[marcus2704]

I am looking for a IEM to be paired with my Astell & Kern SR15.

I listen to a mixture of hip-hop, electronic, R&B and classic rock so I would say that bass is important to me, but also sound quality and I look for a engaging, lively sound.

My shortlist is down to the below and I wondered if anyone had any thoughts on my picks, or recommend something else?

Campfire Audio Polaris
Westone B30
.. and as an outside option, a 2nd hand set of Campfire Audio Andromeda's w/balance cable.

 

[Patzig]

Based on your genre's mentioned, and looking for "lively", I'd stay away from westone. I've had 2 westone's, they are extremely dry with light bass. I think looking at used is a good option too. Alot of people here rotate through iem's, finding what works best for them. Pretty easy to find lightly used equipment for a fraction of what it cost new. Lastly, if you're considering Andromeda, take a look at the Vega too. Bass monster, in quantity and quality.

 

[kendosperling]

I would add to settle on a budget that fits you and start from there. I think for the genres mentioned a hyla CE-5 or TE-5B might be a great pick.

 

[dairy]

Andromedas are great, especialy with the SR15, but I think for the genres you mentioned, you may not be satisfied with the quantity of bass on the Andros.

 

[serman005]

A Vega could work.

 

[surfgeorge]

Actually a used Astell & Kern T8iE MKII could also match your expectations...

 

[starfly]

Actually a used Astell & Kern T8iE MKII could also match your expectations...

Or Beyerdynamic Xelento for that matter. Just a slightly different sound than T8IE.

 

[marcus2704]

Thanks for all the recommendations, I decided to go for the Andromeda's along with my SR15. Will be picking them up next week