Multi-IEM Review - 352 IEMs compared (Pump Audio Earphones added 04/03/16 p. 1106)
Mar 28, 2014 at 7:00 AM Post #13,306 of 16,931
Hi Joker,
 
If you've by chance listened to AKG's K550, what would you say is a similar sounding pair of IEM's?
Under around 50-60; I know I won't get the same quality in this budget, but something similar sounding (neutral sound I believe?).
Want to use them for running and such.
 
Mar 28, 2014 at 8:38 AM Post #13,307 of 16,931
[COLOR=454545]Yeah I got your meaning. The Dunu is better but also has a different sound signature – in terms of signature I felt like the A63 came closer to what you were requesting. The RE-400 is also different from those two - more like the A63 in terms of midrange-treble balance but less bassy than both the Fidue and the Dunu.  [/COLOR]


Thanks, ljokerl. Much appreciated. I think I'll probably try the Fidue at this point, then. Kind of sounds like it is a middle ground between the other two in terms of sound signature. I think I'd like to go for something less V-shaped than I normally do because I find myself desiring more mids these days, as long as there aren't any peaks. Perhaps I will try the Dunu later down the road.
 
Mar 29, 2014 at 1:19 AM Post #13,308 of 16,931
  Hi Joker,
 
If you've by chance listened to AKG's K550, what would you say is a similar sounding pair of IEM's?
Under around 50-60; I know I won't get the same quality in this budget, but something similar sounding (neutral sound I believe?).
Want to use them for running and such.

 
I do have a K550. My recommendation for sound would be the VSonic VC02 but I don't think it's particularly well-suited for running. Maybe if you glue the detachable cables in place it would be alright. Other than that, the LG Quadbeat F420 would be a decent option, or the Ety MC5 if you're willing to live with less bass impact. None of these are designed for running and I'm not sure how the sweat resistance will be in the long run.
 
Thanks, ljokerl. Much appreciated. I think I'll probably try the Fidue at this point, then. Kind of sounds like it is a middle ground between the other two in terms of sound signature. I think I'd like to go for something less V-shaped than I normally do because I find myself desiring more mids these days, as long as there aren't any peaks. Perhaps I will try the Dunu later down the road.

 
Hope you enjoy the A63! 
 
Mar 29, 2014 at 5:12 AM Post #13,309 of 16,931
Any plan to review Ostry KC06 Joker? 
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Mar 29, 2014 at 6:16 AM Post #13,310 of 16,931
   
I do have a K550. My recommendation for sound would be the VSonic VC02 but I don't think it's particularly well-suited for running. Maybe if you glue the detachable cables in place it would be alright. Other than that, the LG Quadbeat F420 would be a decent option, or the Ety MC5 if you're willing to live with less bass impact. None of these are designed for running and I'm not sure how the sweat resistance will be in the long run.
 
 
Hope you enjoy the A63! 

Thank you very much  ljokerl!
 
Mar 29, 2014 at 5:13 PM Post #13,311 of 16,931
Mar 30, 2014 at 12:44 AM Post #13,313 of 16,931
  what are you currently working on ? 
i see you have posted the tpos tank review. 

 
Currently the Ocharaku/Olasonic Flat-4 Nami 
 
Mar 30, 2014 at 3:08 PM Post #13,315 of 16,931
Speaking of the AT IEMs, there's a lot of new interesting IEMs from audio-technica, like the CK100pro and of course the IM series. Hopefully Joker will get to them in due time, but between his full schedule and the relative scarcity of these new IEMs outside of Japan I'm not sure how hopeful we can be about the chances of these IEMs getting reviewed. Fingers crossed!
 
Mar 30, 2014 at 4:19 PM Post #13,316 of 16,931
Definitely curious about the current crop of AT IEMs. Just need to finish up with the CKX5iS before tackling any more. 
 
Mar 30, 2014 at 9:44 PM Post #13,319 of 16,931
I just recently purchased the Creative Aurvana In Ear 3 as a shot in the dark, but I'm finding them too mid forward for my tastes.  Any recommendations that have a bit more bass, less forward mids, and around the same highs for $30-$100?  Maybe something that sounds similar to the Sennheiser PX-100, if anyone has that to compare to.
 
I listen to mostly ska punk/punk rock and various rock/metal, so I guess something balanced to warm/mildly v shaped would be good.  But I do know I don't like harsh and/or fatiguing highs.
 
I'm currently eyeing these, Etymotic MC5, HiFiMan Re-400, Vsonic GR06, Shure SE215, Brainwavz M5, but am unsure which direction to try next.
 

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