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Aug 2, 2023 at 4:00 AM Post #62,297 of 91,342
Aug 2, 2023 at 6:24 AM Post #62,298 of 91,342
how's everyone doing?!

Finally had the time and the mood to drop my headphones and have a great listen on my mentor and jewel. Been spending a lot of time hunting for music instead of listening recently.

Hope everyone is doing well here!
 
Aug 2, 2023 at 6:31 AM Post #62,299 of 91,342
how's everyone doing?!

Finally had the time and the mood to drop my headphones and have a great listen on my mentor and jewel. Been spending a lot of time hunting for music instead of listening recently.

Hope everyone is doing well here!
True. It's easy to get too lost in gear and forget about actually listening to music and appreciating artistry 🙄
 
Aug 2, 2023 at 8:04 AM Post #62,300 of 91,342
It has happened: Tidal gets Hi-Res, MQA is dead. New update since today!

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Aug 2, 2023 at 8:05 AM Post #62,301 of 91,342
The Shanling H5 with IKKO OH5 ASGARD + my entire cd collection that I've ripped to sd card. Using folder navigation via synclinkfrom phone is a really great experience the sound quality matches my M6 Ultra super stoked for a £200 ebay buy this thing is brilliant 20230802_125847~3.JPG
 
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Aug 2, 2023 at 10:20 AM Post #62,302 of 91,342
I’m currently deciding between the impact or VE phoenix for a lush mid vocal set so price aside which would you recommend?

Phonix LE

Sorry to quote you again, do you still have your dorado? If so, could you get a size comparison picture between it and the singularity? That would be real helpful to see just how big (or not) the singularity is compared to something I basically also still have.

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Aug 2, 2023 at 10:25 AM Post #62,303 of 91,342
It has happened: Tidal gets Hi-Res, MQA is dead. New update since today!

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It probably is, but it clearly says there that they will continue to use MQA.

I imagine that replacing the immense collection they have will take years…
 
Aug 2, 2023 at 10:56 AM Post #62,304 of 91,342
The Trifecta and Perpetua may be all the IEMs I need I am thinking.

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While the Trifecta is insanely fun, punchy and even rambunctious; the Perpetua is insanely natural. Love them so much. The Celeste cable takes the Perpetua to new heights, as it acquires more resolution, bass authority, and sparkle.

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This is a special cable, folks. Makes me want to buy the Effect Audio Centurion to compare and contrast these two amazing cables. I have had long demos with the Centurion at CJ Singa.

In any case, thinking of letting go of my precious Jewel, my friends. Hit me up if you are interested.

I do own 8-10 others but not sure how many will become keepers!

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Aug 2, 2023 at 11:10 AM Post #62,305 of 91,342
The Trifecta and Perpetua may be all the IEMs I need I am thinking.

Nice. Swap out Perpetua for Singularity and I'm right there with you :)
 
Aug 2, 2023 at 11:34 AM Post #62,306 of 91,342
Nice. Swap out Perpetua for Singularity and I'm right there with you :)
How is the resolution on the Singularity? I'm hearing impressions that it's relative to Z1R/Symphonium x Nightjar Meteor.
 
Aug 2, 2023 at 12:03 PM Post #62,307 of 91,342
Nice. Swap out Perpetua for Singularity and I'm right there with you :)
I liked the Singularity at CJ Singa but didn’t love it. Resolution wasn’t all that and although impressive for the price, not flagship-level performance as far as I am concerned. Others’ mileage may vary. 🙏🏻

I like the Duality more. But would take Perpetua over both.

The synergy of the Perpetua with my Sony is the stuff of rock n’ roll dreams come true. Vocals give the Susvara a run for its money. ❤️

I wish you all could check it out on my chain with the Celeste cable (with or without my EQ).
 
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Aug 2, 2023 at 12:41 PM Post #62,309 of 91,342
I placed an order for a Singularity and I'm now wondering if I made a mistake. I guess time will tell.
Depends on your preferences. This post by Deezel177 suggests that I would prefer Singularity over Duality. Trust your ears in the end.
 
Aug 2, 2023 at 12:54 PM Post #62,310 of 91,342
Depends on your preferences. This post by Deezel177 suggests that I would prefer Singularity over Duality. Trust your ears in the end.
This is helpful, thank you. It's hard to gauge the Singularity's resolution based on listener impressions but it will be in my hands soon enough so I'll judge with my ears.
 

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