[nuxos]

Hello, I need help to upgrade my current setup.
 
My DAP : Ibasso DX 90
 
My iem : Heir Audio 4.ai
 
My headphone : Sennheiser Momentum 
 
My use : I take the train (and the bus) every day,  I need a good isolation and a solid cable 
 
My kind of sound : Warm, laid back, detailled, treble roll off (non fatiguing sound), a little boost on bass is nice too, I am not a fan of V signature (with middle recessed) 
 
What I listen : mainly classic rock, hard rock,jazz 
 
My budget : 500€ max
 
Here a few iem/ portable headphone I spotted :
 
-Oppo PM3 
 
-Westone W40
 
-Fidue A83 
 
What I want is obviously an upgrade, or at least discover a sound that match the best my tastes. I will probably sell my Momentum and my 4.ai after the upgrade 
 
Should I go for a pair of custom iem? Because I can mold mine for 300€ but don't know if it worth as a real upgrade ... 
 
If you have other suggestions...
 
Thanks

 

[Beyakusenn]

CIEMs can be a good upgrade, but I don't know much about those.
 
For over-the ear headphones I recommend the Denon AH-MM400 because it shares the top spot with the OPPO PM-3 on audio quality for it's price, while having the warmer tonality of the 2. The PM-3 might be a bit too neutral for your tastes, certainly in a noisy environment.

 

[nuxos]

I read many reviews of the Oppo PM-3, and it seems to be a warm but still balanced sound