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Craft Ears Reviews/Impressions Thread
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Best looking faceplates I have ever seen. Hands down.
Xinlisupreme
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Craft ears TOTL is released and looks amazing
Cuprum look absolutely amazing and wouldn't change a single thing in their design even if given the ability to customize them in the CIEM version. Aurums clean design truly sstands out in the crowd too and I don't think I've seen other IEMs to match gold leafs with white shells so well. Argentum are my least favorite, at least when it comes to the design, but have something extraordinary about them too. That subtle touch with a half-moon like symbol looks absolutely adorable.
Based on the sound description I think I'd go for the Argentum, then Cuprum and then for Aurum but that's just my personal taste. I think I might have to reconsider getting 64 Audio Nio after all, lol! I wonder what are your opinions and thoughts about this new CE lineup.
Based on the sound description I think I'd go for the Argentum, then Cuprum and then for Aurum but that's just my personal taste. I think I might have to reconsider getting 64 Audio Nio after all, lol! I wonder what are your opinions and thoughts about this new CE lineup.
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Damn, those are all gorgeous and very interesting driver configurations.
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Any chance you have had some more time to sample the new hybrids and have any further thoughts to offer?@dhruvmeena96 @Metalboyy After listening to the first prototype I send Jędrzej my thoughts and suggestions towards tuning. He already retuned the new model a little based on it. So it's safe not to share details. I can tell that stage size is really nice, sound is well balanced.
Overall, if you like SIX or think about grabbing that model due to promo and waiting for news about the hybrid, I could tell the new one is a noticeably different product. Both are quite "universal sounding", but some users will like much more hybrid, some will like more SIX.
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Aurum CIEM pre-ordered…waiting for confirmation
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Aurum CIEM pre-ordered…waiting for confirmation
congrats. I’ve been eyeing it myself
F700
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I unfortunately had to cancel my pre-order due an unexpected and quite expensive personal event. Not happy about it, but I am relieved that the mentioned event did not turn worse as it could have been.congrats. I’ve been eyeing it myself
I am still looking forward to hearing impressions about future owners.
Managed to do a quick 2-hour audition with the Aurum UIEM at Craft Ears' local dealer in Singapore (Zeppelin) over the weekend and would like to share my quick thoughts for everyone's reference, since there are not many review units out in the wild at the moment.
Gear Used: AK SE180 (with SEM1 module) + Campfire Audio OG Solaris
One thing's for sure, these are real beauties in the flesh!
They fit like a glove in my ears using my Acoustune AET08 tips, which I also use on the CA Solaris.
After a quick listen using the stock 3.5mm cable, i swapped over to my own Gloryrain Udon 4.4mm balanced cable (Hybrid Pure Silver/Palladium Plated Silver/Gold Plated Silver, Silver Plated Copper Shielding, 18 AWG Type 6 Litz) for a level playing field with the CA Solaris.
Compared to the CA Solaris, the cymbals, hi-hats and cello/guitar plucking definitely sound much more airier on the Aurum - the estat highs are no gimmick or flash in the pan, the added sense of airiness is palpable.
I would say that bass is a draw in terms of depth & slam, but the Aurum might edge ahead slightly for pace and speed of transitions.
This track in particular showcases the Aurum's strengths for me:
Now i keep focusing on the lack of coherence on the CA Solaris, relatively speaking
In conclusion, I am seriously considering getting a custom set for myself... once i decide which design to get (they have really gorgeous options )
Gear Used: AK SE180 (with SEM1 module) + Campfire Audio OG Solaris
One thing's for sure, these are real beauties in the flesh!
They fit like a glove in my ears using my Acoustune AET08 tips, which I also use on the CA Solaris.
After a quick listen using the stock 3.5mm cable, i swapped over to my own Gloryrain Udon 4.4mm balanced cable (Hybrid Pure Silver/Palladium Plated Silver/Gold Plated Silver, Silver Plated Copper Shielding, 18 AWG Type 6 Litz) for a level playing field with the CA Solaris.
Compared to the CA Solaris, the cymbals, hi-hats and cello/guitar plucking definitely sound much more airier on the Aurum - the estat highs are no gimmick or flash in the pan, the added sense of airiness is palpable.
I would say that bass is a draw in terms of depth & slam, but the Aurum might edge ahead slightly for pace and speed of transitions.
This track in particular showcases the Aurum's strengths for me:
Now i keep focusing on the lack of coherence on the CA Solaris, relatively speaking
In conclusion, I am seriously considering getting a custom set for myself... once i decide which design to get (they have really gorgeous options )
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Placed an order for CIEM Aurum after my 2nd audition yesterday - the fab even-handed sound coupled with the frank and informative exchanges with Jedrek (Craft Ears) made the decision an easy oneManaged to do a quick 2-hour audition with the Aurum UIEM at Craft Ears' local dealer in Singapore (Zeppelin) over the weekend and would like to share my quick thoughts for everyone's reference, since there are not many review units out in the wild at the moment.
Gear Used: AK SE180 (with SEM1 module) + Campfire Audio OG Solaris
One thing's for sure, these are real beauties in the flesh!
They fit like a glove in my ears using my Acoustune AET08 tips, which I also use on the CA Solaris.
After a quick listen using the stock 3.5mm cable, i swapped over to my own Gloryrain Udon 4.4mm balanced cable (Hybrid Pure Silver/Palladium Plated Silver/Gold Plated Silver, Silver Plated Copper Shielding, 18 AWG Type 6 Litz) for a level playing field with the CA Solaris.
Compared to the CA Solaris, the cymbals, hi-hats and cello/guitar plucking definitely sound much more airier on the Aurum - the estat highs are no gimmick or flash in the pan, the added sense of airiness is palpable.
I would say that bass is a draw in terms of depth & slam, but the Aurum might edge ahead slightly for pace and speed of transitions.
This track in particular showcases the Aurum's strengths for me:
Now i keep focusing on the lack of coherence on the CA Solaris, relatively speaking
In conclusion, I am seriously considering getting a custom set for myself... once i decide which design to get (they have really gorgeous options )
5 more days before the early bird promo ends!
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dhruvmeena96
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It measures better than Trailli in bass and treble plus has horn loaded true Estat
Damm, craft ears took the crown for the loudest pure EST ever, which seemed impossible before this. Either iems were weak or they were assisted with BA(Trailli) to compensate loudness.
Damm, craft ears took the crown for the loudest pure EST ever, which seemed impossible before this. Either iems were weak or they were assisted with BA(Trailli) to compensate loudness.
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