[DBaldock9]

where can you buy these?

Shenzhenaudio has Tweeted about the Ostry KC09, but it's not showing up on their website yet - https://www.shenzhenaudio.com/

It is apparently mentioned on several Russian language websites - try a Google Search.

 

[Slater]

Anyone ever heard of the Mifo R1?

• https://www.aliexpress.com/item/201...ine-Control-for-Mobile-Phone/32816640160.html
• https://www.amazon.com/Mifo-Headphones-Earpgones-Earbuds-Compatible/dp/B071KJ1CBG

Looks like an interesting design - dual graphene film drivers - 1 handling each range of frequencies. What's the most interesting is that the drivers are oriented in a sort of stacked configuration, facing opposite directions to one another (with 1 driver front-firing and the other firing towards the back of the housing). I've personally never seen this configuration before.

The Amazon description is Chinglishy, but the listing says the housing has "independent stereo sound cavities". I am taking this to mean that the shell possibly has separate sections for each driver (like the KZ ZS1 and ZN1 had for example), vs just dumping the output of both drivers into the same cavity and praying for the best. Whether this is a good design or not is anyone's guess, but it's interesting nonetheless.

 

[GuywhoLikesHIFI]

Does it have to be a DAC, or will DAP do?

And do you need bluetooth/aptX?

What is the typical impedance of the headphones and/or IEMs you're planning on driving?

If I can get a Dap that sounds as good as a DAC for the same price, then I would prefer a Dap. I was just under the impression that a Dac at the same price would sound better than a Dap.
No bluetooth needed.
Impedance, all my Earphones and Planned headphones are very low impedance, but I have a full size amp with no Preamp, so I was planning to get something so I wouldn't need a preamp. Is that a bad idea?

 

[TwoPalms]

Hi, I'm looking for a Portable Headphone Amplifier preferably with a DAC between the $50-100 range.
Is there any gems to be found in this bracket? If it isn't portable but it's really good value I would consider it, or is it better to buy a good dap instead (Like the Cayin N3)?
I've been looking at these. Anyone have any experience with the Breeze E17, E47, Topping NX3, ?
I can solder so if anyone has found Good DIY stuff I will look at that too. Thanks a lot if anyone responds.
https://www.aliexpress.com/store/pr...able-amp-high-end-CPI/808374_32646176148.html
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Wor...a03e336a-30&algo_pvid=6cecaacd-96a6-493d-af00https://www.aliexpress.com/item/201...ba03e336a-4&algo_pvid=6cecaacd-96a6-493d-af00

Cayin N3 is a good DAP. For DAC Under $100 you can consider Topping NX4. Slightly wider soundstage & better power

 

[GuywhoLikesHIFI]

Cayin N3 is a good DAP. For DAC Under $100 you can consider Topping NX4. Slightly wider soundstage & better power

So the NX4 has better sound quality than the N3?

 

[TwoPalms]

So the NX4 has better sound quality than the N3?

Both have different sound signature. N3 warmer, better bass & imaging. NX4 more airy feel & wider soundstage.

 

[Sylmar]

I see that Urbanfun's are now sold in two "types": beryllium or hybrid... Anyone knows the difference?

I'm wondering the same thing. I also noted that some come with a textured cable and some with a smooth rubber cable.

 

[BunchOfAtoms]

I see that Urbanfun's are now sold in two "types": beryllium or hybrid... Anyone knows the difference?

Links please?

 

[crabdog]

New hybrid on the scene, the JOYFUL XG60.

 

[wastan]

ZS5s it is. (Actually, might want to wait until more people have received theirs and the prices go down.)

ZS5 is THE choice for what you want. Ask the ali sellers for discounts. I got mine for $22.60.

 

[TheWongWrong]

Anyone tried these? 27$, 2DD, looks pretty good, in line controls look pretty unique. Has me interested.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01M0XYNWW?psc=1#immersive-view_1498320884778

 

[Frederick Wang]

To be honest I prefer it over the King. It's lighter, more comfortable and has a lower in-ear profile. The overall sound is a little warmer and doesn't get hot in the treble. Right now I'm thinking it might have a bigger soundstage too but I'd have to A/B them to be sure.

late for the party... IT refers to Veedix NC50?

 

[Sylmar]

Anyone tried these? 27$, 2DD, looks pretty good, in line controls look pretty unique. Has me interested.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01M0XYNWW?psc=1#immersive-view_1498320884778

Much cheaper on Ali it seems (USD 15.19) Must say that I do not know this IEM. Wonder how they sound compared to f.i. Tennmak Pro.

 

[Slater]

I'm wondering the same thing. I also noted that some come with a textured cable and some with a smooth rubber cable.

No comparison whatsoever. The urbanfun hybrid is the (only) one you want.

 

[Slater]

ZS5 is THE choice for what you want. Ask the ali sellers for discounts. I got mine for $22.60.

Or GearBest for $19.99