Dunu SA6 mk2 REVIEW! They listened
Last year, Dunu and Zeos launched the SA6 Ultra, an IEM with a meteoric rise in hype that quickly ran into a problem: Dunu only made 300 of them. Now Dunu is back with the SA6 mk2, and something tells me Dunu took the hint. Let's review the mk2 and compare with similarly priced earphones.
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00:00 Intro & Pricing
02:10 What's in the box
05:10 Build quality
09:30 Fit & comfort
12:20 Sound signature
13:55 Sound: What I like
17:00 Sound: What I don't
18:50 vs. SA6, Supernova, Blessing 3, and Meteor
30:25 Conclusion & Rating
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Thoughts on ear tips, Xenns Top, Optimus Prime, and more in the audience Q&A 👉 kzread.info/dash/bejne/eqKM08iRpNG8c6w.html
@danielferenczi94
8 ай бұрын
Please do review with KZ PR1 pro and PR2 HBB
@cxmxc
4 ай бұрын
Hey man is it really that much difference between mk1 vs mk2 I coped a og for $300 ?
Nice review. I currently have some Dunu Kima and plan to upgrade. I have my eye on the Moondrop Variations, how do the SA6 mk2's compare to this one. And also do you think an AMP/DAC is necessary to take advantage of them or is the Apple Dongle more than enough?
My favorite part of the sa6 line is the fully recessed 2 pin connector that fits really snugly. Makes it usable while sleeping even for a side sleeper.
Great review as always. I love the fact that you do comparisons to some of the competition. It helps us make a purchase decision. I have 1 question. Would the technicalities of the supernova match or exceed the Mest mkii (imaging, soundstage, separation, etc)?
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Don't have MEST on hand to compare, but no, I don't think SA6 competes with MEST on techs.
@h1a8
Жыл бұрын
@@SuperReviewSorry i meant the supernova vs mest (not the sa6 vs Mest).
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
@@h1a8 I like Supernova better than MEST, but answer to the question of technicalities is too long for a KZread comment.
Really want to try them. Btw can't stop listening to Meteor quite fascinating, an emotional advanture❗️❤️👍☀️
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Meteor is def special.
Interesting. I tried them in a shop and they sounded quite sibilant. The most out of all IEMs I tried there. All “s” and “sh” sounds were very sharp.
How would you compare the SA6 Mk2 to something like the Helios or U12t? As always, great video and awesome review, keep it up!
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Not that similar tonally or technically.
Thank you for the review. Would you still say that the B3 has one of the best vocals you have ever heard in an iem? Oh and could you please add the q&a?
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Sorry about the Q&A link, here you go: kzread.info/dash/bejne/eqKM08iRpNG8c6w.html I do think B2 has better vocal presentation than B3 FWIW.
are you going to be reviewing the xenns top next please :)
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Might do a short.
If I've already got Monarch MK2, Orchestra lite, and U4s already. Is SA6 mk2 worth to add/substitute to collection or not?
@mokisan
11 ай бұрын
No
Do you prefer this over Thieaudio Monarch MK2 in terms of overall sound quality, comfort and fit and long listening sessions? Thanks.
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Uh, SA6 fits a lot better than Monarch mk2, but sound wise, no, I prefer Monarch.
Catch the light, Dunu. CATCH THE LIGHT!
How it compares to Moondrop S8? In terms of tonality and (especially) technical performance. Thanks.
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
S8 is more vocal forward: squig.link/?share=Super_22_Target,Moondrop_S8,Dunu_SA6_mkII_(off) S8 imaging is next level and bass is tighter.
I have sa6 mk1 This iem are a dream. I owned u12t, mest, tia trio, odin, solaris and many more but sa6 are awesome. They are not very realistic sounding iem, treble tehey are just ok/good but as a comolete package just great. I do not like ba bass but sa6 is so good I forget that is nit a dd inside.
Hi, does the acrylic hold over time? both my shure SE215 and sE425 have cracks where the sides join, the plastic becomes brittle and falls apart in that same spot
@SuperReview
10 ай бұрын
Haven't had that issue with any of my IEMs.
I just placed an order for HIFIMAN Ananda Stealth a few hours ago at $550. How would you compare the audio quality between the two. Is it even a fair comparison? My ears would say yes, what do you think?
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Comparing IEMs and open-back headphones is pretty hard.
How do they compare with Campfire Audio Holocene?
Watching again this review . Do you think Mark I should get the SA6 mk2, having the Meteor ❓☀️
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Supernova
@jaroslavfricek7772
Жыл бұрын
Btw I received with my Meteor also Helios cable 😉😆so the guys at Symphonium told me when you order Helios( I said I am interested)we will send you the Meteor cable with it😆🕺❤️💯
You forgot to brush your eyebrows. Is this brush better than the one that comes with the og?
@SuperReview
7 ай бұрын
I forgot that too.
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I prefer my 2’s over my OG’s, b/c they fit better & sound more spacious and airy; sorta’ like planars. Nonetheless, the OG’s are still exceptional universal IEM’s, as they’re lush & a bit more musical, by comparison. My reference is in regards to other IEM’s that I’ve owned or auditioned: Shure 235, 535 & 846. Monarch MK2, Timeless 7hz, Timeless 7hz AE, Raptgo x HBB Hook-X, Campfire Vega 2020 & Dorado 2020.
@BarabasKarabas
Жыл бұрын
I'm on the OG Timeless which I absolutely love, and I'm looking to upgrade. I've told that even in the kilobuck range, I won't necessarily be blown away by anything, especially detail retrieval wise - that's how good some say the timeless is. Since it's my first IEM in a VERY long time (think Ultimate Ears Super Fi triple driver lol from 2005 or something), I'm blown away by the timeless. To get a true, proper upgrade, should I consider something like the Helios, or the much loved U12T? I have a set of over ear planars that I love, and the timeless kinda gives me that planar speed and incisiveness. Are BA drivers at all like that? I've heard single DD items, but never a BA or tribrid. Curious to hear your thoughts.
@emailkenny
Жыл бұрын
@@BarabasKarabas If you’re asking me, from a point of diminishing returns perspective, you can stop with Timeless AE’s, if they’re comfortable and you get a good to great seal. The SA6 MK2’s hit harder & have a bit more weight, but that’s about it. I loved the sound of the AE’s. Returned them due to poor fit. They were very painful in my ears 🤕 The short & sharp bend upwards on them was wild 🥵 Nonetheless, I was completely satisfied with the resolution & bass of the AE’s ✅ The space & air of the AE’s are unmatched 🤺
@nazreenshah8001
11 ай бұрын
@@emailkennyHi bro, how u compared the se846 with monarch mk2 in terms of soundstage, technicality and tonality?
@emailkenny
11 ай бұрын
@@nazreenshah8001 The 846’s were top shelf, back in the day. They’re more comfy & the bass isn’t as rolled off, but they pale in every other regard, in comparison to the Monarch’s. Nonetheless, the DuNu MK2’s are the best I’ve heard.
@nazreenshah8001
11 ай бұрын
@@emailkenny appreciate with your thought and explanation. Looking forward to try the sa6 mk2 sounds
Ordered my 7th acoustics Supernova yesterday.
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Share pictures on Discord.
@stevelimey
Жыл бұрын
@@SuperReview They have some new abalone colours to choose from too. 😋
Hello, how are you, what would you recommend if I had to buy an IEM for 250 to 350 dollars?
@SuperReview
9 ай бұрын
Blessing 3
Which would you say has better mid range between this and the Meteor?
@SuperReview
3 ай бұрын
Probbbbbably the SA6, if you can resist the bass switch.
Would you say the Supernova better than the Geae?
@SuperReview
5 ай бұрын
For my tastes definitely.
Compared to Studio 4?
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
I compared Studio4 and SA6 in the Studio4 review.
How are you doing Mr. Ryan? Are you in the throes of renovation yet?
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Just paid for the city to review the plans, then paying for permits, then paying for a new rental, then paying for renovation 🫠
@GadZookz
Жыл бұрын
@@SuperReview Not to worry. In a few months you will be poor but happy in your upgraded home environment. 👍🏻
i got the sa6 new for $400, that a good deal?
@SuperReview
7 ай бұрын
You happy with it?
@cxmxc
3 ай бұрын
I got one for $290!
I wait for the performer 8 then I will decide if they are at a similar price.I don t like too much bass and treble kardon sound, I like reference type.For me it's mistake the bass tuning but there are a lot of bass heads out there.I also hope crinacle makes a warmer Blessing 3 Dusk with less 8 khz peak and more air over 10 khz range.Great review ❤
@havenloss8107
Жыл бұрын
same here! deciding between p8's and sa6 mk2. i love the p5's and never had a dunu
@anatol1204
Жыл бұрын
@@havenloss8107 let's see, the graph seems very good I hope it's not over 500€
@havenloss8107
Жыл бұрын
@@anatol1204 yeah around 450 would be awesome though they do state its way more advanced than the p5's so....maybe i should just say fuck it and buy the monarch mk2 instead. skip mid tier entirely
@anatol1204
Жыл бұрын
@@havenloss8107 you know what I m not convinced yet about the longevity of iems I hesitate spend that much
@havenloss8107
Жыл бұрын
@@anatol1204 same i guess since my most expensive so far is the p5
Please can you tell me if the Zen Top is better than the sa6mk2 and sa6 ultra?
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Not better, different. More contrasty, less midrangey.
The bass or lack thereof, is why I'm not buying the SA6 MkII and Blessing 3. I was very close of ordering a SA6 MkII when it first came out, but was afraid the all BA set is going to have poor bass like most IEMs that uses BAs for bass. I need dynamic drivers for bass. Instead of the SA6 MkII, I ordered the Penon 10th Anniversary Edition and an upgrade cable, which comes out to the same price of the SA6 MkII. Thank you for this review.
@dilankalpa
Жыл бұрын
How does Penon 10th Anniversary Edition compare to Xenns Top? I m undecided between SA6 MK2 and Xenns Top
@ta114
Жыл бұрын
Well i consider myself a basshead and i love the mk2 so there's that...
@margaperex7059
Жыл бұрын
@@dilankalpa me too; sa6mk2 or zens top?
@dilankalpa
Жыл бұрын
@@margaperex7059 I ordered Xenns Top thinking that MK2 would lack good bass.
i havent heard the supernova and the Meteor but to me the B3 definitely better than the SA6 Mk2, even the OG SA6 is better than the SA6 Mk2 to me.
SA6 definitely looks nicer than SA6 MKII.
@Grrrr3FKAGrrrrGrrrrGrrrr
10 ай бұрын
Increased size of the mkII makes it less appealing as well
You know this is a side tangent but when you say the words "Popular Demand" by itself with no context. It's like Jerry Seinfield comes in my head: What do you mean this demand has popularity? Can demand be unpopular"
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Who /are/ these people?
@hpwrotethis
Жыл бұрын
@@SuperReview "What's the Deal With Popular Demand"
@RyougiVector
Жыл бұрын
Criminals are unpopular and wanted, aren't they?
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Bum-bum-bum-bum-dee-dahp!
@Weareonenation303
Жыл бұрын
There's clearly context here. SA6 Ultra is one of the very few IEMs that sold over MSRP second hand due to having a very limited release and the OG Sa6 just being a very popular IEM. (The entire stock sold out within a week of launch from memory.) It's only natural that DUNU would follow up with a massed produced version of the SA6 Ultra, those collab commissions do take their toll don't they?
Have you experienced any sibilance or harshness with the Supernova. And will they fit small/medium ears ok…thanks.
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
Review: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lYSr0aqCpsqoeKQ.html
Please review kz pr2
Wow, the review came across more negative than I thought….😢
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
It is quite good, perhaps I focused too much on why it's not excellent.
MY double-blue SA6 Ultra is way easier on the eyes than that odd 2-tone elephant butt lookin thing. Just my 2 cents.
@SuperReview
Жыл бұрын
🍑
@ta114
Жыл бұрын
yeah but the mk2 is step up sound quality wise, so theres that...
@TonkyTronicus
Жыл бұрын
@@ta114 Subjectively not objectively. SA6 Ultra is more mid-centric.
Why don't you do something nice like go to skid row in down town LA and give some KZ iems to the homeless