CHIFI LOVE Thread-A never ending IEM-Heaphones-DAP-Dongles Sound Value Quest
Apr 16, 2020 at 1:13 PM Post #23,836 of 31,867
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Not for me though. The 8k is not my sensitive spot luckily.
What a great example of the subjective nature of hearing. I really like my 1.1's except the mids seem a little recessed. The graph for the T3 shows those elevated differences in the 2-3k area and then again from around 11-16k
Yup, NX7 style. Although the NX7 doesn’t fit all the way down like the stock Blon cable, so NX7 is still not a perfect solution.

They also make cables specifically for the Blon. They appear to use the exact OEM Blon connector, as they are even the same shape, design, and color. No sanding, no mods, etc.

I can’t post any links here though, as I’m pretty sure the only seller is banned. But if you look on Aliexpress you’ll find them.
Dude! You are like the "Oracle" of this stuff!! I new I had seen a "name" for that connector while shopping the anniversary sale but couldn't remember - that's it - NX7. I might see what cables offer this type of connector and purchase one if not too expensive as I am definitely going to extend the tube with the straws because I'd like to improve the fit so I can continue using them. Will also purchase the screens as well - forgot to do that with the Anniversary order DAMIT! I also think this NX7 connector would help due to my anatomy. Thanks much sir!
 
Apr 16, 2020 at 1:20 PM Post #23,837 of 31,867
Yep, some gap, I forgot about it since it is quite sturdy.
Thank you for pointing it out.

I relegated a copper-coloured NiceHCK cable from NX7 pro to Blon, but may switch back to QDC given that I worked out the filing :)
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Apr 16, 2020 at 1:20 PM Post #23,838 of 31,867
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Not for me though. The 8k is not my sensitive spot luckily.
The low-end peaks around 69dB at 60Hz while the 1.5-3k area peaks at roughly 63-64dB, depending on preference, less of the low-end peak might likely reduce the mid recession.
 
Apr 17, 2020 at 12:11 AM Post #23,839 of 31,867
Hello, thank you, that's where I'm going. Thanks for the kind response. Here's what I'm at:

1. I listen to jazz, rock, blues, pop, and some reggae. No EDM, RnB, heavy metal, etc.
2. I guess I can say I'd like a neutral, balanced, flat tuning. Based on the items in my signature, here's what I can share: I like ATH-AD500X and Samson SR850 sound, so I suppose I'm not treble-sensitive. I'm definitely not a basshead. I feel KZ ZSN Pro lacks midbass and lacks body in vocals. I also feel its timbre is not natural. Some research lead me to Moondrop Spaceship due to its dynamic driver, I like it more than the ZSN Pro, but I'd like more 'air' and treble extension. I prefer to have a nice vocal and maybe I can say I don't like V-shaped tuning. I prefer an open
3. I am using mostly at home/office situation.
My budget is $30ish.

Thank you so much.

TRN BA5 is $39 and neutralish, not a thumper
 
Apr 17, 2020 at 12:22 AM Post #23,840 of 31,867
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Apr 17, 2020 at 12:53 AM Post #23,841 of 31,867
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Apr 17, 2020 at 1:48 AM Post #23,842 of 31,867
Ended up pre-ordering the BL-05. The new driver looks really interesting and they seemed to have improved upon the end-to-end extension. The BL-03 was also a blind buy for me so let's see how this one goes.
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Apr 17, 2020 at 4:48 AM Post #23,843 of 31,867
Just a mini rant, I absolutely HATE thephonograph website. I think I said this here before, but I hate it with a passion!!!

The site is littered with affiliate links EVERYWHERE. Literally every single hyperlinked text leads me to Amazon or Aliexpress.

All I ever wanted was to see their review for the IEM, but noooo! Those cheeky SOBs hyperlinked all the names of the earphones to the product page instead of their review page.

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And I fall for it EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. Like, I literally can't help it. If I see an IEM name that's hyperlinked, my brain automatically tells me that it must be the link to the review. It requires zero conscious effort.

These mofos are pretty f*cking clever. I bet they earned loads of cash from this simple psychological maneuver.
 
Apr 17, 2020 at 8:10 AM Post #23,844 of 31,867
Hi, i am planning to buy a new iem. Currently i have lz a6 mini. I've used it like 4 months and I am very happy. Now, If there is a option at $50-70 price range better than Lz a6 mini, would you recommend it? Otherwise I will buy new a6m to stock it :)
 
Apr 17, 2020 at 8:15 AM Post #23,845 of 31,867
Hi, i am planning to buy a new iem. Currently i have lz a6 mini. I've used it like 4 months and I am very happy. Now, If there is a option at $50-70 price range better than Lz a6 mini, would you recommend it? Otherwise I will buy new a6m to stock it :)
Get the a6 instead you love it to death. Blon 05 and urbanfun iss014 can possibly be a rival for the mini but one is pre sale and the other has qc issues so...
 
Apr 17, 2020 at 8:49 AM Post #23,848 of 31,867
Just returned some Tin hifi T3 IEMs. I listened to them for 5 minutes! I am not a bass head and my equaliser is always off. The T3’s sounded like a pair of tweeters! I tried them with the equaliser, turning the bass to max on my DX160 and it sounded like a pair of tweeters in my ears! Going to get a pair of iBasso IT01’s like I had originally planned.
Did they seal properly?
You should also allow more than 5 minutes to adjust to it and burn them in... This reminds me of my Ety HF5s witch sounded like crap the first hour and got better and better everytime I listened to them. And yes the base was lacking but it was there. However when I had a bad seal they sounded like how you described: a tweeter in your ears.

Some of my AKG in ears have the same issue: when I use them with the original tips they have no low end, but with foam tips they have too much low end.
 
Apr 17, 2020 at 8:57 AM Post #23,849 of 31,867
Going through a nightmare process with both DD (linsoul) and shenzhenaudio store right now. 3 IEMs I ordered last month never got shipped and they are constantly lying about it. Just wish penon carried all those IEMs.
Yeah never gonna buy anything from dd/linsoul again.
 
Apr 17, 2020 at 9:10 AM Post #23,850 of 31,867
Hi, i am planning to buy a new iem. Currently i have lz a6 mini. I've used it like 4 months and I am very happy. Now, If there is a option at $50-70 price range better than Lz a6 mini, would you recommend it? Otherwise I will buy new a6m to stock it :)

If you can stretch the budget a little bit, Tin T4 is my default under 100 dollar recommendation. It has a somewhat analytical sound like the A6 Mini but is better done in almost every aspect.
 

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