Simgot EW200

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Hegel90

New Head-Fier
Simgot EW200 - Harman Bright
Pros: - Very good technicalities for the price
- Bright Harman signature
- Forward female vocals (subjective)
Cons: - Fingerprint magnet
- Easily scratched
- Meh eartips (rolling eartips)
- A bit peaky for treble sensitive people
Disclaimer :
I got this unit by my own purchase and this review is not affiliated by Simgot nor paid by anyone or anyway.


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Simgot EW200 is one of the iem product from Simgot, it has some design similarities to Simgot EW100P, though it has metal build that looks sturdy. It comes with 3 pairs of standard silicone eartips, a pouch and 2 pin cable.

I used Penon Liqueur eartips for the review, as the stock eartips are not comfortable for me.


Gears used :
- Poco F5
- Fiio KA17
- Ve Abigail


Songs tested :

- Lindsey Stirling + Otto Knows + Alex Aris - Dying For You

- Charlie Puth - We Don't Talk Anymore (feat. Selena Gomez)

- Hailee Steinfeld - Love Myself

- Paramore: crushcrushcrush

- Derek Hough - Kairos Ft. Lindsey Stirling

- Adele - Hello / Lacrimosa (Mozart) – The Piano Guys

- Paramore: Hard Times

- Auli'i Cravalho - How Far I'll Go

- Clean Bandit - Rockabye

- Raleigh Ritchie - Stronger Than Ever



The Sound :


Bass :
It has sub bass emphasis over mid bass. The bass itself is tight and fast. Mid bass is enought to give the texture and depth for vocals and instruments. Basshead should avoid this.


Mids : Female vocals are forward and a little bit thin, the same with male vocals only less forward. Female vocals sound so energetic and sparkly. It's quite natural to me. String instruments like cello, violin and guitar are behind the vocals.


Treble : Treble is bright and has very good detail retrieval and well extended, treblehead will definitely love this. On high pitched instruments like cymbals have good impact and decay. But some people maybe find it a bit peaky or dry.


Soundstage : Staging is wide but not tall and lacks depth, it feels like 2D sound for me.


Imaging and separation : I could easily pinpoint the location of each instrument and the vocals have good layering. The technicalities is very good for the price.


Conclusions :

If you are looking for some bright harman or neutral bright iem. then this is for you. Bassheads should look elsewhere.

MetehanMinatozaki

New Head-Fier
A classic Simgot.
Pros: -Great detail production
-Decent resolution
-Good bass dynamics
-Good transients
-Very good build quality
-Pretty good ergonomics
Cons: -Too much treble (too bright)
-A bit narrow soundstage
-Imaging is a bit too flat
-Midrange is not the best, but not bad at all.
Accessories

ew200 comes with a cable, eartips and IEM itself. Pretty simple and standard packaging. Nothing special.

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Build
ew200 is fully made out of metal and comes with a normal, average quality Simgot cable. Decent build quality.

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Equipments used for this review

Simgot Ew200 Maze, Tanchjim Space Lite, Moondrop CDSP, Hiby R4, CX31993 Dongle

Sound-Tonality and Technicalities

I think the best 30-40 dollar IEM is the Simgot ew200. It comes with a clean midrange presentation (a bit recessed but it's alright) Dynamic and fast bass for the price, great transients and it has a detailed, sparkly but shouty and sometimes being really too much. Upper mids have too much energy and it bothers the listener sometimes. Detail production is great and resolution is pretty decent for the price. Soundstage is a bit narrow and the imaging is below average for my taste. But overall, ew200 is a really really good choice for 40 dollars!

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Conclusion

Umm not much to say i guess, this is a great budget IEM and worth every penny i think. You should give it a try. But… if you don’t like too much upper mid energy and bright treble range…. Especially if you don’t like harman IEM’s do not buy the ew200 because this is almost a real harman target IEM.

InfiniteJester

Head-Fier
The most affordable excellence.
Pros: Clear. Accurate. Effortless.
Good soundstage.
Almost perfect timbre.
Aesthetically pleasing.
Comfortable.
Cons: Needs the most tiny touch of EQ to become truly remarkable.
Driver flex with some (non-custom) tips.
Introduction:
In the realm of audiophilia—a pursuit often driven by the allure of new technology, unique aesthetics, and the thrill of the novel—finding a piece of equipment that marries classic excellence with affordability can seem quixotic. As I delved into the exploration of IEMs, my criteria were stringent: uncover the finest auditory experience at the lowest conceivable price point. After testing an extensive array of budget-friendly models touted across various platforms, the EW200s have triumphantly ended my search.

Personal Bias:
I approach reviews with a philosophy rooted in appreciation; I choose to evaluate products that resonate with me; because, as an artist, I recognize the immense challenge inherent in creation. My focus is on constructive critique and celebrating innovation and excellence. I will only review products that I enjoy.

Pros:
1. Clarity and Precision: The EW200s offer an impeccable audio clarity that makes each note distinct and vibrant, ensuring an effortless listening experience. Every instrument sounds as it should; you won't hear plastic winds or bloomy pianos with this set, as you would with other cheap products.
2. Soundstage: They project a good soundstage that extends beyond the confines of one's cranial boundaries, a rare feat in this price bracket. It is not an extraordinary soundstage, and the image has a minor tendency to divide into three blobs; still, it surpases the competition with ease, although it cannot compete with more expensive models.
3. Timbre: The timbre of the EW200s is nearly flawless, capturing the true essence and color of instruments with astonishing accuracy. The sparkle is a little bit accentuated, nonetheless; without EQ, they are not completely devoid of certain tendency to sibilance with bright music.
4. Aesthetics: These IEMs are not only sonically pleasing but also visually appealing, boasting a design that is both elegant and understated. It is kind of sad that my own pic doesn't make them justice.
5. Comfort: With their ergonomic design, the EW200s provide comfort that allows for prolonged use without discomfort, making them ideal for extensive listening sessions.
6. Layering and separation: Really good for a single dynamic driver. But, in my opinion, still behind what (much more expensive) good hybrids and planars can achieve.

Cons:
1. Equalization: To unlock their full potential, the EW200s benefit from a slight equalization adjustment. This minor tweak elevates their performance from excellent to extraordinary. I prefer USoundV1V over HarmanIE2019v2, this set follows more closely the second than the first.
2. Driver Flex: Some users may experience driver flex when using certain ear tips, which, while not detrimental to the sound quality, can be a minor inconvenience.

Conclusion:
Priced at just €31.40, the EW200s stand uncontested in the budget IEM market. They shatter the conventional compromise between cost and quality, offering a high-fidelity experience without the expected sacrifices. Unlike other budget options, which often force listeners to endure a narrowed soundstage, artificial timbres, and noticeable distortion, the EW200s maintain a level of performance that challenges these norms.

In a market flooded with transient trends and ephemeral offerings, the EW200s distinguish themselves as an atemporal classic, capable of delivering a pure and expansive sonic experience that will satisfy both seasoned audiophiles and newcomers to the audio scene. Whether you seek the ideal entry point into high-quality audio or wish to expand an already robust collection, the EW200s deserve your consideration.

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Post scriptum:
I would like to add my EQ profile to give something to the community. As stated, it has been designed to make the tuning of the set more in line with the USoundV1V target. I have left the upper treble mostly unaltered, given the low reliability of measurements at higher frequencies. This profile makes, in my opinion, the bass more impactful, the whole set more relaxed and the soundstage more cohesive. For my personal preference, this profile refines and elevates the EW200s enough to make them almost flawless.

With EQ, they are a 4,5 star set.

Preamp: -3.7 dB
Filter 1: ON PK Fc 20 Hz Gain 1.7 dB Q 1.000
Filter 2: ON PK Fc 86 Hz Gain 3.1 dB Q 0.500
Filter 3: ON PK Fc 700 Hz Gain 1.8 dB Q 1.000
Filter 4: ON PK Fc 1400 Hz Gain -1.5 dB Q 2.000
Filter 5: ON PK Fc 2200 Hz Gain -1.7 dB Q 1.000
Filter 6: ON PK Fc 5000 Hz Gain -3.1 dB Q 2.000
Filter 7: ON PK Fc 6600 Hz Gain 6.8 dB Q 2.000
Filter 8: ON PK Fc 8100 Hz Gain -9.5 dB Q 2.000
Filter 9: ON PK Fc 10000 Hz Gain 6.8 dB Q 2.000
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