[chukwe]

Not to charge ahead and defend myself....

But could u send a link to the review.  I ask because there has been two versions of the cable since the launch of Noble.   Version 1, had a "J" styled 3.5 mm jack, some folks didn't like it, I thought I was being a innovative pioneer :blink:

Then I got my I-Pad Air and found that the Version One cable was useless with it due to the fact it didnt work at all with the the I-Pad while the protective cover was on the I-Pad.

I found that to be anoying, so we now have Version Two of the cable, it no longer has a J plug, it has a small straight aluminum jacket for a 3.5mm jack.  I imagine it would work with most protective covers/jackets on the market today.

The "feel" of the cable is very soft, kind of like a shoe lace, and has a pull strength of over 150lbs.  It is an SPC cable, with kevlar woven among the strands.

https://www.avforums.com/review/noble-kaiser-k-10-universal-wizard-earphone-review.10805

 

[FullCircle]

https://www.avforums.com/review/noble-kaiser-k-10-universal-wizard-earphone-review.10805

That is the Version 1 cable
 
Thanks
 

 

[chukwe]

Thanks FullCircle

 

[FullCircle]

Thanks FullCircle

 
Another "take" on the Version One cable  (no mention of barbed wire)
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/734460/the-noble-audio-cable-review-unbeatable-the-pinnacle-of-c-iem-cables

 

[chukwe]

Is there anywhere I can audition the K10 in London, UK? £1,079 is a lot of cash to spend on an unheard ciem.
 
I'm still need to choose between K10 & Adel 1964. Confusion everywhere

 

[krismusic]

Is there anywhere I can audition the K10 in London, UK? £1,079 is a lot of cash to spend on an unheard ciem.

I'm still need to choose between K10 & Adel 1964. Confusion everywhere

Contact Gisele at Aid2Hearing. Top lady.

 

[vrapan]

Contact Gisele at Aid2Hearing. Top lady.

+1 considering dropping by to have a listen as well at some point.

 

[chukwe]

Contact Gisele at Aid2Hearing. Top lady.

 
Thanks krismusic.
 
I've booked an appointment today at 2pm this afternoon. I'm thinking of doing an ear impression as well.
 
If I do an ear impression with Gisele, can I use the impression with any ciem from different brands and manufacturers?

 

[krismusic]

Thanks krismusic.

I've booked an appointment today at 2pm this afternoon. I'm thinking of doing an ear impression as well.

If I do an ear impression with Gisele, can I use the impression with any ciem from different brands and manufacturers?

I think I am right in saying that Gisele deals with a few CIEM manufacturers.

 

[Malevolent]

 
Not even 1 letter?

 
No way.. Not me. You know what I'm sayin'?
 

 
$1600+ is an insane amount of money to spend on headphones. But that's cool, I can live with my insanity. After all...
 

 
LOL. Almost close to a cool tat. 

 

[Malevolent]

[size=17.0300006866455px]BEWARE: Personal rant follows. You have been warned.[/size]  
All jokes aside: The K10 is worth $1600. To me, at least. Now before you start thinking that I'm completely off my rocker, let me explain: 

Spoiler: Your rant.

• I need to wear headphones all day. I'm an IT specialist and I take care of 1.000 retail stores which have 4-6 computers each. I keep an eye on those, keep everything running peachy, plan, automate and deploy upgrades and take care of nasty bugs. I don't mean to brag, but I'm actually pretty damn good at it. I also have ADHD (Attention Deficit HEY LOOK A SQUIRREL) and I'm particularly sensitive to sound. Someone walking past the office is a distraction. Someone rustling papers in the office is a distraction. So I need to block out all that stuff.
• Music helps me focus. Everybody thinks that ADD/ADHD means you can't focus on anything, ever. That's not true. I have a really hard time keeping focus on stuff that doesn't interest me, but once I dig into a problem I often experience what I call hyperfocus. Somebody once carried off a desk (including two monitors and a laptop) that was standing right next to mine and I didn't notice until I got up to fetch more coffee - I was lost to the world, hammering away in my text editor (Sublime Text 3 is the One True Way), scripting a way to fix an issue on 3.000 computers across the world without disturbing 3.000 users or knocking out the network. Music REALLY helps me achieve hyperfocus. 
• Due to #1 and #2 I notice small things. It's just the way I'm wired. Once something starts bugging me, I can't let it go. That's why, in a company with 18.500 employees, I am The Root Cause Guy. When 1st and 2nd level support have had a go, I'm the last line of defense. I'm the one who digs down, gets to the bottom of the case and solves it. It also means that if I notice something being "off" with my music, it completely ruins it for me. I've been through a good deal of headphones, amps and sources because of that. It's why the sublime comfort makes CIEMs my only option. It's why I am so in love with Linum cables and my A&K DAP. 
• My music taste is all over the place. Within the space of two hours I can go from Sumie to Skunk Anansie to Beethoven to Nine Inch Nails. Previously, that required a bunch of different headphones but now the K10 does it all and does it well. I demand perfect comfort and I demand a headphone that will handle anything and everything I throw at it. With the K10 I get all that, in one good-looking package that fits in my pocket. $1600 ain't bad when it replaces 4 other headphones. If my K10 was ever broken or stolen, I'd be ordering a new set the same day. 

 

 
Hey man, I totally get what you're saying. While my job's a lot more mundane, but I can understand the importance of a great pair of do-it-all headphones for use in a work setting. If there's any IEM out there that's an excellent jack-of-all-trades, and a master of most, it's definitely the K10.
 
For me, in a vacuum, the K10 (and other CIEMs) are certainly expensive. However, taking into account relative cost amongst other TOTL IEMs, the K10 is certainly very good value. They present the best package of sound and design at a price tag that's lower than some flagships. Totally worth it, IMO.

 

[Dexter Morgan]

Personally, I like the memory cable. I find that it prevents the cable from tugging and rubbing against the top of my ear, which always created soreness with my last pair of iems. I'm sure I'd feel differently if I wore glasses though. Aside from the memory wire, I don't see how anyone could have an issue with the cable. To me, it's very light and soft yet feels sturdy, and the braid reduces microphonics.

 

[Dexter Morgan]

It's why I am so in love with Linum cables and my A&K DAP. 

I thought I remembered you saying at one time that you didn't like how the Linum cable altered the sound of the K10. Do you think it was just placebo or did you change your mind? Thanks by the way for all your contributions to this thread. I'm loving Royksopp's latest album

 

[fiascogarcia]

   
Thanks krismusic.
 
I've booked an appointment today at 2pm this afternoon. I'm thinking of doing an ear impression as well.
 
If I do an ear impression with Gisele, can I use the impression with any ciem from different brands and manufacturers?

Your impressions are yours to send to whatever ciem company you want.  Maybe she will cut a deal or expedite the process if you send to Noble rather than somebody else, she'll probably let you know.

 

[mscott58]

I thought I remembered you saying at one time that you didn't like how the Linum cable altered the sound of the K10. Do you think it was just placebo or did you change your mind? Thanks by the way for all your contributions to this thread. I'm loving Royksopp's latest album

Really great album! First two tracks are some of my favorites and are now on my reference list. 
 
I've also used both the stock and the ultra-thin (for your pleasure!) cables. Both have the same SQ IMO but the ultra-thin is, well, very thin and light - it almost seems to float. Main downside of the ultra thin is that it is no where near as strong, with a pull-test that is over 10x less than the stock cable. So some physical trade-offs, but not any aural compromises. 
 
Cheers