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Buy ziigaat odyssey the og version on amazon open box for around $160 with a jcally dongle and that’s your endgame.
Hey everyone, I’m trying to decide between a few IEMs for my first purchase, and wanted to get some opinions from people who have experience with, or know of, the following products. Here are the options I’m considering (all prices include tax/shipping): * Kiwi Ears Astral – $225.14 USD * Ziigaat Odyssey 1 (used, like new – FB Marketplace) – $124 USD * Ziigaat Odyssey 2 – $181 USD * Ziigaat Crescent – $215.38 USD * Xenns Mangird Tea Pro (non-SE, used like new – FB Marketplace) – $204 USD I’m looking at this from **two perspectives**: **1. Pure performance (ignore price):** If price didn’t matter at all, which one is *objectively the best overall* in terms of tuning, technicalities (detail, imaging, stage), and overall listening experience? **2. Value for money:** Which one would *you personally pick,* considering the prices listed above? Would really appreciate any comparisons, especially if you’ve heard multiple of these. Also open to comments on things like comfort, fit, or anything else that stands out. Thanks! (I listen to a variety of genres from classical, pop, R&B, rap, rock) Update: I got the Ziigaat Odyssey 1 for $89 USD, and it was basically in new condition. I am very happy with the purchase, and it seems like a well-tuned and decently technical IEM. Thank you to everyone who gave me advice!
I'm curious about the Odyssey 2, because I already have the Odyssey 1! Best of luck everyone
If you like the Odyssey that much then maybe you can get it again during sales. You can also reach out to Linsoul and see what they can do about your missing piece. I like the Odyssey as well, and 2 other sets in that price range I also like are the Xenns Tea Pro and Thieaudio Hype 4. There's also the Odyssey 2, to me it's cleaner but less fun than Odyssey OG, and with better build and accessories. I still prefer the bass on the OG.
I think everyone is coming in pretty close to similar recommendations. I’d put the Astral and tea pro for pure performance and the Odyssey 1 just as a bargain. It performs very well, but the Astral and tea pro takes the lead if you’re willing to spend that much. Truthfully, you won’t go wrong between the Astral or tea pro.
I’d get the Odyssey if it looks in good condition for used. It’s your first IEM, and you’re not really sure what kind of sound signature will really make you happy. So get something of quality like the Odyssey for less money. Listen to it and just enjoy it for a while. Then you can think about getting something more expensive that’s more likely to match your specific taste.
Either Ziigaat Lush, Odyssey 1, Luna, or Arcanis. I have tried Lush and Odyssey, and I think they are both punching way above their price point. Lush is honestly too good to skip for around $150 (based on local pricing) and Odyssey 1 is just a crazy set for about $200 (again, local pricing). As for Luna and Arcanis, unfortunately I haven’t had the chance to try them yet but hoping to tho.
Just enjoy them and give them more time. But if you’re buying in the next few months: since you love the Zero:Reds, you can definitely aim for the Truthear Novas. If you really like the EW200s, maybe try the Supermix 4 (they are kind of like the Nova but brighter). I actually had EW200s too before. >ZIIGAAT odysseys Yeah they are great, I demoed them twice and loved it. Not sure about the successor since I haven’t been able to try it. If you like treble specifically, consider planars like the Simgot ET142 or the S12 Pro. For multi-driver sets, you could also look for the Blessing 3.
I have the odyssey 1, and I'm very curious about odyssey 2
Really depends on how you feel about the upper treble spike the Astral has. Personally I don't like this tuning on Astral and other IEMs but you might like it depending on your highs sensitivity/hearing-range. I prefer the tuning of the Odyssey 1, I think it's the best tuning of any ZiiGaat.
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