[jusxusfanatic]

IEMs under 500

I currently own a pair of dunu dn2000j, but dont want to get it fixed again as it'll be the second time. I listen to pop and metal, what would be ideal for roughly $500?

 

[PaganDL]

Hi @jusxusfanatic,

I would suggest you look at iBasso IT 04 as that would fit your budget perfectly.

Hope you have a great day !

 

[SBranson]

I suggest the Fearless Audio S8 Freedom. For the price I think you'd be hard pressed to find anything close. Personally I prefer them to the Campfire Andromeda.. really.

 

[Tsukuyomi]

I would suggest the campfire orion. They were great from what i can recall. I also listen to metal, rock and pop stuff.

https://campfireaudio.com/shop/orion/

 

[jusxusfanatic]

thank you all for the recommendations~ want some more before I make my decision

 

[Tsukuyomi]

Fiio FH5?

I found them okay sounding, but i liked the campfire orion better. imo. They had a smoother sound? idk if that makes sense lol. the FH5 felt a bit pushed and flat and tingy.

 

[cocolinho]

IEMs under 500

I currently own a pair of dunu dn2000j, but dont want to get it fixed again as it'll be the second time. I listen to pop and metal, what would be ideal for roughly $500?

stretch your budget and buy a 2nd hand Andromeda for USD650/700

 

[maira]

I found them okay sounding, but i liked the campfire orion better. imo. They had a smoother sound? idk if that makes sense lol. the FH5 felt a bit pushed and flat and tingy.

I feel the same about the FH5.

 

[Wyville]

thank you all for the recommendations~ want some more before I make my decision

You can have a look at the Custom Art FIBAE Black. I just reviewed them (link) and they are very impressive for the price. An easy-going signature that is very musical and engaging, and you can have them as CIEMs if you want, or simply as universals. Custom Art has other models that could be very interesting as well: https://thecustomart.com

 

[Tsukuyomi]

They aesthetically looks better ..lol

Honestly, when it comes to aesthetics in the audio game. most "ugly" (subjective) looking things sound better because they put more money into the internal components rather than on the outside.