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

[ac3knight]

I tried them and everything seem great. I was about to report that, when suddenly I switched to Netflix and the sound was gone on the right ear. I put it back in the case and it was fine again, seemed like just a glitch and then -- again!

So I don't know if it's LG or the buds, but it's definitely something I hadn't experienced before. It's a shame because it turns out there was a movie I wanted to see, and it sounded awesome.

Thanks... Mine has an issue with the right bud too (random crackling) and also frequent drop outs for both sides.

 

[ac3knight]

I have the LG C2, it has issues with most bluetooth speakers and all of my TWS. I think the TVS just suck at bluetooth tbh, probably using SBC codec with poor signal and electronic interference

Like the guy above me said, worked ok with the PX8 but if it drops out for any reason it continues to drop out constantly. Same with bathys, galaxy buds 2 pro, buds 3 pro, airpods max, logitech g560, JBL pulse... I swear it's the TV

Unfortunate that there are random compatibility issues. The LG TV works with others I've tried including Technics AZ80, Sony WF, Bose QC series, Fiio, Jabra, etc.

Was looking forward to using the ZX1 PNK because they sound amazing but unfortunately they don't jive well with the TV.

On another note, I recently got the LG T90s buds. They work flawlessly with the LG G2 OLED.

In fact, the T90s is the only TWS that shows a "Dolby Surround" icon next to the device name in the TV's Bluetooth pairing menu (rest of the TWS I've paired before don't have this feature/icon). I guess it's because the T90s supports Dolby Atmos onboard in it's implementation.

When using TWS and viewing Netflix on the LG TV, shows/movies in surround or Dolby Atmos are typically downmixed to 2-channel stereo when transmitted over Bluetooth.

With the T90s however, the audio format stated for such shows/movies still show up as "Dolby Atmos" in the Netflix menu, which means that the virtualizer onboard the TWS is active.

 

[cresny]

I have the LG C2, it has issues with most bluetooth speakers and all of my TWS. I think the TVS just suck at bluetooth tbh, probably using SBC codec with poor signal and electronic interference

Like the guy above me said, worked ok with the PX8 but if it drops out for any reason it continues to drop out constantly. Same with bathys, galaxy buds 2 pro, buds 3 pro, airpods max, logitech g560, JBL pulse... I swear it's the TV

My C2 works with the Galaxy buds Pro 3, and until the ZX1, every other set of buds that thrown at it.

 

[Womaz]

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[Peter Hyatt]

Recommendation for wireless —listening to Qobuz through iPhone—-?

Seeking best sound quality for classical music, though a bit less concerned with ANC. Not for workouts.

 

[botmann]

I'm not sure about specifically for iPhone, but sound quality wise in general, your best bets would Sennhienser, B&W, Avoit TE ZX1, or Samsung from the reviews I've read/seen. This will depend on the "sound" you enjoy most and your budget. Samsung's Pro series have more that "audiophile" sound. They probably "sound" a little better on Samsung phone since they can use Samsung's propriety codec (SSC) which can have a higher bit rate; they only have AAC, SBC, and SSC.

The issue is that Apple limits the BT codecs to AAC, ALAC, and SBC. Thus, you may be served by getting an Apple Airpods; I would still suggest pro since they'll have a little passive noise canceling and you won't need to play as loud and ultimately could save your hearing.

If you want to be a little budget friendly, you could get previous of many of these TWS such as Galaxy Buds Pro 2. Otherwise, you could got with some of the lesser known Chinese brands like SoundPeats. I personally like the H1 or H2 series. Not as feature rich. Their TWS are still pretty good; a little more bassy. I personally like more neutral sound. I also prefer earbuds with multiple drivers. I also don't like to spend much money on TWS because when the batteries go, they're basically trash.

The option, which is little less convenient, but can open up the options, is to get a Bluetooth dongle. FiiO does offer lightening cable versions for some, but then you have something hanging off your phone. I know FiiO said they were going to release the KA10 which is another dongle but only BT transmitter, which looks for very small and could be more like an attachment for your phone. I do not know with any kind of certainty it will work in your situation because of iPhone attachment limitations or any case you have on your phone.

 

[JoshG1217]

Recommendation for wireless —listening to Qobuz through iPhone—-?

Seeking best sound quality for classical music, though a bit less concerned with ANC. Not for workouts.

Noble Audio H-ANC punch above their weight at $129. Aviot TE ZX1 sound a little better (wider stage and separation), but cost $200 more, and in my experience, have a less stable connection. If you like stems, the nothing ear are good for the price. A lot of people seem to like the apple tws for apple, but I have never been personally impressed by them. Not sure anything besides an apple product is specifically better for iphone. Most sets have AAC. THe noble H only have aac and sbc. They are a little simple from that perspective. They feel like an after thought from noble audio, but they are a very under rated set. The technics AZ80 are good as well.

What I often do is buy several sets on my CC from amazon, compare them, and keep the one I like, and return the rest. Without having a decent audio store around, that is my only way to actually hear anything.

 

[Mark Wollschlager]

Drop has the Campfire Orbit for $99, a pretty good price.
I like my Orbits ( picked up at the same price from Drop ).
I don't want ANC and phone calls aren't a priority. The music sounds great and the isolation with some Final E tips is just right for walking the dog and stuff.

 

[ngoshawk]

My review of the Edifier Stax Spirit S10 is now live. This is a pretty darn good TWS:

S10

Cheers.

 

[HeadphoneAddict00]

I had a pair. I liked them. They're a good set. Didn't fit my ears super well (it's possible I have weird ears) so I never got a great seal. I'm very happy with my H anc and my aviot te zx1, but I'm hoping the tech keeps improving for full lossless, and better dacs. I know I'm likely dreaming, but I'd pay $1500 for a tws thieaudio prestige that sounds as good wireless as wired.

Definitely, I think in 5 years or so TWS will be where Thieaudio Prestige is now. Just judging from the bluetooth roadmap and what they hope to achieve in bandwidth, along with all the money behind TWS technology. Airpods are already overtaking the GDP of small countries lol

 

[heliosphann]

My review of the Edifier Stax Spirit S10 is now live. This is a pretty darn good TWS:

S10

Cheers.

Just picked them up this morning for $239 new on Amazon. Unfortunately, it looks like they're OOS now.

 

[JoshG1217]

My review of the Edifier Stax Spirit S10 is now live. This is a pretty darn good TWS:

S10

Cheers.

I couldn't get a decent seal, so hard to judge their sound. Nice package though. It presented as a high end iem. Stems don't really work for me though.

Glad you liked them.

 

[dweaver]

Think I might give the Earfun Pro 4 a whirl... Canada Prime day and they are $87 so about as good a price I have seen.

Also interested in the Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro but not available except through US Amazon so would end up being more than double the cost of the Earfun and Loud and Wireless sound samples sound very similar, I actually like Liberty sample a tiny bit more but double the cost... I think I can wait until the Liberty 4 is in Canada and on sale...

 

[helmutcheese]

The Earfun were cheaper at launch AFAIR with the early bird deal and/or Amazon Voucher

Out the cheaper brands I will wait on the new Soundpeats 5 Pro (whatever they call them) the Air version just got reviewed by a few YT channels today but I read here it will be 2025.

 

[Quaz1]

7mb update available for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.

Not a lot given away in the notes. "better sound and connection" essentially.