[VonBoedfeld]

I just got the E-Mi CI880 from Aliexpress.
I'm a bit disappointed.
Soundstage, resolution, mids are very good.
Heights are too strong for me and I miss the sub-bass.

What do you think of the DZAT DF-10 or MEMT X5?

 

[DBaldock9]

I just got the E-Mi CI880 from Aliexpress.
I'm a bit disappointed.
Soundstage, resolution, mids are very good.
Heights are too strong for me and I miss the sub-bass.

What do you think of the DZAT DF-10 or MEMT X5?

I have both the DZAT DF-10, and the original version of the MEMT X5.
For me, the DF-10 has more, low Bass of the two, but the X5 is still pretty good (and it's really small - good for wearing while sleeping).
I'm using after-market silicone tips on both of them - either JVC Spiral Dot (L), or some Large tips I ordered from Penon Audio.

 

[-brnz]

Hi guys, here I am again. So, I'm still looking for a good earphone for rock music.
Budget - $30 MAX and preferably on Gearbest, Banggood or Alie. I'm from Brazil and Amazon/Ebay usually don't ship here.

After some more research I've came up to these options:

UiiSii CM5 - https://www.banggood.com/UiiSii-CM5...ol-Microphone-p-1197819.html?rmmds=mywishlist

MEMT X5 - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...mic-Earbuds-Hifi-Bass/119089_32791270664.html

DZAT DF-10 - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...IFI-Fever-DIY-Wooded/1825606_32604737863.html

URBANFUN - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...108.1000016.1.379cb74f9rIzDd&isOrigTitle=true

Which one would be better for rock music? I'm pretty noob but with the researchs I've made so far I believe that I need something with a more balanced sound, not so bassy right?

Feel free to suggest other options that are not on this list, but once again, please make sure it's avaliable on Gearbest Banggood or Alie

This place is awesome. I still don't understand 90% of the things you guys talk but I already learned a couple of ( very basic ) things. Thanks!

 

[Cantrell]

Hi guys, here I am again. So, I'm still looking for a good earphone for rock music.
Budget - $30 MAX and preferably on Gearbest, Banggood or Alie. I'm from Brazil and Amazon/Ebay usually don't ship here.

After some more research I've came up to these options:

UiiSii CM5 - https://www.banggood.com/UiiSii-CM5...ol-Microphone-p-1197819.html?rmmds=mywishlist

MEMT X5 - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...mic-Earbuds-Hifi-Bass/119089_32791270664.html

DZAT DF-10 - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...IFI-Fever-DIY-Wooded/1825606_32604737863.html

URBANFUN - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...108.1000016.1.379cb74f9rIzDd&isOrigTitle=true

Which one would be better for rock music? I'm pretty noob but with the researchs I've made so far I believe that I need something with a more balanced sound, not so bassy right?

Feel free to suggest other options that are not on this list, but once again, please make sure it's avaliable on Gearbest Banggood or Alie

This place is awesome. I still don't understand 90% of the things you guys talk but I already learned a couple of ( very basic ) things. Thanks!

Couple questions, what genre/bands rock are your most frequently listening to?

Are you looking for more enjoyable relaxed musical experience, middle of the road or highly detailed analytical experience?

 

[-brnz]

Couple questions, what genre/bands rock are your most frequently listening to?

Are you looking for more enjoyable relaxed musical experience, middle of the road or highly detailed analytical experience?

I listen mostly to Foo Fighters, Richie Kotzen, Linkin Park ( R.I.P Chester ), Chris Cornell/Audioslave/Soundgarden ( R.I.P Chris ), Pearl Jam, Papa Roach, Kings of Leon , The Winery Dogs, Stone Sour, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Rise Against, Yellowcard..
Basically most of rock subgenres I believe.

About your other question, I don't really know how to answer.. I like to be able to listen the details of the song, like that great drums, bass, guitar solo.. but I'm also not that crazy about it. I mean, I'm not an audiophile or any sort of enthusiast.
I guess middle of the road then?

I'm pretty noob, hope anything I said made any sense lol

 

[MoshiMoshi]

Hi guys, here I am again. So, I'm still looking for a good earphone for rock music.
Budget - $30 MAX and preferably on Gearbest, Banggood or Alie. I'm from Brazil and Amazon/Ebay usually don't ship here.

After some more research I've came up to these options:

UiiSii CM5 - https://www.banggood.com/UiiSii-CM5...ol-Microphone-p-1197819.html?rmmds=mywishlist

MEMT X5 - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...mic-Earbuds-Hifi-Bass/119089_32791270664.html

DZAT DF-10 - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...IFI-Fever-DIY-Wooded/1825606_32604737863.html

URBANFUN - https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/pro...108.1000016.1.379cb74f9rIzDd&isOrigTitle=true

Which one would be better for rock music? I'm pretty noob but with the researchs I've made so far I believe that I need something with a more balanced sound, not so bassy right?

Feel free to suggest other options that are not on this list, but once again, please make sure it's avaliable on Gearbest Banggood or Alie

This place is awesome. I still don't understand 90% of the things you guys talk but I already learned a couple of ( very basic ) things. Thanks!

To my knowledge UiiSii CM5 is cheaper straight off Amazon, and faster shipping. Why don't you have CI880 on the list btw? They can be had for $25.

 

[-brnz]

To my knowledge UiiSii CM5 is cheaper straight off Amazon, and faster shipping. Why don't you have CI880 on the list btw? They can be had for $25.

Thanks for replying, but like I said, I can't buy from Amazon. They don't ship to Brazil.
Regarding the CI880, I could only find it on Alie and there it's costs around $50. Unfortunately I can't afford it

 

[Mariusik]

To my knowledge UiiSii CM5 is cheaper straight off Amazon, and faster shipping. Why don't you have CI880 on the list btw? They can be had for $25.

Do you happen to know if the hybrid **** UEs would be a viable alternative? I'm looking for an over ear alternative for my CI880, with a tad less treble (i already ordered the ZS3 from Gearbest couldn't resist the 8 dollar price, i'm very new to chi-fi, but saw sime comments that the CM5 is superior to the ZS3). Thanks

 

[Slater]

Just Received the NICEHCK Bro earphone and have to say they are much better than I expected

Listen bro, bros don’t do that to their best bros. You gotta be more bro-like, bro. Understand what I’m saying, bro?

 

[snip3r77]

I have both the DZAT DF-10, and the original version of the MEMT X5.
For me, the DF-10 has more, low Bass of the two, but the X5 is still pretty good (and it's really small - good for wearing while sleeping).
I'm using after-market silicone tips on both of them - either JVC Spiral Dot (L), or some Large tips I ordered from Penon Audio.

The tips of the x5 tends to slip a lot lol

 

[Cantrell]

I listen mostly to Foo Fighters, Richie Kotzen, Linkin Park ( R.I.P Chester ), Chris Cornell/Audioslave/Soundgarden ( R.I.P Chris ), Pearl Jam, Papa Roach, Kings of Leon , The Winery Dogs, Stone Sour, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Rise Against, Yellowcard..
Basically most of rock subgenres I believe.

About your other question, I don't really know how to answer.. I like to be able to listen the details of the song, like that great drums, bass, guitar solo.. but I'm also not that crazy about it. I mean, I'm not an audiophile or any sort of enthusiast.
I guess middle of the road then?

I'm pretty noob, hope anything I said made any sense lol

I'd recommend looking at IEM that have great, warmish mids to start with that have weight to them (not thin mids), strong male vocal performance, Average or better mid bass sound, above average bass levels but not too much bass. Decent sub sonic bass (the thump), extended but smooth highs with low to zero sibilance.

Everyone's ears and preferences are different so you'll have to take what you read and recommendations and make best guess based upon your preferences in music EQ and ear sensitivities.

Rank your options based on that and compare strengths and weaknesses of each and take the plunge.

 

[theredhood]

I just got the E-Mi CI880 from Aliexpress.
I'm a bit disappointed.
Soundstage, resolution, mids are very good.
Heights are too strong for me and I miss the sub-bass.

What do you think of the DZAT DF-10 or MEMT X5?

If you're sensitive to highs, I wouldn't recommend the X5. Although the treble doesn't extend that high it's pretty strong/boosted. Other then that, it's sub-bass does satisfy.

 

[djmakemynight]

I listen mostly to Foo Fighters, Richie Kotzen, Linkin Park ( R.I.P Chester ), Chris Cornell/Audioslave/Soundgarden ( R.I.P Chris ), Pearl Jam, Papa Roach, Kings of Leon , The Winery Dogs, Stone Sour, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Rise Against, Yellowcard..
Basically most of rock subgenres I believe.

About your other question, I don't really know how to answer.. I like to be able to listen the details of the song, like that great drums, bass, guitar solo.. but I'm also not that crazy about it. I mean, I'm not an audiophile or any sort of enthusiast.
I guess middle of the road then?

I'm pretty noob, hope anything I said made any sense lol

Listened with CM5 on LG V20 Vol:30/75 (Spotify):

Linkin Park - Numb
Papa Roach - Last Resort
Aerosmith - I don't want to miss a thing (Touchstone version)
The Doors - Riders on the storm

These are tracks I know.

I will use the Aerosmith piece which is orchestra-like since there are quite some instruments. The intro is beautiful with the snare drum and cello(i believe?). I also noticed a deep bass hump 1.49-2.00.

Details: I can hear drums, guitar on the left, piano and violins on the right. Cymbal clash on the left. Vocals are central and forward from the instruments. There are also some pretty central drums and guitar in the middle of the song. Closing to the end there is the triangle(tinging sound) on the left as well.

Btw, I am hearing this at work and CM5 does not have the isolation like KZ ZS3 so i might have missed out some sounds.

Apologies if I am wrong with some of the instrument names. Never could remember them.

 

[Slater]

The tips of the x5 tends to slip a lot lol

That's 1 of the reasons why I stopped using them. It got old real quick, and I wasn't going to glue the tips on. So in the drawer of forgotten IEMs they go...

 

[snip3r77]

That's 1 of the reasons why I stopped using them. It got old real quick, and I wasn't going to glue the tips on. So in the drawer of forgotten IEMs they go...

Should listen to it once a while. Really amazes me imho