Technical Specifications:
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Effect Audio once again resent a unique expression of cable-making craftsmanship. Code 51 excels not only in its vast and holographic soundstage, superb separation and detail-retrieval capability, its deep, immersive lows and smooth, rich highs and mids all work synergistically together to deliver a dynamic, true-to-life reproduction of sound.
The Titanium-crafted Y-split, adds in a futuristic image of the new flagship cable. In terms of aesthetics, the sculptured design features an asymmetrical appearance with bevelled lateral parts, that shimmers with an ever-changing array of reflections when exposed to light. The cunning design not only enchants as a work of art but also forms the perfect complement to Code 51’s superlative sound properties.
I used to think of cables as nothing but snake oil until I got my hands on the Effect Audio Janus D. It was an eye opening experience because my EE Zeus XRV and 64 Audio U18T gave me speaker like sound that truly wowed me for the first time.
After reading all the raving reviews on the Code 51 I decided to take a leap of faith and ordered it from Andrew. Code 51 to me was an improvement in sound stage and detail retrieval with greater clarity. I never thought I would spend that much on a cable but I have absolutely no regrets because I feel it's well worth it. Dealing with Andrew is always a pleasure. He just makes it easier to part with my money.
Code 51 compared to the basic cable.
It evenly adjusts the sound signature, makes the overall texture feel natural, places the vocals a little more forward, forms a natural midrange, and improves the overall tone.
Mr. Andrew's service always touches my heart.
thank you very much.
I've had several different totl cables but this one really brings about the differences achieving the multi-dimensional sound stage with the microscopic details and clarity.
This is not a bright cable but well balanced. I usually regret spending too much money on cable but not with this one. This is my most favorite cable!
Solid high quality cable that I'm using with Qudelix 5k and my iPhone. Cable doesn't heat up and looks like it should last. Appreciate the quick shipping.
Love the sound, very unique listenable, just want to listen and get lost in the music. Now it is my favourite player, right up there with R8. However, doing firmware updates was PITA as failures of 12 to 15 times versus 4 successes was not fun for 2 days.The no network error over wifi needs a fix! Long story short, has a compelling sound that is very engaging.
I have been an audio enthusiast and engineer for nearly 30 years. These are the perfect earbuds. I have spent hundreds of thousands on sound systems that don’t come close to these. These are with out a doubt the most accurate audio device you can purchase. I use them with the astell and kern sp2000. Wow. That’s it. Nothing more I can say. Thanks Musictech. Worth every penny!
I purchased my Mest MKII from Andrew on the 4-9-21 and forgot about writing a review...
Ok, to be honest, when I first received these I didn't like them and would have returned them if I could, but that would have been a big mistake, let me explain...
I was accustomed to earphones with very little sub-bass and mid-bass so these were warmer than I was used to but I started to quickly realise upon listening sessions that I have never been hearing music accurately on other sets as I was missing out on kick drums and bass guitars.
- Kick drums and bass guitars on the MKII have the perfect amount of energy and sound accurate.
Bass guitars are very easy to follow without overstepping other instruments which may be something to do with the bone conduction as they are definitely doing something different to other sets I have listened to.
- I am a vocal lover and I must say the vocals are just about perfect on this set, nicely balanced, clear and inline with everything else with great emotion. Again, I do believe the bone conduction is having a positive affect on them... Recessed they are definitely not, in fact on certain tracks I would even say that they may have a bit more energy than some people may like. They definitely have more vocal energy that the graphs show.
- Treble is perfectly clear, non-fatiguing and can deliver extra detail and micro detail that is missing on other sets.
- The Mest MKII are my goldilocks set with everything extremely well balanced, never too much, just perfect. Without a doubt, they are vocal and detail king for me till I hear better. (Interested in hearing the Odin and Anole VX)
Comparisons:
I recently purchased a used but mint Mest OG and a brand new Monarch MKII and these are a few thoughts against the Mest MKII.
- My Mest OG seems to have a hair more sub-bass compared the the Mest MKII but the bass on the MKII is tighter and cleaner. The Mest MKII seems to have a hair more mid-bass over the OG.
Vocals on the Mest OG seem to sit ever so slightly behind the bass and treble but are still excellent nonetheless.
Tambourines, shaking instruments and cymbals are ever so slightly more forward, clear and upfront on the Mest MKII.
- My Monarch MKII has more sub-bass and mid-bass compared to the Mest MKII but the bass is very loose in comparison to the Mest MKII. (I know reviewers have said that the Monarch MKII is light on mid-bass but definitely not on the set I own)
Vocals on the Monarch MKII are very good but I do feel that they are at times overshadowed with the warmer bass and mid-bass and not as clean as the Mest MKII. The Monarch MKII definitely has a thicker sound.
Tambourines, shaking instruments and cymbals are a good deal more forward, clear and upfront on the Mest MKII. The Monarch MKII just can't produce the level of details and micro detail that the Mest MKII can.
These are my thoughts on the sets and exactly how I hear them...
I am UK based and the service Andrew and Musicteck provided me was absolutely Outstanding, so a massive Thanks to them...
D.B.
For some, this IEM has TOTL sound. It has the dynamics and bass with planar mids of a end game IEM.
