Well, one more thread about oBravo.
Okay, I'll write something here too)
As you might guess, I also got Ra C Cu 21.5.
And I also have their predecessor, an older version. Is a long story why. Maybe one day I will tell it.
Although I don't have SP3000.
Perhaps I will be in the minority, and the appearance of the old Ra is more appealing to me. I understand how much work has been done to achieve such hulls as they are now, but I say it like it is.
Light darkening and more textured wood with engraved logo. It looks a bit vintage and evokes thoughts of analog sound.
Instead, the new shell is completely pure pink copper. It's attractive, but I hope it gets a little darker over time. Although now they visually combine well with copper cables)
In addition, the size of the shell visually decreased slightly. If earlier it was a strong base, now it looks more refined.
It is noticeable that a lot of work has been done on the shell. Obviously, there are common features - after all, it looks very similar. But for now it is still a different model. And if earlier the version could be distinguished only by what was written on the box, now it can be done by the shape and color.
When I saw the new photos of the 21.5 I asked David and Phil if it was just a render or if this is what the new body will look like. Then they did not answer my question, but now I know that yes, the new case is just like that)
The next point is the connectors. I don't really like oB-MMCX as they are custom. However, in past Ra's there was a little play when connected. Now they connect noticeably tighter and hold more reliably.
Maybe it's because they are new now, but still. This allows you to more easily connect adapters to them and not worry about losing them. Hold firmly and reliably. Not that it was bad, but it still got better.
The case in general seems to be a little smaller and more compact, although this is only a consequence of the visual changes of the shell.
The fit is excellent, comfortable. It didn't cause any problems for me before, but now it's a little better because the shape of the shell has changed a little. When I listened to them for about an hour, I did not have to correct them at all, etc.
Sound
I haven't burned them through the recommended 200 hours yet, but I still couldn't resist listening.
In short, it got better.
The first noticeable improvement for me is the width of the stage. I was disappointed that the AMT driver in the IEM often gives a rather narrow, even limited stage. Mainly in width.
This was one of the reasons why the EAMT-1c (oh, didn't I say? I have those too) are pretty critical of the source.
An individual combination with a certain source can remove this problem almost completely, or do nothing about it.
To a lesser extent it was in Ra. So they were better combined with different sources. However, there was still this feature - a narrow stage.
Now it's better. The stage is really wide. I won't call it phenomenal, but it's definitely not narrow and wider than average. This is very good.
The second is naturalness.
Little nuances and details no longer sound distinct, they are where it is expected and they are more realistic. Their fullness, character and dimension are better conveyed.
Control.
Ra have become a little better to control, they are able to control bass and high frequencies. I haven't listened to them with many sources, but so far the combinations I've heard sound good.
Dynamics.
Compared to what was before, the transmission of the dynamic range has improved. It also improved the naturalness and interaction between instruments.
And, finally, the frequency range.
I noticed a slight improvement in depth, and in addition, the bass became a little more varied and precise. So the hits are a little more textured.
The treble transmission has become a little better. They extend a little further.
All impressions are preliminary and may change slightly when the user experience is longer. If anything changes, it will be reflected in the review coming soon.
