[Craftsman1511]

Spoke to Eric recently about the Socrates 8 before going on a sabbatical and I got really interested in getting one when the time comes. All the positive reviews about Socrates 8 final prototype from you guys just made the poison more potent!

Just one thing I would like to ask, for those who've listened to the Socrates 8 (initial or final protoypes), what are your thoughts on the cable, or how does the initial prototype compare to the final one?

 

[jlemaster1957]

Spoke to Eric recently about the Socrates 8 before going on a sabbatical and I got really interested in getting one when the time comes. All the positive reviews about Socrates 8 final prototype from you guys just made the poison more potent!

Just one thing I would like to ask, for those who've listened to the Socrates 8 (initial or final protoypes), what are your thoughts on the cable, or how does the initial prototype compare to the final one?

I will provide full details asap. I have the OG Socrates and will compare to that, primarily, on several IEMs (EE LX, U12T, Monarch MK2). I will provide my impressions on this thread. Eric had not sent the prototype requesting a formal review but I will do my best for him.

 

[Craftsman1511]

I will provide full details asap. I have the OG Socrates and will compare to that, primarily, on several IEMs (EE LX, U12T, Monarch MK2). I will provide my impressions on this thread. Eric had not sent the prototype requesting a formal review but I will do my best for him.

Nice! Awaiting your kind impressions, especially on Soc v8. I might've missed Eric's tour/ review call somewhere. Would've definitely signed up for it

 

[jlemaster1957]

Nice! Awaiting your kind impressions, especially on Soc v8. I might've missed Eric's tour/ review call somewhere. Would've definitely signed up for it

It’s not really a tour per se. We were among those who waited for the OG Socrates for many months during the Shanghai shutdown and Eric kindly offered to allow us to have advance chance to hear it when the prototype was ready. But we will do our best to share- tho pls don’t expect a review like that of @twister6

 

[Jayden]

Literally told Eric to put me after the two of you on that list. Because I definitely wasn't getting the first 2 made, I'll settle for the third one.

Not sure if I'm still in line to get my hands on the 4th one, but if there're only 3 pieces available for reserve, I guess we would have to fight for the 3rd piece

I fell in love badly with the final tuning of Soc 8 and it took me no hesitation to tell Eric that I am definitely getting it when it's launched. Speaking of which, anyone has any insider news on the actual launch date? The suspense is killing me!

 

[Kiats]

Not sure if I'm still in line to get my hands on the 4th one, but if there're only 3 pieces available for reserve, I guess we would have to fight for the 3rd piece

I fell in love badly with the final tuning of Soc 8 and it took me no hesitation to tell Eric that I am definitely getting it when it's launched. Speaking of which, anyone has any insider news on the actual launch date? The suspense is killing me!

I frankly thought the first prototype was already stunning and so sumptuous! But Eric, being the perfectionist that we know he is, insisted that he was still going to do further work on it to improve it further.

 

[drftr]

I frankly thought the first prototype was already stunning and so sumptuous! But Eric, being the perfectionist that we know he is, insisted that he was still going to do further work on it to improve it further.

And since he's been a bit quiet in the past few days I wonder if he is reinventing either himself or Socrates 8 at the moment. Or... reading Plato's Apology about Socrates to find out what to do if the cable doesn't deliver...

drftr

 

[Kiats]

Likely to be tied up working on the Socrates 8. @metaljem77 and I are happy he is so dedicated. Look forward to the final Socrates 8. It will definitely be worth the wait!

 

[KuroKitsu]

Not sure if I'm still in line to get my hands on the 4th one, but if there're only 3 pieces available for reserve, I guess we would have to fight for the 3rd piece

I fell in love badly with the final tuning of Soc 8 and it took me no hesitation to tell Eric that I am definitely getting it when it's launched. Speaking of which, anyone has any insider news on the actual launch date? The suspense is killing me!

Eric's team is probably going " Y'all want a 4th Project 8?!"

 

[Eric Chong]

Eric's team is probably going " Y'all want a 4th Project 8?!"

Pitchforks and all, yes. Getting ready to burn me at the stake.

 

[drftr]

Pitchforks and all, yes. Getting ready to burn me at the stake.

Although there's a lot "at stake" for us, it surely won't be you

drftr

 

[Kiats]

Haha! Eric never disappoints. So, nothing at stake as far as I'm concerned

 

[Jayden]

Returning the proto back tomorrow. Last day of time with it and i know i'll miss it. Pairs exceptionally with the Fusang. My impressions of it can be super concise - Honey , Rich , Body. Anybody who prefers a lighter toned setup would probably go for the OTL instead

 

[drftr]

Returning the proto back tomorrow. Last day of time with it and i know i'll miss it. Pairs exceptionally with the Fusang. My impressions of it can be super concise - Honey , Rich , Body. Anybody who prefers a lighter toned setup would probably go for the OTL instead

Thoughts on how it compares to Socrates OG?

drftr

 

[Kiats]

Returning the proto back tomorrow. Last day of time with it and i know i'll miss it. Pairs exceptionally with the Fusang. My impressions of it can be super concise - Honey , Rich , Body. Anybody who prefers a lighter toned setup would probably go for the OTL instead

Agree. I too tried it with the Fusang primarily. I would describe the Laura as being lithe and nimble, whilst the Socrates 8 is lush and sweet. Amazing how the organic Socrates (in 4 wire format) can be so lush and sweet in 8 wire format. At the same time, there is this intimacy in the vocals, whilst there is great detail that shines through the lushness. I particularly liked how there is a deeper, layered and nuanced soundstage. The timbre is also fantastic. As I was telling Eric, I thought the conductivity was fantastic too: so much information and details coming through.

I verily think that adherents to richer, lusher mids like @metaljem77 @hshock76 and myself will enjoy this for a while yet. I even had this moment of madness when I was wondering if I should get one in 2 pin connectors and one in FitEar connectors.