[Scubadevils]

Not yet, should be ready in a week's time.

Enjoy and look forward to your impressions!

 

[Ace Bee]

Really enjoying the Hifiman RE800 - I'm on holidays at the moment and brought a few sets of earphones with me but this is the one I'm reaching for the most. They fall into a more 'polite' and relaxed tuning category but with very good detail and resolution - perfectly suited for some of my electronic music library. Comfort is absolutely fantastic, barely feel them in my ears - really like this bullet form factor, which definitely has me hungry for more! 634ears on the radar and I see @Ace Bee took the plunge last year, I could only see your post on the fact you ordered them - how have you found them since?

My apologies that I did not ever make an impression post of them. I did review the Effect Audio Signature series Ares S prototype cable with it, and there were some words on it...but I'll do a detailed impression post soon. Thanks for reminding me. However, I can say this, it has earned its place in the $600-$700 range. I can probably make a short ranking:

Transparency: MG600=LOAK-T(CL)>Elan
Stage Width: MG600>LOAK-T(CL)>Elan
Stage Depth: Elan>MG600>LOAK-T(CL)
Imaging: Elan>MG600>LOAK-T(CL)
Note Details: Elan>LOAK-T(CL)>MG600
Bass: Elan>LOAK-T(CL)>MG600
Mid: LOAK-T(CL)>MG600>Elan
Treble: LOAK-T(CL)>Elan>MG600

So, as you can see, the LOAK-T(CL) is quite a competent iem, and all of them have their own unique traits. Especially if you can get the B-Stock discount from 634EARS, that will make it an insane Value For Money that will be very difficult to match.

 

[Scubadevils]

My apologies that I did not ever make an impression post of them. I did review the Effect Audio Signature series Ares S prototype cable with it, and there were some words on it...but I'll do a detailed impression post soon. Thanks for reminding me. However, I can say this, it has earned its place in the $600-$700 range. I can probably make a short ranking:

Transparency: MG600=LOAK-T(CL)>Elan
Stage Width: MG600>LOAK-T(CL)>Elan
Stage Depth: Elan>MG600>LOAK-T(CL)
Imaging: Elan>MG600>LOAK-T(CL)
Note Details: Elan>LOAK-T(CL)>MG600
Bass: Elan>LOAK-T(CL)>MG600
Mid: LOAK-T(CL)>MG600>Elan
Treble: LOAK-T(CL)>Elan>MG600

So, as you can see, the LOAK-T(CL) is quite a competent iem, and all of them have their own unique traits. Especially if you can get the B-Stock discount from 634EARS, that will make it an insane Value For Money that will be very difficult to match.

Great, thanks for those impressions - MG600 still firmly on the radar too but you've thrown a spanner in the works by bringing the Technics TZ700 to my attention!

 

[Ace Bee]

Great, thanks for those impressions - MG600 still firmly on the radar too but you've thrown a spanner in the works by bringing the Technics TZ700 to my attention!

Frankly, I'm a bit guarded against shelling out the asking amount for it...however, there's a pre-loved one listed on classified for a pretty attractive discounted price. But the condition is a bit beaten up, even though it works flawlessly (as claimed by the lister)...but ultimately because of the cosmetic condition I didn't go for it. If you wanna take one for the team, take a swing at it

 

[Scubadevils]

Frankly, I'm a bit guarded against shelling out the asking amount for it...however, there's a pre-loved one listed on classified for a pretty attractive discounted price. But the condition is a bit beaten up, even though it works flawlessly (as claimed by the lister)...but ultimately because of the cosmetic condition I didn't go for it. If you wanna take one for the team, take a swing at it

Nah I'm too OCD, needs to be in excellent condition for me - exactly how I keep my treasured collection! Agreed though, the asking is on the steep side for new, still on the fence... but drooling in its direction!

 

[NymPHONOmaniac]

Great review! I love the glass and LEDs on this thing, though it warrants a screen protector. Will you be testing the Moondrop Dawn or Tanchjim Stargate? I'd be curious of your take on those in comparison despite their relatively low price.

thanks mate.
say what....Tanchjim Stargate???
wow....its just impossible to keep up with all these dongles release....a new one pop up every week!
M15 is the very best dongle i own out of about 20 i have....it's really ''reference class''....notably cleaner than Xduoo Link2 Bal (which i adore for its more colored musicality as well as more powerfull outpu)

Ill try to get the Dawn, it seem very promising with its Dual CS43131....specs i read was insane so im not sure they are legit (hope audioscience will measure it!) i think i read 130db SNR (!?!)

 

[NymPHONOmaniac]

THATS so exciting!!

The TEMPOTEC V6 Dual AK4493SE DAC Music player was already extremely competitive in pricing (300$), but the super early bird on KICKSTARTER will be even more of a bargain: 270$!

If i understand correctly, it will be the supreme do it all mid-tier DAP, like the V1A on steroid and with better DAC. It seem you can use dongles with it too (usb in), making it a music station with LOT of possibilities. I've never been that excited for a DAP release cause yes, the price is very affordable for something that might represent a end game DAP for some. Oh, and the 4500mah battery promise long autonomy.

specs and features:
Full format decoding: DSD512 native, MQA 16X, DXD, PCM 32bit/768kHz
Open Android OS: Android 8.1
Deeply optimized OS: SRC bypass architecture makes music transferring efficiently at low latency.
Music source: Micro SD, USB DAC In, Bluetooth5.0, AirPlay.
V6 hardware: 2*4.4mm, 2*3.5mm, 4.2' touch screen, 4500mAh battery
DAC：2*AK4493SE
Processor: Snapdragon 425 @RAM 2GB ROM 16GB
SNR: 124dB; DNR: 124dB; THD+N:-111dB
Output level: 2VRMS/3.5mm ,4VRMS/4.4mm
Output Power: 330mW/32Ω/3.5mm,610mW/32Ω/4.4mm
Crosstalk: 84dB/32Ω/3.5mm,116dB/32Ω/4.4mm

For more update, sign up here:
https://www.tempotec.net/en-ca/a/pf_preview...

 

[brsdrgn]

THATS so exciting!!

The TEMPOTEC V6 Dual AK4493SE DAC Music player was already extremely competitive in pricing (300$), but the super early bird on KICKSTARTER will be even more of a bargain: 270$!

If i understand correctly, it will be the supreme do it all mid-tier DAP, like the V1A on steroid and with better DAC. It seem you can use dongles with it too (usb in), making it a music station with LOT of possibilities. I've never been that excited for a DAP release cause yes, the price is very affordable for something that might represent a end game DAP for some. Oh, and the 4500mah battery promise long autonomy.

specs and features:
Full format decoding: DSD512 native, MQA 16X, DXD, PCM 32bit/768kHz
Open Android OS: Android 8.1
Deeply optimized OS: SRC bypass architecture makes music transferring efficiently at low latency.
Music source: Micro SD, USB DAC In, Bluetooth5.0, AirPlay.
V6 hardware: 2*4.4mm, 2*3.5mm, 4.2' touch screen, 4500mAh battery
DAC：2*AK4493SE
Processor: Snapdragon 425 @RAM 2GB ROM 16GB
SNR: 124dB; DNR: 124dB; THD+N:-111dB
Output level: 2VRMS/3.5mm ,4VRMS/4.4mm
Output Power: 330mW/32Ω/3.5mm,610mW/32Ω/4.4mm
Crosstalk: 84dB/32Ω/3.5mm,116dB/32Ω/4.4mm

For more update, sign up here:
https://www.tempotec.net/en-ca/a/pf_preview...

The early bird price is indeed bargain for the specs they mentioned. After dx160, this seems like a disruptive DAP entering to the market. Cost-cut is probably on the screen? I don't see what type of panel they used.

2gb of ram seems a bit less for the future OS upgrades but at least they didn't go with a low performance chip like ibasso did with dx160. Rockchip 8 core is not energy efficient at all especially when the device on idle. At least, Snapdragon 425 will definitely give a better user experience and battery management.

 

[brsdrgn]

And one more thing 330mW output power from 3.5mm 32Ω? Wow that seems really powerful.

I've recently purchased m11 plus ESS version and it gives 210mW from 3.5.

That means tempotec v6 gives %50 more juice...

 

[InvisibleInk]

THATS so exciting!!

The TEMPOTEC V6 Dual AK4493SE DAC Music player was already extremely competitive in pricing (300$), but the super early bird on KICKSTARTER will be even more of a bargain: 270$!

If i understand correctly, it will be the supreme do it all mid-tier DAP, like the V1A on steroid and with better DAC. It seem you can use dongles with it too (usb in), making it a music station with LOT of possibilities. I've never been that excited for a DAP release cause yes, the price is very affordable for something that might represent a end game DAP for some. Oh, and the 4500mah battery promise long autonomy.

specs and features:
Full format decoding: DSD512 native, MQA 16X, DXD, PCM 32bit/768kHz
Open Android OS: Android 8.1
Deeply optimized OS: SRC bypass architecture makes music transferring efficiently at low latency.
Music source: Micro SD, USB DAC In, Bluetooth5.0, AirPlay.
V6 hardware: 2*4.4mm, 2*3.5mm, 4.2' touch screen, 4500mAh battery
DAC：2*AK4493SE
Processor: Snapdragon 425 @RAM 2GB ROM 16GB
SNR: 124dB; DNR: 124dB; THD+N:-111dB
Output level: 2VRMS/3.5mm ,4VRMS/4.4mm
Output Power: 330mW/32Ω/3.5mm,610mW/32Ω/4.4mm
Crosstalk: 84dB/32Ω/3.5mm,116dB/32Ω/4.4mm

For more update, sign up here:
https://www.tempotec.net/en-ca/a/pf_preview...

This looks great. It seems to have 4 ports, all 3.5 and 4.4mm. That leads me to believe two of them are dedicated line-out, which is a major factor for me personally.

I signed up for the mailing list. Thanks!

 

[FlacFan]

Hold your horses. Kickstarter = crowd funding = you may or may not even get anything for your $$$.
Biggest turn off for me Android 8.1 - really? That was released 2017. Ouch!
Everything else sounds good, but only if they deliver. Pun intended.

Cheers.

 

[Redcarmoose]

https://www.linsoul.com/collections/all/products/kinera-margarita?variant=42924679266521

A description including everything and kitchen sink. An actual description adding the history of the Margarita drink.

The Margarita also incorporates the females form, if you choose yellow!

From Linsoul:
“Margarita's love story is a profound & bittersweet one. This love could only be buried deeply in the heart. Our designer uses a deep dark paint on the remaining IEM shell to symbolize a girl's contour and to represent the mystic night & the couple's intense love but the sadness being left behind. “Margarita's Phantom” comes in a warm yellow main tone. Yellow relates to our warm sunlight which brings joy & hope. It signifies us to treasure our present & to love our life. We have decorated the faceplate with yellow optical particles, the salt-like glowing glints hint at us as the tears we shed in old times. Our designer outlines subtle lines to blend all these into the design.”

KINERA

Margarita QoA

1 DD + 1 BA + 2 EST Hifi In Ear Earphone​

• Driver ConfigurationProfessional Three-Way Frequency CrossoverUnique Design Ergonomic design
• 2.5mm / Black 2.5mm / Yellow 3.5mm / Black 3.5mm / Yellow 4.4mm / Black 4.4mm / Yellow

SPECIFICATION :
2.5mm, 3.5mm, 4.4mm
COLOR : Black/Yellow



PRODUCT PRICE
$549.00 USD

 

[Nimweth]

My current best set-up:
Hidizs AP80 Pro X > Fedai 16 core balanced cable > KBEAR Believe. Amazing!
Link to cable:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0965T5P45?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

 

[Redcarmoose]

 

[Mr.HiAudio]

How Big...How gold.
MuseHifi Power. Very very very BIGGEST iems but sound very wide and enveloping.

"Who say Big Panda?!"