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

[CJYYZ]

I'm surprised that other than erockg and maybe one other person on this thread, no one else has tried/commented on the Lypertek Z7s. Especially since Headfonia has recommended them on their TWS list. Lypertek may not be a big name in this crazy competitive market, but their short track record has been pretty impressive overall with the Tevi/Z3s. I personally love the Z7s, but this is my first foray into the TWS world. So compared to everyone else's experience on here, I'm a toddler in a room full of black belt martial artists. That being said, I give them two pudgy little thumbs up!

 

[assassin10000]

Still happy with my Sabbat X12s for running (ZERO thump) after 2+ years but the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have dropped in price (70€ on Amazon.de) so I'm...tempted. Is there any advantage to using them for running over the X12s ? If not fur running would they be better for cycling thanks to their ANC ? The X12s are ok when climbing but as soon as the speed picks up the music is really drowned by wind noise Thanks !

Given how much more tucked into the ears the Buds Live/Beans are, I would hope for a big improvement (reduction) in wind noise. But I can't say for sure.

the buds live ANC is so nonexistent that i never turn them on.. they do increase the bass quantity in ANC mode, so might help a little.

it does sound good when using them for walking, though haven't tried them for biking yet.. i might try them riding motorcycle at slow speed tomorrow to emulate bike riding and see if there's wind noise

↑ but he'll be able too.

 

[bronco1015]

Apparently Anheuser-Bush put the Budwiser name on a pair of TWS...wow.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B093X5MYCT?th=1

 

[TK33]

Still happy with my Sabbat X12s for running (ZERO thump) after 2+ years but the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have dropped in price (70€ on Amazon.de) so I'm...tempted. Is there any advantage to using them for running over the X12s ? If not fur running would they be better for cycling thanks to their ANC ? The X12s are ok when climbing but as soon as the speed picks up the music is really drowned by wind noise Thanks !

I use the Galaxy Buds Live for cycling primarily because of their lack of noise cancelling. I ride a road bike in NY so I need to be able to hear my surroundings. I do start to get wind noise at 15-16 mph though but not sure if there is a better solution. Let's me hear my GPS and calls.

 

[clerkpalmer]

I'm surprised that other than erockg and maybe one other person on this thread, no one else has tried/commented on the Lypertek Z7s. Especially since Headfonia has recommended them on their TWS list. Lypertek may not be a big name in this crazy competitive market, but their short track record has been pretty impressive overall with the Tevi/Z3s. I personally love the Z7s, but this is my first foray into the TWS world. So compared to everyone else's experience on here, I'm a toddler in a room full of black belt martial artists. That being said, I give them two pudgy little thumbs up!

These look interesting. 149 on Amazon today and I’ve got 113 in points. The form factor looks awful though. Looks like sq should be stellar. Does Samsung implement aptx adaptive?

 

[Tommy C]

Nice! Sonarworks has always been a bit of an interesting company and their SoundID profiles are pretty spot-on for adjusting to studio curves. Similar tech is baked into the Jabra app for use with the EA75t/Elite 85t and I've also seen it used with the Soundcore Liberty Air Pro 2.

I knew Soundcore was using Sonarworks but didn't know Jabra does as well as I just have their older model. What's nice about the app is that you could apply it on many other TWS.
It's not perfect by no means but another thing to fiddle around with to get better sq.

Also, and I'm sure you will find it interesting, after doing some digging, I have found that the Monster Inspiration 700 is sharing similar design and tech with other TWS (surprise, surprise eh?) with Cleer Audio Alley Plus, Monolith M-TWE and Tronsmart Apollo Bold as they all use very similar shells and the Qualcomm QCC5124 chip.
you know what else has the Qualcomm QCC5124 chip? The Qudelix 5K that you had recommended me

 

[CocaCola15]

Could … not … resist. Ordered the UE Fits. Ended up at $174 with 25% discount to get on their mailing list (will direct it to my junk folder). Downside, 4-6 week waitlist for black.

 

[davidcotton]

I use the Galaxy Buds Live for cycling primarily because of their lack of noise cancelling. I ride a road bike in NY so I need to be able to hear my surroundings. I do start to get wind noise at 15-16 mph though but not sure if there is a better solution. Let's me hear my GPS and calls.

Go slower on the bike ?

 

[davidcotton]

Could … not … resist. Ordered the UE Fits. Ended up at $174 with 25% discount to get on their mailing list (will direct it to my junk folder). Downside, 4-6 week waitlist for black.

International dealers coming soon apparently.

 

[Tommy C]

Anyone here is using the Anker Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro?
I see $50 off coupon on Amazon Canada which brings the price down quite a bit.
I hate the form factor, but if they sound good I might be able to bring myself to give them a shot.

 

[clerkpalmer]

Go slower on the bike ?

Nah go faster and turn up the volume. Seriously, get the Garmin Radar system. I wouldn’t ride on a street without it and it lets you use headphones.

 

[miserybeforethemusic]

Anyone here is using the Anker Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro?
I see $50 off coupon on Amazon Canada which brings the price down quite a bit.
I hate the form factor, but if they sound good I might be able to bring myself to give them a shot.

They're decent. Pretty generic consumer tune, but the app is great. Should check with my son to see if he even uses his anymore; if not, maybe we can work something out.

Fit's going to be hit/miss. Not everybody's a fan of TWS with stems, but Soundcore's implementation wasn't too bad. $100 is plenty fair for them (what I'm seeing on the US direct site); if you can get them for $50, it's a no-brainer.

Anticipate needing new tips, though. Was not a fan of the stock ones.

 

[scubaphish]

Looks like Klipsch has a new ANC offering. The McClaren edition looks pretty nice. AAC only? Some new tech on board including drivers, digital processing and head gestures. How did these originally sound? Any reason to try these?

https://www.engadget.com/klipsch-t5-ii-anc-true-wireless-earbuds-announced-130001664.html

what makes you say AAC only?
I love the sound of my old G17 sound bar...this is super tempting

Update, now I see where you might have seen it; found this on world wide stereo product page

• Bluetooth Specifications:
  • Version: Bluetooth 5.0
  • Profiles: A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, HSP 1.2, HFP 1.7A2DP
  • Codecs: SBC, AAC®
  • Range: Up to 10m (33ft.)
  • Input Rating: 5V DC, 1.0A
  • Battery Status: iOS & Android

 

[erockg]

Damn you’re making me wish I went mclaren! But the price after tax was off putting. I was right there with you with the Dash. Loved em.

I know, it's pricey. I just didn't want the steel because of scratches. Hopefully, I have them this week. Grabbed the Nuratrue buds too. Testing them out today.

 

[chinmie]

Thanks, looking forward to reading your feedback. I think that wind noise is going to be unavoidable for an open/earbud design though as the "air flow" that lets you hear what's going on will just increase with speed.

I've stopped using the little foam sleeves with the X12s as they kept humidity and the charging contacts got corroded. I finally managed to clean them but now the sound isn't as good as the move around a bit. Will try to reuse them maybe by removing them each time to let them dry.

yeah, as nice foams are, in sweaty situations like sports, either i have to take it off and wash them after each exercise, or better not using it altogether.
By the way, do you still have those X12 rubber sleeves from the package? Those are quite nice for sport. We have to take them off when putting it back to the case, but sure a lot easier to take off and clean compared to foams