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grailnewt

Head-Fier
For Hifiman EF499 in Amp/DACs
Pros: See review for details
Cons: See review for details
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Sonic Sleuth

Sonic Sleuth

Head-Fier
For KINERA VERDANDI in In-Ear
Pros: Exceptional bass quality and quantity, especially considering the 6mm driver size.
Beautifully designed shell, showcasing Kinera's renowned craftsmanship.
Comfortable fit, despite the slightly protruding design, with effective isolation.
Versatile sound signature suitable for various music genres, delivering a balanced and engaging listening experience.
Well-executed tuning, providing a smooth and musical presentation across the frequency range.
Cons: The included case is too small, making it challenging to store the earphones and accessories comfortably.
The price point may be considered high compared to some competitors, despite the impressive performance.
Source and tip dependent, requiring careful matching to achieve the best sound quality.
Treble may come across as slightly subdued for listeners seeking a brighter presentation.
Preface:
I would like to thank @gadgetgod and Kinera for sending this unit as part of the review tour.

You can purchase it from Kinera at the following link (not an...
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Sonic Sleuth

Sonic Sleuth

Head-Fier
For Rose Technics QT-X in Universal Fit
Pros: Clarity and balanced sound profile
Durable, premium materials and ergonomic design
Comprehensive package with RZ-500 dongle DAC, various ear tips and carrying case.
Excellent noise isolation and high sensitivity
Cons: Expensive compared to other IEMs
Limited availability in some regions
Bass may be insufficient for bass enthusiasts
Possible initial discomfort requiring a break-in period
Preface:
I would like to thank @gadgetgod and ConceptKart for sending this unit as part of the review tour.

You can purchase it from ConceptKart at the following link...
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Mataudiophiles

Mataudiophiles

New Head-Fier
For Fosi Audio DS2 (2024 Cirrus Version) in Headphone Amplifiers
Pros: Sound, build quality, power
Cons: Nothing on this price
Mataudiophiles

Mataudiophiles

New Head-Fier
For Celest Relentless in Universal Fit
Pros: Sound,bass, quality, detailed sound
Cons: Little small soundstage
tone.texture.soul

tone.texture.soul

Previously known as Tokpakorlo
For Nightjar Sovereign Symphony IEM Cable in Headphone Cables
Pros: -Sonically flawless
-Incredible dynamics
-Absolutely massive sounding
-Extremely resolving
-Transparent, balanced and musical
-Timbre, realism and texture all summit
-Beautiful hardware
-Realistic, vibrant, and effortlessly technical.
Cons: -Nothing sonically
-Price
-Thick and heavy
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zabiri

zabiri

New Head-Fier
For Simgot EA500 LM in Universal Fit
Summary
The Simgot EA500LM has been getting a lot hype recently, is it actually that good? Lets discuss. If you do not know already the EA500LM is a single dynamic driver iem from Simgot...
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SenyorC

SenyorC

100+ Head-Fier
For Jialai Carat in Universal Fit
Pros: Good build, good aesthetics, decent accessories...
Cons: Driver suffers with subbass, upper ranges can be spicy when tracks are low on bass, not really great performers...
cqtek

cqtek

1000+ Head-Fier
For QKZ x HBB Hades in Universal Fit
Pros: Possibly the most bass-heads oriented IEMS model I have reviewed in this price range.
- Remarkable ergonomics.
Cons: A profile with such a high bass level is a far cry from realistic and natural listening, almost escaping from high fidelity.
- The accessory level is very simple.
- It needs a good power level to work.
Introduction

Again QKZ, 'Quality Know for Zero Defect', again HBB (HawaiiBadBoy from "Bad Guy Good Audio Reviews") and again a special tuning. And the name of the model is...
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PROblemdetected

PROblemdetected

Previously known as sakt1moko
For Letshuoer Cadenza 4 in Universal Fit
Pros: .
Great & technical mid-highs
Capsule material is the future
One of the best scene on the market
Cons: .
Anemic bass, which requires a lot from the listener
Headphone for monitoring, not for enjoying
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cbhere

New Head-Fier
For HIDIZS MP145 in Universal Fit
Pros: Very well tuned
The mids are great and the vocals sound great
Details are very well executed
No planar sibilance or treble issues
Responds well to EQing
Well worth the price
Cons: Overall Size and Nozzle size might be large for some people
The provided pouch could be better
Minor scuffs have started appearing on the metal finish but does not affect sound quality or durability
Context

This review outlines my experience with MP145 after using it for over two months, please note that I am not a professional reviewer so all views expressed are based...
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Well done ! Also, nice pictures !
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baskingshark

baskingshark

Headphoneus Supremus
For Simgot Supermix 4 (1DD + 1BA + 1 Planar + 1 PZT) in Universal Fit
Pros: Comfortable to wear
Above average isolation
Balanced U-shaped profile, quite all-rounder for most music genres
Good technical chops, with imaging, layering and soundstage a highlight
Decent timbre and coherency despite packing a multitude of different driver types
Smooth treble
Transparent midrange
Speedy bass without bleed, good amount of sub-bass rumble
Cons: Dearth of accessories
Very low impedance; this IEM may be fussy to pair source-wise (for sources with high output impedance)
Upper mids may be borderline shouty (more apparent at louder volumes)
Mid-bass could do with better texturing
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BonGoBiLai

BonGoBiLai

100+ Head-Fier
For KEFINE DELCI in Universal Fit
Pros: Lightweight and comfortable

Amazing bass

Good Imaging and separation

Tonal balance

Warm, inoffensive sound signature

Scales with better sources
Cons: Average quality stock tips
About KEFINE

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BonGoBiLai

BonGoBiLai

100+ Head-Fier
For iFi Audio iEMatch Headphone Travel Accessory in Headphone Cables
Pros: Fantastic ergonomics and weight-balancing

Solid build quality

More headroom with beefy amps for easy-to-drive headphones and IEMs

Zero noise, no matter how noisy the source output is

Resolution and dynamics remain fully intact.
Cons: There is none
About iFi
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iFi is among the UK’s finest and has carved quite a nice niche and unique design language for itself. Although...
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o0genesis0o

o0genesis0o

Headphoneus Supremus
For AFUL Explorer in Universal Fit
Pros: + BASS
+ Stereo imaging, particularly depth and layering
+Well implemented L-shaped sound signature
+ Fit and comfort
+ Price
Cons: - The stock cable has too aggressive ear hooks
- A few dB extra around 3-5kHz could improve the articulation and dynamic
If you have ever talked about IEMs with me, you would likely notice two points: (1) I have a soft spot for the IEM manufacturer AFUL, and (2) I constantly refresh the news to wait for the release...
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genclaymore

genclaymore

Headphoneus Supremus
For Hifiman EF499 in Amp/DACs
Pros: Driver-less
Knob to change Gain settings
NOS and OS filter settings
6.3mm and XLR Balance
Doubles as a Headphone Stand
Stand can be removed
RJ45 Ethernet plug
Can be used with a NAS or Mobile to stream over Ethernet
Doesn't feel cheap
Cons: Doesn't comes with USB cable
Couldn't figure out how to do the Streaming function
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The Hifiman EF499, my first Dac/amp from them, I didn’t know what to expect, When I finally got it in my hands and took it out the box, This Dac/amp size surprised me, I...
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jeromeoflaherty

jeromeoflaherty

New Head-Fier
For FX-Audio R07Plus in Amp/DACs
Pros: Lots of clean power
Transparent sound
Balanced and RCA inputs
XLR, 6.5mm and 4.4mm headphones outputs
Internal power supply
Cons: Nothing at this price

A great Headphone Amplifier in the new “Good time” series​

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jeromeoflaherty

jeromeoflaherty

New Head-Fier
For FX Audio DR07 in Amp/DACs
Pros: Fantastic transparent DAC performance
Tons of power for SE headphones and IEMs
Screen and Remote are not extras at this price point
Cons: No Balanced support
Audible 'click' when device goes in 'lock' mode
Small screen only visible on a desk

All the features you would want from a headphone amplifier on a budget​

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Zeka
Zeka
Are there any pops/clips when changing the bit/sample rate or at the beginning of each audio tracks?
jeromeoflaherty
jeromeoflaherty
No not between tracks - I only got them when I paused the music for a few seconds and then started playing music again.
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Pranto Dev

Pranto Dev

New Head-Fier
For Sony IER-M9 In-ear Monitor Headphones in Universal Fit
Pros: Build
fit and comfort
Imaging
Soundstage
Smoothest Treble
Creamy sub bass
decent bass and texture
Cons: Bass Body
Technicalities
air suction (can be avoided using foam tips)
paint chip
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Sony ier m9 is a legendary kilo-buck iem. It doesn't need any introduction.

All the testing were done using
  • Ibasso DX170
  • 4.4mm cable...
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Rsifur9
Rsifur9
classic untill this day 😊😊
Pranto Dev
Pranto Dev
Undoubtedly
Ianbanz

Ianbanz

New Head-Fier
For KZ ZS10 Pro 2 in Universal Fit
Pros: • Excellent Sound Quality (for the price): The ZS10 Pro 2 offers a dynamic sound with detailed highs, clear mids, and a solid bass foundation.
The 4-level tuning switch.

• Spacious Soundstage: The soundstage is wider than average for this price range, creating a good sense of space for the music.

• Good Imaging: Instruments are well separated, making it easy to distinguish individual sounds in a mix.

• Solid Build Quality: The use of decent materials ensures a sturdy and well-made product.

• Comfortable Fit: The common-sized nozzles should fit most ears comfortably.

• Affordable: The ZS10 Pro 2 offers a lot of features and performance for a budget-friendly pri
Cons: • Unoriginal Design: The design lacks originality and follows the mold of many other KZ IEMs.

• Treble Can Be Fatiguing: The bright treble detail can be harsh on some recordings and might be fatiguing for listeners sensitive to bright
sounds.

• Mids Lack Warmth: The mids, while clear, can lack some richness and fullness, especially at lower volumes.

• Bass Lacks Punch: The bass is controlled and doesn't overpower other frequencies, but it might not be enough for those who prefer a
super boomy bass experience.

• Impractical Tuning Switches: While a cool feature, I believe you'll likely settle on a preferred setting and rarely use the switches
again. i have never been a fan of switches.
Specs:

• 10mm Internal Magnetic Dynamic Driver

• Dual 31736 Balanced Armature Drivers (x2)

• Precise 3-Way Crossover Technology

• 4-Level Custom Tuning...
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Redcarmoose
@Ianbanz,
A perfect interpretation of how the Pro 2 is. I could not have said it better.
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Ianbanz
Ianbanz
Thank you! 🤟
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