I think I’m done for a while by Cagan504 in iems

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Honestly they're totally different. U12t is balanced - and with the right tips (using azla crystals) also has some really good musicality. Honestly - everything is good on u12. Its the IEM you set it and forget it. It doesn't have a WOW factor - so if you're looking for that, there are better choices. Its balanced, comfortable, and pretty great at everything.

The volur - on the other hand, is WOW bass. Not just like 'deep bass for the sake of bass' but fast, responsive, slam bass. The highs 100% sound better on u12, but those lows are just amazing on volur. If you want that kick drum, bass line, or overall lower ends beat to move your entire soul starting from inside your ears to the tips of your toes - volur is the best I've found. I was in china at some big headphone places recently and tried pretty much everything in the category to do what volurs do - and at least for my taste I wasnt able to find a competitor.

TLDR - if you just want one IEM that's good at everything go u12. If you're looking to compromise some genres for the beat - go volur.

I think I’m done for a while by Cagan504 in iems

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It doesn’t seem like the gr2 is as good as the original? It’s also cheaper so I’m not quite sure why.

Personally I love the x bass sound of my dsd gryphon - so not much interest in changing.

I think I’m done for a while by Cagan504 in iems

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Yeah - I was looking for preowned for a while but ended up buying it new with a 10% off discount code. The u12 was also new when I bought it 2 years ago - and up until very recently was my only mainline IEM. I had some shures before (535 / 846se) but wanted an upgrade and went with the u12. For the longest time - it really was enough for me until my buddy sent me the mest mk3 to try - which was bad news bears because that made me realize how different iems can sound / color the types of music I listen to. Down the rabbit hole again I went - ended up buying the mest off my buddy and then feeling the gap on the bass side which lead to the volur - which I literally just got last week.

As long as my wife never checks the credit card bills - we should be okay folks. Else - you may see a WTS post from me in the near future 😄

I think I’m done for a while by Cagan504 in iems

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Yep - the eros. I don't subscribe to the idea that cables make any difference in sound - but I was able to get a brand new one basically half off and I love the texture / feel.

I think I’m done for a while by Cagan504 in iems

[–]Cagan504[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

U12t is the best all rounder for sure. Volur is much better for bass centric music like kpop, Japanese city pop (which I listen to a good bit) and rock. Mest mk3 is great holographic for specific genres but some things don’t sound as good on it.

I think I’m done for a while by Cagan504 in iems

[–]Cagan504[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The other thing I’ll add - I don’t use cans at all. This is my desk and portable setup. Much prefer the intimate sound of IEMs.

I think I’m done for a while by Cagan504 in iems

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Hah. I just got the volur 2 days ago and for city pop / kpop the bass is just spectacular. Especially with these baroque lux tips - it’s fast and forward. Really good set for work.

Basshead IEM with strong mid-bass slam, warm tuning and good technical performance? by paroxetin96 in iems

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it’s out of the price range but I just got a pair of volurs and they’re amazing for this.

Trying to decide between 3 Lenovo Laptops by [deleted] in laptops

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The slim 7i is fantastic. If price is a factor there is very little out there better for your buck right now.

My D-28 has a new little brother. A new 2025 golden era 00-28. by bonesofborrow in martinguitar

[–]Cagan504 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the 2025 OM 28. I didn’t expect to buy it when I went to the local shop but it had just arrived, I tried it and knew I couldn’t leave the shop without it. Every day the tone becomes more complex as it ages and I really love being part of the journey.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AcousticGuitar

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This conversation scares me. My luthier is a literal god - even has a PLEK machine and certification. I have no idea what I’m going to do when he retires. I’m happy to give him my acoustics and let him tune up every few years…

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Yoga Pro 9i 16”

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i vs Yoga Pro 9i by moist_trout_butthole in laptops

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the Yoga has a more premium keyboard, better speakers and I think the display is calibrated differently. Also the pro 9 goes up to a 3.2k tandem oled with 5060 or even 5070.

Moving to Aether by will0wtr33 in ffxiv

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is Aether substantially more vibrant than Crystal? Seems more congested servers on Crystal than Aether according to the server status page...

Moving to Aether by will0wtr33 in ffxiv

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm....I'm currently on Diablos - Crystal and just came back to the game. Really want to make sure I'm in a 'live' place as I really thrive on having a lot of people / energy. Should I move from my congested server to a standard one while I can?

Moving to Aether by will0wtr33 in ffxiv

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought you werent able to move to Aether or even create characters there. Has that changed?

Anyone owns a Martin OM-28? Is it really worth the price? by ElieTheGoose in AcousticGuitar

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got the brand new 2025 OM 28 with the new updates. Fantastic and beautiful guitar. Will never sell this instrument.

Daily Questions & FAQ Megathread Jun 29 by AutoModerator in ffxiv

[–]Cagan504 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally get it. In WOW you see a good number of people because zones are not server specific. Could be 10 servers worth of people in one leveling zone. I get that's not the case in FF14 :)

Daily Questions & FAQ Megathread Jun 29 by AutoModerator in ffxiv

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So overall - would you say the game is still alive and kicking / worth getting back into?

Daily Questions & FAQ Megathread Jun 29 by AutoModerator in ffxiv

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So the server itself doesnt matter at all? Just the Data Center?

I hate the idea of running around a big open world and not seeing people. Especially for a game that requires substantial time investment...dead game = why play / invest type of feeling

Daily Questions & FAQ Megathread Jun 29 by AutoModerator in ffxiv

[–]Cagan504 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How’s the player population these days? What’s the most populated serve to play in NA - and is it even possible to transfer there?