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Total IEM newb: daily-driver bangers under $160-200? (you guessed it, with tons of bass...)
TLDR; reccs for comfy, bass-heavy IEMs that are not planar and not the Ikko OH10, pref. max $160-170ish... Hi guys! As per the title, IEM newb here, not a hi-fi quality listener, don't grasp most of jargon used here. Have only worn basic wired earbuds (Sennheiser/1More), then found out IEMs...- terramia
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- iem iem advice
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Is it okay to wear the cable straight down with IEM's instead of behind the ears?
I want to know if it is ok to do that, or instead, doing that isn't recommendable, your opinion matters a lot to me because I'm trying to decide buying new headphones, and I really want one that is an IEM but I find problems with the conventional way of wearing them as it is uncomfortable for...- eternalarisen
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- iem iemcable inear
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Monarch Mk2 vs Campfire Andromeda (V2) (before 2020)
So I bought a pair of Campfire Andromedas in 2018 and really enjoy them but was wondering whether I should sell them and upgrade to a used pair of Monarch Mk2. A reason for this may be because I used crinacle's tier list back then where the Andromeda was one of the best IEMS but has dropped, and...- energeon
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- andromeda iem monarch mk2
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Anyone interested in an amateur 10-way cheap chi-fi IEM shootout/review?
Long story short I was drunk and ordered 10 highly rated <100$ chi-fi IEMs (long story). I don't intend to return them, so I was planning on opening one every few days and cataloguing my thoughts as I went for my own purposes. I have 0 experience or expertise and the review would be purposefully...- kneelthepetal
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- chi-fi iem question
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Sony XBA-A3 first impressions - The "open-back" floorshaker
Hello everyone, today I've bought my second pair of IEM's, these beautiful Sony XBA-A3 from a local seller for $200, and I'm going to share my first impressions with you all! :D Release date: September 2014; MSRP - $500, anywhere from $150-$220 today. The Sony XBA-A3 is XBA-H3's successor...- sabjn
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- iem sony sony xba sony xba a3
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Questions I have as a newbie about 4.4mm cables.
I've read a little bit about 4.4mm but I had some specific questions that I hope one of the many experts here could help me with. What does 'balanced audio' mean? Does it split the signal from the source evenly between each core in a cable or is it something else? Does a source need to be...- Grom781
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- 4.4mm cable iem iem 4.4 new member
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Tahsin Sevgel Audio Devices Model2
"Often when a door closes.. another one opens." This is a continuation to the thread Warbler Audio's Prelude CIEM - a labor of love - the long awaited interlude to the single BA driver special to some of our hearts ☺ Dedicated to music and midrange lovers alike, this Model2 is made finally...- ranfan
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- ciem custom iem model2 monitor prelude tsad warbler
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Sony XBA-A3 worth it if I already have IE 200?
Hey everyone, new guy here :D IE 200 we're my first pair of iem's after my first pair of headphones (HD560S) and I'm loving them, and the a3's ($150-$200) caught my attention being fairly cheap and having a dynamic driver along two BA drivers which is pretty impressive, a3 is also Z5's ($500)...- sabjn
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- iem in-ear sennheiser ie 200 sony xba a3
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Linsoul x HBB Jupiter
Tribrid IEM Linsoul x HBB Jupiter is a next-generation Tribrid IEM, powered by ZiiGaat, offering extreme technicality, a powerful yet controlled bass, and a premium detachable cable for an immersive listening experience. Innovative Driver Configuration The Jupiter tackles the conflict between...- Jaytiss
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- iem
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Eletech Azrael
'Azrael' is designed with a completely fresh philosophy from ground up and offers highly defined clarity levels, a perfect tinge of warmth with layered vocals solvency. It's unique geometry combined with a high purity conductor, enables the “Azrael” to offer deep and airy staging without losing...- grumpy213
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- cable eletech eletech azrael iem virtues
- Reviews: 1
- Category: Headphone Cables
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Looking for competitive FPS IEMs
Hi! Looking for a good IEM which I could use for competitive FPS gaming. I've recently tried in ears and found that I hear positional audio much better with them compared to over ear headphones. Looking for: -Priority is accurate imaging (don't care too much about soundstage) -Speed (fast and...- kaudio356
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- gaming gaming iem iem iem recommendation
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Audio Engineering Thread - Introduce Topics to discuss furthermore
The main aim of this group is to discuss the Scientific aspects of the hobby to a newbie. Anything science/engineering related, from Clocks in DAC to Feedback Loops in AMP, from Impedance Curve of transducers to Downsampling Methods: every discussion is welcomed here.- Argha
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- acoustic amp audio dac engineering headphone iem speakers
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- Forum: Sound Science
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CCZ BC04
CCZ BC04 A new upgrade 10MM CNTD dynamic driver was developed. Carbon nanotubes are graphite-like arranged polymer carbon fiber clusters. With its unique structure and excellent mechanical properties, it provides excellent dynamic range and powerful low frequency response as the earphone's... -
INTUAURA Splendor II IEM
SPECIFICATIONS Brand INTUAURA Model Name Splendor Product Name INTUAURA Splendor IEM Frequency Response Range 5Hz-50kHz (Free Field) Effective Frequeny Response Range 20Hz-20kHz (IEC60318-4) DC Impedance 18.5Ω(土5%) Senstivity 125dB/Vrms @ 1kHz(3dB) Total Harmonic Distortion <0.05% @1kHz Plug... -
Replacement MMCX cable for Final E4000
Just as the title suggests I'm looking for a mmcx cable for final E4000. please don't recommend anything expensive 200$ or less is best.- Art3misxo
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- iem mmcx cable reccomendations
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Astell&Kern NOVUS IEM collab with Empire Ears
NOVUS In-Ear Monitor NOVUS becomes the second Astell&Kern collaboration with IEM manufacturer Empire Ears. Astell&Kern is always challenging the possibilities of infinite sound and striving for the purest sound imaginable. Empire Ears is an uncompromising and prestigious manufacturer of IEMs...- JasonNYC
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- astell&kern empire ears iem in-ear monitor novus
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Kinera Celest Pandamon 2.0
Kinera Celest Pandamon 2.0- baskingshark
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- celest iem kinera square planar universal
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Looking to upgrade from Zero Reds up to a soft limit of 250 usd
I really like the full sound of the Reds, currently looking at: 7hz Legato, Simgot EM6L, Binary Chopin, TANGZU x HBB Wu Heyday Edition, Kiwiears Quintet, Also, I use iems on the go, would love some up to 100 usd USB C amps suitable for phones, currently i use the apple dongle and I do...- Gazda
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- iem
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Is there a budget audio interface suited for IEMs?
Hello, I've been looking into getting a new audio interface. Half the time I'm wearing IEMs and wanted my interface to have a low output impedance and zero noise when plugging them in. I only run a XLR mic thorugh it so I wouldn't need many input ports, but I do need a monitoring mix knob...- Raehi
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- iem interface ohm
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Letshuoer Cadenza 4
Letshuoer Cadenza 4- baskingshark
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- 2-pin beryllium hybrid iem knowles letshuoer modular cable sonion universal
- Reviews: 12
- Category: Universal Fit
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Choosing IEMs
Hello I really want to get int to good IEMs and i feel like the spring sale is the best time. :) I choosed a few IEMs but any recomendation will be appreciated. :) I mainly like neutral or bright, sparkly sound profile not very bass heavy, i like a wide stage and good clarity. I mainly listen...- username643827
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- iem iems
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Using generic Pentaconn 4.4 connector, is it harmful over time?
Hello, I have been using cables and adapters that have a Pentaconn 4.4 connector and that are generic created by other companies. I am using it with my WM1A/Z and other Dac equipment that I have had for a few years. But I don't know if it would be harmful if I use them frequently, could the...- RockLee
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- 4.4 adapters balanced cables effect audio iem pentaconn pw audio wm1a wm1z
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- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Earphones
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Earphones $299.95 Learn More Take it to the next level: With MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 from Sennheiser, you can experience the new benchmark for incredible wireless audio that let you step into the future. Immerse yourself in thrilling audio, that’s tuned to...- MoonAudio
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- iem moon audio sennheiser sennheiser momentum true wireless 4
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My moondrop Chus are noticeably louder on the right, is there any fix or should I refund?
I bought them around a month and a half ago and they were great until I noticed this happening. Is there a way to fix this? I've tested it on multiple devices and I'm certain that it's the IEMs that are causing this. Should I contact Amazon or Moondrop directly in the case of a refund? Thanks!!!- Lujeca
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- error help iem moondrop chu
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Zhulinniao Qing Luan Z4
Features: - All metal body - Chinoiserie design intention - High performance driver unit - Diamond like diaphragm - Patented acoustic shell structure - Interchangeable tuning nozzle - High purity copper silver plated cable - 0.78 dual pin interface - High freaking quality microphone peepo -...- kapsontong
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- 1dd dynamic driver iem in ear monitor qingluan zhulinniao zhulinniao qing luan
- Reviews: 2
- Category: In-Ear