Add 2MM, The Big Brother of the Bette 8MM 1+1 Hybrid

Pros: Instrument Separation, Controlled Cool Sound Signature, Focus on Overall Clarity

Cons: Accessories, Packaging, No In-line Mic Version, Thin Cable

Introduction:

The whole reason I purchased these was because of jekostas review of the Bette 8MM 1+1 Hybrid:  

The 10MM version is going to mirror a lot of the 8MM, though I do not have the two to compare side to side.  

Specification:

- Brand: Bette

- Driver Unit: 10mm Dynamic Driver + Balanced Armature Unit

- Impedance: 32 OHM

- Frequency Response: 5 Hz-28000 Hz

- Sensitivity: 112 dB/1mw

- Plug: 3.5mm Stereo Gold-plated plug

- Cable length: 1.25m

Version:
Unlike the 8MM Version, the 10MM comes in many different design options.  I chose the Wood / Black Cable.

They also come in Wood / White Cable.  Two other designs are a Blue or Red with a Metal Housing.

Packaging:  

Came in a bubble wrapped bag.  No box, just the case with the Bette 10MM and some eartips inside.

Package Includes:

1x Hybrid Dual Driver Headphone

1x Carry Case

4x Ear Tip Sets

Build Quality:

The materials used are a nice blend of wood and metal.  Over all build is decent.

Some slight imperfections on both the metal and wood.  Cable is on the thinner side

and can be prone to some Microphonics.  No were as nice as the cable on the 8MM.

Strain relief seems sufficient, though the weak spot seems to be at the driver housing.
No issues to report as of now.

Comfort:

The wood housings are no too large, so insertion is an easy fit.  Though I will

be honest, I've never been able to use any size silicon tips.  I just quickly put on a set

of Comply T-500 tips that fit and work great.  These can be worn for a lengthy amount

of time with minimal discomfort.

Sound Quality:

I expected these, being made out of wood to have a warm signature.  Though right away

I noticed that they had a whiff of coolness to them.  Crystal Clear cross all frequencies.

Instrument Separation is outstanding; I'm guessing this is due to the dual drivers.  It is easy

to drive the Bette 10MM, either through a phone or something more powerful.  Isolation is good,

easily blocking unwanted outside noise.  Because of good ventilation, these have absolutely no driver flex.

Sound signature can be described as a wide U shape.  An ever-so slight emphasis on the lows and highs.

Soundstage is neither big or small, Goldilocks would be pleased.

Bass present, but does not overpower in any form.  These are not for bass lovers.

Mids are clear and focused, though might be considered the tiniest amount recessed.

Highs are surprisingly crystal clear though borderline sibilant at times.

Conclusion:

Bette is onto something and on to something good.  Their use of the hybrid technology is outstanding.

Tuning of the dynamic and armature drivers is pure magic.  The two work together flawlessly to bring

out a extremely controlled sound. 

The Bette 10MM Hybrid is any easy recommendations to make.