Comments on: Effect Audio Leonidas II Review

By: Marcus

Marcus — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 16:43:35 +0000

In reply to Josh. Tricky question since it depends on what you want out of it. If its dynamic power and impact then yes Thor II will give you that. If you want the detail and range but something more, hmm, neutral? Then perhaps their new Cleopatra out this weekend might be better. Our review of that will be out real soon.

By: Josh

Josh — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 16:28:44 +0000

In reply to Headfonics. Thank you for the review, would you suggest the Thor II or the Leonidas II with 64 Audio A12's? They are a little less 'balanced' so I was wondering if the more 'upfront' nature of the Thor II would be a better compliment for that model? Would appreciate if you could let me know your thoughts.

By: Headfonics

Headfonics — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 05:10:33 +0000

Actually for me this cable is quite smooth and not so analytical. Its big stand out is the way it projects imaging and the immersive soundstage. You are right in the sense it does no convey a very aggressive low-end which is what the Thor Silver Ii will give you. I have yet to hear the S Andromeda, I still love the original green and with the Leo II it is excellent. The Thor II will give the low-end a bit more juice and power. If its fun you want then that combo is very good.

By: Caruryn

Caruryn — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 03:56:49 +0000

Great and thorough review as always Marcus.I recently ordered the Ultima SP1000M and searching for a good upgrade cable for my Andromeda S and possibly later IER Z1R since they both share MMCX connection.I understand that this is very neutral tonally cable and read elsewhere that this is not a perfect companion for all iems despite immense technicalities.

Do you think it would go well with the S version which is more neutral/analytical,less fun take on Andromeda or just go with Thor Silver II Plus instead?Thanks again for any feedback

By: Headfonics

Headfonics — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 12:24:45 +0000

Lol.. double the fun!

By: Noah DeKok

Noah DeKok — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 12:09:55 +0000

I’ll take that as “wait for the Leo 2 8-wire to be available” ;)

By: Headfonics

Headfonics — Sun, 14 Oct 2018 00:29:15 +0000

Right now Janus and Leo for the detail, imaging and staging potential. Janus cuts a more analog type speaker sound with the 8-wire effect, the dynamic range is huge. However the Leo 2 might be the better choice to capitalize on the A18’s imaging.

By: Noah DeKok

Noah DeKok — Sat, 13 Oct 2018 12:07:12 +0000

What’s your favorite cable pairing with the A18s?

By: Headfonics

Headfonics — Sat, 13 Oct 2018 03:20:24 +0000

Sadly no Horus here but from what I am told the Horus is very revealing and transparent sounding.

By: Frankie D

Frankie D — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 13:10:57 +0000

How does the Leo 2 compare to the Effect Audio Horus?