Cayin C9: Dual Nutube, Fully Balanced Class A/AB Portable HeadAmp

[HiFiHawaii808]

I haven't been to this thread in a long time but the C9 is still by my side, months after purchase, making everything I plug into it sound several times better. Earbuds have become a new interest of mine and the higher impedance ones really sound nice from the C9 in Tube mode.

I have recently also found an incredible synergy with the Geek Wold GK10 IEM, which is only $45 dollars, but with an incredibly low impedance and high power requirement to shine the C9 is a life saver. If anyone wants to treat themselves to a cheap IEM that punches well above its price point with a good C9 synergy - go for it! I'm in no way affiliated to the sellers of this IEM by the way, I've just spent the last 3 days in awe of the sound this and the C9 produces. A stellar combo!

the thing I really love about the C9 is that I can plug into it to get better sound or unplug from it to get better mobility. And, if you get a product with true line out, the sound signature is the same, just enhanced.

 

[ian91]

the thing I really love about the C9 is that I can plug into it to get better sound or unplug from it to get better mobility. And, if you get a product with true line out, the sound signature is the same, just enhanced.

Exactly! It's a great amplifier. I need to invest in some batteries to keep this guy alive. Oh and a DAP with a true LO, eventually. For now though, I'm enjoying myself.

 

[Whitigir]

If they don't care about selling to people outside of Japan, then the should stop allowing their products to be sold outside of Japan. They endorse the freight forwarders and the experience in using them stinks.

I guess that would be a wrong statement. I think atm they just don’t have the capabilities to deal with foreigners ? Like communications, so and on ?

 

[HiFiHawaii808]

I guess that would be a wrong statement. I think atm they just don’t have the capabilities to deal with foreigners ? Like communications, so and on ?

Well, I was just reacting to @Currawong 's statement that they don't care about selling outside of Japan.

 

[jmills8]

Well, I was just reacting to @Currawong 's statement that they don't care about selling outside of Japan.

I never used any case period.

 

[HiFiHawaii808]

I never used any case period.

How do you store or travel with you iems?

 

[Whitigir]

I never used any case period.

No cases and no protections FTW!!!

 

[jmills8]

How do you store or travel with you iems?

Back pack or big pockets or small waist pouch.

 

[Currawong]

Back to the C9 though (which is why I'm subscribed to this thread) I have shot a video about it which I'll try and finish editing tomorrow.

 

[HiFiHawaii808]

Back to the C9 though (which is why I'm subscribed to this thread) I have shot a video about it which I'll try and finish editing tomorrow.

Awesome, can you provide a teaser on what you include in the video? I am mostly interested in the pairings you tested.

 

[Auricon]

Been enjoying the DX312 (112 hrs of burn in) + Cayin C9 (84 hrs of use) desktop/home stack for the past 3 weeks. Eletech Illiad 4.4mm-4.4mm ProAdapt interconnect arrived today (23 days from ordering) and on initial listen, provided noticeable sound improvement with more air and sparkle - C9 settings on vacuum tube and AB amplification. I was also amazed how much the C9 improved the Fiio M11 Plus LTD stock sound and signature that it made me reconsider unloading it.

Wondering what an Electech Socrates 4.4mm-4.4mm interconnect match up would sound like, LOL.

Big thanks to Andrew @MusicTeck for making the C9 and UM an impulsive purchase, @Andrew DiMarcangelo at Bloom - DX312 + Socrates for best head-fi investments I've made. Also sincerest thanks goes out to @Eric Chong at Eletech with his guidance and amazing customer service.

 

[Currawong]

 

[gazzington]

Found my fav set up. n6ii a02 - empire ears legend x. Sounds amazing

 

[No Deal]

Any thoughts on the review from Currawong?

 

[HiFiHawaii808]

Any thoughts on the review from Currawong?

What were his main conclusions?