The Watercooler -- Impressions, philosophical discussion and general banter. Index on first page. All welcome.

[Rolu]

The Rosenkranz HP 100 Million cable sounds absolutely amazing! Easily one of the best cables I've heard. Its stiff ergos mean it will strictly be tied to my Mjolnir at home, however

Sharing some pictures I just took of this IEM to give it more attention:

How does it sound?
Wait don't tell me mine arrives the day after! Can't wait.

 

[warrenpchi]

Hi Warren,

Apologies, now amended as per your suggestion

Thank you!

 

[wolfstar76]

The Rosenkranz HP 100 Million cable sounds absolutely amazing! Easily one of the best cables I've heard. Its stiff ergos mean it will strictly be tied to my Mjolnir at home, however




How does it sound?
Wait don't tell me mine arrives the day after! Can't wait.

Just curious what are your current stuff? You only listed your past stuff.

 

[Rolu]

Just curious what are your current stuff? You only listed your past stuff.

I blame this hobby that would never allow my 'current' list to stay current between one week and the next!

I maintain the pass stuff for record-keeping and as a reference for when headfiers reach out with comparison requests.

 

[THE 001 Music]

Sharing some pictures I just took of this IEM to give it more attention:

I auditioned Moses last night, for the second time within a week.
They are truly TOTL, but definitely overpriced.
Legion bass is vastly superior.


Reverend Dr. Thomas,
The Vegan Vicar
THE 001 Music (ministry)

 

[Aetherhole]

The Rosenkranz HP 100 Million cable sounds absolutely amazing! Easily one of the best cables I've heard. Its stiff ergos mean it will strictly be tied to my Mjolnir at home, however




How does it sound?
Wait don't tell me mine arrives the day after! Can't wait.

I am really enjoying the hell out of them right now. They are full-bodied. Bass is big. It’s not the most detailed in the bass, but it’s got character still. The treble is airy and has a dip in just the right place for me and my ears. Everything sounds pretty expansive on it. It’s a little bit thicker in the mids, so those going for neutral, this may not be the right fit. However, I really enjoy the lushness.

Oh wait never mind. I wasn’t supposed to say anything!

You get one tomorrow?? Post your impressions once you get it!!

 

[KuroKitsu]

They are truly TOTL, but definitely overpriced.

Welcome to the Cooler, sorry about the last few particles of your wallet being annihilated from existence

 

[THE 001 Music]

Yep, that's what I wanted to say. And now explicitly, as already posted in the other thread: in retrospect, I'm afraid that my impressions may have come across as too negative. But that should not be the case. On the contrary: for the price range and unique character (particularly in relation to the bass), Duality is simply the top dog. My expectations were set too high by the desire to find a successor to the Xe6 as a bassy IEM. But apples and oranges simply cannot be compared.

It would be great to have a Triality (as a duality with even better technicalities) …

I auditioned both Singularity and Duality last night and ABSOLUTELY preferred the former.

 

[drftr]

Bird.

Since Traillii OG was already on the list but not at that spot I wondered if he knew an IEM that should be there instead. I think I echo your sentiment.

drftr

 

[mikaik]

Hi guys, first time posting here ... for those who have heard the Flipears Legion, how does it compare to the Fatfreq Scarlet Mini and Maestro Mini? I have both Minis and am considering letting them go if the Legion is just as good. While those are fun, I am now leaning towards tight bass and yet still be able to hear the rest of the frequency range. With Fatfreq, its all about the bass, everything else takes a backseat. It's still super fun. I am also considering the Supernova since that is also within the same price range. Would they compliment each other? Thank in advance.

I prefer the maestro mini. The bass is faster, the whole presentation more balanced. Legion has larger stage and more resolving treble.
It all depends on your music, really.
@MakeItWain has put together a comprehensive guide of the genres the Legion's suitable for.

 

[GiullianSN]

Flight leaving soon and I'm ready for my first CanJam.

Most importantly, catch up with great people, some I’ve know for many years, some new.

See you soon CanJam SG

 

[haci]

Which IEM do you think would be nailed to the cross from reading the Watercooler for such a long time, Haci?

drftr

The ones that seem to stand the test of time seem to be Z1R and Bird so far. What do you think?

 

[mvvRAZ]

Small care package from yesterday, W4 + W2 Ultra + Flash Acoustics Thanos

 

[Leonarfd]

Campfire Audio has a new entry level model with Axion $249, a full range SDD (silicon dynamic driver). Looking at their website it look very similar to a BA(square design), but this is for sure a DD going by the sound. Rich and smooth, engaging and fatuige free sound. It is delivered with a USB-C cable instead of a normal cable, only tried it this way so far. You can change out the cable and use it with your normal gear, it is MMCX similar to other Campfire models. But from reading their description the Axion is aimed for a set to use in your daily life, so a USB-C cable can be a good solution then.

This is a bullet style IEM, and should work for more folks than traditional sets. Even on my large deep ears they work excellent once using large tips, and you could use it either around your ear or hanging straight down.

I will give them a few days at the work (and at home) and come back with some more thoughts, but first impression is good. And its fun seeing Campfire Audio offering something more affordable, I bet many would love this one.

https://www.campfireaudio.com/pages/axion

 

[Simpeler]

Hmmm, maybe no april fools joke?