[H20Fidelity]

We have one of the 3X models on tour in Australia atm thanks to djvkool.

Here's a link to the tour thread and some photo's I grabbed yesterday. 

http://www.head-fi.org/t/700769/unique-melody-3x-universal-triple-hybrid-australian-tour-and-impressions


 



 

 

[as1is]

Hi to all! 3X seems quite an interesting model as for me. But I'm afraid about the mentioned peak of the upper-middles, such a thing annoys me greatly in my current T-PEOS H-100, and is one of the reason I'm looking for their substitute. Can anyone say, how significant is this peak in comparison to H-100? Or the general comparison, would it be a step forward in sound, or the same level? The source is Hifiman 601 without any modifications. Maybe someone heard 3X with HM 601, how do they collaborate? Thanks in advance.

 

[davidcotton]

Hi to all! 3X seems quite an interesting model as for me. But I'm afraid about the mentioned peak of the upper-middles, such a thing annoys me greatly in my current T-PEOS H-100, and is one of the reason I'm looking for their substitute. Can anyone say, how significant is this peak in comparison to H-100? Or the general comparison, would it be a step forward in sound, or the same level? The source is Hifiman 601 without any modifications. Maybe someone heard 3X with HM 601, how do they collaborate? Thanks in advance.

 


Depending on where you are in the world, unique melody do offer a try and return service.

 

[as1is]

 

  Hi to all! 3X seems quite an interesting model as for me. But I'm afraid about the mentioned peak of the upper-middles, such a thing annoys me greatly in my current T-PEOS H-100, and is one of the reason I'm looking for their substitute. Can anyone say, how significant is this peak in comparison to H-100? Or the general comparison, would it be a step forward in sound, or the same level? The source is Hifiman 601 without any modifications. Maybe someone heard 3X with HM 601, how do they collaborate? Thanks in advance.

 


Depending on where you are in the world, unique melody do offer a try and return service.

I'm from Ukraine, I think such service is not available for us. And even if it would be, the shipping cost seem to be rather high. I found an attractive proposal, one man from another city is selling 3X in perfect condition for about a half of MRSP. That is why I want to hear an opinion from the community, - to have some info, if this model can be an upgrade for me, or the sibilance would drive me mad.

 

[SilverEars]

Hi, did anybody that have 1p2 try these?  How do the UM compare to 1p2?

 

[karloil]

reshelled 3x

 

 

[Meanmotion]

Hi all,
 
Just wanted to add my voice to the general chat about these IEMs. I received both the 2X and 3X and have reviewed them for the websites as shown below.
 
Unique Melody 2X - TechyTalk
Unique Melody 3X - TrustedReviews
 
In summary, I have very mixed feelings.
 
Regarding both, they technically offer quite good value for money as you're getting quite a sophisticated IEM and comprehensive selection of accessories. However, I found the build to not be all that impressive, plus they're too big (both the 2X and 3X are the same size and shape) and the resulting fit was not particularly good. This isn't helped by the poor selection of foams tips.
 
As for the 2X's sound quality, bass response is very strong, perhaps too strong. It can overpower the rest of the mix a little. There's also a harsh spike in the upper-mids/lower-high range which makes cymbals, some vocals, violins and distorted guitars tiring to listen to. Lower mid-range is also a bit lacking and there's a distinct roll off in the upper-most frequencies, making for a fairly flat soundstage. They're a reasonable choice if you want a 'fun' sound that is a little scooped and aren't looking for the utmost in detail.
 
The picture is much the same with the 3X but here that treble spike is even more prominent, making it an even more fatiguing IEM, at least to my ears. However, the overall impression is of a much tighter IEM. Bass still powers through but feels a tad more controlled than on the 2X. There isn't the same roll off at the top either, so you get a much more spacious, detailed sound. Personally I'd never choose them simply because of that treble spike (heavy metal in particular really suffers) but again if you're after a strong bass response but want that sparkling high-frequency detail these are worth considering.

 

[Ivabign]

This is too bad - as UM hasn't had the same issue with their Merlin. I notice that the X2 & X3 don't show up as available at all the UM websites - so I wonder if it is a trial balloon, or market specific somehow....
 
Maybe 4BA + 1DD (Merlin) was designed by a different team...

 

[djvkool]

  This is too bad - as UM hasn't had the same issue with their Merlin. I notice that the X2 & X3 don't show up as available at all the UM websites - so I wonder if it is a trial balloon, or market specific somehow....
 
Maybe 4BA + 1DD (Merlin) was designed by a different team...

 
2X and 3X are only for UK market I think...

 

[Meanmotion]

Yeah, UM hasn't been entirely clear on what's happening with the 2X and 3X. I think it basically comes down to them being a bit of a trial run with limited availability, and as it's a UK company that's where they're making them available. I guess they're still waiting to sell enough, or to get more feedback, before ramping up production (if they ever do).

 

[karloil]

I believe Vietnam also carries the 2x and 3x...

 

[doublea71]

  I believe Vietnam also carries the 2x and 3x...

Yep - they have them here. I wasn't impressed at all and wouldn't be surprised if they are discontinued.

 

[Dobrescu George]

anyone had a chance to compare them to akg k3003?..