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Campfire Audio Ara
Just let an alcohol swab dry out, cut out a square 5mm or so and place it over the nozzle, secure in place with the ear tip. I'm sure there are options on the market that have this built-in but I have no experience with it. You can buy adhesive filters on Aliexpress also.- ryanjsoo
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Campfire Audio Ara
A higher OI impedance (OI will be the same as the impedance of the adapter) results in less bass presence on the Ara. You will be best to pair it with a 1-ohm or sub-1-ohm source. Consider also putting some cloth/swab over the nozzle and you can tone down the high-end by a few dB giving the...- ryanjsoo
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Fathom from Campfire Audio - Official Thread
Exactly, there is no electronic crossover circuit here. The Ara is one of the few IEMs I have tested that benefits from a sub 1-ohm output impedance, even on a 1 ohm source it can sound a bit lean for many. The U6t was a loan unit so I haven't heard it for some years now... At a very basic...- ryanjsoo
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Fathom from Campfire Audio - Official Thread
Hey Andreas, taken from my comments section: As compared to the Ara, the Fathom is warmer and fuller, subjectively a bit more balanced. The Ara is brighter but more tonally transparent as it’s bass tuning is flatter, the Fathom having more warmth and fullness that also colours it’s midrange...- ryanjsoo
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Fathom from Campfire Audio - Official Thread
I'm excited to announce my review of the newly announced Fathom is now live! In essence, the Fathom represents an evolution of the Andromeda formula that feels highly familiar yet changed in a meaningful way that earns the new title. Consider the Fathom a spiritual successor to the Andromeda...- ryanjsoo
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Craft Ears Reviews/Impressions Thread
Hey guys, Has been a while since I've had a chance to visit Head-Fi but I've enjoyed reading the impressions in this thread and it's great to see Jed's creations getting some love :) They're about to get some more as I present my review of the Omnium. We've already had great coverage in...- ryanjsoo
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Eletech Cables Official Impressions & Discussions Thread
Well well well.. What do we have here! I have been radio silent for a while but am back into it with some impressions of Eric's new cable, Sonnet of Adam. First up, we are talking about Eletech here so great build quality and excellent visual design are a given. Eric has really stepped up the...- ryanjsoo
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Reply to review by 'ryanjsoo' on item 'Rosson Audio Design RAD-0 Over-The-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones'
Absolutely gorgeous review, you've outdone yourself again Pawel!- ryanjsoo
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Reply to review by 'ryanjsoo' on item 'Noble Audio Katana'
Thanks! I haven't had a chance to try Cayin's DAPs, unfortunately, sorry I can't be of much help there.- ryanjsoo
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Eletech Cables Official Impressions & Discussions Thread
Now that the cat's out of the bag I can share some snippets from my review alongside some early low-key photos, I hope you enjoy :) Brief impressions - What immediately strikes about the Ode to Laura is its liquid note presentation and smooth yet highly articulate nature. It has an L-shaped...- ryanjsoo
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Eletech Cables Official Impressions & Discussions Thread
Can't speak before the embargo but you'll find out soon ;)- ryanjsoo
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Eletech Cables Official Impressions & Discussions Thread
Lads get ready...- ryanjsoo
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Meze Audio’s newest single-DD IEM - ADVAR
Thanks for sharing! Just wanted to chime that the 8k peak is coupler resonance. I stated this in my review but that wouldn't be clear looking at the graph. The Advar still has a lower treble peak but it's not too bad for my ears. I find dynamic drivers aren't quite as grating vs BA at dB to...- ryanjsoo
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Craft Ears Reviews/Impressions Thread
Fresh out, my review of the Aurum! This is a beautifully executed earphone. Indeed, they lean bright but in the best way possible with copious sparkle and headroom at the very top meaning minimal harshness in the audible range. The Aurum also comes across as an appreciably more refined than...- ryanjsoo
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Eletech Announces "Inferno" Headphone Cable
What a beaut :smiley:- ryanjsoo
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The Watercooler -- Impressions, philosophical discussion and general banter. Index on first page. All welcome.
Only the best to your future endeavours, you will be missed at THL but we'll keep your spot warm. It's said the brightest stars burn shortest, but in this case, it just meant your talents were needed elsewhere. You're intended for great things, it's been a pleasure writing and learning alongside...- ryanjsoo
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Review by 'ryanjsoo' on item 'EarSonics Onyx'
TLDR - Ergonomics and build perform at the highest level and its sound is engaging yet tasteful, retaining overall balance. It is my pleasure to recommend the ONYX for those wanting an engaging midrange IEM. Introduction – Earsonics is a French audio brand that has achieved a solid...- ryanjsoo
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Softears - Discussion & Appreciation
I don't feel I have any more information to add to the narrative that hasn't already been said. But to reinforce my stance, I was not referring directly to @Animagus with a lot of my comments, just clearing up my thoughts so I apologise if that came across as me being difficult. But yes, I can...- ryanjsoo
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Softears - Discussion & Appreciation
Hey man, fan of your reviews and don't mean to contradict you, I think we are actually both in agreeance here as you can see in my comment above: "I match my measurements at 1kHz and the bass also reads higher than the B2 - so when you volume match them in listening, it sounds like the lower...- ryanjsoo
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Softears - Discussion & Appreciation
It's kinda a red herring, because I match my measurements at 1kHz and the bass also reads higher than the B2 - so when you volume match them in listening, it sounds like the lower mids are a bit more sucked out instead. If you are okay with Blessing, the Volume has slightly more prominent vocals...- ryanjsoo
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Softears - Discussion & Appreciation
Thanks for the share! TLDR: Big fan of the Volume, if you don't mind a more reserved bass, I do think it's a more convincing package overall than the famous Blessing 2 at a lower price to boot.- ryanjsoo
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EarSonics Onyx
Just posted up my review of the ONYX. It's been a while since I've tested a model from Earsonics and I was impressed to briefly sum up my thoughts. The sound is very intriguing and reminds me very much of the TOTL IEMs we were seeing a few years back before reference curves became...- ryanjsoo
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Astrotec Impressions and Discussion Thread
Be sure to try them with Acoustune AET07 tips :wink:- ryanjsoo
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Review by 'ryanjsoo' on item 'Sendy Audio Apollo'
TLDR - This is a headphone with superb all-day comfort and an attractive design suitable for lovers of a rich, V-shaped sound with zero midrange intensity. Introduction – Sendy Audio is a sub-brand of Sivga, yet ironically may be better known in the international market. This is for their...- ryanjsoo
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