Anyone using the BT20 with the Tin Audio T2? I've switched to an iPhone XR and barely use wired IEMs with it...
I’d be happy to try the T2 when my mmcx BT20 arrive. Stay tuned.
I wanted to provide an update on this.
Despite loving the sound of the T2, the fitment has always been awkward. I could never get a good fit when wearing it 'down'. The only way it would even somewhat fit was 'up', with the channels swapped. But even then, the fit was just not that great. Because of that, my T2 sat unused an gathering dust. Which broke my heart, because it is an amazing IEM.
Enter the mmcx BT20.
The current version of the mmcx BT20 uses 90-degree mmcx connectors, which makes compatibility with IEMs extremely hit or miss.
Luckily, because the T2 was originally designed to be worn up or down, this doubles the chances it will fit the BT20.
1.
The 'down' configuration (ie Blue T2 as Left, Red T2 as Right):
- The T2 does NOT work with the BT20 if you use this configuration.
- In other words, the 'correct' channels (ie Right/Red T2 on Right BT20, and Left/Blue T2 on Left BT20).
- The T2 ends up pointing away from your ears. If your ears were on the top of your head like a dog or cat, it would work.
2.
The 'up' configuration (ie Blue T2 as Right, Red T2 as Left):
- The T2 works very well in this configuration.
- In other words, you swap the T2 channels, installing the Right/Red T2 on Left BT20, and the Left/Blue T2 on Right BT20.
It's very comfortable, and the BT20 is an excellent sonic match for the T2. Sounds great (99.9% as good as wired), no hissing, etc.
Obviously, depending on your individual ear anatomy, YMMV.
BTW, the mmcx BT20 is also a GREAT match (fit and sound) for the iBasso IT01 and Magaosi K5.
If I had to rate the fit (for me, and between all of my mmcx IEMs), I would rate it as:
1. iBasso IT01
2. Magaosi K5
3. TinAudio T2
4. Magaosi K3 Pro
I do recommend using SpinFit tips for best fit though. Because the BT20 has preformed ear guides, it is somewhat restrictive depending on your individual ear anatomy. The small amount of angular play in the SpinFit tips really goes a long way to providing a superior fit.