superuser1
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I wonder if there is something like the poor man's Andro.....
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Andros have 2 different tunings. Well dependant on color but I read reports of slight sound tweeks with each color. The standard green one has the widest stage. Sparkly clear treble and a enthusiastic bass end. ( Cheapmans Andro= ATH-CKR9) Both earphones use Aluminum housing.
The new S version has more distinction and precision in the mids with slighly less coloration percievable in the treble. More accurate imo and has just as much bass as the stock andros. The metal housing adds to the more cleaner black background of the S version with a new mids driver. ( Cheapmans Andro S= ATH-CKR10) Both use a hard steel metal for housing similar here as well.
I havent heard the CKR90s or CKR100s but I would imagine both of these are more refined over the previous CKR series. Even though Andros use 5 high end BAs and the CKRs use dual dynamics. Tuning is what is similar. Andros take this sound sig to a whole different level however.
The new S version has more distinction and precision in the mids with slighly less coloration percievable in the treble. More accurate imo and has just as much bass as the stock andros. The metal housing adds to the more cleaner black background of the S version with a new mids driver. ( Cheapmans Andro S= ATH-CKR10) Both use a hard steel metal for housing similar here as well.
I havent heard the CKR90s or CKR100s but I would imagine both of these are more refined over the previous CKR series. Even though Andros use 5 high end BAs and the CKRs use dual dynamics. Tuning is what is similar. Andros take this sound sig to a whole different level however.
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Zerohour88
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depends on how poor you are and your definition of "Andromeda" is
there's always the green PHB EM-023 (KZ ZS6 green is super rare now, I think?)
recently decided to peek on the LZ Big Dipper thread, and brooko shared 2 IEMs that kinda matched Andro's FR, the Alclair Curve and Earsonics ES3. Definitely cheaper
HiFlight
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Yes, you might consider the CA Orion. It has been referred to as the baby Andromeda. A very non-fatiguing and neutral SQ with gorgeous mids. Very often overlooked in the CA collection and, IMO, underestimated.
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As a long time Andro owner, I have always been looking for something that could step up to the plate and swing somewhere in the ballpark for a lot less money. That search has been fairly fruitless......that is until the DM6 in balanced! Very impressive! I need to do some more analytical listening but on first go I was slackjawed at the incredible performance of this for the price.......just ridiculous!
silverfishla
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This set definitely benefits from a balanced source I have found as well.
Now i start that utterly useless exercise
Dm6 in hig regard of Andromeda's onwer + other guy like tenhz p4 equaly to dm6 = TEHNZ P4 CAN BE COMPARED TO 1100$ ANDROMEDA'S
Of course I am joking, but yes, we know we all do that mental exercise of comparing A with B that seems like C that is better than D that as a better cxb tham E and so on lol. No need to say that this is useless
Dm6 in hig regard of Andromeda's onwer + other guy like tenhz p4 equaly to dm6 = TEHNZ P4 CAN BE COMPARED TO 1100$ ANDROMEDA'S
Of course I am joking, but yes, we know we all do that mental exercise of comparing A with B that seems like C that is better than D that as a better cxb tham E and so on lol. No need to say that this is useless
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zeppu08
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Will wait for your final thoughts on this.. i havent heard the dm6 but they are in my ali cart.. i heard the andros and they are on a supreme league. And because of it, i was curious how the two compare.. is it $800 worth it in terms of sound quality. Hope to hear more comparison on this two..
I’d actually say the Campfire Comets is more of the baby Andromeda. Basically a lesser version with same bass texture, a smaller soundstage and overall tonality.
Orion is kind of its own thing (even compared with other IEMs). It’s definitely underestimated and provides a pleasant, easy going, detailed and non-fatiguing listen. It’s also pretty light and comfortable. Coherence is easy with a one driver configuration. I really like mine.
depends on how poor you are and your definition of "Andromeda" is
there's always the green PHB EM-023 (KZ ZS6 green is super rare now, I think?)
recently decided to peek on the LZ Big Dipper thread, and brooko shared 2 IEMs that kinda matched Andro's FR, the Alclair Curve and Earsonics ES3. Definitely cheaper
All three are nothing alike, I wouldn't even use the word "kinda" in this situation. They all have completely different FR.
Zerohour88
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glad for you to chime in. So in your opinion, what would be the "poor man's Andro", if there is such a thing?
Disclaimer: "kinda" is used loosely here, of course. I thought it was simply relevant since I was searching on info whether the LZ BD is still a worthy buy now or rather just get the Andro from a possible future sale (or maybe something entirely different altogether). Coincidentally the Andro was also being discussed there, thought I would share the tidbit for people to discuss. I am in no way suggesting that I personally have listened to all 3 side-by-side to to claim that they are similar, only sharing info from the other thread.
If you're looking purely at FR (as a disclaimer for any newbies out there, you shouldn't) there are IEMs like the Eartech Duals, Empire Ears ESR and Lime Ears Model X that measure somewhat similarly to the Andromeda. Unfortunately they also sound nothing alike so "measuring similarly" isn't really quite enough to get the same sound. I don't think anything really sounds similar to the Andromedas at any price point.
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superuser1
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Thank you all for your inputs.
What size are the nozzles? I want to maximize isolation, and I would like to have 2-3 alternatives on hand for when my DMGs arrive, but I don't know what size will fit the nozzle.
tomscy2000
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There is a lip to the nozzles. I'd go for tips that are between 3.5 - 4 mm wide. You could consider the SpinFit CP145 (which are included with the AKG N5005). For maximum isolation, the best bet is with foam tips, e.g. Comply T-200. I don't have any experience with Symbio tips.
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