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[Review] 50 Songs with the Tangzu Wan'er, a beautiful but flawed budget IEM
Hello all, thank you for clicking this review. I purchased these IEMs new from Amazon, and am reviewing these connected through a Qudelix 5k, using Spotify’s ‘Very High Quality’ setting for downloaded files. I have used these primarily at the gym or for long walks, while listening to various...- keanex
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[Review] Beyerdynamic DT 1770 Pro
Thanks to Larry at Beyerdynamic for the review sample Pros: Build quality is phenomenal, comfort is great, bass quantity, instrument separation Cons: Overly bassy sound that dominates despite good instrument separation Sound Signature: Bassy with slight lower mid-range recession and mildly...- keanex
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[Review] Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
Thanks to Larry at Beyerdynamic for the review sample Pros: Build quality, additional pads, straight and coiled cables, bass quantity and quality, clarity, musicality, musical engagement. Cons: Huge hole in a specific region of the upper mids, treble borders on too much, mild recession in the...- keanex
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[Review] Noble Audio Bell - The second budget offering from Noble Audio
Pros - Comfort Cons - Poor price point for the entire package Sound Signature - Boosted mid-bass, some recession in the midrange, balanced treble Sources - iBasso DX80, Pixel XL, Matrix HPA-3U Cost - Undetermined At the Moment Introduction There’s little need to introduce the Noble Audio brand...- keanex
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[Review] Cascadia Audio Talos V2.0, Tastefully V-Shaped, Immensely Musical
Introduction It was over a year ago, maybe two at this point, when /u/mad_economist sent me the first ever v1.0 of the Talos. Minor changes were made, especially to the aesthetics, but I was informed that the sound was locked in. I immediately fell in love and asked him for his PayPal to buy...- keanex
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[Review] Campfire Audio Andromeda, a lovely bass focused IEM
Sources: iBasso DX80 (0.1ohm), Sansa Clip+ w/Rockbox (1ohm), Pixel XL (4.8ohm). Both sources were listened to with and without the Ultimate Ears Buffer Jack. Cost: $1,099 at Campfire Audio Introduction I have spent a lot of time with the Andromeda with a variety of sources, and to be quite...- keanex
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[Review] Mionix NASH 20, a gaming headset that offers decent a lot of energy and good positional audio
Pros: Flip down microphone, imaging, soundstage, lively sound Cons: Hard wired cable, lacking key accessories, primarily plastic construction Signature: Mid-bass/lower midrange forward Style: Circumaural Closed Back Headset Price: ~$100 between Newegg and Amazon Disclaimer The NASH 20 were...- keanex
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Looking for experiences between the Meeaudio Matrix 2 and Matrix 3 Wireless headphones
I did a Google but haven't found anyone comparing the two. Has anyone used both and able/willing to comment on the differences? Also does anyone know if they connect wirelessly to a Playstation 4?- keanex
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[Review] Cascadia Audio Talos - THE best v-shaped headphone under $500
The Good: Price/Quality ratio; Comfort; Bass quality/quantity; Musicality; Imaging. The Bad: Requires a powerful amplifier. Tonal Balance: V-Shaped Style: Circumaural semi-open. Cost: $250 at Cascadia Audio Reviewing Process & Background I knew Mad Economist as a fellow mod on Reddit’s...- keanex
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[Review] iBasso DX80
The Good: Dual micro-SD slots; Ease of navigation; Use as a DAC; Multiple audio output options; EQ and gain options. The Okay: Touch-screen responsiveness is spotty; Some touch functions aren’t intuitive; Overall user experience is just okay; Sound quality; Power output. The Bad: No search...- keanex
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[Review] MeeAudio P1 Pinnacle, A New Flagship IEM!
The Good: Excellent build quality; Excellent accessory bundle; MMCX Removable cables; Treble extension; Midrange resolution. The Okay: Comfort; Bass quality and presence; Treble resolution; Soundstage. The Bad: Sibilance highlighting. Tonal Balance: Warm leaning despite lacking bass...- keanex
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[Review] FiiO K5 w/E17k as a DAC
The Good: Price to quality ratio; K5 allows for docking with FiiO DAPs; Plug and play; aesthetically pleasing; Low output impedance; Three gain settings The Okay: Power output will struggle with some inefficient planars; The Bad: No stated power at 600ohms, but likely not very high based...- keanex
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[Review] Schiit Modi 2 Uber, Magni 2 Uber, and Vali 2
Pros: Both set-ups feature a great price/performance ratio; Small desktop footprint. Cons: Modi 2 Uber button feels loose. Tonal Balance: Magni 2 Uber/Modi 2 Uber - Slightly bright with mild grain; Vali 2/Modi 2 Uber - Warm leaning, refined sound, a bit gooey/slow sounding. Cost at Time of...- keanex
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[Review] AKG K181 DJ UE
Pros: Secure on head; Built in bass boost. Cons: Extreme clamping force; Cheap look and feel; Overall mediocre sound quality. Tonal Balance: Warm with a downwards slope. Style: Closed supra-aural Cost at Time of Review: $76 Reviewing Process I’ve been using the K183 as my primary...- keanex
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[Review] RHA S500i, a tiny IEM at a small price
Pros: Build quality; Strong bass presence. Cons: Driver flex - makes positioning finicky; Sibilant; Scooped out lower midrange. Tonal Balance: V-Shaped (Enhanced bass and upper midrange) Style: Worn down IEM Cost at Time of Review: $40 for non mic, $50 for mic Reviewing Process The...- keanex
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[Review] Feenix Aria - A closed wooden headphone that does much right
Pros: Feels sturdy; Secure clamping force; Removable cables; Relatively balanced sound. Cons: Cramped soundstage; Lackluster sub-bass quality. Tonal Balance: Nearly balanced sound Style: Circumaural Over-Ear Listening Set-Up: Musicbee (FLAC/WASABI) -> Matrix HPA-3u Cost at Time of...- keanex
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[Review] Sony MDR-1R, a beautiful closed headphone
Pros: Gorgeous aesthetics; Lightweight & sturdy build; Removable cable; Midrange texture; Speed. Cons: Cost to price ratio; Fatiguing; Midrange recession; Odd sound signature. Tonal Balance: Forward upper-mids with odd unevenness throughout, slightly v-shaped Style: Closed circumaural...- keanex
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[Review] MeeAudio RX18 - A decent budget IEM
Pros: Price; Color options; Price to quality ratio; Soundstage Depth Cons: Grain throughout; Narrow Soundstage; Cheap build feel Tonal Balance: V-shaped, aggressive lows and upper mids with decently represented mids. Style: Worn Down In-Ear Monitors Cost at Time of Review: $8 Reviewing...- keanex
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[Review] ZMF Blackwood - African Blackwood cups
Pros: Sturdy build quality, customizable sound, imaging quality, control and texture of the midbass, incredibly euphoric and well textured midrange. Cons: Weight, comfort. Tonal Balance: Bass heavy to neutral. Style: Closed Circumaural Listening Set-Up: Musicbee (WASAPI/FLAC) -> Matrix...- keanex
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[Review] RHA T20
Pros: Excellent build quality; great warranty; huge choice of tips; fit. Cons: Recessed mids; sibilance; overly bassy for a general purpose IEM. Tonal Balance: Bass heavy with recessed midrange, treble amount varies. Style: Over-Ear IEM Listening Set-Up: Clip Zlip (FLAC), Musicbee (FLAC)...- keanex
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[Review] Audio Technica R70x
Pros: Sturdy build, secure/light, clean and balanced sound, accurate and wide soundstage. Cons: The pads aren’t very comfortable. Tonal Balance: Slightly warm leaning neutral Style: Open circumaural Cost at Time of Review: $350 Reviewing Process The R70x have been solely listened...- keanex
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[Review] Audio Technica MSR7, a beautiful portable full-sized headphone
Pros: Stylish aesthetics, removable cable, musicality. Cons: Shouty upper mids, rolled off treble, sluggish midbass. Tonal Balance: Mild v-shape Style: Closed circumaural Listening Set-up: Musicbee (WASAPI/FLAC) -> Matrix HPA-3U Cost at Time of Review: $220 Reviewing Process I’ve had...- keanex
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[Review] ZMF x Vibro, a highly modified Fostex T50rp with adjustable tunings
Pros: Comfort, build quality, sub-bass quality, multiple sound tunings. Cons: Shouty upper mids Tonal Balance: Warm to balanced depending on ports. Style: Closed over-ear Listening Set-Up: Musicbee (FLAC) -> Matrix HPA-3U Cost: Starting at $499 Reviewing Process I’ve had the Vibro...- keanex
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[Review] Audio Zenith PM-x2, a modified PM-2 that rivals any TOTL that I've heard
Pros: Build quality and sound quality are top notch, I have no qualms with either. Cons: Cost, non removable pads. Tonal Balanced: Balanced Style: Open circumaural headphones Listening Set-up: Musicbee (FLAC) -> Matrix HPA-3u Cost at Time of Review: $1,400 Reviewing Process I’ve had...- keanex
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[Review] Takstar Pro80 with updated drivers
Pros: Build quality, performance to cost ratio, isolation. Cons: Moderate sibilance and peaky upper mids. Tonal Balance: Moderate v-shaped signature Style: Closed over-ear Listening Set-Up: Musicbee (FLAC) -> Matrix M-Stage HPA-3U Price: $80 on Amazon. Reviewing Process I’ve had the...- keanex
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