CCA CA16 7BA + 1 DD Hybrid







General Info :

1.Brand : CCCA

2. Model : CA16 7BA + 1DD

3. Earphone type : In Ear Monitor

4. Impedance : 24Ω

5. Plug Type : 3.5mm

6. Cable Length : 1.25m

7. Color Available : Black ONLY with no mic or with mic

8. Detachble Cable : 2 pin Interface 0.75mm

Accessories

1. 3x Pairs of Silicone Ear Tips

2. 1X Single Crystal Cooper Cable

3. Instruction Manual

BUILD & DESIGN

Comes with simple white box with brand name CCA on the front with no model indication and not much effort spent on the design and packaging as well bare minimum accessories which mean no case/pouch or cable tie . Accessories provided 3 sets silicone tips. Not much to complaint with selling price of USD 50 for 16 driver IEM.

CA16 is the classic design of many current offering in the market and personally imho it's boring especially with Black colour only either with mic or no mic. The housing is pretty thick compared to KZ - for those with small ear - beware !

Evaluation of CCA CA16 with the following :-

- Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 phone
- Shanling Mo DAp
- AK Jr DAP
- Cayin N3 DAP
- Fiio E12 Amp

Bass:

CA16 really makes an impression with me considering that I'm a treble head but the low end has good punchy bass texture. Imho sub bass is the scene stealer with good deep impact and never overshadowing mid bass and never over powering or too boomy. Good balance between low mid and sub bass and each blend seamlessly like the perfect house guest that never overstay its welcome..

Mids:

Mids are slightly recessed with bass being the dominant factor which makes the vocal wee bit laid back especially male vocal but less with female . Tested with the song " Fever" version by Peggy Lee and Elvis Presley - definitely vocal sound better with female voice . With more complicated tracks , it really show but still good enough with good imaging,separation and layering to stand toe to toe and doesn't seem out of place.

Treble:

Fear not for those who detest sibblance or fatiguing high as CA16 really does well with good details with enough sparkle to complement without feeling being left out. It can be better but imho it will appeal to wide spectrum of listeners whereby its a relaxed sound signature .

Soundstage:

Decent soundstage but more width with depth & height lacking . Imho this could be improved ( more air and less congested) considering the amount of drivers but overall has decent separation, imaging and positioning.

Conclusion:

Have no regret with purchasing CA16 considering the price paid for 16 drivers and happy with relaxed musical tuning. It actually does well with good balance of clarity and details with my favorite part of this tuning where the bass really shines coming from a treble head like me.

Bought from AK Audio Store from Aliexpress

Pros:

Pricing to performance ratio
Good huge soundstage
Design wise comfortable.
Above average details and imaging
Sub bass done right - good for bass centric genre

Cons:

Artificial tone/timbre for guitar and instruments
Vocal and mids reccessed
Treble wee bit energetic or shrill especially when when not much bass in music
Cable but for the price - it's acceptable


Today I will be reviewing latest budget offering by KBear KS2 (1BA + 1Dynamic) which is priced at USD21 bought from AK Audio Store from Aliexpress .








General Info :

1. Brand : KBear
2. Model : KS2
3. Earphone type : In Ear Monitor
4. Impedance : 16Ω
5. Plug Type : 3.5mm
6. Cable Length : 1.25m
7. Color Available : Black or Green
8. Detachble Cable : 0.78mm 2 pin Interface
9. Driver unit : 1BA+1DD hybrid driver unit

Accessories

1. 3x Pairs of Silicone Ear Tips
2. 1X Single Crystal Cooper Cable

BUILD & DESIGN

Let me just say right off the bat that by saying the packaging is basic and accessories are the bare minimum with IEM -Cable and 3 sizes of silicone tips with no IEM casse or pouch. Its a simple sliding paper box and as for me no complaint knowing that the selling price is less than USD22 where majority of the real cost goes to the making of the KBear KS2 IEM itself which kept the cost low for the purchase price.

As for the design of KS2 - its quite generic to current trend like KZ with good quality plastic resin finishing with decent cable slightly better than similar price KZ offerings. The size and fitting is good imho and also weight wise is light and comfort factor is good.

Evaluation of KS2 with the following :-

- Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 phone
- Shanling Mo DAp
- AK Jr DAP
- Cayin N3 DAP
- Fiio E12 Amp


Bass:

Bass has good punch and decay with sub bass taking center stage and to me tuned just right without being overtly boomy. I'm not a bass head but rather a treble head and loves clarity and details. The overall bass is surprisingly tastefully tuned and does not bleed into the midrange or vocal and also complement with the slightly energetic treble . The only suggestion that I would recommend is that to swap the eartips to foam type and it sound better whereby the bass sounds fuller and tame the shrillness in the high.

Mids:

Vocals is clear but a wee bit recessed which makes the singer sounds distant . The end result makes the vocal sound little bit airy or thin but clarity is good. Overall the presentation is acceptable with huge soundstage and imaging.

Treble:

Treble head like me loves me some good high and it does not disappoint me and has some good energy/sounds lively. It has good amount of details and clarity but on certain instrument like guitars and horn instruments are not what I'm used to . The timbre or tone of these especially in the lower treble comes with shrillness and the instrument sounds bit sharp or thin especially guitar.

Conclusion

Seeing its a entry budget level and for the price of USD22 - its a good offering for people wanting to try start out in the Chi Fi crowded market and used it as starting point to this amazing world of IEM . Its a good everyday beater to put into the backpack and coupled with its wide soundstage and V shaped sound signature - it would be a good IEM for EDM or bass centric music and imho it would be a good IEM for movies or surfing down the rabbit hole of YouTube

Chi-Fi have come a long way since few years back and now comes a new player into the market brand called CVJ. The website for CVJ brand - http://cvj-hifi.com/ The model in spotlight today is CVJ CSN 12 Units Hybrid ( 5 BA + 1 DD ) . Its their flagship model according to their website and its price at slightly above USD 50.



General Info :

1.Brand : CVJ

2. Model : CSN 5BA + 1DD

3. Earphone type : In Ear Monitor

4. Impedance : 22Ω

5. Plug Type : 3.5mm

6. Cable Length : 1.25m

7. Color Available : Midnight Black or Dark Blue

8. Detachble Cable : 2 pin Interface

9. Driver unit : 5BA+1DD hybrid driver unit (Super-sized 10mm Diaphragm + Customised BA )

Accessories

1. 3x Pairs of Silicone Ear Tips

2. 1X Single Crystal Cooper Cable

3. Velvet Storage Bag

4. Velcro Cable Tie

5. Instruction Manual (must read LOL)







BUILD & DESIGN

CVJ CSN comes in a glossy brownish hard paper box which is kinda cool looking with the specifications listed back of the box but the silver fonts is really small which is hard to read imho with the reflections. Accessories as listed above and pretty standard fare for In Ear Monitor.

The shape of the IEM is really comfortable with no sharp or rough edges and according to their specifications made of aluminium and magnesium synthetic metal. Two colour are available which are Blue and Black - I bought the Blue variant and it has a purple tint to the blue. Long session with this CVJ CSN is a blessing with no comfort issue or its just my ear shape that is suited to it!

The cable supplied with the CVJ CSN is single crystal cooper cable with ear loop with 2 pin connector. The cable is soft and nice but its a Miss Curl cause its easily tangle reason being of the ear loop and soft texture of the whole cable.

Initial Testing

First listen with phone Xiaomi MI MIx 2 was impressive with good clarity and separation. Bass was a bit thin sounding right out of the box with stock ear tip but overall it’s the kind of sound signature that I prefer. Depth perception of CSN is freaking impressive with more than average wide soundstage. Overall its a very good sounding IEM whereby each musical instrument is clearly defined and positional wise is spot on! Tested with Soul Bossa Nova - Quincy Jones and Master of Puppets - Mettallica - I kid you not! Try it out! Also vocal aspect is a delight where they are in line with the instrumentation and does not come across overwhelmed and its a star on its own. Its quite a close impression of Havi B3 Pro 1 but only lose out on wider soundstage but the clarity, details retrieval, depth is amazing and easier to drive which Havi is a hard nut to drive for those who know what I’m talking about.

The next few days further testing and running them in with no critical listening - just enjoying them with my phone.

Sound Signature with Shanling M0 DAP with high gain

Its not that I am hard core proponent of burning in but in this case highly recommended - the bass is more impactful and the initial splashy treble has mellow out a bit and according to the gibberish instruction manual with term like Shu Jin and martial arts burn in (LOL) - recommended to burn-in. Details retrieval is excellent with a tinge of forward midrange well executed.

Dedicated DAP player makes a difference compared to my smart phone which is not a good audio indicator but nowadays you can’t go on dailty life without it ! Right ?

Tested with Shanling M0 after few days of burning - the improvement was much more coherent sounding overall presentation where the Bass is much fuller with better impact and definition but not overbearing. I really like how the bass turn out ! Also its more balanced sounding between the bass midrange and treble and as I have mentioned above - vocal is a delight. It really feels like watching a live band with the positional spot on !

Further tested with a Fiio E12 strap on to the mighty Shanling M0 player really bring out another dimension to what this CVJ CSN can do - power bring even better control overall musicality.

Suggestions

- Burn In recommended

- Change to a better cable - tested with a 8 core pure silver cable = must do !

- Ear tip swap - different sound can be achieved - more bass or treble oriented

- Sound better with high gain with DAP or even better with amplifier


Conclusion

I’m amazed with CVJ CSN because of its versatility in term of sound with cable change, ear tip change and how much improvement with an amplifier really makes this IEM shines brightly.

5 Stars rating based on price paid and the performance level and technical ability. Impressed is the WORD!

Bought from Aliexpress Store

General Information

It's been a long time since my last review and today will be reviewing Kinera YH623 TWS IEM. Bought this YH623 TWS IEM because most of my bluetooth IEM have gone to audio heaven for reason such as dead battery and wiring problem !

What better way to head straight on to Bluetooth connectivity without the hassle of cable restricting movement and the latest fad of TWS IEM . Also partly because of my new initiative to get fit again by getting KInera YH623 which I have tested while exercising and its such a boon to use it without the hassle of getting wire snag or adjusting the earpiece. Its amazing how technology has progressed from the first Walkman in 1979 to smartphone that does everything especially with the addition of TWS IEM.

Here are some info of KInera YH623 :-

BT Chip: Qualcomm QCC3020

Bluetooth Version: 5.0 + EDR / BLE

Bluetooth Protocol: HSP/HFP/A2DP/AVRCP/SPP/DI/AVCTP

Noise Reduction Method: CVC8.0 NC

Earphone Charging Time: approximately 1h

Battery Case Charging Time: DC5V – approximately 1.5h

Standby Time: approximately 300 hours

Earphone Battery Capacity: 50 mAh

Charging Case Battery Capacity: 400 mAh

Effective Distance: more than 10 meters

Driver Unit Type: Single 6mm Dynamic

Sensitivity: 110dB

Impedance: 16 ohms

Freq. Response Range: 20-20khz

Accessories

USB-A – USB-C charging cable

3x Pairs of Silicone Ear Tips

Instruction Manual





So much for picture and let's move on with some aspect KINERA YH623 :-

BUILD & DESIGN

The packaging comes with hexagon box with all the specifications features listed on the front of the box.Accessories wise as listed above are standard fare as most TWS manufacturer will supplied - not much to complaint about.

The charging case is compact friendly and will easily fit into any pocket which has battery rating of 400mAh which will recharge the IEM for 3 cycle of roughly 5 hr of usage each cycle. Personally I'm very happy with the battery capacity and the ease of the automatic charging when the IEM is put back into the charging case every time. The only downside is there is no indicator as to the battery life on the charging case. Also the only way to ensure that the IEM is charging is to open the case to see the LED indicator on the outer face of YH623 is red while green means IEM fully charged. Its time to charge the charging box when the IEM is not charging - simple!

Design-wise tick my preference as it fits perfectly and also no adjustment needed once inserted . The metallic blue color or purplish is also very eye catching imo as compared to the pink option. Honestly I really like the finishing and shape of YH623. Its made of some sort plastic resin and there is a LED indicator on the front of plate to show whether the IEM pairing mode function is on.

The YH623 also has the ability to auto-pair with your phone as soon as they are taken out from the charging box. Touch control is located front face plate and need some getting used to its function as its touch sensitive which have led to many instances of accidentally stop playback or activated Google VoiceAssistant on my Android phone. Bluetooth connectivity is also a breeze and will automatically connect once initial pairing done the first time.

Sound Signature (based on Xioami MI MIx 2) - 2 stars rating

The sound design team of YH623 is clearly run by a BASSHEAD ! Quality audiophile aficionado need to look elsewhere for detailed sound or clarity. Its definitely throwback to my younger days affinity for exciting thumping music. Designed specifically for one who loves bass very much and those who can't take detailed high or those prefer warmish tone where the BASS is NUMERO UNO! In short bass is full of gusto and quite boomy for my taste.

Make no mistake this YH623 has power in term of energetic bass rumble and hit hards to the core of the soul where the vocal comes second in term of presentation. The soundstage is quite average where the positioning and placement of instrument is not precise.

The mid and vocal is recessive and personally I feel this IEM will cater specific music genre especially EDM or House music lovers. Treble detail and extension also play second fiddle to the overall musicality of the sound because the master of the house is Lord BASS .

Sound Signature ( based on dedicate DAP player Cayin N3 & Shanling M0) - 3,5 star

Initial impression was KInera YH623 was too bassy for my preference but after further testing with dedicated DAP player like Cayin N3 & Shanling M0, sound-wise has taken a turn for better.

The bass rumble decreased significantly and also the mid tonality also sound more in line with bass as compared with pairing with YH623 with my smartphone.

Treble also improved where the extension and details sound more coherent and forward whereby making it sound more airy vs my smartphone pairing.

FYI - also using the smallest IEM tips which I don’t normally use because in normal circumstances will use the largest size but the size of the stem for YH623 is really short and the shape of the IEM is a perfect fit and with no adjustment needed.

Conclusion

Bass centric TWS IEM and music genre specific! Though its not my prefer sound signature but I always say to myself - " just gotta find right hat for my head and not the other way around where the hat don't fit the head "

The sound signature is totally different when tested with the phone but the jump of sound quality is so much better with dedicated DAP player! It went from mistress to wife material ! LOL

My 2 cent suggestion is if you are a basshead - then its the right TWS IEM for you ! If you want something more balanced then further testing with other music player and ear tip will change the sound signature which imo - big change in sound!

Bought from AK Audio Store at Aliexpress .

Brainwavz Intro

ABOUT US
Brainwavz provides high-end earphones specifically designed for high-quality sound and tailor-made to provide the user with a solution that can be used across a wide range of audio genres and styles at affordable prices. Brainwavz believes in the idea that sound is a deeply personal experience, and strives to provide users with earphones that match their personal inclinations, to inspire with intensity. The Brainwavz name is known in many countries across the globe, and the company is continually committed to providing the best products at the best value.

At Brainwavz we have a simple mission, to produce innovative, high quality audio products with a dedicated focus on high-end sound. Our strength, success and product range is built on the unique relationship with our customers. A relationship that has produced a simple and obvious result, we give real users real sound quality.

BRAINWAVZ brand is owned and manufactured by GPGS.

FYI - taken from Brainwavz company webpage http://www.brainwavzaudio.com/

GET THEM HERE - Brainwavz or Amazon for USD89.50

Thank you very much to Brainwavz and Pandora for providing me with Brainwavz M100 for review.
 
 
From Brainwavz website Brainwavz M100 description 
 
The Brainwavz M100 Earphones have been delicately crafted from aircraft grade metal, contained within are hand crafted drivers constructed of high purity copper voice coil and a feather light diaphragm, which combine to create the M100's high fidelity audio. The wide soundstage, well defined bass and clarity make the M100 suitable for most genres of music.
 
The M100 come with a universal 3 button remote and microphone that will work on Apple iPhones and most Android phones.
 

Features:

1. Tuned for clear sound with well-defined bass.
2. Special crafted drivers, with high purity copper and feather light diaphragm.
3. Made with aircraft grade metal.
4. 3 Button microphone & remote, compatible with iPhone & Android.

Multi-Function 3 Button Microphone & Remote:

1. Supports Apple iOS & Android Products
2. Phone Call Control
3. Audio Player Control
4. Volume Control
5. Supports TRRS Connector

Specifications:

1. Drivers : Dynamic, 8 mm
2. Rated Impedance : 32 Ω
3. Frequency Range : 12 Hz ~ 22 kHz
4. Sensitivity : 110 dB @ 1 mW
5. Plug : 3.5 mm, Gold-Plated
6. Cable : Braided 1.3 m OFC Copper
7. Remote & Mic: 3 Button, Apple & most Android phones compatible

Included Accessories:

1. Earphone Hard case
2. 6 sets of Silicone Ear Tips (S M L)
3. 1 set of Comply Foam Tips T-400
4. 1 Shirt Clip
5. Velcro Cable Tie
6. Instruction Manual & Warranty Card (24 month warranty)

Compatibility for 3.5 mm Jack:

iPods, iPhones, iPads, MP3 Players, Computer & Laptops & Other Audio Devices
   
 
     
     
     
Packaging
Brainwavz M100 was sent to me without retail box packaging and its a review unit with all the included accessories as in retail version. Brainwavz is always excellent in term of accessories especially the excellent hard case coupled with their selection of tips, comply foam , cable tie and shirt clip which is better than some pricier IEM.
Built Quality
 
- Design of the IEM shell is quite generic looking imho but fitting is excellent for me
- Black metal with Brainwavz logo with L and R white indicator which is always welcome in my book.
- Cable is an improvement imho compared to earlier Brainwavz models and the twisted and rubber coated 
- Chin slider above the Y splitter  ( however its pretty hard to slide then up ..lol )
- Three button remote control for Android and Apple devices 
Overall the build quality is excellent and very sturdy imho which is expected as always from Brainwavz products.
 
Sources:
Fiio X5
Fiio E12
Sound
Did burnt in as suggested by Brainwavz for 150 hrs and imho not much changes. 
Bass
M100 is very bass oriented and boomy imho. The sub bass is too dominant for my taste and really dig real deep which in turn bleeds into the mid range. The over powering bass frequency does muffled the overall of this IEM and concur with the few reviews of this particular IEM as stated by @HiFiChris as "playing behind a very thick blanket". Test track used by Bruce Hornsby & The Range - The Way It Is and Mandolin Rain where the glorious piano tinkling sound very boomy and overbearing with the sub bass racing through the whole track with vocal sounding muffled and singing through a towel . 
Mid
First off the midrange is very much influenced by the bass and sub bass bleeding very much especially vocal and sounding very thick and makes it sound very slow . Test track with Norah Jones " Don't Know Why" and the double bass is very much in your face where the vocal sounding very strained where this track is more of her ethereal voice but not so in this case. The separation and clarity is clouded by the boom of the track.
Treble
Treble is polite and good for those who wants IEM with no sibblance and sharp peaks. Micro details are very faint and reccessed imho and stays in the background which makes the treble playing very minor role in the tuning . 
Soundstage
Average in term of height and depth and also not much separation/air mainly clouded by the bass bleed and rather veiled.
 
Conclusion:
This M100 is a "love it or hate it" kinda IEM and will appeal to those who are into bass/no high peaks or sibblance and loves this kind of signature. Unfortunately for me it is not my kind of sound signature and too dark for my liking. The asking price is wee bit high as what is available in the market nowadays with the influx of other Chinese brands flooding the market and even much cheaper offering by Brainwavz like M3 or Jive is better value for money in term of sound preference and value for money.
 
 

ABOUT US
Brainwavz provides high-end earphones specifically designed for high-quality sound and tailor-made to provide the user with a solution that can be used across a wide range of audio genres and styles at affordable prices. Brainwavz believes in the idea that sound is a deeply personal experience, and strives to provide users with earphones that match their personal inclinations, to inspire with intensity. The Brainwavz name is known in many countries across the globe, and the company is continually committed to providing the best products at the best value.

At Brainwavz we have a simple mission, to produce innovative, high quality audio products with a dedicated focus on high-end sound. Our strength, success and product range is built on the unique relationship with our customers. A relationship that has produced a simple and obvious result, we give real users real sound quality.
 
BRAINWAVZ brand is owned and manufactured by GPGS. - taken from Brainwavz company webpage http://www.brainwavzaudio.com
 
GET THEM HERE - Brainwavz Krudul Duo 
 
Thank you very much to Brainwavz and Pandora for providing me with Brainwavz Krudul Duo for review.
 
 
Today we will be will looking at Brainwavz latest offering for IEM Storage Solution with their newest Krudul Duo -Earphone Management System which consist of two earphone hanger. Totally made of quality material from die-cast aluminium and no fuss installation via 3M strong double sided acrylic foam taping which in previous few reviews have stated that is the most delicate process of selecting the right location for attaching cause its pretty hard to tear off if you decided to change the location later.
 
Packaging
 
I have always been very impressed for the packaging effort by Brainwavz with regards to their meticulous design and accessories for their products, always simple and well designed and looks more expensive than their retail price.
 
                                             
 
 

Krudul-Monitor:

Krudul Monitor, affixes behind a monitor, or vertical back surface area, allowing users to hang their earphones by their workstation, keeping your space clean and tidy and your earphones safe and secure.
                                            
 
                                           
 
                                                                                                     
 
Very practical for those with PC with monitor and as for me still looking how best to utilise this Krudul Monitor as I'm currently using a laptop and might not be so suitable with th die-cast aluminium sticking out but I can see the more plus with the intended usage . Pics from Brainwavz website ..lol
 
 
 
 
 
Krudul-Vertical:
 
Krudul Vertical, can be affixed to most vertical surfaces, allowing safe and secure earphone storage. Use the Krudul Vertical around the house or even in your car to store your earphones efficiently and conveniently.
 
                                            
 
 
                                             
 
 
                                                                        
 
                                                                           
 
 Installation instruction :
 
No Drilling or hammering - PLUS Points
 
                                                
 
 
 

1. Location ..location ..location - find a good spot to stick the Krudul Duo  - 3 steps process Search ...Think ....Decision

    
 
 

1. Mark/Measure  the spot outline with pencil and make sure the its the right spot ....removal is not an option

                                                                                                

 
 

1. Press the Krudul Duo in pencil drawn outline and applied some pressure and count 1 to 100 or more .......tell the wifey you are busy if one so wishes !

 

 

 
Repeat the installation process again for Krudul Duo consist of two earphone hanger and just to avoid to do some meaningful work like mowing the lawn or take out the thrash - you can tell the wifey or GF that you are busy !
 
Conclusion

Excellent products.
No more messy clutter on desk.
Easy to install - see instructions above
Value for money.
 

Thank you for reading and also Brainwavz have other excellent products for Headphone Storage solution . Check out my other Brainwavz Headphone Reviews here Brainwavz Hooka and Brainwavz Truss

Brainwavz Intro

ABOUT US
Brainwavz provides high-end earphones specifically designed for high-quality sound and tailor-made to provide the user with a solution that can be used across a wide range of audio genres and styles at affordable prices. Brainwavz believes in the idea that sound is a deeply personal experience, and strives to provide users with earphones that match their personal inclinations, to inspire with intensity. The Brainwavz name is known in many countries across the globe, and the company is continually committed to providing the best products at the best value.

At Brainwavz we have a simple mission, to produce innovative, high quality audio products with a dedicated focus on high-end sound. Our strength, success and product range is built on the unique relationship with our customers. A relationship that has produced a simple and obvious result, we give real users real sound quality.
 
BRAINWAVZ brand is owned and manufactured by GPGS. - taken from Brainwavz company webpage http://www.brainwavzaudio.com
 
GET THEM HERE - Brainwavz 
 
Thank you very much to Brainwavz and Pandora for providing me with Brainwavz S5 for review.
 
Packaging
 
          
 

Here is the specifications copied from Brainwavz webpage for Brainwavz S5

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1. Supports Apple iOS Products
2. Phone Call Control
3. Audio Player Control
4. Volume Control
5. MEMS (Micro-Electrical-Mechanical System)

Note: 3 button remote & microphone function designed to be used on Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod. If used on other non iOS products the volume buttons may not work and other remote functionality may vary.

Specifications:

1. Transducers/Drivers: Dynamic, 10 mm
2. Drivers: Dynamic, 10 mm
3. Rated Impedance: 16 Ω
4. Frequency Range: 18 Hz ~ 24 kHz
5. Sensitivity: 110 dB at 1 mW
6. Rated Input Power: 20 mW
7. Cable: 1.3 m Y-Cord, Copper
8. Plug: 3.5 mm, Gold Plated

Included Accessories:

1. Earphone Hardcase
2. 6 sets of Silicone Ear Tips (S M L)
3. 1 set of Comply™ Foam Tips T-400   
4. 1 Shirt Clip
5. 1 set of Silicone Bi-Flange Eartips
6. 1 set of Silicone Tri-Flange Eartips
7. Velcro Cable Tie
8. Instruction Manual
9. Warranty Card (24 month warranty)

Compatibility for 3.5 mm Jack:

iPods, iPhones, iPads, MP3 Players, Computer & Laptops & Other Audio Devices
     
 
      
 
Design / Build:

BW S5 housings are made with complete metal housing with shiny polish finish with small vent on each side and flat cable design with strong Y split. With Brainwavz products, accessories are always in abundance and with a solid carry case. The jack connector is straight  which veer from its traditional 45 degree jack connector.
 
S5 is designed to be worn over ear but I personally don't find it comfortable or difficulty staying secured because of its wide flat cable - I personally wear it down and the fit is just awesome. Also there is no chin slider which I find reduces the microphonic especially when wearing down - just being nit picking.
 
In-line remote control made of matte black rubber which consist of three soft rubber buttons which imho are quite large but suitable for those without manual dexterity of using delicate and small buttons like me ..lol
 
Overall the built quality of BW S5 is rock solid as always from Brainwavz.
 
 
 
 
       
 
 
       
 
 
Sound
 
Will be using my Fiio M3 and Samsung SII using large stock grey tips  and they are easy to drive.
 
The sound signature is rather fun, engaging and good bass impact with some sibblance especially with some EDM tracks. 
 
 
Bass:
 
Solid impact and certainly not to the level of basshead but present in suitable amount and sound delicious with good control especially with EDM or Hip Hop tracks. The bass do seem wee bit slow imho but do not bleed into the midrange and gives a good body and texture to the bass. Mid bass is emphasised and sub bass rumble is sufficient to not overshadow the rest of the frequency.
 
 
Mids:
 

The mids is my favourite part of S5 with its clear and intimate and imho quite a natural timbre especially on female vocals especially tracks from Everything But A Girl - Driving . The vocal is especially upfront giving the feeling she is singing to you and acoustic guitars sound so sweet and yet warm with slight emphasis on the upper mid range. The details is also decently potrayed over the bass impact so as to present a pretty balanced between bass mid and treble .
 
Treble:
 
The treble could be an issue to some as imho I find them bit wee metallic sounding and grainy where the sparkle is evident on songs and seem to forward. The lower treble could be remedy by eq or rolling tip and you are good to go . The extension is decent and could be better for some tracks but overall its not a problem if you are the type who listen at low volume but on high volume . the treble comes off too harsh for my ears. Comply tips are good for S5 inho as its greatly reduces the harshness but bear in mind its still there but really tame down the aggressiveness of the high.
 
 
Soundstage:
 
Soundstage is decent with good separation,imaging and intimate in head. Its not gonna wow you with wide soundstage but stereo imaging with details is fun to listen with and for the price ..its an excellent choice with the price and built quality to boot.
 
 
Conclusion
 
Its a competent sub USD100 IEM and fun to listen.
Easy to drive with portable device and not power hungry.
Soild all rounder with excellent built quality . 
 
Thank you for reading.

Ausdom Intro

ABOUT US
 
WHO WE ARE    
 

Focusing on product development and innovation, AUSDOM designs products with best customer experience so that each user can enjoy life with simple and smart technology. For each product, our designers and engineers will carefully study the user's habits, and use their creativity and experience to provide the consumers with convenient, efficient and valuable products. Every AUSDOM product is made with care, every detail counts to impress our customers. Giving our customers the perfect experience has always been AUSDOM’s goal. The recognition of our customers and their suggestions are our driving force.

AUSDOM is a team dedicated to design. They are not afraid to follow their dream. We advocate for innovation and Internet culture, we adhere to international perspective. We share the convenience of the Internet. We facilitate our customers’ life by bringing intelligent and convenient products in their life.

We are consumer-centric. We establish a system with ecosystem values: focus, equality, freedom, openness, sharing and win-win. We hope that we can all grow, progress and have fun in work and in life.

FYI - taken from Ausdom company website


GET THEM HERE - Amazon

Thank you very much to Ausdom and Grace Heng for providing me with Ausdom ANC7 for review.
 
 
Packaging
 
The Ausdom ANC7 comes in compact cream cardboard box and inside the 2^nd cardboard box is the well designed rigid case with a flat design and black carbon motif. Inside the case are as follow :-
 
- ANC7 Bluettooth HP with ANC feature

1. Charging cable
2. 3.5mm to 3.5mm male cable jack
3. Ausdom ANC7 manual
4. Ausdom Green Card for Extra 1 Year Warranty

 
To start, the Ausdom ANC7 comes very well packaged in a box within a box. Get to the 2nd box and you will find the headset ensconced in a very well made rigid protective case with black carbon fibre motif for the headset and its charging cable.
 
 Here is the specifications copied from Ausdom ANC7 website :
 
 
    
      
 
 
Features
 

1. Active Noise Cancelling (On/Off Switch on the left side of the cup)
2. Battery run out - not a problem - 3.5 to 3.5mm male to male cable is provided - can function as normal cable Headphone (3.5mm female input on the left side of the cup)
3. Bluetooth  (On/Off Switch and all the control functions listed below also on the left side of the cup)
4. Pairing is easy
5. Volume Control
6. Play & Pause
7. Next & Previous Song
8. Voice Dialing
9. Answering & Ending Phone Calls
10. Rejecting Phone Calls 
11. Last Number Redialing

 
Design & Built Quality
 

1. Design and finishing is excellent -especially love the black carbon fibre motif with tinge of red trim makes the headphone look very stylish
2. The hard shelled flat design case is great for travel n storage
3. Headphone is very light and so comfortable to wear and no discomfort whatsoever and its the really first headphone that I can wear for hours at end
4. the ear pad and headband cushion under is well padded and soft
5. the headphone steel band mechanism is easy to adjust and look solid.
6. no clamping force out of the box and rest comfortably - BIG PLUS IN MY BOOK

 
There’s also a built in microphone with all the controls listed in the features section for convenience. The battery lasts up to 18 hours (120 hours standby time) and charging is done via a standard micro USB cable that is included via the left side of the cup . Also the ear cup can be swivels to lay flat and case is in point is why the protective case is flat and really good for travelling.
 
  
Top pic :Left Side
Bottom pic :Right Side                                                                                                                           
 
Connectivity
 

1. Will be using my Samsung SII phone with V4A installed.
2. Pairing was a easy
3. good strong connection ( 10m operation max distance )
    

Pictures
 

 

 

 
 

 
Sound
 
Bluetooth On
 
The bass is nicely done imho for my listening preference and it is not overpowering and dig quite deep but detailed and punchy. But it will not meet expectation of lover of heavy bass and those who required thumping sensation in their sound but did noticed some distortion for some heavy bass song from me collection old skool hip hop song and certain EDM tracks.
 
Personally like the vocal and mid presentation in ANC7 and to me they are quite forward which how me like my sound preference. They sound good on my prefer genre which is mainly blues and some old skool Nina Simone glorious piano tinkling and her vocal sound rich and sweet honey to me ears...
 

 
Treble quality is decent with enough detail and clarity with some nice sparkle enough to satisfy the treble head in me  -YMMV. Did pass it to a friend for a try and he said its quite bright and did not like it at all .....can't blame him cuz his prefer weapon of choice is Beats ....LOL.
 
Overall I find ANC7 with Bluetooth mode very enjoyable that I will regularly use as it offer the sound signature that is pleasing with well balanced sound with the right amount of bass that is not show stopper and really sound quite musical without sounding dry.  All in all very relaxed and good for long listening session.
 
Active Noise Cancelling On
 
When i first turn on the ANC feature - it gives me the sensation of being in a cave without the echo or feedback but when I tried them in a supermarket where its a noisy environment ......it makes me appreciate the noise cancelling function ! 
 
But when its on - the mid become veiled and sounds distant but the bass monster do come out to play. The bass has more thump and sub bass rumble is in spades and very nicely done without sounding muddy or bloated. Though me am not a fan of this sound signature , its a trade off from the noise or loud distraction from enjoying music , did a test with a friend talking very loudly in front of me (about a feet away from me) and it works very well and can imho cut off about 80% of the ding from the outside world and can only hear slight hum and can never really figure out what he was talking about unless one try very hard to read lips - which is me next lesson in my Shaolin training after current lesson on invisibility is completed...LOL
 
Must Buy Factor
 
 

1. Comfort factor is A+  and it doesn't matter how good the headphone sound if its not comfortable. 
2. One headphone do it all - bluetooth, ANC and cable when the batterry run out.
3. Good bluetooth connection
4. Quality sound signature
5. Value for money for buyer who are looking for exceptionally versatile usage and most of all - NOT A HOARDER

 
and still say " I HAVE NO HEADPHONE TO WEAR" 
 

1. WHY NOT ! - if you are a hoarder !

 
Conclusion
 
 
ANC7 is one multi purpose headphone I will have no reservation to recommend to friends who are interested in getting a new headphone.
 
Cool design with black carbon fibre with touch of red .
 
Excellent travel case
 
Thank you for reading.
 

Brainwavz Intro
 
ABOUT 
 
Brainwavz provides high-end earphones specifically designed for high-quality sound and tailor-made to provide the user with a solution that can be used across a wide range of audio genres and styles at affordable prices. Brainwavz believes in the idea that sound is a deeply personal experience, and strives to provide users with earphones that match their personal inclinations, to inspire with intensity. The Brainwavz name is known in many countries across the globe, and the company is continually committed to providing the best products at the best value.
At Brainwavz we have a simple mission, to produce innovative, high quality audio products with a dedicated focus on high-end sound. Our strength, success and product range is built on the unique relationship with our customers. A relationship that has produced a simple and obvious result, we give real users real sound quality.
BRAINWAVZ brand is owned and manufactured by GPGS. - taken from Brainwavz company webpage http://www.brainwavzaudio.com
 
GET THEM HERE - Brainwavz or Amazon
 
Thank you very much to Brainwavz and Pandora for providing me with Hooka headphone hanger for review.
 
Packaging

The Hooka (mmmmm....the name ..tried Wiki but best not mentioned ) comes in very compact plastic packaging on the front displaying the Hooka with its see through packaging while the back display the simple application instruction and its strong built via two pictures. 
 

 

 

 

 
 
Built Quality, Design & Functionality
 
As in my previous review posted 3 weeks ago - Brainwavz Truss ( Under Desk Dual Headphone Hanger) - Wokei's Brainwavz Truss Review  - copy and pasted that review !
 
Material is all ALL METAL and the built quality is numero uno with every details meticulously made with masterclass workmanship. Sleek looking and extremely durable.
 
In fact the design of Hooka is much improved design compared to BW Hengja ( also another Brainwavz HP hanger ) as Hooka has incorporated  raised hook at the end to prevent headphone from falling.
 

Brainwavz Hengja - Hengja from Old Norse word " to hang" 
 

 

 

 
IMHO ...much improved design from Hengja with the raised hook but would much prefer the clamp design of the Brainwavz Hengja as over time - the 3M stick tape might lose grip and messy residue .
Also if the clamp design is used for Hooka .....it could be easily removed and move to other location without much effort ....trying very hard not to laugh and fighting against my will to add some in innuendo ....muahahahaaaaaaaaaa !
 
 Installation instruction :
 

1. Location ..location ..location - find a good spot to stick the Hooka 

 

 

1. Mark the spot outline with pencil and make sure the its the right spot ....removal is not an option

 
 

 

1. Press the Hooka in pencil drawn outline and applied some pressure and count 1 to 4  or more .......fill in the blanks if one so wishes !

 

 
 
Conclusion

Excellent products.
No more messy clutter on desk.
Easy to install - see instructions above
Value for money.
What a name for HP Hanger !

Thank you for reading.

Brainwavz Intro

ABOUT US
Brainwavz provides high-end earphones specifically designed for high-quality sound and tailor-made to provide the user with a solution that can be used across a wide range of audio genres and styles at affordable prices. Brainwavz believes in the idea that sound is a deeply personal experience, and strives to provide users with earphones that match their personal inclinations, to inspire with intensity. The Brainwavz name is known in many countries across the globe, and the company is continually committed to providing the best products at the best value.

At Brainwavz we have a simple mission, to produce innovative, high quality audio products with a dedicated focus on high-end sound. Our strength, success and product range is built on the unique relationship with our customers. A relationship that has produced a simple and obvious result, we give real users real sound quality.

BRAINWAVZ brand is owned and manufactured by GPGS.

FYI - taken from Brainwavz company webpagehttp://www.brainwavzaudio.com/

GET THEM HERE - Brainwavz or Amazon

Thank you very much to Brainwavz and Pandora for providing me with Brainwavz BLU-200 for review.
 
 
Packaging
 

 
 
 
 
The BLU-200 comes in very compact white cardboard box with picture of the bluetooth earphone and the inline controls while the back of the box specifying the contents of what is included :-
 

1. BLU-200 Bluetooth Earphones
2. Earphone Hard Case 
3. Ear Hooks
4. Velcro Cable Tie
5. Micro USB Charging Cable
6. 3 Sets Silicone Ear Tips (S M L)
7. 1 Set Comply Foam Tips S-400
8. Instruction Manual and 24 month Warranty Card 

 

 

 
 
Features
 

1. Pairing is easy and two devices can be paired at one time
2. Volume Control
3. Play & Pause
4. Next & Previous Song
5. Voice Dialing
6. Answering & Ending Phone Calls
7. Rejecting Phone Calls 
8. Last Number Redialling

 
Here is the specifications copied from Brainwavz webpage for BLU-200
 

Specifications:

1. Transducers/Drivers: Dynamic, 9.2mm
2. Rated Impedance: 16ohms Closed Dynamic
3. Sensitivity: 96dB at 1mW
4. Frequency range: 20 ~ 20000Hz
5. Bluetooth 4.0 (CSRBC8645) with aptX
6. Operation max distance: 30ft (10m)
7. Battery: 60mAh - 4hrs playtime, 100hrs standby, 2hrs for full charge (Micro USB charging)
8. CVC echo and noise cancellation
9. Supports voice prompt for MMI: Power on / Paring / Connecting / Battery low / Power off
10. Supports HFP, HSP and A2DP
11. Supports pairing with two devices at the same time
12. 3 button remote, works with Apple iOS products, Android & Windows phones & PC

Design & Built Quality
 

1. Straight barrel design and IMHO wee too big (it's HUGE)
2. Fitting & Comfort might be a problem for some as BLU-200 are huge and its like sticking a bottle cork into your ear canal 
3. Built quality is excellent and short flat cable with inline control mic
4. Strain relief that can be adjusted and stays very secured - no messy long cable and tangling issue
5. Comfort wise will depend on getting the right ear tip and my fit issues solution is with included Earhook FIN

  
Connectivity
 

1. Will be using my Samsung SII phone with V4A installed.
2. Pairing was a breeze and good strong connection ( 30 ft operation max distance and slightly more im my case)
3. Background hiss as mentioned by other reviewer is non-existent for me ...maybe some phones YMMV 

 
 
Pictures
 
 
 
 
 
It has been a very enlightening and life changing experience since using BLU-200 for these simple reasons below :-
 

1. decided to make full use of very functional bluetooth BLU-200 and start exercising again but made playlist of me favourite songs to provide stimulus for me workout but sad to say - it never went pass the 5th song and took me few days to recover from the body ache ....LOL                                          

1. at a very young age auditioned for the school choir and was told to never attempt to sing at all but perseverance paid off when me managed to join the church choir but was told to just move me mouth and pretend to sing and always put at the back row. Lesson for the day ..NEVER GIVE UP...AWKWARD....ROCK ON 

 
 
 

1. was driving one day with BLU-200 on and was singing loudly to the song " Sex on Fire - King of Leon" and at the traffic light stop - this old lady say to me " Happy huh? " . Music is such a powerful force and who cares if you are not the best singer but it makes you feel that you are on top of the world . Start from 1.28 into the video and this is how me feel ..LOL

 

 
 
 
Sound
 
FYI - BLU-200 is not for critical listening and imho tuned for active lifestyle usage like working out or doing chores with no wires restricting movement .
 
Bass
 
The bass is impactful, smack of power (imho basshead level) and should be right at home for its intended purpose especially going to the gym with punchy deep bass genre of songs. It work very well for me during my failed attempt at working out but the bass is not the tightest and wee bit slow on fast complicated tracks. Warm/bassy and sub bass can be overpowering and bleed into the mid which affect the mid especially the vocal and clarity.
 
Mid
 
Recessed due to thumping bass and sub bass bleeding into the mid and could do with more forward sonic quality especially the vocal part. Music just feel bit withdrawn and distance but me supposed its's too V shaped for me taste.
 
Treble
 
Treble quality is just enough to make it bearable for me but lack sparkle and shine -YMMV. Would be very good to those who are sensitive to high and no sibilance at all. All in all very relaxed and good for long listening session.
 
Redeeming Factor
 

1. Respond well to EQ - in my case V4A in my Samsung SII - sounding excellent when used with chosen Listening Device (Grado SR80)
2. Good bluetooth connection
3. Relaxed sound signature
4. Value for money 
5. WHY NOT !

 
Conclusion
 
It never warm up to me with its stock sound signature and finding the right ear tip took me a few good days but at the end if the day ---would highly recommend this BLU-200 for those looking for affordable bluetooth IEM. EQ is a must and with V4A on my phone has transformed it into my go-to daily IEM which can be used for music and calls purposes with really decent sound quality to boost. My only criticism is the housing barrel is wee too big and future Brainwavz bluetooth IEM would make the housing more ear friendly. 
 
Thank you for reading.

Brainwavz Intro

ABOUT US
Brainwavz provides high-end earphones specifically designed for high-quality sound and tailor-made to provide the user with a solution that can be used across a wide range of audio genres and styles at affordable prices. Brainwavz believes in the idea that sound is a deeply personal experience, and strives to provide users with earphones that match their personal inclinations, to inspire with intensity. The Brainwavz name is known in many countries across the globe, and the company is continually committed to providing the best products at the best value.

At Brainwavz we have a simple mission, to produce innovative, high quality audio products with a dedicated focus on high-end sound. Our strength, success and product range is built on the unique relationship with our customers. A relationship that has produced a simple and obvious result, we give real users real sound quality.

BRAINWAVZ brand is owned and manufactured by GPGS.

FYI - taken from Brainwavz company webpage http://www.brainwavzaudio.com/

GET THEM HERE - Brainwavz or MP4Nation

Thank you very much to Brainwavz and Pandora for providing me with Truss dual headphone hanger for review


Interesting Fact about the name Truss

Truss derives from the Old French word trousse, from around 1200, which means "collection of things bound together".The term truss has often been used to describe any assembly of members such as a cruck frame or couple of rafters but often means the engineering sense of "A truss is a single plane framework of individual structural member connected at their ends of forms a series of triangle to span a large distance."

IMHO - suitable name for a headphone hanger and not a made up name - source from Wikipedia Truss

Packaging

The Truss comes in very compact plastic packaging showcasing the item very well. Tastefully done and look more expensive than the price it is selling for.



Built Quality, Design & Functionality

Material is all ALL METAL and the built quality is numero uno with every details meticulously made with masterclass workmanship. Sleek looking and extremely durable.





Word of warning - please install them as soon as you get them as this could be classified as a weapon if ever you and the other half or partner get into a tiff ..LOL...especially when you spend too much time on headfi or buy too many Headphone or IEM !


Installation is easy and very suitable for those who need space saving feature under the table/desk and holds TWO headphone - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. No screw or drilling required and the 3M VHB pad provided will do the trick.

Installation instruction :

1) Find any under table or desk surface



2) Clean the surface and make sure the placement is correct before peeling the protective layer of the 3M tape. The tape is thick and look like it will last and will take some effort to peel them off. Best to use a pencil to draw the outline of the tape before sticking.



3) Press the Truss in pencil drawn outline and applied some pressure and count 1 to 4 or to 100 if you really have nothing to do and want to kill time - take your hand off and its done.





Conclusion

Excellent products.
No more messy clutter on desk.
Two headphone hanger - space saving .
Easy to install - see instructions above
Value for money.

Thank you for reading.

TTPOD T1E Review
 
Background
 
Be using me Fiio X3 for this review ......fosho' this purple jet pack is one sexy lookin' IEM .....housing is big but could be a problem for some with the fitting ....can be worn down or over the ears though me prefer down ....me always do ..ahem ......HUGE they are but its actually quite comfy for me and insertion is shallow and good for long listening session.....guaranteed to make you break out and do some nasty move fosho' ....me sure did ....muahahahahahahahahaaa 
 
Right out of the gate .....me gotta say ...its a must have for those who already owned Havi ...as it will compliment on your iem signature collection ....with Havi being more technical vs T1E fun factor without sacrificing too much on detail and clarity ....damm good buy for under USD50 or less.
 
Sound
 
Dual dynamic driver is excellent on these babies .....awesome bass performance ...the show stopper and main attraction .....quality bass texture  but not overblown with good attack , impact is very engaging with good speed, aggressive and in your face presentation while the sub bass is imho tonally right with incredible extension that don't bleed into mid ...." MUSICAL " and "FUN". Put it this way ......if you have Havi ..this is the type of girl you bring home to meet the parents ....type your parents will approve
 
 
BUT with T1E .....its the kind of girl you wanna bring to the club and partaaaaaaaaaaaay .....and you know you gonna have a good time 
 
 
The  mid is lush and forward ...giving it a very smooth, warm and very musical sound .....with good details......damm the electric guitar sounds good with BITE ....together with the sweet bass ...its a knock out punch combination 
 
 
Treble is clear though not extended as me would like ......but they do shimmer n sizzle with the right dose standing head to head with the bass and the mid ....not overly bright ....very smooth and more forgiving when the music gets busy ....very ideal in the whole sound signature ....." SIZZLE" ...they do
 
 
 
 
Sound-stage is above average with depth and width ..isolation is good imho .....have to get the right seal and fit ...details are also good considering the bass is the scene stealer here ...
 
Conclusion ....if you are not a bass head but do enjoy "thump" in your sound or you be bass head but do enjoy some detail,clarity and good lush mid ....its a good iem to get with copious amount of good fun quality bass that me think will satisfy many ...without limiting your choice of music genre by getting a bass head iem or neutralish iem...
 
Hope you enjoy the review ...here are some image that most aptly describes T1E in me head ..." FUN"  ....not for children !
 
 
Some actual pics of me Purple T1E ....and not just those pics above are for illustration purpose only ..haha
 

 

 

 

Havi B3 Pro 1 - Pictorial Review 
 
Let me start by saying that ......the purchase of B3Pro1 has been long time coming ever since introduced by bhazard in the Chinese thread early last year (2013) and later its own Havi thread by Baycode. Recognition and respect to both guys for introducing Havi B3Pro1 to the headfi community.
 
When it was introduced at that time ...me still resisted buying for the simple fact ....that this B3Pro1 need an amp to shine ....at that point of time ...only had my 3 years old Blackberry phone and no amp so no buy B3Pro1.......
 
Been searching for an amp ever since ....last year June(Topping NX1) June(Little Bear B-2) and August(SMSL SAP-5s) ....with all that in place ..had to get ...must get with LMUE discount ....hell yeah about 51$ USD ....the wait and patience paid off.
 
For those following this thread ....please start from page one of this excellent thread started by Baycode ( http://www.head-fi.org/t/711582/havi-b3-pro-1-impressions-thread ) ....kudos to you man ....must read his review .....lots of details .......burn in time with detailed changes in sound .....in depth with excellent pictures and also autospy pic on how to dissect B3Pro1 ......LOL ......also other well written reviews by much more experienced headfi members. 
 
For the price ...its a steal .....its a deal .....its a IEm that will achieved cult status someday ....me prediction .......for those still on the sideline ....give it a try ......if you appreciate audiophile sound with budget pricing .....you will know this baby oozes plenty of "YES" factor .
 
Me review will not be as detailed or meticulous of some of very learned headfiers have done for B3Pro1 but more of a pictorial review for the simpleton in me ...easy and fun .....not gonna touch of the packaging and the thousands of accessories that comes with Havi ...please refer to their previous reviews with excellent pictures. 
 
Soundstage
 
Width and depth are the best me ever heard ....especially for a drum track used to test bass ....me can actually hear the drum beat travelling from the left to right with the precision of a heart surgeon .......LOL ......tooooo much ....I know .....but me don't care
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3D imaging
 
The imaging of B3Pro1 is so 3D like which hard to explain ...you gotta have one in your ears to really get a feel ....maybe this will help visually....LOL 
 
 
 
 
 
Clarity
 
Imho ...me feel they are good but ....TBH.....of cuz they are better one out there in the market but as a total package ....its a winner. 
 
 
 
 
Details and Separation
 
Me don't own high end gears as most me stuffs circa around 50$ and most of them are less than....damm even me Topping NX1 is cheaper than B3PRo1........but its THE BEST of me IEM among my gears and could even better than some much higher price IEM me have demo or heard from friends ..with the exception of cuz there are better one out there. YMMV
 
 
 
 
Instrument and Vocal Placement
 
The amazing thing with B3Pro1 ......you can actually locate precisely where the instrument and vocal are coming from ......its so surreal as if you can see the band in your head and where each band members are at what position.
 
 
 
 
Warning ...AMPING EFFECT
 
Without Amp
 
Sound is lifeless with weak source player and without amp .....without soul .....Count Dracula without fang .... Batman with no Robin ....Green Hornet without Kato to save his ass ......Kim Kardashian without the ass!
 
 
With Amp
 
B3Pro1 is like giving a kid a bag of sugar and see them run wild .....kickin' and screamin' ......everything just comes forward and so alive .....it actually entices you to really pay attention to listen to the song and that moment doesn't go away. This does look good huh ...LOL
 
 
Thanks for reading ...FYI ..this review was written last August 2014 and to show my LOVE for Havi B3Pro1..........Wokei style! 
 
 
 

Packaging & Accessories
 
The R3’s box packaging comes with clear plastic window that showcase the IEM and its cable. Kudos to Brainwavz for the generous accessories where you will find :-
- 1 x Comply T500 tips
- 6 Single-flange silicone tips (3 pairs gray & black)
- 1 x Single pair of bi-flange & Triple-flange tips
- 1 x ¼ inch adapter
- 1 x Hard Zip-Case(excellent and imho ...one of the best case)
- 1-year warranty card
 
Build & Design
 
The Brainwavz R3 VII is a dual dynamic barrel shaped with each driver from each end shooting into the 90 degree angle nozzle that is situated in the center of the barrel. Imho this has to be one of the funkiest design for an IEM. The material used are aliminium and very light weight considering the size of these baby.The design of this IEM are meant to be over ear design but for me ....rather wear them down because the cable can't seem to stay secure for me ..ymmv. The cables are exceptionally "super thick" from the Y-split down to 3.5mm 45 degree jack cable with good strain relief.
The cable from the Y-split up comes with cable cinch is slightly thinner but imho still thick and retain some memory kink though the quality is good .... my question is why the THICK cable ?
The design of R3 is by far one most funkiest design in the market ....dare to be different and somehow the design do work in term of sound for me.
 
Comfort & Fit
 
Fit issue could be a problem for some users as the barrel are huge as well as the nozzle tip and over-ear design. Initially could not get a good fit and keep falling out until some tip rolling and finally settled with JVC Spiral Dots. The cable cinch is good as they keep the microphonic noise to a minimum level but the downfall is the thick and heavy cable is quite troublesome for on the go use ...also tried many times over the ear but the cable does not seem to want to stay put because of the sheer size n weight . But the worst part is the cable that is simply too thick and heavy for an IEM. Personally they are more suitable for home use ...ymmv.         
 
Sound
 
Equipment Used --- Fiio X5 and FLAC and high bit-rate MP3 files. The R3’s were also burned-in over 100hrs before review.
 
Bass
Very controlled, accurate and not over powering. The low fequency has fairly good extension with sub bass with the right amount of rumble to match with the overall sound. Also liking very much the texture and not too thin or thick sounding.
Guess what I'm saying ...bass is not bloated though for fast paced music ..prat(bit slow) might not be its strong quality but the word "smooth" does come to mind ....laid back but still punchy and musical to match the overall sound of R3. Basshead need not apply here.
 
Mids
The shining star of R3 imho .....slightly mid forward but "smooth" and  really good for long listening session. The words that comes to mind are creamy and lush especially the vocal ie. not "in your face" and not fatiguing though the details retrieval and clarity do lack a bit.
 
Treble
Highs extends decently and very polite with right amount of crispness that will really appeal to people who are sensitive to sibbilant or sharp peaky treble. Overall the presentation is "smooth" with decent clarity and retrieval which goes well with even the most aggresive music or recording. Though for my taste ..the clarity could be better which to me makes the treble sounds a bit dull and lack the sparkle in overall sound.
    
 
Summary

Very easy to like .....balanced sound across the spectrum ....the bass, mid and treble don't stand out or over shadow but the cohesion of it all ......very smooth sound which will appeal to someone that is looking for all rounder IEM for variety of music genre. No pictures are in this review cuz for the life of me ....no skills in that department and previous review have ample photos to showcase this milk bottle.
FYI....these R3 are bought and not given as free sample in exchange for my honest review.