Demo'd this recently along with many other sets around and above this price range. The Neo absolutely floored me. By far my favorite out of all I've tried.
@dansus92
Жыл бұрын
Neo 5 sounds like my cup of tea! Btw please upload your graphs to squiglink!
@nmatheis
Жыл бұрын
Yes, squig please!
@uginkalinov2583
Жыл бұрын
Yes, please
@moonsofjupiter
9 ай бұрын
Yes please. ISN/Penon and others that you champion are very under represented by the members listed on squig as of now. Your graphs would be so helpful…
@hecntina
Жыл бұрын
I have the Neo5 on the way and will look forward to hearing how they compare with my FATfreq Maestro minis and Yanyin Canons (set to 000). I'll put them through the grind on an iFi Gryphon with XBass enabled to see how they fare with a wide range of FLAC & DSD files, many of which are tailor-made for audio testing (e.g., Chesky). I'd like to see you do a comparison video of mid-fi bass-featuring IEMs, judging the best bass quality, most bass quantity, and best value. Granted, everyone's hearing & preference is unique, such as if a mid-bass tuck is better or worse than a glide, how much sub-bass rumble and mid-bass coloration is acceptable, and pinna gain sensitivity/resonance, so there's no perfect solution for all... the best value may be what most people are looking for (e.g., maybe best at under $100, $300, and $600, to suit a variety of budgets). Peace.
@oofdz
9 ай бұрын
so how did the neo5 compare to those you mentioned?
@hecntina
9 ай бұрын
@@oofdz I found the Neo5 to be more enjoyable overall (fit/seal, bass quality/quantity, and other technicalities) than the FATfreq Maestro mini, while I found the Yanyin Canon overall more enjoyable because of the better detail retrieval and staging (the same goes for Penon's 10th AE, which I enjoy even more than the Canon). That said, if I'm just in the mood for a dark-toned, visceral/slamming/head-pounding bassy fun, I'd give the nod to the Neo5, which even rivals my MEST Mk II, except for the immersive aspect of the MEST's bone conduction. Godspeed!
@oofdz
9 ай бұрын
@@hecntina very helpful, thanks for the reply!
@datdudeinred
9 ай бұрын
@@hecntinawoahh. More bass enjoyment than fatfreq is unheard of. By any chance have you heard or have thieaudio hype 2? I am considering getting those but after finding neo 5 im super confused.
@hecntina
9 ай бұрын
@@datdudeinred I haven't heard the Hype 2, so I can't compare first-hand, but based on Akros' review, they don't seem to have as stand-out of a bass presence, being tucked around 200Hz, which is not my preference. As for the Maestro mini's bass, it's definitely up there, but I struggle more with getting a solid fit/seal for max bass, and even then, I find the Neo 5 more punchy & enjoyable overall, especially when wearing them for hours... I never have to adjust the Neo 5, whereas I have to fuss with the mini every now & then. That said, Linsoul has the Hype 2 on sale for $20 less than the Neo 5 for the next day or so, and if a brighter, more-detailed overall signature is more your preference, they may be worth considering. Peace.
@r00s.
Жыл бұрын
Ordered mine this morning. I'm stoked! Can't wait. Cheers from USA!
@leonarda8946
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for review. looking forward to mine arrives 😁
@fiddlix
Жыл бұрын
Great review. I’m definitely putting this one on my radar. How is the VE Prime DAC/Runabout stack treating you..?
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
Love the VE Prime / 2B..... simply unbelievable
@badgerbreasts
Жыл бұрын
Ordered one of these about an hour ago 👍😁 Thanks for the review Akros!
@exhibitD79
6 ай бұрын
How did you get on with it?
@anc3stral.
Жыл бұрын
Nice review as always, why did u not review the Fiio FH15? I think that a your review can explain if is a bad or a unique set (without mind pre-concept like other).
@mitius7794
Жыл бұрын
Hi I will be able to try out the xenns up at an audio shop in my area, may i ask how close does the xenns up sound to the neo 5? I read from tonedeaf monk that the xenns up is a neo 5 but with better technicals overall. And would the neo 5 be a good complementary set to the reecho spring 2.0?
@StructureMastery
8 ай бұрын
For you how is this one compared to the Hype 2 of Thieaudio?
@dougmorato
Жыл бұрын
These look like a winner. I'm sure it's better than Aful since these have better low frequencies tuning and a bigger 10mm DD compared to 8mm DD on Aful. I'll wait for more reviews but it's definitely promising.
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
It's different ....not entirely a fair comparison......Neo5 is a bass Beast.....Aful P5 or P8 are more balanced and cleaner sounding......two different styles of tuning. They complement each other in my opinion
@johnhospod5202
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. How does this compare to the Fan 2?
@kettlebro
Жыл бұрын
Where would you place Neo5 compared to Penon Serial? Replacement, improvement, companion?
@Viewer13128
Жыл бұрын
I'm looking for the best IEM for higher female vocals. Of the IEMs you've heard, which do you think is the best? I'm willing to forego some bass if necessary.
@netneoprince
Жыл бұрын
Awsome bass, sign me up
@iScorpio1971
10 ай бұрын
Great reviews and input. Recently got the FAN2 and now looking into ISN. Wondering what is the difference between the H50 and the NEO 5??? Also EST50, but this is a different setup while the beforementioned are actually the same...
@akros9333
10 ай бұрын
All three are very unique Neo5 is a baby Mangird Top....which means crazy good bass but still very capable mids and highs. H50 is an excellent set in that it's very monitor like, perfect slam, FAN2 like mids. EST50 is a mix of the above two.
@iScorpio1971
10 ай бұрын
@@akros9333 Thanks for the prompt reply. Now I'm more confused lol
@omarbustos6003
Жыл бұрын
Hi Akros! Vs Penon Fan 2?
@user-dd3tz4pm4w
Жыл бұрын
Which, would you say, would be most suited to rock music? Thanks,
@user-ut3fv6rk2b
9 ай бұрын
Hello. Please tell me what is the difference between Serial and Neo 5? I just can't make up my mind.
@hecntina
Жыл бұрын
It pays to be subscribed to Penon's newsletter, since they sent an early notice about these with a coupon code. I'm looking forward to them and am curious how they compare with my FATfreq Maestro mini and Yanyin Canon. I was considering the 10th, but the price and sound signature gave me pause. These seem more my style at less than half the price.
@milkydewymelon
Жыл бұрын
could you kindly share the coupon code?
@hecntina
Жыл бұрын
@@milkydewymelon Hey, although I no longer had the email notice, I found the code in the order details email that they sent me (kinda dumb to include it there if they don't want ppl to share it). Anyway, I don't know if the code is still good, but here it is: ISNNEO50
@Gambit33
Жыл бұрын
10th AE is an amazing IEM, especially for the price. Great technicalities, in your face sound signature, with awesome bass.
@Masimo_Yovanni
Жыл бұрын
Mid fi? Only by price, I believe. These sound better than several TOTL flagships
@nmatheis
Жыл бұрын
Curious about ISN Neo 5 vs Sound Rhyme SR7...
@r00s.
Жыл бұрын
This vs Tea 2 vs Canon 1?
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
Better than Tea2.....as for Cannon MK1 they are sidegrades.....on the Cannon you can get a little more tuning versatility but with both on a similar tuning I would say they trade blows.
@hecntina
Жыл бұрын
Just received mine, and the right bud is messed up....lower volume than the left one and very distorted (tested with several cables and devices). I wrote Penon to request an exchange. [sigh]
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
I am sorry to hear that😔 Penon has excellent customer service. They will resolve this, don't worry
@hecntina
Жыл бұрын
@@akros9333 FYI, after testing the replacement pair with my iFi Gryphon (with XBass enabled), I can confirm that these dish out massively pounding bass... they're easily bassier than my Maestro minis. That said, in tracks with a heavy digital bass emphasis, I agree that they can be heavy-handed... they don't get muddy, but the pounding/pressure creates some discomfort when playing at a high enough volume to hear the mids & highs well. I ended up disabling the Gryphon's XBass to give them better balance, after which I could crank them up higher for a better overall presentation (they're the only IEMs I've ever had to disable XBass for). Still, I have the option of turning on XBass and listening to chill/ambient music at low volume for relaxed listening while working (also good for thickening rock tracks that are otherwise too bright/tinny). Thanks for the rec; these are keepers, for sure.
@SileDevil
10 ай бұрын
did you solve the quality issue?@@hecntina
@Luis-er4fg
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Do you think the neo 5 will be permissive with bad recordings? Ty vm!
@rishoo007
Жыл бұрын
How is it compared to EST50?
@claazy
Жыл бұрын
Neo5 or Performer 8?
@VanDungLe2510
Жыл бұрын
2nd comment 😁 Thanks for the review Tony
@fabiojungle4722
Жыл бұрын
Do you still buy most of your iems boss ?
@Laleeee100
Жыл бұрын
The neo5 is basshead ?
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
I would not consider it bass head because the quality of the low frequency playback is very very good....on the same level as way more expensive iems.
@Laleeee100
Жыл бұрын
@@akros9333being basshead is mean bass quantity, not bass quality
@Laleeee100
Жыл бұрын
@@akros9333 what about the bass quantity ?
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
@@Laleeee100 insane bass quality and quantity
@Laleeee100
Жыл бұрын
@@akros9333 can you link the neo5's graph here please ?
@rishabhs2010
Жыл бұрын
Akros how does it compares with sr5? 😢
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
No contest in my opinion.....its superior in every way
@rishabhs2010
Жыл бұрын
@@akros9333 wow didn't expected that. Thanks 🙏
@Random-db2di
Жыл бұрын
ISN H50 or Neo 5
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
They have different tuning phylosophies....H50 is an acquired taste.....it's very well tuned in its different approach. Fast bouncy bass, warm physical mids, great Treble. Neo 5 is like a Tea 2 on a couple Redbulls.....crazy good rumbly bass.....insanely organic bit detailed mids....clean sparkly highs......I love them both, but for greater versatility.....NEO5
@Random-db2di
Жыл бұрын
@@akros9333 Thanks for the fast reply! For technicalities are both on par or which is better
@masterazlan6999
Жыл бұрын
More current channel frm the cables towards the multiple transducer mechanism..IF that u tryin to elaborate..Peace!
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
Please can you explain better what you would like me to do. Thank you
@masterazlan6999
Жыл бұрын
Its a comment Not a request. Need clarifynism?
@based001
Жыл бұрын
Absolute copium on cables changing sound
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
Don't understand what you mean
@VanDungLe2510
Жыл бұрын
@@akros9333 He means he doesn't believe cable can change sound. Copium = cope +opium, means you're high so that you believe cable can change sound
@r00s.
Жыл бұрын
You might be surprised if you were to hear certain pairings, IMHO.
@akros9333
Жыл бұрын
Well apparently you don't pay attention to what I say. I have said repeatedly that cables are a subject that generates a lot of controversy. I myself only believe in cables as long as certain parameters are satisfied with regards to DCR, capacitance and Inductance. When those specs are met then I can be safe to assume the cable in question is as neutral as possible. Now that you will hear differences is not always as straightforward, but I can tell you that there have been enough times that a difference is noticeable and that it is enough for me to give cable influence enough credit. Anyway you are free to believe what you want , just listen carefully to what I say before judging me.
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