[REVIEW] Aurisonics ASG-2 & 2.5 (with many comparisons)

[Mini0510]

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The ASG-2 with the bass port all the way open for sure has more bass than the FX700. It basically sounds like just bass with some mids and treble in the distant background.

But does the bass gets bloated when you turn the bass port all the way?  
And how deepness and impact of bass (drum) between ASG-2 and FX700?

 

[eke2k6]

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But does the bass gets bloated when you turn the bass port all the way?  
And how deepness and impact of bass (drum) between ASG-2 and FX700?

 
Yup. 
 
The FX700's bass at higher volumes is like getting hit by the power of a Mike Tyson (in his prime) punch, with the tightnses of a Manny Pacquiao fist.
 
The ASG-2 with the ports unleashed, is like getting hit by someone stronger than Mike Tyson, but with these gloves:
 

 
Mind you, it's been a year since I hear the FX700, so take that with a grain of salt.

 

[gnarlsagan]

Agree with eke.

 

[Mini0510]

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Yup. 
 
The FX700's bass at higher volumes is like getting hit by the power of a Mike Tyson (in his prime) punch, with the tightnses of a Manny Pacquiao fist.
 
The ASG-2 with the ports unleashed, is like getting hit by someone stronger than Mike Tyson, but with these gloves:
 

 
Mind you, it's been a year since I hear the FX700, so take that with a grain of salt.

But I imagine you can turn the bass port a bit without bloatness? Or else, there isn't much of a point using the bass port.
 
and I like your analogy of the boxers. That's how actually I would like describe an IEM with excessive EQ on the bass region.
But just to make sure I understand you, the ASG-2's bass is more impactful and deeper than FX700?
I know you don't have FX700 anymore, but did you specifically remember this or are you just vaguely judging this from your memory?

 

[eke2k6]

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But I imagine you can turn the bass port a bit without bloatness? Or else, there isn't much of a point using the bass port.
 
and I like your analogy of the boxers. That's how actually I would like describe an IEM with excessive EQ on the bass region.
But just to make sure I understand you, the ASG-2's bass is more impactful and deeper than FX700?
I know you don't have FX700 anymore, but did you specifically remember this or are you just vaguely judging this from your memory?

 
I specifically remember being fatigued by the FX700's concentrated bass at higher volumes.
 
I can't say that the ASG-2 is deeper. I do know that both phones' sub-bass, while very present, is somewhat overshadowed by mid-bass.
 
 
Ok, that's the last I say on the subject before I fully venture into talking-out-me-arse territory.

 

[Mini0510]

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I specifically remember being fatigued by the FX700's concentrated bass at higher volumes.
 
I can't say that the ASG-2 is deeper. I do know that both phones' sub-bass, while very present, is somewhat overshadowed by mid-bass.
 
 
Ok, that's the last I say on the subject before I fully venture into talking-out-me-arse territory.

Thanks. I might contact Dale and see if he's willing to send me a pair to try it out. Or if there is a return policy, that would work too.
Do you know how I can contact Dale directly?

 

[Mimouille]

I do not know the asg2 but several other iems are quite bassy but still nice. The IE800 for instance. Sounds wounderful if like the bass. 334 too though a bit bloated. With a sig close to 334 you also have the StageDiver 3...very bassy.

Thanks. I might contact Dale and see if he's willing to send me a pair to try it out. Or if there is a return policy, that would work too.
Do you know how I can contact Dale directly?

 

[ariesq]

Just wanted to thank you for the youtube links for artists/songs in your reviews. Found a few new albums to purchase =D

 

[vwinter]

Yup. 

The FX700's bass at higher volumes is like getting hit by the power of a Mike Tyson (in his prime) punch, with the tightnses of a Manny Pacquiao fist.

The ASG-2 with the ports unleashed, is like getting hit by someone stronger than Mike Tyson, but with these gloves:

Mind you, it's been a year since I hear the FX700, so take that with a grain of salt.

I specifically remember being fatigued by the FX700's concentrated bass at higher volumes.

I can't say that the ASG-2 is deeper. I do know that both phones' sub-bass, while very present, is somewhat overshadowed by mid-bass.


Ok, that's the last I say on the subject before I fully venture into talking-out-me-arse territory.

I remember the FX700 bass exactly like this. That thing hit like a sledgehammer. Hope that lets you stay out of talking-out-me-arse territory lol, I hear customs charges are a b*^#% there.


Also, I will be giving The Lumineers album a listen tomorrow.

 

[eke2k6]

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Also, I will be giving The Lumineers album a listen tomorrow.

 
Please do! The first time you listen, stat at track 4. Then listen from the beginning on the second time.
 
 
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Just wanted to thank you for the youtube links for artists/songs in your reviews. Found a few new albums to purchase =D

 
You're welcome!

 

[fnkcow]

ASG-2 is still not advertised on Aurisonics website yet... I wonder how long before ASG-2 with cross-valve mod come into existence... guess it'll be a really agonizing wait...

 

[eke2k6]

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ASG-2 is still not advertised on Aurisonics website yet... I wonder how long before ASG-2 with cross-valve mod come into existence... guess it'll be a really agonizing wait...

 
Again, if you want a pair you can contact Aurisonics directly. Thy are in the process of putting up a new website, so it would be counter-productive to add the new product to the old site. As for the mod, you don't even know if you want it yet. The ASG-2's bass could be perfect for you as is.
 
Their contact info:
 
Email: in-ear@aurisonics.com
Phone: (+1) 615-246-0366

 

[fnkcow]

 Thanks eke2k6! Your reviews and comparisons are very helpful

 

[eke2k6]

 Thanks eke2k6! Your reviews and comparisons are very helpful

My pleasure.

 

[vwinter]

Listened to The Lumineers just like you recommended. It's really a chilling album. One of the few I've heard that I feel almost demands to be listened to all the way through. Slow It Down on the Heaven V literally gave me goosebumps.