I primarily listen to vocal trance and other electronic music. I really loved the comfort of the Sony MDR-1R, but after going through multiple replacements due to build quality issues (creaks and jack rattle), I'm finding there are shockingly few full-sized alternatives that even come close with...

As the title stated, I just joined this forum today and wish to greet you guys here! In the same time, I don't think I have much experiences in this field so I might be a little annoying for asking a lot of thing which I don't know >. As a matter of fact, which can be skipped to next paragraph...

I'm kinda new to here, so if possible, please don't use technical terms .... Thanks in advance        I've been trying to buy a new headphone for my new phone (which I haven't bought yet, but probably it will be the Xperia Z), and I was stuck between the in-ear earphone XBA-40 or the...

Hi, I just bought a ibasso dx90 and decided to get a new pair of headphones. I bought the senhiser hd-700 and I also have my trustworthy Shure se535. What do you recommend? They seem quite the same just the xba-h3 is new... Thanks

Hi guys, Sorry if this doesn't belong here but I purchased the Sony XBA 40ip and after 7 months they died on me. Since they are only available in Japan I called the US warranty service center in the US and they told me to send them to Texas for warranty, since then they have completely lost my...

Well, after saving up and making up my mind I went for the Sony Xba 40, and I'm pretty excited since they'll be my first pair of iems. Something that no reviewer seemed to mention is that the impedance is not the same as the xba 4, while the xba 4 has a nominal impedance of 8 Ohm the xba 40 has...

Hi everyone,   I purchased a pair of XBA40s after using IE8/80s for a few years. I like the overall sound but I just CAN'T get them to seal my ear canal properly. As a reference I used to use the smallest double-flange tips on the IE80s that were a perfect seal.    I think the problem...

I've bought some Sony xba-40's from japan last week, still waiting for them to pass customs, can someone give me some pointers as to spot if they are fake or not, preferably with some pictures.   It was via amazon.co.uk for £152 from samurai markt, no e in market.

Hello,   I recently returned the XB-90EX, which had an amazing bass but so so sound quality, and then purchased the XBA-40 from amazon.   However, now I got them and they sound good but not what I expected for a $235 headphones.   I think it is because of my phone, Galaxy Note 1 N7000, so...

Hi there folks. I've got a pretty hefty IEM shopping list and I was hoping that you could help me trim it a bit. (I started reading reviews, impressions, etc. around 4 months in advance and I wasn't able to decide yet T.T) Prime source is a 5th Gen iPod Touch.   From Japan Zero Audio ZH-BX700...

So guys I'm looking for bass heavy IEMs specifically for Urban music i.e Hip Hop, DnB. I've narrowed it down to these two and I'm wondering what everyone's impression is.   Just to add, when it comes to IEMs, bass and soundstage are really important to me. So if you have any other...

Need suggestions please.. Will be using as an OTG eims for daily commuting.. Hope you can help me guys.. Thanks! Source: iPod 5.5 gen (U2 edition) not rockbox Amp/Dac : jds labs C5D Those are my equipment.. I want something that will sound good even without the DAC/amp..but then also a very...

Hi guys, in strongly considering buying a pair of XBA-40s. What are people's thoughts on the sound signature? I'll probably be purchasing from eBay to the UK which will be less hassle than Amazon.JP does anyone have experience of importing from Japan and can offer any comments on import tax...

Hey guys, so I've gotten a lot of use out of my Westome UM2s and am ready to upgrade. I'm looking for some IEMs that deliver deep bass that hits hard but doesnt take over the music (ya know, like the b word). I can sacrifice some mids, but trebles and highs would be ideal to keep (I listen to...

Which one should I ask for from my wife? The XBA 4ip has good isolation, good separation and layering from instruments, but is not very neutral. My music stock is pop, rock and dance.   The EX-1000 is neutral, softer and more realistic with the bass and the midrange. Treble is brighter.  ...

  XBA-4 Review vs Sony MDR-EX1000: Two Flagships Pass in the Night   April 2013 EDIT: Updated with notes on the 7550 and XBA-40! See post #3   Introduction: It’s A Sony!   This review is a rather lengthy comparison of two Sony flagship in-ear monitors: the MDR-EX1000 vs the XBA-4...

Hi, I recently broke my GR07's and am now looking for a new pair of IEM's. The GR07's were great but not practical at all.    I like earphones with good bass, so factoring that in, which earphones should i be looking at?   I wanted a pair of TF10's as i've heard them before but i can't find...

Hi, Just got my comply TX-200 (large) but OMG they make the XBA 40 sound like $20 dollar phones :( Tried a lot, but no, sounds stays horrible. Earlier tried Comply on TDK BA200 and this worked quite well... Wasted 28 usd (ex shipping)? What do i do wrong?

Just purchased a pair of xba-40's and I wondering how well they fit into the ears with their back to front way of insertion compared to other iems, like the cable failing se530's.

I just lost my Fischer Audio Eterna V2 because some ****** decided to snip them away. Now i want to buy myself a nice pair of earphones. I have seen reviews on the Sony XBA 40 and Shure 535 LTD Red and can't help deciding between the 2. I have very limited experience about earphones so I hope...