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Need Warmth and Detail - but no Sizzle

post #1 of 14
1/7/12 at 6:26am
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Hello all and thank you all for this great forum.

 

I suffer from Tinnitus in my right ear, and as a result also developed an extreme sensitivity to high frequencies (hyperacusis).

 

I have Monster Turbines but am tired of the lack of detail and sloppy bass - I need a change for the better.

 

Just tried the Atrio M5 MG7 Pro - Great bass but has a pushed back mid-range, and the high end is too bright and forward for me. I tried to EQ my Rockboxed Fuze the best I could to no avail. Going up for sale...

 

 

What can I try next that is WARM, tight bass and forward mid-range, but without the high-end bright sizzle? The cymbals are killing me!

 

My range is under $200.

 

 

Thanks again

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post #2 of 14
1/7/12 at 9:15am

Shure SE215 perhaps? I can't remember how they sounded but you can always play with EQ to bring down the higher frequencies.


Edited by RealSlimSeto - 1/7/12 at 11:20pm
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post #3 of 14
1/7/12 at 9:29am
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Originally Posted by RealSlimSeto View Post

Shure SE215 perhaps? I can't remember how they sounded but you can always play with EQ to bring down the lower frequencies.



x2, eq the bass down a touch, and you will have some killers.

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post #4 of 14
1/7/12 at 9:32am

It sounds like you're looking for the Vsonic GR07. Check out some reviews on those as I haven't had the chance to listen to them.

 

There are also the IE8 if you can find those under $200. The price has really inflated on the FS forums recently...

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post #5 of 14
1/7/12 at 9:36am
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Originally Posted by mastershake2393 View Post

It sounds like you're looking for the Vsonic GR07. Check out some reviews on those as I haven't had the chance to listen to them.

 



I'm not sure if the GR07 is right for him. Look into the RE262 or the TDK BA100.

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post #6 of 14
1/7/12 at 9:38am
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Originally Posted by RealSlimSeto View Post

Shure SE215 perhaps? I can't remember how they sounded but you can always play with EQ to bring down the lower frequencies.



That's actually not a bad call. 

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post #7 of 14
1/7/12 at 9:50am
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Originally Posted by eke2k6 View Post



I'm not sure if the GR07 is right for him. Look into the RE262 or the TDK BA100.


Ah, you're right. 

 

+1 for the RE262. Had a small audition with them and cannot recommend them highly enough if you're looking for some excellent mids. 

 

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post #8 of 14
1/7/12 at 9:57am

I second the RE262 for you. They have quickly become my favorite universal IEM (to my surprise!),.. I have them in my ears now, and once they get in I don't want to take them out.

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post #9 of 14
1/7/12 at 10:30am

Yamaha EPH100, they have slightly recessed treble, but keep all the detail and have a lovely warmth and timbre.

 

Also the mids are pretty forward, they're a joy to listen to.


Edited by Huxley - 1/7/12 at 10:31am
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post #10 of 14
1/7/12 at 11:22am
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Originally Posted by Huxley View Post

Yamaha EPH100, they have slightly recessed treble, but keep all the detail and have a lovely warmth and timbre.

 

Also the mids are pretty forward, they're a joy to listen to.

I wouldn't say treble are recessed, they're just ok, not forward.

 

It fits the OP's needs though, no sibilence, no dryness and a nice pricetag.
 

 

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post #11 of 14
1/7/12 at 11:29am
Thread Starter 

Great guys, thanks.

 

It looks like it's between the RE262, SE215, and Yamaha EPH100. What is an X2?

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post #12 of 14
1/7/12 at 11:45am

262 , hands down.

 

especially if you don't want harsh highs and great warmth , for 150$ this is a no-brainer.

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post #13 of 14
1/7/12 at 12:01pm
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Originally Posted by ace5000 View Post

Great guys, thanks.

 

It looks like it's between the RE262, SE215, and Yamaha EPH100. What is an X2?



He's just seconding the other guy's opinion.

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post #14 of 14
1/7/12 at 12:25pm

Yeah your right, certainly suit what he is after mind.
 

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Originally Posted by tienbasse View Post

I wouldn't say treble are recessed, they're just ok, not forward.

 

It fits the OP's needs though, no sibilence, no dryness and a nice pricetag.
 

 



 


Edited by Huxley - 1/7/12 at 12:27pm
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