
- Post #285
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Elysian Pilgrim
The cable swap explains the different impressions, but it doesn’t explain the differences in measurements shown in MRS’s video. The measurement of the production unit does look more down-tilted. I’m not implying there was a stealth re-tune or anything like that. If Jordon says there were no...- Smirk 24
- Post #279
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors