FatFreq Grand Maestro

[MHILL007]

I’ll have more to share once I post my full review.

Wow! That looks amazing! Much better than the pelican case. Question, I’ve seen some complain about the switch and it causing comfort issues of some sort. Have you had any such issues? Thank you for posting

 

[smirks_audio]

Here are some quick shots

Very fancy. Best packaging I've seen to date.

 

[Visceral]

Personally no, but I could see it being an issue for some. All dependent on ear shape and size. I read there may have been some slight changes to the shell design but I never saw the OG in person so I can’t confirm. This may be why I don’t have an issue. I can confirm they now have a recessed 2-pin which is a change but beyond that, I’m no help.

 

[Visceral]

Very fancy. Best packaging I've seen to date.

Agreed. I received the EE Raven yesterday and while it was a beautiful package and experience, FF still takes the cake over anything I’ve personally seen.

 

[hawgrider]

Here are some quick shots

Impressive packaging.
Will be interesting to see if my custom comes in the new packaging.

 

[SCYJ]

Here are some quick shots

Holy shizz thats gorgeous.

Does anyone else know if I'm ordering from the website whether this comes by default or do I have to select the "Handcrafted Wood Case" option?

 

[Visceral]

Holy shizz thats gorgeous.

Does anyone else know if I'm ordering from the website whether this comes by default or do I have to select the "Handcrafted Wood Case" option?

Are you ordering directly from FF? If so, I’d reach out to them and ask. Or request the information from whatever distributor.

 

[Visceral]

Heres a screenshot directly from FF’s website regarding 2023 version. In line with what I received. Hope this helps.

 

[SCYJ]

Heres a screenshot directly from FF’s website regarding 2023 version. In line with what I received. Hope this helps.

Are the vocal switches on yours flushed? I heard they made that change but surprised they didn't list it down in your screenshot.

 

[Visceral]

Are the vocal switches on yours flushed? I heard they made that change but surprised they didn't list it down in your screenshot.

No, still protrude past the shell.

 

[Silantr0]

No, still protrude past the shell.

I visited their showroom last weekend, and the switch for their Grand Maestro demo has now been recessed into the shell, so it's not protruding as much anymore while still being easily assesscible.

 

[MHILL007]

I visited their showroom last weekend, and the switch for their Grand Maestro demo has now been recessed into the shell, so it's not protruding as much anymore while still being easily assesscible.

Interesting. Is this a new change?

 

[SCYJ]

Interesting. Is this a new change?

Yes apparently new change. Along with metal modules.

 

[hawgrider]

Yes apparently new change. Along with metal modules.

I found the switches were easy to accidentally bump back and forth when inserting or adjusting the GM in ear.
They did not cause any discomfort for me.
I provided feedback to FF suggesting either shorten the stem on the switch or recess them.
If they have in fact recessed the switches, I have to assume other GM owners provided similar feedback as well.
Kudos to FatFreq for listening to their customer base.

I visited their showroom last weekend, and the switch for their Grand Maestro demo has now been recessed into the shell, so it's not protruding as much anymore while still being easily assesscible.

 

[Visceral]

I miss understood. I didn’t realize the switch was actually flush with the shell on the old model. Yes, it is recessed but the end of the switch still protrudes past the shells. I can send a pick later.