Earbuds Round-Up

[Reebonz]

I just picked up two new earbuds, the Ksearphone Bell-LB X10 and Bell-LBS X6, which are upgrades from the previous models. The X6 (black cable) costs around $40, while the X10 (white cable) is priced at around $25. I also grabbed two modular 4.4mm cables, each priced at $15.

Right out of the box, I found their sound quite pleasing with no major shortcomings. The stock full foams provided good bass. Interestingly, the more expensive X6 model stands out with a greater level of detail and a wider soundstage.

What's nice about these earbuds is that you can wear them over the ear, similar to how you'd wear IEM, thanks to their shell design and thin cables. Earhooks are included in the package. They also fit more comfortably in my ears than the BELL-TI, and I suspect the lighter cables contribute to that.

Considering their affordable price tags, I think they offer a pretty good value.

 

[WoodyLuvr]

I just picked up two new earbuds, the Ksearphone Bell-LB X10 and Bell-LBS X6, which are upgrades from the previous models. The X6 (black cable) costs around $40, while the X10 (white cable) is priced at around $25. I also grabbed two modular 4.4mm cables, each priced at $15.





Right out of the box, I found their sound quite pleasing with no major shortcomings. The stock full foams provided good bass. Interestingly, the more expensive X6 model stands out with a greater level of detail and a wider soundstage.

What's nice about these earbuds is that you can wear them over the ear, similar to how you'd wear IEM, thanks to their shell design and thin cables. Earhooks are included in the package. They also fit more comfortably in my ears than the BELL-TI, and I suspect the lighter cables contribute to that.

Considering their affordable price tags, I think they offer a pretty good value.

What are the impedance values for these two (2) new earbuds?

 

[Reebonz]

What are the impedance values for these two (2) new earbuds?

X6: 30Ω, 110db sensitivity
X10: 30Ω, 111db sensitivity

 

[WoodyLuvr]

X6: 30Ω, 110db sensitivity
X10: 30Ω, 111db sensitivity

Awesome! Thank you. I have updated accordingly both the Flathead Earbud Timeline and the Ks Earbud Model Timeline.

 

[rcoleman1]

I just picked up two new earbuds, the Ksearphone Bell-LB X10 and Bell-LBS X6, which are upgrades from the previous models. The X6 (black cable) costs around $40, while the X10 (white cable) is priced at around $25. I also grabbed two modular 4.4mm cables, each priced at $15.





Right out of the box, I found their sound quite pleasing with no major shortcomings. The stock full foams provided good bass. Interestingly, the more expensive X6 model stands out with a greater level of detail and a wider soundstage.

What's nice about these earbuds is that you can wear them over the ear, similar to how you'd wear IEM, thanks to their shell design and thin cables. Earhooks are included in the package. They also fit more comfortably in my ears than the BELL-TI, and I suspect the lighter cables contribute to that.

Considering their affordable price tags, I think they offer a pretty good value.

Link? I'd like to try these. Thanks in advance.

 

[Ohmboy]

Riku reached out to me, so i'll be trying the saber 3.
They seem like a good fit.

Yep Riku’s RG39 shell is quite a bit smaller than MX500’s, I have both and the RG39 is way more comfortable for me...fit and forget where as MX500 needs to be fiddled with from time to time to help keep them in place...


And I’d agree the S3 is a great set with it's nicely balanced frequency response, a sold bass which glides nicely into the mids with a
detailed but slightly rolled off treble ie non offensive

RG39 left MX500 right

 

[AsciiJC]

Yep Riku’s RG39 shell is quite a bit smaller than MX500’s, I have both and the RG39 is way more comfortable for me...fit and forget where as MX500 needs to be fiddled with from time to time to help keep them in place...


And I’d agree the S3 is a great set with it's nicely balanced frequency response, a sold bass which glides nicely into the mids with a
detailed but slightly rolled off treble ie non offensive

RG39 left MX500 right

So glad people are making new shells for their buds! While mx500 is a familiar one, it shouldn't be the only one.

 

[mt877]

Hi. Have you advice for me about a cable with L-plug 3.5 (right angle)? I have found this https://aliexpress.ru/item/32956212644.html cable having great balance between stiffness and softness (and adequate price), but they all have got direct jack.

I am also looking for a nice cable with a right angle plug and no ear hooks for my earbuds. You might try messaging the store and asking if they can provide you with the right-angle connector instead. Please let me know if you find any.

Cheap right angle 3.5mm plug / mmcx: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804139811725.html

More expensive, better build, right angle 3.5mm plug / mmcx: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804140223116.html

 

[mt877]

I'm looking for an earbud (warmer tuning) with a smallish shell, do you guys have any recommendations for me? I'm a bit lost in the world of earbuds..

Shozy BK is what you are looking for. They use the PK shell which has the smallest diameter.

Do a forum search and you will find they are described as having a warm signature. I have a set and I like them a lot.

 

[anli]

Cheap right angle 3.5mm plug / mmcx: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804139811725.html

More expensive, better build, right angle 3.5mm plug / mmcx: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804140223116.html

Thanks. Unfortunately the first is with mic, and the second seems to be too heavy (I mean the jack itself: I don't want a cable to look costly, just to be functional). Have contacted RY, and he has sent RY-C9 but with L-plug. Will see...

 

[fooltoque]

Cheap right angle 3.5mm plug / mmcx: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804139811725.html

More expensive, better build, right angle 3.5mm plug / mmcx: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804140223116.html

That second one looks really nice. I love silver cables. So flashy

 

[mt877]

Thanks. Unfortunately the first is with mic, and the second seems to be too heavy (I mean the jack itself: I don't want a cable to look costly, just to be functional). Have contacted RY, and he has sent RY-C9 but with L-plug. Will see...

I hope it's one you like.

 

[mt877]

That second one looks really nice. I love silver cables. So flashy

Yep, looks really nice. If I were looking for a cable with a right angle plug I'd probably get it.

 

[loveinbud]

Has anyone tried this yet? Lavender White Dragon. Shells looks unbelievable handcraft. Can anyone suggest any earbud that has customise or unique shape?

 

[arar]

I've been going back to the office recently so I've been getting reacquainted with my portable gear, and got to wired earbuds and specifically the NiceHCK DIY MX500s today and man, every time I'm reminded how much I enjoy the sound of these. Thick and warm and bassy and all-enveloping and just completely my thing. Wish I could find a pair of TWS IEMs that sounded exactly like these, I think I'd be set for life. Definitely need some isolation for commuting, so these aren't very good for that.