[Charlyro222]

The 189 MX150 is close to perfection for female vocals in my opinion. So sweet and detailed, yet no sibilance or shout.

What´s about RU6 with 150 and 300 ohms ?

 

[Ronion]

Hoping all the Blurlievers are doing well? What are you guys listening to this weekend?

I've had some time to reflect on the MX400 Reference and run them next to my other Blurs. They undoubtedly give the largest and fullest sound thus far from Blur and that really compliments OST, electronic, pop, hip hop. The one draw back of the meaty low end is an overall warm tonality that has some loss of detail in the midbass and some veiling of the lower mids. For me this secures Wraith in a top spot for my favourite genres that are largely instrumental.

Comparing my Blurs meant diving back into the Blur Box and pulling out some 'older' models and what has surprised me is the capability of the MX300 driver - my first Blur purchase. I have a retuned Beautiful Witch and tonally and timbrally I'm recognising qualities that I previously overlooked. I would say it competes side-by-side with the Wraith PK150 driver in terms of timbre and the retune itself is a great all-round signature (I believe this is somewhat similar to the currently available 266 Retune II). With a new found respect for the MX300 driver I've just ordered another model using this driver to explore it more...



Todays listening on the Blur OFC MX400 STE & Blur 266R MX400 non-aPs Reference from the Valhalla 2:

Purcell was one of the first composers I ever studied. Definitely have an affinity for his music. Brilliant guy.

 

[Charlyro222]

New batch arrived. Let´s see if they are good enough

 

[Charlyro222]

Tasting the new Desktop config.
Absolutely stellar sound from 189 mx150

 

[classfolkphile]

I have these 266R pk32ohm coming. Looking forward to them.

 

[Charlyro222]

I have these 266R pk32ohm coming. Looking forward to them.

You're going to freak out

 

[classfolkphile]

You're going to freak out

I hope so. I've been ambivalent about the Beautiful Witch MX300 aPs I have. Fantastic transparency and timbre but a bit too forward in the upper mid-range. Maybe needs a tube amp. Shozy BK is still my reference.

 

[Ronion]

I hope so. I've been ambivalent about the Beautiful Witch MX300 aPs I have. Fantastic transparency and timbre but a bit too forward in the upper mid-range. Maybe needs a tube amp. Shozy BK is still my reference.

I would be really surprised if that's your impression of the 32.

 

[ian91]

I hope so. I've been ambivalent about the Beautiful Witch MX300 aPs I have. Fantastic transparency and timbre but a bit too forward in the upper mid-range. Maybe needs a tube amp. Shozy BK is still my reference.

The Beautiful Witch was a tough one for me for that reason. Great natural timbre but I would need double foams to attempt to tame the moments when vocals or sax would push into the upper mids. I don't think any of Master Wongs creations since have been tuned to such a forward and aggressive midrange so you should be fine.

 

[classfolkphile]

The Beautiful Witch was a tough one for me for that reason. Great natural timbre but I would need double foams to attempt to tame the moments when vocals or sax would push into the upper mids. I don't think any of Master Wongs creations since have been tuned to such a forward and aggressive midrange so you should be fine.

Yes, I think so. That one can have a discussion with Wong and end up with a semi-custom product is great and unique. I'll have to try double foams on the BW MX300: thanks again Ian for your very helpful advise.

 

[ian91]

Yes, I think so. That one can have a discussion with Wong and end up with a semi-custom product is great and unique. I'll have to try double foams on the BW MX300: thanks again Ian for your very helpful advise.

You're very welcome! Hope you enjoy your new buds when they arrive

 

[ZachPtheDude]

https://www.head-fi.org/classifieds/blur-the-wraith-150ohm-driver-4-4mm-balanced-earbuds.16227/

Put my well taken care of, practically mint set of Wraiths up for sale!

 

[ian91]

https://www.head-fi.org/classifieds/blur-the-wraith-150ohm-driver-4-4mm-balanced-earbuds.16227/

Put my well taken care of, practically mint set of Wraiths up for sale!

Good opportunity for someone to grab a stellar bud no longer in production.

Very high up in my Blur books.

 

[ZachPtheDude]

Definitely am looking forward to future Blur sets

 

[jrazmar]

https://www.head-fi.org/classifieds/blur-the-wraith-150ohm-driver-4-4mm-balanced-earbuds.16227/

Put my well taken care of, practically mint set of Wraiths up for sale!

I can't imagine someone would sell his Wraith. In my case, I have sold almost all of my earbuds since I heard the Wraith. It's one of the best things that happened to me here in headfi. Has anyone discovered yet which of the newer Blurs is a direct upgrade of it with the same tuning and timbre?