[Lothar101]

NiceHCK PK2 or NiceHCK Graphene....or something else for a $20 earbud? Music types will be Pop, Rock, Blues and Rhythm & Blues with maybe some Folk thrown in.

 

[silverfishla]

Just got these delivered... on a Sunday too!

I haven't listened to them, but they are comfortable. MUCH more comfortable than the VE Monks+. Will report back after burn in/kids go to bed so I can do a more thorough comparison with my gear.

Oh good! Would love to hear what you think. I’ve got a pair coming my way. And how’s the build quality? Looks sharp.

 

[bhima]

Oh good! Would love to hear what you think. I’ve got a pair coming my way. And how’s the build quality? Looks sharp.

The build is nice, especially for $18 earbuds. The actual metal shells feel very heavy duty. Hopefully they sound as good as they look!

 

[HungryPanda]

I'm listening to my Datura-X right now and they sound very good

 

[DBaldock9]

I'm listening to my Datura-X right now and they sound very good

Sounds like the name of a Japanese Punk Rock band...

 

[mochill]

Definitely getting the TM9 tommorow:-D, it has arrived at my post office

 

[toear]

Anyone know where to find a 500ohm Samsara? I'm trying to snag one during the upcoming sale...

Or... Would anyone recommend the K's K600 instead?

Much appreciated!

 

[wskl]

i think i should make my own earbuds(good stating point due to availability of material)

but where do i source a really good driver???

@slappypete @Slater @ClieOS @CoiL and everyone
(miss hidden expert @mbwilson111 )

help me and guide me


-i would be going for MX500 shell(3D printed carbon fiber)
-MMCX ready
-Air release port like AIWA v99(actually i was drawing a design and i realised that mx500 has one more vent near the cable entry point, i can do slappypete mod with one hole open(ZEN v1 mod by @slappypete ) and attach a plastic tube which goes from this opening near cable entry of iem), it will fix the bass issue with @slappypete VE Monk+ mod and can increase bass response without muddying mids.

@audionab i think earbud business is even crazier than the iem one....

i will fix your RFNF iem.....would you be helping me on this one.

I think you will get more helpful replies from the "DIY earbud" thread.
https://www.head-fi.org/threads/diy-earbuds.822327/

 

[bhima]

Initial thoughts on Datura-X (settled on the donut foams, as the included foams enhanced a mid-bass/lower midrange resonance and veil):
Much more extended bass than the Monks (which are sort of bass one note), midrange seems to be more agile with faster decay and less mid-bass resonance, highs are pretty well extended for an earbud, though there is a peak in the 2k-4k range that can range from slightly annoying to downright frustrating depending on the recording. Soundstage seems more intimate than the monks, which I think has to do with how much more of an open back the Monks are. I'm not sure if I'm hearing more space, or if note decay is just more organic on the Monks.

Regardless, so far they are overall a few steps ahead in most areas compared to the Monks. Will report back with a more comprehensive review after I burn them in for at least 20 hours.

 

[dhruvmeena96]

I think you will get more helpful replies from the "DIY earbud" thread.
https://www.head-fi.org/threads/diy-earbuds.822327/

Thanks

 

[chinmie]

Initial thoughts on Datura-X (settled on the donut foams, as the included foams enhanced a mid-bass/lower midrange resonance and veil):
Much more extended bass than the Monks (which are sort of bass one note), midrange seems to be more agile with faster decay and less mid-bass resonance, highs are pretty well extended for an earbud, though there is a peak in the 2k-4k range that can range from slightly annoying to downright frustrating depending on the recording. Soundstage seems more intimate than the monks, which I think has to do with how much more of an open back the Monks are. I'm not sure if I'm hearing more space, or if note decay is just more organic on the Monks.

Regardless, so far they are overall a few steps ahead in most areas compared to the Monks. Will report back with a more comprehensive review after I burn them in for at least 20 hours.

give it a few hours, the bass will settle down. OOTB it is a bit bloated on midbass, but it lessen quite a bit afterwards (at least on my unit). to me this sounded similar to Auglamour RX1, intimate soundstage but with bigger perceived room size, warm-ish balanced sound, but with bigger bass and less forward mid than the RX. I'm currently using thin foams, but i think it's going to sound good with thick donuts.. will try it out later

 

[LukeVivolo]

Are the Blox TM9s up for sale? It seems that their website has not been updated in a very long time.

 

[bavinck]

This thread needs more love. Been a tough day I see.

 

[theoutsider]

Sounds like the name of a Japanese Punk Rock band...

 

[golov17]