DL200 has the latest ESS9039Q2M chip and BT LDAC

Thanks for the link. Your description clears a lot of questions.

+1 for this. I couldn't find the impedance and sensitivity for these. Can someone please point me to that info?

I have both switches set to off for my preference As @samandhi mentioned, you have it backwards

I'm planning to get a 2.5mm balanced cable to run these balanced from the Qudelix. Can you please post a link to the cable? Also, I'm planning to get a planar iem as I have none at the moment. For folks who have heard the Hidizs MP145, would it be a better complement to the Bridge?

Yes it is

Talk about being under-rated... Been using this combo for a short while now and I can't believe the value proposition they have for under $250 combined! The treble on the Raptgo Bridge is something special and cannot be explained, only experienced :) Maybe I'll do a full review soon. The...

Update: Goddamn good IEMS!! I've been listening to these for a few days now and the I really like the way it handles bass (minimal to no bleed into the lower mids) and treble (weird yet addicting). Implementation is spot on and it is suitable for a variety of genres without changing filters...

I was looking into this: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256803750057527.html?spm=a2g0n.shopcart.0.0.230a38daNQmGA0&mp=1&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa Apart from BT5.3 and LDAC, it also says aptx Lossless! Also call quality should also be good as per claims Anyone tried something similar?

Anyone here has used the Oppo Enco X2, and similar TWS buds? If so, are there options from Soundpeats/Anker that match the fidelity of the Oppo? I currently have the X2 and they are excellent for all genres of music and convenient to take calls at the same time. I'm looking for another pair of...

Thank you @samandhi and @Surf Monkey for the suggestion. Will post my impressions soon.

After going through this thread, I pulled the trigger on the bridge and expecting them in about 3 weeks time.. Are they good to listen to with default tips and cable or needs swapping? Also, can they be run off of 3.5mm via qudelix?

Curious to know how the customized sound is any different from the Goldensound profiles created for Oneplus buds pro 2/Oppo enco x2?

Thanks again @mbwilson111, @Jon995 and @HipHopScribe for the tips. I now have the comfort of pillows on my ears I'm now noticing that the headband is also wearing out quickly due to frequent use of the headphones. Is there a way to remove the original and replace with a better one?

Understood. Thank you.

Have ordered the geekria velour pads and awaiting delivery. Should I pry off the pad mounting plate or pull just the pad from the plate?

Thank you @mbwilson111 and @Jon995 . I'll try using a spudger. I saw that slater recommended the beats studio replacement pads if we wanted the original sound. Would these work? Wicked Cushions Ear Pads for Beats Studio 3 - Also fits Beats Studio Pro & Studio 2 (Models B0501 / B0500) |...

Just curious.. Are the stock ones (which feel the most rugged) bad in any way?

Thank you.. I remember following his mod thread few years ago, but I didn't pursue any and forgot about this long ago. This is what he said when someone asked him how to remove the stock pads!! I'm still unclear and kinda skeptical to proceed as I might damage the earcups..

Has anyone swapped pads on these? Mine are wearing out and I would love to get something that improves the comfort (and sound quality too?)

Thank you for suggesting the Raptgo Bridge. Considering that they're $70 or so less than these, how close are they to the Quintets in terms of overall performance? I was told that the Bridge is open back. If so, how come it has better bass compared to the Quintet which is closed back?

Any links to read more on that is appreciated

Thank you very much. Will consider these if and when I bite the bullet.

From your collection, which iem is comfortable on small ears, easy to drive, and can outperform the Tin T4s?

Back to quintet, for sure! I want it to work with my ears.. what tips (pun intended) do you have for me so that I can use them for at least an hour without hurting my ears?