@@marqie589 You are urged to become VEGAN, since carnism (the destructive ideology that supports the use and consumption of animal products, especially for “food”) is arguably the foremost existential crisis.🌱
I have cut off 3.5 mm jack of Klean. And installed 4.4 mm jack instead, because the original Kefine cable is very sweet to me. This iem is truly outstanding, it has become the best in my collection
I recently purchased EPZ Q1pro, well balanced with amazing soundstage, the best I have heard under $50.00. Now I must try this new Kefine. Thanks Andy.
Thanks for the great review..... After watching your review I ordered a pair of the KEFINE Klean and they are absolutely fantastic.... Very clear, with great mids and and nice bass. For me personally with an iFi UNO they need no adjusting. Thanks...
Thank you for your review, I buyed today a pair to see what's all the fuss, for 36.8 usd from the official Hifi-go store is a steal!, and now knowing your opinion of those iems is making me happily hyped for it!
Andy, I wish Kefine would've released this some months sooner because I got the Zero Reds as my first IEM. Still, they have a decent sound so it is what it is. Nice Review as usual Andy.
Hello! You are one of the youtubers that I trust the most, especially because I agree with many of the things you say, as well as your rating table. I have the Ziigaat Estrella and I love it because for a not excessive price it is good in areas that interest me such as dynamics, macro/micro detail, layering and in others it is competent. However, I would like to know, taking advantage of the fact that I still have the return window, if you are going to receive any promising product under €500 soon such as a Hype 4, Tea Pro... Regards
I find 60's rock music (The Rolling Stones. The Velvet Underground) sound incredible with the Klean. The guitars sound truly extraordinary on these. I love them so much!
I just saw your review on the HBB PR2 which you recommended. How does the Kefine compare with the PR2? The reason I ask is because I probably can't hear the difference you hear. I miss seeing your numerical rating on this review.
Kefine Klean easily compete and even perform better when it comes to crisp clean imaging and dynamic transient coherency vs PR2. The difference being, PR2 a magnetic planar will still be better with overall speed (more energetic and a little brighter too). While Klean favors crisp edged decays, PR2 offers more airy decays
Hi, I like your reviews. I'm bored with their bright sounds, I'm curious about their natural and warm timbre, do you think buying a Letshouer S08 for twice the price will double my music taste? The MP145 also retails for $80, which I'm hesitant to do because they're huge. In addition, the SM4 caught my attention with its rave reviews. Which one would be wise to choose?
Thanks. between Klean and EW300DSP? Klean of course, as noted in this video, for that price range Klean offers borderline illegal package for such value
if I have 150 budget, should I save money buying this Kefine Klean? I am aiming for simgot SM4, can you give your thought on that? where my money should go? haha thanks Andy!
For now, easy to just get Klean if you are gunning for under $100. Above $100, then it will be tougher because we have something like Hidizs MP145/MP143 which is a superior IEM in every way possible
Already tested Kefine Klean, compared with S12 2024, MP145, Quintet and Perfomer 5 and 5+2 at Picky Audio Library, im surprisingly that the sound way better and clean compared the IEM that i listed above. Sound Neutral Warm, treble is not harsh (suitable for treble sensitivity person) and bass is not punchy and have fast attack bass between the Performer 5 and Klean, i would choose Klean, compared Quintet and Klean, i would choose Klean because Klean treble is more laid back and not harsh compared to the Quintet
I have a budget under 400 USD (new or used are all good), my preferred genres are pop, jazz, ballad, rap, and orchestra. I also play fps games on occasion. what should I get if I like vocal, detail retrieval and high quality bass (don't need a lot of bass). Thanks
With that budget there's tons of options really. I have witnessed the upheaval of quality in the last 2 years that itnis hard to find something I consider as bad. But because you asked for recommendations, then I would recommend something I personally like more over the rest, which is LETSHUOER S12 2024 or Rose Technics QTX
May is VDSF tuned and more colored in accordance to Harman styled Subbass focused tuning with suppression on Lower Mids. They are tuned differently. You will like May more if you like Harman styled sound. Klean will be more appealing to those loving traditional V sound curve. I also think that Kefine have slightly better overall resolution vs May
They are tuned differently to serve different preferences. Que is warm, super smooth, Midrange focused and super appealing for those loving natural organic timbre over analytical prowess. S2 offers somewhere in between, and will still be my favorite for under $100 this year for being excellent with Midbass speed and punch, a little bit more analog sounding than Klean. Klean is an all rounder, jack-of all-trade, master-of-none
how it goes against the one i possess like Tanchjim 4U ultra, Sivga Que, Rose technics Star city, simgot EA 500 LM, EPZ Q1 pro, kiwi ears cadenza. Rock & Metal are go to go genre for me.
Perhaps a strange comparison, but how does this compare to the Venture Electronics smt? Is it a comfort vs technicalities trade off when switching from earbud to iem?
SMT being open earbuds will always be more comfortable for hours on end all day long while any insert type IEMs can only be worn between 1-4 hours mostly. Only SIVGA Nightingale I can wear for literal half a day without any discomfort. Sound wise SMT is less colored and more suited for monitoring where accuracy is important. Klean is a bit more geared for energetic, fun and clean sounding
@@AndyAudioVault Thank you for your response! I've dipped myself into the audio rabbit hole a couple of years ago and I wish I had stumbled upon your channel sooner. Really thorough reviews with a lot of work to make it as objective as possible.
Wow that's tough. S12 is a magnetic planar and priced way higher, it has faster transient response and a little brighter too, a bit more airy with decays. I haven't tried A4000 so I have no idea. P5 on the other hand is more Bassy emulating Subwoofer sort of experience with more coloration throughout the entire frequency range
Kefine klean and tanchjim 4u which is best for neutral sond ,fast clean bass ,airy sparkle tribble and wide soundstage. If you know another better option type the name. Under 5k
4U with Monitoring switch is more neutral and transparent. Both already very clean, fast and sparkly. Both very well matched in many ways. You can also consider iBasso Jr Klee
If you are already happy with Delci gaming performance then no point switching to Klean because it will not provide any improvements over what Delci already have
I mentioned in this video I will unlikely recommend Delci AE beyond this point onwards because you get the same sort of quality Delci AE offers for less $ from the Klean. They are on the same level of quality
oh zvx. i loved it. i still love the sound. BUT i'm hearing light crinkling sounds inside, when i adjust the iems (might be driver flex?). and i have to adjust it often because i have small ears, and the qdc connectors are angled out.
@@AndyAudioVault I purchased KZ D-Fi non-tuning version based on your review. Easily one of the highest cost performance. I still can't believe those are $12...
since the shells are metal, it can be assumed that moisture got inside through the sound pipe. try to put a bag of silica gel next to the headphones, which will remove excess water after a while
@vitaliy108 good assumption, however does not apply here... Unless there was moisture accumulated during shipping. They worked for 2 hours playtime and unfortunately one side has unusable low balance. Phenomenal set otherwise. I'll be returning them to grab the Aful Explorer for now.
Hi Andy: Meze Alba IEM at only $150 is getting rave reviews. - You are a master of comparison with your score cards. So how does it compare to this KEFINE Klean ? th-cam.com/video/_FUSqaux2wk/w-d-xo.html
@@ping2dk I have tried Alba and compared to Klean, Alba has thicker and more colored sound, musical and immersive. In comparison Klean actually has slightly better overall resolution and transient speed, less colored and more transparent. Both great IEMs in my view as long as you understand what you prefer the more
@@AndyAudioVault GREAT HELP thank you Andy. I will settle for the Klean they they are only 1/3 of the price. You also helped me to find the fabulous iBasso DC04 Pro and now waiting for the upgrade to IBasso dc07pro - also with your help §;-) I own the Porche of headphones built with real leader and steel the Bowers & Wilkins P7 Wireless - which I scored used for only $57 §;-) Bower & Wilkings P7 wireless has good bass and magical 3-D soundstage but lacks a bit of clarity in the treble - so I went on a buying and testing spree with 11 different over the ear big headphones 1. XTC - O $ 1200 special built from the USA that started it all: - flat and boring in sound - no depth and 3D in soundstage - had to sell it. 2. HiFiman Sundara was flat and boring in sound 3. FOCAL CLEAR flat and dull in sound - exchanged for: 4. STAX 500 L with dedicated amplifier - exchanged for the top model: 5. STAX 700 L incredibly detailed top, but lacks body, bass and 3-D 6. AUDEZE - GX warm and lovely in sound, but lacks treble. 7. AUDEZE - X even better, but still lacking treble. 8. SENNHEISER HD 650 very linear but lacks engagement and 3-D but lacks the final engagement and 3-D from the Bower & Wilking's P7. 9: Sennheiser, HD 820 - costs 15K and amp 19K from new - it wasn't my cup of tea at all.§;-( Lots of air, clarity and detail up in the treble but completely lacked body, bass and fullness. 10. I was looking forward to the new Bowers & Wilkins Px8 but boy was I disappointed: it is not nearly as good as the old P7 wireless ( which MUST be the wireless model the wired one is nothing special ) LCD X and GX really lacks too much detail in the treble - had to sell them. Fleetwood Mack's "Oh Well" has a really sharp metallic guitar which is almost not there on these. They are too dark and warm in sound - seriously lacking in the treble. LCD X sound awful out of the box or on an iBasso Pro 4 dongle from the mobile. Audeze : If you want to bring out the best in it you will need the ROON EQ dedicated to every single Audeze model then they start to sing. The bass and slam is the best I have heard - but lacks the final engagement and 3-D from Sennheiser as my gl. Bower & Wilking's P7 has to a magical degree. So now I'm back to it - also sounds great on mobile with a balanced cable and iBasso Dongle.
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great review as always
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Kefine ❌
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@@marqie589
You are urged to become VEGAN, since carnism (the destructive ideology that supports the use and consumption of animal products, especially for “food”) is arguably the foremost existential crisis.🌱
I have cut off 3.5 mm jack of Klean. And installed 4.4 mm jack instead, because the original Kefine cable is very sweet to me.
This iem is truly outstanding, it has become the best in my collection
Its such a good buy at $44. Sounds great with most metal subgenres.Thanks for the review.
🤘🏼
great review! already ordered mine during 11.11 sale and hoping to try it out ASAP!
Great review Andy! I am enjoying my Kefine Klein.
🙏🏻
I recently purchased EPZ Q1pro, well balanced with amazing soundstage, the best I have heard under $50.00. Now I must try this new Kefine. Thanks Andy.
You are in for a treat!
Awesome review as always boss 😎🤘
Sama sama
Thanks for the great review.....
After watching your review I ordered a pair of the KEFINE Klean and they are absolutely fantastic....
Very clear, with great mids and and nice bass.
For me personally with an iFi UNO they need no adjusting.
Thanks...
You’re welcome! Glad you’re enjoying them
I already have the Delci, this could've saved me some money. But its something for me to buy in the future in case anything happens to my Delci.
The Delci is still a much better IEM.
😇 May God Bless You Always, Erwandy! 😇
Good IEM , In my case after about 50 hours of burn in, the sound has been upgraded a lot
Man you’ve always got some killer shades on 👍🏻
😎
Looking forward for your EPZ TP35 review.
Thanks for the great review. ❤
It's coming very soon. And thanks!
Thank you for your review, I buyed today a pair to see what's all the fuss, for 36.8 usd from the official Hifi-go store is a steal!, and now knowing your opinion of those iems is making me happily hyped for it!
Enjoy it! 👍
My favourite audio reviewer❤
@@gourabdeb9144 🙏
Another excellent review from one of the straightest shooters in the IEM review game. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and talent, Andy.
Appreciate it!
just ordered !.
Nice review Andy, thanks. I was about to buy Kefine Klean but I saw at Amazon the OG EA500 on discount, $32 dollars, ended up buying it 😁
My pleasure
@@S1RBR4N Sounds great with a nozzle modification. 🤫
@donglemadness I have delci should I get this 🤔 or the aful explorer...
Andy, I wish Kefine would've released this some months sooner because I got the Zero Reds as my first IEM. Still, they have a decent sound so it is what it is. Nice Review as usual Andy.
Thanks!
Hello! You are one of the youtubers that I trust the most, especially because I agree with many of the things you say, as well as your rating table.
I have the Ziigaat Estrella and I love it because for a not excessive price it is good in areas that interest me such as dynamics, macro/micro detail, layering and in others it is competent.
However, I would like to know, taking advantage of the fact that I still have the return window, if you are going to receive any promising product under €500 soon such as a Hype 4, Tea Pro...
Regards
Thanks for the support! Unfortunately I have no idea if I will have access to Hype 4 or Tea Pro. We shall see
I find 60's rock music (The Rolling Stones. The Velvet Underground) sound incredible with the Klean. The guitars sound truly extraordinary on these. I love them so much!
Hey Andy
Great review
Please also update the IEM ranking google sheet
Thanks! also the sheet has been updated!
@ Thanks Andy
Really love your work
I just saw your review on the HBB PR2 which you recommended. How does the Kefine compare with the PR2? The reason I ask is because I probably can't hear the difference you hear. I miss seeing your numerical rating on this review.
Kefine Klean easily compete and even perform better when it comes to crisp clean imaging and dynamic transient coherency vs PR2. The difference being, PR2 a magnetic planar will still be better with overall speed (more energetic and a little brighter too). While Klean favors crisp edged decays, PR2 offers more airy decays
@@AndyAudioVault Thanks so much for the quick and detailed response! Very glad I found your channel!
Hi, I like your reviews. I'm bored with their bright sounds, I'm curious about their natural and warm timbre, do you think buying a Letshouer S08 for twice the price will double my music taste? The MP145 also retails for $80, which I'm hesitant to do because they're huge. In addition, the SM4 caught my attention with its rave reviews. Which one would be wise to choose?
Yes S08 will be suitable, so does SIVGA QUE
Thank you for the great video. What would you recommend between the Klean and the EW300 DSP?
Thanks. between Klean and EW300DSP? Klean of course, as noted in this video, for that price range Klean offers borderline illegal package for such value
if I have 150 budget, should I save money buying this Kefine Klean? I am aiming for simgot SM4, can you give your thought on that? where my money should go? haha thanks Andy!
For now, easy to just get Klean if you are gunning for under $100. Above $100, then it will be tougher because we have something like Hidizs MP145/MP143 which is a superior IEM in every way possible
Already tested Kefine Klean, compared with S12 2024, MP145, Quintet and Perfomer 5 and 5+2 at Picky Audio Library, im surprisingly that the sound way better and clean compared the IEM that i listed above. Sound Neutral Warm, treble is not harsh (suitable for treble sensitivity person) and bass is not punchy and have fast attack bass
between the Performer 5 and Klean, i would choose Klean, compared Quintet and Klean, i would choose Klean because Klean treble is more laid back and not harsh compared to the Quintet
that is crazy
I have a budget under 400 USD (new or used are all good), my preferred genres are pop, jazz, ballad, rap, and orchestra. I also play fps games on occasion. what should I get if I like vocal, detail retrieval and high quality bass (don't need a lot of bass). Thanks
With that budget there's tons of options really. I have witnessed the upheaval of quality in the last 2 years that itnis hard to find something I consider as bad. But because you asked for recommendations, then I would recommend something I personally like more over the rest, which is LETSHUOER S12 2024 or Rose Technics QTX
thanks !
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Hi, good sir. How does this compare to the Moondrop May?
May is VDSF tuned and more colored in accordance to Harman styled Subbass focused tuning with suppression on Lower Mids. They are tuned differently. You will like May more if you like Harman styled sound. Klean will be more appealing to those loving traditional V sound curve. I also think that Kefine have slightly better overall resolution vs May
Is kiwi ears Allegro a good dac for Kefine Klean? If not, any recommendation below $100. Thanks
Yes Allegro is a good pairing for Klean. You can also consider AKLIAM PD6
Klean vs sivga que vs titan s2. What is the difference between them? Which one is better?
They are tuned differently to serve different preferences. Que is warm, super smooth, Midrange focused and super appealing for those loving natural organic timbre over analytical prowess. S2 offers somewhere in between, and will still be my favorite for under $100 this year for being excellent with Midbass speed and punch, a little bit more analog sounding than Klean. Klean is an all rounder, jack-of all-trade, master-of-none
⭐Hey Andy, Your stranded on a tropical desert island and you have 1 choice. You take the Kefine Delci or the Klean which one you picking. 🌞🌴🌴
Between the two, Klean is what I will grab
@@AndyAudioVault Thanks.
I got the Klean today. Looking at Aful Explorer on AE. Worth it?
BTW, your devices sitting on the ledge gave me ptoper anxiety 😅
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How you think they behave for Metal music? Thanks alot for another video.
With the silver nozzle yes, great for Metal, with the black nozzle a bit spicy
@@AndyAudioVault Thanks my friend.
how it goes against the one i possess like Tanchjim 4U ultra, Sivga Que, Rose technics Star city, simgot EA 500 LM, EPZ Q1 pro, kiwi ears cadenza. Rock & Metal are go to go genre for me.
Klean is more aligned to be similar to Tanchjim 4U in natural mode
review the xenns mangird top please
Hello sir, what do you think of this versus the Inawaken Dawm MS?
I have no idea, haven't tried Dawn MS
Perhaps a strange comparison, but how does this compare to the Venture Electronics smt? Is it a comfort vs technicalities trade off when switching from earbud to iem?
SMT being open earbuds will always be more comfortable for hours on end all day long while any insert type IEMs can only be worn between 1-4 hours mostly. Only SIVGA Nightingale I can wear for literal half a day without any discomfort. Sound wise SMT is less colored and more suited for monitoring where accuracy is important. Klean is a bit more geared for energetic, fun and clean sounding
@@AndyAudioVault Thank you for your response! I've dipped myself into the audio rabbit hole a couple of years ago and I wish I had stumbled upon your channel sooner. Really thorough reviews with a lot of work to make it as objective as possible.
Klean vs klanar which one should I get?
Klean
What is the alternative if I want to use it for gaming too
EW300 is great for gaming
how would u compare it with Origin?
Origin is of course more resolving and more extended with dynamic reach, also more transparent with almost zero coloration
Hello, how do you compare the sound in the Kefine Delci with the Klean?
The OG Delci is warmer and thicker with Subbass
Just answer in one word :
Simgot ew200 or kefine klean?
Klean
I'm confused whether it's worth spending 100-150$ if the iem like kefine klean or simgot em300 are so good.
It's a good confusion because you will not get a bad deal no matter how or what you decide on buying
@ i did buy ew300 dsp and i did not liked it over tangzu waner. I still feel waner is good. I don’t think its worth upgrading to ew300
Dear Andy, can you compare them to S12 (standard version), Final a4000 and Aful performer 5?
Wow that's tough. S12 is a magnetic planar and priced way higher, it has faster transient response and a little brighter too, a bit more airy with decays. I haven't tried A4000 so I have no idea. P5 on the other hand is more Bassy emulating Subwoofer sort of experience with more coloration throughout the entire frequency range
What about to hifi t3+ which one is better. Thanks
Klean is better
Kefine klean and tanchjim 4u which is best for neutral sond ,fast clean bass ,airy sparkle tribble and wide soundstage.
If you know another better option type the name. Under 5k
4U with Monitoring switch is more neutral and transparent. Both already very clean, fast and sparkly. Both very well matched in many ways. You can also consider iBasso Jr Klee
How it compares with Truthear ft. Crinacle Zero Red and Simgot ew200??
Klean offers better overall resolution and dynamic balance vs Zero Red and EW200
Nice review, Andy, as usual. How do you rate these for death metal?
Death Metal yes, use the silver nozzle and it will be great
How is the performance of klean compared to delci in terms of gaming? I am currently using delci, should I switch to Klean?
If you are already happy with Delci gaming performance then no point switching to Klean because it will not provide any improvements over what Delci already have
@@AndyAudioVaultThanks for your reply.🙏
I'm happy with my delci.
Just asking out of curiosity.😊
How this compare with Delci Ae in sound quality?
I mentioned in this video I will unlikely recommend Delci AE beyond this point onwards because you get the same sort of quality Delci AE offers for less $ from the Klean. They are on the same level of quality
@@AndyAudioVaultNot the same quality, the AE has better drivers, better shells and better cable.
I hope you take a look at KZ PRX 🙏
Not too sure about KZ recently. They keep making new IEMs before people even have the time to breathe. Let's see
Is it V shape or other
Mild V
Your pick between delci v delci ae v Klean for rock, metal and instrumental music. Thanks
As mentioned in this video, Klean is now my default recommendations since they are all practically offering the same thing
the Kefine case looks the same like the one from the Artti t10 hahaha
Hi andy, i listen a lot of deephouse, trance, house music, would you say this Klean is better then the Sivga que? I can buy the sivga que for €45
Que is warmer, richer sounding and less analytical. Yes this Klean would work for your music
@donglemadness ok, i loved the blon 03, would you think the Que them is the better option?
How does this compare to the EW300?
More or less the same in terms of performance and sound. Just minor differences which is only evident if you compare them side by side
@donglemadness Gracias compadre!
Bang yg ni dgn simgot ew300 dsp better yg mana? Saya dengar modern metal. Xnk yg bingit sangat
Yang ni lagi ok
How does it compare to the KZ ZVX?
More or less the same on sound quality
@donglemadness Okay thanks 👍
oh zvx. i loved it. i still love the sound. BUT i'm hearing light crinkling sounds inside, when i adjust the iems (might be driver flex?). and i have to adjust it often because i have small ears, and the qdc connectors are angled out.
@@AndyAudioVault I purchased KZ D-Fi non-tuning version based on your review. Easily one of the highest cost performance. I still can't believe those are $12...
Kefine klean or kefine delci?
@@Emre-nl8df The answer is already mentioned in this video. Get Klean
Delci has better drivers, better cable and better build quality.
Unfortunately the left bud has severely low volume, after 2 hours of listening. Hopefully this is a one off and not some QC issues.
since the shells are metal, it can be assumed that moisture got inside through the sound pipe. try to put a bag of silica gel next to the headphones, which will remove excess water after a while
@vitaliy108 good assumption, however does not apply here... Unless there was moisture accumulated during shipping.
They worked for 2 hours playtime and unfortunately one side has unusable low balance. Phenomenal set otherwise. I'll be returning them to grab the Aful Explorer for now.
vs artti t10 that is also $50 ?
Both are great, Can't go wrong with any one of them. Just remember Klean offers better build (metal) and tuning nozzles to tune the sound
KZ PRX vs Truthear Zero Red vs Kefine Klean vs Oriveti OD100 vs Simgot EW200?
Hip hop, Indie, Techno, House mix, Acoustic. Sensitive to High treble.
Kefine Klean
Kefine is slowly becoming my favorite brand. ❤
this or truthear zero red?
@@KemmelPenes Kefine Klean absolutely
Letshuoer Aoshida E20 worth a listen.
Klean and E20 both good to have.
I've the e20 but does it compare to klean interms of technicalities?
i have 50 dollarr shoud i buy this or not
Absolutely!
Aiyuh… budget cheap & cheerful stuff my game. Have to buy liao.
Wei the product at the balcony rails give me anxiety
lol
@@AndyAudioVault come visit the new Sunway Pyramid for the viewers.
Saw it in ali in less than 30 dollars...
You should compare to Tangzu Yu Xuanji
I look forward to it
Aria og is better I guess
Not really
Hi Andy: Meze Alba IEM at only $150 is getting rave reviews. - You are a master of comparison with your score cards. So how does it compare to this KEFINE Klean ? th-cam.com/video/_FUSqaux2wk/w-d-xo.html
@@ping2dk I have tried Alba and compared to Klean, Alba has thicker and more colored sound, musical and immersive. In comparison Klean actually has slightly better overall resolution and transient speed, less colored and more transparent. Both great IEMs in my view as long as you understand what you prefer the more
@@AndyAudioVault GREAT HELP thank you Andy. I will settle for the Klean they they are only 1/3 of the price. You also helped me to find the fabulous iBasso DC04 Pro and now waiting for the upgrade to IBasso dc07pro - also with your help §;-)
I own the Porche of headphones built with real leader and steel
the Bowers & Wilkins P7 Wireless - which I scored used for only $57 §;-)
Bower & Wilkings P7 wireless has good bass and magical 3-D soundstage
but lacks a bit of clarity in the treble
- so I went on a buying and testing spree with 11 different over the ear big headphones
1. XTC - O $ 1200 special built from the USA that started it all:
- flat and boring in sound - no depth and 3D in soundstage - had to sell it.
2. HiFiman Sundara was flat and boring in sound
3. FOCAL CLEAR flat and dull in sound - exchanged for:
4. STAX 500 L with dedicated amplifier - exchanged for the top model:
5. STAX 700 L incredibly detailed top, but lacks body, bass and 3-D
6. AUDEZE - GX warm and lovely in sound, but lacks treble.
7. AUDEZE - X even better, but still lacking treble.
8. SENNHEISER HD 650 very linear but lacks engagement and 3-D
but lacks the final engagement and 3-D from the Bower & Wilking's P7.
9: Sennheiser, HD 820 - costs 15K and amp 19K from new
- it wasn't my cup of tea at all.§;-(
Lots of air, clarity and detail up in the treble
but completely lacked body, bass and fullness.
10. I was looking forward to the new Bowers & Wilkins Px8
but boy was I disappointed: it is not nearly as good as the old P7 wireless ( which MUST be the wireless model the wired one is nothing special )
LCD X and GX really lacks too much detail in the treble - had to sell them. Fleetwood Mack's "Oh Well" has a really sharp metallic guitar which is almost not there on these. They are too dark and warm in sound - seriously lacking in the treble. LCD X sound awful out of the box or on an iBasso Pro 4 dongle from the mobile.
Audeze : If you want to bring out the best in it you will need the ROON EQ dedicated to every single Audeze model then they start to sing. The bass and slam is the best I have heard - but lacks the final engagement and 3-D from Sennheiser as my gl. Bower & Wilking's P7 has to a magical degree.
So now I'm back to it - also sounds great on mobile with a balanced cable and iBasso Dongle.
This or simgot ew200?
Klean
@AndyAudioVault thank you so much :)