Best cheap IEM with microphone and inline control

[Aker]

Hello all,

I have a friend that continuously seems to lose their earbuds/IEMs and I’d like to find them a high quality albeit inexpensive replacement. They primarily listen to Pop, Techno and some Hip-Hop.

What are good choices in the sub-$50 (lower is better if the quality is still high) range that have an inline microphone as well as control to use for volume and such. This is to be used with an Android phone with headphone jack. No amps or anything.

I am located in the US and don’t mind ordering from international sites if required.

Thanks all!

 

[surfgeorge]

Sony MH755 is considered the absolute bargain and can be found around $7, but the cables are ridiculously short, as they are designed to be used with a BT receiver. I bought them and they sounds really surprisingly balanced.

The MH750 seems to be the same and comes with a longer cable, mic and inlne remote.
If they sound anywhere like the 755 they'd be a good option.

Another very good option is the Moondrop Blessing from Aliexpress.

 

[voxie]

Hi Aker, maybe check out RHA Audio. They have a great reputation here on Head-fi. They have some models that should meet your requirements. Sorry cant link to their website due to my work computer's security settings. Hope this is of some help. Cheers.

 

[yong_shun]

I think you can consider Shure SE215 or RHA MA750i if you can stretch your budget a bit. Shure's inline remote works well with both IOS and android while RHA's only work with iOS if not mistaken.