Kotori Dauntless - Better than Moondrop Aria and Tin Hifi T3 Plus? Honest Audiophile Impressions

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  • Опубликовано: 18 окт 2024

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  • @sockhopsinger
    @sockhopsinger 2 года назад +5

    Dare I say you sounded almost giddy with excitement in this video. LOVE IT! Keep up the great work.

  • @TommyLimKW
    @TommyLimKW 2 года назад +2

    It is from my neighbour country. It rockz! Thanks for the review. Looks like a promising IEM.

  • @CJDilag
    @CJDilag 2 года назад +2

    Always looking forward to your honest impressions Dave! Will be watching out for this IEM 👍

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      Much appreciated! Thanks for watching and commenting. Look forward to hearing your impressions, if you choose to purchase the Dauntless.

  • @colum8889
    @colum8889 2 месяца назад +1

    Hi Dave, fantastic review as always
    I have the Dunu titan S (which I really enjoy) and was wondering if I should get the dauntless or if they're too similar for it to be worth it? How do they compare?

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 месяца назад

      Titan S is mid forward, the Dauntless is a little more balanced and cohesive. They are pretty similar in details, resolution, tone and timbre. Depends on what you are seeking.

    • @colum8889
      @colum8889 2 месяца назад +1

      @@TheHonestAudiophile thank you very much!

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 месяца назад

      My pleasure, you're welcome

  • @r00s.
    @r00s. 2 года назад +2

    I just got in on the early-bird special price. Thanks for the head-up. These look interesting. I have the T3 Plus and look forward to comparing the 2. Cheers!

  • @AwaisMahmood57
    @AwaisMahmood57 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for the review, after you told me about it on the community post, I decided to back the campaign ☺️

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      Hope you enjoy it! Look forward to hearing your impressions of the Dauntless.

    • @AwaisMahmood57
      @AwaisMahmood57 2 года назад +1

      @@TheHonestAudiophile I have received the Dauntless and they are really good.
      They are very detailed and have a wide soundstage.
      I have the Mele as well but I found them overly bassy for what I listen to. The Duantless has bass but is not overwhelming, all the notes are crisp and sharp. Thank you for recommending these. :)

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      Awesomeness 😎 I'm glad you enjoy the Dauntless.
      My pleasure, you're welcome for the recommendation. Thanks for the impressions.

  • @MrRambowz
    @MrRambowz 2 года назад +3

    Been using dauntless for the past 3 months. I can tell you guys this if you like beautiful vocals this should be your choice. Agree with the review!

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      Awesomeness! Thank you for the impressions!

    • @FMI_TheMixEngineEar
      @FMI_TheMixEngineEar 2 года назад

      Hi Mr Rambows. are you Malaysian or Singaporean? what other iems do you have now?

  • @jb678901
    @jb678901 2 года назад +5

    Good to see the sub $100 (>$50) market is getting increasingly crowded with well-tuned IEM's. Very pleased with my Tin T3+ purchase. The sound quality. The quality of the IEM (including the brass nozzle, metal filter), cable, and overall design/fit/finish.
    Will consider the Dauntless if it hits a price point similar to the T3+...at around $65.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +2

      Tin Hifi T3 Plus is an outstanding value. Look forward to your impressions if you decide to purchase a Dauntless.

    • @paulosilva8200
      @paulosilva8200 2 года назад

      Bass from t3 and this are total the opposite man. Check the graph before you buy it. No bass in this baby

    • @jb678901
      @jb678901 2 года назад +1

      @@paulosilva8200 Decided to go for the Olina ("modded"" with a +1 set of OEM-nozzle filters). Fantastic...like them a LOT. Unfortunately, this did not cure an apparent IEM addiction, so I also received a set of the Shuoer S12's last week. Between the S12, Olina, T3+, HearMirror, Lea, BLON BL-03, Quarks and CCA CRA...I can now feel secure in the knowledge that the IEM addiction is over!
      Then again, I am now waiting for a set of HE400SE's to arrive. Cans! Here we go again... ...

    • @paulosilva8200
      @paulosilva8200 2 года назад +1

      @@jb678901 ha ha. Me and you buddy. This addiction of sound .

    • @paulosilva8200
      @paulosilva8200 2 года назад

      @@jb678901 whats your favourite one now?

  • @FMI_TheMixEngineEar
    @FMI_TheMixEngineEar 2 года назад +2

    hi there, First of all thank you for your honest ever ready content for the community.
    Im now hooked on my HZ Heart Mirror ( neutral bright ) i have BL03 and Tin Hifi T2 Plus that i also used occasionally , actually rarely lately.
    i prefer neutral , slight mids to high presence . a lil weight body on the lows to mids is a bonus , Technicality is the highlight (separation mainly and timbre) soundstage is just realistic and good enough for me.
    in my shopping cart now is.
    1. Dunu Titan S
    2. NF Audio NM2
    3. could be this Kotori
    have you tried Titan S? im curious to how it sounds compared to Dauntless

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      Titan S has arrived but I haven't had but a moment listen to it. A full review is on the schedule but it will be a few weeks.
      I haven't heard the NM2.
      Thanks for the kind words, greatly appreciated. My pleasure, you're welcome for the reviews.

    • @FMI_TheMixEngineEar
      @FMI_TheMixEngineEar 2 года назад +1

      @@TheHonestAudiophile Im gonna wait for your Titan S review for sure before making any decisions.

    • @FMI_TheMixEngineEar
      @FMI_TheMixEngineEar 2 года назад +1

      @@TheHonestAudiophile between
      kotori, Aria And
      T3 you will definitely chose kotori? from the video its like that . but just wanna ask you again. 😅

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      Yes confirmed

  • @hikoseijuro13th5
    @hikoseijuro13th5 2 года назад +1

    I really love your straight honest reviews. Excellent reviews. Do you have a top 10 iem in every price point review and headphones also.
    More more power to you sir💪

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      I am glad you enjoy the reviews, thanks for the kind words. Here is a link to my tier list, please view the ranking grade tab as it is different than other lists.
      docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nRHnsP_4vLg9DlD9kwJ6gQuEQFqhTR0lnrkxXo3AMG8/edit?usp=sharing

  • @jasonweaver3629
    @jasonweaver3629 2 года назад +2

    Great review thank you 🙏🏻

  • @healtyhead
    @healtyhead 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for your review Dave! I've bought one and have a question :) I would like to use this with other cables or bluetooth adapter. So, should I buy C type pin or B type pin? If you help, would be really appreciated. Thx.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      To replace cable you will need the classic/recessed 2 pin style cable.

  • @kd-xp4kg
    @kd-xp4kg 2 года назад

    hi dave, great review as always
    which one is better in your opinion, between kotori and t3 plus, in term of depth/layering, instrument separation and spatial awareness ?

  • @matsigh
    @matsigh 2 года назад +2

    I'm glad you compared to something a price bracket(ish) above with the Yume. How would you say the Dauntless compares to the Timeless?

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +2

      Dauntless is more natural and accurate with tone and timbre. Timeless is slightly better with detail retrieval and resolution.

  • @samyg123
    @samyg123 2 года назад +1

    Sounds like a budget champ! Any plans to review the seeaudio midnight?

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +5

      Dauntless is for sure a budget champ, no doubt about it. I would love to hear the SeeAudio Midnight and review it, if one is provided for review.

  • @jakefoxx7978
    @jakefoxx7978 10 месяцев назад +2

    I've never been so convinced that I'm listening to an accurate representation of the music until this IEM, though there have been several close calls this is by far the closest to my preferences. Granted, i did favor the Dauntless with Alza Vivid Edition eartips over the Sony ones provided, but the neutrality either way is enjoyable (i just think the Alza Vivid give the Dauntless a slightly more musical touch while allowing the bass to be appropriately thicker). Bass guitar has never sounded this good with all the boxes checked, especially in terms of speed and textures. I might like a tad more "shout" and likewise "impact" in the mids but the dynamics and discernible qualities of the midrange are plenty good for me. The highs are sizzling and have a perfect amount of "zing". Different take on some of the cymbal clashes than what I'm used to, but I enjoy it. I suspect the Studio4 i ordered to have a similar approach to sound but... $400 worth of quality instead 😅 feels like i should've started with the Dauntless instead of the Aria but at least I finally have the sound I've been looking for :) (i ordered these days before pulling the trigger on the Studio4 by the way, just took a while to arrive whereas the S4 will probably be here Thursday)

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  10 месяцев назад +2

      Fantastic. I'm glad you enjoy the Kotori Dauntless. Thanks for the impressions.
      Look forward to hearing what you think of the Studio4.

  • @M_Hass
    @M_Hass Год назад

    Hi Dave, is this good for classical/epic music? Or any other recommendations in this price range($80-$120)? Thank you in advance!

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  Год назад

      The Dauntless is a good option if you want a stage monitor style presentation. If your looking for a more everyday, all-around presentation the Tin Hifi P1 Max is great especially when powered accurately.

    • @M_Hass
      @M_Hass Год назад +1

      @@TheHonestAudiophile I will definitely be getting one of these! Thank you so much for your response! Keep up the good work & have a good day Dave! 😁

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated 👍 Glad you find the channel content helpful.
      You're welcome for the suggestion, my pleasure.

  • @CHappy778
    @CHappy778 2 года назад

    Thank you for the nice review! I actually ordered a pair of them based on your opinion. I'm quite new to the IEM genre, only has a Fiio FH1s, but I'm interested how the 2 compare.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      I haven't heard the Fiio FH1s in a very long time. Sorry I no longer have them available to compare. I look forward to hearing your impressions of the Dauntless.

    • @CHappy778
      @CHappy778 2 года назад +2

      @@TheHonestAudiophile I quite like the Dauntless. It took quite a bit of time to get here, but it totally worth it. The sound is really nice, sounds more open/wide then the FH1s, and the comfort is also maybe a bit better. Thanks for recommending it!

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +2

      @@CHappy778 awesomeness 😎 Glad you enjoy the Dauntless. Thanks for the impressions. You're welcome for the suggestion.

  • @roviccastillo9087
    @roviccastillo9087 2 года назад +1

    Do you think its a worthy upgrade from the Tin Hifi T2?
    I’ve been enjoying my T2s for months now and is wondering if there’s a better iem out there than can give out a neutral/natural sound signature at a low price

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      Yes, the Dauntless is an upgrade to the T2.

    • @roviccastillo9087
      @roviccastillo9087 2 года назад +1

      @@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you for confirming this, will definitely keep this on the list of audio gear to buy next hehe ❤️✨

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      My pleasure, you're welcome. Look forward to hearing your impressions.

  • @MannyScoot
    @MannyScoot 2 года назад +2

    I'm looking for something Better than the Mele and the T3 plus ........Will these do it...... I enjoy the sound signature of the T3 plus but really love The MELE !

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      Comparison to T3 Plus in the video.

    • @paulosilva8200
      @paulosilva8200 2 года назад

      Mele. Better tone than t3 plus. But the dd driver of the tin is better in response and faster but not in tone.for this price I love the paiaudio dr2 pro.tone and everything is perfect apart from the sub bass being a bit to much in around 3 dB. More a bass lover . But you can hear the mids even when the bass is crazy up.

  • @lindaterzich6632
    @lindaterzich6632 Год назад

    Oh nooooo! Is it wrong I want to get these too? Thank you for this out of the ordinary iem review.

  • @zacc1602
    @zacc1602 2 года назад

    Im done with the TWS, im lucky to ended up soundpeats H1, im a new subscriber
    Glad that i found your channel
    Im looking for iems similar to h1 having delicious flavoring fan to listen budget friendly thick sound audiophile levels

  • @Usaji_
    @Usaji_ 2 года назад

    just a curiosity: the logo of the bird is not the logo of "dauntless", kotori in Japanese mean bird

  • @ronnyvalencia9404
    @ronnyvalencia9404 2 года назад

    Hi..I would like to know which one would you recommend me to buy, I like that the low frequencies are present...the fio fh3, the kotory or the tripowin mele...or the mele olina...thanks regards

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      I recommend you check out my reviews on all the gear listed, here is how I would rank the ones mentioned in the order of my purchasing recommendations per my preference and overall opinion of gear:
      Kotori Dauntless - neutral, natural
      Fiio FH3 - leaning fun
      Tripowin Mele - bass fun leaning
      Tripowin Olina (have only heard stock version) - most claim needs modded to sound good

  • @mxlxvnime5685
    @mxlxvnime5685 2 года назад

    Tin T3+ vs Hzsound Heart Mirror vs Whizzer HE01 vs TRN BA5?
    What is sound more similar to TFZ T2?
    Or more better
    Can anyone recommended me?
    Need to change my old TFZ T2 already broken

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +2

      Sorry, haven't heard TFZ T2, Heart Mirror or HE01. Wasn't a fan of the TRN BA5, here is a link to my review: ruclips.net/video/XZsECMPUqx8/видео.html
      Here is a link to my T3 Plus review: ruclips.net/video/a1aAeRv-9MU/видео.html

  • @Raju-hu9su
    @Raju-hu9su 2 года назад

    This is perfect for my ""FIIO BTR5 2021 "? CAN I TAKE this DAUNTLESS IEM?

  • @herb601
    @herb601 2 года назад +5

    Another 'honest' review. You've been really busy. Does your wife still remember you? :-)

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +2

      I think so! I hope so! 😂

    • @herb601
      @herb601 2 года назад +3

      @@TheHonestAudiophile Yes, as usual, I watched your entire review. Is this really worth it or just another one that sounds like so many others?

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +3

      I believe the Dauntless has that special sauce.

    • @vidalskyociosen3326
      @vidalskyociosen3326 2 года назад +1

      @@herb601 which one do you prefer Tin hifi t3 plus or Kotori Dauntless ?

    • @herb601
      @herb601 2 года назад

      @@vidalskyociosen3326 I actually don't have either. The Dauntless is weird in how you have to order it, so I didn't. The t3 plus' reviews were just MEH so I passed on it. Personally, I feel the Tin HiFi T2 is the absolute best of them all. It does everything right, IMO.

  • @TonkyTronicus
    @TonkyTronicus 2 года назад

    Had my eyes on these for a couple weeks now. The kickstarter page is a bit confusing though as to what tier to buy and availability seems to keep going all over the place. The logo kinda reminds me of the bat signal.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      I look forward to hearing your impressions if you decided to pick up the Dauntless. Thanks for the comment.

  • @MrZedelijk
    @MrZedelijk 2 года назад +1

    Fearless audio, Intrepid audio, here comes dauntless. One day the English language is going to run out of words. The countless IEM manufactures need to start worrying now, there will be no more fancy names for their products.

  • @laurentt1192
    @laurentt1192 2 года назад

    I think they need a bit of power to open up. Just (re)tried them with a balanced cable/azla crystal/fiio btr3k, and added some db with eq on bass. They are still a bit light on sub-bass but well controlled (mid bass and the rest are great, as detailed/separation/tonality), but that don't bother me as they are really excellent on some music like "Dave Mattew's Band" or "Bakermat" etc.. For me they are not perfect all rounders, but a must have.

  • @svilenp
    @svilenp Год назад +1

    👍

  • @vidalskyociosen3326
    @vidalskyociosen3326 2 года назад

    If you choose between t3 plus or this ? Which one best over all ?

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      Depends on use case and preference, Dauntless for neutral stage monitor, T3 Plus for pleasure listening.

    • @vidalskyociosen3326
      @vidalskyociosen3326 2 года назад +2

      @@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you for replying, and I am leaning towards Kotori now due to your excitement on the review here, Thanks.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      Awesome 👍 You're welcome. Look forward to hearing your impressions on the Dauntless.

  • @Daniel0Alves
    @Daniel0Alves 2 года назад +1

    I was very excited about your review. I already have 7hz timeless, but sometimes I think I want all the good headphones in the world. So I'll definitely buy a few more. Have you ever used Hidizs S3 pro? Would it be on the same level or better than spectra x?
    Congratulations on the video!

    • @michaelcorcoran8768
      @michaelcorcoran8768 2 года назад +7

      You got to train yourself not to it sucked into every new hyped up product. Learn to enjoy the equipment you already invested in. Every few months a new IEM comes out but is supposedly groundbreaking. If there is good as everyone says they will stay good and you don't need to keep chasing new ones. If anything you can find good deals on stuff that was hyped up a few years ago and is no longer being actively marketed.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +5

      @Daniel Alves Excellent choice with the Timeless. The Dauntless is a fantastic addition to any collection. Please don't give in to hype but make solid, wise decisions of gear that you know you want to try and are interested in but most important stay within your means.
      I haven't head the Hidizs S3 Pro, sorry.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +3

      @michael corcoran Nothing wrong with purchasing hyped gear if it is quality. I agree don't purchase every hyped product as a lot of them are just another IEM or headphone. Make wise and educated purchases and stay within your means. Thanks for the comment and the reminders.

  • @speedking8546
    @speedking8546 2 года назад +1

    How about... Vs the amazing ER2XR?

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      ER2XR has more body and note weight, is more mid bass focused, has more forward mids and isn't as extended in the treble. Dauntless has better detail retrieval and resolution , has a wider, deeper and more layered stage. Tone and timbre is too close to call.

    • @speedking8546
      @speedking8546 2 года назад

      @@TheHonestAudiophile thx!

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      My pleasure, you're welcome ❤️

  • @laurentt1192
    @laurentt1192 2 года назад +1

    Ordered with kickstarter, ends saturday.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +1

      Awesomeness. Look forward to hearing your impressions

    • @laurentt1192
      @laurentt1192 2 года назад +1

      Well... got them today, these are how you describded them, and exeptional! Using a copper 2.5 balanced ans final type E.
      Détails, tonality (i added a bit of EQ for basses), séparation, soundstage and imaging are really great. Eddit: no, exeptional in fact.
      Listening to ACDC at Riverplate, drums have a kind of 3D imaging (maybe every sounds in fact), great! Elecric guitares are just phenomenales ! Flea, from RHCP, with the bass is rewardedtoo! think i will love them, best purchase ever at that price.
      I was about to buy Tripowin Olina, i think i don't need anymore😉
      55€... crazy value for money !

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      Awesomeness 😎 Thanks for the impressions. Glad you enjoy them.

  • @villageroma
    @villageroma 2 года назад

    Does it sounds better then theTanchjim Tanya?

  • @larrydunn4626
    @larrydunn4626 2 года назад +4

    dude that graph on their website scares the H out of me. How do you put out an IEM with everything below 200 Hz at or below the 800Hz energy level? That is about 5-9db below the Harman Curve in that region.
    As to the tonality, it would seem if you aren't elevating bass at all under 200Hz relative to 800Hz, there is no possiblity of muddying or interfering with those mids, right? I'll bet if we all EQ and reduce energy under 200Hz by 5-9Hz, the mids will clear up like crystal!

    • @1337wafflezz
      @1337wafflezz 2 года назад +2

      Ya that graph looks a lil rough, not sure how accurate it is. What’s more concerning than the bass is that 5khz peak which is ultra cringe, followed by what seems like a steep rolloff and then some other various spikes and dips in the upper treble.
      The lower bass is relatively “neutral”(I call BS on anyone who can truly “hear” below 30hz but that 800hz bump is strange!

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +2

      Graphs don't tell the entire story!

    • @_overchaos_
      @_overchaos_ 2 года назад +1

      Harman target is slightly bass-boosted and v-shaped, not the best tuning out there. The bigger issue I see with these (at least according to that graph) is upper mid range boost and spiky treble.

    • @paulosilva8200
      @paulosilva8200 2 года назад

      @the Honest Audiophile you said the same and I got the etymotic xr2 and Jesus. The lack of bass and volume to the point that from my 46 iem. The etymotic I never use. Great mids. And treble. That's about it. The rest lacks.

    • @DanTraa
      @DanTraa 2 года назад +1

      @@paulosilva8200 There's definitely bass in the ER2XR. Hefty amount imo

  • @herseyberry4655
    @herseyberry4655 2 года назад +1

    Looks like a good deal..

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад

      Look forward to hearing your impressions, if you choose to pick one up.

  • @MaLaLiberty
    @MaLaLiberty 2 года назад

    Just looked at the frequency response graph... abrupt sub bass roll off at 40 hz!!! I can not, I need sub bass at least a flat line. Also, the low mid boost looks weird to me.

  • @mikef5659
    @mikef5659 Год назад

    Confused...you gave these a D+ rating and ranked them 230 out of 256 on your tier list.

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  Год назад

      Please read the ranking grade tab. Also, the number doesn't matter as it is just the row it sits on and can change if you sort the columns.

    • @mikef5659
      @mikef5659 Год назад +1

      @@TheHonestAudiophile ahh, you rank opposite of everyone else. Ok got it, thanks

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  Год назад

      @mikef5659 my pleasure, you're welcome

  • @kevinsuszka4991
    @kevinsuszka4991 2 года назад

    Subbass Roll-off ,no thx 🙏

    • @TheHonestAudiophile
      @TheHonestAudiophile  2 года назад +6

      These are a very detail oriented bass, sub bass is light impact but detailed. Thanks for watching and comment.