[52203]

Your ps is absolutely right - I was very conscious of that and I've only really started to get to know 2 of the sets I've bought, let alone the N3... thanks for that, you've put the brakes on my addictive urge and saved me from some challenging discussions!

I am debating selling some other headphones in the new year, I've more Bluetooth than I need and generating some cash there would be a perfect justification.

Just a quick personal opinion :
if you want an end game on IEM, ier-z1r will be a good choice if money isn't an issue.
z1r provides the smooth / detail / staging of M9, on top with one of, if not, the best DD bass u can get.
The fit issue of z1r can be fixed with customized tips (ex. adv)
I don't know what your setup is, but z1r is hard to drive well.
(Wm1z only gives 80% of z1r's potential, missing 20% is on bass control / speed )

I currently own ier-z1r, m9, xelento, se846, driving with Wm1z

 

[Scubadevils]

Just a quick personal opinion :
if you want an end game on IEM, ier-z1r will be a good choice if money isn't an issue.
z1r provides the smooth / detail / staging of M9, on top with one of, if not, the best DD bass u can get.
The fit issue of z1r can be fixed with customized tips (ex. adv)
I don't know what your setup is, but z1r is hard to drive well.
(Wm1z only gives 80% of z1r's potential, missing 20% is on bass control / speed )

I currently own ier-z1r, m9, xelento, se846, driving with Wm1z

Thanks for that. Not sure I'd go as high as that for now - still torn on the M9 though. I have the ZX300 and ZX507 which I assume would drive the M9 well?

 

[GiullianSN]

I know a couple people that used to drive the M9 and Z1r with ZX300 with no problems.

 

[auronthas]

Check @Precogvision 's review. I agree with a most of his comments.

Sony IER-M9 Review - The Kilobuck Benchmark (headphones.com)

The last few paragraphs , he's seems not favorable to M9.

Nevertheless, I am 80% on M9 ... though it has similar BA as Andros, the latter sounds thin on sub bass, heard M9 generates best bass among BA's IEMs.

 

[Scubadevils]

How are these lying down actually? They look very neat in the ear. There's a justification if I ever heard one for spending >€700

 

[AeroSatan]

Your ps is absolutely right - I was very conscious of that and I've only really started to get to know 2 of the sets I've bought, let alone the N3... thanks for that, you've put the brakes on my addictive urge and saved me from some challenging discussions!

I am debating selling some other headphones in the new year, I've more Bluetooth than I need and generating some cash there would be a perfect justification.

If you’re enjoying the N3’s you should listen to what the IER z1r’s sound like. They take that DD sound to the next level. To me the M9’s are more for a musician on stage needing to hear the instruments in their right places. The Z1r’s are the lay back and enjoy the Sony house sound type of IEM’s that took the best of Z5’s and N3’s and combined them into a gem of an IEM.

 

[auronthas]

The last few paragraphs , he's seems not favorable to M9.

Nevertheless, I am 80% on M9 ... though it has similar BA as Andros, the latter sounds thin on sub bass, heard M9 generates best bass among BA's IEMs.

Jump on the bandwagon, hope I am not late.

 

[anarch1st]

For Aussies, $899 AUD for the M9 at A2A

 

[Razornova]

If you're using sony hybrid S 11 mm diameter (orange) then JVC MS (green) should be your choice. The same goes for other sizes, Sony SS = JVC S (10 mm), Sony MS = JVC M (12mm), there you go
https://www.head-fi.org/threads/sony-ier-m9-impressions-thread.897604/post-15627994

thank you very much!

 

[gto88]

Just received my M9, and love it very much.
The bass, said BA bass, but its extension is so good, and punchy with full body, it feels very realistic.
Hearing is believing, description in review cannot describe enough.
And the mid is sweet, the sound is clear.
If this is Sony tuning, I love it.

 

[AlexCBSN]

How are these lying down actually? They look very neat in the ear. There's a justification if I ever heard one for spending >€700

How are these lying down actually? They look very neat in the ear. There's a justification if I ever heard one for spending >€700

you just got your n3 right? I would first check how you like it. I got m9 cause I saw a discount and went for it. As much as I like the sound signature, I prefer way more any dd headphone. I’m more of having that slam and air. The m9 bass is good but still
It’s a ba sound, the n3 has an amazing feel Cause of its dd, 700 quids ain’t worth it cause of curiosity, I would definitely check some other ba headphone before spending that cash

 

[Scubadevils]

you just got your n3 right? I would first check how you like it. I got m9 cause I saw a discount and went for it. As much as I like the sound signature, I prefer way more any dd headphone. I’m more of having that slam and air. The m9 bass is good but still
It’s a ba sound, the n3 has an amazing feel Cause of its dd, 700 quids ain’t worth it cause of curiosity, I would definitely check some other ba headphone before spending that cash

Haven't tried the N3 even yet, my Christmas present! You are right though and thanks for putting the brakes on - definitely a case of FOMO with these. I need to enjoy the N3 (which I've no doubt I will) and continue research for whatever next at a later date. Cheers.

 

[AlexCBSN]

Haven't tried the N3 even yet, my Christmas present! You are right though and thanks for putting the brakes on - definitely a case of FOMO with these. I need to enjoy the N3 (which I've no doubt I will) and continue research for whatever next at a later date. Cheers.

I know how it feels, I had the “I need that now!” Syndrome as well, until a couple of purchases started to be like “mmmm... I Think I could’ve skip this one...”

 

[Scubadevils]

I know how it feels, I had the “I need that now!” Syndrome as well, until a couple of purchases started to be like “mmmm... I Think I could’ve skip this one...”

Well it's good to learn from those who have gone before me! - I almost bought the MDR-Z7M2 also today - I am more in need of a full size closed back headphone to compliment the ZX507 - held off though as need to research more and I'm sure there will be deals after Christmas. Thanks again and Merry Christmas.

 

[auronthas]

For Aussies, $899 AUD for the M9 at A2A

any link , that's amazing price.

Amazon Au even cheaper at AUD 869
https://www.amazon.com.au/Sony-IER-...dp/B07HKRQKSJ?ref_=d6k_applink_bb_marketplace

too bad, it's not shipped to my country.