Meze Audio Alba - This is How a Single Dynamic Should Sound?!

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Meze Audio Alba - This is How a Single Dynamic Should Sound?! - Honest Audiophile Impressions

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@lordlopes2424 2 ай бұрын

Nice review Not the first one I see of the Alba but it's good to see others talking about it. Meze really work well on the Alba,and for the price it looks good.

@fransvankershaver3210 Ай бұрын

Thanks for your "poetic" review. Your review convinced me; I ordered the Alba. So with my 99 Classic my Meze family is complete.

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

Awesome 👍 I look forward to hearing your impressions.

@nitraM321 6 күн бұрын

it's not nearly complete

@DragnetSound 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Great review Dave

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the gift, much appreciated.

@nasirrahmatullah141 2 ай бұрын

I Only watch the video because he took time to make it, rather than lame and similar reviews. This could have been much interesting if he had included other veriations, but I'm satisfied. It was a great review

@sockhopsinger 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for helping me make up my mind. Was hoping you would review it. Hoping you are well.

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome. I'm doing well, enjoying the warm weather.

@7quidstudio 13 күн бұрын

Gonna buy these on the back of the reviews. Should sound good on my Chord mojo 2

@TheHonestAudiophile 13 күн бұрын

Awesome 😎 Look forward to hearing your impressions.

@saint_odonnell Ай бұрын

Such a great review! Thank you ☺️

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@tedthomas9809 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Dave! Great review as always. When this iem popped up on reviews and promotions from sellers, I went with the flow ( can't afford the Empyrian) but do like the Meze sound. Still rock my old 99 headphones. As you are reviewing, it is making my decision to have ordered early feel like I did a good thing. Thanks again😅

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome

@suntanglory Ай бұрын

Nice one Dave!Cheers.

@LSDScreen 2 ай бұрын

The review I was looking for.

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy the channel content.

@dalemason5970 2 ай бұрын

Hi buddy. You going to bite the bullet then? Think I may

@LSDScreen 2 ай бұрын

@@dalemason5970 The hype seems too strong not to.

@LSDScreen 2 ай бұрын

@@dalemason5970just pulled the trigger

@mikesoke 2 ай бұрын

@@LSDScreen did you order straight from meze?

@AronAddams7 Ай бұрын

I donny why Meze IEMs remind me of record players. Excellent review!

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

I think they look like an enclosed horn speaker.

@AronAddams7 Ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile that makes more sense.

@quantumcreator8888 15 күн бұрын

Great ❤ thank you Dave 😁

@TheHonestAudiophile 15 күн бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome

@CoffeeXmusic 2 ай бұрын

Great review as usual ❤

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 🤗

@bencherian Ай бұрын

I need a fun sounding iem. Enough with analytical thing I hope Alba is fun sounding one

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

Look forward to hearing your impressions of the Alba.

@audio_tron 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for comparing to Advar. I think more reviews would benefit from going beyond price brackets. Oftentimes those comparisons are more than warranted in this funny hobby of ours. Between Alba and Advar, which had the most preferable, realistic vocals?

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Alba has more note weight and realistic vocals in my opinion.

@wundyboy 2 ай бұрын

It seems you and all the other reviewers are quite impressed with the Meze Alba... they will sell like hotcakes!

@davidcoons89 2 ай бұрын

Is your title a question or an exclamation? ‘This is how..?!’ Rather than ‘is this how..?!’

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

@davidcoons89 Why don't you watch the video and find out 😉

@davidcoons89 2 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile I did! Thanks for a great video as well btw!

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome

@dragonfire61 2 ай бұрын

Hopefully you can get your hands on the Dita Project M. I have them about a week and they punch wayyyy above their price. Best IEM's I have ever heard.

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion

@diamondhellspawnscorpion 2 ай бұрын

I'm thinking to decide between Dita M & Alba.. But Dita M is thrice as expensive..

@poirotsknight9850 Күн бұрын

I have both alba and dita...dita project m is worth twice or even thrice it's price...alba is very very good, but dita is phenomenal

@carminedesanto6746 2 ай бұрын

Good afternoon Dave. Hopefully this is a sign of things to come . A “downmarket “ iem from them ..could a sub 2K Emp’s be on the horizon? I don’t think they give me something different enough to get a place in my IEM stable. The S12 ,KATO and the WU’s I think cover this performance 🎭. A great review..but I’m good ..that being said I think they would make a great addition to someone who’s just stating out in the IEM hobby. Have a fabulous weekend.

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

It would be great to have some more budget friendly Meze products for sure. Have a great weekend.

@apollomoonlandings 2 ай бұрын

I really liked the pleasant sunrise analogy. It sounds like the Alba is an exceptionally pleasant IEM to listen to. Thank you for the review. I am curious. Do you think that the Alba might be a direct upgrade path for those who really like the overall tuning of the Kiwi Ears Cadenza? I ask since some people prefer single DD IEMs in order to avoid any BA timbre issues.

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Cadenza is more bassy, not as much clarity. The Alba is a big upgrade in my opinion.

@guybrushtwood 2 ай бұрын

I think the word to sum up the Alba is “natural”

@lalitmehta6969 2 ай бұрын

Thumbnail remind me 90 80s 😂 when KZfaq doesn't exist.

@paultomaszewski1964 2 ай бұрын

As long as the cable for any IEM is built well, I don't care so mush what it looks like or feels like. I prefer a lighter cable so it doesn't pull down on the IEM's while I'm using them. I know the ear hooks design is suppose to take care of it, but the less weight pulling the better. They sound like a set I may have to get when the the budget allows.

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

The biggest gripe for me is the tangling and twisting, drives me nuts. I hope you get to hear the Alba.

@bklynrickel 2 ай бұрын

If you Like it David, I have to try it! :)

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Look forward to hearing your impressions after you get it.

@prithvi9727 Ай бұрын

Excellent review .. useful one at that. Thanks. [ Just wondering why you pronounced it as Elba & not as Alba as it should be :) ]

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

I'm sorry my accent "mispronounced" the name slightly. I'm not Romanian. Glad you found the video helpful.

@prithvi9727 Ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Cool .. appreciate it.

@epiphica 2 ай бұрын

Hey Dave! I am on a hunt for an affordable (under $200 would be best, but i could stretch to $300) pair of cans for competitive gaming. I am going to be in a noisy environment with a roommate, so I would like the headphones to isolate noise well, but also offer a great soundstage with good imaging to hear footsteps and identify them directionally. I am going to be coming from the Phillips SHP9500s, and I love them but they are open and don’t block any sound whatsoever. Your input would be really valuable to me, thanks in advance and keep the good reviews up!

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Keep in mind I don't game much anymore and I play sports ans racing games for the most part. To be honest, I mostly use IEM for gaming. The over ear closed back headphone I do use sometimes for gaming is the Rode NTH-100.

@trubadyr99 Ай бұрын

When I was listening to your treble description I wished you'd offered a graph.

@garenyo 28 күн бұрын

Hi Dave, thanks for the video review. How does it compare to IE200 ?

@TheHonestAudiophile 28 күн бұрын

Sorry I've not heard the IE200

@TheVeganVicar 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the review, David! SHABBAT SHALOM! 🕎 HAPPY SABBATH! ✡️

@mehmetsahin4130 2 ай бұрын

Great video content! If you compare with Moondrop Variations interms of details, resolution and sound stage, which one is better? thanks!

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

I've not heard the Variations since I reviewed them quite a while ago. Going off memory, the Variations is better detailed and resolution. I don't recall the staging.

@hishighnes5474 20 күн бұрын

Hi Dave, i am looking an upgrade over my Blon bl03. My initial plan was tin hifi t3 plus. Then I See Alba review and it coming with dac which would be the best upgrade. Kindly guide me

@TheHonestAudiophile 20 күн бұрын

Meze Alba significant upgrade to both .

@hishighnes5474 20 күн бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you Dave

@TheHonestAudiophile 20 күн бұрын

@hishighnes5474 my pleasure, you're welcome

@gwine9087 2 ай бұрын

Well, another review that just adds to my confusion. Too any differing opinions, especially about the treble.

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Everyone hears different. The treble is special in my opinion. Thanks for watching.

@Zorzek 2 ай бұрын

Well this is a subjective hobby, so it's only natural that you will get many different takes on the subject. Helps to keep this in mind and never taking another's view on something an IEM / headphone as hard truth.

@brano5006 2 ай бұрын

10:45 - 16:25 Did you get that opinion using the Alba with an existing Meze USB DAC or with some other portable DAC? Be that as it may, I enjoyed your opinion, as always 💕

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

I mention my thoughts about the Meze dongle in the beginning of the video. All opinions mentioned are how it sounds based on my experience with all my source gear.

@brano5006 2 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile The conclusion based on your answer is that such experience and opinion cannot be gained using Alba with the attached Meze USB Dac Thanks for answering

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Yes, in my humble, honest opinion, the Meze dongle holds the Alba back a little bit. It isn't a bad sounding dongle but the Alba performs better on more quality dongles and desktop gear.

@brano5006 2 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Your presentation of Alba's ability to provide sound is excellent, of course with the appropriate DAC according to personal taste 👍🏼

@bencherian Ай бұрын

Can you compare Alba with Simgot EA 1000 please in terms of sound quality only ? I dont have specific genre Edm Indie Old school rock Atmosphere Synthwave Almost everything except heavy metal I listen

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

EA 1000 is more v-shaped, has more bass presence, has more elevated upper mids and treble, is not as resolving and is not as natural with tone and timbre.

@gertost Ай бұрын

How are these for trance, rock/metal, pop, electronica, classical ect... ? I listen to a wide range of genres. I like detailed, wide, punchy and a little warm sound. It must be enganging and musical. Not Fatigue. And of course comfortable. The most comfort iems ive had, is the beyerdynamic xelento. A good iem. But to pricey

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

They are good for those genres.

@guillermobrito4987 2 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot Dave, i'll out the alba in my shortlist, now that i want to make the jump to the $100-$200 tier. Have another recomendation.?

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Here is a link to my ranking grade/tier list, please make sure to read the ranking grade tab first as I don't grade like everyone else. docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nRHnsP_4vLg9DlD9kwJ6gQuEQFqhTR0lnrkxXo3AMG8/edit?usp=sharing

@guillermobrito4987 2 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks to care about it. have a great weekend

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

My pleasure, you're welcome. Have a great weekend.

@ahraziqbal9 Ай бұрын

is the detail retrieval better than Truthear Hexa.. how to does it compare to Hexa?

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

The Hexa presents the details in a more aggressive and forthright manner but the Alba is similar in amount and better resolving.

@fransvankershaver3210 Ай бұрын

There is some information I would like, but could't find. Any idea what the specs of the DAC are?

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

Sorry I wasn't able to locate it.

@wtfgebeurdmij2991 3 күн бұрын

Hey i have one question! The blon bl 03 has a small dip in the typical harman target upper mids ( 3khz/4khz) section which makes them seriously perfect for me in the ear/pinna gain region. Mids and vocals still forward sounding in the other frequencies ( so they are not overshadowed by the bass and especially the treble ) but never dry, rough, harsh or breathy. They sound almost like liquid gold if you know what i mean. would you still suggest the meze for my preference? the bl05s where almost perfect upgrade for me but they miss this important dip at 3khz/4khz and sound a little nasally/harsh

@TheHonestAudiophile 3 күн бұрын

Alba is a significant upgrade to the Blons but it is a touch elevated in the uppers.

@wtfgebeurdmij2991 3 күн бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thank you very much for reading my comment, now i know its just a touch elevated i am happy to take the leap and pre order them in my country.

@TheHonestAudiophile 3 күн бұрын

@wtfgebeurdmij2991 I look forward to hearing your impressions.

@KashanArtist 2 ай бұрын

Hi dave.. please suggest me iem $80 & $100.. I am so confuse, your suggestion will help me a lot.. Thanks

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Here is a link to my ranking grade, please read the ranking grade tab first as I don't grade like all the other channels. docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nRHnsP_4vLg9DlD9kwJ6gQuEQFqhTR0lnrkxXo3AMG8/edit?usp=sharing

@KashanArtist 2 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thanks 👍

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

@KashanArtist my pleasure, you're welcome

@nashdiz Ай бұрын

Any comparison between the Meze Alba and the Aful Performer 5?

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

I sold the P5 a year ago so can't do a side-by-side comparison. If memory serves me correctly, the Alba has more accurate tone and timbre, better details and resolution.

@masud79 Ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile the P5 are still the most perfect sounding IEMs imo, and i cannot figure out what makes them so special. Everytime i hear them its just wow

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

@masud79 glad you enjoy them.

@Gilliboy82 2 ай бұрын

Can you compare it to the Tanchjim origin? Which one is the most resolving, natural and has the best timbre, tonal qualities?

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Sorry haven't heard the Tanchjim Origin, hope to get one at some point for review.

@sheikhmkrifat7749 12 күн бұрын

Is it worthy to upgrade from Kefine delci?

@TheHonestAudiophile 12 күн бұрын

Yes

@stefi7318 Ай бұрын

What kind of connector have the iem? Standard, 078 or 0.75mm?

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

0.78mm connection

@diamondhellspawnscorpion 2 ай бұрын

Hi Dave.. Considering that you have also done a review on Etymotic ER2XR before, how would Alba compare to ER2XR in terms of detail retrieval, tonality, instrument separation.. Which one would you pick?

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Alba has better bass extension, impact and control. The mids aren't as forward as the ER2XR. Treble is more extended and airy. The soundstage is wider, deeper and better layered. The ER2XR is more mid forward focused and not as balanced. The Alba has a slight advantage with detail retrieval and resolution. Tone and timbre is similar.

@diamondhellspawnscorpion 2 ай бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile thanks Dave. Did you happen to try Dita Project M iems?

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

I e not had the opportunity to hear DITA Project M

@saechaoboi416 Ай бұрын

Hey honest audiophile Kotoriaudio is releasing their new vampire iem and I was wondering if you will be reviewing them soon or not

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

Yes, a Vampire review is in the planning.

@gprider1525 2 ай бұрын

No one else is saying this has good detail resolution, could you give an example of music where you heard this compared to another iem please

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

Music link in description and on my website.

@siv1474 Ай бұрын

Theese are out of stock :/ I enjoy bass, so Meze Alba or 7hz Legato?

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

Legato is a true basshead IEM the Alba is more refined and fun leaning instead of basshead.

@bencherian Ай бұрын

Can you compare it with Artti T10 please ? Although both have different drivers both are near same price at my place

@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын

Sorry haven't heard the Arti T10

@nonchalantd 2 ай бұрын

♥

@brunoserwaczek5232 Ай бұрын

Sir, glad you didn’t say “elbow.”

@SileDevil Ай бұрын

alba means white actually

@coprfowe2666 2 ай бұрын

Can you compare alba to rai solo? Which one is better?

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

I've not heard Rai Solo in 3 years or more. Sorry I don't recall enough to give comparison.

@Intmemo 28 күн бұрын

Hi, I would like to know ,wich sound is better IE200 or ALBA MEZE?

@TheHonestAudiophile 28 күн бұрын

Sorry I've not heard IE200

@Intmemo 28 күн бұрын

@@TheHonestAudiophile Thanks

@TheHonestAudiophile 28 күн бұрын

@Intmemo my pleasure, you're welcome

@dennisalarcon9175 2 ай бұрын

How would you compare this to the cklvx?

@TheHonestAudiophile 2 ай бұрын

My CKLVX D41 is out on loan to another reviewer so I can't do a direct comparison. Going off memory, the D41 very similar to the Alba but isn't quite as detailed and resolving.