[ClieOS]

Would you consider the LE Cygnus a big and worthwhile upgrade ( I listen to mostly R&B and pop music) from the original Cygnus ? I love the original one but found the BK to neutral for my tastes....

Original Cygnus is already really good, thus doubling the price for Cygnus LE will not give you double the SQ. In that sense, I'll say no, it is not by any measure a 'big' upgrade. Besides, as I have said, the sound signature on Cygnus LE is quite different from Cygnus and BK, so there isn't a 'direct upgrade' either, you will probably have to listen for yourself to know whether this new sound is for you or not.

 

[slappypete]

@golov17

Do you have a link to the Docomo? I haven't heard of it before and can't seem to find it on aliexpress. Thanks.

 

[smith]

Original Cygnus is already really good, thus doubling the price for Cygnus LE will not give you double the SQ. In that sense, I'll say no, it is not by any measure a 'big' upgrade. Besides, as I have said, the sound signature on Cygnus LE is quite different from Cygnus and BK, so there isn't a 'direct upgrade' either, you will probably have to listen for yourself to know whether this new sound is for you or not.

Thanks, your post makes perfect sense.

 

[golov17]

@golov17

Do you have a link to the Docomo? I haven't heard of it before and can't seem to find it on aliexpress. Thanks.

2017 New NICEHCK DIY PK2 Earbud In Ear Earphone Flat Head Plug Earplugs Headset Earbud Use For NTT DoCoMo Smart Phone IPhone
http://s.aliexpress.com/zU3ANzAZ
http://h5.m.taobao.com/awp/core/detail.htm?id=544491031669&toSite=main

 

[slappypete]

2017 New NICEHCK DIY PK2 Earbud In Ear Earphone Flat Head Plug Earplugs Headset Earbud Use For NTT DoCoMo Smart Phone IPhone
http://s.aliexpress.com/zU3ANzAZ
http://h5.m.taobao.com/awp/core/detail.htm?id=544491031669&toSite=main

Thanks! I didn't realize it was the NICEHCK DIY PK2. Thought it was something else.

 

[Ira Delphic]

Thanks! I didn't realize it was the NICEHCK DIY PK2. Thought it was something else.

I have two versions, of the Nicehck DIY PK2, the black cable and original white shell. They sound identical but I can do an AB test if anyone's intersted.
So much for the Cygnus using NOS (new old stock) drivers. Appears to just be marketing. Big thanks to @golov for sharing the driver photos and listening experience.

Between the DIY PK2 and the EB200, Nicehck is on a roll!!!

 

[slappypete]

@golov17

I saw in an old post of yours from 2015 that you recabled a pair of mx980's. I would like to do the same. Do you have any advice you could offer on opening up these shells without damaging anything? Thanks.

 

[ctaxxxx]

Got my CAX Black in today! Now starts the long burn in process. But wow, the cable is crazy stiff. Got a neat Cypherus box though.

My CampFred 2 buds just shipped as well. Hopefully no delays for that one.

 

[ozkan]

Again, my Vido still requires a bit more burn-in. But as far as initial impression goes, it is surprisingly similar to the original Sennheiser MX500 in tuning, but overall seems to be a bit better as well. Pretty solid entry level earbuds as far as I concerned.



No. My preference is Stardust > Zen 2.0 > HP-650.

Not agreed. Sennheiser MX500 sounds thinner and less powerful vs Vido. Vido has fuller bass and midrange and has better detail retrieval. At least mine doesn't have similarities with MX500 except shell.

Are you using it naked or with foams @ClieOS ?

 

[cigarello]

What would you guys say is the best sub $120 earbud? I can get the Zen 2.0 for $110 but everyone seems to be praising the Stardust as the top tier earbud...?

 

[kfarndog]

What would you guys say is the best sub $120 earbud? I can get the Zen 2.0 for $110 but everyone seems to be praising the Stardust as the top tier earbud...?

I quite like the Rose Masya in that price range. Your mileage always varies, depending on what type of music and signature you prefer.

 

[ClieOS]

Not agreed. Sennheiser MX500 sounds thinner and less powerful vs Vido. Vido has fuller bass and midrange and has better detail retrieval. At least mine doesn't have similarities with MX500 except shell.

Are you using it naked or with foams @ClieOS ?

Both with foam, and I measured the frequency response on both to make sure it isn't just in my head.

 

[cigarello]

I quite like the Rose Masya in that price range. Your mileage always varies, depending on what type of music and signature you prefer.

Thanks for your input! I like a warmer sound signature that isn't too analytical or cold. I do however love hearing little details in the highs but I do prefer to have a slightly warmer sound. Mids cannot be recessed too much and I want at least some sub and mid bass.

Is the Masya better than the Zen or Stardust? Maybe @ClieOS could chime in? Cheers

 

[golov17]

@golov17

I saw in an old post of yours from 2015 that you recabled a pair of mx980's. I would like to do the same. Do you have any advice you could offer on opening up these shells without damaging anything? Thanks.

No, just be careful, good luck

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[PT7673]

I forgot what the model number for it is and it is no longer in my aliexpress history, but it looks identical to the AWK-F32S (zen 1 cable and aesthetic). I called it the V1 because I know at the time of purchasing it was the first Seahf 32 ohm bud with that look. So I'd say it is the AWK-F32S, unless they made more than one 32 ohm bud with the zen 1 cable and white housing. Here is a link.

Thanks a lot @slappypete