[Waxy]

I will say that the mad dogs do sound better to me when a touch louder. I'm a casual headphone listener - so I'm very used to hearing music through speakers (unless I'm working out - then it's not classical). Thanks.

 

[ranfan]

For IEMs in the low-to-mid price range, I'd highly recommend getting the Avara AV2 ($200). (https://www.head-fi.org/threads/avara-custom-universal-iem-thread.867295/). It has a neutral, balanced sound signature, and a pretty good realistic timbre. Suitable for acoustic instrument sounds such as: vocals, piano, strings, etc. Although the soundstage is not very wide, it's a good all-rounder IEM for many musical genres. You can get it in universal, or custom form. And design the colour, shell, and faceplate by yourself.

 

[Waxy]

Thanks for the suggestion. They look like very high quality IEMs. The challenge of headphones (for me, at least) is finding a way to listen without buying. I guess that's why the used forum is so active...