**** PT15 vs. Monk+ A<->B testing
Last nigh I compared the PT15 and MP by using a "Y" cable - both plugged in at once so easy to switch. The source is an LG V10.
If one word were to describe each, MP - warm and PT15 - bright. The PT15 will appeal to those of us that appreciate treble, and the high end is crisp and clear, without being sibilant. Mids and lows/bass - I would characterize as balanced. Maybe closer to v shaped. The mids aren't recessed IMO. The area that the PT15 shines is on separation and very good resolution. On instruments - the bass guitar was clear and stood out in the mix, vocal harmonies - on a few challenging tracks ability to discern the two voices in the harmony very good. The MP is no slouch, and only when AB testing does is it become apparent that the PT15 is a step or two better in terms of resolution. At least one step.
This morning I was listening in shuffle mode, a John Coletrane track popped up. When the snare drums came on 10 seconds into the song, I thought there was something going on in the room, and removed the PT15 from my ears! It has a live sound. I'm not a basshead, and the PT15 certainly isn't bass heavy, so this is my preferred sound signature. A concern is if will hold up to pleasurable listening for extended periods of time. The sound of the MP and PT15 is very different. For extended listening I'd probably use the MP, and for critical listening - high fidelity, well produced tracks, I'd use the PT15. The PT15 revealed more flaws in poorly recorded music.
I don't have any high end earbuds at this time, so take my opinions with a grain of salt, and best to wait until more experienced folks provide their opinions to make a purchase decision. But I think **** did a great job. It must be that graphene driver that grabbed our attention in the first place
Note the MP is one button. On my one buttons I use the same color foam on each side and rely on the button to indicate right. The **** has a red and blue band. Red and blue foams are included but two colors are really not necessary. The donuts are black.
