[morserotonin]

What are some TOTL high-end IEMs that have a consumer-friendly signature that goes well with modern-day music genres? I'm looking for end-game level IEMs with mainstream forward tuning.
Stuff on billboard charts, or Apple/Spotify mixes...
Genres like
Pop(ex. Adele, Sia, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Charlie Puth, Dua Lipa, Bruno Mars...etc.)
EDM(ex. David Guetta, Martin Garrix, Marshmello, Alan Walker, The Chainsmokers, Zedd, Tiesto...etc.)
R&B(ex. The Weeknd, Drake...etc.)
Hip-Hop(Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, Chris Brown, Migos, Future, Post Malone, ...etc.)
Rock(Fall out boy, Maroon 5, Coldplay, One direction...etc.)
I've been recommended some IEMs, but I'm not satisfied with them.
Can I get some recommendations?

Thats very diverse list as far as sonic signature. Though low end and mid range will need to be great. I really like the Aroma Audio Thunder for it's ability to play everything quite well. I would try a set if you haven't. I listen to a lot of stuff from classical to jazz to progressive rock as well as a lot of the artists you mentioned and have not been disappointed.

 

[RTodd]

What are some TOTL high-end IEMs that have a consumer-friendly signature that goes well with modern-day music genres? I'm looking for end-game level IEMs with mainstream forward tuning.
Stuff on billboard charts, or Apple/Spotify mixes...
Genres like
Pop(ex. Adele, Sia, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Charlie Puth, Dua Lipa, Bruno Mars...etc.)
EDM(ex. David Guetta, Martin Garrix, Marshmello, Alan Walker, The Chainsmokers, Zedd, Tiesto...etc.)
R&B(ex. The Weeknd, Drake...etc.)
Hip-Hop(Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, Chris Brown, Migos, Future, Post Malone, ...etc.)
Rock(Fall out boy, Maroon 5, Coldplay, One direction...etc.)
I've been recommended some IEMs, but I'm not satisfied with them.
Can I get some recommendations?

Definitely not the music I listen to. What sets did you not like, and why? That may say alot about what you may like.

 

[endless402]

What are some TOTL high-end IEMs that have a consumer-friendly signature that goes well with modern-day music genres? I'm looking for end-game level IEMs with mainstream forward tuning.
Stuff on billboard charts, or Apple/Spotify mixes...
Genres like
Pop(ex. Adele, Sia, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Charlie Puth, Dua Lipa, Bruno Mars...etc.)
EDM(ex. David Guetta, Martin Garrix, Marshmello, Alan Walker, The Chainsmokers, Zedd, Tiesto...etc.)
R&B(ex. The Weeknd, Drake...etc.)
Hip-Hop(Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, Chris Brown, Migos, Future, Post Malone, ...etc.)
Rock(Fall out boy, Maroon 5, Coldplay, One direction...etc.)
I've been recommended some IEMs, but I'm not satisfied with them.
Can I get some recommendations?

Z1R. With a Sony source.
I listen to all that music as well

 

[Amadeo Nospherathu]

I rarely use Azla Crystals on anything anymore. I find the other Azla tips are better. The Crystals give you a great seal, but they tend to thin out the sound of the IEM. The AzlaSednaEarfit tips are my favorite. The come in long and short, Light and Dark. I always maintain all 4 of them ready for demos and I try them all too see which ones sound best with the IEM and DAP pairing I am listening to. I use the dark and long version (black with gray gasket) of the Azla with Indigo . I find it gives the Indigo the best bass response. But, you tune it to taste. The main reason I like the Azla tips is because they give me the most reliable high quality seal with comfortability.

It seems to me that the selection of tips is something like a constant search for the best with clearly small means.
I also have a lot of different ones and currently only use the Azla Crystal with the UM Mason 3. As for the last one - I guess it all depends on the iems and ears models, haha.

Now such selection is relatively cheap. Relatively speaking, some budget iems already cost less. Instead, 3 sizes of new nozzles cost about a hundred dollars.
I will not be surprised if soon it will be like with cables. $200-$500 tips...
Hmm, how soon is that going to happen?

 

[Amadeo Nospherathu]

Does the chrome area of Supermoon scratch easily? Seeing some scuffs there.

It feels like metal.
If it is similar to Andro S - it is scratched even by the breath of the wind.

 

[Amadeo Nospherathu]

Looks like chromed plastic parts

I could be wrong, but I think it's metal. Doesn't feel like plastic at all.

 

[Frankie D]

I must agree.

just saw a Le Jardin for sale on our Australian distributor for AUD 15999! Just insane.

That is robbery. The list is $8k for the universal from MusicTeck. And that is nuts. 15,999 AUS is over $11,000 USD. Purchase it used.

 

[Amadeo Nospherathu]

What are some TOTL high-end IEMs that have a consumer-friendly signature that goes well with modern-day music genres? I'm looking for end-game level IEMs with mainstream forward tuning.
Stuff on billboard charts, or Apple/Spotify mixes...
I've been recommended some IEMs, but I'm not satisfied with them.
Can I get some recommendations?

It's not about genres, it's about what kind of sound you like. For this, you need at least to name certain iems and say what you would like to keep and what to add.

Except that if you need less bass for pop music, and more for rap, there is no way out but to find a golden mean. Even if you find an iem with toggles that allow you to add or subtract a part of the range, you won't actually be switching them for every song.

 

[Amadeo Nospherathu]

I know I'm years behind but these Acoustune 1670ss playing Muse Drones are amazing the balance between all Bass, Mids and treble is just about perfect. In hobby that is chasing the next big thing going backwards really pays off sometimes. Colour me very happy.
Edit
OMG. Just plugged them into the CAYIN N3pro in tube mode my jaw dropped through the floor. Literally blew my away what an incredible iem

If you manage to achieve the right fit and choose a good cable, these are still good iems.
In my opinion, quite underestimated.

 

[orifiel]

It is a very bright IEM by most people's reckoning. Maybe the dark comments were source issues.

The U18t it’s a bright IEM with the Apex M20 and very bright with M15 and MX.
But within all the sources i tried with them i found the combination with Hugo 2 to be particulary dark sounding, so dark/warm sounding for my taste, that prevented me to buy the Hugo in the first time i heard it.
So, yes, maybe with some sources or some power configurations the U18t doesn’t show his best sound.
But this IEM is a very well neutral tuned one, and one of the best i’ve tried.

 

[Frankie D]

Tnx much for that Frankie as that veil is one of the few things that remained for me after pairing the Mason FuSang with a much better cable. I'm really looking for open yet lush mids with plenty of air that make the singer step in front of the instruments for a more intimate listening experience. If the result you're explaining is reached with the cable provided then all the better. I seriously need to look into pricing though. Are you aware of any write-up comparing the various UM offerings in that quality segment? For sure I can't find all 5-6-whatever to compare...

I am not aware of any published reviews, though I have not looked for them. I auditioned the RedHalo myself, so I never felt the need. Right now only the LeJardin is available as a universal and it comes with an excellent cable. I have not heard this version, but as it is internally the same as the RedHalo with an Orpheus based cable, its sound will be excellent. As for the Red Halo versions:

Red Halo: Shell like Fu Sang but with Red Color dominating. comes with First times shielded cable.

Red Halo FE: Has gold around the faceplate making the red really pop. Beautiful. This has an all red cable that is the PW Attila. This cable is not as good as the First Times on the Red Halo.

For me, this IEM and Jewel were the only two I ever heard that can rival the Traillii. Also for me, I felt the Traillii with the Orpheus cable was superior as the bass now had more power and sounded deeper and the mids became warmer with no loss in detail and the treble a little airier. I decided not to purchase as budget is a concern, but I do feel these IEM’s would be excellent compliments. As the RedHalo’s are vocal specialists to me ( not that anything else does not also sound good) I do feel they are a great compliment to any other IEM.

If you purchase new, get a good discount. MusicTeck has the Le Jardin version.

 

[GiullianSN]

That is robbery. The list is $8k for the universal from MusicTeck. And that is nuts. 15,999 AUS is over $11,000 USD. Purchase it used.

The robbery starts with the USD 8K. LoL

 

[MatW]

The robbery starts with the USD 8K. LoL

This is where the ability to triple like a post would be nice..

 

[HiFiHawaii808]

The robbery starts with the USD 8K. LoL

Is there anyone who actually pays that price? You can get them so much cheaper resale.

 

[Doug2507]

What are some TOTL high-end IEMs that have a consumer-friendly signature that goes well with modern-day music genres? I'm looking for end-game level IEMs with mainstream forward tuning.
Stuff on billboard charts, or Apple/Spotify mixes...
Genres like
Pop(ex. Adele, Sia, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Charlie Puth, Dua Lipa, Bruno Mars...etc.)
EDM(ex. David Guetta, Martin Garrix, Marshmello, Alan Walker, The Chainsmokers, Zedd, Tiesto...etc.)
R&B(ex. The Weeknd, Drake...etc.)
Hip-Hop(Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, Chris Brown, Migos, Future, Post Malone, ...etc.)
Rock(Fall out boy, Maroon 5, Coldplay, One direction...etc.)
I've been recommended some IEMs, but I'm not satisfied with them.
Can I get some recommendations?

Without bias, I'd say Jewel for an all rounder.