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Soups

Sadomasochistic cat, Male, from WA

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Campfire IEM users - any non-foam ear tip recs? Recently got the Cascaras, and stock tips are meh. Mar 7, 2024

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    1. Soups
      Soups
      Campfire IEM users - any non-foam ear tip recs? Recently got the Cascaras, and stock tips are meh.
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      2. theveterans
        theveterans
        I've been using the Pentaconn Corier Brass tips to make my Bonneville's bass tight and punchy rather than rounded and thick. It should also give the same effect to the Casara
        Mar 7, 2024
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      3. Vansen
        Vansen
        One more vote for Spiral Dots from me.
        Mar 8, 2024
        Cryptowolf, theveterans and Soups like this.
      4. Cryptowolf
        Cryptowolf
        I use sprial dot on my Lyra and Vega.
        Mar 10, 2024
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    2. Soups
      Soups
      Received Mjolnir 3 and iBasso DC Elite in the same week. A glut of gud sound.
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      3. Soups
        Soups
        I had never heard of ROHM until the DC Elite. I'd say, for the use case of a sub $500 dongle, iBasso's implementation is excellent. Continue to be impressed with its stage, layering, dynamics, resolution, tonality. So much so that while it has no true line out, I have a 4.4mm to Dual XLR adapter coming to see how this thing sounds through my other amps.
        Feb 20, 2024
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      4. Soups
        Soups
        I'm not optimistic about companies like SMSL using ROHM. Because like with most DACs, implementation is almost everything.
        Feb 20, 2024
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      5. yotacowboy
        yotacowboy
        I caved and should have a DC Elite here later this week. If it sucks, it goes back to Jeff Bezos.
        Feb 20, 2024
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    3. Soups
      Soups
      Anyone order a Mjolnir 3 in late November and seen it ship? Curious if I'm part of some big backlog or some recent production snag...
      1. SSL
        SSL
        Email their orders support. I've had them just forget to ship items before. Also had an item get lost in shipping.
        Dec 14, 2023
      2. Soups
        Soups
        Yup, did that after the first week went by. Got the 'sorry, it'll ship in a week, you're not forgotten' reply. Another week goes by, still haven't gotten any updates. Trying to give the benefit of the doubt, but curious/impatient nonetheless. :)
        Dec 14, 2023
    4. Soups
      Soups
      By chance any Prism Sound owners using any of their gear with Schiit URD? Can't get the USB working between them.
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      2. Soups
        Soups
        Yes, that sounds about right. Schiit basically gave me the "Dunno, probably Prism's issue..." response, and I'm expecting Prism to volley me back to Schiit. As for drivers, I'm trying to feed directly from Urd's USB out to Callia... would a driver install address that? Otherwise, I know I'm running Callia's latest firmware.
        Dec 1, 2023
      3. Armaegis
        Armaegis
        At this point it wouldn't hurt to try the drivers. Leave the Urd plugged in but disconnect Callia. Install driver. Plug in Callia to Urd when prompted and it should finish the rest of the install. Knock on wood and hope that works?
        Dec 1, 2023
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      4. Soups
        Soups
        Thanks @Armaegis, I'll be sure to give that a try!
        Dec 1, 2023
    5. Soups
      Soups
      Now in line to find out whether one can/should power a Raal CA-1a w/ Mjolnir 3. Hoping for some first watt class A magic...
      1. JK47
        JK47
        How was it? I'm seriously curious about the CA-1a. It's bigger bro didn't fit me very well
        Dec 1, 2023
      2. Soups
        Soups
        My MJ3 hasn't shipped yet, but hope to share impressions soon, comparing with the Tyrs. Despite the fit, did you otherwise like the SR-1a? The CA-1a comes close in resolution/speed, but with moar bass. I still use EQ to tame the treble and boost the upper-mids.
        Dec 1, 2023
    6. Soups
      Soups
      See that Urd is backorderd to Oct! Don't always feel great about 4-figure impulse buys, but no regrets about this one.
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      2. Soups
        Soups
        Urd + Yggdrasil A2 Unison + Tyrs = Droolingly good. Need to write up some impressions.... but can't stop spinning CDs.
        Aug 14, 2023
    7. Soups
      Soups
      Any recs for a modest gaming laptop under $1K that's also good for work?
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      2. Cspirou
        Cspirou
        One way to go is an eGPU through a Thunderbolt port.
        Apr 21, 2023
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      3. Mr.Sneis
        Mr.Sneis
        Apr 21, 2023
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      4. Soups
        Soups
        Thanks all for the feedback and helpful leads.
        Apr 21, 2023
    8. Soups
      Soups
      Tyrs driving HE6se is pretty pretty pretty good.
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      2. Soups
        Soups
        Bought the HE6se over a year ago. Sounded lean on all my amps back then (Jot 2, SW51) so I returned them. Glad I repurchased because via Tyrs, they sound very well controlled - w/ impressive slam and resolve (albeit slightly bright).
        Jun 5, 2022
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    9. Soups
      Soups
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      3. penguins
        penguins
        As long as we don't start growing hair out of our eyeballs and all
        May 3, 2022
      4. Cspirou
        Cspirou
        Would love this. Not because of some audiophile need recover high frequency hearing but rather for tinnitus relief
        May 4, 2022
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      5. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        Google shows a lot of research into this problem. From drug-based to genetic engineering. It's too much for my non-medical mind to process. But I think I am far too old to be a beneficiary of any successes.

        (Talking about the hearing loss, not the arse hair ;) )
        May 4, 2022
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    10. Soups
      Soups
      Danny at Raal is a great guy. Another reason I'm happy to be an SR1a owner.
      1. Soups
        Soups
        Just called with a sales question but turned into a fun hobby chat. So easy to root for Raal's success with people like Danny behind it.
        Apr 21, 2022
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      2. nishan99
        nishan99
        I second this, I had a chat with him years ago when I had some questions about the SR1A. Great guy indeed.
        Apr 21, 2022
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    11. Soups
      Soups
      A few hours into my new Tyrs. Both elated and pissed.
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      2. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        oh... a better-late-than-never sort of pissed! That's a good sort. :)
        Apr 18, 2022
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      3. DigMe
        DigMe
        Peelated
        Apr 18, 2022
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      4. roshambo123
        roshambo123
        Wish I didn't live in a apartment that doesn't appreciate loud noises!
        Apr 18, 2022
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    12. Soups
      Soups
      Piggy bank broken, Tyrs ordered. Piggy might be broken for a long time, but also hoping to be done upgrading for awhile.
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      2. Soups
        Soups
        Wife wishes I could just sit content, but I'm really curious about eeking out whatever potential remains in the Moabs, which I don't plan on moving on from anytime soon. Will definitely post comparison impressions.
        Apr 13, 2022
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      3. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        Very excited to hear what you think, especially if you feel they are more dynamic and have better low end. Those were the two aspects lacking with Aegir with my nearfield LS3/5a setup, despite them having the most seductive vocals of anything I have tried. Would be wild for me to pump dual Tyr power into these little monitors, but I have to admit I would be curious to try it.
        Apr 13, 2022
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      4. AdvanTech
        AdvanTech
        Yeah, it's not hard to beat Aegir's dynamics and low-end grip.
        Apr 19, 2022
    13. Soups
      Soups
      Any trusted ears here get a preview of the IE600?
      1. jafnvaegi
        jafnvaegi
        I guess the embargo lifted as there are some reviews/impressions starting to show up now on YT...and it looks promising. I can't wait to see what SBAF members think :)
        Mar 2, 2022
      2. YMO
        YMO
        After trying out their other Senn IEM...I dunno if I can't take further abuse. Please not make it sound like a disco hall.
        Mar 2, 2022
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      3. Soups
        Soups
        I've never heard Senn IEMs, but more data points wanted. Still hoping they've learned from their mistakes, and that there's *some* truth trailing from the early Hype Train™.
        Mar 3, 2022
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    14. Soups
      Soups
      *Nervosa Alert* - Picked up an iFi iPower Elite 24V to try out w/ Pi2AES. Crap... early impressions below.
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      2. Soups
        Soups
        I paid normal asking price, which is a bit much considering the cost of the Pi2AES. Anyhow, it's been in for a day or so, and all impressions are early - but warm-up didn't seem to be much of a factor. Initial A/B testing between the SR1A and Clears with familiar tracks pissed me off - because I noticed the improvement without much effort, especially in the treble. Don't want to stoke nervo$$a, but I'm happy so far.
        Jan 12, 2022
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      3. zonto
        zonto
        Now you just need to compare to an Sbooster! :)
        Jan 12, 2022
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      4. rhythmdevils
        rhythmdevils
        I notice an improvement in clarity using a NoiseNuke with my Pi2AES so I can vouch for you not being crazy.
        Jan 12, 2022
    15. Soups
      Soups
      I like Crinacle and his reviews. But I will now refer to his rabid fanbase of IEM hoarders as "Crincels".
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      2. YMO
        YMO
        Or ruined ears.
        Jan 6, 2022
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      3. nishan99
        nishan99
        Or Z graduates.
        Jan 6, 2022
    16. Soups
      Soups
      Been listening to and really enjoying the 7Hz Timeless for a few days. I'm happy to report that it has fantastic synergy with stock SW51+.
      1. Soups
        Soups
        Shout-out to @rhythmdevils for the rec. Still can't believe this is around $200.
        Dec 31, 2021
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    17. Soups
      Soups
      Yes, IEM's compromise air, but headphones compromise hair. Choose the hair, if you can.
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      3. dubharmonic
        dubharmonic
        This is why I shave my head!
        Dec 3, 2021
        Soups, YMO, Cryptowolf and 1 other person like this.
      4. zerodeefex
        zerodeefex
        I bic my head every day. Not a problem.
        Dec 3, 2021
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      5. Soups
        Soups
        @YMO Bic your body hair every day. #bsmoov
        Dec 3, 2021
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    18. Soups
      Soups
      Began listening to the new Sting. Track 1, meh. Track 2 - Sting starts whistling. Hit stop, never to listen again.
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      2. Tchoupitoulas
        Tchoupitoulas
        There was an interview with Stung back in the 90s in which he prattled on about how difficult it was for buskers to make ends meet. He'd been busking in disguise in the tube and had earned next to nothing all day. Some wag said "it's because you're shit, mate."
        Nov 19, 2021
        Syzygy and Soups like this.
      3. jaker782
        jaker782
        I absolutely LOVE the Police so have always followed his solo releases. They seem to get worse and worse. One listen through this new one and it is mediocre at best. He is too happy these days. Unfortunately, Sting needs to get divorced or get depressed/angry again to get the creative juices flowing. Happy Sting = boring elevator music Sting.
        Nov 23, 2021
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    19. Soups
      Soups
      Audeze FILTER, inspired by your space heater.
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    20. Soups
      Soups
      Any of you own both an SR1A and HD800(S)? If so, could you share your rationale for owning/enjoying both?
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      2. ChaChaRealSmooth
        ChaChaRealSmooth
        Only own SR1a, but I have extensively auditioned various modded HD800s. If you want that headstage HD800 is still the way to go. SR1a doesn't stage very well even though some of it exists outside your head. HD800 cannot touch SR1a transients.
        Aug 15, 2021
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    Gender:
    Male
    Location:
    WA
    Gear List:
    DAC: Schiit Yggdrasil A2
    Pre: Crane Song Avocet
    Amps: Tyr, SW51+
    Speakers: Tekton Moab
    HP: Raal CA1a, HE1000se, HD600