As I mostly listen to classical and instrumental music, I have now discovered that the Green filters in combination with narrow bore tips give me the most accurate and realistic timbre to pianos, stringed instruments and brass. I am a happy camper!!
As I mostly listen to classical and instrumental music, I have now discovered that the Green filters in combination with narrow bore tips give me the most accurate and realistic timbre to pianos, stringed instruments and brass. I am a happy camper!!
I have been trying out the green filter for the last week or so and find it pretty good. Some recordings are a little harsh with it, but I've long been a fan of "sparkly" highs so it's okay with me. It's a nice option.
Haven't they already used this design on the IE 400 and other releases such as the IE 300 and IE 100? Either way, to me the IE 900 look different enough from the FLC8S, and honestly except for the better integration of the removable cable, more standard ergonomics, better (more protective) carrying case and seemingly better (but still not worthy of the price) cable, I don't see how the IE 900 would be an upgrade over my IE 800, especially at this price point (the treble tuning looks a bit nicer on paper, but not nearly twice the price as nice).
On another note, it's generally getting ridiculous (and definitely not in a good way) in the recent years with exorbitantly priced single dynamic driver in-ear releases. Unlike several multi-BA and hybrid IEMs in the four-digit or higher three-digit $-price range, I have yet to hear a set of more expensive single dynamic driver in-ears that are much superior in terms of technical presentation (that's actual resolution and not mainly tuning gimmicks (here the HiFiMan RE2000 come into my mind - equalised to a more realistic tuning, their wow factor suddenly disappears and they aren't any different from any other lower-priced decent enough sounding dynamic driver in-ears)) when compared to really nice single dynamic driver in-ears such as the Fostex TE-02, iBasso IT01, Fidue A65, Etymotic's ER2 models and others.
Haven't they already used this design on the IE 400 and other releases such as the IE 300 and IE 100? Either way, to me the IE 900 look different enough from the FLC8S, and honestly except for the better integration of the removable cable, more standard ergonomics, better (more protective) carrying case and seemingly better (but still not worthy of the price) cable, I don't see how the IE 900 would be an upgrade over my IE 800, especially at this price point (the treble tuning looks a bit nicer on paper, but not nearly twice the price as nice).
On another note, it's generally getting ridiculous (and definitely not in a good way) in the recent years with exorbitantly priced single dynamic driver in-ear releases. Unlike several multi-BA and hybrid IEMs in the four-digit or higher three-digit $-price range, I have yet to hear a set of more expensive single dynamic driver in-ears that are much superior in terms of technical presentation (that's actual resolution and not mainly tuning gimmicks (here the HiFiMan RE2000 come into my mind - equalised to a more realistic tuning, their wow factor suddenly disappears and they aren't any different from any other lower-priced decent enough sounding dynamic driver in-ears)) when compared to really nice single dynamic driver in-ears such as the Fostex TE-02, iBasso IT01, Fidue A65, Etymotic's ER2 models and others.
I think FLC8S got toe to toe with IE800, so IE800 was already not a value proposition. IE900 is IE800 with better tuning and removable cables and a new housing that perhaps is giving it an upgrade in technical aspect as housing plays a huge role in tuning acoustics. Still there are many DD fans out there whom Sennheiser is targeting but I totally agree with you on price, should not have exceeded $1k barrier. Personally I would like to have maybe 1 DD flagship in my future collection.
I used to have ER2XR, really good value for all DD fans but I would personally pick FLC8S over it any day mainly due to speed.
Vent design and slight tuning variation. Some say N is the upgrade to the S.
D does not have a front vent. Here’s a detailed analysis
Tuning and technical wise, is one of the best in mid-fi and punches above its price. It’s an extremely great buy at its retail value, and considering that second hand prices are around $100 or so.
So after using the Fiio FH5 for a while, the cable went out and I went back to the FLC 8s - I noticed the highs are soo much better, the bass is better too, more defined and lower. This is really an awesome unit. I still have a 8D which I never used because it shipped with a 2.5mm cable and I never was able to find a cable that fit for it.
Anyways the issue with my FLC8s is that the left driver volume has gone down, and I have to set the balance on my player more to the left to get a balanced sound. Has FLC stopped really producing units? Could I send the drivers back to forrest (is he still around?) to get them repaired. Is it worth purchasing a set of the 8N or 8p? I think FLC seems to have some of the best sound. I really did like the FiiO cables though - was sort of sick of cables dying every few months.
Vent design and slight tuning variation. Some say N is the upgrade to the S.
D does not have a front vent. Here’s a detailed analysis
Tuning and technical wise, is one of the best in mid-fi and punches above its price. It’s an extremely great buy at its retail value, and considering that second hand prices are around $100 or so.
Can you not just get a 2.5mm to 3.5mm adapter for your FLC8D?
I agree regarding the sound of the FLC8 series. They are really great. I only wish there was a black version of the 8D.
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