[Spacedeck]

  For those interested, Fidue A83 made it 4th in this line-up of "best in-ear for 2015"

 
I did see this video.  Are these guys though of as reputable then?
 
Are these the best earphones that can be purchased in this price range?  I still feel the wire is drawing me in more and more.

 

[H20Fidelity]

 
 
 

   
I did see this video.  Are these guys though of as reputable then?
 
Are these the best earphones that can be purchased in this price range?  I still feel the wire is drawing me in more and more.

 
Providing your requirements fit then at its current US pricing I believe A83 is the best hybird on the market before diminishing returns hit atm. With a good source they can sound pretty amazing especially for detail / vocal seekers, they're not perfect with limitations in soundstage width (though nothing too narrow) and their fit can be a little troublesome for a few people. (Spiral Dot tips help solve this) When you knock A83 up to AUD prices where our stores are asking $400 AUD a set then that deal becomes less sweeter when US Amazon sell them for $279.
 
I was just reading your thread and I'd be a little concerned about two things you're after.

1) A83 have fairly low isolation
2) If the fit doesn't work well and you're going to be walking a lot these may cause you some problems.
 
As for the video, I haven't heard much about that review site though going off what I've heard and their ratings they seem legit.

 

[Spacedeck]

Thanks.  Ouch at the price then.  in the UK they are being sold for £269.99 which at the current exchange rate against the US $ it would cost $399.66.  Against your AUD it comes out at 521.94.  That's some pretty hefty pricing for us but this is typical of being British

 
I suppose I need to keep searching.
 
Regarding the noise isolation comment.  It would be nice but it is something which could be compromised a little.  I still need to be fully aware off the roads / traffic around me.
 
The problems with the fitting is that, there isn't anyway to know unless I tried them.

 

[H20Fidelity]

 

Thanks.  Ouch at the price then.  in the UK they are being sold for £269.99 which at the current exchange rate against the US $ it would cost $399.66.  Against your AUD it comes out at 521.94.  That's some pretty hefty pricing for us but this is typical of being British 

 
I suppose I need to keep searching.

 
Well, I suggest you check out the A83 reviews if you haven't already, that will save you sifting through this maze of a thread. Basically the bulk summary can be found there.
 
http://www.head-fi.org/products/fidue-a83-reference-class-triple-hybrid-iem/reviews
 
A lot of the Shures and Westone models have decent isolation and fit, Etymotic has some of the best isolation in exchange for low comfort levels. You could consider Dunu DN-1000 to research too. Most of all dig in and get reading.
 
Don't read too much though, often it just becomes more overwhelming. 

 
Good luck, Spacedeck person!

 

[yellojello]

Is there something as comfortable and great sounding as the A83, but with the bass signature of the DN-1000 or GR07 BE? I think this would make me 100% happy.

 

[olddude]

Sure.  Well, Shure.  The Shure SE846 for $1K.  Enjoy.  

 

[Soundsgoodtome]

Am I the only one to think that anything above $500 for an iem is ludicrous? Sorry I digress.

Fidue A83 is a lot of bang for the buck, so is the UE900S imo of course.

 

[yellojello]

Am I the only one to think that anything above $500 for an iem is ludicrous? Sorry I digress.

Fidue A83 is a lot of bang for the buck, so is the UE900S imo of course.

 
Well, I'm sure its all relative. Back then, I thought over $200 is high. Now my threshold is around $300-$400. But again, I've never heard anything over $500. 
 

  Sure.  Well, Shure.  The Shure SE846 for $1K.  Enjoy.  

 
I hate you. 

 

 

[olddude]

You could try a custom cable on the Fidue.  Moon Audio has a nice one that should add a bit to the sound.  But if you are a basshead (the Dunu1K sound), maybe try a Dunu Titan.  I hear they are good.  Not heard one myself, though.  

 

[Brooko]

Nope - Titan is wonderful, very clear, nice slight V shape - but not hugely bassy (only slightly elevated).  A83 has more bass - quantity and impact.
 
If you want more bass out of the A83 - just use EQ.

 

[olddude]

There's your answer.

 

[d1sturb3d]

I am having a hot spot on my right ear when wearing the a83. Maybe because I am trying to push it more inward to get a better isolation and better fit. A couple of head movements and the fit also moves. Hmnn what to do

 

[olddude]

Change tips.  Also, "sometimes" if you simply twirl the tip you have on there around a few times it will seat better.  

 

[Yobster69]

They can be had at $288 in Aliexpress, if you can stand the 2-3 week wait

 

[puffmtd]

After the initial frustration and nearly sending these back because I couldn't get a proper fit or seal, I did a little swapping.  I took a Linum Baxx cable that I had and that along with some Spinfit tips, made these one of my favorite iem's.  Kudos Fidue!