Hidizs Mermaid MS4 (3BA+1DD) & MS1 (1DD) - new approach to IEMs and compatibility

[IryxBRO]

Finally, added the complete review of the samples I've got. Review is located in post #3 of this thread
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My website: https://wp.me/P7aCJQ-4Xo

MS4 on HeadFi: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/hidizs-mermaid-ms4.23564/reviews
MS1 on HEadFi: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/hidizs-mermaid-ms1.23565/reviews

 

[djricekcn]

What are dac cables. I understand is usb but does it work similar like balanced or unbalanced?

 

[moisespr123]

What are dac cables. I understand is usb but does it work similar like balanced or unbalanced?

It's a cable with an integrated DAC to 2-pin connectors. Should also work with other 2-pin 0.78mm IEM's. Don't know if internally it is balanced or not, but it would work with devices supporting USB Audio Class 2

 

[IryxBRO]

It's a cable with an integrated DAC to 2-pin connectors. Should also work with other 2-pin 0.78mm IEM's. Don't know if internally it is balanced or not, but it would work with devices supporting USB Audio Class 2

No, it is not balanced internally. It is like haveing Hidizs Sonata HD product (DAC&AMP) + 2pin, 0.78mm audio cable. All specs are stated in my review

 

[djricekcn]

So it's a closer behavior to a 3.5? Is it like using the type c/lightning Port converters for some of the new headphones solution of recent?

Also what is a BT cable... I'm at lost with this


**Also, how would you compare this with the other HIdizs in-ear Seedz, specifically the unbalanced if you can

 

[IryxBRO]

So it's a closer behavior to a 3.5? Is it like using the type c/lightning Port converters for some of the new headphones solution of recent?

Also what is a BT cable... I'm at lost with this


**Also, how would you compare this with the other HIdizs in-ear Seedz, specifically the unbalanced if you can

Yes, it is like type-C to 3.5mm converters (most of which would also have integrated DACs) but more capable DAC chip inside. Gives plenty of output power and good resolution.
BT cable is a BT receiver combined wtih cable (picture attached)



MS4 is incomparable to Seeds - much more resolution, better extensions at both ends, etc
MS1 is closer to Seeds and I would say that Seeds do a great gob on lower end, while MS1 is better on mids (more even and exposed) and treble (more presence, more vivid and clean).
Moreover, MS4 and MS1 can be pushed further with different cable options that Seeds can't do.

 

[djricekcn]

Yes, it is like type-C to 3.5mm converters (most of which would also have integrated DACs) but more capable DAC chip inside. Gives plenty of output power and good resolution.
BT cable is a BT receiver combined wtih cable (picture attached)



MS4 is incomparable to Seeds - much more resolution, better extensions at both ends, etc
MS1 is closer to Seeds and I would say that Seeds do a great gob on lower end, while MS1 is better on mids (more even and exposed) and treble (more presence, more vivid and clean).
Moreover, MS4 and MS1 can be pushed further with different cable options that Seeds can't do.

Thanks. I like the Seeds for is price . If you also have experience with xbax5, how do you compare. Those are my main in ears

 

[IryxBRO]

Thanks. I like the Seeds for is price . If you also have experience with xbax5, how do you compare. Those are my main in ears

I also like Seeds very much, especially balanced version. all of the IEMs I have are listed in my signature. xba?5 is not among those. sorry.

 

[ExpatinJapan]

Some Hidizs MS1 shots:





Kickstarter specs

 

[IryxBRO]

Some Hidizs MS1 shots:

Good pics... Interesting to know your opinion about MS1. BTW - 1Ω is a mistake, I think. Box states 18Ω which looks to be the true data.

 

[Focux]

What’s the difference or improvements with this new Mermaid line and say the FA7/FH5 from FiiO?

 

[IryxBRO]

What’s the difference or improvements with this new Mermaid line and say the FA7/FH5 from FiiO?

Never owned any FiiO IEMs... can't tell.

 

[Focux]

Never owned any FiiO IEMs... can't tell.

coincidentally, neither have i

only managed to take a cursory look online =S

FA7:

MS4/MS1:

 

[IryxBRO]

But you still can't tell what are the differences in sound, right? It might happen so that the only similarity are the boxes and shape. At least, if you'd look further - driver combination is totally different. Shell material is also influencing sound... But yes, look very similar.

 

[djricekcn]

How are the stock cables for these?