[dissociativity]

finally got the bl-t7, and they seem to actually be 2014 stock?, same ol oppotty and driams, similar sound to bl-03 with far better fit, like insanely comfy fit for me, cable-down.
Cable is alright, fairly average overly grippy and thus a pain to untangle rubber, reminds me of the qian 69 earbud cable, the jack and iems themselves are nice and metal

If anything the treble is a tad less peaky than the bl-03

 

[tgx78]

How many of you who own the LZ A7 have gone back and listened to your record collection? So far, last night, I listened to the most sublime and beautiful rendition of Van Halen's Fair Warning i've heard since i would listen to that album through my cousin's old Marantz with Pioneer SE headphones. Simply flawless listen. Then I moved over to Rush - Moving Pictures and was equally treated to the best version of this album i've heard in decades, and finally, Metallica's - Kill Em All brought me back to the time i borrowed by buddy's tape copy and listened to it for the first time, and was so mesmerized by it, i got kicked out of class, and didn't care, because i just wanted to keep listening. That type of emotional take hasn't happened in years as well, so i'm going to keep listening to old albums and seeing what the A7 brings out?

Yes.. I've been digging up my old music collection with the A7 as well.

To me, the biggest strength is its "sonic purity". I can easily get lost with music with this kind of transparent sound signature.
Even when I started critical listening, I was drawn into the music itself and forgot about the purpose of critical listening lol.
I still have quite a few DD IEMs that I prefer for my mostly classical music playlist (as I am a timbre freak), but with most other genres, A7 is firmly placing itself as my top 3.

Nightmare to review this IEM.

 

[suman134]

The Ali-Express has been doing their 11.11 sale for last few years and its just around corner. It is the talk of the town and brands are busy promoting and launching new products like hot cakes. Why don't we take a look at the earphones I recommend for this 11.11 sale for under $300.

Disclaimer: Not promoting any store here.

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChlcSgAtjbCpcNf8949jGfQ

Budget segment: (upto $50)

BLON BL-03 & BL-05s: ($25-30)

The blon twins cannot be side lined by anyone recommending earphones for under $50.

The BL-03 is slightly shallow and a bit uncomfortable with their stock tips but they deliver a unique type of balance with plenty of bass, very good mid range and calmer treble region without any discomfort there, a must but for those searching for their preferred sound signature.
The BL-05 deals a bit more balance with a different sound signature providing more of the treble details and sparkle.


Get one from here: BL-03 - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/33051609623.html
BL-05s : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001309623054.html

TFZ Live 1: (~$40)

The TFZ Live 1 supposed to replace the S2 series and this does much better than the S2 pro and replaces the BQEYZ K2 in my recommendation list.
It delivers much fuller lower end notes without overdoing it, it has very good sub-bass presence, the mid bass is well rounded and punch. Vocals are more balanced that S2 pro with better transparency and slightly better details. The treble region has much better stage and sparkle than the S2 pro. Level of details and extension it delivers at the trevle region is excellent for the price. Stage size too is much bigger and well rounded in the Live 1.
All in all, if you want very good amount of details while not compromising on the lower end, this is it.
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My take on it :

BQEYZ K2; $30)

It is one of the most richly equipped earphone sin its price range, housing two BAs and dynamic driver it delivers very good amount of details. If you don't want much bass and looking for a more balanced sounding earphone with good thump and details, this can be picked over the Live 1.

Get one from here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/33033905655.html

Upper Budget Segment: $50-100)

BGVP DN2: $60)

The latest entrant from BGVP houses a custom BA driver and a beryllium alloy dynamic driver in a good looking metal shell. The DN2 is a bit more balanced than the Live 1 and manages to maintain very good amount of details and clarity with slightly wider stage and depth.

Get one for yourself : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001488683798.html

BGVP Zero: ($72)

The Zero houses an electrostatic dynamic hybrid driver and delivers a big stage when driven properly. It is not the easiest earphone to drive out of mobile phones and should be bought to be used with good quality DAC/Amps.
It should be bought for good balance, details and stage.

Get one from here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001122537495.html

KBEAR Diamond : ($70)

The Diamond houses only one dynamic driver but delivers a heartwarming sound which is easy to like.

The lower end is full with a very good thump and the amount of air moved is very good. The sub-bass lack a bit of extension but good amount of rumble. The mid bass is fuller and wholesome. The mid range is not in the V while delivering very good amount of details and feel cleaner and clearer than all the earphones mentioned above. The treble region is not very sparkly or extended but gets the job done.

The stage size is much wider and taller than the competition but lacks a little bit of depth.

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My take on it:

DUNU DM-480: ($75)

If you prefer tonality and treble extension, this is the one preferable over the diamond. The DM-480 doesn't have the attack or sharpness of the KBEAR but make it up with better tonality and timber. It has smoother notes presentation with slightly pushed back mid range. The lower end is thumpy but doesn't have the body of the Diamond. The treble region has much better extension and energy. Stage is slightly smaller than the Diamond, especially the width is lacking.

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My take on it :

Lower Mid Range:

AudioSense DT200: ($140)

The DT200 houses house two BA drivers delivering one of the most neutral tonalities in this price range along with good lower end thump and mid range clarity. Treble has very good extension with a calmer approach. It does not have a lot of details but makes it up with its timber and tonality. The stage is bigger than average and the size is much smaller than most of the competing earphones.

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TRN BA8: ($140)

The BA8 houses 8 BA drivers in each side and it feels like one too. The BA8 lacks with nothing, it does not have a voluminous bass body but is better than what the Final F3100 delivers and is close to the DT200. What the 8BA drivers do is deliver a lot of details, let it be mids or treble the BA8 doesn't shy away from sparkly and livelier notes. Even though the notes are agile and detailed there is no sibilance to worry about. On the down side.. The notes are slightly on the rough side. They need a bit of polishing but is not a thing an untrained ear will perceive.
The stage is much bigger than average with a well rounded feel to it.

Get one from here : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001302669695.html

My comparison video:



BQEYZ Spring 2: ($139)

I just simply love this earphone, one of my favorite earphones for under $200 and at just $140 it is a steal deal.
The lower is thumpy, the volume is not huge but is one of the most controlled yet enjoyable with nice decay and texture. The mid range takes the lions share here with a more forward and energetic presentation. It delivers one of the most loveable mid range with plenty of details and clarity. The layering ans separation is excellent with very good contrast between foreground and background instruments. The treble region is slightly less forward and lacks a little bit of extension but still maintains nice spark and details. The stage is huge, much wider and taller with very good depth too.


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My take on it:

ISN D10: ($160)

Looking for excellent amount of bass without compromising on anything else? The D10 is the answer. Housing only one dynamic driver it sounds a bit low on drivers but delivers one of the most enjoyable, full and wholesome lower end one can get for under $200 without drowning the mid range. The mid range has very good amount of details and clarity without compromising on relevance or transparency. The treble region has very good extension and details but does not have the attack or bite one can find with the TRN BA8.

Read my review here.

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My take on it:

The Mid range ($200-300)

BGVP DM7: ($279)

The DM7 house 6BA drivers with 4 way crossovers pouring into a 4 bore nozzle which is unique in this price. The DM7 doesn't have a bass heavy sound but has a well rounded thump which is enough to keep me seated. The mid range is slightly pushed back but delivers one of the best organic tonalities for under $300. The timber is woody and sounds accurate with appropriate notes depth and sharpness. The energy picks up from the upper mids and is maintained till the end of the spectrum. DM7 has one of the best treble extension and sparkle in this price. The stage is not huge but is nicely rounded.

This is the best earphone one can get for details, organic mid range and excellent treble spark and energy.

Read my review here.

Get one from here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000162278112.html

My Comparison video:


Penon ORB: ($259) (message penon on AliExpress for the ORB)
This basic hybrid earphones has one of the most unique tonality, the timber and texture is captivating and the overall sound signature is very easy to fall in love with.

The single DD delivers a wholesome thump with very good sub-bass rumble and mid bass body, the decay is not very fast but it is on the entertaining side. Mid rage has good amount of details and transparency and surprisingly Penon has turned the Mid range very good amount of energy which gets it clear of the V shaped tag. The treble region is slightly on the weaker side with not the best extension or details but it has enough to not throw me off.
All in all its the tonality and balance which makes it one of the most recommendable earphone for under $300.

Read my review here.

Write to them here: https://www.aliexpress.com/store/1994049

my comparison video:



Audiosense T800: ($270)

Are you looking for a musical yet detailed sounding earphone which has very good sub-bass presence, wholesome lower end body, excellent texture and tonality without compromising with mid range or treble region? Look no further, the T800 can do it and some more.

The standout feature is its ability to balance everything without overdoing anything, doesnt matter what you ask for, the T800 has it all except harshness and aggressive notes. It is hard to go wrong with it unless you want highest possible amount of details and crispiness, for that, get the DM7.

This my top pick for this AliExpress sale.

Get one from here:- https://www.aliexpress.com/item/33005315301.html

My comparison video:

 

[FreeWheelinAudioLuv2]

Yes.. I've been digging up my old music collection with the A7 as well.

To me, the biggest strength is its "sonic purity". I can easily get lost with music with this kind of transparent sound signature.
Even when I started critical listening, I was drawn into the music itself and forgot about the purpose of critical listening lol.
I still have quite a few DD IEMs that I prefer for my mostly classical music playlist (as I am a timbre freak), but with most other genres, A7 is firmly placing itself as my top 3.

Nightmare to review this IEM.

What cable is that? Yeah, i don't have much classical music in my collection, but i do think they have excellent timbre nonetheless, but yeah, the single DD JVC woodie still probably edges it out for pure timbre, but not by much. Most of my listening is metal, rock, classic rock, and some old school pop, so they work perfectly for all that, and i like that "sonic purity". Well put. Spot on.

 

[tgx78]

What cable is that? Yeah, i don't have much classical music in my collection, but i do think they have excellent timbre nonetheless, but yeah, the single DD JVC woodie still probably edges it out for pure timbre, but not by much. Most of my listening is metal, rock, classic rock, and some old school pop, so they work perfectly for all that, and i like that "sonic purity". Well put. Spot on.

A7's timbre is really excellent for tribrids, it's just that I happened to play at orchestras and notice very subtle deviation from absolute accuracy.

Cable is just cut off green garden hose I bought here at the Canadian Tire

 

[audio123]

The O800 is Oriveti's lastest flagship and their first foray into all BA IEMs. After listening extensively, I must say we are looking at a new winner here. Bass is precise with good definition. The midrange is transparent and there is a perfect balance of body & forwardness. Treble is crisp, airy and smooth. Soundstage has an open feeling. Will have more detailed impressions soon. I have nothing but praise for this IEM. Really good stuff. Enjoy & Happy Listening, as always!

 

[dissociativity]

update on the bl-t3, mistaken, doesn't sound nearly as good as the bl03 or the SSR I've got, just haven't heard an IEM for a week lol.
It is a very cozy fit though.

 

[dharmasteve]

Any comparisons between the LZ A7 (your favourite tuning) and the Penon Orb. Trying to evaluate for 11/11. Many thanks.

 

[RikudouGoku]

Blon BL01 (DD) = 23 usd

Fit seems to be fixed but will it sound good? Hopefully, since I will get it on 11/11 along with the tape.

 

[baskingshark]

Blon 01 (DD) = 23 usd



Fit seems to be fixed but will it sound good? Hopefully, since I will get it on 11/11 along with the tape.

I actually see it at $17 USD on some shops on Aliexpress!

They shouldn't have named it BL01 though, it is confusing as there is an older BL-01 which is not in production any more.

 

[RikudouGoku]

I actually see it at $17 USD on some shops on Aliexpress!

They shouldn't have named it BL01 though, it is confusing as there is an older BL-01 which is not in production any more.

Yeah that name is going to confuse more people. As they did with the BL-05/BL-05S lol.

 

[jant71]

I actually see it at $17 USD on some shops on Aliexpress!

They shouldn't have named it BL01 though, it is confusing as there is an older BL-01 which is not in production any more.

If you think BLON will come up with some better naming scheme you are driaming.

 

[RikudouGoku]

If you think BLON will come up with some better naming scheme you are driaming.

haha, I missed the oppoty to make that joke.

 

[baskingshark]

If you think BLON will come up with some better naming scheme you are driaming.

Haha if they came up with an english name, something like sunshine or moondust, and package it in an anime box, they can charge double or triple the price and people will still snap it up like hotcakes.

 

[jant71]

The O800 is Oriveti's lastest flagship and their first foray into all BA IEMs. After listening extensively, I must say we are looking at a new winner here. Bass is precise with good definition. The midrange is transparent and there is a perfect balance of body & forwardness. Treble is crisp, airy and smooth. Soundstage has an open feeling. Will have more detailed impressions soon. I have nothing but praise for this IEM. Really good stuff. Enjoy & Happy Listening, as always!

Still more understated Oriveti look but some nice aesthetic changes here. Looking at them on the website and they are one very handsome earphone. Previous Oriveti missed it for me and kinda plain and a little boring. Not big changes but came out sweet esp the cable and green color complimenting each other and going with black connectors...