[64Audio]

Something that I don’t think was covered yet, how do the Volur scale with more power? I’m sure they don’t need a powerful desktop amp but do people notice a difference going from capable dongle to amp?

Main thing we look for, whether portable or large, is low-noise floor and low-output impedance. Output power is more relevant for devices that are much less sensitive. Our IEMs are around 103-114db @1kHz with just 1mW, with Duo being the single low sensitivity monitor at 98db.

 

[gnahra]

probably no noticeable difference unless you're stretching the capabilities of either. For example, the Audioquest Cobalt dongles can sometimes short out because of the low-impedance of the IEMs if you turn the volume all the way up. But if the dongle and the big amp drive them well, for your volume preference, then you shouldn't really hear a benefit from the added power output capabilities since they don't need that much power.

@Kozwoz to echo this, I've been flipping back and forth between the M9 Plus and 320 Ti; I don't know the power rating of each off hand, but I presume the 320 is more powerful. No discernible difference that could be attributed to power (tonality is a different matter of course).

The Volurs play very nicely with either source.

 

[Kozwoz]

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[Kozwoz]

Main thing we look for, whether portable or large, is low-noise floor and low-output impedance. Output power is more relevant for devices that are much less sensitive. Our IEMs are around 103-114db @1kHz with just 1mW, with Duo being the single low sensitivity monitor at 98db.

But low output impedance is not relevant because of the LID technology or am I misunderstanding?

 

[64Audio]

But low output impedance is not relevant because of the LID technology or am I misunderstanding?

Correct, besides A18t/U18t and the Fourté variants. Although impedance won't affect FR of models with LID you will still notice general reduction in sensitivity if you're using a headphone amp with a higher output impedance vs one with a lower output impedance. That's not a dealbreaker in certain cases.

 

[Chorak290]

I'm selling my Nio if anyone is interested.

https://www.head-fi.org/classifieds/64-audio-original-nio.56628/

 

[64Audio]

Hi All, if you missed the live YouTube event a couple weeks ago, we've edited it down to two separate videos. You can now watch the Unboxing and Q&A on YouTube. It was a really fun time getting the two Vitaliys to chat on camera. Hopefully more to come:

64 Audio | Volür Q&A
64 Audio | Unboxing Volür

 

[gLer]

Hey guys, it's been quite a while since I frequented this thread, but I'm back with a full review of Volür, which you'll find online here.



Hope you like, and feel free to comment here, on the review, or by DM. Thank you @64Audio for the opportunity!​

 

[Progisus]

Hey guys, it's been quite a while since I frequented this thread, but I'm back with a full review of Volür, which you'll find online here.



Hope you like, and feel free to comment here, on the review, or by DM. Thank you @64Audio for the opportunity!​

Very nice review. As far as tips staying on, I have this same problem with my Fourte and Blanc. To solve it, I cut thin strips of teflon tape and wrap several layers around the nozzle. This holds all my tips securely.

 

[gLer]

Very nice review. As far as tips staying on, I have this same problem with my Fourte and Blanc. To solve it, I cut thin strips of teflon tape and wrap several layers around the nozzle. This holds all my tips securely.

Thanks, yeah, I know the workarounds. We shouldn't need workarounds... But I digress, minor gripe on an exceptional IEM.

 

[550914]

deleted, useless post - I realized this is not the right place to discuss about facts

 

[PixelSquish]

This guy thinks a Volür has a wonky frequency response, fighting words, and then thinks we should take his advice. Oy.

 

[550914]

Do what you want I just don't care... English is not my native language, I wasn't expecting a strong adhesion to my post on this forum anyway...

 

[64Audio]

I'd advise anyone willing to buy a 64 audio to listen to it and compare to other brand before buying to avoid a potential very expensive disappointment.
I had the chance to listen most of the well known flagship iems the previous days at e-earphones in Tokyo. (It's simply heaven for any audio enthusiasts)
At first I planned to buy a 64 audio iem beyond doubt because of the aura of this brand and after listening to either the U12t, U4s, U6s, Volur, Duo, Trio, U18s it was another story, NONE of them sounded right out of the box, I was especially disappointed by the U12t, the supposed less esoteric one. The imaging, layering, holographic or whatever was great, sure, but the tuning was just not right, it just doesn't sound right, and at $2000 it shouldn't be an option.

After Googling a bit and reading reviews where people bought them with their own money I realized I was not the only one.
In the meantime I bought another pair based on my listening experience (Thieaudio Prestige Ltd, a great find btw).

I then found this post about the U12t :
https://www.audiosciencereview.com/...dio-u12t-review-iem.32518/page-8#post-1145307

I loaded the "Full" Eq in my Qudelix and went back to the shop. It was a game changer, like an on/off switch. The U12t was now sounded right, showing more a less the proper timbres. (at the expense of a bit of imaging, but still).

I ended up buying the U12t as well because of this eq curve which correct the U12t FR without compromising its other qualities.

The Volur was just fun sounding and over priced, not much to tell about them imo. Considering its wonky frequency response I'm not even sure it can be corrected by EQ without getting too much distortion...

So, this sounds obvious for sure but do not trust any sponsored or paid review, listen by yourself and always compare with other models and be prepared to apply some Eq, it's needed for almost any iem, the best example is my Shure KSE1200 which worth nothing without eq.

Just to be clear, we don't pay anyone to review our products.

 

[550914]

Just to be clear, we don't pay anyone to review our products.

Sure you don't pay the reviewer, but giving the actual product or a discount is almost the same.
I'm not against that as long as it's clearly mentioned in the review (which is the case almost every time). But when you spend more than $2000 of your own money on a pair of iem your review may be slightly different as you may have higher expectations.