Low end. Cheap. Generic. Otherwise bang for buck cable thread!

[AmericanSpirit]

I've been similarly impressed with XINHS cables, the included cases are very good too. ivipQ seems to be the same manufacturer, I've had ivipQ cables arrive in XINHS cases so I suspect, one may well be the OEM manufacturer, for the other. Both offer custom cables upon request and it's worth checking both, as they offer different specials and pricing. NiceHCK are my other favorite.

XINHS’s aliexpress rep is very very customer oriented person.

When I placed XINHS 8core graphene cable for my qdc IEM, before sending out the package they contacted me “of you your orders is a qdc cable, which has flipped +/- than regular 2pin, please confirm it’s what you are looking for “

Very good. Almost old SONY’s customer service level.

Although it’s not Aliexpress, among 20,30 cables I have, I found PW Audio’s Copper 28 has very good warm signature associated with. Usually PW Audio throws ridiculously crazy priced high-end but this particular Copper 28, is $89. I can justify that. It’s not much different from their $560 copper M2 cable that comes with MEST MKII’s stock.

I’ve tried copper 28 on almost all IEM inventories of mine, and there is almost none that show “ew” level of final product, so it matches very nicely with all.

PW offers $70 Legend II, which I also have. But that’s a hard push to recommend, not all-rounder.

You can find PWA Copper 28 from this MTM store
https://www.mtmtaudio.com/collectio...ts/pw-audio-copper-28-headphone-upgrade-cable

 

[AmericanSpirit]

I just got a 8-core silver plated copper cable for my Moondrop Kato’s, and I like that it’s lighter and more flexible than the OEM, but I don’t think it sounds different at all. And it was ~$12 to the US, and the connectors are great. I’m not inclined to believe that cables make a sound difference, and that perhaps is why I don’t notice a difference (it’s either there and I choose not to hear it, or it’s not there and I choose not to hear it). But I sure do like AliExpress.
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mt29dzq

I have the same initial edition bonus cable cames with Kato, and yes they both sound similar, and for single dynamics , cable effect is very minimal to my understanding. BAs are more sensitive to cables.

Basically cable of makes 5% difference, and single dynamic driver is less sensitive to that slightest 5%.

This is the last niche, to who have done everything to the rest of 95% of contributing factors.

Here is my old posts about cables:

My view toward cables is,
They are the least prioritized last resort of the contribution factors in reproduction of musiccould be composed by following:

Original mixing/mastering (20%)
Playing source format (10%)
DAP(20%)
IEM(30%)
Eartips(15%)
Cables(5%)

Thankfully ear tips(15%), and rest of 30%(mixing/format) are still in the domain of public interests, so 45% of factors are still controllable.

Unfortunately DAP /IEM/ Cables has certain high-ballers throwing crazy prices, which I do not appreciate. I believe all human are deserved with good listening environments, music has no border, unfortunately those high-end products has border, not everyone has financial capability for spending $500 for a hobby.

 

[AndreRitter]

Just replaced the straight 3.5mm on my one of these...
https://www.audioreviews.org/nicehck-c16-5-16-earphone-cable-review/
...with a right angle Neutrik I had laying about.
Somewhat disappointed to find that the copper is taking negative duties and the silver positive.

 

[saldsald]

I have the same initial edition bonus cable cames with Kato, and yes they both sound similar, and for single dynamics , cable effect is very minimal to my understanding. BAs are more sensitive to cables.

Basically cable of makes 5% difference, and single dynamic driver is less sensitive to that slightest 5%.

This is the last niche, to who have done everything to the rest of 95% of contributing factors.

Here is my old posts about cables:

My view toward cables is,
They are the least prioritized last resort of the contribution factors in reproduction of musiccould be composed by following:

Original mixing/mastering (20%)
Playing source format (10%)
DAP(20%)
IEM(30%)
Eartips(15%)
Cables(5%)

Thankfully ear tips(15%), and rest of 30%(mixing/format) are still in the domain of public interests, so 45% of factors are still controllable.

Unfortunately DAP /IEM/ Cables has certain high-ballers throwing crazy prices, which I do not appreciate. I believe all human are deserved with good listening environments, music has no border, unfortunately those high-end products has border, not everyone has financial capability for spending $500 for a hobby.

Which DAP are you using now?

 

[-rowan-]

Just sharing a recent positive experience with Xinhs, as they are frequently mentioned here:

A few weeks back a postal error caused a package with 3 cables from the Xinhs AliExpress store (value ~£100) to get lost. When I contacted them they were professional and friendly, and sent out replacements which arrived quickly and without issue. Definitely better than many stores on AliExpress.

As for the cables themselves, they are great. There is a reason they are so often recommended! Especially if you want cables that have a bit of character so you can use them to complement a particular IEM.

Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with Xinhs beyond being a customer, and just wanted to report on great customer service. To avoid accusations of shilling, I also love cables from Penon & Venture Electronics!

I had a similar experience with XINHS some time back when I had some trouble with one of their adapters. They were likewise professional and friendly and sent me a replacement with my next order. They and Penon and Venture Electronics are my go-to sources for cables as well (and no, I have no affiliation with them, only received solid customer service).

 

[domq422]

Anyone have impressions with this cable from Xinhs?

https://a.aliexpress.com/_msUjeLa
XINHS 4 Core 6N Single Crystal Copper

I have this cable on my Monarch MKII and it's a really nice cable. I wanted something thick like the stock cable but without the fabric as it caused some microphonic properties. I love it. Note it's a little on the stiff and heavy side, but it looks quite beautiful.

 

[ld100]

Ordered a bunch of things from XINHS previously and it was great. Good quality. Tried to order something now and it is a pain. Seems that a different person is answering the messages using Ali translator probably. Decided not to order anything for now...

 

[ST33L]

Not low end, but definitely bang for the buck: Audiophile Ninja: https://www.audiophileninja.com/

 

[JEHL]

Is this EoL for my Zonie?

 

[Carpet]

Is this EoL for my Zonie?

Nah! It's still got gold plating on some of the contacts. Clicks and pops when you plug it in just add character!

 

[Ace Bee]

Under $100, ISN Audio H2 is a very powerful contender with almost no cons I can think of. Read below for my more detailed impressions:

https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/isn-audio-h2.26206/reviews#review-29693

 

[shimigg]

Can someone recommend a cable from AliExpress for the Fir Audio Neon 4 ? Can't figure out which connector it needs , Xinhs or so would be great

 

[shimigg]

Also same recommendation for the UM Mest.

 

[Leonarfd]

NiceHCK BlackCat Zinc Copper Alloy Oil Soaked

 

[Leonarfd]

Just got some AliExpress goods, bought the NiceHCK BlackCat Zinc Copper. Only tested them on my Shozy 1.1, sound has more weight going from stock cable. Was supposed to be a cable for my wifes Blon 03. Kinda want them myself now.

Cable is soft and I have nothing to complain about, or maybe I would have liked them more without the cable guide.