IEM Suggestions

[paspro]

Hi all,

I am looking for a wired IEM with the following specifications:

1. Compatible with Android devices.
2. Replaceable cable.
3. Price around 250 Euros/$.
4. Punchy bass and lively sound.
   
5. Good build quality.

Any recommendations?

Examples considering:

1. Pioneer SE-CH9T
2. Panasonic RP-HDE10E
3. beyerdynamic iDX 200 iE
4. Audio Technica ATH-LS70iS
5. Sony XBA-N3AP
6. Sony XBA-N1AP
7. Fostex TE05BK

 

[scrape_]

Similar situation here, budget as well around 250 EUR

Dunu DN-2002 (275 EUR new at lendmeurears)
Audio Technica ATH-E50 (200 EUR)
Pioneer SE-CH9T (90 EUR)
Sony XBA-N1AP (150 EUR)
Vsonic GR07 Bass detachable version (2017 edition) (100 EUR)
Beyerdynamic iDX 200 iE (150 EUR)

I guess that the DN-2002 could be the absolute winner here. What about the rest of them or maybe someone has a good recommendation. I have GR07 classic, they are OK, except for the bass and higher freqencies, the soundstage is satisfactory. LG G6 will be the source.

 

[Intensecure]

Sony XBA-N3AP

I've heard the Beyer, AT, and Vsonic, and own the Sony XBA N3. I also tried JVC woodies, even the most expensive ones, and a variety of other stuff up to $1000, and those Sony were the absolute best for my tastes. Very deep, dynamic bass, clear unveiled treble, smooth mids. Nice build, super comfortable. I'm very happy with them.

 

[Niouke]

Westone W20 may fit your bill?

 

[ProtegeManiac]

Hi all,

I am looking for a wired IEM with the following specifications:

1. Compatible with Android devices.
2. Replaceable cable.
3. Price around 250 Euros/$.
4. Punchy bass and lively sound.
   
5. Good build quality.

Any recommendations?

VSonic VSD3. Just order a different cable because the stock one is atrocious. I think the Fiio replacement cables for Shure IEMs will work, unless what you mean by "compatible" is an inline remote.

 

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Doesn't Sony XBA-N3AP have the same driver as Sony XBA-N1AP, just the casing is better or so? Price is double, is it worth it? Would VSD3 be anyhow better than GR07 bass?
Westone W20 are exactly 250 here in Germany, though by reviews I'm leaning more towards Dunu DN-2002.

 

[ProtegeManiac]

Would VSD3 be anyhow better than GR07 bass?

GR07 is louder but even the VSD3 is already bass heavy. VSD3 fits better in more ears but of course YMMV.

 

[Intensecure]

Doesn't Sony XBA-N3AP have the same driver as Sony XBA-N1AP, just the casing is better or so? Price is double, is it worth it?

The N1 uses a standard driver coating, the N3 uses liquid crystal coating with a dynamic driver chamber for enhanced sound. Yes, IMHO the extra is worth it, but it's only 50% more where I live, I paid $190, at which price it is incomparable. The bass has more definition, goes deeper, mids are clearer. But the N1 is still a very good IEM.
Edit: the Dunu is very nice, but the treble is very hot, has some sibilance and wasn't as clearly voiced as the Sony. All IMHO.

 

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So, still no clue, hah.


Audio Technica ATH-E50 (150 EUR)
Sony XBA-N1AP (150 EUR)
Vsonic GR07 Bass detachable version (2017 edition) (100 EUR)
Beyerdynamic iDX 200 iE (150 EUR)

Pioneer SE-CH9T (90 EUR) still curious about them, but more focus on 200-300 price range
Sony XBA-H3 (250 EUR)
FLC FLC8S (275 EUR)
Sony XBA-N3AP (300 EUR) maybe somebody knows where to get them cheaper
Westone W40 (250-300 EUR #USED#)

*Dunu DN-2002 (275 EUR new at lendmeurears) # bought used here, will post what I think about them when they arrive.

In general the idea was to check out some hybrids, your thoughts guys?
Music is generally rock / metal reaggea / hiphop / jazz, well, I'm quite an all rounder.