[erockg]

Good to have you back brother.

Yeah, patience isn't my thing. Lol. I'll survive (as I put my Svanars in ears).

I prefer the sound of the Prestige to the Svanar for sure. Especially for hard rock/metal. They seem to have a bump in the bass and a bit more clarity compared to the Mystique. Same form factor though, maybe even a tad thicker. So for those with fit issues, it's hit or miss. The thickness makes them easier to get out of the case. One bummer is still the lack of wireless charging. The case is thicker too. Most of my usb-c cables here do not fit. You have to use their cable and they include a usb-c to usb-c adapter with a longer tip. Clearly, they didn't do a complete redesign of the case and they just used the inner shell with the thicker wood-like outer shell. This must have caused a recessed port. Not a deal breaker, but I was surprised. The case is much lighter now. Still, so far, these things are the best of the Fokus lot. Incredibly beautiful.

 

[FullCircle]

I prefer the sound of the Prestige too the Svanar for sure. Especially for hard rock/metal. They seem to have a bump in the bass and a bit more clarity compared to the Mystique. Same form factor though, maybe even a tad thicker. So for those with fit issues, it's hit or miss. The thickness makes them easier to get out of the case. One bummer is still the lack of wireless charging. The case is thicker too. Most of my usb-c cables here do not fit. You have to use their cable and they include a usb-c to usb-c adapter with a longer tip. Clearly, they didn't do a complete redesign of the case and they just used the inner shell with the thicker wood-like outer shell. This must have caused a recessed port. Not a deal breaker, but I was surprised. The case is much lighter now. Still, so far, these things are the best of the Fokus lot. Incredibly beautiful.

Thanks for the comments, but to clarify the cable is not proprietary and can be purchased through 3rd parties

 

[FullCircle]

I spoke to Jim & we decided it would be best to provide some clarity.

At this point in time, the intended market for the Falcon Max is Japan & we are currently in the final stages of developing a FoKus XMems TWS.

Exciting times, as Noble will soon offer three Xmems products concurrently. All with different price points and with different niche market/use.

 

[clerkpalmer]

I spoke to Jim & we decided it would be best to provide some clarity.

At this point in time, the intended market for the Falcon Max is Japan & we are currently in the final stages of developing a FoKus XMems TWS.

Exciting times, as Noble will soon offer three Xmems products concurrently. All with different price points and with different niche market/use.

Appreciate the clarity Mr. Wizard. I guess the good news is it sounds like something better is coming down the pike soon. Looking forward to them.

 

[erockg]

Thanks for the comments, but to clarify the cable is not proprietary and can be purchased through 3rd parties

Yes, I know that and I agree you can purchase it but that said… nothing but love man.

 

[erockg]

 

[C_Lindbergh]

That's disappointing! The Falcon Max are in such a nice price point. The latest entries in the Fokus line-up are a bit too steep for my taste given the nature of TWS as an disposable product. Also the latter line-up tends to lack ANC.

Thankfully CES is just around the corner...

 

[Alpexis]

we are currently in the final stages of developing a FoKus XMems TWS.

So how will the Fokus xMems fit into your TWS line-up? Regarding SQ and price I'm assuming above the FoKus Prestige TWS?

 

[FullCircle]

So how will the Fokus xMems fit into your TWS line-up? Regarding SQ and price I'm assuming above the FoKus Prestige TWS?

The price point of the prestige is high due to the amount of hand work & time required to build it.

So, do not expect the price point of the prestige

 

[howdy]

Btw: I have the original MT TWS, two pair of the MT2’s and now these MT3’s…
I believe these are a huge improvement in all aspects than the previous two…
Great job Sennheiser . I’m not going to kick myself in the butt for not opening them early, as I’ve been enjoying others recently…. I also picked up Audeze I20’s.
I’m in earphone heaven!!!!

OT-If your looking for another pair of the MTW1 I have one that has about 20 hours on it and has been sitting for about a year. 50 bucks.

 

[Not so fat head]

OT-If your looking for another pair of the MTW1 I have one that has about 20 hours on it and has been sitting for about a year. 50 bucks.

Not at this time, trying to absorb all my recent pickups

 

[Saraguie]

The price point of the prestige is high due to the amount of hand work & time required to build it.

So, do not expect the price point of the prestige

The Fokus Prestige is beautiful and has great features. One of those features is aptX Adaptive. Which is the latest BT aptX Codec and is capable of transmitting wireless files. I want to replace my travel rig with a new DAP along with Fokus Prestiges'.

I have searched the net, and emailed various folks in the industry including Noble support, to find a portable DAP (any price point) that is capable of sending in aptX Adaptive.

Any help is greatly appreciated. BTW, I own/owned 4 Noble IEM flagships....looking forward to the Fokus Prestiges'.

 

[taubenuss82]

I spoke to Jim & we decided it would be best to provide some clarity.

At this point in time, the intended market for the Falcon Max is Japan & we are currently in the final stages of developing a FoKus XMems TWS.

Exciting times, as Noble will soon offer three Xmems products concurrently. All with different price points and with different niche market/use.

That's really disappointing! I sold all my TWS to buy the new Noble Falcon Max!
And now it we'll be only sold in Japan? Sounds like a Joke....seems like I have to buy again the Sony WF-1000XM5...

The three new Xmems are:
the Falcon Max
the Fokus Xmems
and the wired XM1; right?

 

[FullCircle]

That's really disappointing! I sold all my TWS to buy the new Noble Falcon Max!
And now it we'll be only sold in Japan? Sounds like a Joke....seems like I have to buy again the Sony WF-1000XM5...

The three new Xmems are:
the Falcon Max
the Fokus Xmems
and the wired XM1; right?

Falcon Max

FoKus (Name TBA)

XM-1 (wired)

 

[jant71]

Um, now the battery life spec I see on the Falcon Max is missing some info. What codec give 5.5 hours at 60% volume with ANC off and 4.5 with ANC on? It does LC3,SBC, AAC, aptX, Lossless, and LDAC. I'm hoping LDAC cause that would be weak if those numbers were with the most efficient codec. Unless that is wrong. https://nobleaudio-jp.translate.goo...l=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=wapp