[twister6]

I think having an entire keyboard with the "E" in a gothic font would be cool af but also incredibly frustrating to actually use

A bit off topic, but what's up with this fascination of keyboards? A new trend? I thought it is for gaming only. Now, I see some audio stores selling it and Crin also working for one of the keyboard manufacturers, doing PR?

 

[Eric Chong]

A bit off topic, but what's up with this fascination of keyboards? A new trend? I thought it is for gaming only. Now, I see some audio stores selling it and Crin also working for one of the keyboard manufacturers, doing PR?

Probably somebody figured audio enthusiast would probably be someone who invests in keyboards

 

[Layman1]

Probably somebody figured audio enthusiast would probably be someone who invests in keyboards

They're probably thinking that if you're into beats and things, then a keyboard that loudly clacks like a circa-1960's typewriter is clearly going to be your thing

 

[Sifo]

It's nothing new and has been some overlap for a very long time. I "officially" got REALLY into audio around 2013 which was also my peak activity in keyboards as well. Some keyboard friends introduced me to nice audio gear and here I am. That being said it has grown to become unbelievably popular so it's not surprising to see people try to capitalize on it. I'm far less involved now as I don't have the energy for it, and I'm much happier pursuing new stuff in audio, but of course I still dabble and contribute here and there over in keyboard land. Just less desire to interact with people vs having nice discussions over in portafi land.

 

[mvvRAZ]

Just loads of overlap between gear freaks in all kinds of hobbies. A ton of headfiers are into cameras as well

 

[Jayden]

Spent a good amount of time listening the past day on the Utopia with my new ET Inferno~!! Man, the unboxing experience is still top notch despite it being a simpler design than the IEM cables. Love the leather pouch that comes with the Inferno.

I think Eric has updated the 4.4mm to fit the inferno, while having the same form factor as the IEM 4.4mm , i thought it was rather thoughtful, it compliments the entire cable size rather well

Wearability / ergo of this cable is pretty good, I expected more weight from holding it but it seems to play nice with my Utopia, not too cumbersome and definitely not weighing my head down either.

Onto the sound - wow! What a fleshy presentation. I can't explain it well but it felt like a veil was taken off and everything seems larger scale and instruments / vocals sounded bigger as well. I found the bass to be very satisfying with the inferno and it only appears when needed, no bloat in the mids at all. My biggest worry of it slicing off the top extensions or muting the trebles and highs were unfounded. The highs were as sparkly as ever and headspace is still ever present as with stock Utopia cable.

All in all, a very classic Eletech product experience. Pretty long wait this time around but it was well worth it!

Now im eagerly waiting for more Eletech news that being teased to come. @Eric Chong you're not good for my wallet =)

 

[Kiats]

Spent a good amount of time listening the past day on the Utopia with my new ET Inferno~!! Man, the unboxing experience is still top notch despite it being a simpler design than the IEM cables. Love the leather pouch that comes with the Inferno.



I think Eric has updated the 4.4mm to fit the inferno, while having the same form factor as the IEM 4.4mm , i thought it was rather thoughtful, it compliments the entire cable size rather well



Wearability / ergo of this cable is pretty good, I expected more weight from holding it but it seems to play nice with my Utopia, not too cumbersome and definitely not weighing my head down either.

Onto the sound - wow! What a fleshy presentation. I can't explain it well but it felt like a veil was taken off and everything seems larger scale and instruments / vocals sounded bigger as well. I found the bass to be very satisfying with the inferno and it only appears when needed, no bloat in the mids at all. My biggest worry of it slicing off the top extensions or muting the trebles and highs were unfounded. The highs were as sparkly as ever and headspace is still ever present as with stock Utopia cable.

All in all, a very classic Eletech product experience. Pretty long wait this time around but it was well worth it!

Now im eagerly waiting for more Eletech news that being teased to come. @Eric Chong you're not good for my wallet =)

Yes... it's such a gorgeous cable: looks and sound signature!

 

[Eric Chong]

@Eric Chong you're not good for my wallet

Glad that you're enjoying the Inferno man, sorry for the extra long wait this time around.

PS: You might want to keep a lookout / prowl here week 1/2 of July

 

[KuroKitsu]

PS: You might want to keep a lookout / prowl here week 1/2 of July

Eric doing his best Billy Mays impression here: "But wait, there's morrrrrre!"

@Jayden definitely bad for your wallet

 

[Jayden]

Glad that you're enjoying the Inferno man, sorry for the extra long wait this time around.

PS: You might want to keep a lookout / prowl here week 1/2 of July

Sheesh I think I know what is coming. You’re toxic!

 

[kenjamin0523]

My inferno just arrived today thank to @Eric Chong to help me with declaration.
Beautiful package and well build cable.
The sound out of the box is transparent, clear, full-body, thickness, neutral / colorless. I think the cable itself doesnt add any color to the sound signature of a headphone, but just improves your headphone in term of soundstage, detail, clarity, and add body to all-round.
- Some think: I dont like at first hope it can be better after burning. I hear a very transparent and clear sound, but not a dark background as I expected, it’s not as black as my Siltech Duchess Crown cable. I hear a little roll off at high-mid on my Utopia makes female vocal is not beautiful as it should be.

 

[Jayden]

My inferno just arrived today thank to @Eric Chong to help me with declaration.
Beautiful package and well build cable.
The sound out of the box is transparent, clear, full-body, thickness, neutral / colorless. I think the cable itself doesnt add any color to the sound signature of a headphone, but just improves your headphone in term of soundstage, detail, clarity, and add body to all-round.
- Some think: I dont like at first hope it can be better after burning. I hear a very transparent and clear sound, but not a dark background as I expected, it’s not as black as my Siltech Duchess Crown cable. I hear a little roll off at high-mid on my Utopia makes female vocal is not beautiful as it should be.

On the contrary, I liked the inferno quite a bit as it played nicely with the Utopia. I was rather worried of it inducing some dark warm or bloomy texture to the clear and distinct Utopia signature but I'm glad it didn't. The Inferno opened up quite a bit after clocking 35-40 hours on it, not sure if it's brain burn in or cable burn in haha!

 

[Eric Chong]

On the contrary, I liked the inferno quite a bit as it played nicely with the Utopia. I was rather worried of it inducing some dark warm or bloomy texture to the clear and distinct Utopia signature but I'm glad it didn't. The Inferno opened up quite a bit after clocking 35-40 hours on it, not sure if it's brain burn in or cable burn in haha!

Inferno needs quite a significant burn in time (compared to the IEM line-up). I would say 80+ hours would be a good period.

 

[kenjamin0523]

On the contrary, I liked the inferno quite a bit as it played nicely with the Utopia. I was rather worried of it inducing some dark warm or bloomy texture to the clear and distinct Utopia signature but I'm glad it didn't. The Inferno opened up quite a bit after clocking 35-40 hours on it, not sure if it's brain burn in or cable burn in haha!

Yeah, like I said, the cable is neutral and colorless.

 

[FlyHigh247]

Hi guys, just got my new Socrates from the delivery earlier today. The packaging, metallic card and the pouch looks perfect! The cable, is just gorgeous. I love how the splitter reflects light, simply dazzling! This looks like the start of the many more purchases in the future Will listen to it over the weekends and update my thoughts over here. Super excited!