Going fully Wireless IEMs. Too soon? Or are we there yet?
Apr 23, 2023 at 1:14 AM Post #52,276 of 62,456
Apr 23, 2023 at 6:50 AM Post #52,277 of 62,456
In Taiwan but I feel somewhat underwhelmed by the current TWS lineup considering I brought Linkbuds S, Liberty 3 Pro and Galaxy Buds 2 Pro with me. I haven't checked the tech markets yet though. XROUND VOCA seems promising but not too keen on stems, the VOCA Max (over-ear) seems like a good alternative to the Edifier WH950NB and Soundcore Q45.

The Linkbuds S did great on my flight, the plane engine and people sounds were nicely attenuated. The GBuds2Pro not so much, even though it may remove a bit more in the lower frequencies its ANC is so uneven that high-frequencies bleed through easily. Didn't get to test the L3P on the flight but previous tests on the commute would put it more or less in between but more like the GBuds2Pro.

I just wish I had something like the Linkbuds S for ANC but with more clarity. They remind me of the Shure SE215 which had a reputation for an aged "dark chocolate" sound which seemed to fall behind compared to the emerging Chi-Fi IEM market. But in some situations (after a long day) I still appreciate its warm/rich sound compared to the fatiguing L3P.

A Chinese brand so I'm not sure I can find it here but I've also seen some discussion about the Unique Melody Um-Free which has a dynamic driver and a bone conduction driver (not sure how that works!). Nice design similar to Sony XM4
https://www.uniquemelody.co/productinfo/1329253.html
 
Apr 23, 2023 at 1:54 PM Post #52,281 of 62,456
 
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Apr 24, 2023 at 5:59 PM Post #52,284 of 62,456
Really like the MU3 but do find myself cranking up the volume. Is it just me not being used to a more balanced sound or do others find it to be a bit on the quiet side?

I tweaked my app EQ just a smidge to add some warmth and a bit more bass since I am so used to those being elevated. But other than that, the signature and overall sound of these is just so nice and natural.
 
Apr 24, 2023 at 10:46 PM Post #52,288 of 62,456
Hi guys, I'm kinda on a lookout for a pair of TWS to replace my Jabra Elite 75T, any good alternatives besides the XM4? I tweaked the EQ on the jabra app for personal preference, so the default sound out of the box is good for me. Just that the battery's getting weaker, hence the lookout for replacement
 
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Apr 25, 2023 at 12:38 AM Post #52,289 of 62,456
Btw; the water cooler blog is all TOTL IEM now, that might fit there..
I think the link was to explain the technology of the wireless U-Free from the company using bone conduction for highs
 

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