[UniqueMelody]

tri-DD model, that is interesting. any more info? DD only or hybrid?

DDs only, we are still working on some different tuning plans.

 

[Facta]

DDs only, we are still working on some different tuning plans.

Very tempting, tri-DD. Must be a minefield, tuning something like that. Very much looking forward to this. Any alternate considerations to QDC Dmagic 3D surely welcome. Wonder if anybody else attempted a 3 DD before?

 

[ifrK]

Sure, the new stocks will be here in about a week.

Musicteck already open for the preorder of that. and i got one of that preorder. if everything on schedule the set will be in my hand next week. thanksss

 

[tma6]

Also ordered these for the preorder, will update with impressions in a couple weeks very excited

 

[Vitaly2017]

HI guys what happened to the audition list? I was in that list but probably the last one there, sis the audition tour even happen?

I think it was musictek sending the unit for auditions right?

 

[UniqueMelody]

HI guys what happened to the audition list? I was in that list but probably the last one there, sis the audition tour even happen?

I think it was musictek sending the unit for auditions right?

The demo has been sent to @Resolve. So the Canada tour has started.

 

[Vitaly2017]

The demo has been sent to @Resolve. So the Canada tour has started.

Ohh thats good news any idea how far am I in the tour list? I am in Canada to. More exactly montreal

 

[tarry880725]

Hi everyone, I just bought MEST and want to know using which upgrade cable better? Effect Audio Leonidas II, Eletech Plato or Crystal Cable Double Duet? Thank you

 

[UniqueMelody]

Ohh thats good news any idea how far am I in the tour list? I am in Canada to. More exactly montreal

There are 2 members ahead of you.

 

[Layman1]

Hi everyone, I just bought MEST and want to know using which upgrade cable better? Effect Audio Leonidas II, Eletech Plato or Crystal Cable Double Duet? Thank you

Can you say what the things are about the MEST that you'd like to change/increase/decrease?
Once you can state these things, then it's much easier for others to recommend a cable that can achieve your desired adjustments to the sound signature

 

[tarry880725]

Can you say what the things are about the MEST that you'd like to change/increase/decrease?
Once you can state these things, then it's much easier for others to recommend a cable that can achieve your desired adjustments to the sound signature

Thanks for reply. I am uisng it with stock cable and SP1000M now, i like the vocal sound for now but thinking lacking bass a bit. So if change to 3 cables I mention above will totally change its sound signature?

 

[Hyperfluxe]

The red/blue is the original version. The carbon black/grey is the Japan Exclusive version. We have made some exclusive versions for Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong where we know better about the audiences' tastes. We are relatively new to the NA and EU markets, so it will take some time for us to know more about the consumers. When we have enough information, we will make special tuned exclusive versions on certain models for NA/EU too.

So if my understanding is correct, the North American units from MusicTeck in red or blue follow a more Harman type tuning, making it more neutral/reference in overall sound, whereas the Asian units have more musicality especially towards female vocals (upper mids), since that's what those audiences value the most? Can you explain why midbass has stronger slam and impact on Japanese units than NA ones, seeing that the basshead phenomena is far more prevalent here and in the UK compared to Japan? If I could easily get a JP unit shipped to Canada I would give it a try instantly. Unfortunately the current store on Amazon.jp ewon't ship to Canada which I find odd seing that a lot of my purchases from Amazon JP take less than 2 days in delivery (Azla Seda Earfits initially and recentky the Xelastec tips, they all got delivered under 48 hrs to my door).

 

[UniqueMelody]

So if my understanding is correct, the North American units from MusicTeck in red or blue follow a more Harman type tuning, making it more neutral/reference in overall sound, whereas the Asian units have more musicality especially towards female vocals (upper mids), since that's what those audiences value the most? Can you explain why midbass has stronger slam and impact on Japanese units than NA ones, seeing that the basshead phenomena is far more prevalent here and in the UK compared to Japan? If I could easily get a JP unit shipped to Canada I would give it a try instantly. Unfortunately the current store on Amazon.jp ewon't ship to Canada which I find odd seing that a lot of my purchases from Amazon JP take less than 2 days in delivery (Azla Seda Earfits initially and recentky the Xelastec tips, they all got delivered under 48 hrs to my door).

The MusicTeck version is the standard version which we are selling them in all the regions. JP exclusive version is a limited edition, and it was required by the distributor in Japan. We equally value all customers, but we are just lack of experience in the western market. The extra mid-bass is more like a side-effect of the extra induction port which was designed for extra comfort in long listening sessions. We didn't tune that way. So the change in the mid-bass is minimal to none, and it is quite ear-shape depending based on the customer feedback. Meanwhile, we are thinking about designing a Western version (as required) that focuses more on bass, dynamic, and sound density in mid without sacrifices too much in clarity and overall balance.

 

[Layman1]

The MusicTeck version is the standard version which we are selling them in all the regions. JP exclusive version is a limited edition, and it was required by the distributor in Japan. We equally value all customers, but we are just lack of experience in the western market. The extra mid-bass is more like a side-effect of the extra induction port which was designed for extra comfort in long listening sessions. We didn't tune that way. So the change in the mid-bass is minimal to none, and it is quite ear-shape depending based on the customer feedback. Meanwhile, we are thinking about designing a Western version (as required) that focuses more on bass, dynamic, and sound density in mid without sacrifices too much in clarity and overall balance.

That would be awesome

 

[Layman1]

Thanks for reply. I am uisng it with stock cable and SP1000M now, i like the vocal sound for now but thinking lacking bass a bit. So if change to 3 cables I mention above will totally change its sound signature?

Personally, I can't answer your question exactly because of the 3 cables you've mentioned, I've only heard Plato, and then only very briefly (and on a $4.5k IEM).
So far, the cables I own are mostly in the lower range of the price spectrum; Ares II 8-wire, a thicker gauge Ares II+, and the Eletech Prudence.

What I can say is that with some IEM's I've reviewed, using those cables can result in an immediately noticeable change in sound signature.
However, I didn't find that so much with the MEST. Couldn't say why; perhaps it shows the quality of the MEST's stock cable

For more bass, I think either of those Ares II cables I mentioned, or any variant of the Effect Audio Thor II cable (4-wire, 8-wire, thicker gauge + model) should achieve that without compromising the other great qualities of the MEST.
I suspect the EA Lionheart could be an enticing pair-up, since it's said to add note weight, thickness, richness and musicality, although it's possible it might reduce the soundstage and separation too, making for a slightly more intimate feel.
I was thinking to buy a used one on here, and by the time I stopped hesitating and made up my mind, it was gone already. You snooze, you lose
I've also heard good things about the Plussound EXO gold-silver 8 wire cable (I'm reciting the name from memory, so I may not have got it right).

You'd have to look at reviews on here for the cables you mentioned, but my impressions from passively noticing impressions posted is that they seem to be ones that generally tighten up the signature and add resolution, detail, clarity and extension. Not sure if any of them will very significantly increase the low end impact/rumble/slam?
But let's see what other people with experience of them can say