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My 3-D printable MX-500 models are now on Makerworld for anyone to play around with: https://makerworld.com/en/models/1374701-zf-500-flathead-earbud-shell-mx500-copy#profileId-1422082

I'm posting this here and in the DIY thread: My 3-D printable MX-500 models are now on Makerworld for anyone to play around with: https://makerworld.com/en/models/1374701-zf-500-flathead-earbud-shell-mx500-copy#profileId-1422082

I took inspiration from the recent trend of IEMs that come with preset DSP cables and bought a dongle specifically for my Smabat M5 (ST10s drivers) that's been collecting dust. It's a JCally JM12 flashed with FIIO JA11 firmware and then EQ'd the bass by +5dB and 2.2kHz ice-pick by -10dB...

Quick build with blue basic/foster drivers that I had lying around with just y2 paper on the driver for tuning. These drivers aren't known for their bass but in this shell they outdo the Yincrow X6 in all but the lowest frequencies. I'll have to order some more drivers and play around with the...

Been working on a new shell design cramming the biggest bass tube I could in a reasonably sized shell. Took a few attempts but I finally got a successful print.

If anyone feels like 3D printing some MX500 variants, I've updated my models here: https://www.printables.com/model/879815-zf-500-flathead-earbud-shell Versions include: Standard Rivet mod Bass port Big-ass Bass port

I may have missed the discussion but is there any difference between the 120Ω and 150Ω bery drivers?

Trying to get back into headphone/earbud building and curious, what kind of set-up does everyone have? I'm thinking of upgrading from my crappy £15-Amazon-special that I got like 10 years ago but can't decide whether to get a Pinecil or invest in something like a Aifen A9 . Also should probably...

I know a few people who have attempted planar buds but AFAIK nobody's developing one at the moment. Consensus seems to be that it's impossible to get bass out of them rather than the size of the driver being an issue.

Slightly off-topic, but for those that 3D print, what printer do you use? I bought an Ender S1 Pro last year and I've upgraded it with Klipper and tinkered with it but still couldn't get a consistent, reliable print on the first attempt. I'm getting tempted to go for a Bambu A1 and be done with it.

Thanks. I'm familiar with metals (mechanical engineer by profession) but i guess you can't always trust what's on the spec sheet on Aliexpress haha. Will have to hunt around for a trustworthy local supplier.

Where do you guys source your screws from? I tried some M3 self-tappers from Aliexpress and the just snapped if I put even a medium amount of torque on them.

The T2000 seems like it's the only IEM that's both wireless and wired. I'm not sure you can classify TWS IEMs as bullet or non-bullet as they have no cables at all. Could you clarify what it is you're looking for?

What BAs do Etymotics use?

I've updated the title to hopefully elicit more discussion. I'm a bit of a budget audiophile so sadly I haven't experienced a lot of these to offer my own opinions on them :/ These have been tempting me for ages, they regularly go for like on sale as well and I'm sure I've seen them dip below...