[bluesnrock]

I'm looking for a new IEM now that my MH1 C is having issues (1 ear is much quieter than the other). I guess you could say I also want to upgrade to higher quality IEMs. I play them unamped so that's a consideration.

I mainly listen to blues rock, pop rock, and classics but I'm also open to listening to all kinds of music so I suppose good mids are very important as I don't listen to much bass heavy music. I'm looking to spend less than $100. I have no problem with a neutral sound but an interesting sound wouldn't be bad either. The gr07s caught my eye at first from all the rave here and I like the idea of a quality balanced signature.

But this is a pretty decent investment for me and I want to know what the best options are before I impulse buy a pair.

 

[zunehdrocks]

Neutral:
Me electronics a161p

Fun:
Ttpod t1e

 

[bluesnrock]

ttpod t1e is interesting. How does it fare compared to more expensive IEMs seeing as it's only about 40 bucks? Also, what are it's strengths and cons?

 

[zunehdrocks]

ttpod t1e is interesting. How does it fare compared to more expensive IEMs seeing as it's only about 40 bucks? Also, what are it's strengths and cons?

A reputable site for buying asian iems is penonaudio

 

[zunehdrocks]

ttpod t1e is interesting. How does it fare compared to more expensive IEMs seeing as it's only about 40 bucks? Also, what are it's strengths and cons?

I haven't tried them myself but they seem like another killer value iem. Theres not many dual driver iems in the sub-100 range let alone sub-60.
Some reviews:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/accessories/review-ttpod-t1e-dual-dynamic-ear-t2855003
http://www.head-fi.org/t/728860/ttpod-t1-e-impressions-thread

 

[bluesnrock]

Yeah they look pretty good but my concern is detail and instrument separation as well as vocals. Perhaps I'm wrong but bass seems to be a large focus of these IEMs. The price point is very attractive but I wonder how it is with regards to these factors I mentioned as well as the genres listed in my OP.

 

[zunehdrocks]

Yeah they look pretty good but my concern is detail and instrument separation as well as vocals. Perhaps I'm wrong but bass seems to be a large focus of these IEMs. The price point is very attractive but I wonder how it is with regards to these factors I mentioned as well as the genres listed in my OP.

The me electronics a161p, etymotic hf5, and havi b3 pro 1 seem more like what you're looking for then. The havis will need an amp.
http://www.head-fi.org/t/711582/havi-b3-pro-1-impressions-thread

 

[zunehdrocks]

Yeah they look pretty good but my concern is detail and instrument separation as well as vocals. Perhaps I'm wrong but bass seems to be a large focus of these IEMs. The price point is very attractive but I wonder how it is with regards to these factors I mentioned as well as the genres listed in my OP.

It seems like the instrument seperation and soundstage for the ttpods is supposed to be really good but the highs are laid back and that may decrease detail.

 

[Music Alchemist]

Look no further than this IEM thread that compares hundreds of them in all price ranges.