[ezekiel77]

   
Black Friday is coming, we're all psyched isn't it? It's always been the same old boring cash rebates or discounts whenever it's this time of the season..

 

 
Something that could sway me into getting Ares II+ would be awesome just sayin'...
 
Enjoying the Eros I immensely. Full-bodied bass and sparkly treble.

 

[chaiyuta]

Will the black Friday campaign affect to a local distributor?

 

[cuiter23]

 


Black Friday is coming, we're all psyched isn't it? It's always been the same old boring cash rebates or discounts whenever it's this time of the season..

How about something different this year!! Effect Audio has decided to launch an exclusive program to reward everybody that supported us and brought us where we are currently  

More details to be released on closer date! 

-Eric


 

 
Can't wait!

 

[EffectAudio]

 
Here we go~!! Effect Audio has completed the preparations for the BlackFriday Promo. Here's the exciting details... 

We will be holding the Two-Tiered BlackFriday promotional campaign! Enjoy yourselves and have a blast shopping for your head-fi equipments this Nov !!

1. Cash Rebate / Discount

Effect Audio Website will be offering 15% off for the Cable products. Our collaboration IEM/CIEMs will not be applicable. The promotional period runs from 21st - 30th November

2. Black Friday Loyalty Upgrade Program

Existing EA users may send in their current cables (Thor Copper and above) to upgrade by adding either:

1) 4wire of "Ares II" (Pure Litz Multi-sized stranded Copper)  - [RRP : US$149.9]
2) 4wire of "Thor Silver II" (Pure Litz Multi-sized stranded Silver) [RRP : US$349.9]

"Bespoke" fees and craftsmanship fee will be waived. To further spice things up, these 4 wire upgrade are entitled to 15% off. The upgrade program period runs from 21st - 30th November.

Please email to eric@effectaudio.com for any further queries.
 

 

[Xamdou]

@EffectAudio I don't quite understand the Black Friday Loyalty Program. Can someone explain it to me?

 

[EffectAudio]

  @EffectAudio I don't quite understand the Black Friday Loyalty Program. Can someone explain it to me?

Hello Guys, 

Apologies for the unclear description on  "Loyalty Program". I'll try to explain it clearer.

1. The loyalty program is applicable for everybody who currently owns a Effect Audio cable. It can only be done for cables that are Thor Copper and above  : ( IE - Thor Copper , Ares, Ares II , Thor Silver, Thor Silver II, Eros, Eros II, Mars , Leonidas)

2. Only for 26awg cables

3. Loyalty program works by adding either 4 wire "Ares II" or 4 wire "Thor Silver II" into your current cable to make it a 8 wire "Bespoke Configuration"

4. 15% off on the purchase of "Ares II" & "Thor Silver II". "Bespoke" fees of adding them into your current cable is waived. 

Hope this helps

-Eric
 

 

[EagleWings]

Has anyone tried the Leonidas and Eros II+? If yes, could you please compare the tonality and resolution?
 
I have read individual impressions of these 2 cables, but can't seem to find any comparison online.

 

[iankim]

Hello all,
 
I will be having my VE6X1 by January next year.
I am thinking what would be a good cable for it, any recommendation?
I am looking into improving the bass, what I mean is, make it more lean, improve low end detail/texture, faster.
(dont get me wrong VE6X1 is already very good by default)
My DAP is AK300.
 
Thanks

 

[EffectAudio]

  Has anyone tried the Leonidas and Eros II+? If yes, could you please compare the tonality and resolution?
 
I have read individual impressions of these 2 cables, but can't seem to find any comparison online.

 

  Hello all,
 
I will be having my VE6X1 by January next year.
I am thinking what would be a good cable for it, any recommendation?
I am looking into improving the bass, what I mean is, make it more lean, improve low end detail/texture, faster.
(dont get me wrong VE6X1 is already very good by default)
My DAP is AK300.
 
Thanks

 
Pm sent!  

-Eric

 

[Fiberoptix]

Look what just arrived. Ridiculously fast postage to the UK, I only ordered it on Tuesday! Thanks guys.

 

[EffectAudio]

Look what just arrived. Ridiculously fast postage to the UK, I only ordered it on Tuesday! Thanks guys.

Thank you for your kind support of our products Glad you've received it in good order. How's the Eros II going for you so far?~ 

-Eric

 

[EffectAudio]

Final run till the end of Effect Black Friday Promo Campaign 2016 ~

Please note we are almost out of materials for the following products:

1) "Leonidas",
2) "Eros" ,
3) "Ares II+"

- Eric

 

[Fiberoptix]

 
Thank you for your kind support of our products Glad you've received it in good order. How's the Eros II going for you so far?~ 

-Eric

I only have my Fischer Amps FA4E with me right now so have been comparing the Eros II with the Heir Magnus SPC Cable I have with it. Quick impressions from switching between the two today (I haven't burned this in and don't really buy into the theory with cables)...
 
I like the Magnus, it pushes the stage a little distant compared to a stock cable which portrays a different presentation of the music like you are watching it rather than being in and amongst it. Magnus seems to have quick attack and decay which gives a slightly thinner midrange note but has decent definition and air, the downside is that the stage does feel narrower than stock as it is further away and can get congested with complex and busy music and seem a bit harsh. Bass has quicker decay. You could say this cable has a slightly aggressive sound when compared to a stock cable.
 
Switching to Eros II. It is quite different. There is a now a slight warmth and liquidity to everything but it maintains the sparkle at the top end. It gives the FA4E XB a more natural and smooth tone but detail levels are similar. Aggressiveness is gone but the sound is still quite lively and engaging. The most noticeable difference is the soundstage; it is a lot wider and closer than the Magnus, you are now on stage with the band. With live recordings you feel the crowd around you, it is much more holographic. Notes seem to linger a bit longer which is most noticeable on the bass. There is airiness but with a hint of warmth around everything, very floaty. I find overall resolution is similar to Magnus.
 
I haven't mentioned specific frequency changes as I don't think it really affects in that way. The noticeable changes are in space, stage presentation and ADSR. My observed changes on warmth are due to longer decay of bass, I do not notice any elevation.
 
I think Eros II pairs well with FA4E XB. However, I really bought this cable for the Heir 10 which is currently in getting fixed. Looking forward to testing it out when it returns.
 
All in all, so far happy with the purchase!

 

[ryanjsoo]

Just received my Ares II+ from the recent giveaway. Huge thanks to EffectAudio for the swift shipping to Australia! Listening through my Oriveti's and Shure's, everything is sounding super clean so far but I'll have to do more testing before I post a formal review. Visually and ergonomically speaking, the cable sure makes a strong first impression. It's super beefy but very supple, had almost no memory out of the box. The heat shrink ear guides are also well shaped and I'm loving the new Y-split and 3.5mm plug, you guys have come a long way since the Apollo! 

 

[ironpeg]

My impression on Heracles. Sorry I took too long to write this.

 
Effect Audio: Heracles
 
Specification
Technical Specifications:

1. 26 AWG
2. 8 Wire Braid (Unique Construction)
3. Flexible Insulation
4. New EA CF Connectors & Y-Split
5. UPOCC Gold Plated Silver & New Type Silver Litz Hybrid
6. Mundorf Supreme Solder

 
Ergonomics
            The cable is 8 wire braided. Solid and robust for usage. I use them both inside and outside the house with no trouble. The cable is very flexible despite being 8 wire braided.
 
Sound
Presentation
            Heracles expands the soundstage impressively. I think the stage is 30% wider and 20% in deeper in depth than stock cable.
Bass
            Bass is tighter, deeper and cleaner with more impacts and kicks. Mid bass is a little boost.
Mid
            Mid is the most impressive improvement. It clears up the muddy sound from my Roxanne. Clarity improves by a large margin in this area.
High
            Heracles improves the details and reduced the harshness of high note. Cymbal sparkling is very nice with Heracles.
 
Conclusion
            Heracles greatly improves the stage of the iems. Mid bass boost could be a little bit overwhelm and affect the sparkling of treble in some songs. I would recommend this cable to people who seek more boost on the kick and impact of bass while retaining crispy clear details. 
 
Price: 3.5/5
Bass: 5/5
Mid: 5/5
Treble: 5/5
Soundstage: 5/5