[Aursqa]

Hi.
 
I've been searching for new IEMs, neutral, sturdy, w/ good isolation, and my choice has been narrowed down to these :
 
Etymotic HF5 and Hifiman RE-ZERO.
 
I can get each one for the same price (~90 euros)
 
I can't really decide despite reading several reviews. What would you advice ?

 

[delusionist]

Hi.

I've been searching for new IEMs, neutral, sturdy, w/ good isolation, and my choice has been narrowed down to these :

Etymotic HF5 and Hifiman RE-ZERO.

I can get each two for the same price (~90 euros)

I can't really decide despite reading several reviews. What would you advice ?

Etymotic hf5

It beats the RE-ZERO in SQ, isolation and build quality. This is my opinion.

 

[AstroTurf]

I'll cast my vote for the...

Etymotic HF5 also.

Enjoy your new phones, no matter which you choose.

Jim

 

[Emospence]

+1 for HF5

 

[tinyman392]

In my honest opinion, I think the RE0 has better SQ than the HF5.  It had better bass extension and texture as well as a more controlled high end when I tested directly.  My RE0s have since then broken (so no more direct comparisons ). 
 
That said, my vote still goes towards the HF5 for better build quality. 

 

[Aursqa]

Alright, HF5 are on their way. 

 
Thanks for your opinions. 

 

[Emospence]

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Alright, HF5 are on their way. 

 
Thanks for your opinions. 

Woohoo!! Hope you like them 

 

[AstroTurf]

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Alright, HF5 are on their way. 

 
Thanks for your opinions. 

Great Choice...
 
Congrats, Jim