[Dixieland57]

Hi, I'm looking for a good combo that work good for 300$
 
Listen to all style of afro american music, Jazz, Funk, Soul, Rnb, Hip Hop, Gospel, Blues
 
Any recommandations?
 
Thank you

 

[Dixieland57]

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[Beyakusenn]

The combination I have right now: The HiFiMan RE-400 + Fiio X1 is very good in my opinion.
 
I'm sure there are better in-ears out there because the RE-400 is $79 and the budget (after the X1) would be $200. There are many comparisons of different IEMs on Head-fi, so you might want to look there.

 

[Dixieland57]

What do you think about TDK BA200 with Fiio X1, not too warm?

 

[Beyakusenn]

I honestly don't know because I have never heard those.
The RE-400 are fairly warm IEMs and I don't have a problem with the X1. The Fiio DAP is neutral after all. In an extreme case you could use the built in equalizer.

 

[Dixieland57]

ok from what I've seen Fiio X1 is a good alternative, not as big as a Fiio X3 or iBasso DX50 but have a good sound.
 
the thing is I don't know which iem to buy for having a good synergy with the X1

 

[Beyakusenn]

If you want slightly more detailed DAP, more equalizing possibilities, USB-DAC option and a more powerful amp, you might want to get the Fiio X3 II together with the RE-400.
 
However headphones, or in this case IEMs, will always be the weakest link, so I usually recommend getting better IEMs first.
 
I don't think you need to worry much about synergy. The most important factor is the headphones. Other gear will change the sound a bit, but not nearly as significantly as different headphones.

 

[Dixieland57]

ok so what iem do you recommand?

 

[EagleWings]

  ok so what iem do you recommand?

 
Look into these:
 
Dunu DN-1000
V-Sonic GR07
V-Sonic GR07 Bass Edition
Shure SE-215
RHA MA750
Trinity Delta
Yamaha EPH100

 

[Dixieland57]

I think with my budget I can find something better (more pricey) no?

 

[Beyakusenn]

  ok so what iem do you recommand?

I'll be getting the Custom Art Music One soon. You can have a look yourself here: (scroll down)
http://www.head-fi.org/t/478568/multi-iem-review-346-iems-compared-philips-fidelio-s1-and-s2-added-10-04-15-p-1087

 

[Dixieland57]

It's custom only right?

 

[Beyakusenn]

Yes, it is. It takes a bit longer to get done obviously, but I must say I am happy with the service they have provided me with till now. The passive noise isolation is usually very good with these and there are many customization possibilities. I like the option to get removable cables in particular. While riding my bicycle there are repetitive movements, so with the X1 in my  pocket the cable will break eventually no matter how careful I am (2 years seems to be the max).

 

[JoeDoe]

Fiio X1 or iBasso DX50 for the DAP, and then Shure SE215, Brainwavz S5, or Dunu DN1000.