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I would describe APOSTLE as a fun and musical IEM that balances technicalities very well. The sound is rich and organic, with a slight boost in the lower region that adds to the fun and excitement factor.

There is a strong focus on the bass to lower midrange regions without adding too much thickness. The midrange is very natural, with a touch of sweetness and warmth you’d expect from a mid-centric IEM.

The highs are smooth, without any noticeable peaks or sharpness, yet they do not compromise on detail. APOSTLE offers a decent soundstage and imaging. The IEM demonstrates solid resolving capability and presents plenty of details, but not in an overwhelming way.

For my preference, APOSTLE has got almost everything, from sweet midrange to a satisfying bass range to detailed highs.

Moving to the VOLTA’s technical performance, there is nothing to fault. Channel-to-channel movement is crisp and nuanced, regardless of whether we’re moving just off-center or out to the edges of the sound stage.

Tracks sound deep and layered, with distinct spacing that helps with the immersive quality mentioned earlier. Also impressive is the VOLTA’s ability to separate individual instruments, keeping them clear and distinct from one another.

Picking out and following a single instrument, even on congested tracks, is no problem, though the VOLTA’s electrostatic driver can’t pull out as much detail and texture as the AMT found in oBravo’s Clio. The VOLTA comes very close, though, while sounding more natural.

The bass on the Grand ORIVETI Supremacy feels purposefully tuned to provide both impact and accuracy, creating a foundation that’s powerful and elegant. This is the kind of bass that audiophiles can appreciate for its balance and depth, regardless of the genre.

A couple of the standout qualities of the bass are the level of detail and texture. You can hear the nuances in basslines, whether it is the pluck of a bass guitar string or the resonance of a kick drum.

This gives the low end a lifelike, organic quality, while simultaneously remaining tight and well-controlled.

The bass is deep and impactful without being overwhelming. It has a natural warmth that provides a solid foundation for music, with excellent control and texture. 

Its bronze finish, accented with hints of gold, gives it a premium vibe. The cable separator and chin slider also reflect the geometric design found on the Timeless II’s faceplate, tying the whole look together.

Switching between the 3.5mm and 4.4mm jacks can be confusing at first since the mechanism isn’t conventional. You need to hold the golden connector firmly and twist the geometric cover with the 7Hz logo to release and swap the jack.

The 0.78mm 2-pin connectors are labeled with L and R, making it easy to know which side to plug into the IEMs. They also carry the same geometric theme, maintaining consistency across the cable’s design.

The construction of the Sonora, thanks to the fully aluminium material and CNC process, is exceptional. The standout feature of the design is that the aluminium is remarkably sturdy and solid, yet the IEM remains lightweight. Thus, you enjoy both a robust build and lightweight shells combined. Overall, it boasts a worthy design and construction, which is to be expected given the price. Design is always subjective, but I found the new Sonora appealing with its attractive gold-coloured faceplate, red body, and sharp angles. Undoubtedly, it presents a very special and premium aesthetic from PlusSound.

In terms of the cable, PS utilise custom hardware for connectors and plugs; in this instance, the cable boasts exceptional quality. It is expertly braided with remarkable consistency. The hardware is remarkably good. The 2-pin connectors must be aligned with the logos facing inwards, as the screws need to be outward, which is contrary to the approach of many other manufacturers.

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Opening the Noble FoKus App I selected “Personal EQ” to try out the Audiodo Sound Personalization Software. This proved to be a different process than I experienced with previous FoKus headphones, testing each ear individually, the results were rather interesting and did seem to improve the sound though I did decide to take a second test when my ears were more rested. The results of my second test were very interesting, while the results of my initial test showed a similar curve for both left and right ear with my left ear being about 5 dB more sensitive than the left, in a rested state my right ear flattened out a bit and high-frequency hearing sensitivity increased significantly on both, which is something I expected hence the second test.

Origin has a very easily recognizable THIEAUDIO in-house sound. Coming from IEMs like Oracle MKIII and Hype 10, you can easily relate to the Origin’s tuning. It remains rather balanced throughout the frequency range but with an elevated bass response.

The bass is quite strong, with some emphasis on the sub-bass while maintaining a good impact and tightness in the mid-bass region. The midrange, like most sibling IEMs, stays near neutral with a touch of musicality and sweetness.

The two EST drivers make the treble region pleasant without any harshness or sibilance. The bone conduction driver adds vibrancy to the sound, adding a layer of excitement. With the Origin, you can observe the BCD in action due to the tactile vibrations.

The bass is neutral, without any noticeable boost, offering a balanced presentation that blends some depth in the sub-bass with a good impact and punch in the mid-bass. While it lacks the physical weight of a dynamic driver, it shines in delivering fluid, tight, and fast bass.

Typical of BA drivers, the bass is quick in both speed and decay, with excellent control that ensures it never intrudes on the higher frequencies. This bass will serve you really well in genres where there is a focus on rhythm and groove.