[kanuka]

does the dba-02 mk2 has the same nozzle and filters as the first version (or as the B2)?

 

[tomscy2000]

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does the dba-02 mk2 has the same nozzle and filters as the first version (or as the B2)?

 
I don't think anyone has looked yet, but it should have a different filter (hence the slightly tamer sound). The nozzle is about the same diameter, but the angle is less steep.

 

[kanuka]

the B2 i had , had a very cheap looking filters imo

 

[tomscy2000]

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  the B2 i had , had a very cheap looking filters imo

 
It's not really a 'filter' per se, but a damper that tones down prominent peaks. It's not really for blocking out ear wax, so it doesn't need to look good, it just needs to work.

 

[kanuka]

so that's it. but i think it can be wax clogged, and hard to clean.

 

[xer0x]

Question(s): how good / bad is the cable on the MKII? Compared to the MKI cable? Is it microphonic / does it harden / is it difficult to wear over-the-ear without ear guides?

I am keen on either this or the e-Q5 but am not sure the latter will fit well for me - however the complaints I've read about the cable seem rather worrisome.
 
Thanks!

 

[shigzeo]

Hello xer0x,
 
The cable is strong, I can say that for the DBA-02 MKII. Very strong and the connections seem ok/good. I don't know for sure how well they are clamped into place and knotted as I didn't take my loaner apart. However, the cable itself could hold a heavy weight without snapping. 
 
It is microphonic, though. Whatever.
 
Soundwise, I'm not sure whether I prefer the eQ5 or DBA. Hard decision. Impact is better on the eQ5, but some smoothness/liquidness in the midrange (whatever that is) is addictive on the DBA. 
 
Overall, the eQ5 is an easier walkabout earphone and I love it. People with fit issues (nozzle being too thick) should take note. The DBA is much easier to get into any ears of any size.
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Question(s): how good / bad is the cable on the MKII? Compared to the MKI cable? Is it microphonic / does it harden / is it difficult to wear over-the-ear without ear guides?

I am keen on either this or the e-Q5 but am not sure the latter will fit well for me - however the complaints I've read about the cable seem rather worrisome.
 
Thanks!

 

[Inks]

Anybody in the states willing to loan or sell their stock tips? Need them for measurements, not for use. 

 

[LouisLoh]

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Question(s): how good / bad is the cable on the MKII? Compared to the MKI cable? Is it microphonic / does it harden / is it difficult to wear over-the-ear without ear guides?

I am keen on either this or the e-Q5 but am not sure the latter will fit well for me - however the complaints I've read about the cable seem rather worrisome.
 
Thanks!

 
 
Cable looks stronger than MKI. However, it's also way more microphonic and it's harder to start off with - and that makes it difficult to wear over-the-ear, again exacerbating microphonic issues.

 

[ghostroad]

Wow. What a fantastic pair of headphones.
 
I've been using these for a few days now. I found the treble a little harsh on some songs initially, but after about 20 hours of listening, it became a lot more relaxed. I'd really urge listeners to persevere past this out-of-the-box harshness, because it passes. I also recommend trying them with Etymotic gray triple-flanges (I'm using the short-stemmed ones that come with the ER-4). After a lot of experimentation, these are my preferred tips, and not because of isolation, but because of what they do to the sound signature. The tips that come with the DBA-02 all have wide openings and short shafts. The Ety tips have a narrower opening and a longer shaft. I prefer the latter by a huge margin. Cymbals sound more natural and there's less sibilance. I wish I could explain why this happens, and I can't. But if you're unhappy with how these sound, try Ety triple-flanges!
 
I've had a pretty miserable time trying various headphones and returning them, unsatisfied. Even though I think they are flawed, I've stuck with the Etymotic ER-4P. They were closest to what I'm looking for. The DBA-02s are a fuller, more out-of-your-head version of the ER-4P. They improve ever so slightly, but significantly, in the bass department. They also have a richer timbre when rendering things like guitars. I'm definitely keeping them.

 

[Jeremypsp]

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Wow. What a fantastic pair of headphones.
 
I've been using these for a few days now. I found the treble a little harsh on some songs initially, but after about 20 hours of listening, it became a lot more relaxed. I'd really urge listeners to persevere past this out-of-the-box harshness, because it passes. I also recommend trying them with Etymotic gray triple-flanges (I'm using the short-stemmed ones that come with the ER-4). After a lot of experimentation, these are my preferred tips, and not because of isolation, but because of what they do to the sound signature. The tips that come with the DBA-02 all have wide openings and short shafts. The Ety tips have a narrower opening and a longer shaft. I prefer the latter by a huge margin. Cymbals sound more natural and there's less sibilance. I wish I could explain why this happens, and I can't. But if you're unhappy with how these sound, try Ety triple-flanges!
 
I've had a pretty miserable time trying various headphones and returning them, unsatisfied. Even though I think they are flawed, I've stuck with the Etymotic ER-4P. They were closest to what I'm looking for. The DBA-02s are a fuller, more out-of-your-head version of the ER-4P. They improve ever so slightly, but significantly, in the bass department. They also have a richer timbre when rendering things like guitars. I'm definitely keeping them.

Got to agree, the DBA-02MKII sound a lot more musical than the ER-4P and also has a much wider soundstage. I think these are an improvement over the ER-4Ps. 

 

[buntwo]

Just got my pair of these puppies yesterday, and the accessories that came with mine are different from what I've read online in reviews. My set contained a straight plug to L-plug adapter, no translucent silicone tips, and no tip holder. Anybody else getting these accessories too?

 

[fischeraudio]

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Just got my pair of these puppies yesterday, and the accessories that came with mine are different from what I've read online in reviews. My set contained a straight plug to L-plug adapter, no translucent silicone tips, and no tip holder. Anybody else getting these accessories too?

It is an slightly revisited package, besides L-plug adapter it also have a cable cinch. Translucent silicone tips was not used by many (actually I do not know anyone using it them with DBA) so they was removed.

 

[buntwo]

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It is an slightly revisited package, besides L-plug adapter it also have a cable cinch. Translucent silicone tips was not used by many (actually I do not know anyone using it them with DBA) so they was removed.

 
Interesting, I really appreciate the L-adapter and the cable cinch. Thanks for the update!

 

[vamuhs]

Hello,
does comply tsx-100 eartips fit with mkII model?
I am not sure, it seems has same nozzle diameter but this is much shorter.
I just want to try another eartips instead defaults.