DriftingOtter
New Head-Fier
Hi everyone, I just wanted to get on here to bring some word out on a custom open-source iem/ciem project I have been working on for a few months.
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So I don't want to make this long but, TLDR: I have been into music for many years now, and I recently (1-2 years ago) got into the IEM hobby/sphere, from learning about 'Kilo-buck' iem to strange and unusual feats of engineering in the wearable audio products sphere was really cool for me to learn as it allowed me to understand how, and why certain headphones or earbuds sounded the way they did and why some made the music more than just a 'song' but a whole 'experience' at times.
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As for the project, I decided to create a "reference" DIY IEM that was around the ~$200-300 dollar range. "Why this range?" well, since I was just focusing on learning how to make a 'good' sound pair of IEMs I didn't want to lose sleep over affordability as it would be a little silly since I am not mass-producing these anyways.
The IEMs themselves specs-wise are a 4 BA + 4 Way passive crossover IEM that aims to target a similar tuning to the Moondrop X Crinacle DUSK.
Though the tuning is *HIGHLY INDIVIDUAL SPECIFIC* The whole point of the project is to be able to have all the tools and items necessary already pre-made (mostly*) which allows you to use the project as a basis to tune and create an IEM for yourself. With that said, you may find certain design choices very unusual or very specific to me, but as GitHub provides you with literally everything you need to make the IEM; from the crossover simulation file (VituixCAD), circuit schematics (KiCAD), PCB design file (KiCAD), and CAD shell design files (Fusion), I believe that the project provides first-time (and veteran) iem enthusiasts with at least a basis to modify and create their owm IEMs from a 'template' start point.
I must be clear that I have not tested out the iem for myself IRL, as previously stated it costs around ~300 dollars to buy & build, and thus is too expensive for me atm, Thou I hope someone else with a little bit more 'green' in their pocket can maybe test and build it for themselves to see how it sounds
(lmk how it is!)Lastly, since the project file are mostly set for you to work with, I will be fousing more on the (currently W.I.P.) wiki for the project, to document many of the findings in my research and learning. If you believe you can better provide your own expertise in this endevour, feel free to create a pull request and I will try my best to integrate your effort into the larger project!
I believe that this little project of mine can give those who are just getting into the hobby of CIEMs or those who are thinking about it even just a little bit to be able to be given the confidence to make that 'first step' in getting into a journey/hobby that gets you hooked on being able to create the most beautiful pieces of art that you can listen to out there
(p.s. Please read the README file on the page to understand the licensing and rules regarding selling your own iems that are based on my project.)
Thank you again for letting me yap about my small project that is been my love letter to this entire hobby and community. Have a great rest of your day/night!
Regards,
DriftingOtter.
