[Nimweth]

I agree, that as a brand, LZ really needs to do a redesign. If they want to have a retro flare, that’s fine, but the wacky attempt at a calligraphy font looks just wrong...at least to me. Fortunately it’s such small print on the A7.

That's right. As a former typesetter and graphic designer, you NEVER write a word in all upper case when using a script font.

 

[Slater]

One thing I've been wondering about is who the manufacturer of the Be driver in the Believe is. If it is indeed a driver that is imported from Japan, then it stands to reason that there is a supplier on the other end who is involved as well, and potentially documentation about their product.

Many companies don’t divulge who their suppliers are. Otherwise, their competitors would use the same suppliers themselves. In fact many are contractually bound not fo divulge the information.

 

[1clearhead]

Wow do u have a link for the HZSound HZ5 Pro? I will surely buy one HZ5 Pro to try it out if it delivers globally.

I was super impressed with their HZSound Heart Mirror, it gets my vote for best sub $100 single DD for this year. Neutralish bright set. Great timbre, good set for vocal lovers. It has a forwards mid without veering into shoutiness at the upper mids, fast transients and good technicalities. I daresay it has the best timbre for acoustic instruments I've heard for a sub $100 set. Cons are soundstage is average, note weight is thin and it needs amping to scale better (sounds meh from a smartphone).

You can check them out at the link below...
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z0d.6639537.1997196601.57.7fc97484c9jOZb&id=584070635359

-Clear

 

[baskingshark]

You can check them out at the link below...
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z0d.6639537.1997196601.57.7fc97484c9jOZb&id=584070635359

-Clear

Thanks. It looks like a Semkarch SKC CNT1 actually. In terms of single DD CNT with similar shell shape and even tuning filters (though this one has 3 tuning filters compared to the 2 in Semkarch).

 

[Slater]

Thanks. It looks like a Semkarch SKC CNT1 actually. In terms of single DD CNT with similar shell shape and even tuning filters (though this one has 3 tuning filters compared to the 2 in Semkarch).

The shell design and the 3 tuning filters looks very similar to the Magaosi K3 Pro.

 

[baskingshark]

The shell design and the 3 tuning filters looks very similar to the Magaosi K3 Pro.

Ah thanks for the headsup. But Magaosi K3 Pro is a hybrid 2BA + 1DD, compared to CNT single DD in the Semkarch and this new HZSound set.

Though yep I wouldn't be surprised these CHIFI companies do OEMs for each other or at least source shells and parts from the same factory/supplier. Just stamp a different logo on the shell and we are good to go! And if they feel adventerous, purport the driver to be beryllium!

 

[1clearhead]

Thanks. It looks like a Semkarch SKC CNT1 actually. In terms of single DD CNT with similar shell shape and even tuning filters (though this one has 3 tuning filters compared to the 2 in Semkarch).

I like the idea that they provide foam filters for each tuning nozzle. Genius!

 

[1clearhead]

The shell design and the 3 tuning filters looks very similar to the Magaosi K3 Pro.

Yup, they are definitely similar, but without BA's.

 

[Xinlisupreme]

Reecho insects Awaken arrived and sounds very very good.
I love his timbre and it’s very comfy.
Mid is clear but doesn’t miss Body at all.
Very balanced sound even out of box and outstanding value at this price!

 

[peter123]

Game on

 

[Xinlisupreme]

I had many issues with Tape last year, fortunately Amazon refund me, i hope new Tape Pro is better.
First Tape wasn't bad with a good cable, but i prefer Ikko OH-10 that doesn't cost too much.

 

[Audio Fun]

I have been listened to the Hifiman RE-200 for the while now. Even though it has been on the market for a long time, it still meet the expectation for now day.
It has really great neutral tonality with good amount of fullness, so it doesn’t sound harsh or overly neutral. The timbre on this are realistic, especially for the female vocal.
The technical performance are outstanding as well. Really enjoyed it!!

 

[RikudouGoku]

Got my Tape Pro.

and......i am facepalming so hard......it sounds worse than the original tape....in stock.........

I am going to let this burn in and hope it will change after 20 hours or so (and I am not a believer of burn in....). Because I am getting a headache from both the sound and the fit due to the sharp corners. Also pray that the tuning "screw" will help it as well....

If it doesnt change for the better then:

 

[phthora]

Man, that is one ugly graph... Always a bad sign when the treble roll-off starts at 3600hz.

 

[RikudouGoku]

Man, that is one ugly graph... Always a bad sign when the treble roll-off starts at 3600hz.

Here is the graph with only the pro: