New IEM recommendation, over the ear or normal? <$150

Mar 20, 2017 at 8:57 AM Thread Starter Post #1 of 10

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My VSD5 have started cutting out on left ear after 2 years of use now. I am looking for a good replacement this time, with better build quality than Vsonic, in the budget around $100-$150 max.
Preferences are similar or better sound stage and separation, good isolation and fit, as i use them outdoors alot. I am not that sensitive to sparkling highs as VSD5 were, and like some thump in the lower end, though it should not overpower other frequencies.
 
The tracks i mostly hear to are classic rock n roll (led zeppelin, queen, pink floyd etc), though my playlist consists of almost every type of music, from soul, jazz, r&b to metal.
I had preferences for VSD5S, but Vsonic's build quality is really tricky, and the thread discusses about some new VSD5S's failing in a couple of weeks.
 
Apr 4, 2017 at 8:55 AM Post #8 of 10
  You can try asking in this sub forum:
http://www.head-fi.org/f/7840/introductions-help-and-recommendations
 
I recommend the Co-Donguri Shizuku ($40):
http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/NEOACS-63681


Thanks, i already posted the thread in that sub forum (http://www.head-fi.org/t/842558/new-iem-recommendation-150) and got some replies, finalized on MA750i, but having difficulties in acquiring them from authorized resellers from RHA, as they say that the warranty on these would only be valid if purchased from authorized resellers mentioned on their website.
My next choice is GR07 with detachable cables, or 1more triple drivers.
 
May 26, 2017 at 11:08 AM Post #9 of 10
Finally, got the RHA MA750 only, from official reseller, so 3 year warranty is there now. :ksc75smile::ksc75smile::ksc75smile:
Short comparison to previous VSD5: Better instrument separation and soundstage, better bass, better build, on par isolation with tape mod on VSD5, but the sparkle in the treble is missing in comparison to the Vsonics. Overall, happy with the purchase, full review would be coming after the burn in period.
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