Ended ordering the Variations because they are through Amazon and if any issues they are easier to solve or return. Also I won't have to pay import tax. And finally, the Variations is on the top 10 IEM list of almost every single reviewer, listed together with IEMs priced over $1K. I hope no issues.

Beautiful IEMs! I bet you the combination is killer.

- Carter

Glad to hear it! :)

If you don’t mind being tethered to a phone or tablet you should check out the Earmen Eagle. It’s great with my Moondrop Aria and DT177X.

The SQ is on par with my Zen DAC v2.

Well thanks😁

Will do. Once I receive I will be sure to respond back with my thoughts on it vs Olina.

Nice. Get yourself a Lightening Camera adapter and the iFi Hip Dac will have the rest. The Hip Dac is well worth the investment.

Qudelix 5K really is a great little product. Highly recommend.

I haven't tried Hexa yet but I will agree that the Olina are tuned beautifully. They are just such a satisfying listen and at that price point it's bordering on sublime.

It's an incredible piece of tech to be honest. The power, the flavor, and portability make it a great choice in my opinion. One of the best pieces of tech I've bought.

In my opinion, Yes! The comfort is key to making a pleasant experience and these are extremely comfortable. Sound wise, incredible for the price. My dabbling in iems is over with these.

I do have the Hexa coming but I don't know how it will be as these just "hit the right notes" for me.

Qc over everything

Think it's safe to say someone from another "epoch" wouldn't have internet access

Yeah not a lot of fun factor in the Hexa.

If it helps I have both the Hexa and Aria and can compare if you know what Arias sound like. Hexas are much leaner, this can either mean cleaner or thinner depending on your tastes. (For me it is a bit thin) More coherent than the Arias but have very little bass, though what it does have is well controlled. I would put them slightly ahead in terms of resolution but I find the Arias have a much fuller and more exciting sound with a satisfying bass slam that works well with all genres. The midrange can sound wonky but only if you switch back and forth between pairs a lot. Also the Hexa's nozzles are massive and a lot of 3rd party tips just wont fit lol. The tips they have are fine though.

Personally I would take the Aria, they just have more fun factor which is what I think should be the main priority at that price range. Hexas are actually a lot better for online gaming though particularly shooters because a lot of bass with gunfire makes it hard to hear anything else.

When you receive Hexa please make a comparison for me, as I have Hexa but I'm always been intrigued by Olina.

Really like this set up. If I was to use an ifi hip dac with my iPhone could I use the lightening to usb-c charge cable to connect the iPhone to the dac ? Or do I need to buy the lightening to usb camera adapter ?

Qudekix better then ifi go Blu?

Yep. Hexa has no bass

Now try the 7hz timeless ae. And get stunned, everybody thinks its a 2db bass shelf but it so much better. I wish more people bought it.

Fantastic iem with a minor tip rolling from the box.

I can send one for you to test? u/DeltalJulietCharlie

I love my S12. They are quite special. I must also say that the 7Hz Zero is quite amazing, not S12 amazing, but still amazing in its own way.

Waiting for the Hexa's. Looking for affordable End Game from one of these:

Audio Hekili - $300 Moondrop Variations - $530 Letshouer EJ07m - $600 Xenns Mangrid Tea 2 - $350 Thieaudio Oracle - $539 Mangrid Xenns Top - $530

The budget is $600, however, I'm concerned with Moondrop and Thieaudio QC issues. This is why the Audio Hekilis may be my final option.

Olina SE are tuned perfectly.

People are saying Hexa but I found it to be quite boring

Hollow like it needs a sub bass lift or missing treble? Play around can always revert! Beauty of EQ

Just try the A8000 and never look back.