I have had the same response. The problem is not only that they need to fix it, but I would like to know if any personal data has been exposed. I would not change the password now directly. If they have accessed the databases, they may have taken encrypted password data. If they've phished forms, as it seems, you may be directly revealing your current password to them.
I've cancelled my card and getting a new one. It's not good and people will have second thoughts about transactions with Penon. On their side they must make it totally clear that they have solved the problem and make a statement on this thread. We all love Penon, but we have to be clear it's safe to buy stuff.
In the same price range none. In the USD.899 bracket there is, but less holographic clarity. It's like there's a veil placed In front of the sound field. Serial's simply clearer despite it's analogue tuning.
On the other hand, the Globes are simply brighter, a tad energetic, faster and a larger scale of imaging. Imaging presentation is near field. Folks that think and prefer a brighter tuning will prefer this set over the Globe.
Common denominator on all Penon sets, across the range has always been the mids, those epic mids. Case in point below. Serial is so much realistic with an Astounding Bass! Whilst the Globes - an excellent mid bass, lush neutral mids and sparkly, spritely detailed top end.
Serial - classic vintage, Globes - fresh, modern. Pick your poison folks...
Someone finally caved! Welcome to the fold!Grrrr............END GAME!
Humbly suggest Sony WM1Z and Penon Audio Volt!
The Volt produces the style of bass I’m into, where with the IER-Z1R I would always use the Sony 1A instead of the Sony 1Z due to the (1A) offering a more withdrawn bass. With the Volt the bass is balanced, while still being DD, yet not overbearing in the least, it is still heavy enough when needed and expanded out into the stage to provide those thrills, yet never crossing over into the midrange?Personally I don’t find the Globe that bright as it’s syrupy bass-end particularly mid-bass is quite prominent, which in the end balanced out some of that treble energy.
Serial drivers speed aren’t too shabby actually and Globe not that speedy either. Both have about the same capability in details retrieval, actually the Serial might have a slight edge to me being slightly more audible due to its flatter tuning approach. Clarity are about par, however the BAs does sound a tad more refine, more of a character rather than tuning as Vortex demonstrated with just a single driver, it can deliver more.
When comes to stage size and treble air, Globe takes the cake! Two very different tuning to cater to different preferences! What’s not to like?
Nice closing!
Someone finally caved! Welcome to the fold!
Grrr… sleepless night begins…
The build of the custom-fit shell is impeccable. The design is very simple yet beautiful in my opinion. I think looks handsome to be able to see the internals of the Impact.
Matches my first impressions of the Fan2, but months later the bass seems to have developed. It’s still no basshead IEM, but there is a depth and richness to the bass that just wasn’t there before.
Too funny. Great impressions! Such perfect descriptions! Cheers!The unboxing experience is not the greatest but I'm starting to prefer this kind of stuff since it is better to pack up my gear and obviously to hide from my wife.
Somehow the CIEM looks more of the serious deal here? My gosh, that may just be one of the most beautiful CIEMs I’ve ever seen?I received the Impact from Penon a few days ago and I've been listening to it for the last couple days. So far it has been a enjoyable journey, so I decided to leave my impressions here.
The presentation is quite simple with a small cardboard box with a leather case, a small leather case with accessories, the stock Penon Obsidian cable with modular plugs and the Impacts. That’s it. Nothing fancy but of very good quality. The unboxing experience is not the greatest but I'm starting to prefer this kind of stuff since it is better to pack up my gear and obviously to hide from my wife.
Regarding sound impressions, I’m very surprised with the dynamics and the bass impact. I think it is fantastic for BA bass, very fast and with great texture. It has more quantity and quality than Traillii. I think even for those who listen to a lot of EDM (not my case), you will not be disappointed. It doesn’t have the slam or slow decay of a DD, but it is very pleasant. I also like the timbre and tonality of the Impact.
Another great aspect of the Impact is the midrange, especially when using the stock cable. Vocals sound immense and rich. I also bought the Totem cable which still provides a great midrange, but it expands the soundstage with fantastic imaging and separation. The all sound just becomes more vivid, more dimensional and more spacious. Probably the Traillii has a wider and ethereal soundstage, but nothing to complain here. I always have this idea that when the soundstage is too wide, it could sound unnatural. Not the case with Impact and Traillii though.
The Impact is a superbly resolving IEM, so it’s not a surprise the treble is detailed. It just has the right amount of sparkle, never harsh. Its tastefully done and it is very smooth for it’s given musical presentation. Once again, I realized the Totem cable expands the treble extension and it adds more sparkle to the mix.
I would also like to mention the Impact scales with sources, and it could change significantly with cables. The stock cable is mid centric and transforms the Impact into a vocals specialist. The Totem cable is a pleasant surprise. It just enhances the dynamics of the Impact with better bass texture, better resolution and a more spacious soundstage. The Liquid Links Venom improves even more the midrange details with better bass impact. The Brise Yatono gives the widest of holographic soundstage. The PWAudio 1950 (shielding) transforms the impact into an analog set with extraordinary details retrieval.
I have no problems in recommending the Impact. It’s a fantastic IEM with his own merits that can compete with other TOTL at a more affordable price. In my opinion the Impact is a set with a very balanced sound signature that is superb for all kind of music genres. Not boring by any means. The tuning is very versatile with great layering, excellent resolution and a holographic presentation. Live music sounds awesome. Classical sounds sublime. Even prog rock and metal genres sound amazing due to the speed and fast decay of the Sonion BA and the clean and smooth treble of the 4 EST. However, being the Impact a kind of midrange specialist, it’s no surprise how special it sounds with vocals. It’s mesmerizing! Hannah Reid from London Grammar or Susanne Sundfør just sound immense! Great job by Penon.
Well, they have put it on one of those giant banners that they like so much. Of course I think they should give more explanations.
Great review. You could have perfectly added it to the official ones. I agree with you on everything. I haven't had the chance to try as many high-end cables as you, but in the end I left it with code 23, which is the one that has worked best for me in terms of versatility for all genres. Expands the stage, improves textures, at the cost of moving the vocals away a bit.I received the Impact from Penon a few days ago and I've been listening to it for the last couple days. So far it has been a enjoyable journey, so I decided to leave my impressions here.
The presentation is quite simple with a small cardboard box with a leather case, a small leather case with accessories, the stock Penon Obsidian cable with modular plugs and the Impacts. That’s it. Nothing fancy but of very good quality. The unboxing experience is not the greatest but I'm starting to prefer this kind of stuff since it is better to pack up my gear and obviously to hide from my wife.
Regarding sound impressions, I’m very surprised with the dynamics and the bass impact. I think it is fantastic for BA bass, very fast and with great texture. It has more quantity and quality than Traillii. I think even for those who listen to a lot of EDM (not my case), you will not be disappointed. It doesn’t have the slam or slow decay of a DD, but it is very pleasant. I also like the timbre and tonality of the Impact.
Another great aspect of the Impact is the midrange, especially when using the stock cable. Vocals sound immense and rich. I also bought the Totem cable which still provides a great midrange, but it expands the soundstage with fantastic imaging and separation. The all sound just becomes more vivid, more dimensional and more spacious. Probably the Traillii has a wider and ethereal soundstage, but nothing to complain here. I always have this idea that when the soundstage is too wide, it could sound unnatural. Not the case with Impact and Traillii though.
The Impact is a superbly resolving IEM, so it’s not a surprise the treble is detailed. It just has the right amount of sparkle, never harsh. Its tastefully done and it is very smooth for it’s given musical presentation. Once again, I realized the Totem cable expands the treble extension and it adds more sparkle to the mix.
I would also like to mention the Impact scales with sources, and it could change significantly with cables. The stock cable is mid centric and transforms the Impact into a vocals specialist. The Totem cable is a pleasant surprise. It just enhances the dynamics of the Impact with better bass texture, better resolution and a more spacious soundstage. The Liquid Links Venom improves even more the midrange details with better bass impact. The Brise Yatono gives the widest of holographic soundstage. The PWAudio 1950 (shielding) transforms the impact into an analog set with extraordinary details retrieval.
I have no problems in recommending the Impact. It’s a fantastic IEM with his own merits that can compete with other TOTL at a more affordable price. In my opinion the Impact is a set with a very balanced sound signature that is superb for all kind of music genres. Not boring by any means. The tuning is very versatile with great layering, excellent resolution and a holographic presentation. Live music sounds awesome. Classical sounds sublime. Even prog rock and metal genres sound amazing due to the speed and fast decay of the Sonion BA and the clean and smooth treble of the 4 EST. However, being the Impact a kind of midrange specialist, it’s no surprise how special it sounds with vocals. It’s mesmerizing! Hannah Reid from London Grammar or Susanne Sundfør just sound immense! Great job by Penon.
