[Dobrescu George]

can anyone compare this iBasso IT01 ($100) to the Campfire Audio Comets? ($199)
I have the Campfire Comets but have been seeing all these recs for the iBasso IT01s
Both are single BAs but the iBasso uses a graphene diafram

IT-01 has one of the best value/price ratio from what I've touched in this price area. Only very few stand a chance, like E3000, FiiO F9Pro and a few others, but IT-01 is remarkably good even for higher prices in detail and resolution. It is really warm though, which works for some, but not for all.

At 200USD, Comets already fight with Falcon-C from Dunu, and by then it'll be a whole another story.

You can cross-reference my Falcon-C review with someone's input on Comets to get a better idea, at least until I manage to review a comet.

https://audiophile-heaven.blogspot.ro/2018/04/Dunu-Falcon-C-Clear-Vivid-Personal.html

 

[superuser1]

Yup! For EDM and movies especially, i love the King Pro. For more intimate sound i switch with the Kanas and ER4XR

I see that you have the IT01 how do you rate it with the King Pro?

For $100, the IT01s are a great pair of iems to have. They dont have the stage nor the extensions at both ends like the King Pro. IMO the sub bass is killer on the King Pros, sometimes a bit too much The IT01s give a great musical sound signature overall. It doesnt go as deep as the King Pro but is no slouch in that department, just not as good as the King Pros. Additionally they are light as a feather and sometimes its difficult to feel them in your ears.

 

[chinmie]

For $100, the IT01s are a great pair of iems to have. They dont have the stage nor the extensions at both ends like the King Pro. IMO the sub bass is killer on the King Pros, sometimes a bit too much The IT01s give a great musical sound signature overall. It doesnt go as deep as the King Pro but is no slouch in that department, just not as good as the King Pros. Additionally they are light as a feather and sometimes its difficult to feel them in your ears.

Thank! I got a feeling it sounds a bit similar to the King Pros. Is it more flushed/smaller size on the ears? I might pick them up if it does to wear them inside helmet

 

[superuser1]

Thank! I got a feeling it sounds a bit similar to the King Pros. Is it more flushed/smaller size on the ears? I might pick them up if it does to wear them inside helmet

Yes it definitely a more flushed and inserted fit. I think it would fit inside the helmet though i still havent tried it.

 

[guiffre]

Anyone have any thoughts on what would be the best overall choice if I had to pick just one sub-$250US here?

My shortlist so far is:

1) Campfire Comet
2) LZ A4
3) THZ King Pro
4) Brainwaves B400
5) MEIZU Live Quads (not much info out there on these yet I realize)

Any input is totally welcome and I'm certainly not adverse to expanding the list above if there's anything that's a no-brainer I should've considered.

 

[HungryPanda]

The NiceHck HK6 is rather good

 

[crabdog]

Anyone have any thoughts on what would be the best overall choice if I had to pick just one sub-$250US here?

My shortlist so far is:

1) Campfire Comet
2) LZ A4
3) THZ King Pro
4) Brainwaves B400
5) MEIZU Live Quads (not much info out there on these yet I realize)

Any input is totally welcome and I'm certainly not adverse to expanding the list above if there's anything that's a no-brainer I should've considered.

Hifi Boy OSV3

 

[guiffre]

The NiceHck HK6 is rather good

This looks fantastic, however, it's a hair above my price-range. Would you consider it almost double what the Hifi Boy OSV3 costs?

 

[HungryPanda]

Never heard a HiFiBoy earphone

 

[guiffre]

Hifi Boy OSV3

Nice. These look really interesting. I'd never heard of Hifi Boy.

Do you happen to know how they would stack up against the iBasso iT03, or THZ King Pro?

 

[thejoker13]

Anyone have any thoughts on what would be the best overall choice if I had to pick just one sub-$250US here?

My shortlist so far is:

1) Campfire Comet
2) LZ A4
3) THZ King Pro
4) Brainwaves B400
5) MEIZU Live Quads (not much info out there on these yet I realize)

Any input is totally welcome and I'm certainly not adverse to expanding the list above if there's anything that's a no-brainer I should've considered.

I have several of the iem's on your list, but they're vastly different sounding earphones. It would be easier to make a recommendation for you, if we knew what you were looking for in a sound signature.

 

[guiffre]

I have several of the iem's on your list, but they're vastly different sounding earphones. It would be easier to make a recommendation for you, if we knew what you were looking for in a sound signature.

Apologies, I should've made that clear.

My aim is for this IEM to be for everyday/on-the-go use. Something that can achieve relatively decent isolation would be preferable.

I usually lean towards more neutral sounding gear (I really like the Senheiser HD600s for reference), however, I wouldn't be adverse to a sound signature that was more colorful so long as it's also musical. My plan would be to pair whatever I purchase with an entry-level DAP in the $200 range that I'll also be buying. I do own an Advanced Audio Accessport but unfortunately it just died.

The only deal-breaker for me would be to avoid relatively narrow soundstages and lack of instrument separation.

Hope that helps. Really appreciate the input.

 

[RodRevenge]

Looking for a <$20 iem That Works well with metal music mainly for gym purposes, anu advice guys?

 

[thejoker13]

Apologies, I should've made that clear.

My aim is for this IEM to be for everyday/on-the-go use. Something that can achieve relatively decent isolation would be preferable.

I usually lean towards more neutral sounding gear (I really like the Senheiser HD600s for reference), however, I wouldn't be adverse to a sound signature that was more colorful so long as it's also musical. My plan would be to pair whatever I purchase with an entry-level DAP in the $200 range that I'll also be buying. I do own an Advanced Audio Accessport but unfortunately it just died.

The only deal-breaker for me would be to avoid relatively narrow soundstages and lack of instrument separation.

Hope that helps. Really appreciate the input.

I would recommend the Brainwavz B400 to you with your requests considered. They're a quad BA, and I find the isolation to be EXCELLENT!! The sound signature is very balanced with a nice balance between neutral and musical. I also consider their staging and instrument separation to be some of their most redeeming qualities. In my opinion, they're great at their price point. Good luck on your search and I hope you get alot of enjoyment from whichever iem you choose!

 

[thejoker13]

Looking for a <$20 iem That Works well with metal music mainly for gym purposes, anu advice guys?

You could consider the Tennmak Piano. They sound excellent with metal and are extremely comfortable. They also have detachable cables as well. I Iove them for active activities.