[voicemaster]

I think I've reached the stage of my audio journey this year that it is no longer about finding the right product but shilling for the right product. And that product is the CCA NRA.

Sadly the large sized tips aren't quite big enough for my ears. Changing to starlines closes off the nozzle and cuts just a teeeeenssyyy weeeensy bit of the treble, and sets the insertion depth a few mm further into my ear canal. I need to shop for something better I'm just not quite sure what yet that could be big enough and keep the wide bore.

Maybe you can try foam tips? I did try using a TWS style foam tips (shorter than regular foam tips) and it helps to smoothened out the treble edge a bit. No difference in mid and bass from Final Audio tips. The OG eartips does elevate the bass, making the bass sound fuller.

 

[4ceratops]

I think I've reached the stage of my audio journey this year that it is no longer about finding the right product but shilling for the right product. And that product is the CCA NRA.

Sadly the large sized tips aren't quite big enough for my ears. Changing to starlines closes off the nozzle and cuts just a teeeeenssyyy weeeensy bit of the treble, and sets the insertion depth a few mm further into my ear canal. I need to shop for something better I'm just not quite sure what yet that could be big enough and keep the wide bore.

Try BGVP W01, the L size (wide bore, 14 mm).
https://m.pl.aliexpress.com/item/10...tedetail&spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.27425c0fD8xCpi

 

[PhonoPhi]

I think I've reached the stage of my audio journey this year that it is no longer about finding the right product but shilling for the right product. And that product is the CCA NRA.

Sadly the large sized tips aren't quite big enough for my ears. Changing to starlines closes off the nozzle and cuts just a teeeeenssyyy weeeensy bit of the treble, and sets the insertion depth a few mm further into my ear canal. I need to shop for something better I'm just not quite sure what yet that could be big enough and keep the wide bore.

Master Slater used to recommend this one: https://www.amazon.com/ALXCD-Powerb...eywords=iem+tips+beats&qid=1630782541&sr=8-27

The largest is 14.5 mm, nice and shallow and seal really well, even for small IEMs with a shorter nozzle.

Available in all colours as well

Also SpinFit has CP100 plus XL, which are 14 mm: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B08Z85554X/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_3?smid=A1PC196DTT55RC&psc=1

 

[independent]

I have ZSN Pro X.
At the time, where I got them, it was thought that they have XUN drivers (now we know that they don't).
Mine (and overall, I beleive) impression of Pro X was quite mute/meh. Too powerful bass and some disconnect between DD and BA drivers. I definitely prefer good old ZSN, ZSN pro and CA4 to ZSN Pro X.

Pro X became a nozzle donor to one of my ASX pairs

CSN are definitely better as well, and DQ6 even more so to my ears.

Hi, I'm mentioned before how my ASX pair has one side with a loose connector.

Is there a non-destructive way of opening them up and fixing them? Also more importantly is the connector screwed in and is as easy as tightening the connector piece from the inside of the shell?

Thanks in advance,
Independent

 

[ExTubeGamer]

I spent some time listening to rock albums on my CCA NRA. What can I say? The bass, especially the sub-bass is better then Moondrop Starfield bass. The treble, clarity, resolution and instrument separation is much better compared to the Starfields.

Simple put: if you're ok with V-shape the NRA is better then the Starfield at a fraction of the price.

 

[SybilLance]

thank you all!!!

KZAZ09 seems to be a good way to go for my wife's casual listening mostly through phone/spotify and phone calls during work keeping hands free or tv watching at night...
Another question, probably a silly one... is it safe to use a 2pin cable or KZAZ09 2 pin connection on the zax instead of the KZ C pin? i recently got GK10 which has 2 pin and if it's safe maybe i can use AZ09 on both?

You have the "B" Pin AZ09 like this?

I wonder if it will be an exact fit for the Moondrop Aria. It's recommended for the SSP and KXXS.

A Shopee seller is offering it for only ₱765 PhP which is ~$15.34 US. If it would fit, the temptation to get a mate for the Aria would be overwhelming.

I think I've reached the stage of my audio journey this year that it is no longer about finding the right product but shilling for the right product. And that product is the CCA NRA.

Sadly the large sized tips aren't quite big enough for my ears. Changing to starlines closes off the nozzle and cuts just a teeeeenssyyy weeeensy bit of the treble, and sets the insertion depth a few mm further into my ear canal. I need to shop for something better I'm just not quite sure what yet that could be big enough and keep the wide bore.

I echo the suggestion of @4ceratops by dint of transcendent personal experience.

 

[PhonoPhi]

Hi, I'm mentioned before how my ASX pair has one side with a loose connector.

Is there a non-destructive way of opening them up and fixing them? Also more importantly is the connector screwed in and is as easy as tightening the connector piece from the inside of the shell?

Thanks in advance,
Independent

I have not opened ASX, sorry.
Actually, one of the reasons of not opening is that the connector goes through the plate, which is harder for asembly/disassembly, and quite rare in my experience.

In my case of fixing loose connectors (TRI & TRN) I just used cyanoacrylate glue. Good epoxies can work better. It felt much less risky than opening the plate, and can be repeated.

 

[Sebulr]

You have the "B" Pin AZ09 like this?

I wonder if it will be an exact fit for the Moondrop Aria. It's recommended for the SSP and KXXS.
A Shopee seller is offering it for only ₱765 PhP which is ~$15.34 US. If it would fit, the temptation to get a mate for the Aria would be overwhelming.

I echo the suggestion of @4ceratops by dint of transcendent personal experience.

I didn't realise they made a straight pin b variant. That's more universal. I might snag a pair.

 

[saldsald]

Hi, I'm mentioned before how my ASX pair has one side with a loose connector.

Is there a non-destructive way of opening them up and fixing them? Also more importantly is the connector screwed in and is as easy as tightening the connector piece from the inside of the shell?

Thanks in advance,
Independent

Ask @IEMbiker

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/kno...essions-thread.698148/page-3691#post-16370513

And I am sure it is quite easy to open up the ASX.

 

[IEMbiker]

Ask @IEMbiker

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/kno...essions-thread.698148/page-3691#post-16370513

And I am sure it is quite easy to open up the ASX.

Hi @independent

I heat up the face plate to soften the glue using a hairdryer. Then slip a penknife at the connector side to pry open the face plate slowly and carefully.
As in the previous post picture, the connector is secure with 2 Torx screws.
Hope this helps.

Cheers.

 

[Nimweth]

I think I've reached the stage of my audio journey this year that it is no longer about finding the right product but shilling for the right product. And that product is the CCA NRA.

Sadly the large sized tips aren't quite big enough for my ears. Changing to starlines closes off the nozzle and cuts just a teeeeenssyyy weeeensy bit of the treble, and sets the insertion depth a few mm further into my ear canal. I need to shop for something better I'm just not quite sure what yet that could be big enough and keep the wide bore.

Spiral Dots may be the answer.

 

[raccoon city]

I have ginormous ear holes and use these ear tips:
https://www.aliexpress.com/wholesal...holesale&isFreeShip=y&SortType=default&page=1

I actually bought red and blue ones, and put the red one in my right ear and the blue one in my left ear.

 

[Head-dicted]

I didn't realize they made a straight pin b variant. That's more universal. I might snag a pair.

Practically both C and B types fit to any model. i have received "upgrade cable" for the EDX that fits perfectly for the ZSN
The TRN fits also ...

 

[MacAttack7]

Hi, I'm mentioned before how my ASX pair has one side with a loose connector.

Is there a non-destructive way of opening them up and fixing them? Also more importantly is the connector screwed in and is as easy as tightening the connector piece from the inside of the shell?

Thanks in advance,
Independent

I have an ASF with that problem.
I tried some gorilla glue but there wasn't enough surface area for it to hold, so it's back to loose and wiggling.
Hopefully it doesn't affect anything, but it does drive my OCD brain a little crazy.

 

[SpaceOperaVillain]

Thanks for all the tips advice! Based on my luck with starlines I've been thinking that the spiral dots would work for me. I am trying to transition away from foams because the cheap ones are done inside of a couple of weeks, maybe less. They also diminish my darling treble bumps which I no likey. Got some shopping to do.