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"An obscuring of the light from one celestial body by the passage of another between it and the observer or between it and its source of illumination"
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Melodic Artification 'Eclipse' - Dual Dynamic Driver ($1,390)
Introduction & Caveats
The Eclipse sort of came out of nowhere, at least in the western world - making it's appearance without warning one day on Musicteck, and being a DD lover, they instantly had my attention - especially as they are a dual DD, and made from titanium - how could I resist?!
As always, I like to note that I am not a professional reviewer - this is my hobby, and I enjoy trying out various sets and sharing my thoughts. I often get a discount in exchange, but it in no way influences the content of my review - I choose the sets I am keen to try, and this typically means I've done a fair bit of research before pulling the trigger, getting a good sense as to whether it will be a set I will likely enjoy - and for the most part, this has been the case... hence my positive ratings. Some last longer than others, there are only so many I can afford or have the time to hold on to, and part of the enjoyment for me is testing various sets and determining how they compare to my existing collection.
I would like to thank @MusicTeck as always for the opportunity and their industry-leading customer service - an absolute pleasure to deal with.
The Eclipse retails for $1,390 and is available from MusicTeck HERE
Who are Melodic Artification (MA), and why the heck are they called that?
This is going to be a relatively short segment of the review, because I've absolutely no idea of either. However, anecdotally, they are a relatively niche brand based in China, and have had great success with Eclipse in that region. There are two things that gave me some confidence to make this purchase in the absence of existing brand awareness: First of all, I trust what Musicteck choose to stock, and secondly, a collaboration with a brand like Liquid Links has to lend some credence to the offering... it does for me anyway.
Specifications
I know this is a quick process, we are always eager to get our hands on the new toy - I've mentioned in previous reviews though that I really enjoy the unboxing, it often sets the scene for the overall experience for me. I have to say I was a bit underwhelmed with Eclipse. There's nothing 'wrong' with it as such, but nor is there any wow factor, or a feeling of opening up what is a pretty expensive set. In addition, the accessories serve their purpose, but are somewhat sparse versus others in this price category, or indeed a lot less. In addition, the case is shipped separately - I was surprised when my Eclipse arrived to find no case in the box, so I reached out to Musicteck and discovered the case actually ships in a separate box, which was missed in my shipment but of course quickly rectified.
Anyway, with that bit of a moan out of the way, let's proceed to the unboxing, and you can tell me in the comments if I was being a bit of a grump
An outer segment of the box slides off to reveal the IEMs nestled in a sort of foam panel -
Underneath, we see the cable and a box which contains the tips and protective mesh for the IEMs - which I must say is excellent.
All of the bits and pieces that are in the box, notably excluding the case as mentioned previously.
The case - which is very practical, and allows storage of Eclipse with plenty of room - something I find is not always the case (pardon the pun)... it has a sort of rubbery texture to the exterior, and a soft cloth interior. It certainly provides good protection for your investment, and the pouch is very easy to pop the IEMs in to ensure you don't damage the shells when not in use.
Cable -
Having already experienced two sets (Softears Turii Ti and Elysian X) that comes supplied with a Liquid Links cable, I was immediately intrigued / sold when I saw Eclipse also came with a stock LL cable (4.4mm / 2-pin). They are a beautiful looking, and wonderfully built cable - fantastic attention to detail from top to tail, and the pictures don't really do justice. The cable has reasonable weight and thickness, but zero microphonics. It could be used out and about, but for me it would be borderline - I prefer very light, and very slim cables for my out-and-about needs... for reference, Xelento 2 and it's wonderfully thin/light cable have set a new bar for my portable needs. I wouldn't be surprised if a cable like this sold for in the region of $300 separately.
Tips -
There are three different tips supplied - two of which are 3rd party, and I suspect the third is also, but not specified... this 3rd option is the only one that I could get a somewhat decent fit, but ultimately I moved to various tips in my armoury.
First up here is the 'Diamond Earfit' by Simphonio - not one I've heard of before. Interestingly, there is a sticker on the rear of this box with 'recommended' on it, so presumably MA feel it's best suited. There is what I assume is a medium and large, and no small - they are on the smaller size though, and unfortunately didn't work for my fussy ears at all.
Next up is the Softears 'UC' tips - this time you do get small, medium, and large. Again for me however, none of them provided a good seal in my ears - this didn't come as a surprise though having tried them with both Softears Twilight and Turii Ti.
And last but not least, a set of tips with no brand. They do look familiar, I'm pretty sure I've seen them or something very similar on my IEM travels - feel free to mention in the comments if you think you know the brand...
Design and Fit
First of all, I have to say I think the shells look and feel fantastic - I'm a big fan of metal shells, and especially made from titanium as is the case here. They have a nice weight to them, but not too heavy when in my ears. They are very easy to position once you've found the right tip, and are comfortable for long sessions. Isolation is pretty good, but not fantastic - I guess this depends also on what tips you use. I've needed to use larger tips in my collection, and found I a renewed appreciation recently for Xel
Listening Impressions
The Eclipse have had a lot of play over the last four weeks or so - paired with the Shanling H7, LPGT, and most recently the iBasso 320X with the stock amp11mk2. They aren't that fussy in terms of source, and sound fantastic with whatever I've paired with.
In summary, there is excellent clarity across the FR, all instruments sound wonderfully clear, distinct, accurate and with plenty of space - it’s very easy to pinpoint each component on stage. I have found Eclipse performs wonderfully with most genres, but it is a bit fussy in terms of the quality of the recording - older material with lower quality comes off very flat and lifeless... in contrast, recent and especially higher quality files sound absolutely wonderful.
Bass -
While the lower frequencies are boosted, they in no way intrude on the mids - there is excellent distinction and this is clearly due to two dynamic drivers at work. The mid bass has brilliantly authoritative delivery with solid impact and an obvious sense of air. Sub bass digs deep, and very visceral in execution. Be it kick drums, double bass, synths, or lower registers of strings, piano etc, I’ve not been left wanting. Throw something bass heavy at Eclipse and they’ll gladly display their tuning capabilities - tracks with any bass emphasis sound stunning
Mids -
Mids have an organic, natural, effortless presentation with excellent body and fantastic timbre - any instrument to my ears has sounded beautifully lifelike, and I’ve tested numerous genres at this stage. I find both female vocals excellent, but some male vocals can be a touch thin, I'd like a bit more weight. The drivers can cope perfectly with any faster tracks with competing instruments on stage, everything has plenty of space and easy to zoom in on specific segments, I've not experienced any congestion even with the most complex tracks I've thrown at Eclipse.I have a huge love for modern classical which typically entails strings, piano, etc and often incorporates electronic instruments and field recordings - Eclipse is a perfect set for this genre, and has me delving into my library for my favourites, I absolutely adore how piano and strings sound.
Treble -
Treble is very well executed, I would say a touch below 'sparkle' but it still has a nice zing. Percussive elements such as snares, hi-hats etc have again a lifelike presence and are well positioned in a wide stereo field. The upper registers of strings can soar to beautiful heights, and never become shrill or harsh - again, even with the most busy passages or musical climatic moments that involve multiple instruments.
Technical -
The soundstage I feel has opened up as I’ve become more accustomed to the tuning. It has very good width, and reasonable depth and height - the lower frequencies do inject a bit of a sense of intimacy at times, adding in my opinion to a great sense of engagement and cohesion. It might be reasonable to describe as a sideward diamond if that makes sense - the wider portion extends out somewhat beyond my ears, and the narrow within the confines of my head. The sub bass gives a very nice sensation of creating a separate sub-woofer like experience, and this adds to the sense of stage. It's not the most resolving set I've heard, I feel it goes more towards an overall musical delivery - that is not to say there isn't good detail retrieval for example, it's absolutely there but takes a bit of a step back to the overall engaging nature of the set.
Test Tracks
J Majik - Point of No Return (Drum & Bass)
I'll cut straight to the chase here with some D&B - always a great test of an IEM's capability to handle complexity, sub bass, and the potential for harsh uppers. Good news D&B boppers... Eclipse kicks like a mule when it comes to this genre.
I'm trying to avoid allowing my excitement come through, but hey - as I've said, I'm not a professional, as a hobbyist I can be as emotional as I like! - with that in mind, the sub bass is utterly phenomenal in this track, and Eclipse steps up to the mark, and raises the bar - you've got this big deep, far reaching bass that rumbles right through your head, but at the same time not overpowering - it strikes a beautiful balance of quantity and quality, and never intrudes elsewhere... again, those of you who've heard a separate sub-woofer in say a 5.1 channel setup (I know they've moved on from that, but that's where mine still resides), this is the sort of action we've got going on. Up top, no bother handling the frenetic snares, fast pace, perfectly executed and an overall excellent experience for this genre.
London Grammar - Wasting My Younger Years (Female vocals, indie, rock)
Vocals are centred, and I would say pretty much right in the middle of my head - good body, and reach upper heights without sibilance. Kick drums are also centrally rendered, with cymbals, hi-hats pushing out left and right in a wonderful stereo field. Guitars, keyboards are layered very well into the mix, and everything is presented in a cohesive and highly engaging manner.
Nas - Life's a Bitch (Hip Hop)
Hip hop of course needs good sub extension, and it will come as no surprise at this point that Eclipse is perfectly suited in that regard. The sub bass in this track doesn't dig as deep as the 'Point of No Return' track first posted, but again there is a wonderful visceral delivery. The vocals step back a bit, I'm not sure if this is due to my FLAC recording but I feel they should be a more in-line, and with a touch more depth - as noted previously, male vocals can come off a bit thin.
Kuba - Send me Love (psy-chill / dub / reggae)
I'm a bit of a broken record now at this stage, but yet again - that bass! This is of course another genre that benefits from deep sub extension, and boy does it deliver here. Interestingly, the male vocals in this case sound spot on and sit nicely in-line with instruments and with good body. This is a very well produced track, and it sounds spectacular on Eclipse... I could easily just quit writing this review, and kick back and listen to this full excellent album... alas, duty calls...
Japanese Breakfast - Paprika (Female vocals, indie, rock, pop)
I've only started listening to Japanese Breakfast in maybe the last year or so - a random discovery one night on Bandcamp, and I've become a big fan since. I love the sheer energy in this song, it just brings a big smile to my face. It's a busy track, with a lot of instruments reaching various peak moments that could potentially cause trouble for some sets, but Eclipse yet again delivers. I feel a bit like listening in a small venue - a more intimate gig rather than a big concert hall. Easy to pick out the many instruments at play here, and the vocals take a perfect central role without being too dominant or submissive.
Keleketla! - Papua Merdeka (world, afrobeat, electronic)
Another feel-good track, and one that would make me want to be whisked away from this cold and wet winter weather here in Ireland - off to some beach in the Caribbean, or indeed anywhere with a bit of sun and sand, and of course a few cold beers... I probably need to do more testing, and maybe I had previously hit a few male vocal landmines with lower quality tracks - vocals here, both male and female are wonderfully rendered, percussion is really excellent... incredibly lifelike, sax is just putting shivers right through me - absolutely fantasic. I highly recommend this album by the way to those of you who enjoy afrobeat and may not have heard it, an excellent infusion of electronic and African vibes.
Violeta Vicci - Tuvan (modern classical)
Time to chill out a bit now with some modern classical.
All previous test tracks were obvious for me in terms of really zooming in on that wonderful bass, but a track like this is good test of more focus on an instrumental piece, and indeed the emotive engagement from a genre like this. The strings are really stunning, captivating, and spell-binding in presentation. Yet again, I have this desire to just stop typing and spend the time listening to this beautful album... anyone who enjoys this genre, please check out this album.
Comparisons... to follow - I wanted to get this review published, but the 'real world' is also getting in the way of my hobby of late, work demands etc... I do plan to come back though and compare the likes of Turii Ti, IE900, and Xelento 2.
Conclusion
The MA Eclipse is an IEM with wonderful character and flair - a competent all-rounder, but without being relegated to the position of 'master of none'. It can excite, and it can relax... it has this wonderful ability to present music as I believe it's intended. If there was a hall of fame for dynamic drivers, I would happily propose Eclipse takes a place in those ranks. I took a chance on this set, with not much to go on, and with a pretty much unknown brand... we take gambles in life, sometimes we win, and that is absolutely the case here. Impeccable tuning, excellent build quality, and they look fantastic too - if I had a hat to tip, I would do so in the direction of Melodic Artification, a wonderful achievement and I really hope more in this hobby give it a shot. Now I'm off to pour a glass of wine, and actually listen to Eclipse...
Oxford Dictionary
Melodic Artification 'Eclipse' - Dual Dynamic Driver ($1,390)
Introduction & Caveats
The Eclipse sort of came out of nowhere, at least in the western world - making it's appearance without warning one day on Musicteck, and being a DD lover, they instantly had my attention - especially as they are a dual DD, and made from titanium - how could I resist?!
As always, I like to note that I am not a professional reviewer - this is my hobby, and I enjoy trying out various sets and sharing my thoughts. I often get a discount in exchange, but it in no way influences the content of my review - I choose the sets I am keen to try, and this typically means I've done a fair bit of research before pulling the trigger, getting a good sense as to whether it will be a set I will likely enjoy - and for the most part, this has been the case... hence my positive ratings. Some last longer than others, there are only so many I can afford or have the time to hold on to, and part of the enjoyment for me is testing various sets and determining how they compare to my existing collection.
I would like to thank @MusicTeck as always for the opportunity and their industry-leading customer service - an absolute pleasure to deal with.
The Eclipse retails for $1,390 and is available from MusicTeck HERE
Who are Melodic Artification (MA), and why the heck are they called that?
This is going to be a relatively short segment of the review, because I've absolutely no idea of either. However, anecdotally, they are a relatively niche brand based in China, and have had great success with Eclipse in that region. There are two things that gave me some confidence to make this purchase in the absence of existing brand awareness: First of all, I trust what Musicteck choose to stock, and secondly, a collaboration with a brand like Liquid Links has to lend some credence to the offering... it does for me anyway.
Specifications
- FR 10 – 30kHz
- Impedance 34 Ohm
- Sensitivity 103 dB @ 1kHz
- THD less than 1%
I know this is a quick process, we are always eager to get our hands on the new toy - I've mentioned in previous reviews though that I really enjoy the unboxing, it often sets the scene for the overall experience for me. I have to say I was a bit underwhelmed with Eclipse. There's nothing 'wrong' with it as such, but nor is there any wow factor, or a feeling of opening up what is a pretty expensive set. In addition, the accessories serve their purpose, but are somewhat sparse versus others in this price category, or indeed a lot less. In addition, the case is shipped separately - I was surprised when my Eclipse arrived to find no case in the box, so I reached out to Musicteck and discovered the case actually ships in a separate box, which was missed in my shipment but of course quickly rectified.
Anyway, with that bit of a moan out of the way, let's proceed to the unboxing, and you can tell me in the comments if I was being a bit of a grump
An outer segment of the box slides off to reveal the IEMs nestled in a sort of foam panel -
Underneath, we see the cable and a box which contains the tips and protective mesh for the IEMs - which I must say is excellent.
All of the bits and pieces that are in the box, notably excluding the case as mentioned previously.
- Cable
- IEM mesh protective pouch (this is actually a good size and easy to position the IEMs into, I've found they can be a bit small and awkward with other brands)
- Tips
The case - which is very practical, and allows storage of Eclipse with plenty of room - something I find is not always the case (pardon the pun)... it has a sort of rubbery texture to the exterior, and a soft cloth interior. It certainly provides good protection for your investment, and the pouch is very easy to pop the IEMs in to ensure you don't damage the shells when not in use.
Cable -
Having already experienced two sets (Softears Turii Ti and Elysian X) that comes supplied with a Liquid Links cable, I was immediately intrigued / sold when I saw Eclipse also came with a stock LL cable (4.4mm / 2-pin). They are a beautiful looking, and wonderfully built cable - fantastic attention to detail from top to tail, and the pictures don't really do justice. The cable has reasonable weight and thickness, but zero microphonics. It could be used out and about, but for me it would be borderline - I prefer very light, and very slim cables for my out-and-about needs... for reference, Xelento 2 and it's wonderfully thin/light cable have set a new bar for my portable needs. I wouldn't be surprised if a cable like this sold for in the region of $300 separately.
Tips -
There are three different tips supplied - two of which are 3rd party, and I suspect the third is also, but not specified... this 3rd option is the only one that I could get a somewhat decent fit, but ultimately I moved to various tips in my armoury.
First up here is the 'Diamond Earfit' by Simphonio - not one I've heard of before. Interestingly, there is a sticker on the rear of this box with 'recommended' on it, so presumably MA feel it's best suited. There is what I assume is a medium and large, and no small - they are on the smaller size though, and unfortunately didn't work for my fussy ears at all.
Next up is the Softears 'UC' tips - this time you do get small, medium, and large. Again for me however, none of them provided a good seal in my ears - this didn't come as a surprise though having tried them with both Softears Twilight and Turii Ti.
And last but not least, a set of tips with no brand. They do look familiar, I'm pretty sure I've seen them or something very similar on my IEM travels - feel free to mention in the comments if you think you know the brand...
Design and Fit
First of all, I have to say I think the shells look and feel fantastic - I'm a big fan of metal shells, and especially made from titanium as is the case here. They have a nice weight to them, but not too heavy when in my ears. They are very easy to position once you've found the right tip, and are comfortable for long sessions. Isolation is pretty good, but not fantastic - I guess this depends also on what tips you use. I've needed to use larger tips in my collection, and found I a renewed appreciation recently for Xel
Listening Impressions
The Eclipse have had a lot of play over the last four weeks or so - paired with the Shanling H7, LPGT, and most recently the iBasso 320X with the stock amp11mk2. They aren't that fussy in terms of source, and sound fantastic with whatever I've paired with.
In summary, there is excellent clarity across the FR, all instruments sound wonderfully clear, distinct, accurate and with plenty of space - it’s very easy to pinpoint each component on stage. I have found Eclipse performs wonderfully with most genres, but it is a bit fussy in terms of the quality of the recording - older material with lower quality comes off very flat and lifeless... in contrast, recent and especially higher quality files sound absolutely wonderful.
Bass -
While the lower frequencies are boosted, they in no way intrude on the mids - there is excellent distinction and this is clearly due to two dynamic drivers at work. The mid bass has brilliantly authoritative delivery with solid impact and an obvious sense of air. Sub bass digs deep, and very visceral in execution. Be it kick drums, double bass, synths, or lower registers of strings, piano etc, I’ve not been left wanting. Throw something bass heavy at Eclipse and they’ll gladly display their tuning capabilities - tracks with any bass emphasis sound stunning
Mids -
Mids have an organic, natural, effortless presentation with excellent body and fantastic timbre - any instrument to my ears has sounded beautifully lifelike, and I’ve tested numerous genres at this stage. I find both female vocals excellent, but some male vocals can be a touch thin, I'd like a bit more weight. The drivers can cope perfectly with any faster tracks with competing instruments on stage, everything has plenty of space and easy to zoom in on specific segments, I've not experienced any congestion even with the most complex tracks I've thrown at Eclipse.I have a huge love for modern classical which typically entails strings, piano, etc and often incorporates electronic instruments and field recordings - Eclipse is a perfect set for this genre, and has me delving into my library for my favourites, I absolutely adore how piano and strings sound.
Treble -
Treble is very well executed, I would say a touch below 'sparkle' but it still has a nice zing. Percussive elements such as snares, hi-hats etc have again a lifelike presence and are well positioned in a wide stereo field. The upper registers of strings can soar to beautiful heights, and never become shrill or harsh - again, even with the most busy passages or musical climatic moments that involve multiple instruments.
Technical -
The soundstage I feel has opened up as I’ve become more accustomed to the tuning. It has very good width, and reasonable depth and height - the lower frequencies do inject a bit of a sense of intimacy at times, adding in my opinion to a great sense of engagement and cohesion. It might be reasonable to describe as a sideward diamond if that makes sense - the wider portion extends out somewhat beyond my ears, and the narrow within the confines of my head. The sub bass gives a very nice sensation of creating a separate sub-woofer like experience, and this adds to the sense of stage. It's not the most resolving set I've heard, I feel it goes more towards an overall musical delivery - that is not to say there isn't good detail retrieval for example, it's absolutely there but takes a bit of a step back to the overall engaging nature of the set.
Test Tracks
J Majik - Point of No Return (Drum & Bass)
I'll cut straight to the chase here with some D&B - always a great test of an IEM's capability to handle complexity, sub bass, and the potential for harsh uppers. Good news D&B boppers... Eclipse kicks like a mule when it comes to this genre.
I'm trying to avoid allowing my excitement come through, but hey - as I've said, I'm not a professional, as a hobbyist I can be as emotional as I like! - with that in mind, the sub bass is utterly phenomenal in this track, and Eclipse steps up to the mark, and raises the bar - you've got this big deep, far reaching bass that rumbles right through your head, but at the same time not overpowering - it strikes a beautiful balance of quantity and quality, and never intrudes elsewhere... again, those of you who've heard a separate sub-woofer in say a 5.1 channel setup (I know they've moved on from that, but that's where mine still resides), this is the sort of action we've got going on. Up top, no bother handling the frenetic snares, fast pace, perfectly executed and an overall excellent experience for this genre.
London Grammar - Wasting My Younger Years (Female vocals, indie, rock)
Vocals are centred, and I would say pretty much right in the middle of my head - good body, and reach upper heights without sibilance. Kick drums are also centrally rendered, with cymbals, hi-hats pushing out left and right in a wonderful stereo field. Guitars, keyboards are layered very well into the mix, and everything is presented in a cohesive and highly engaging manner.
Nas - Life's a Bitch (Hip Hop)
Hip hop of course needs good sub extension, and it will come as no surprise at this point that Eclipse is perfectly suited in that regard. The sub bass in this track doesn't dig as deep as the 'Point of No Return' track first posted, but again there is a wonderful visceral delivery. The vocals step back a bit, I'm not sure if this is due to my FLAC recording but I feel they should be a more in-line, and with a touch more depth - as noted previously, male vocals can come off a bit thin.
Kuba - Send me Love (psy-chill / dub / reggae)
I'm a bit of a broken record now at this stage, but yet again - that bass! This is of course another genre that benefits from deep sub extension, and boy does it deliver here. Interestingly, the male vocals in this case sound spot on and sit nicely in-line with instruments and with good body. This is a very well produced track, and it sounds spectacular on Eclipse... I could easily just quit writing this review, and kick back and listen to this full excellent album... alas, duty calls...
Japanese Breakfast - Paprika (Female vocals, indie, rock, pop)
I've only started listening to Japanese Breakfast in maybe the last year or so - a random discovery one night on Bandcamp, and I've become a big fan since. I love the sheer energy in this song, it just brings a big smile to my face. It's a busy track, with a lot of instruments reaching various peak moments that could potentially cause trouble for some sets, but Eclipse yet again delivers. I feel a bit like listening in a small venue - a more intimate gig rather than a big concert hall. Easy to pick out the many instruments at play here, and the vocals take a perfect central role without being too dominant or submissive.
Keleketla! - Papua Merdeka (world, afrobeat, electronic)
Another feel-good track, and one that would make me want to be whisked away from this cold and wet winter weather here in Ireland - off to some beach in the Caribbean, or indeed anywhere with a bit of sun and sand, and of course a few cold beers... I probably need to do more testing, and maybe I had previously hit a few male vocal landmines with lower quality tracks - vocals here, both male and female are wonderfully rendered, percussion is really excellent... incredibly lifelike, sax is just putting shivers right through me - absolutely fantasic. I highly recommend this album by the way to those of you who enjoy afrobeat and may not have heard it, an excellent infusion of electronic and African vibes.
Violeta Vicci - Tuvan (modern classical)
Time to chill out a bit now with some modern classical.
All previous test tracks were obvious for me in terms of really zooming in on that wonderful bass, but a track like this is good test of more focus on an instrumental piece, and indeed the emotive engagement from a genre like this. The strings are really stunning, captivating, and spell-binding in presentation. Yet again, I have this desire to just stop typing and spend the time listening to this beautful album... anyone who enjoys this genre, please check out this album.
Comparisons... to follow - I wanted to get this review published, but the 'real world' is also getting in the way of my hobby of late, work demands etc... I do plan to come back though and compare the likes of Turii Ti, IE900, and Xelento 2.
Conclusion
The MA Eclipse is an IEM with wonderful character and flair - a competent all-rounder, but without being relegated to the position of 'master of none'. It can excite, and it can relax... it has this wonderful ability to present music as I believe it's intended. If there was a hall of fame for dynamic drivers, I would happily propose Eclipse takes a place in those ranks. I took a chance on this set, with not much to go on, and with a pretty much unknown brand... we take gambles in life, sometimes we win, and that is absolutely the case here. Impeccable tuning, excellent build quality, and they look fantastic too - if I had a hat to tip, I would do so in the direction of Melodic Artification, a wonderful achievement and I really hope more in this hobby give it a shot. Now I'm off to pour a glass of wine, and actually listen to Eclipse...
Nice review