[mebaali]

@Ravenrage - I bought mine (albeit Silver color plastic shell) for 9 US$ during its launch few months back (since then the price have been fluctuating for these earphones anywhere between 8 US$ to even maximum of 14 US$) http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/KZ-ATE-Copper-Driver-Ear-Hook-HiFi-In-Ear-Earphone-Sport-Headphones-For-Running-With-Foam/1358152_32337313320.html
 
 
Though, I have not bought from the following seller, you can get ATEs for even cheaper price of less than 9 US$ (seller have got good feedback score/reputation at Aliexpress) here http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2015-New-Arrival-Original-KZ-ATE-3-5mm-in-ear-Earphones-HIFI-Metal-Stereo-Earphones-Super/32490515402.html
 
#hopethishelps

 

[Ravenrage]

@mebaali , Thank you so much.
 
Also, will there be any custom charges as well - if so then how much ?

 

[mebaali]

@mebaali , Thank you so much.

Also, will there be any custom charges as well - if so then how much ?

With KZs i have never had the instance of paying customs duty. Most of these are under 20 US$ and comes in a very basic packaging(usually small in dimension) through china registered airmail means it is rare for anyone to get charged by customs.

Still, it is safer to avoid multiple items in a singlle go or heavy items(full sized cans) or items with lithium batterirs that has more than high chance of making you pay hefty customs charge on delivery.

Btw, when using china post, Delivery time can be anywhere between 20 to 60 days.

 

[HiFIMan02]

Hey its rp hje 125 sound the same as Rp tcm 125 And hje 120?

 

[B9Scrambler]

Hey its rp hje 125 sound the same as Rp tcm 125 And hje 120?

The 125s (both) are much warmer, smoother and bassier than the 120s. Also more refined. I would personally take the 125s 10/10 times if asked.

 

[HiFIMan02]

I thought hje 120s have more bassier and clarity than 125s ?

 

[B9Scrambler]

I thought hje 120s have more bassier and clarity than 125s ?

The 120s definitely have more clarity, but I found them significantly less bassy. The 125s have some serious low end grunt.

 

[HiFIMan02]

Thankyou soo much to tell the diffrent

 

[B9Scrambler]

Thankyou soo much to tell the diffrent

No prob Normally I would go for the model with better clarity, but the 120s just sound grainy in comparison. They're really starting to show their age I bought a pair when they first came out....however many years ago that was. The newest version (think I've owned two or three pairs) was downgraded....cheaper cable and poorer sound quality. I was pretty disappointed with them. The 125 is a much better product imo.

 

[suman134]

 Sorry guys!! Sorry for not keeping up.
 
 It seems like all questions have been answered!!
 
 I hope you guys had an awesome Festive season.

 

[B9Scrambler]

You too Suman!

 

[suman134]

Brainwavz BLU-200 review.
 
http://www.head-fi.org/products/brainwavz-blu-200/reviews/17041

 

[suman134]

 

[smltngs]

Hello suman,   i am on the search for my next IEM.  
 
Previously used Creative Ep-630, some skullcandy, soundmagic es18 , cowon em1. Now presently using Cowon Ek2 since one year.  I like Cowon Ek2 ,also liked EM1 previously. 
Also used for a few hours Piston V2 , Brainwavz Jive, Audio Technica ATH-CLR100BK , House of Marley Little Bird, only for a few hours. 
 
 
I am no audiophile but I like Cowon Ek2 out of all IEMs I used. Piston V2 and Brainwavz Jive felt too harsh, ATH-CLR100 feels more tight,not very natural.
 
Main purpose:  My usecase is different than usual. I use my IEMs on my PC mostly for GAMING and MUSIC, switching between IEM and Swans M10 Speakers. ( I know IEMs are not meant for my usecase probably but I find headphones CANS too painful and hot. Tried Sennheiser HD 201 and Samson SR850, not my cup of tea )
 
Please suggest me a good upgrade IEM to my Cowon EK2 in different price ranges, 1k 2k 3k. Would really appreciate if my usecase is factored in. Are KZ's a worthy upgrade. Also heard about Ostry KC06 in youtube channel TekSyndicate saying it was very good for gaming. Are they worth the premium for a non-audiophile like me, do they make such a huge difference.

 

[suman134]

  Hello suman,   i am on the search for my next IEM.  
 
Previously used Creative Ep-630, some skullcandy, soundmagic es18 , cowon em1. Now presently using Cowon Ek2 since one year.  I like Cowon Ek2 ,also liked EM1 previously. 
Also used for a few hours Piston V2 , Brainwavz Jive, Audio Technica ATH-CLR100BK , House of Marley Little Bird, only for a few hours. 
 
 
I am no audiophile but I like Cowon Ek2 out of all IEMs I used. Piston V2 and Brainwavz Jive felt too harsh, ATH-CLR100 feels more tight,not very natural.
 
Main purpose:  My usecase is different than usual. I use my IEMs on my PC mostly for GAMING and MUSIC, switching between IEM and Swans M10 Speakers. ( I know IEMs are not meant for my usecase probably but I find headphones CANS too painful and hot. Tried Sennheiser HD 201 and Samson SR850, not my cup of tea )
 
Please suggest me a good upgrade IEM to my Cowon EK2 in different price ranges, 1k 2k 3k. Would really appreciate if my usecase is factored in. Are KZ's a worthy upgrade. Also heard about Ostry KC06 in youtube channel TekSyndicate saying it was very good for gaming. Are they worth the premium for a non-audiophile like me, do they make such a huge difference.

 
  If you are Okay with KZ earphones I think you should get the ED9, they have an open sound and are close to EK2's tonality.
  I think you are not a fan of darker sounding earphones, you will like most of the KZ earphones, they all are bright sounding earphone with balanced bass.
 
  Before i recommend you anything, tell me what kind of sound signature you are after.