Unfortunately, I can't compare as I have not had a BA4. They are a huge jump up from my HY3 however, which were previously my favourite IEM. I would certainly expect them to be a step upgrade from the BA4, but how big that step will be, I am not qualified to judge. You should talk to Phil...

  Yes, these are the more analytical version of the CE6E. I was slightly concerned that they wouldn't have enough bass for some of the EDM stuff I listen to, but conversations with Phil about this occurred and he felt that the 6P would be bassy enough for me, based on previous feedback I had...

OK folks, I think I am one of the first to get these :-)   Here's my CE6P in a custom design, being a 'Stealth' look. Based on the angles you see on stealth fighters and finished in a translucent matt black finish.   I've only received them today, so haven't had a chance to give them a...

  Indeed they are. My reshelled TF10's were the prototype for this design. Photos do not do the Steampunk/junk designs justice. When you see them in the flesh you are going to be really pleased. As you say, it's intricate, time consuming work and I think looks great when it's done. It's...

  I believe that is the way that Rockbox approach the issue and it works very well. Even my little Rockboxed Sansa Clip, can handle as many tracks as you throw at it.

How many of you are going to be buying a CE6E/P after the good review? 

  That album is so well recorded and mastered (for a modern day recording that is, we are not talking 'Dark Side Of The Moon' well mastered), it would sound good on a Heinz beans tin to be fair    It sounds really, really good in FLAC from the right source DAP/DAC and with the GR07. 

  I don't know what people are doing with them. The BaX is fine. Are people just stuffing them in their pockets or something?

  That\s exactly what I do. Cinch up to the shells and coil round three fingers and then tuck the end around the coiled loop. When using again, untuck the end and just let the coil drop out under the weight of the shells.

It's the BaX I have for both the 2 pin and the MMCX cables. Neither of them tangle any more than any other cable I have. If you coil them properly before storing them, they uncoil just as easily and I don't find they tangle in use.

  It's actually a little better than that, when you dissect the content of the review, even though the overall result is a tie.   Cosmic Ears wins on Bass Cosmic Ears wins on Mids Cosmic Ears is 1 point short of winning the Trebles   Most revealing comment of all, is that the reviewer...

Great review and I like your style AManAnd88Keys :-)

  Just to follow up on this, I received the MMCX variant from Colsan Micro last week for my UE900. They have transformed the wearability of the UE900 and brought the same comfort and benefits as the 2 pin version did that I got from Cosmic Ears.   One thing to note is that the Cosmic Ears...

  I don't hear a difference either dude. Which is a good thing in my opinion.

I will be buying the CE6E, but it might be in the CE6P flavour, depending on discussions with Phil. I will of course post some impressions back here in due course, but as I don't know yet, when the order queue will be opening, or where I will be in it, I have no idea how long that will be 

For the benefit of all the CE fans here, the review of the CE6E is out. Details can be found here.....   http://www.headfonia.com/6-driver-shootout-cosmic-ears-vs-1964ears/

Anyone know of a UK supplier of the E12 DIY? or even a European supplier would be OK.   Thanks.

  There's pro's and cons to both. I love the X5 with my Cosmic Ears HY3 when I am on the move, it's detailed, musical, and has great soundstage and separation - all the things you would look for.   On the other hand, if I am in the house and listening to the X5, I often have my B&W P5's...

  I agree with you disagreeing :-)

  I entirely disagree with that. If your source is rubbish then it doesn't matter what you plug into it.   You can't always equate more expensive as better either, I have some cheap IEM's that outdo some more expensive ones that I have, and similarly with DAP's, where I have some inexpensive...

  Very nice :-)   I know Phil likes to experiment and it's always a joy to see what he comes up with. I couldn't identify the wood being used, so I was curious as to what it was and it gives a sophisticated look to the CIEM. Nice one.

 What are the faceplates on those made of?

Cosmic Ears don't supply the Linum cable with the MMCX connector, but they very kindly put me in touch with the UK distributor who is happy to deal directly with end customers as well as retailers/resellers.   Their pricing for the MMCX variant from the distributor is as follows:   MMCX –...

I've just taken delivery of a 2 Pin Linum cable from Cosmic Ears, today.   First impressions:   1. The pictures and descriptions really do not adequately express just how thin this cable is. 2. It is extremely comfortable. The minute you put it round your ears, you forget it is there. 3...

  I have the X3 too, and tonally they are different beasts. The X3 is warm and smooth, typical of its Wolfson DAC and the X5 has much improved clarity and soundstage over the X3 and much more balanced sound.   Don't get me wrong, I love the X3 and think it is excellent value for money...