Chinese / Asian Brand IEM Info Thread
Sep 16, 2017 at 5:28 PM Post #11,536 of 33,689
Just realized that the Simgot is pictured there, whoever buys this can pay an extra $50 and get those. Everything must go! Lol

Now if somebody can just buy my AKG N40 and my M560.

What is your ask on the N40?
 
Sep 16, 2017 at 5:53 PM Post #11,538 of 33,689
In my case, going from Samsung Gal S5 inner dac (3+ y old) to AQ Dragonfly Black was a huge improvement.
Newer phones might be better but unless they are hifi prepared (you know the ones) I'm still skeptical about the generic types producing comparable quality.
 
Sep 16, 2017 at 5:59 PM Post #11,539 of 33,689
In my case, going from Samsung Gal S5 inner dac (3+ y old) to AQ Dragonfly Black was a huge improvement.
Newer phones might be better but unless they are hifi prepared (you know the ones) I'm still skeptical about the generic types producing comparable quality.

I couldn't agree more. Unfortunately I brought up this same opinion (about the lower quality of phones vs a dedicated source such as a DAP), and you would have thought I drowned a kitten or puppy.
 
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Sep 16, 2017 at 6:32 PM Post #11,540 of 33,689
I couldn't agree more. Unfortunately I brought up this same opinion (about the quality of phones vs a dedicated source such as a DAP), and you would have thought I drowned a kitten or puppy.

You did something way worse...and unforgivable:

drown phone.jpg
 
Sep 16, 2017 at 6:42 PM Post #11,541 of 33,689
same lol. So i messaged him to be sure.
Screw it man, extra $20 and somebody gets the Simgot included.

What is your ask on the N40?

$220. VE balanced cable for an extra $20.

https://head-fi.org/threads/akg-n40.860202/

@Lurk650 What are your thoughts on the portability of the M560?

I think will seal will be average at best, esp with the Sony pads. Stock pads might be better. Plus while it's good closed, it's even better while open back. It's easy to drive though. I only listened while at home so can't say for sure. Cable is loooong, I did find a cable replacement that should work on eBay but I didn't buy it. I wouldn't wear these walking around but traveling on a car ride or something like that I don't see an issue. Then when at your destination pull the back plates off for more expansive stage.

I've been on a buying spree so I need to recoup some money.
 
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Sep 16, 2017 at 7:03 PM Post #11,543 of 33,689
I've been kind of curious about them to replace a damaned Edition S, but not sure if it's the best use of money currently.
$150 shipped if you want them
 
Sep 16, 2017 at 7:08 PM Post #11,544 of 33,689
Sep 16, 2017 at 7:48 PM Post #11,545 of 33,689
@groucho69 oh i know, they are a pretty penny, they are worth it though....I unfortunately bought myself a pair of Lyra II barely used for a very good price. No need for the AKG anymore
 
Sep 17, 2017 at 1:39 AM Post #11,547 of 33,689
Sep 17, 2017 at 12:14 PM Post #11,548 of 33,689
It is not my newest article/review/summary of impressions, but imo still worth to be shared here: Here are some lines about why the SpinFit tips might not be for everybody and why they will probably not work equally well or identically with every in-ear: http://kopfhoerer-lounge.blogspot.com/2016/09/SpinFit-Tips.html
(It is written in English, but as always you can use the "Google Translate" widget underneath the navigation bar.)
 
Sep 18, 2017 at 12:16 PM Post #11,550 of 33,689
If you find out anything please let me know with a tag :)

I don't know how to tag so a reply directly to you then. I just got an email that the LG V30 WILL come out in the Netherlands and they expect it to be available on most provider contracts at least before Christmas. So it seems they are rolling them out slowly and it will still take a while. Hopefully they'll do the same in Ireland or maybe you can have a provider contract with grey import. I did that once to a phone I couldn't get otherwise. So who knows you might still be in luck.
 
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