DUNU Q-Lock PLUS Quick-Switch Modular Plug Cables - Discussion Thread

[deafenears]

any plans for a 6.35mm / 1/4" and/or 4-pin XLR plug?

 

[feverfive]

I just placed an order with Linsoul for the DUW-02 + 2.5mm balanced plug + 4.4mm balanced plug. Not a bad deal for what looks like a well-constructed cable (which is all I want; <fingerscrossed>) that I can quickly swap between my laptop hp out plus balanced outputs on my A&K DAP and soon-to-be-ordered Sony DAP. This will be my first Dunu product.

 

[roygbiv6]

I put some thoughts on this cable with the IMR PB1 in that thread but thought I'd pop them here too. Its a very nice cable that pairs nicely with the PB1. Sounds great, looks great, feels great & is very well made. The plug system is superb and I'll be getting more of these cables now I have the plugs.

I have to say this PB1 & Hulk cable combo is superb. I havent heard a full copper cable with this much detail before. I went back to stock for a bit to see if it was the cable and wow. It has a beautiful level of warmth and richness. Bass is perfect really and not too present like on some copper cables. It feels like its capable of carrying everything the 220 & amp8 pumps out to the PB1.

I wasn't sure how comfortable and practical it would be but after about a day and a half the cable became more supple and it is very comfortable. Crazy for a cable this thick. I got it for listening when I am not moving but have been walking about with it in fine. Wouldn't be my 1st choice for commuting say but it could be done.

Anyway I like it a lot if you had your eye on it and wasn't sure it's a great cable that is worth the money.

 

[HuoYuanJia]

Pre-ordered the Blanche, guys. Really like the DUNU cables and the Blanche looks stunning on top! Will see how it pairs with some of my higher-end IEM.

BTW, does anyone know if DUNU is working on straight terminations? Having the quick switch it would be awesome to choose between L-shaped and straight termination.

 

[katatonicone1]

Is Lyre bold bass kind of cable? I like DUW-02 but sonically would love more bassier representation.

 

[roygbiv6]

Pre-ordered the Blanche, guys. Really like the DUNU cables and the Blanche looks stunning on top! Will see how it pairs with some of my higher-end IEM.

BTW, does anyone know if DUNU is working on straight terminations? Having the quick switch it would be awesome to choose between L-shaped and straight termination.

I'll be very interested to know what it is like. I would like to get more of these cables as well made and the plug system is great and much better than using adaptors.

I've been looking at the Blanche and Noble to go with the Hulk but there are not a lot of reviews about.

 

[SQ13]

I couldnt find any review on the Noble too. Can anyone advise if the mmcx have any problem fitting into the Sony ier-z1r, Shure 846, etc

 

[DUNU-Topsound]

I couldnt find any review on the Noble too. Can anyone advise if the mmcx have any problem fitting into the Sony ier-z1r, Shure 846, etc

The connectors on all of our current standalone cables use a standard MMCX interface. Unless the earphones themselves have a custom recessed MMCX seat or a keyed ring, there should be no issue. We've had no issue with them fitting the IER-Z1R or SE846.

MMCX compatibility is an issue with our older, now-discontinued models, such as the DN-2002 and TITAN 3/5. For example, the DN-2002 uses a keyed overmold for its MMCX connectors. We did this in the past to improve the longevity of the MMCX connection, but we managed to improve MMCX's shelf life with our Catch-Hold seat mechanism on our current portfolio of earphones (people will notice that MMCX cables latch onto our earphones very tightly). Thus, we switched to the standard MMCX connector to improve compatibility.

 

[Facta]

The connectors on all of our current standalone cables use a standard MMCX interface. Unless the earphones themselves have a custom recessed MMCX seat or a keyed ring, there should be no issue. We've had no issue with them fitting the IER-Z1R or SE846.

MMCX compatibility is an issue with our older, now-discontinued models, such as the DN-2002 and TITAN 3/5. For example, the DN-2002 uses a keyed overmold for its MMCX connectors. We did this in the past to improve the longevity of the MMCX connection, but we managed to improve MMCX's shelf life with our Catch-Hold seat mechanism on our current portfolio of earphones (people will notice that MMCX cables latch onto our earphones very tightly). Thus, we switched to the standard MMCX connector to improve compatibility.

Would the MMCX of Blanche fit Sennheiser IE 500 Pro?

And any 2-pin variant from Blanche or other that might fit UM Universal MEST?

 

[superuser1]

Anyone try out the Lyre? What kind of change in sound would one expect from these?

 

[DUNU-Topsound]

Would the MMCX of Blanche fit Sennheiser IE 500 Pro?

AFAIK, Sennheiser does not use MMCX, so no.

And any 2-pin variant from Blanche or other that might fit UM Universal MEST?

Not sure, but the MEST might be using the extruded 2-pin seats, similar to those on qdc and old UE models. For this type, we would only switch the polarity on one side to match the polarity configuration. That would be a custom order process.

 

[audio123]

Luna Stock
Blanche
Chord
Noble
DUW-02
Lyre
Hulk
Viridian

 

[feverfive]

I just placed an order with Linsoul for the DUW-02 + 2.5mm balanced plug + 4.4mm balanced plug. Not a bad deal for what looks like a well-constructed cable (which is all I want; <fingerscrossed>) that I can quickly swap between my laptop hp out plus balanced outputs on my A&K DAP and soon-to-be-ordered Sony DAP. This will be my first Dunu product.

Man, I screwed up badly by not paying the $12 extra for express shipping, I think. I totally disregarded doing so after recent experiences with buying from Europe -- paying for expedited shipping just didn't seem to matter; it was going to always take a month+ to receive it here in the U.S. Now....I'm not so sure that applies to shipping from Asia. I bought something from a Japanese shop earlier this week, and it was shipped express. Looks like I'll have it in a couple more days. Meanwhile, it looks like my DUW-02 order hasn't left Asia (hard to say for sure because tracking isn't the best). Oh well, my fault for being dismissive + cheap, hahahaha.

Moral of the story: gents, unless the cost is outrageous, paying for express shipping is the smart way to go.

 

[DUNU-Topsound]

Man, I screwed up badly by not paying the $12 extra for express shipping, I think. I totally disregarded doing so after recent experiences with buying from Europe -- paying for expedited shipping just didn't seem to matter; it was going to always take a month+ to receive it here in the U.S. Now....I'm not so sure that applies to shipping from Asia. I bought something from a Japanese shop earlier this week, and it was shipped express. Looks like I'll have it in a couple more days. Meanwhile, it looks like my DUW-02 order hasn't left Asia (hard to say for sure because tracking isn't the best). Oh well, my fault for being dismissive + cheap, hahahaha.

Moral of the story: gents, unless the cost is outrageous, paying for express shipping is the smart way to go.

Shipping has been a nightmare in the pandemic era unfortunately. That's why we put up such a large warning splash page on our website --- we didn't want people to worry. It has slowly improved, however, at least for shipping to Europe. What used to take 30 days a couple months ago is down to under two weeks.

 

[Ony38]

@DUNU-Topsound Any comparison between Hulk and Blanche?