[subguy812]

I've heard almost all the IEMs on the list (exception to the S-EM9 and Prelude) and the Dream was the one thing that didn't sit well with me. Something about the midrange timbre sounded off and the treble had a sort of peakiness and an almost metallic ringing. Can probably blame the sources (iPhone dongle, Fiio X5iii, AK70, Mojo, HA-2) and even tried an impedance adaptor (20ohm). Don't think it's a driving issue since I was getting comfortable volumes even on 50% of the IP7 dongle.

Just my 2c since I'm sure people would appreciate an opinion from the other side of the fence. I actually hope the SE5U is next to fall (the abject lack of upper treble of the SE5Ref I heard docked many points for me despite the great mids and wonderful bass) but as I think about it, Samba could be #10 9. (Or perhaps even the Prelude, who knows )

Such is the world of headphones and how differently we all hear a signature that is pleasing to us. I have found with the Dream that I gave up my usual go to tips, JVC Spiral Dots, in favor of a narrow bore. I don't hear issues with treble. The Dream is kind of up front, like home speakers. The bass is really awesome and the amount of air around each note is impressive.

 

[noplsestar]

Dunno man, I'm thinking the Jomo might fall next bcos it's not a true flagship lol.

I also feel a Samba comin' up...
Haven't got a clue to be honest...but I'm just in the mood (maybe because of the sunny weather over here) for some dancing

Samba next? Never!

 

[Kerouac]

Samba next? Never!

 

[proedros]

well whatever ciem nic picks it will be fun because

a) he knows his sh.it
b) he has heard tons of TOTL ciems and most important
c) he is not a fanboy of any company

bring on numero 9

 

[vulcanprime]

I don't know, I am thinking the Unique Melody Maestro V2 might be next. Just a hunch.

 

[PinkyPowers]

I don't know, I am thinking the Unique Melody Maestro V2 might be next. Just a hunch.

I suspect it will survive a few more rounds, personally. That thing sounded d@mn good.

 

[Eric Smith]

I hope they do, my Earsonics already placed.

 

[ranfan]

Only 9 out of 17 left (halfway through): A18 Dream Maestro Prelude Samba SE5 UE18+ W900 Zeus

Keep persevering Nic. Your blood, sweat, and earwax won't be forgotten.

 

[Asspirin]

I've heard almost all the IEMs on the list (exception to the S-EM9 and Prelude) and the Dream was the one thing that didn't sit well with me. Something about the midrange timbre sounded off and the treble had a sort of peakiness and an almost metallic ringing. Can probably blame the sources (iPhone dongle, Fiio X5iii, AK70, Mojo, HA-2) and even tried an impedance adaptor (20ohm). Don't think it's a driving issue since I was getting comfortable volumes even on 50% of the IP7 dongle.

Just my 2c since I'm sure people would appreciate an opinion from the other side of the fence. I actually hope the SE5U is next to fall (the abject lack of upper treble of the SE5Ref I heard docked many points for me despite the great mids and wonderful bass) but as I think about it, Samba could be #10 9. (Or perhaps even the Prelude, who knows )

Sounds pretty much like my listening experience with the "Truth". Weird take on a house-sound if you ask me

 

[Kerouac]

Only 9 out of 17 left (halfway through): A18 Dream Maestro Prelude Samba SE5 UE18+ W900 Zeus

Dear Santa, for this year present I would like: A18 Dream Maestro Prelude Samba SE5 UE18+ W900 Zeus

ps: if possible with some nice upgrade cables

 

[Wyville]

Dear Santa, for this year present I would like: A18 Dream Maestro Prelude Samba SE5 UE18+ W900 Zeus

ps: if possible with some nice upgrade cables

Such a modest list.

One cable for each?

 

[proedros]

come on Nic give us numero nine

 

[jmills8]

come on Nic give us numero nine

Last day of the Month. BTW it was NT6 Pro not NT6. NT6 would be #29.

 

[crinacle]

Last day of the Month. BTW it was NT6 Pro not NT6. NT6 would be #29.

Says you. I thought the vanilla NT6 was a step higher technically and the increased bass resulted in comprised mids and clarity.

 

[jmills8]

Says you. I thought the vanilla NT6 was a step higher technically and the increased bass resulted in comprised mids and clarity.

Says you.