[ThEvil0nE]

That's normal for anything brass or copper. They oxidize even faster when in constant contact with skin. You can coat seal it but since it's always handled and is mostly in contact with skin then any layer of coat/sealant will just wear off. Buff's off with brass cleaning wax solution to get it back to normal just be careful not to get wax in the chamber. What I do to upkeep brass and copper, since I like natural patina, is buff it to a smooth mirror like finish. For upkeep and cleaning I just use damp microfiber cloth It will patina but will keep it's shine. Don't let oxidation build up.

 

[Kejusan]

That's normal for anything brass or copper. They oxidize even faster when in constant contact with skin. You can coat seal it but since it's always handled and is mostly in contact with skin then any layer of coat/sealant will just wear off. Buff's off with brass cleaning wax solution to get it back to normal just be careful not to get wax in the chamber. What I do to upkeep brass and copper, since I like natural patina, is buff it to a smooth mirror like finish. For upkeep and cleaning I just use damp microfiber cloth It will patina but will keep it's shine. Don't let oxidation build up.

Thanks for the tips. Since most of the horn section instruments uses brass, I always believe that there's a way to minimize the oxidation effect as those horn section couldn't afford degradation in sound quality as well!

 

[ThEvil0nE]

Thanks for the tips. Since most of the horn section instruments uses brass, I always believe that there's a way to minimize the oxidation effect as those horn section couldn't afford degradation in sound quality as well!

Yes, brass horn instruments could either be lacquered/sealed or unlacquered/bare. Unlacquered for those who likes their brass tp patina yet still keep it's shine with upkeep.

 

[zenki]

But will it be safe to use? Don't really like the idea of rust inside my ear.

 

[ThEvil0nE]

But will it be safe to use? Don't really like the idea of rust inside my ear.

Yes it's safe. Brass can be used utensils that you eat with. Brass does not rust this is why they are used as musical instruments, horns mainly. It oxidizes (non-destructive) but not corrode or rust (destructive) like iron rich metals.

 

[ThEvil0nE]

BTW, massive earthquake hit Japan so expect delays.

 

[Kejusan]

Nagi use silverish brass. That one got black spots only but the sound already degraded.

Do you mean that your Nagi has degraded in sound? In what way?

I mainly use Yo nowadays, only uses Nagi to compare when I'm experimenting with CFW and region change on my WM1A but it was more to find the best synergy for Yo so normal listening will be using Yo. Didn't notice any sound degradation on my Nagi during that short span.

 

[zenki]

Do you mean that your Nagi has degraded in sound? In what way?

I mainly use Yo nowadays, only uses Nagi to compare when I'm experimenting with CFW and region change on my WM1A but it was more to find the best synergy for Yo so normal listening will be using Yo. Didn't notice any sound degradation on my Nagi during that short span.Reply

Background details etc2. I think the techs also took a hit.
If you don't have any issues like mine than you should be fine.

 

[AsciiJC]

Has anyone listened to the Sho flagship here? Id be interested if so!

I absolutely adore my sora light, my fave iem by a long shot but would like to know how they compare.

 

[ThEvil0nE]

So there a new Intime called Fat (Kotteri) to be released 4/26. It's supposed to be purposely tuned for bass-heads https://www.e-earphone.jp/products/detail/1410416/2069/

 

[mt877]

So there a new Intime called Fat (Kotteri) to be released 4/26. It's supposed to be purposely tuned for bass-heads https://www.e-earphone.jp/products/detail/1410416/2069/

So I guess the Go was not bassy enough then.

 

[rodel808]

So I guess the Go was not bassy enough then.

The Sho DD to me has much improved bass (quantity and quality) over the Go. The Go was one of my favorites back in the days which caused me to sell my first gen Campfire Audio Vega.

 

[mt877]

The Sho DD to me has much improved bass (quantity and quality) over the Go. The Go was one of my favorites back in the days which caused me to sell my first gen Campfire Audio Vega.

I have both Kira and Go, but favor the Kira. I always keep thinking about getting the Sho DD but keep putting it off, maybe someday I will.

 

[alvinlim2010]

I have both Kira and Go, but favor the Kira. I always keep thinking about getting the Sho DD but keep putting it off, maybe someday I will.

I have the Halloween version of Sho DD, and definitely enjoy the great sub bass and it's warm signature without losing details.
Haven't tried Go though though I have the Kira.
I have the Miyabi coming soon too

 

[Kejusan]

I have the Halloween version of Sho DD, and definitely enjoy the great sub bass and it's warm signature without losing details.
Haven't tried Go though though I have the Kira.
I have the Miyabi coming soon too

Mind doing a quick comparison of Kira with Sho DD?