[zomas65]

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Originally Posted by Hayduke /img/forum/go_quote.gif Guys, think about it... This is a new product. How can they have "real" testimonials yet. In the meantime they want to build the website with room for them, so they made some up. I actually like these (likely) temporary ones. They are pretty funny

x2, considering the text included it can be only a (well done) joke!

 

[zomas65]

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Originally Posted by Hayduke /img/forum/go_quote.gif I called them yesterday to place my order. I'm also ordering the Super FreQs I think I spoke to the poster above this post, Derek . We talked for at least 30 minutes. I emailed him the link to this thread, and he was reading it. He seemed happy to learn about this community. He said he had another call from someone that same morning, and he thinks it was someone from head-fi The ceo is out until Monday, so he took all my information, and I guess I'll "officially" place my order then. In regards to turn around time, he told me 3 to 4 days. So my estimate is within 2 weeks, including all the shipping back and forth (impression amterials to me, the impressions back them, then the headphones to me), I should have my new phones. I asked him a little about the company and the product. He confirmed their background was the hearing aid business, but that they have been working on this project for awhile now, and the product is finally ready to sell. He has a pair of the Super FreQs himself, and says they sound amazing. He works for this company during the day, but he is a professional DJ at night. Initially they made FreQs for friends and family, and now they are starting to target the musician/DJ market. I think he may have been a little surprised to hear that some of us might want them just to have great sounding headphones! I also asked about detachable cables (FreQs do NOT have them), and he said that they could probably do that and he will get me a price for that customization. I pointed him to the livewires site for an example of a good solution. I also wanted him to be aware of his most direct competition. He knew a little about UE and some others, but when I told him what some of the others cost, I think he was getting new info. I also asked about having an audiologist make my impressions, and he didn't think there was any reason to. He explained what I need to do when I get my kit, and it sounds pretty basic. I might still go to one though hehe. They have been closed here in Flagstaff, AZ for the holiday, but they will be opening this morning. I also asked about fit problems, and his response was that they would "absolutely" work with me to make sure they are right. fyi, I plan to purchase the damage insurance plan for $10 extra. Mostly because I'm worried about the non-removable cable. I sent him the link to the Livewires California Dreamin' thread and told him there is a link in there to the vendor that supplies them with the cables (at least I think that's where I saw it). Who knows, maybe I'll get a deal on a pair when they start working on that. Since Derek Freq is from the company, perhaps he will answer any other questions people have.

You know that as soon as you'll receive these babies you'll be overwhelmed by messages? be ready for one of most awaited review!

 

[zomas65]

with this new kid in town, I'm just wondering what if these IEMs should be good IEMs ? In other words, what can happen if wetone should delay again the launch of westone 3?

 

[powertoold]

I think the FreQs are still adjusting their pricing plans. People on Head-fi are known to be picky with the fit of their customs, and if this company is swamped with refits, they may have to increase their prices. This isn't taking into account that there will be many many more customers once we find out the FreQs are good. They will have to increase the price, or they may not have enough inputs to keep up with the demand.

Or maybe they'll end up like Xin and send out your IEMs after 5 months haha!

 

[AME]

I called earlier today and spoke with Derek. I thought he was very knowledgeable of the product and what he couldn't answer immediately, he found out and got back to me immediately. I just wanted to thank him for all of his help! - Thanks Derek!!

Because this is a custom item for my teenage niece, the "musician" she would be the perfect critic for such a device as she is very passionate about what accessories she uses.

The price is right and if they are as great and I think they will be, I will definitely be buying more for her siblings.

 

[powertoold]

The ears of teenagers will change as they grow into an adult. I'm not sure how well customs will work for your niece unless she is an 18+ teenager hehe.

 

[nowyoucanlaugh]

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Originally Posted by powertoold /img/forum/go_quote.gif The ears of teenagers will change as they grow into an adult. I'm not sure how well customs will work for your niece unless she is an 18+ teenager hehe.

Well, I'm no expert, but I thought that peoples ears continue to grow throughout their lives (hence the elderly seeming to have oversized ears in many cases). I'm not sure about canals changing though. I'm 16 and I sure wouldn't mind being gifted some customs XD

 

[addz]

Wow, triple driver customs for £96(ish), 'he he', I do hope these sound impressive.

Do you that that the canal length in the pictures on the IEM is shorter due to the self impression kit? Maybe you would get a longer canal length with a professional doing it.

 

[IPodPJ]

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Originally Posted by Hayduke /img/forum/go_quote.gif Since Derek Freq is from the company, perhaps he will answer any other questions people have.

Well he seems to be selective about which questions to answer. He didn't answer any of mine.

 

[AME]

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Originally Posted by nowyoucanlaugh /img/forum/go_quote.gif Well, I'm no expert, but I thought that peoples ears continue to grow throughout their lives (hence the elderly seeming to have oversized ears in many cases). I'm not sure about canals changing though. I'm 16 and I sure wouldn't mind being gifted some customs XD

Well, she too is 16...but for something she is going to enjoy for a year or two, it's worth it. Like I mentioned before, whatever Derek couldn't answer for me he had to get answers for. He might be waiting on someone else to give him the details. The last thing he is wanting to do is give me false information, especially when every answer is posted here!

***Also, I did spend the extra $25.00 to go to one of their hearing aid specialist to do the earmolds. The kit comes with 2 earmold mixtures, for incase we goofed on the 1st one. I could have purchased 2 more kits for $15.00, but at that point to spend the $25.00 and have a pro do it was worth it.***

 

[janruzinsky]

UUUUUUUUUH I am so hungry for news

 

[Austin 3:16]

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Originally Posted by nowyoucanlaugh /img/forum/go_quote.gif Well, I'm no expert, but I thought that peoples ears continue to grow throughout their lives (hence the elderly seeming to have oversized ears in many cases). I'm not sure about canals changing though. I'm 16 and I sure wouldn't mind being gifted some customs XD

Your ears do continue to grow/change shape.

 

[Mididon]

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Originally Posted by Edwood /img/forum/go_quote.gif Yeah, as it stands your plugs don't look to be too iPod friendly. And definitely not able to be used with an iPhone. -Ed

I have a pair of Super Freqs with an in line Mic. I use it for my Iphone and my Ipod. It's crazy listening to your phone in stereo!

 

[J.D.N]

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Originally Posted by Mididon /img/forum/go_quote.gif I have a pair of Super Freqs with an in line Mic. I use it for my Iphone and my Ipod. It's crazy listening to your phone in stereo!

What's that saying?

"This post is useless without pictures" .....

 

[janruzinsky]

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Originally Posted by Mididon /img/forum/go_quote.gif I have a pair of Super Freqs with an in line Mic. I use it for my Iphone and my Ipod. It's crazy listening to your phone in stereo!

And what is the quality like???? You should provide us with more info.