Earbuds Round-Up

[Touchowl]

Hi there! Would anyone have a list of Sony's e-series "nude" earbuds? I'm curious about their design progression but can't find much collected info.

 

[ShaneyMac]

Hi there! Would anyone have a list of Sony's e-series "nude" earbuds? I'm curious about their design progression but can't find much collected info.

Our friend and earbuds guru @WoodyLuvr have all the info you need here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aIwgxcmT5yhTmtTWG_4TcU0x_UCV6vpcvv-a79Cot1g/edit?usp=drivesdk

 

[jsk ksj]

There is one problem with this though. They are a "gateway" bud. They are VERY capable for the money spent, but eventually you will want to test the upper escelon of buds. Not necessarily because you will NEED to have better, but combine that with the fact that TOTL buds can also be had for pretty cheap (compared to headphones and IEMs that is). Of course, if you already have some TOTL buds, you already know, and forget my above comments. But, if this is your first set of buds, you are certainly in for a treat, and you did indeed pick a great set for an introduction to the world of earbuds.

Welcome!

Thanks for the warm welcome, but not my first buds.

Also have a set of Rikubuds arriving in the next few days, so excited to hear them.

 

[Surf Monkey]

There is one problem with this though. They are a "gateway" bud. They are VERY capable for the money spent, but eventually you will want to test the upper escelon of buds. Not necessarily because you will NEED to have better, but combine that with the fact that TOTL buds can also be had for pretty cheap (compared to headphones and IEMs that is). Of course, if you already have some TOTL buds, you already know, and forget my above comments. But, if this is your first set of buds, you are certainly in for a treat, and you did indeed pick a great set for an introduction to the world of earbuds.

Welcome!

Truth.

I have three sets of X6s because they’re so cheap and sound so good. They’re perfect for go-anywhere use. Beaters if you will.

The good thing about buds is that, unlike IEMs, the top of the line isn’t priced in the thousands of dollars. Therefore the addiction isn’t nearly as costly.

 

[Touchowl]

Our friend and earbuds guru @WoodyLuvr have all the info you need here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aIwgxcmT5yhTmtTWG_4TcU0x_UCV6vpcvv-a79Cot1g/edit?usp=drivesdk

That's perfect!!! Thank you!

 

[samandhi]

Thanks for the warm welcome, but not my first buds.

Also have a set of Rikubuds arriving in the next few days, so excited to hear them.

Well then, congrats on your new (incoming) shiny!

Do let us know your thoughts on them when you have had some time to listen to them?! Even if I don't participate as much as I used to here, I LOVE reading impressions from others regarding their new "shiny".

 

[rprodrigues]

Does anyone know how DB1E compares to known good sets as RW2000, FF5, and even FF3?

 

[JAnonymous5150]

Does anyone know how DB1E compares to known good sets as RW2000, FF5, and even FF3?

I wish. I couldn't find many impressions and don't think I found anything with extended comparisons so I ordered both the DB1E and DB1 to try. Both are still in transit and I won't be home to try them out until June, but if you're still wondering by then I can do some comparisons for you. I know that probably isn't super helpful.

 

[h8uthemost]

Are the vido's still considered good flatheads?

I'm going to put a small order into aliexpress and figured that I might as well get a pair considering their price.

I'm going to get the red/blue version. I've read something about some colors are better than others, is this still true? I like the red/blue as it'll be easier in the dark to see which is the right one. I usually get black of everything and have to put a tape somewhere on the right cord so I know which side I'm holding. Lol

Thanks for any info

 

[chavez]

Are the vido's still considered good flatheads?

I'm going to put a small order into aliexpress and figured that I might as well get a pair considering their price.

I'm going to get the red/blue version. I've read something about some colors are better than others, is this still true? I like the red/blue as it'll be easier in the dark to see which is the right one. I usually get black of everything and have to put a tape somewhere on the right cord so I know which side I'm holding. Lol

Thanks for any info

For the love of God,avoid red blue version. Get the black or red ones.

 

[h8uthemost]

Lol. OK, is there a reason for that?

And I'm looking at either the Faael Iris or Faael snow lotus. Any opinion on which is better?

 

[jogawag]

Are the vido's still considered good flatheads?

I'm going to put a small order into aliexpress and figured that I might as well get a pair considering their price.

I'm going to get the red/blue version. I've read something about some colors are better than others, is this still true? I like the red/blue as it'll be easier in the dark to see which is the right one. I usually get black of everything and have to put a tape somewhere on the right cord so I know which side I'm holding. Lol

Thanks for any info

I think the red vido is a good choice.
See review below.
https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/yincrow-x6.22393/reviews#item-review-23970

 

[h8uthemost]

I think the red vido is a good choice.
See review below.
https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/yincrow-x6.22393/reviews#item-review-23970

Thank you. I forgot the vido is basically a yincrow. And I'll go with the red. Don't have any red buds

 

[chavez]

Lol. OK, is there a reason for that?

And I'm looking at either the Faael Iris or Faael snow lotus. Any opinion on which is better?

Different plastic housing= awful sound.

 

[h8uthemost]

Different plastic housing= awful sound.

I have no idea if you're playing with me or not, but I'm gonna play it safe and just get the red ones. Lol