[xSDMx]

Does anyone have any information regarding these UIEMS?

 

[tf1216]

Are you asking about the "Curve"?  I haven't had the chance to spend much time with them.  I live near Alclair's office so I stop by from time to time.  
 
Are you still looking to buy a universal?  If you are, I will go borrow a pair and let you  know how they compare to their custom IEM line-up.

 

[xSDMx]

Am definitely interested in the curve. If you have the chance to check them out, I'd love to hear your impressions - thanks!

 

[drm870]

Seconded!

 

[alpha421]

Anyone audition these at CanJam?  The pin housing looks very fragile to me.  Is the shell silicone or acrylic?

 

[tomscy2000]

They're an OEM expropriation from a hearing aid company called Blue-Gear, which is based in Minnesota:
http://blue-gear.com/headsets.php?pageview=products
 
An UK company called Cluistrom is also using them:
 

 
For a while, Japanese importer Zionote was also looking at them hard.
 

 

[alpha421]

Thanks for the info.  Looks like the two companies are neighbors.  Can't find any impressions anywhere, but for their introductory price of $199, looks decent for a dual armature /w removable cable design.  They claim to use the largest bass driver.  I wonder if it's the same in the Westone ES5.

 

[tf1216]

Hi guys, I'm sorry for not reporting back sooner. I got the chance to hear The Curve. I have them with me so in a few days I'll be able to write more about them.

Rally sorry for. leaving the thread looming without a reply.

 

[nihontoman]

wow, this is interesting especially the cluistrom versions. where can I get them? I like the colored ones very much

 

[tf1216]

I have spent some time with The Curve, a demo of the Dual XB, and my RSM.  It's been a fun journey.  The Curve, to my ears, is a departure from the Alclair lineup.  Where the Dual XB sounds like a baby sibling of the RSM, The Curve sounds more like a product from another company.  The Curve sounds very much like a finished product that is fun without harsh faults.  I have not encountered any 'splashiness' or outright awkward anomalies.  The universal has surprised me, though a departure from what I am used to with the RSM, it's similar by being able to make all music genres pleasant to listen to.  For $199, it's an easy adversary for all other 2-driver, universal options out there.  
 
The fit is awesome, for me, with the tips I borrowed from Alclair.  The fit-time is fast and the universal is so light I forget it's there.
 
If there are any questions please feel free to ask.  I will have these models on me for a few more days so if I can try something out for you don't hesitate to ask.

 

[nihontoman]

well, some general overview of the sound would be awesome. oh, and some pics, because we haven't any
 
thanks

 

[tf1216]

http://www.head-fi.org/t/743968/alclair-curve-universal-monitor-review

My impressions are very similar to the one described in the review. I don't feel the bass is as lifted as the reviewer but his V-shaped opinion and warm comments are spot on.

This IEM is very easy to listen to. For general use, this is a great IEM.

 

[ELPCU]

http://www.head-fi.org/t/743968/alclair-curve-universal-monitor-review

My impressions are very similar to the one described in the review. I don't feel the bass is as lifted as the reviewer but his V-shaped opinion and warm comments are spot on.

This IEM is very easy to listen to. For general use, this is a great IEM.

 
Oops, someone have picked up my review link here. LOL.
At least someone is interested in the earphone.
 


 
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 They're an OEM expropriation from a hearing aid company called Blue-Gear, which is based in Minnesota:
http://blue-gear.com/headsets.php?pageview=products
 
An UK company called Cluistrom is also using them:
 

 
For a while, Japanese importer Zionote was also looking at them hard.
 

 
Hmm. Is that information accurate?
 
They definitely share similar designs; they both have same cresent design, 2-pin detachable cable, and 2 BA units(CS-2).
IMO, It is definitely possible(maybe not. I dunno) Alclair might pay some money for C-shape design for Blue Gear patent.
However, I doubt it is OEM of Blue-Gear CS-2. I mean, they have similar outlooks but different.
 
I check your link and I found Blue-Gear's earphone unit is more angular. Housing design is bit different.
Blue Gear's housing tip toward inner concha is less sharp than that of Alclair, and Blue gear stuff looks more angular. 
Check here to see photo http://cymbacavum.com/2013/02/26/news-feed-late-february/#more-438
 
Since housing difference easily change sound as well. they are not same animal.
Well, I dunno they are working together, but I am sure their housings are not same.

 

[nihontoman]

It would be hreat if aclair sold differently colored models, not just clears...

 

[tinyman392]

It would be hreat if aclair sold differently colored models, not just clears...

One red, one blue FTW  LOL.  
 
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I did get a pair of the Aclair Curves in.  They actually sound great, remind me a lot of the 4.Ai sound, though with much better lower treble, upper midrange response.  The sound is lush and warm, though it can be a little too warm at times losing out on the sharpness and energy that many singers and instruments have.