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Rhythmy
12
Dec 14, 2016
Since I'm Japanese (currently living in the US) and listened to this product before, also I used to have Westone 3, I should say this product is "vocal boosted Westone 3". As compared with Westone 3 that has really nice bass as balanced armature earbuds in this price range, this product not only has great bass as 3, but also let you listen to amazingly clear vocal. For me, I feel like one of the characteristics of current Westone earbuds is its warm sound (especially W series), but this product makes way solider/crisper sound than others. So if you expect this product as a substitute for current Westone earbuds such as W30, I wouldn't really recommend, but if you've ever listened to Westone 3 and liked its sound, prefer solid bass and clear vocal sound, or love Japanese music such as J-Rock or Anime songs (this product was actually tuned for that kind of music by the Westone engineer Kart Cartwright), I strongly recommend you to get it! Also I think it's really good price as it's cheaper than the currently lowest price online in Japan.
Hope it will help you guys :)
Chyen
4
Dec 14, 2016
RhythmyI used to have Westone 3 and find its mid range quite muddy. Is this version of 30 has clearer mid? Thanks.
doktor
54
Dec 14, 2016
RhythmyThanks, that helps, as we now know how to order it in the 3(0) model range and know a little better what to expect. :) So this is a 3 with detachable cable and clear vocals? As I'm not an expert and just like to listen to music. What do you mean with clear vocals ( compared to 3)? Anything elevated in the mids-highs, or does it just sound cleaner? Sorry, if my questions are noobish.
Rhythmy
12
Dec 14, 2016
ChyenFor me it was clearer than 3.
Rhythmy
12
Dec 14, 2016
doktorFor me quality of mid range is improved. It's like the voice is closer to your ears than 3... Sorry it might not good explanation as my English is not good...
zakalwe
125
Dec 14, 2016
RhythmyThanks for this. You are probably the only person to do this in English on the internet, lol
Chyen
4
Dec 14, 2016
RhythmyI can confirm old westone 3 vocal sounds distant or veiled from hearing. If the new 30s bring the mid closer and make it clearer then it is indeed an improvement.
malvinvnv
81
Dec 16, 2016
RhythmyThanks for the review! How does the treble sound? I always find Westones sound 'lazy'. For me, I feel that it lacks sparkle even compared to the bassier, looser ATH-IM50. I suppose it's going to still be like that? Or is there a bit more sparkle because of the 3 BA design? Heard the W30 (The international version) will still have better treble since the mid-bass is weaker than this one? Is this true?
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