[rq1111]

Hi! Just to check with those who have this iem for quite sometimes. I have bought not long ago but compare it with my oriveti primacy, the bass of Martian seems lacking the sub-bass. I wonder if the bass will be more after more burn-in time for the dual dynamic driver? I like Martian for the treble and sound stage but sub-bass seems lacking.

 

[rq1111]

I had just tried with another cable which i realize a mismatch of cable that the sub-bass is lacking. Still be waiting for my new cable PW no.5 to try.

 

[dankedante]

How do these compare to the T8ie MkII? Trying to decide which one to buy.

 

[tienbasse]

  How do these compare to the T8ie MkII? Trying to decide which one to buy.

VERY different signatures.
T8iE put a lot of emphasis on bass and have a fun lively signature.
Martians actually don't that much bass (at least considering they're using 2 dynamic drivers), they're just flatter overall, with an emphasis on clarity and details.
 
People have given impressions in this thread.
Unless this is your first IEM, and you don't know what kind of signature you like best, it should be an easy choice given the large difference between these models.

 

[rq1111]

My Martian finally burn-in recently.

Before it is burn-in, I had been cable rolling from stock to sxc24, scx8 and also bought the pw no5 as i find the bass is not enough so trying cable rolling. I find that the stock cable and pw no5 is better than sxc24 and sxc8. Still not satisfied about the bass, i start tip rolling. From stock silicon to foam tips then bought the JVC Spiral Dot tips and found the bass is good!

I thought it is because of the tip but when i try cable rolling again using my sxc24 and sxc8 again, I found the bass is good! I realize my Martian has finally burn-in! Now, enjoying my Martian. I almost wanted to sell it away but luckily I had waited else i will regret it.

 

[kezane]

How long do u took to burn-in? i realize my Martian still lacking of bass. Anyway to recommendation improve? Thanks

 

[tienbasse]

How long do u took to burn-in? i realize my Martian still lacking of bass. Anyway to recommendation improve? Thanks

Honestly, no amount of burn-in will compensate for a lack of bass.
Bass tend to tighten with burn-in, not increase.

You can also experiment tips or cable changes, but unless you already have cable/tip stocks to use, do not spend a lot of money, just change for IEMs with more bass, this is not what the Martians are about, despite their 2 dynamic drivers.

 

[Cotnijoe]

Honestly, no amount of burn-in will compensate for a lack of bass.
Bass tend to tighten with burn-in, not increase.

You can also experiment tips or cable changes, but unless you already have cable/tip stocks to use, do not spend a lot of money, just change for IEMs with more bass, this is not what the Martians are about, despite their 2 dynamic drivers.

Giving the low end, maybe up to around 60 Hz or so a 2 or 3 dB boost with EQ could help you out there as well without really destroying the integrity of the sound.

 

[darveniza]

I had to use an amp to get the best out of the Martian. Somehow It seems some of the bass elements are compromised by the source. At least that is my take

 

[kezane]

its weird that sennheiser urbanxl headphone had better bass and soundstage.

now i was thinking whether does the new fiio i1 helps

 

[LikeaG6]

Hi can u guys check the plug to see if there are cracks? They are not really cracked up but as they are visible so I am kinda worried. My previous 2nd Martian also has this case.

 

[kezane]

Which part of the plug?

Mine is torn at the cable around the ear .. anybody know where can we can replacement cable? I realise most cable is either mmx or different pins.

 

[Cotnijoe]

Which part of the plug?

Mine is torn at the cable around the ear .. anybody know where can we can replacement cable? I realise most cable is either mmx or different pins.

If you email UM they'll cover you for a replacement cable.

service@uniquemelody.org

 

[kezane]

If you email UM they'll cover you for a replacement cable.

service@uniquemelody.org

tried email them but so far no reply yet.

hopefully they can send a free replacement cable.

Its so hard to find a replacement cable with that connector. Any idea what is the connector called? thanks!

 

[Bina]

Not as common as 2 pin and mmcx, but plenty of places offers this cable. You can find plenty on Luna shop or Aliexpress, some premium brands also offer them, for example Effect audio.

Simply search for Ultimate ears connectors or cable. Just be careful, don't buy the one for triple find, must have these angled connectors of USE, UM, Qdc.