Going fully Wireless IEMs. Too soon? Or are we there yet?
May 14, 2021 at 3:38 AM Post #33,182 of 61,355
First i have to say thank you for all the answeres! I did not expect to get so many infos in such a short time.
I spend some time to check the suggested devices.
@ miserybeforethemusic
After a bit of resurch i think i found the right one for me. The Qudelix 5k. It has everything i want
(exept the price. but i will not be happy with the cheaper ones, so i have to make it work).
I really like that i can use the EQ even when using the LDAC code. And a decent App is also worth a lot.
But i can not find any info which Windows versions are supported. I ask because i use a old Win 7 PC at my workbench and it would be nice if i could use the Qudelix 5k as a USB DAC when i am soldering /repairing stuff. But i have another question.
Please correct me if i am wrong. To use the 2,5mm outpute i would need a completly new cable for my CCA CKX (balanced cable?).
Because the standart 3,5mm cable is using common ground and 2,5mm not, there is no way to use a adapter from 3,5 to 2,5.?.?
If i am right can someone point me in the right direction to a decent cable that does not cost as much as the Heapphones :)?
 
May 14, 2021 at 4:24 AM Post #33,183 of 61,355
First i have to say thank you for all the answeres! I did not expect to get so many infos in such a short time.
I spend some time to check the suggested devices.
@ miserybeforethemusic
After a bit of resurch i think i found the right one for me. The Qudelix 5k. It has everything i want
(exept the price. but i will not be happy with the cheaper ones, so i have to make it work).
I really like that i can use the EQ even when using the LDAC code. And a decent App is also worth a lot.
But i can not find any info which Windows versions are supported. I ask because i use a old Win 7 PC at my workbench and it would be nice if i could use the Qudelix 5k as a USB DAC when i am soldering /repairing stuff. But i have another question.
Please correct me if i am wrong. To use the 2,5mm outpute i would need a completly new cable for my CCA CKX (balanced cable?).
Because the standart 3,5mm cable is using common ground and 2,5mm not, there is no way to use a adapter from 3,5 to 2,5.?.?
If i am right can someone point me in the right direction to a decent cable that does not cost as much as the Heapphones :)?
Correct. The wiring scheme itself is different, but the 3.5mm connection is a great starting point. Cables like the Tripowin C8 (check Amazon) are budget grand slams when you're ready to upgrade.
 
May 14, 2021 at 5:25 AM Post #33,184 of 61,355
OK Thank you again! Are all the 2,5mm cables for IEM´s balanced cables?
Will order the cable (from AE) at the same time i order the Qudelix 5k because the EU custom regulations change at 01.07.2021. From that time on we have to pay custom fees on all orders above 5€ inclusive shipping costs. So it makes sense to get things like this now.
And what do you think about the Tripowin Zonie 16 cable? I ask not because it is slightly cheaper. I ask because it looks like it is braided tighter. So i would expect that it will not twist/tangles that easy.

 
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May 14, 2021 at 5:58 AM Post #33,185 of 61,355
Thanks for the recommendations everyone, here is a few that seemed to popup:

UE FITS- $199// BT 5.0// Playback per chrage 20hr+// SQ- high
https://custom.ultimateears.com/pages/ue-fits

Nobel Audio Falcon Pro - $ 239// Playback per charge 7hr// SQ- High
https://www.nobleaudio.com/wireless/p/falcon-pro

Lypertek Pureplay Z7- $199.99 // BT 5.2 // Playback per Chrage 10hr but Can charge wirelessly from case? SQ??
https://www.lypertek.com/pureplay-z7

Cambridge Audio Melomania Touch- $129.99// BT 5.0// 50hr per chage// SQ- high
https://www.cambridgeaudio.com/usa/en/products/headphones/melomania-touch

Master Dynamic MW08- $299 // BT 5.2// Charge? // SQ- high
https://www.masterdynamic.com/products/mw08-active-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-earphones


For me the most important factors are Sound Quality, comfort and battery life/ connectivity. Probably hard to fins al those in one:)

ANC is not the biggest issue for me as I've never been a huge fan of it.

Im not sure if there is a big difference between Bluetooth 5.0 and 5.2?

So far it seems the the MWo8's are the best out in the list above? But the UE fits seem like they coudl be the kings of comfort?

Please feel free to add anything else!
 
May 14, 2021 at 6:17 AM Post #33,186 of 61,355
Thanks for the recommendations everyone, here is a few that seemed to popup:

UE FITS- $199// BT 5.0// Playback per chrage 20hr+// SQ- high
https://custom.ultimateears.com/pages/ue-fits

Nobel Audio Falcon Pro - $ 239// Playback per charge 7hr// SQ- High
https://www.nobleaudio.com/wireless/p/falcon-pro

Lypertek Pureplay Z7- $199.99 // BT 5.2 // Playback per Chrage 10hr but Can charge wirelessly from case? SQ??
https://www.lypertek.com/pureplay-z7

Cambridge Audio Melomania Touch- $129.99// BT 5.0// 50hr per chage// SQ- high
https://www.cambridgeaudio.com/usa/en/products/headphones/melomania-touch

Master Dynamic MW08- $299 // BT 5.2// Charge? // SQ- high
https://www.masterdynamic.com/products/mw08-active-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-earphones


For me the most important factors are Sound Quality, comfort and battery life/ connectivity. Probably hard to fins al those in one:)

ANC is not the biggest issue for me as I've never been a huge fan of it.

Im not sure if there is a big difference between Bluetooth 5.0 and 5.2?

So far it seems the the MWo8's are the best out in the list above? But the UE fits seem like they coudl be the kings of comfort?

Please feel free to add anything else!
haven't listened to the first 4, but if sound is top priority, don't get MW08 IMO. Borring splashy sound except for portions of the mids and treble. have you checked out the Technics AZ70? they're a huge step up in sound from the MW08, cost less at their full MSRP and have way better ANC which could be just a nice bonus.
 
May 14, 2021 at 8:42 AM Post #33,189 of 61,355
OK Thank you again! Are all the 2,5mm cables for IEM´s balanced cables?
Will order the cable (from AE) at the same time i order the Qudelix 5k because the EU custom regulations change at 01.07.2021. From that time on we have to pay custom fees on all orders above 5€ inclusive shipping costs. So it makes sense to get things like this now.
And what do you think about the Tripowin Zonie 16 cable? I ask not because it is slightly cheaper. I ask because it looks like it is braided tighter. So i would expect that it will not twist/tangles that easy.


What are these changes in customs regulations? With China? Please explain, thanks.
 
May 14, 2021 at 8:57 AM Post #33,190 of 61,355
Thank you guys for recommending FiiO UTWS3 + ZAX COMBO. Fantastic sound.
Any other recommendations to use with UTWS3, maybe with a little darker signature. UTWS3 + ZAX is a little bright for me.
Did anybody tried any Campfire Audio Products with Fiio?
 
May 14, 2021 at 9:01 AM Post #33,191 of 61,355
May 14, 2021 at 9:02 AM Post #33,192 of 61,355
Thank you guys for recommending FiiO UTWS3 + ZAX COMBO. Fantastic sound.
Any other recommendations to use with UTWS3, maybe with a little darker signature. UTWS3 + ZAX is a little bright for me.
Did anybody tried any Campfire Audio Products with Fiio?
I was thinking of buying the UTWS3 and pair it with the Moondrop Aria 2 (edit) and/or Ikko OH10.
 
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May 14, 2021 at 9:04 AM Post #33,194 of 61,355
Had some major issues to start, but they were pulled for a couple months IIRC and some have purchased them. pretty sure the previous issues have been resolved. People have great things to say about them.
IS there a difference in manufacturing, eg older units may not be able to resolve the connection issues? Or is it something that just a firmware update can resolve?
 
May 14, 2021 at 9:08 AM Post #33,195 of 61,355
Any suggestions for a good sports wireless IEM's?
If you get a good fit, I would recommend the Lypertek Tevi/Pureplay Z3. They have IPX7 rating which is great if you sweat/use it outdoors in rain etc..
I use them with the Comply foam tips. Lose a tiny bit of oomph in the bass, but it limits the "thump" when running to a minimum compared to silicone tips.
Edit: And they are loud :)
 
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