[baskingshark]

This has to be a mistake!

Haha it is on their webpage. But yeah I think you are right, probably they meant 8 BA + 1 DD. If not maybe it is so basshead that the DDs will rattle the jaw until one gets a stroke.

 

[Poganin]

the DDs will rattle the jaw until one gets a stroke

But what a way to go!

The technical specification tab actually shows 1 DD + 8 BA, though, so I expect that is the right configuration. I mean, how would you fit 8 DDs into an IEM shell?

 

[Redcarmoose]

New Mangird Xenns IEM, the Xenns Top

8DD + 1 BA

$530 USD

Seems cable is modular to have 2.5/3.5/4.4mm terminations





https://www.linsoul.com/products/xenns-mangird-top

1 DD, 8 BA.....probably?

 

[baskingshark]

Another pseudo planar IEM incoming:

Celeste Pandamon

Uses a square planar driver (SPD), which there is some controversy as to whether it is considered a legit planar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2386473901653225/posts/2973300126303930/

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804717709696.html

Graph looks very stretched, but this is purportedly the upgrade to the first SPD, the Celest Guminho (which had a BA inside also). Placeholder pricing of $999 USD.

But wow, the shells look quite bad*ss.

 

[o0genesis0o]

Another pseudo planar IEM incoming:

Celeste Pandamon

Uses a square planar driver (SPD), which there is some controversy as to whether it is considered a legit planar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2386473901653225/posts/2973300126303930/



https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804717709696.html

Graph looks very stretched, but this is purportedly the upgrade to the first SPD, the Celest Guminho (which had a BA inside also). Placeholder pricing of $999 USD.

But wow, the shells look quite bad*ss.

Less than 10dB ear gain. Not great, not terrible. If the price is not bad, I might grab this one to review. At least my colleagues will think I’m very badass (dorky) when I wear it around the office.

 

[Redcarmoose]

Nice! The last Celest sounded like a planar though!

Another pseudo planar IEM incoming:

Celeste Pandamon

Uses a square planar driver (SPD), which there is some controversy as to whether it is considered a legit planar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2386473901653225/posts/2973300126303930/



https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804717709696.html

Graph looks very stretched, but this is purportedly the upgrade to the first SPD, the Celest Guminho (which had a BA inside also). Placeholder pricing of $999 USD.

But wow, the shells look quite bad*ss.

 

[baskingshark]

Less than 10dB ear gain. Not great, not terrible. If the price is not bad, I might grab this one to review. At least my colleagues will think I’m very badass (dorky) when I wear it around the office.

Very much look forward to your review then! Haha I wonder what waifu anime babe they will package with this badboy haha.

Only thing, is the 9 ohm impedance is a bit worrying, if one uses sources with output impedance > 1 ohm. Based on the audiophile rule of eights, it might skew the FR if paired with something with higher output impedance.

Another important factor. There is no way one can smuggle this IEM in and trick the significant other, when another IEM comes in the mail. Other silvery or black IEMs can be easily disguised as an older IEM in the drawer. But this skull design is sure to attract unwanted rage and gnashing of teeth like bees to honey!

Nice! The last Celeste sounded like a planar though!

Yep, actually I think the tuning and implementation is of more importance than the advertised driver type/brand or driver count.

 

[Redcarmoose]

https://www.kiiboom.com/

New!

 

[Redcarmoose]

New Mangird Xenns IEM, the Xenns Top

8DD + 1 BA

$530 USD

Seems cable is modular to have 2.5/3.5/4.4mm terminations





https://www.linsoul.com/products/xenns-mangird-top

When this was released last week they came with DACs inside! Now it’s corrected!

https://www.linsoul.com/collections/all/products/cca-hm20?variant=43508768047321

 

[brsdrgn]

I'm pretty much used to the folks here so I wanna ask sth a little unrelated.

Which one do you think is better? Mest mk1 for $630 or TSMR Land for $440? I'll step up in the game a little.

Edit: Went for tsmr

 

[saldsald]

1 planar (square?) + 4 ba

 

[ChrisOc]

Another pseudo planar IEM incoming:

Celeste Pandamon

Uses a square planar driver (SPD), which there is some controversy as to whether it is considered a legit planar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2386473901653225/posts/2973300126303930/



https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804717709696.html

Graph looks very stretched, but this is purportedly the upgrade to the first SPD, the Celest Guminho (which had a BA inside also). Placeholder pricing of $999 USD.

But wow, the shells look quite bad*ss.

I am "foncused" what I see on headphones are square (ok, rectangular) planar drivers, so why are square planar magnetic drivers "fake" on earphones.

I read the article by the KZ rep and I get the argument about fewer magnets on SPD. My planer earphones (with metal shells) are either busy repelling each other or attract each other like rabbits in heat....but round and square, call me square but I do not get it.

 

[PhonoPhi]

It's out, CCA CXS,
(1 DD, $18~$20)
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/100...07FEXKGFk688K5Vu-0q5nTQPNQR9hesW-Mm7GPrVv5RvE

KZ is obsessed with this Magnetic Gap (and thin membrane),
what does that tiny magnetic gap will add?

CCA/KZ are pushing the boundaries with their designs and technical reasoning behind it
Good in the long term for the hobby.

The smaller gap is expected to increase sensitivity, but then the membrane travel distance may be limited and with it the dynamic range. Also the driver may be more prone to mechanical failures, and the better tolerances are required.

Another pseudo planar IEM incoming:

Celeste Pandamon

Uses a square planar driver (SPD), which there is some controversy as to whether it is considered a legit planar: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2386473901653225/posts/2973300126303930/



https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804717709696.html

Graph looks very stretched, but this is purportedly the upgrade to the first SPD, the Celest Guminho (which had a BA inside also). Placeholder pricing of $999 USD.

But wow, the shells look quite bad*ss.

The shells look harsh indeed, while 9 Ohm may be needed for this driver to get any reasonsble dynamics - skipping stronging magnets in the design, they rely solely on the field induced by the coils, which necessitates much higher currents.

 

[Dsnuts]

MEAOES stands for multiple audio experiences.
The Eagle model shown here specs as follows

2BA+7.5mm dynamic +8mm Dynamic.
Sensitivity 103dbs
Frequency 20hz-40Khz
Impedance 10 Ohm
Cable. Crystal copper modular cable with 3.5mm,2.5mm and 4.4mm plugs

RP-$149.. These might be one of the best sounding hybrids at this price. There is something different the Titanium dome does for mids. Its got an unexpected sophisticaion that you would never expect at this price. The Ceramic dome that does the bass is got some special sauce as well. When you use the two BAs for trebles + titanium dome for mids and the certamic dome for bass--This is how you get a different hybrid that stands out.

Will be for sale as of tomorrow on Penon audio web site.

 

[ToneDeafMonk]

New Mangird Xenns IEM, the Xenns Top

8DD + 1 BA

$530 USD

Seems cable is modular to have 2.5/3.5/4.4mm terminations





https://www.linsoul.com/products/xenns-mangird-top

Pretty sure it's a 8BA 1 DD