[bizzazz]

The Einsear T2 are a solid option for about $11 on Aliexpress. Even though my other chifi iem's sound better, I find myself reaching for the Einsears a lot of times. They sound good no matter how they're inserted and aren't as dependent on a good seal as some of my other iem's.

Anyone interested in giving me a hand with some budget recommendations? My Vsonic GR07's are cracked and I'd like to grab something cheap that I can take mobile while keeping them at home. I've been out of the headphone game for a while so the new options are a bit overwhelming.

Just looking for: Good isolation, solid build quality, ease of insertion/sealing (I'd prefer them not to be over the ear even though I usually prefer it), and I'd like volume control/a mic (but may be able to do without it). I like more neutral/detailed sound, but for cheap bus in-ears it's not a make or break requirement.

I was suggested the Tin Audio T2 which piqued my interest but are slightly over-budget. If this isn't the right place, is there anywhere else that's good to ask this? This new layout is driving me bonkers.

edit: EINSEAR T2 seems like a solid option.

 

[Lurk650]

Old FOTM but I dropped my price significantly if anybody wants it. HK6, $110 shipped

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/nicehck-hk6-chifi-6ba.883285/

SOLD

Still got my M3s for sale as well for $200

 

[TechnoidFR]

I listen again and again teh PHB EM-023. When i compare with zs6 + usb c cable et GT600s i listen something of strange in high. I have the impression that is little artificial. Like if the BA is artificially boosted for more high. I had same impression with **** en900 which is very clear, very too artificial
@Otto Motor have this impression ?

 

[Otto Motor]

I listen again and again teh PHB EM-023. When i compare with zs6 + usb c cable et GT600s i listen something of strange in high. I have the impression that is little artificial. Like if the BA is artificially boosted for more high. I had same impression with **** en900 which is very clear, very too artificial
@Otto Motor have this impression ?

Not at all. Maybe it is a source thing?

 

[Otto Motor]

ON STUBBORN MMCX CABLES

We had this discussion a while ago, MMCX cables stuck on earpieces, loose contacts etc.
https://www.head-fi.org/threads/chi...hones-and-iems.820747/page-1048#post-14270438

@HungryPanda recommended this tool: I used it like a cap lift, and it worked like a charme...stubborn cable easily popped off by slight prying.

P.S. Tool is supported by the US Dentists' Association

 

[HungryPanda]

ON STUBBORN MMCX CABLES

We had this discussion a while ago, MMCX cables stuck on earpieces, loose contacts etc.
https://www.head-fi.org/threads/chi...hones-and-iems.820747/page-1048#post-14270438

@HungryPanda recommended this tool: I used it like a cap lift: worked like a charme...stubborn cable easily popped off by slight prying.

P.S. Tool is supported by the US Dentists' Association

Also handy for car and motorbike fuses/crimps and other uses

 

[TechnoidFR]

Not at all. Maybe it is a source thing?

Pro 6 plus and lg G7
Ess9018k2m and 9218k2m ( don't know the difference, same quality )

 

[randomnin]

ON STUBBORN MMCX CABLES

We had this discussion a while ago, MMCX cables stuck on earpieces, loose contacts etc.
https://www.head-fi.org/threads/chi...hones-and-iems.820747/page-1048#post-14270438

@HungryPanda recommended this tool: I used it like a cap lift, and ir worked like a charme...stubborn cable easily popped off by slight prying.

P.S. Tool is supported by the US Dentists' Association

That doesn't solve bent pins and poor connection making one side quieter, sadly

 

[vickie2006]

I looking for 100$ in ear,
Still didn't decide if IBASSO IT01 - is the best option.
So I spend time on penon audio and found this gem, and it looks like it can compete for the it01 quite well.
TFZ King 2 generation in ear:

if someone has any information about it - I will more than happy to hear it.

 

[Slater]

I looking for 100$ in ear,
Still didn't decide if IBASSO IT01 - is the best option.
So I spend time on penon audio and found this gem, and it looks like it can compete for the it01 quite well.
TFZ King 2 generation in ear:

if someone has any information about it - I will more than happy to hear it.

These guys churn out more IEMs than KZ lol

 

[vickie2006]

These guys churn out more IEMs than KZ lol

That true

 

[mbwilson111]

For those in the UK who are interested in the HIFI WALKER A1 with or without the mod that @Otto Motor discussed in previous pages in this thread, there is currently a lightning deal on Amazon UK.

£25 until around 10pm tonight. The regular price has been £50 for the past couple of weeks. I got mine around two weeks ago for £20 but have no idea if it will go that low again. Pricing is always a game with amazon. I have not yet modded mine as I have actually been happy with the stock sound. At some point I will try the transpore or micropore tape mod (for lessening the treble). Easy to remove the tape if I don't like it.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HIFI-WALKE...smid=A2O129639FFC8U&psc=1&smid=A2O129639FFC8U

 

[SuperLuigi]

So whats everyone move for "late" aliexpress orders. I had my headphones shipped out via aliexpress shipping which takes 15-30 days. Using this, the quickest i've gotten something is 12 days(blew my mind), and the longest is like 24 days. I have an item coming on 60 days(aliexpress shipping) so i will have to request the seller to increase the guarantee. But when do you decide to cut it off and say the package is lost? Mine's been in a facility in Vancouver since July 10th.

 

[Otto Motor]

So whats everyone move for "late" aliexpress orders. I had my headphones shipped out via aliexpress shipping which takes 15-30 days. Using this, the quickest i've gotten something is 12 days(blew my mind), and the longest is like 24 days. I have an item coming on 60 days(aliexpress shipping) so i will have to request the seller to increase the guarantee. But when do you decide to cut it off and say the package is lost? Mine's been in a facility in Vancouver since July 10th.

Depends on the shipping method. I still have a 16th May item outstanding (China Post Registered)...which took up to 163 days to Calgary in the past....159 of which within Canada. None of my 80 or so aliexpress shipments has ever been lost.

In the end, everything eventually arrives.

Spoiler: China Post Shipping stats

 

[SuperLuigi]

Depends on the shipping method. I still have a 16th May item outstanding (China Post Registered)...which took up to 163 days to Calgary in the past....159 of which within Canada. None of my 80 or so aliexpress shipments has ever been lost.

In the end, everything eventually arrives.

Spoiler: Shipping stats

Lol those are quite the ranges in time you've experienced

None of those show "aliexpress standard shipping." I'm surprised you don't use it. I've had amazing turn around times to Calgary.

I ordered something July 28th and it arrived on Aug 13th.