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@vladstef Prolly the first version of the **** PT15. That thing was razor sharp/metallic the first and only time I tried it. You could also check Toneking buds as bright with very wide soundstage is kind of their house sound. There's also the NiceHCK DIY PK2 which sports a midcentric and bright signature.
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chaiyuta
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Today I bought a digital caliper called OKURA ODC-150.
O.D. of Penon BS1 Front Cover = 16.75 mm.
O.D. of Kinera Buds Front Cover = 16.07 mm.
Hope this helps.
O.D. of Penon BS1 Front Cover = 16.75 mm.
O.D. of Kinera Buds Front Cover = 16.07 mm.
Hope this helps.
Hey guys. I lost my Monk v1 (black shell) 
one of my favorite earbuds for its sound signature kinda veiled and powerful when paired with a good amp.
I have seen a lot of love to EMX500 now, I've already bought one and I'm waiting it arrives now. But reading old posts, do the problems regarding QC like such a bad driver placement causing bass issues still happening nowadays? Really hoping I won't find a lemon, lol.
Also, can someone with Shozy BK and old graphenes (NiceHCK) confirm if their sound signature is kind of similar? Reading polarized opinions about graphene it's either "OMG it's so good!" or "Who's the deaf guy who tuned this earbud?".
one of my favorite earbuds for its sound signature kinda veiled and powerful when paired with a good amp.I have seen a lot of love to EMX500 now, I've already bought one and I'm waiting it arrives now. But reading old posts, do the problems regarding QC like such a bad driver placement causing bass issues still happening nowadays? Really hoping I won't find a lemon, lol.
Also, can someone with Shozy BK and old graphenes (NiceHCK) confirm if their sound signature is kind of similar? Reading polarized opinions about graphene it's either "OMG it's so good!" or "Who's the deaf guy who tuned this earbud?".
Today I bought a digital caliper called OKURA ODC-150.
O.D. of Penon BS1 Front Cover = 16.75 mm.
O.D. of Kinera Buds Front Cover = 16.07 mm.
Hope this helps.
You are now the official thread earbud measurement officer
Seriously though, a comparative list for all earbuds would help a lot of people to make better informed choices, if bud size / fit is an issue.
chaiyuta
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@j4100 : Thanks. I will appreciate if someone sent me review unit to do measurement. lol
I'm sure I have vernier calipers somewhere. I'll dig them out soon and measure the buds i have.
Not close at all tbh, I read that review on headfi comparing them but in reality they have different signatures.. BK is balanced and slightly warm. Graphene is slightly V shape and neutral.Hey guys. I lost my Monk v1 (black shell)
I have seen a lot of love to EMX500 now, I've already bought one and I'm waiting it arrives now. But reading old posts, do the problems regarding QC like such a bad driver placement causing bass issues still happening nowadays? Really hoping I won't find a lemon, lol.
Also, can someone with Shozy BK and old graphenes (NiceHCK) confirm if their sound signature is kind of similar? Reading polarized opinions about graphene it's either "OMG it's so good!" or "Who's the deaf guy who tuned this earbud?".
Graphene is good for the price but I didn’t love it, BK is expensive but I absolutely adore it’s sound signature, perfect midrange and extended high + analog bass.
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You are now the official thread earbud measurement officer
Seriously though, a comparative list for all earbuds would help a lot of people to make better informed choices, if bud size / fit is an issue.
That would certainly help but I am finding that fit for me involves more than just the diameter of the shell. The shape, the curve, the fit of the stem (is there a special name for that part?) all affect comfort for me. This is why the Moondrop Nameless did not work for me.
@seanc6441 , @chinmie , @waynes world , thank for suggestions. I don't actually prefer bright sound but I want to extract the driver and experiment a bit in some diy builds. **** PT15 is an excellent candidate given the low price.
On another hand, for some time now I had a pair of, what seamed, throw-away buds that I didn't even want to listen to (they were acquired from some sort of a bulk packaging and cost me like 0.5 euros, guy who was selling them had no idea how good they were, probably stolen goods from somewhere). Anyways, I put them in yesterday and I couldn't believe the sound. There is no branding nor logo of any kind, cable is Vido quality pretty much but they have a mic which makes me think that these are somewhat modern. Maybe someone knows what these are...
I opened them up and the driver is only held by this rubber ring - I cut the pieces that went over the driver and covered some of the holes so that only the ring remains. I knew that I had seen this driver design on aliexpress and I think this one is it, this was the look of the rubber cover. Quite expensive as far as stand alone earbud drivers go, not surprised to be honest.
On another hand, for some time now I had a pair of, what seamed, throw-away buds that I didn't even want to listen to (they were acquired from some sort of a bulk packaging and cost me like 0.5 euros, guy who was selling them had no idea how good they were, probably stolen goods from somewhere). Anyways, I put them in yesterday and I couldn't believe the sound. There is no branding nor logo of any kind, cable is Vido quality pretty much but they have a mic which makes me think that these are somewhat modern. Maybe someone knows what these are...
I opened them up and the driver is only held by this rubber ring - I cut the pieces that went over the driver and covered some of the holes so that only the ring remains. I knew that I had seen this driver design on aliexpress and I think this one is it, this was the look of the rubber cover. Quite expensive as far as stand alone earbud drivers go, not surprised to be honest.
B9Scrambler
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@seanc6441 , @chinmie , @waynes world , thank for suggestions. I don't actually prefer bright sound but I want to extract the driver and experiment a bit in some diy builds. **** PT15 is an excellent candidate given the low price.
On another hand, for some time now I had a pair of, what seamed, throw-away buds that I didn't even want to listen to (they were acquired from some sort of a bulk packaging and cost me like 0.5 euros, guy who was selling them had no idea how good they were, probably stolen goods from somewhere). Anyways, I put them in yesterday and I couldn't believe the sound. There is no branding nor logo of any kind, cable is Vido quality pretty much but they have a mic which makes me think that these are somewhat modern. Maybe someone knows what these are...
I opened them up and the driver is only held by this rubber ring - I cut the pieces that went over the driver and covered some of the holes so that only the ring remains. I knew that I had seen this driver design on aliexpress and I think this one is it, this was the look of the rubber cover. Quite expensive as far as stand alone earbud drivers go, not surprised to be honest.
I've got a set of those kicking around somewhere but they're terminated in a 3pole 2.5mm jack. Wonder if they'd work through the Walnut F1's 2.5mm balanced out?
Anything to compare to? As good as emx500/graphene? better?@seanc6441 , @chinmie , @waynes world , thank for suggestions. I don't actually prefer bright sound but I want to extract the driver and experiment a bit in some diy builds. **** PT15 is an excellent candidate given the low price.
On another hand, for some time now I had a pair of, what seamed, throw-away buds that I didn't even want to listen to (they were acquired from some sort of a bulk packaging and cost me like 0.5 euros, guy who was selling them had no idea how good they were, probably stolen goods from somewhere). Anyways, I put them in yesterday and I couldn't believe the sound. There is no branding nor logo of any kind, cable is Vido quality pretty much but they have a mic which makes me think that these are somewhat modern. Maybe someone knows what these are...
I opened them up and the driver is only held by this rubber ring - I cut the pieces that went over the driver and covered some of the holes so that only the ring remains. I knew that I had seen this driver design on aliexpress and I think this one is it, this was the look of the rubber cover. Quite expensive as far as stand alone earbud drivers go, not surprised to be honest.
Well, this might be an excellent way to practice, given that @B9Scrambler has the same pair and he will give you a better idea. They are mid forward, very nice bass texture, smooth top end but not enough sparkle for me, bass actually goes down to 20Hz, although it's not loud. Vocals are very nice, better than EMX500, Vido. Kinda similar sound signature compared to Auglamour RX-1, but less punch in the lower-mid range I think. Also, the sound stage is more akin to RX-1 where it's atmospheric but not wide like EMX does.
This is just going from a quick listen and I didn't directly compare them to anything. Certainly the most value I've ever had given that I paid close to nothing for these
These are very smooth that is certain. I am already thinking of recabling, this cable can't be any good and the sound might go up.
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ctaxxxx
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If you have more budget for MMCX cable and focus on functionality and appearance. Mee Audio Universal Balanced cable might be meet your life-style usage. Unfortunately, I don't know where you could bought and which store could ship to your countries. Though I see only MEE Audio earphones are sold in aliexpress.
Congrats that you already got AMP4. Enjoy listening. I am considering my next upgraded cable would be terminated as 4.4 mm plug. Also, 4.4 mm plug provides a bigger soldering point inside its barrel that is easier to solder 8-wire. YMMV.
@j4100 @DJ The Rocket : I've learnt Japanese and many kanji character are borrowed from Chinese, so I can guess what I should click and search typing on taobao store.
I really wish I saw this earlier. A cable and 3 right-angled adapters, all for $100?! Now I want my $50 back from Effect Audio for their expensive 2.5mm to 3.5mm right-angle adapter... And I just purchased iBasso's adapters as well...
For those wondering: It's on Amazon
golov17
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MEE Audio MMCX 2.5mm Balanced Audio Cable with 3.5mm 4.4mm Stereo Adapter Set
http://s.aliexpress.com/IFNF7nqi
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