Have you checked the router settings to make sure this particular device is allowed to communicate? Maybe your router's firewall is blocking it?

Are we even sure the price for those models was fair based on their components and technology involved?

Well, I for one haven't bought any IMR stuff since I cancelled my Ace and Zenith II orders. Avalon was my last purchase. Things were bad with the DM/Avalon, and they've only gone progressively worse since, so I made a good decision. Spared myself tons of stress.

If you cast your memory back to the DM/Avalon Tensions, you'll recall that back then the same thing happened. We were a couple of months past the shipping date, and IMR sent out only a few DM sets to people at one point. Then it was silence again for a month until all orders were finally sent.

There aren't. They've only shown a black silhouette of the shells so far, but it looks like the same design as the one above in the photo. It's called the EDA.

No, there are two new earphone models released for the anniversary. One is a hybrid electrostat and the other a single DD, I believe.

I'd like to know, too. I haven't seen any word about those two new models anywhere.

Unless consumer law works very differently in the UK, then IMR's terms and conditions notwithstanding, any such special rules of conduct cannot be less beneficial than regular consumer rights under the law in force. If there is a consumer protection authority in the UK, it might be a good idea...

I've had better experiences with dishonest sellers on AliExpress.

The user who posted those photos was quite suspect, because he disappeared right after that.

This and more fairy stories from IMR can be yours today for just 2999.99€. Pay 1000.00 up front and reserve your special printing. Book to be released in 2025 (expect in 2027).

Told you! :P But I'm glad you've managed to find another unit to grab. Don't let go of it this time or I'll make fun of you.

If there are no issues with battery discharging by itself when the device is off, it looks like a really solid playtime per charge.

To be honest, after the Avalon and Dark Matter debacle, anybody who placed an order with IMR and then got frustrated with the delays and lies only has themselves to blame. The writing on the wall was clear back then. Caveat emptor very much applies when dealing with IMR. However good the...

How's the battery life?

How does it even make sense that an in-stock item when posted takes only 2 days for the tracking number to update, but a special build takes 3 weeks? What's the logic behind that?!

It's dead certain he's reading this thread. We've seen reactions from IMR to what has been discussed multiple times.

You were using the most treble-open filter, so maybe try one that damps the high end? I won't speak to cables, but tips can also alter the sound. Narrow-bore silicon or foam tips could help you to tame excessive treble, too.

I saw what was going to happen around the time Dark Matter and Avalon were eagerly anticipated after 2+ months of delay. It took longer than I anticipated, but it happened exactly as I thought it would.

I wonder if this is these are the final notes in IMR's swan song. The mere fact that they've resorted to flipping Chinese OEM products at ridiculously inflated prices speaks volumes to what their financial situation must be.

Ok, that's some really impressive play time, I must say. Now, provided there is no crazy battery drain even when the device is off, like people have reported with the R8, this may just be a good investment.

This is classic IMR stalling tactic that we've been seeing for the past two years to get you to be patient. It will still be weeks or even months before your earphone is actually assembled and posted. Don't believe anything you receive in e-mails from IMR -- it's just fairy stories. Until a...

I liked the bulky, angular form factor of R8/RS8/R6. This new boutique look isn't for me.

This design choice has me scratching my head. Not only will it pick up dust, but also skin oils whenever you handle it.

The stalling tactics and "next weeks" and dissembling and excuses.