[assassin10000]

First time building my own earbuds. Modified mmcx housings and the popular PK DIY SR2 16ohm drivers (at least according to Chitty store on AE which sells both). Just finished them up, verified phase/polarity is good and currently have them on burn-in (100+ hrs is reported necessary).

 

[Mhog55]

First time building my own earbuds. Modified mmcx housings and the popular PK DIY SR2 16ohm drivers (at least according to Chitty store on AE which sells both). Just finished them up, verified phase/polarity is good and currently have them on burn-in (100+ hrs is reported necessary).

Very nice bud. Those look great

 

[Mhog55]

So what's the deal with 100 plus burn in hours for earbuds? Is this some sort of mandatory between earbud enthusiasts? I know there has been great debate regarding headphone burn in, and I can't really say if I'm on or off board with it. I've really only noticed detectable differences over time with one headphone (Nightowl) I get the rationale behind it, but it would seem less needed when dealing with these tiny earbud drivers, or is it the opposite for some reason?

 

[assassin10000]

Very nice bud. Those look great

Thanks. Hoping they sound just as good .

So what's the deal with 100 plus burn in hours for earbuds? Is this some sort of mandatory between earbud enthusiasts? I know there has been great debate regarding headphone burn in, and I can't really say if I'm on or off board with it. I've really only noticed detectable differences over time with one headphone (Nightowl) I get the rationale behind it, but it would seem less needed when dealing with these tiny earbud drivers, or is it the opposite for some reason?

Nah. I do it 'just in case'.

As far as that DIY SR2 16ohm driver I just used for my diy earbuds, it was reported in this thread that particular driver needed that amount of burn in. Ymmv.


I never did a back to back test with a pair burned in and a new pair.

 

[chinerino]

Do you think the cable is causing the problem? Does it only happen if you move the cable? If so, you could recable it... or ask someone to help you. Don't just throw it away.

but i think cost of fixing it costs more than buying a new one lol

 

[chinerino]

And may i ask what is the difference between RY4S HI/UE/PLUS? im very confused thinking to buy the mmcx 300ohms version but not sure what other options offers

 

[ClieOS]

So what's the deal with 100 plus burn in hours for earbuds? Is this some sort of mandatory between earbud enthusiasts? I know there has been great debate regarding headphone burn in, and I can't really say if I'm on or off board with it. I've really only noticed detectable differences over time with one headphone (Nightowl) I get the rationale behind it, but it would seem less needed when dealing with these tiny earbud drivers, or is it the opposite for some reason?

We like to age SQ like fine wine but also hopelessly wishing it won't turn into vinegar.

 

[ClieOS]

Yincrow RW-1000: carbon fiber diaphragm with titanium coating, price around $155, ETA end of the month

 

[40760]

So many new earbuds... so little money...

 

[HungryPanda]

I know and not enough time to listen to them all

 

[mbwilson111]

but i think cost of fixing it costs more than buying a new one lol

The HE150PRO costs $29. You can get a new cable for $7 or less. If you need help with the soldering I know there are many earbud enthusiasts in your country. Many of them are on the EA group on FB.

here is an example https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32825334277.html

or, less expensive .. and closer to what we spend on diy cables.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32736401844.html

You can also do a search and find many options

 

[ClieOS]

Someone is saying what?

 

[jogawag]

Someone is saying what?

How is the Smabat M1 Pro's sound comparing Smabat ST-10's? Especially Bass sound?

 

[Xamdou]

Not sure if it's already mentioned. For those interested in OURART QJ21, you are able to trade in your old ourart earbud and receive a discount(depending on model) for your preorder in taobao.

You will only need to send in your old earbud after receiving your new one

 

[RobinFood]

Someone is saying what?

How do you have time to listen to all that gear?
Also which do you choose as your daily drivers when you are not listening to brand new buds?