[DangerClose]

How big is the soundstage on something like the ATE compared to headphones?  I have a pair of CK700 that are said to have a good soundstage, and the left/right is surprisingly good for a tiny thing you jam into your ear, but the left-right is a narrow tunnel, and overall it's kind of like the Monoprice 8323 soundstage, in that a tunnel of left-right is nice but everything else has a hard time being out of your head.

 

[TwinACStacks]

 
Heck I barely hit $25 on both the youth ED9 and VJJ's so what else can I throw in this basket that is Twin approved (and that I don't have already like Zircon's and over half the KZ lineup)

VJJVJJVJJVJJVJJ

have you tryed the EARMAX ER580?  It's okay nothing great though, Or the Moaol MP850 Dual Driver? How about a KZ Micro Ring?
 
If you wanna go to the next Level: Bette (I.valux) 10mm F3 or Puro IEM500 Which is a Dead on Audiophile Phone. The Bette isn't real far behind it in Quality either.
 
Little more spendy around $43-50 if U know where to look. Otherwise the Puros are $130-$200.
 

TWIN

 

[Lohb]

  I mainly use my Samsung Galaxy Alpha for my earphones
Pretty much all my music is 320kbps mp3
But on my PC I have the CREATIVE Sound Blaster 5.1 (I haven't really used them on that yet though)

I'm just not sure then, as I'm really sensitive to ragged treble and ED9 are spot-on for me with gold tips. I found ED10 too ear-ripping in the treble region.

 

[raybone0566]

have you tryed the EARMAX ER580?  It's okay nothing great though, Or the Moaol MP850 Dual Driver? How about a KZ Micro Ring?

If you wanna go to the next Level: Bette (I.valux) 10mm F3 or Puro IEM500 Which is a Dead on Audiophile Phone. The Bette isn't real far behind it in Quality either.

Little more spendy around $43-50 if U know where to look. Otherwise the Puros are $130-$200.

TWIN

I found the puro ie500 for 49.99 from shopdivvy.com. They are the seller selling them on eBay. Got shipping notice about 2hrs. After I ordered

 

[CoiL]

  How big is the soundstage on something like the ATE compared to headphones?  I have a pair of CK700 that are said to have a good soundstage, and the left/right is surprisingly good for a tiny thing you jam into your ear, but the left-right is a narrow tunnel, and overall it's kind of like the Monoprice 8323 soundstage, in that a tunnel of left-right is nice but everything else has a hard time being out of your head.

ATE has one of the best out-of-headstage imaging and presentation out of KZ IEM`s imo. Depending on music and source being used, it can even reach close to Fidelio X1 soundstage. Though, lot depends on source gear and personal preference. Some find ATE too laid-back and "veiled". I do not agree with latter opinion, JMSO.

 

[eaglearrow]

  ATE has one of the best out-of-headstage imaging and presentation out of KZ IEM`s imo. Depending on music and source being used, it can even reach close to Fidelio X1 soundstage. Though, lot depends on source gear and personal preference. Some find ATE too laid-back and "veiled". I do not agree with latter opinion, JMSO.

What tips would you suggest to use on ATE's? I can't seem to find a decent tip to make them sound good enough (compared to ED10). Also, i cant seem to find a decent fit in one go. Need to keep adjusting them every now and then?

 

[B9Scrambler]

UE600 and Huawei Honor tips; both of those work well with the ATE. I ended up going back to a tip similar to the stock large tips (those generic black silicone ones), but the silicone on this other pair is softer. Not sure what they were from originally unfortunately.

 

[andione1983]

Just received a set of ed9s last week after reading all the positives on here, very impressed for a cheapo set of headphones, still have a few other pairs on the way to try.

Sent from my LG-D802T using Tapatalk

 

[robervaul]

This aliexpress'festival 11.11 is a really fake. HDS1 will be more expensive than it was.

 

[antoniosv90]

It really depends on the store. The KZ original store is offering 3€ discount on the HDS1, ED9...But it's true, they higher prices on the festival so to seem like they're making a huuuge discount

 

[CoiL]

 

  ATE has one of the best out-of-headstage imaging and presentation out of KZ IEM`s imo. Depending on music and source being used, it can even reach close to Fidelio X1 soundstage. Though, lot depends on source gear and personal preference. Some find ATE too laid-back and "veiled". I do not agree with latter opinion, JMSO.

What tips would you suggest to use on ATE's? I can't seem to find a decent tip to make them sound good enough (compared to ED10). Also, i cant seem to find a decent fit in one go. Need to keep adjusting them every now and then?

Depends what size are You usually using? I`m using smallest size and deep insertion. For me personally those tips give best result:
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KZ whirlwind smallest tips that doesn`t come with KZ IEM`s and must be bought separately.
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/3-Pairs-3-Size-In-Ear-Bud-Earphone-Covers-Headphones-Gel-Tip-Case-Replacement-Silicone-Earbuds/32416239335.html?spm=2114.01020208.3.27.UKnSLt&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2_91_71_72_73_74_75,searchweb201644_5,searchweb201560_9
 
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No-name white very soft smallest silicones: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Compatible-With-MDR-EX-Series-Ear-Bud-Gel-Tips-Various-Colours-x-6-Pieces-/272024112783?var=&hash=item3f55e68e8f
 
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No-name blue "CX300" smallest silicones: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141721545729?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
 
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JVC Spiral Dot smallest: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131640696097?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&var=431011778928&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
 
They all are very good but my 2 favs are white ones and Spiral Dot`s.
 
Main thing is to get large as possible bore opening.
 
For medium size preference I would recommend Spiral dots in MS or M size and "CX300" blue ones.
 
These should be also good but haven`t received them yet: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251455352309?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

 

[LuparaX2]

Good thing I ordered the HDS1 for € 6,32. Was hesitant but for that price should have ordered more than 1 pair. 

 
Edit: you can still get them for a good price now 
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-KZ-HDS1-Miniature-In-ear-with-Microphone-Mic-Earphones-HIFI-Wire-Headphones-Metal-Bass-Stereo/32523892711.html
And the shipping seems faster too with guaranteed 35-day delivery. 

 

[rjbell]

Anyone ever had any luck contacting them? I've messaged twice regarding a bulk order but no reply.

 

[eaglearrow]

 
Depends what size are You usually using? I`m using smallest size and deep insertion. For me personally those tips give best result:
*
KZ whirlwind smallest tips that doesn`t come with KZ IEM`s and must be bought separately.
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/3-Pairs-3-Size-In-Ear-Bud-Earphone-Covers-Headphones-Gel-Tip-Case-Replacement-Silicone-Earbuds/32416239335.html?spm=2114.01020208.3.27.UKnSLt&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2_91_71_72_73_74_75,searchweb201644_5,searchweb201560_9
 
*
No-name white very soft smallest silicones: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Compatible-With-MDR-EX-Series-Ear-Bud-Gel-Tips-Various-Colours-x-6-Pieces-/272024112783?var=&hash=item3f55e68e8f
 
*
No-name blue "CX300" smallest silicones: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141721545729?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
 
*
JVC Spiral Dot smallest: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131640696097?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&var=431011778928&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
 
They all are very good but my 2 favs are white ones and Spiral Dot`s.
 
Main thing is to get large as possible bore opening.
 
For medium size preference I would recommend Spiral dots in MS or M size and "CX300" blue ones.
 
These should be also good but haven`t received them yet: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251455352309?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Thanks, I always wanted to try the spiral dots. But im worried that it may tame the treble too much.

 

[Podster]

I found the puro ie500 for 49.99 from shopdivvy.com. They are the seller selling them on eBay. Got shipping notice about 2hrs. After I ordered

THX raybo and Twin, did not do much for my AliEx cart but I sure could not turn this down! http://www.shopdivvy.com/collections/audio/products/puro-sound-labs-iem500-studio-grade-in-ear-monitors-with-dual-dynamic-drivers