Great review, the A8000 has been getting a lot more ear-time since I acquired a Sony WM1AM2. It's definitely one of the most source picky iems I've owned or demo'd.

your review of the Legend helped me pull the trigger on those, let's see if your voltage impressions will have a similar result 😅

iOS limiting wireless to the aac codec would make me stay away from Bluetooth. in my opinion sza goes better with less colored sources so the hip dac might not be the best. Depending on your budget you could look into the EPZ TP50, iBasso dc04/06pro, or more expensive options like L&P W4 and...

I find that the Fiio BTR7 pairs quite nicely if you're looking for Bluetooth and something not too pricey.

Personally my approach in the hobby doesn't necessarily call for an endgame. My Traillii doesn't live on my desk as a daily driver; I break in out once in a while in order to keep it fresh and my summit tolerance down. In the meantime I rotate through sets I find unique and acquired at more...

Penon's higher end offerings don't seem too widely circulated, possibly due in part to the reluctance of consumers after the the majority of their prior iems were considerably cheaper. imo their offerings punch above their weight, especially when it comes to overall engagement with the music...

that classifieds listing had a very tempting price but there wasn't much about it online/I don't need more iems so I never pulled the trigger. glad it found a new owner :)

final type e, epro ep00, or divinus velvet might be worth a shot

I just picked up the DC-Elite and it's excellent. Haven't been able to remove the Z1R from it but I imagine the Szalayi has some wonderful synergy as well?

Too expensive for the discovery thread and too cheap for the watercooler 😅 Kidding, some Penon releases like Quattro and Serial have been praised across segments

A flawless transaction. The Elite was practically brand new and delivered a day later, thanks again :)

hmmm about the price I expected. the same as the Legend, which seems to be the least discussed Penon release. Although it is a follow-up to the popular Volt and a more enticing (for many) configuration than all-BA. For now I will fight temptation, wait for more reviews and comparisons, and...

Based on the reviews it seems like it'll be a nice contrast to my wm1am2 when I want a more energetic sound presentation. I haven't used anything with a stepped attenuator and was curious if the volume adjustment would be an issue but I guess the bird isn't too sensitive. I primarily use...

has anyone tried out the iBasso DC-Elite with the IER-Z1R and/or Traillii?

anyone listen to the IER-Z1R or Traillii with the elite?

this could spark a good discussion here https://www.head-fi.org/threads/mid-fi-general-chat-for-all-discussions-and-general-chat-a-thread-for-all.972437/

I'm interested because they look like they have a chance of staying put in my ears compared to mx500s and bells

I've been waiting to find those cd's for a reasonable price. along with this

has anyone used the 475 with a Sony wm1am2/wm1zm2? They don't have a line out setting and I don't have the ground pin adapter but after cautiously minimizing the volume and connecting I'm not hearing any noise or interference. I've only used it with batteries. just wondering if there's any risk...

Purchased out of curiosity but I have too many iem's including the Penon Legend, 3.5 cable and accessories untouched. I can swap out to the same 4.4 cable if desired. Local pickup in NYC available

The 1more triple driver has a few small paint chips and one tear in the pads but is in overall good shape. Including a 2.5 balanced cable and Cayin C5 amplifier along with the stock cable and carrying case. Open to local sale in NYC

the maestro se was a nightmare for my ears but the 622b was comfortable and easy to fit. hopefully you can come across a pair to evaluate the fit

that's true, I'm just being greedy. I use a dac/amp with LDAC when the need for convenience and usability trumps the need for the highest fidelity anyway. one reason I'll keep avoiding switching to an iPhone. Early on in the hobby I was resistant to using a dap but as I've acquired better gear...

need sony to step into the ring. I know we're in the minority but I wish they'd put more into the audio and less into the fancy camera features. still contemplating upgrading to an Xperia due to the headphone jack/removable storage but they don't come cheap.

I regret being too impatient to wait and listen to STORM at CJNY, that booth was swarmed every time I passed by. Although it falls into the same tier as things like the new UM releases and Rhapsodio Supreme v3 where I hope I don't love them for my finances' sake