[boomtube]

DUDE! This a slammin list...thanks for taking the time!

 

[crinacle]

Are you planning to add newly released Sennheiser ie800s to your list anytime soon.. tuning seems to be changed completely from its predecessor from what i was reading.

Definitely one of the days. Should be in some of the audio shops nearby so all I need to do is get off my lazy butt.

Would you say mass drop plus is the most value ?

Ehhh... define "value". Preference trumps all; while the MD+ is a very technically proficient IEM in metrics like tuning, detail, clarity etc. it may not mesh well with the tastes of everyone. It's too thin and "BA-sounding" for me and as such, I wouldn't use it as a daily driver at all. However, separating my personal tastes in critical listening, the MD+ certainly has all the hallmarks of a top performing IEM, perhaps lacking in the timbre/tonality aspect.

 

[Danxerd]

Hi sir, may I ask when you demo on oriolus fosteni is it on pw no 5 cable or just the normal one?? It sounds so much better on the pw cable somehow when I demo it in Japan

 

[drm870]

Could you compare and contrast the JH Audio JH13v2 Pro vs. the Campfire Audio Andromeda? For example, how do their sound signatures compare (besides the brief descriptions already provided in the chart)? Also, what about the Andromeda made you rank it a couple tiers higher?

 

[Twitley]

It is possible to add the EM10

 

[matique]

Any plans on testing the Noble X?

 

[AnonymousRacoon]

Could you rank M-Fidelity SA-43 (it's in the database)?
Also any plans on trying M-Fidelity SA-50?

 

[AlwaysForward]

Have you tried Green Eggs and Ham??

 

[4Fan]

If the Spartan IV ADEL B1 and the andromeda cost almost the same (roughly USD 40 difference), does the andromeda completely stomp the Spartan? I've heard the andros, but not the spartan

 

[ustinj]

If the Spartan IV ADEL B1 and the andromeda cost almost the same (roughly USD 40 difference), does the andromeda completely stomp the Spartan? I've heard the andros, but not the spartan

Having heard both, I would say the Spartan has an edge in midrange texture and resolution over the Andromeda's, as well as a more proper note weight. The Spartan also has a more natural diffuse soundstage while still being very large (not as wide as Andromeda). The Andromeda had MUCH greater subbass extension and rumble (B1 module sort of reminded me of open backed headphone bass). Andromeda's treble is fantastic, the Spartan somewhat lacks in this field. It is more of a preference thing, I ended up keeping Andromeda mainly because it physically looks nicer, and the bass presentation worked better for my genres of music.

 

[Ahmad313]

Having heard both, I would say the Spartan has an edge in midrange texture and resolution over the Andromeda's, as well as a more proper note weight. The Spartan also has a more natural diffuse soundstage while still being very large (not as wide as Andromeda). The Andromeda had MUCH greater subbass extension and rumble (B1 module sort of reminded me of open backed headphone bass). Andromeda's treble is fantastic, the Spartan somewhat lacks in this field. It is more of a preference thing, I ended up keeping Andromeda mainly because it physically looks nicer, and the bass presentation worked better for my genres of music.

So the Spartan is more suitable for mid-heads/vocals lovers ,

 

[ustinj]

So the Spartan is more suitable for mid-heads/vocals lovers ,

Yes, absolutely. Midrange is probably Andromeda's weakpoint, if anything while it is Spartan's strong point.

 

[eugene2]

Yes, absolutely. Midrange is probably Andromeda's weakpoint, if anything while it is Spartan's strong point.

I agree having owned the Andros for a year, there weakness is in the mids. The ranking is one man’s opinion (though an excellent tool for shopping brands you may not be familiar with and using the measurements as a reference), is his equipment the same as yours, which tips are used, how does his musical preferences line up with yours,etc. how much time was spent with each, what adjustments were made, etc. For me based on owning the Andros and Jupiter’s I cant see any way I would rank them above the Noble Encores, JH Audio Lola’s or a properly fitted Layla. Just my one and half cents worth...

 

[ustinj]

I agree having owned the Andros for a year, there weakness is in the mids. The ranking is one man’s opinion (though an excellent tool for shopping brands you may not be familiar with and using the measurements as a reference), is his equipment the same as yours, which tips are used, how does his musical preferences line up with yours,etc. how much time was spent with each, what adjustments were made, etc. For me based on owning the Andros and Jupiter’s I cant see any way I would rank them above the Noble Encores, JH Audio Lola’s or a properly fitted Layla. Just my one and half cents worth...

You are right, and there's nothing really wrong with that per se. There are threads with HUGE followings (that I won't name) that are based almost entirely off of someone's opinion. In fact, a majority of what we read about concerning audio quality is mostly opinion.

 

[eugene2]

You are right, and there's nothing really wrong with that per se. There are threads with HUGE followings (that I won't name) that are based almost entirely off of someone's opinion. In fact, a majority of what we read about concerning audio quality is mostly opinion.

You are right, and there's nothing really wrong with that per se. There are threads with HUGE followings (that I won't name) that are based almost entirely off of someone's opinion. In fact, a majority of what we read about concerning audio quality is mostly opinion.

Oh absolutely! The late Harry Pearson of Absolute Sound fame had a huge following on what he considered the best audio equipment. I once bought some Avalon speakers based on his musings, sold them after a while and chased after something else.
It would have taken HP five years to compile such a compelling ranking of iems. This is still a fun read, I’m not criticizing just adding to the fun.