[NymPHONOmaniac]

Anything that has FIIO FH3 darker vibe but more musical and costs less? And maybe more drivers? Also, does anyone know where to get cable similar to Fiio's?

BQEYZ KC2 is a cheap FH3 imo

 

[NymPHONOmaniac]

And about HZsound Mirror. They do merit a no bs hype. Even if it have a crisp reference like tuning all people that buy them are blown away from what i see. I was worry that first NBBA members that i suggest to buy it find it either too vivid or bass lacking, but he was in awe. And addicted about their tremendous scaling potential for such cheap iem. As well. The bass is excellent and dig deep in a polite yet punchy way. It put to shame any Kz or Trn here...Chifi go to next level with brand like HZ, BQEYZ, Hisenior, Moondrop, NFaudio, TinHifi, KBear(to a less extend).

 

[Kumonomukou]

BQEYZ KC2 is a cheap FH3 imo

Damn, this might just quenched my thirst for FH3. I had BQEYZ K2, KC2, and BQ3 in the past. They're all decent, but none became my dailydrivers. I somehow enjoyed KZ ZS7 more in the same batch(My only KZ until recent order of Edx).

Plus people are talking about FH3's driver flex, and QC issues. Don't know how much of those were true though.

 

[Slater]

Damn, this might just quenched my thirst for FH3. I had BQEYZ K2, KC2, and BQ3 in the past. They're all decent, but none became my dailydrivers. I somehow enjoyed KZ ZS7 more in the same batch(My only KZ until recent order of Edx).

Plus people are talking about FH3's driver flex, and QC issues. Don't know how much of those were true though.

ZS7 is awesome

 

[unifutomaki]

Been giving more ear time to the CCA "woodies" CST this weekend and I can't help but be impressed by the amount of clarity, timbral naturality and coherence you can get in 2020 at such a low cost. It demonstrates that a decent effort at a slight V-shaped single DD tuning is really the way to go for these ultrabudget models, rather than putting out a veritable sea of 1DD-1BA hybrids that invariably end up being harsh and peaky in the upper-mids and treble.

Pros:

• 12 USD
• Comfortable fit
• Can be powered by a potato
• Punchy bass
• Decent detail retrieval
• Natural timbre
• Non-controversial sound signature
• Smooth, non-shouty upper mids
• No sibilance
• No muddiness

Cons:

• Non-existent imaging
• In-your-head soundstage that is almost exclusively defined by width rather than depth
• Slightly recessed male vocals
• Rolled off sub-bass
• Somewhat flat treble

 

[baskingshark]

Been giving more ear time to the CCA "woodies" CST this weekend and I can't help but be impressed by the amount of clarity, timbral naturality and coherence you can get in 2020 at such a low cost. It demonstrates that a decent effort at a slight V-shaped single DD tuning is really the way to go for these ultrabudget models, rather than putting out a veritable sea of 1DD-1BA hybrids that invariably end up being harsh and peaky in the upper-mids and treble.

How does this compare with the Sony MH755?

 

[unifutomaki]

How does this compare with the Sony MH755?

Very evenly matched in terms of technicalities (imaging is perhaps slightly better on the MH750/5). Tonally, MH750/5 emphasises warmth and smoothness, while CST emphasises clarity and detail. For that reason, I find the MH750/5 more relaxing to listen to when you just want to turn your brain off and not analyse everything. But the CST will sound more lively, which some might prefer when listening on the go.

In Dreams by Fleetwood Mac, the MH750/5 presents drums prominently while cymbals are somewhat recessed. Conversely, the drums take a step back on the CST while cymbals are boosted. Unfortunately the CST's driver can't quite support the tuner's treble ambitions, so the treble is louder but not necessarily more resolving. Mids and vocals are nigh indistinguishable between the two, as is detail retrieval within this frequency range.

Of course, the CST is readily available on the market while the MH750/5 isn't really.

 

[Nimweth]

ZS7 is awesome

Yes. Great DD bass and the same BAs as the BA10 (also awesome!)

 

[ShakeThoseCans]

Nope there isn't a HZSound thread as far as I'm aware. We can create a thread though if you are keen, so far we have been discussing it here and a bit on the Chinese brands and Discovery threads. I think this brand did have prior releases, but this Heart Mirror really gets my vote for best sub $100 single DD this year.

I notice that the Heart Mirror is going for about $54 CAD when the sale starts.

 

[Denox123]

Another hidden gem from taobao, single DD DQSM Hermit priced at around RMB99, although this look like a final audio fi-ba-ss copycat but dont underestimate its sound, clean & balance tonality, slighly bright with HUGE I mean HYUGEEEEEEEE soundstage, the soundstage & its overall technical performance doesnt make sense at this price point. But it needs extra juice of power to reach it full potential though. If you can get this at online store/taobao just buy it blindly you wont regret it.

 

[RikudouGoku]

Another hidden gem from taobao, single DD DQSM Hermit priced at around RMB99, although this look like a final audio fi-ba-ss copycat but dont underestimate its sound, clean & balance tonality, slighly bright with HUGE I mean HYUGEEEEEEEE soundstage, the soundstage & its overall technical performance doesnt make sense at this price point. But it needs extra juice of power to reach it full potential though. If you can get this at online store/taobao just buy it blindly you wont regret it.

Looks like the Moondrop Spaceship to me.

 

[Denox123]

Looks like the Moondrop Spaceship to me.

Spaceship is the one who copy the design of final fibass 1st.

 

[RikudouGoku]

Spaceship is the one who copy the design of final fibass 1st.

yeah, you are right. The fibass came out in 2012 (this one? https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/final-audio-design-fi-ba-ss.15101/reviews) while the spaceship is from 2019(?).

 

[Denox123]

yeah, you are right. The fibass came out in 2012 (this one? https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/final-audio-design-fi-ba-ss.15101/reviews) while the spaceship is from 2019(?).

Yes, anyway if you find dqsm hermit on ali express just buy it & be amazed

 

[Barusu Lamperouge]

Nope there isn't a HZSound thread as far as I'm aware. We can create a thread though if you are keen, so far we have been discussing it here and a bit on the Chinese brands and Discovery threads. I think this brand did have prior releases, but this Heart Mirror really gets my vote for best sub $100 single DD this year.
It is quite a niche tuning and a hidden gem, I do hope that as more people try it, they will get the recognition they deserve. Oh ya, u need an amp with it, sounds meh from a smartphone only.


HZSound Heart Mirror pros/cons (TLDR):

Pros
Beautiful shell. Light and comfortable. Good build.
Fast transients.
Good details, clarity, imaging, instrument separation for a budget single DD.
Neutral bright tuning with very few instances of hot upper mids/lower treble.
Very good timbre for vocals and acoustic instruments. Good for vocal lovers.
Good price to performance ratio.
Generous accessories.

Cons:
Shells are fingerprint magnets, can be scratched too.
Bass lite, lacks midbass punch (good news is that it takes to bass EQ well).
Average soundstage height/depth when not amped.
Will need amping to perform optimally.
Thin note weight.

How would it compare to Tin T2 the non plus version? Because the cons are very much in line with T2. Thanks in advance