flightlessbird
New Head-Fier
Hi Folks
I've only recently discovered the wonderful world of ChiFi IEMs. I started with the 7hz Salnotes Zero, which I loved the clarity of (for the money) and treble presentation. I ordered the Zero Red and the EW200 as next steps.
To be honest, I've found the Zero Red a bit of disappointment. It's competent but not much fun and to me just sounds a bit boring. I really like the EW200. Compared to the Red, it's got lots more base, it sounds more spacious and has a bit more life to it. It's not perfect obviously, the treble can get a bit rough but it's fun to listen to.
I want to try some different cables but I'm also wondering about taking the next step up in quality to around $100. Could push the budget a bit higher but not to $200. The EA1000 sounds interesting but it's out of my budget and I'm sensitive to treble - so worried about that one.
Have consider Kiwi Ears Melody, EA500LM (when it's out) and the Hidiz MP145 or NickHck F1 Pro but am basically just confused about where to go next.
Any thoughts appreciated from more experienced listeners.
Thanks!
FLB
I've only recently discovered the wonderful world of ChiFi IEMs. I started with the 7hz Salnotes Zero, which I loved the clarity of (for the money) and treble presentation. I ordered the Zero Red and the EW200 as next steps.
To be honest, I've found the Zero Red a bit of disappointment. It's competent but not much fun and to me just sounds a bit boring. I really like the EW200. Compared to the Red, it's got lots more base, it sounds more spacious and has a bit more life to it. It's not perfect obviously, the treble can get a bit rough but it's fun to listen to.
I want to try some different cables but I'm also wondering about taking the next step up in quality to around $100. Could push the budget a bit higher but not to $200. The EA1000 sounds interesting but it's out of my budget and I'm sensitive to treble - so worried about that one.
Have consider Kiwi Ears Melody, EA500LM (when it's out) and the Hidiz MP145 or NickHck F1 Pro but am basically just confused about where to go next.
Any thoughts appreciated from more experienced listeners.
Thanks!
FLB