[golov17]

I asked Blox about choosing between TM9 or their new YIN earbud for classical music.

Spoiler: Response from Mr. Woo

we only use new driver for YIN, the rest(cable, jack are the same)

Yin give a better clarity and detailed while still smooth.
faster speed and more weight of impact, sound stage is similar.
so over all they are more engaging.

Both are good for classical musics if you like a laid back sound then you
can go with the TM9 but if you like more engaging and topnotch clarity
then you can go with the YIN.
over all YIN hold a better technical

I'm going to order a YIN.

I confirm. I used the Yin prototype for a few weeks. TM-9 is too soft to compare. TM-9 owners complains ... This has been fixed in Yin. IMHO

 

[cocolinho]

TM-9 is too soft to compare. TM-9 owners complains ... This has been fixed in Yin. IMHO

Yeah, that was my biggest complaint about TM9, overly smooth, no energy and nothing impressive from technical point of view.
It looks like a confession from Mr Woo himself by releasing these Yin so quick after TM9. It would be fair if he'd offers discount for the TM9 owners because to be honnest I think these TM9 are a fail.

 

[j4100]

I'm going through my options for 11.11 and I'm pretty much not going to buy any high end buds. I seriously doubt anything on Ali is going to completely outclass the ZOE or Samsara, or a couple of others I have, so I'm aiming for the Linsoul (or the Fengru PK1), catching up with some of the thread faves, the EMXs500's, the RY4S UE, and the Snow Lotus 1.0+. I also fancy that sandalwood one I mentioned earlier this week that MB Wilson has. Still torn as whether to buy a Toneking TO200/400 or Svara-L. Hmmm.

Anything I missed?

 

[waynes world]

I'm going through my options for 11.11 and I'm pretty much not going to buy any high end buds. I seriously doubt anything on Ali is going to completely outclass the ZOE or Samsara, or a couple of others I have, so I'm aiming for the Linsoul (or the Fengru PK1), catching up with some of the thread faves, the EMXs500's, the RY4S UE, and the Snow Lotus 1.0+. I also fancy that sandalwood one I mentioned earlier this week that MB Wilson has. Still torn as whether to buy a Toneking TO200/400 or Svara-L. Hmmm.

Anything I missed?

The Fengru PK1, RY4S UE and SvaraL are the ones I'm familiar with from your list, and they are the main three I've been mainly listening to lately, so I think you're on the right track

Personally, I'm on the fence about the Samsara, as I've heard good things, but I've heard not such good things. And they are rather pricey.

I'm still very interested in the Vunbud though.

 

[j4100]

The Fengru PK1, RY4S UE and SvaraL are the ones I'm familiar with from your list, and they are the main three I've been mainly listening to lately, so I think you're on the right track

Personally, I'm on the fence about the Samsara, as I've heard good things, but I've heard not such good things. And they are rather pricey.

I'm still very interested in the Vunbud though.

Ahh! The mysterious Vunbud. Yeah, I saw that on Rholupat, but it sold out quickly and I missed out. I would buy one if another batch appeared. I also love that VJC cable that is on some of the other buds Ahdi sells, so could be tempted one of those. I'll need to wait until 11.11 is out the way though!

 

[mochill]

He should give us TM9 owner a free yin

 

[itomu]

Hello round-up.
RY4S(white cable) has arrived. It's soft cable and big plugs.Sound is I feel almost the same.maybe...Maybe? because left RY4S is broken.
Sound is not detailed or rough. But RY4S is flashy and energetic, it makes me feel fun.

 

[mbwilson111]

He should give us TM9 owner a free yin

or at least let you exchange it.

 

[Grayson73]

I've been gone for a long time. I have the original VE Monk that I bought for $5. What's the best earbud for $10 or less with a similar sound sig? Will use with desktop, no amp nor dac.

 

[waynes world]

I've been gone for a long time. I have the original VE Monk that I bought for $5. What's the best earbud for $10 or less with a similar sound sig? Will use with desktop, no amp nor dac.

Best with similar signature is the VE Monk

Many would suggest though that the best under $10 would the RY4S (UE cable).

 

[waynes world]

Totally OT, but if anyone is looking for a simple, inexpensive yet awesome desktop USB DAC, condider Massdrop's Grace Designe SDAC:
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-x-grace-design-standard-dac

I just got it hooked up, and listening to Radiohead's Moon Shaped Pool. Wow, I should have gotten it a long time ago.

 

[groucho69]

He should give us TM9 owner a free yin

Could happen....sigh

 

[jant71]

I found these. They probably came with my S7 Edge, and I just threw them in my bud-box:



I'm either drunk, crazy, or both, but with a bit of bass boost, they are sounding pretty good to me! And, they are pretty comfortable.

That's it - I'm selling off all of my gear!

A bit smaller than I liked but those are good buds if you got the fit and some seal to get the bass they can have. Probably in between the Vido/Monk range and the Snow-lotus 1/0+/PT25. On par with the Philips SHE4205. Just needed bigger attachments, even these were too small for me...

 

[toear]

Totally OT, but if anyone is looking for a simple, inexpensive yet awesome desktop USB DAC, condider Massdrop's Grace Designe SDAC:
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-x-grace-design-standard-dac

I just got it hooked up, and listening to Radiohead's Moon Shaped Pool. Wow, I should have gotten it a long time ago.

Sorry to go a bit off topic... What did it end up costing you to get it over the border? I've been eyeing this but am also looking at other budget-friendly options...

thanks!

 

[waynes world]

Sorry to go a bit off topic... What did it end up costing you to get it over the border? I've been eyeing this but am also looking at other budget-friendly options...

thanks!

I did get hit with $9.95 handling fees and $12.58 taxes. Sigh.