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Massdrop x Noble Kaiser 10 Universal IEMs
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Massdrop x Noble Kaiser 10 Universal IEMs
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Lauded by Forbes, The Verge, and InnerFidelity, and long rated Head-Fi users’ favorite IEM, the Noble Kaiser 10 returns as the Massdrop x Noble Kaiser 10. Also known as the K10, this model uses the same tuning as the company’s previous flagship, with 10 Knowles balanced-armature drivers per ear Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downAce57
19
Keyboard Club Member
Dec 13, 2019
You do not need an amp to use these. I can run them directly from my iPhone. That said, I typically use a DAC+Amp to improve the quality of the sound.
Drop+Audiophile
3472
Official
Nov 13, 2019
What is an ideal phone or digital audio player to pair with these?
boisdulac
24
Dec 15, 2019
They work well out of my iPhone for pretty non-demanding music such as pop-rock (actually I found the signature a little V-shaped when using the lightning connector directly, which some people may like).
As I listen mainly to classical, I have added a Dragonfly Red into the mix, and the improvements in clarity are amazing, but I still find them a little bright sometimes, particularly with old records.
So I am considering pairing them with some DAP with a reputation for a darker sound, such as maybe the Kann.
raymondehayes1
80
Dec 12, 2019
The LG 5 has excellent sound it does do 24-bit. They sound fantastic with the phone. They sound good with almost any good digital player. I'm using them with the I Basso DX 160. That has fantastic sound and they sound awesome with it. I've also use them with the Cowon Plenue R.That also has fantastic sound and again they sound great with it.
KristianN
111
Dec 14, 2019
raymondehayes1I have testet with several different mobiles and DAPs and by far the best is A&K SP1000m. It works well with other units as well, but shines with high end DAPs with balanced.
raymondehayes1
80
Dec 14, 2019
KristianNI'm sure you're absolutely right however the A&K SP1000m. and other units in that price range are way over my budget. However I have had a chance to listen to that unit you're right it sounds awesome however I think the I Basso DX 160 gives you 80% of that sound at a 5th of the price.
KristianN
111
Dec 14, 2019
raymondehayes1The Fiio M9 worked pretty well, but the noivcefloot was a little bit to high even when using balanced output. With the SP1000m the backdrop was black as night.
PaulNS
87
Jul 26, 2020
I'm not sure about ideal, although my take and preference order of setups I've used - mostly with mobility and Bluetooth options. Note that I don't carry around a DAP although the Q5 is "DAP sized" .. the BT is just a physical interface between iTunes and whatever IEMs I'm using :)
I'm a pragmatic skeptic and mostly avoid many "audiophile" pricing strategies.. I also don't buy into balanced in general, and definitely not here as the K10U IEM's don't need it and I could not tell a difference in basic blind tests (remember to reset the volume to zero!).
- FiiO Q5/Q5s (both) with traditional and "AAA" amps. Warm, full bodied. (Balanced output optional.)
- iPhone 6 SE output. Warm, possibly slightly muddy.
- EarSonic ES100. Neutral/reference/bright. Not my cup of tea. (Balanced output optional.)
- HiBy W5. Too warm, definitely muddy.
- "Generic Amazon lightning dongle". Something feels 'off' .. not a great pairing.
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odommc777
0
Jun 17, 2020
I use the Oneplus 7T Pro with a earstudio es100 mk2. I also recently discovered the DD ddHiFi TC35B
which works great with any USC-C phone and computers. Both are great choices, are relatively cheap and will go a long way to get the most of these IEMs.
boisdulac
24
Dec 15, 2019
These are well-known as all-rounders. Personally, I must yet find a track they do not do justice to.
In the forums other people say that music with a lot of sub-bass may not be ideal for the Kaisers.
Wulfie011
0
Nov 21, 2019
I would like to replace the eartips with one of complys isolation series does anyone know what size the eartips are? Otherwise amazing headphones
boisdulac
24
Dec 15, 2019
I use the 500 series Complies (confort and / or isolation). Funnily enough, I find the confort ones isolate better for these IEMs. If I am not mistaken, if you choose the brand in ComplyFoam’s website, they will point you to the right size.
Ace57
19
Keyboard Club Member
Dec 13, 2019
0.78 mm 2-pin (note that I have not tried any replacement cables, just have this noted as the spec).
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