meurglys0
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This was my first time getting to put the e-Q5 in my ears, but I've had quite a bit of time with the e-Q7 in general......
Thanks for the comparison...
This was my first time getting to put the e-Q5 in my ears, but I've had quite a bit of time with the e-Q7 in general......
This was my first time getting to put the e-Q5 in my ears, but I've had quite a bit of time with the e-Q7 in general. I didn't feel that there were any significant differences between the two. That's not to say that they were exactly the same, but it's like looking at two similar TVs; when they're right next to each other you can tell the difference, but once you get home you just think about how great the picture looks, no matter which one you chose.* The mids may be slightly fuller on the e-Q7, the e-Q5 slightly more balanced/flat. I really think the innards might be the same. The cable on the e-Q5 is significantly better--very little memory, and hard to see where there's going to be any stress. However, there's still a lot of noise from the cable (and no clip included). Separation and sound stage are comparable. Perhaps someone with more practice could give you more differences, but I really don't feel it's necessary to search for them in this case.
Price wasn't the biggest factor. I would have gotten the e-Q7 if I thought the sound quality from them was even 1% better than the sound quality of the e-Q5.
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*Not dissing the pictures in james444's thread. I think those were a great idea.
Yes, e-Q5 and e-Q7 both uses the same type of replaceable filter, probably Grado GR8 and GR10 as well. As for how long it will last, it all depends on how clean your ear canals are and the care you give to the IEM (I have never replaced my e-Q7 filter since I got it a year ago). In any case, the filter is cleanable. Just submerge it under of pharmacy grade peroxide solution of 10 minutes, carefully rinse and dry it out, and you can use them again.
What do you guys think about my plans?
Quote:What do you guys think about my plans?
I think you have an excellent plan.
Everyone has their own tastes, but after listening to these and the DBA-02 I find I can't understand why the DBA-02 is so popular here. Are the Fischers less expensive than the Ortofons abroad?
Everyone has their own tastes, but after listening to these and the DBA-02 I find I can't understand why the DBA-02 is so popular here. Are the Fischers less expensive than the Ortofons abroad?
DBA-02 = $160, e-Q5 = $250+, e-Q7 = $300. I think it is pretty obvious.
... also DBA_02 is a bit picky on the eartips, so try a few just to be sure.
Everyone has their own tastes, but after listening to these and the DBA-02 I find I can't understand why the DBA-02 is so popular here. Are the Fischers less expensive than the Ortofons abroad?
I'll try some different ones next time. This was my first time to actually see the DBA-02 on sale, and they were 23800 yen (=$290). The e-Q5 were 17900, the e-Q7 19900.
So that probably explains that.
Lets try again for our junior member.
"Maybe say what you don't like about them."