Hello,
I'm looking for an IEM that has a slightly stronger bass emphasis than the W4R, neutral mids and a slightly lower treble peak. Any suggestions?
I used to own the GR07 BEs and have been thinking about re-buying them. I see VSONIC, however, has a new line up coming so I've been reluctant to pull the trigger on them again.
There aren't many details available on the new VSonic lineup yet. The performance of the upcoming sets is still a total mystery.
Sounds like GR07 BE is still a good choice for you, especially at the current $130 price. The only alternative I can think of with neutral mids and bass qty similar to the VSonics is the Philips Fidelio S2, which I don't really recommend over the GR07s now that the GR07s are down to $130.
I'm looking for a comparable replacement for my Phonak PFE 022s, I had the grey filters but I much preferred the green. Phonak is no longer manufacturing these (sad).
- The bass was just about perfect for me, I wouldn't want to go much less than the PFE 012/022, but I don't need to go a ton more either
- I would like a bit bigger sound stage, but this is ancillary
- Comfort was amazing, this is huge for me
- Mic/ + 1-button control was very handy
- I got VERY little fatigue from these, I am prone to fatigue when the highs are too pronounced.
- I've grown to prefer over-the-ear
- Looking to spend $100ish
I'm waiting to hear some reviews on the HiSound BA100. I know that's in the queue, so I'll be patient. If anyone has heard the PFE 022's and knows of a similar off the top of their head, I would love to hear your recommendations.
If it helps, I went back to listening to my Xears TD II 100 Titans, and my ears are mourning the loss of my PFE 022's.
I've been a long-time lurker here, and I love this thread, I've been sending people to it for years now, so thanks for that Joker.
The PFE was one of the best earphones in that price range so it's not going to be easy to match.
The BA100 has much more in common with a gray-filtered PFE than a green-filtered one, so it's not a good fit for you. Your best bet might be the
SteelSeries Flux In-Ear Pro that's currently on sale for $75 (normally $120 or so). It's still a little more neutral than the 022 (green filters) but the bass quantity shouldn't be far behind and it's got the right form factor and feature set for you, plus very smooth treble.
Other options would be
-Shure SE215 - over-the-ear form factor, mic available as optional accessory, but has more bass than 022 and isn't quite as comfortable for me
-SteelSeries Flux (non-Pro) - these have the right amount of bass (more than the Flux Pro, a little more than the PFE022) but have a conventional form factor (can be worn over-the-ear, but not as easily as the Flux Pro) and a slightly more v-shaped sound to them. They're just $25 on sale right now, though
-Sony MH1C - better signature match than SE215 with even smoother treble but again might be too bassy for you, like the Shures, and can't really be worn over-the-ear
I just want to bestow a HUGE thank you for making this thread. Working my way through it but wow - just unbelievably enlightening. Thank you for helping this luddite up his game dramatically.
--Dan
Glad the thread is coming in handy