I'm waiting on mine now, just shipped, nice to hear reassuring review that I made a good choice. Have an alienware x17 r2 that has sucky ass on board audio, can't tell where sounds are coming from at all.
@FreshReviewsYT Жыл бұрын
Should be dope for laptop gaming!
@syedrehanfida4 ай бұрын
Hoping to see Moondrop Dawn Pro review as well.
@noirNMD2 жыл бұрын
Moondrop gonna release a new IEM that cost 20$ and it is called Moondrop Chu i hope you will review it soon and give us your thoughts !
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Have it coming!
@Yumadlol2 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT let us know how its compared to the tanchjim ola
@yamato14202 жыл бұрын
I wonder how the Fiio K3 compares to this. Similar power output, also has a balanced, also only connected to USB-C, but cheaper.
@underh1gh2 жыл бұрын
that mousepad is just pure comedy, making money out of japanese comic book with no contact to OC. KEKW
@user-cb1lu3si1h2 жыл бұрын
bro what
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I don’t make money off it. But ok?
@underh1gh2 жыл бұрын
@@user-cb1lu3si1h they just cropped every comic and decided to sell it as their original design mousepad lol
@underh1gh2 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT yeah I was ranting bout nacho and odin sry
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
@@underh1gh just making sure no confusion that I don’t get anything out of using it. I was sent the pad though and really like it so it’s hard not to use lol
@kuro85672 жыл бұрын
that deskmat tho
@Sumo_112 жыл бұрын
If you get the chance you should try the anole VX hands down my favorite iem / audio product for everything even over the Monarch MK2
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I’ll check it out for sure
@SvommerPlay Жыл бұрын
Hello! You have some of the best reviews on KZbin, thank you for that! Can you give me some advice on which is better to get DragonFly Cobalt or Moondrop MoonRiver 2? Exclusively for gaming in apex. I have a DT 900 pro x.
@FreshReviewsYT Жыл бұрын
If you want a usb portable like this, I can’t say I’ve tried the dragonfly. I like the moonriver though. If you’re able to do a desktop amp dac I’d look at the dx3 pro +
@HomingBullet2 жыл бұрын
Nice review! Softears Volume review soon? 🤤
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Want to check them out badly
@zerarose2 жыл бұрын
what mousepad do you use? also that looks like a custom katana superlight! was wondering where you got it :3
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Maining the cerapad from TJ exclusives
@lukmanlukman7850 Жыл бұрын
I've always wondered if its important to have an AMP or a DAC when doing competitive gaming. I play R6 and I don't know if I should invest in one of them. I researched on what they do but I don't see a reason to get them like what is their purpose in relation to competitive gaming.
@FreshReviewsYT Жыл бұрын
I’d recommend it. If you’re using a nice pair of headphones, they’ll open up more on a solid amp dac compared to on board audio
@ta1142 жыл бұрын
Personally for that formfactor the qudelix 5k are a much better option
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I can take a look. Haven’t tried it
@jamon.2 жыл бұрын
copped this with the moondrop chu
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Huge! I have the chu coming looking forward to reviewing it
@milanfan812 жыл бұрын
What's your keyboard? Also love your IEM gaming vids. I am planning on either the IE 300 or the Moondrop Blessing and those vids are a good help :)
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Using the gmmk pro at the moment
@ericsy21322 жыл бұрын
So what did u end up getting?
@nbimc2 жыл бұрын
what do u think the closest iem you have tried that has comparable imaging to the dt 900
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Hmmmm tough call. Probably the Dunu falcon pro tbh with the immersion tips
@stevenlee199312 жыл бұрын
Hey fresh, have you checked out the nth 100 by rode? I’ve been using it as my primary gaming headphone for a few weeks now and find it pretty good for the price. Imaging isn’t too far off of the 560s and 38x. It could be a good budget closed back recommendation
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Have a pair coming 😬
@filoh74432 жыл бұрын
Just curious, have you ever tried an HD700? I think they're quite close to the HD800s for a fraction of the price. I also am going through a list of IEMs (VR3000, A4000, FH5S, 64 Audio Duo) and really nothing compares to headphones imo, which is unfortunate. I wonder how close the Dunu Falcon Pro is to a pair of HP, so thanks for the wallhack tier list!
@wwayne87892 жыл бұрын
Got both not close to hd800
@onnorj15692 жыл бұрын
Firstable, wanted to thank for wallhack tier list. It's helpful righter than ever right now. Im trying to choose the final iem. One of the most important factors is how it performs in games and films. Unfortunately, i have no option to try any of these expansive iems and only considering from frequency responce graph and your reviews mostly. I settled with moondrop s8, because they have a bit less sub bass and mid bass than sa6, from what i understood its important to not feel overwhelmed of your own gunshots, grenades and etc. There is also more upper mid and treble (whole frequency) detail, which i think is important cosidering the fact that most of footsetps are here, but every reviwer have different opinion on soundstage for music. Since then i wanted to ask your opinion on how much frequency response is important for competetive purposes. And the last question is will you review s8 for your tier list?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I may have to try it out for sure !
@yngnickel Жыл бұрын
does this mix your own voice with zero latency; can you hear yourself when you talk?
@marduraraijin4890 Жыл бұрын
Hello I’m newer to this space but hate the cables being super close to my pc. Is there a specific longer cable I should buy for this to extend it closer to the end of my desk? Like between 3-6 feet.
@InfinityFishing2 жыл бұрын
Hello based on your reviews i decided to buy hd560s for gaming and movies , do you recommend to get moonriver2 or ifi zen dac v2 instead? ( excluding portablity from equation but merely for immersion and soundstage/imaging )
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
If you don’t need portability and it’s for your desk get the ifi
@Jeloan2 жыл бұрын
Is an AMP/DAC needed for IEMS for gaming if I’m going to be mainly playing fps shooters on PC?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
No not at all. Unless you notice your sound card is horrific sounding
@iLetsIGo2 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT this is the answer that i was looking for. thank you
@alejandroncg2 жыл бұрын
So, i just bought the moondrop blessing 2 for my pc, do you recommend getting the moonriver2 or there's no difference...
@Boemtie2 жыл бұрын
Yo Fresh try the Audient Evo4 or ID4 they have mic monitoring as well :). btw that mousepad is sick!!! where can i get that??
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
It was actually a limited drop from nacho customz and odinpc.com! I think I still have a 500x500 coming and will do a give away!
@hpsvirk2 жыл бұрын
Hi,just subbed your channel. Exceptional content and you have a very nice collection of mouse pad/mats. May I know from where can I but the one you have in this video?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Ty! The one in this video actually isn’t for sale anymore but it came from odinpc
@BrotherO4 Жыл бұрын
all that a gamer need is the apple audio dongle type usb C. and a usb A to C adapter if needed. 190$ is to much when a 10$ solution that everyone has goated exists. plus guess what? the apple dongle has mic support too and provide a very clean mic output. so you having gaming headset? check, using mod mic 3.5? well check
@FreshReviewsYT Жыл бұрын
Great solutions, also doesn’t sound nearly as good as most amp dac solutions though
@dyllanwhittington91002 жыл бұрын
Just wondering, what mousepad is that? And does it have a good surface, I am trying to find a good mix btwn aesthetics and performance.
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
It’s a good pad and it’s from odinpc
@gouen952 жыл бұрын
@Fresh Reviews , Hi can you do me a favor and check if there's an option to turn on 'Loudness Equalization' in the Moondrop MoonRiver 2? It can be found in Control Panel > Sound > Playback > select Moondrop MoonRiver 2 > Properties > Enhancements tab > Loudness Equalization. Please I need to know this. Thanks.
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Will check for ya later
@gouen952 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT big thanks
@gouen952 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT any news? 🤔
@gouen952 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT im sry to disturb but i do really need an answer hahah.
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
@@gouen95 I’m so sorry. I forgot about this. I will check when I get home tonight. I suspect it does because it’s a recognized audio device in windows. But I’ll confirm tonight
@marijanovic191x72 жыл бұрын
Crinacle recommended the Moondrop Chu earbuds/IEM-s for about $20 a few days ago. Could you please test those? The frequency graph looks great for such a cheapo, might be a good entry lvl gaming IEM or as a reserve. I have the Sennheiser HD 560S (chosen mostly per your video recommendations) paired with an Asus Xonar U5 soundcard (that I have for a few years) and it's wallhack tier for PUBG.
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Glad you’re loving the 560s. I have the chus on the way!
@marijanovic191x72 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT there's also the KZN CRn Zex pro (tuned by Crinacle) for not much more, I'd be interested in those too. Supposedly follows the HRTF curve nicely and isn't a V shape.
@wadyugonado7852 жыл бұрын
is the moonriver2 your favourite amp/dac for price to performance?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
It’s pretty amazing for the price. It sounds phenomenal and you can use it with basically anything and take it anywhere.
@pazosramon42302 жыл бұрын
Using a soundblaster g6 but it's dying its ads some noise when nothing is playing, do you think the moonriver2 would be a good upgrade? I'm using it with some focal elex headphones
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I would just confirm the power requirements are met. If you want something portable you can use on the go the moonriver 2 is great and has no noticeable background noise. If you want something more powerful that sits on your desk there are a ton of very good stacks
@user-ch5qh4jx6p2 жыл бұрын
Can you say which is better iFi Zen Dac v2 or Moonriver 2? They both cost $190 and that only good things are said about the first and the second
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
If you want to take it on the go the moon river 2 is insanely good. If you’re not using insanely powerful headphones I think I’d go moondrop honestly so that I could use it for multi purposes.
@lil_syba2 жыл бұрын
Hey man - do you feel as though the G6 adds fluff even when running in direct mode? To my knowledge, this mode nullifies all processing
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I personally couldn’t help but feeling the g6 added extra bass in all modes
@lil_syba2 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT gotcha! Time to give something more neutral a try. Cheers
@andehyo2 жыл бұрын
damn im just looking at the GMK Zen Pond. it's out already?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I got mine on aliexpress. It’s a clone set
@stevenwright75622 жыл бұрын
I’ve just brought the moon river2 and I love it, only thing I can’t figure out though is I have two monitors if I’m watching you tube or twitch on the second monitor and I click back onto my main gaming monitor the sound ramps up, I’ve fixed this issue before by up dating sound drivers and disabled the enhancement settings but I cant see a enhancement tab in the sound settings for the moonriver2 anyone had this issue yet??
@kaU4k2 жыл бұрын
What you think get a focusrite solo as my first dac? *i will need use XLR
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I actually haven’t used one before !
@ammarramadhan35752 жыл бұрын
May I ask? Do you need to install the driver first before using it on the windows computer? Will there be a difference between installing the driver beforehand or not?
@ammarramadhan35752 жыл бұрын
Since in my previous device (shanling UA2), installing the appropriate driver before using it in my windows laptop just fuck up the device completely (the volume become inconsistent, the sound changes, and sometimes the devices become unrecognizeable by windows). While just plugging it in my laptop or phone directly without installing any driver is making it work normally and as intended
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I didn’t need to install any drivers
@ammarramadhan35752 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT alright then, thank you for the answer
@andreinoue7583 Жыл бұрын
Can you use the in-line mic when connected to the DAC?
@JR882 жыл бұрын
where did you get the mousepad? it is so sick!
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Odinpc
@peteryuen84272 жыл бұрын
At this price range, which one would you choose between moonriver 2 and ifi zen dac v2?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Depends what you want to power and whether you want it for home use and on the go use
@peteryuen84272 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT I just got the falcon pro and planning to use it solely on my PC. Does that mean the zen dac is a better choice as I dont really need portability? Or any recommendation under $200?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
@@peteryuen8427 zen dac would be fine, and probably my choice because you can add to it if you ever need more power in the future. If you’re just using IEMs you could also check out the schiit fulla if you’re just running IEMs
@iWasimAbbas2 жыл бұрын
I always believed that Z690-I and B660-I have decent audio chip since Asus marketing those as high end SupremeFX S1220A codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier. That's disappointing if HD 650 can't run (decent enough) with these motherboards as I were hoping to drive my HD 660S when I upgrade to B660-I + Raptor Lake later this year.
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
It’ll be very tough to drive imho on the mobo
@alexp35772 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I’ve tried 560s and 660s on motherboard audio and on external dac/amps and the difference is pretty much night and day.
@Ken-zg3ze2 жыл бұрын
Are you doing a review of the GMMK Pro? I don't see a video on your channel yet.
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
If people are interested I’d definitely get one out !
@Ken-zg3ze2 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT MIght as well, right? Personally, I'd like to hear how it compares to your Q2's (Unless you have a Q1, too), the differences in the gasket mount (I know GMMK is criticized for being stiff), sound profile with the brass plate vs stock, software, keycaps, overall quality, value, etc. The GMMK Pro is one of the most popular mainstream custom boards atm so it would probably be good for the channel.
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
@@Ken-zg3ze I’m down for it. I’ll try to get it in over the weekend
@hby77682 жыл бұрын
where can i get that desk mat? Goku and Naruto???? - SOLD!!!
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
It was a limited release from nacho and odin
@crate7182 жыл бұрын
I run the G6 in stereo and eq on Dolby access pretty good. The dac stack you does it produce good sound stage? I am looking to upgrade the G6 for something more clean
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
The sound stage comes really from the headphone you’re using. The stack I use has a bit of warmth to it but close enough to neutral. The smsl sh6 and su6 stack has a beet more of a crystal nature to it
@crate7182 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT the only reason asked about sound stage bc I heard other audiophiles on KZbin like DMS talk about some dacs are more open to sound stage. I bought a longer cable from Amazon for the 400I . I went back and fourth with original cable. In the end for what ever reason the original cable I heard more detail and sound stage is way wider then the after market. So weird lol
@crate7182 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT sh6 su6 sounds like a great dac stack. Can the stack power 300 ohm headphones all the way?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
@@crate718 on high gain you shouldn’t have an issue
@crate7182 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT nothing but good reviews. Picking dacs feels more complicating then choosing a headphone. Thanx bro
@itwiitchy3422 жыл бұрын
IEMS so i have the hel 2e will the moon drop blessing 2 work just fine with them ? thinking of returning my 900 pro x there amazing just not for as long as i play games for the comfynes is just not there
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Yea the 900 pro x can be quite tight. Is that the schiit hel? Should power them!
@itwiitchy3422 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT yes schiit hell 2e and you suggest the moon drop blessing 2? lol i love the anime chicks that are inscribed in the out side of them haha also just love the way they look
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
@@itwiitchy342 haha they are pretty bad ass. I do still recommend them. My main pair right now is definitely the ej07m kinda lava edition, but the blessing 2 is amazing
@itwiitchy3422 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT thoes forsure look dope but out of my price range lol
@aaaaargghh Жыл бұрын
Have you tried Truthear Shio?
@user-cb1lu3si1h2 жыл бұрын
u ever think about doing a set up tour? {if u didn't make one}
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea!
@boamans18882 жыл бұрын
as much as i have fallen in love with the sa6.... good god do my ears hurt.... gave them 2 days to recover and first day back with them.. owwwww
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Damn! I wonder if some third party tips might help with that. However, I’ve heard many people have had comfort issues with a lot of different IEMs the sa6 included. I’d recommend maybe trying the spinfits
@boamans18882 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT spin fits? i think its from the size. alot of the other reviews i watched to all said that the part that goes into your ears is larger than most. and ive tried all 3 differant tips. im on the blue squishy ones i think hurt the least. im going to try for at least another week or 2. if my ears dont get more acclimated i might have to go back to over ears
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
@@boamans1888 Yes, spin fits are a third party ear tip that might add a tiny bit more comfort. The nozzle is wide, which is not going to work for most, but spin fits add a little bit of additional comfort without the silicone expanding in your ear canal with as much density. If the nozzle width is too much though, the tips don't add TOO much additional comfort
@bens94502 жыл бұрын
Do you think this will be plenty to power the HD 560S?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
It’s advertised to power up to 300 ohms. You’ll probably need to leave it in high gain and max volume
@MorteFNC Жыл бұрын
I need that desk pad. Anyone got a link?
@FreshReviewsYT Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it was a limited run
@kuro85672 жыл бұрын
Do you know where I can get one?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Shenzhen audio
@topherperry32442 жыл бұрын
Have you tried this with the Nintendo switch?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I haven’t
@user-yk2wb2zo8x2 жыл бұрын
What is ur mouse pad please And its controlling mouse pad ? Thanks
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
It is a collab from NachoCustomz & Odinpc.com
@mrshackocap36522 жыл бұрын
Is there a review on that mouse mat?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
The Odin v2
@mrnobody2082 жыл бұрын
Can I use this on console(I have ps5)?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Haven’t tried personally
@nXqd2 жыл бұрын
how does this one compared with the one from hyperX headphone?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Oh it blows that usb dac out of the water in terms of power and raw performance
@nXqd2 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT super, definitely will try this out! Thanks
@lordzyang15422 жыл бұрын
Moondrop Chuu Review
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Coming soon!
@ansharora63842 жыл бұрын
What mousepad is that? I see gojo, I buy simple.
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
It was a limited release from Odin and nachocustomz
@heroxdee61872 жыл бұрын
Would you recommend, an iem like the blessing 2/ dusk over headphones like the dt 990 for competetive gaming? Even if they aren't comparable, which would you go with and why?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
I personally like them more than the 990s. I’ve never really enjoyed the 990s tbh. But, I do recommend the 900 pro x over most IEM choices right now for overall performance
@jootai2 жыл бұрын
Headphones will always be better then iems Iems are for ppl that are looking for a smaller package, lighter. I got the blessing 2. They are great great for gaming! Great! Music.. Can't recommend
@heroxdee61872 жыл бұрын
@@FreshReviewsYT alright thank you!
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
@@jootai yea it’s really a widely different experience. I do agree that full open back headphones still seem to provide the best edge. IEMs get damn close though and provide enough performance with greater comfort, depending on the fit, to make them worthwhile. Love having both in the arsenal !
@heroxdee61872 жыл бұрын
@@jootai makes sense, I would also choose iems over headphones because it would be way too heavy for everyday use, like my current headset. Also headphone hair is kind of annoying I was rly interested in the blessing 2 for gaming, but I also love music. I heard that the dusk version has punchier bass, maybe this could be the Jack of all trades?
@crack_at_pvp51802 жыл бұрын
noice
@604CS2 жыл бұрын
Fresh is this worth getting if currently using goxlr to power IEMs?
@FreshReviewsYT2 жыл бұрын
Probably not necessary. Only if you want to get something and use it on the go and at home around the house