BRAINWAVZ M2 : The Review
This is my first review, so feel free to point out any mistakes i've made.
Well guys, initially I used to listen to music using my Ipod touch and the stock apple buds. Recently, my buds broke down and so began my hunt for the perfect iems as per my requirements.
Before starting off, I would like to mention that I basically listen to hip-hop, R&B, country, Pop, Trance, Soft rock. Well basically anything other than Hard rock and metal.
After going through several reviews on the net and hours of reading, I finally decided to put my money on the Brainwavz M2 (that was the first time I heard its name).
I placed an order online through Lynx India and luckily I got it as a deal of the day offer with 25% off on the MRP.
So it costed me Rs 2300 after discount, which was quite a good deal as it would have costed me 60 dollars had I ordered through mp4nation.Specs:
Type Dynamic Driver
Channel Balance: <= 2dB
Driver Diameter: 10.7mm
Rated Input Power: 10mW
Sensitivity: 115dB @ 1mW
Distortion: <= 0.3% @ 94dB
Maximum Input Power: 40mW
Impedance: 20? Closed Dynamic
Plug: 3.5mm, 45 degree, gold-plated
Frequency Response: 20~20,000Hz
Cord: 1.3 meters Y cord (CU/Ag) PUR
THE PACKAGE
When i received it, I was quite impressed by its packing.
It was housed in a black box with a see through portion for a glance at the iem housing.
The Iems are well kept in the box and would handle any type of drop.
The packaging consists of
> 3 pairs of different size silicon tips
> 3 pairs of different size foam tips
> pair of ear gliders for over the ear usage
> Round hardcase
I'm pretty impressed by the accessories and hybrid like silicon tips and foam tips are really comfortable to wear.
The round case exudes quality and really does its job well in protecting the iems.
The entire package
The iems are very study and have a metal housing.
It fits in my ear very well and is very comfortable to wear for hours too.
I prefer to wear the silicon tips than the foam tips.
The design is a typical IEM design.Can be worn over the ear as well as straight down. The cable is sturdy, thick and has a braided feel to it. It definitely showcases quality.
PERFORMANCE: The real Deal
I had read many articles related to the burn-in period of dynamic driver based IEMS, however my M2 didn't need any burn in. They sounded great out of the box.
The lows:
The best feature of the M2- The Bass.
M2 handles the low end of the frequency range very well and it has both quality and quantity.
The bass is impactful, well textured, tight, punchy, extends low and deep.
It is very well controlled.
The sub-bass is also elevated to a level that makes it clearly audible. You will feel the rumble with these in-ears even though the bass is not blown completely out of proportions.
The following tracks sounded just great and their bass just suprised me.
Drake- Sooner than later
Basshunter - Almost all the songs
Lil wayne - Lollipop, Got money
Black Eyed Peas - Boom Boom Pow
Chris Brown- Most of his songs
Akcent- I turn around the world
Snoop Dog- Riders of the Storm
Janet Jackson- Call on Me
Songs by Nelly
And many more
The overall signature is on the warmer and smoother side and you really can't go wrong with the bass on the M2. The best that you can get for the price if you want quality bass.
The Mids:
The mids are sweet and slightly forward. Very musical iems in my opinion.
Good detailing and instrument separation and really complements the bass well. It fits in nicely with the other frequencies making one sweet cohesive (and layered) sound.
The Highs:
The M2 renders the high end of the frequency range very decently. While it may not be as good as its more expensive competitors; it's still very well detailed and holds its own against other iems in its category.
I didnt encounter any issues of sibilance which is a good thing.
Soundstage:
The M2 has decent soundstage and it was neither too wide nor too deep.
If it had a better soundstage then the M2 would've been a killer option even in the sub 4k range.
Overall, If you want a fun sounding, musical IEM wid amazing bass, great mids and decent highs with a decent soundstage, the M2 is your best bet.
Besides its anyways the best bet for everyone who wants an iem below 3k. :razz:
Anything below 3k, and you can blindly take the M2.
I use my itouch as my source
I prefer to wear it down than around the ear though since i'm more used to that.
Hope you liked my review.
