[nelson996]

hello all, thanks for your replies thus far..
 
I am looking for something that presents music in the same manner as the silver KZ ATE. As I said before, i love its balanced and engaging presentation.
 
I, personally, would see the ed10 as more of a sideways step, and I am looking to go forwards... (although I do not own the ed10, this is my personal opinion!)
 
Would something applicable in the $80 region not be a relative step up in the performance to price ratio?
 
As EISENbricher said, I am looking for some opinions that I could use to help my research.

 

[kanyesskirt]

What are the cheap bass monsters these days? My TTPOD T1-E has a broken cable.

 

[CoiL]

Why not change the cable?

 

[kahaluu]

Probably not worth changing  the cable. Changing the cable would cost more than buying a new one. 

 

[CoiL]

But when it is good cable that lasts much longer and user really likes these IEM`s? Imho, worth of doing 

 

[kahaluu]

  But when it is good cable that lasts much longer and user really likes these IEM`s? Imho, worth of doing 

Maybe, but I would just purchase a new one. The cable really isn't that bad considering the price of the IEM. 

 

[Ap616]

  hello all, thanks for your replies thus far..
 
I am looking for something that presents music in the same manner as the silver KZ ATE. As I said before, i love its balanced and engaging presentation.
 
I, personally, would see the ed10 as more of a sideways step, and I am looking to go forwards... (although I do not own the ed10, this is my personal opinion!)
 
Would something applicable in the $80 region not be a relative step up in the performance to price ratio?
 
As EISENbricher said, I am looking for some opinions that I could use to help my research.

I haven't heard the ATE yet, but from impressions I think you might try and like the Duoza. They sound similar to descriptions of ATE with maybe slightly less balance(maybe less mids, slightly more bass and mid-upper treble?). Imo they are pretty balanced and very slightly v-shaped though more leaning towards warm and smooth. Spacious, non-fatiguing, great imaging and bass. Probably my favorite iem to date. I like the Tenore and 'liked' T1E before it broke as well. ED9 w/ gold filters makes a cheaper, good beater T1E replacement; we'll see how ATE's do.
Will know more when I receive my ATE in a week or two probably.

 

[Shawn71]

  Why not change the cable?

 
+1.... Yes, I would recommend same.....

  Probably not worth changing  the cable. Changing the cable would cost more than buying a new one. 

There are "very budget" options under $10 for semi-finished cables where we just need to solder the drivers while the other end, 3.5mm jack portion is already completed (by sellers) and ready to use.....so that's almost ~1/4th (25%) of T1E cost.

 

[Arty McGhee]

i soldered a new plug on my ttpods
cost like $1.79
 
cables are pretty cheap from lunashops
or aliexpress if you don't mind the wait
5 bucks or so

 

[kanyesskirt]

  Probably not worth changing  the cable. Changing the cable would cost more than buying a new one. 

Pretty much this. I do like these IEMs, but they are super cheap and I'm not in love with them either. I always tend to break cables after a while because I just put the earbuds in my pockets. These lasted me almost a year, so that's great value.

 

[nelson996]

  I haven't heard the ATE yet, but from impressions I think you might try and like the Duoza. They sound similar to descriptions of ATE with maybe slightly less balance(maybe less mids, slightly more bass and mid-upper treble?). Imo they are pretty balanced and very slightly v-shaped though more leaning towards warm and smooth. Spacious, non-fatiguing, great imaging and bass. Probably my favorite iem to date. I like the Tenore and 'liked' T1E before it broke as well. ED9 w/ gold filters makes a cheaper, good beater T1E replacement; we'll see how ATE's do.
Will know more when I receive my ATE in a week or two probably.

a compare and contrast between the duoza and the ATE (after you get them!) would be much appreciated!!!!

 

[EISENbricher]

a compare and contrast between the duoza and the ATE (after you get them!) would be much appreciated!!!!

I have Tenores and they are more refined sounding that ATE with somewhat similar sound signature. Respectable bass and sub bass (Tenore have more sub bass), smooth highs and very mild V-shaped sound. Vocals are beautifully reproduced on both.
Duoza is better sounding that Tenore offering still similar sound sig which packing more bass punch and 3D soundstage, which I could figure out after taking opinion from Duoza +Tenore owners. Won't comment much though as I don't have Duoza for direct comparison.

 

[twister6]

Perhaps a new budget king of hybrids (2way)?  http://www.head-fi.org/t/586909/the-discovery-thread-new-bette-hybrid-review-by-jekostas-pg-1972/29565#post_11752625

 

[Ap616]

a compare and contrast between the duoza and the ATE (after you get them!) would be much appreciated!!!!

+

I have Tenores and they are more refined sounding that ATE with somewhat similar sound signature. Respectable bass and sub bass (Tenore have more sub bass), smooth highs and very mild V-shaped sound. Vocals are beautifully reproduced on both.
Duoza is better sounding that Tenore offering still similar sound sig which packing more bass punch and 3D soundstage, which I could figure out after taking opinion from Duoza +Tenore owners. Won't comment much though as I don't have Duoza for direct comparison.

Can do! But what Eisen said is 'probably', from speculation, fairly accurate as well.

A short Duoza, Tenore comparison might be helpful in this or to some, so...
The Duoza has better imaging and separation than the Tenore imo. It also sounds more 3D too with a big coherent well-rounded soundstage to my ears, though I consider the Tenore a little above average as well.
The Duoza has a bit more bass impact but not a lot more, as well as slightly more quality bass; it also has a bit better treble extension/presence though remains smooth by nature up top like the Tenore.
Well recorded/presented Dubstep&EDM songs like this are a treat to listen to on the Duoza. YMMV depending if you like the genre or not...
https://m.soundcloud.com/datsik/datsik-troynado
Pianos also sounds really good on the Duoza to me. Zero Audio just has my favorite realistic, smooth&natural timbre sound to them that I dig.

 

[robervaul]

  Perhaps a new budget king of hybrids (2way)?  http://www.head-fi.org/t/586909/the-discovery-thread-new-bette-hybrid-review-by-jekostas-pg-1972/29565#post_11752625

Wow. These look like KZ ED1. I'll be waiting KZ announces its model for $ 8.00