[nsx_23]

Hmm, these sound like the phones for me.

So, if the new nano turns out to be rubbish, I'll pick up a pair.

 

[azarel]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Packgrog /img/forum/go_quote.gif Version 2 has deeper bass response, no memory wire, and slightly thicker cables.

ha quite tempted to replace my v1 with the v2 just to try it out.

 

[nsx_23]

How can you tell which is which?

 

[Mr_Junesequa]

the old version have this plastic film at the ends of the headphone (out of the driver casing) which extend for about 3 cm. Its fixes the wire in place. The new version does not have this.

if you buy them, get them new from soundearphones

they have the revised version. one thing about the xxs .. the meier really brought out the atrio...i dont get why they say the predator was better, my predator goes louder...but the meier goes really well with the atrio...i think because the predator bass is more pronouced, where as the meier is balanced...time to buy another one!

 

[azarel]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Junesequa /img/forum/go_quote.gif the old version have this plastic film at the ends of the headphone (out of the driver casing) which extend for about 3 cm. Its fixes the wire in place. The new version does not have this. if you buy them, get them new from soundearphones they have the revised version. one thing about the xxs .. the meier really brought out the atrio...i dont get why they say the predator was better, my predator goes louder...but the meier goes really well with the atrio...i think because the predator bass is more pronouced, where as the meier is balanced...time to buy another one!

i wonder which is a better fit for the atrios.. meier xxs or its 2move?

 

[nsx_23]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Junesequa /img/forum/go_quote.gif the old version have this plastic film at the ends of the headphone (out of the driver casing) which extend for about 3 cm. Its fixes the wire in place. The new version does not have this. if you buy them, get them new from soundearphones they have the revised version. one thing about the xxs .. the meier really brought out the atrio...i dont get why they say the predator was better, my predator goes louder...but the meier goes really well with the atrio...i think because the predator bass is more pronouced, where as the meier is balanced...time to buy another one!

You wanna buy back the XXS?

 

[dfkt]

Quote:

Originally Posted by azarel /img/forum/go_quote.gif i wonder which is a better fit for the atrios.. meier xxs or its 2move?

The XXS/Headsix has a bit of treble roll-off in low current mode. That's probably not what you want with the Atrios. High current mode is fine, but probably too loud for the Atrios.

RightMark Audio Analyzer test: comparison

 

[Packgrog]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Junesequa /img/forum/go_quote.gif the old version have this plastic film at the ends of the headphone (out of the driver casing) which extend for about 3 cm. Its fixes the wire in place. The new version does not have this. if you buy them, get them new from soundearphones they have the revised version. one thing about the xxs .. the meier really brought out the atrio...i dont get why they say the predator was better, my predator goes louder...but the meier goes really well with the atrio...i think because the predator bass is more pronouced, where as the meier is balanced...time to buy another one!

Yeah, source pairing is important for getting the most out of the Atrio. They do best with more neutral or analytical amps/sources, since the Atrio soften the highs and bring out the bass. Ray Samuels seems to make amps with a little more bass impact. While this is essential for most headphones, it can start pushing the Atrio into "boomy" territory.

For example, my old combination of a Monica 2 DAC (less harsh, more "analog" sound) and RSA Tomahawk (very impactful but controlled bass) can just sound like too much bass emphasis with the Atrio. When I pair the Atrio with my iBasso D1 v2, however, it's a whole new experience, and it's amp/DAC combo is more neutral than the other combo, which just fits the Atrio better. I also recall trying the Qables iQube about a year ago at a local meet and was absolutely floored.

So yeah, synergy is important with the Atrio. Go for more neutral sources and amps.

 

[lewislink]

So the Atrio M8 are exactly the same as the M5 rev.2?

 

[trickywombat]

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Originally Posted by lewislink /img/forum/go_quote.gif So the Atrio M8 are exactly the same as the M5 rev.2?

For each iteration, the only difference between the M5 and M8 is color. M5=Black, M8=Blue.

Current "rev. 2" can be distinguished from the previous version by the lack of memory wire and the accompanying nylon sleeve. Change took place around summer 2008.

This picture from anythingbutipod.com shows the previous version with memory wire:

The pictures used on the Future Sonics website today mixes rev 1 with rev 2 so the confusion caused is understandable.

This picture from about.com shows the current rev. 2 - no memory wire:

 

[lewislink]

Cool! Thanks, I may well look at a set of M8s.

 

[trickywombat]

Quote:

Originally Posted by lewislink /img/forum/go_quote.gif Cool! Thanks, I may well look at a set of M8s.

No problem.

Unlike all the IEMs in your current collection, the Atrios will need some burn-in.

It's one of those IEMs you have to wear for a while continuously to realize the appeal - just a more 'natural' and relaxing sound compared to balanced armatures, even at low listening volume.

Other than the deep bass, the M8 won't have that "Wow" factor like the treble on your Ety or the mids of your SE530. It's more fatigue-free, but short on the "Wow" component compared with your other IEMs.

 

[lewislink]

The official descriptions say it has a proprietary type driver, meaning it's an exclusive design. Would you happen to know anything about the M5/8 driver? I figured it was a standard dynamic driver.

 

[Jinxy]

My Atrios have died some I'm trying to decide if I go for another set or something else.

 

[lewislink]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jinxy /img/forum/go_quote.gif My Atrios have died some I'm trying to decide if I go for another set or something else.

How long did you have them?