Going fully Wireless IEMs. Too soon? Or are we there yet?

[pitch_black]

What are the best wireless IEMs for SQ that you have tried?

The B&O EQ but try to avoid the sand color version. So far everybody with that pop/clip issue had a sand color, right?

 

[BooleanBones]

The B&O EQ but try to avoid the sand color version. So far everybody with that pop/clip issue had a sand color, right?

No, ours were black. I was just messing with @erockg when he was going to buy his next set.

 

[jsmiller58]

Pretty limited instrument separation/3D imaging, should be priced at 500€ max and I wouldn't pay 500€ for it. There are better alternatives at that price. LCD-i3, for example sounds much much much better. FLC8n, for example, a 300€ IEM, sounds better in all fronts. It was not a fair comparison, but I've comnpared them to QDC Anole VX and the difference was night and day. So much, I thought SHURE is really exagerating on the price. I've gotten Anole VX used for 1100€. That thing sounds as good as my ADAM A7X Studio Monitors.

What do you buy SE846 for? For the bass? There are bass monsters out there for a fraction of the cost.

Just my humble opinion. Your mileage may vary.

No worries, just wanted more detail on your opinion. The SE846 were introduced more than 5 years ago and a lot has changed since then. They once were pretty much summit-fi and could command premium pricing. Today? I think the price is too high, though they still sound nice to me.

 

[erockg]

No worries, just wanted more detail on your opinion. The SE846 were introduced more than 5 years ago and a lot has changed since then. They once were pretty much summit-fi and could command premium pricing. Today? I think the price is too high, though they still sound nice to me.

Agreed. Absolutely love them.

 

[erockg]

No, ours were black. I was just messing with @erockg when he was going to buy his next set.

Got my replacement black with no pop issue!

 

[jsmiller58]

I like them very much but at these times fiddling with the mask i find the EQ more convenient at the moment. But every now end then I sit at home listen with them for many hours.

usually I always have them with me anyway but here at holiday I only have the EQ with me - due to the weight - I’ll only traveled with hand luggage

Holidays on an island in the Aegean, and you only brought your EQs with you…. I think we can all say we feel for you…. Enjoy!!

 

[tombrisbane]

Got the B&O EQ’s today (with a free wireless charging pad which was nice!). Amazing buds so far! Have MTW2, Bose QC, Bose sports, Sony XM4’s an APP’s for comparison.

 

[pitch_black]

The Shures sound great with the included SE215s but now you can EQ them which makes them sound even better. That said, I ordered the SE846 which have 4 drivers. They should be here today and I'll post some observations. I had the last gen Fiio adapter and the Shure app really makes a difference. I don't know if many IEMs will fit the Shure adapters like they do the UTSW3s and the like. Hit or miss.

The wired SE846 have been many years my main headphone/iem. Even changed the color a few times, clear to black to blue and back to clear . Now wired IEMs behind the ears, also with that wireless solution seems to inconvenient with the mask . But as soon we’re back to normal I’ll may give a try.

 

[Luchyres]

Question for those of you with the Nura Trues - how are they for calls?

Also, do you find that they reach a failing point when EQing to add bass, or are these really the bass monsters they seem that you can really go for huge bass if you want to?

TIA!

 

[erockg]

The wired SE846 have been many years my main headphone/iem. Even changed the color a few times, clear to black to blue and back to clear . Now wired IEMs behind the ears, also with that wireless solution seems to inconvenient with the mask . But as soon we’re back to normal I’ll may give a try.

I use mine with my mask some days. Sometimes the mask loop can hook around the adapters and tangle. That said, it doesn’t happen often. Also, if you wear glasses, the adapters can get in the way, but it’s not that bad at all IMO.

 

[erockg]

Question for those of you with the Nura Trues - how are they for calls?

Also, do you find that they reach a failing point when EQing to add bass, or are these really the bass monsters they seem that you can really go for huge bass if you want to?

TIA!

I have used mine several times on phone calls and zoom calls. Nobody has ever had an issue with hearing me. They have never hit a failing point, if you mean distortion or anything like that. And yes they do have fun bass.

 

[AudioBomb]

Question for those of you with the Nura Trues - how are they for calls?

Also, do you find that they reach a failing point when EQing to add bass, or are these really the bass monsters they seem that you can really go for huge bass if you want to?

TIA!

I've just had one call and it seemed pretty good. But take this with a grain of salt. It was just one call.

They're bass monsters if you want to, never distort. At the same time, they're detail-monsters, never stop to impress me. I had to get used to their huge soundstage, it was a bit too much for my taste, but now I love it. They're incredible. Nura is end game for me for Bluetooth headphones.

 

[TK33]

I use mine with my mask some days. Sometimes the mask loop can hook around the adapters and tangle. That said, it doesn’t happen often. Also, if you wear glasses, the adapters can get in the way, but it’s not that bad at all IMO.

@pitch_black I agree with this. I use mine with a mask and glasses. The mask may get caught in the adapter but I think you just have to get used to making sure you are careful when taking the mask off. Didn't happen everytime.

Fit is a bit tight for me but it keeps the IEMs very secure and I actually think I prefer it to having glasses, mask and wires looping over my ear (easier to keep over the ear than wires). No risk of getting caught on a doorknob, armrest or someone else's backpack too. Obviously nothing beats TWS earbuds (non-adapter) for convenience though.

 

[erockg]

@pitch_black I agree with this. I use mine with a mask and glasses. The mask may get caught in the adapter but I think you just have to get used to making sure you are careful when taking the mask off. Didn't happen everytime.

Fit is a bit tight for me but it keeps the IEMs very secure and I actually think I prefer it to having glasses, mask and wires looping over my ear (easier to keep over the ear than wires). No risk of getting caught on a doorknob, armrest or someone else's backpack too. Obviously nothing beats TWS earbuds (non-adapter) for convenience though.

What tips are you using? I switched to the stock grey silicone, but have some Westone tips on the way to try.

 

[nekonhime]

I just snatched Klipsch T5 II anc for 170. Can't wait to compare them with the xm4, mw08, nuratrue (on the way from amazon)