[luberconn]

whoa, that looks like a cool find.  I wonder if they have the beryllium driver, or same driver as the paperback edition? 

 

[thatBeatsguy]

  Looking for some cheap earbuds that I can use when I don't want to lug around my (slightly) more expensive Sennheiser over-ear headphones. I need to get it from Newegg because I have gift card money there--are these legit: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA3ZB1ZP2031&cm_re=xiaomi_pistons-_-9SIA3ZB1ZP2031-_-Product ?

 
 

  whoa, that looks like a cool find.  I wonder if they have the beryllium driver, or same driver as the paperback edition? 

You guys are joking, right? Clearly that's a fake. The Pistons don't come in blue unless we're talking about the Paperback version. And the Paperback version doesn't come in a package like that.

 

[1clearhead]

  Just got em! TIL I have small ear canals because the small tips seal perfectly
 
Do they change much with burn-in? The bass sounds a little muddy for lack of a better word and I'm hoping that goes away over time
 
Also I'd like to get some foam tips for these, any recommendations?

 
Try comply foam tips with the solid inner bore cylinder from the original comply company.....works wonders! I can honestly say the bass stays balanced with the rest of the frequency and the highs sounds vivid instead of splashy. I tried the Sidy foam tips, but doesn't cut-it for me.....too much mids.

 

[Ira Delphic]

  Looking for some cheap earbuds that I can use when I don't want to lug around my (slightly) more expensive Sennheiser over-ear headphones. I need to get it from Newegg because I have gift card money there--are these legit: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA3ZB1ZP2031&cm_re=xiaomi_pistons-_-9SIA3ZB1ZP2031-_-Product ?

 
Fakes. Save your gift card for black friday!

 

[luberconn]

   
 
You guys are joking, right? Clearly that's a fake. The Pistons don't come in blue unless we're talking about the Paperback version. And the Paperback version doesn't come in a package like that.

 
i dunno.  newegg is pretty reputable.  i'll wait for someone else to be the guinea pig tho.   i got some computer parts and my UE6000 from newegg. 

 

[The Dan of Steel]

   
i dunno.  newegg is pretty reputable.  i'll wait for someone else to be the guinea pig tho.   i got some computer parts and my UE6000 from newegg. 

That's a third party seller in that link. With only a 2 egg rating. Newegg itself is great, got my Mikros 90 from them but it was direct.

 

[Dinerenblanc]

I frankly don't see why people are cheaping out on an already cheap pair of headphones. If you want to save an extra $5, pack your own lunch the next day or skip out on your morning cup of joe. It's $25, people. 

 

[luberconn]

  That's a third party seller in that link. With only a 2 egg rating. Newegg itself is great, got my Mikros 90 from them but it was direct.

 
ahhh, i see.  i won't be ordering these.

 

[Degree]

I've been looking for a pair of IEM to replace my stolen Turbines, and looks like I found it.
 
Should I get any tips for these, or are the stock tips fine?

 

[Dinerenblanc]

  I've been looking for a pair of IEM to replace my stolen Turbines, and looks like I found it.
 
Should I get any tips for these, or are the stock tips fine?

I've never heard the Turbines, but it's unlikely the $25 Pistons will be comparable to something that retailed for $150. 

 

[Degree]

  I've never heard the Turbines, but it's unlikely the $25 Pistons will be comparable to something that retailed for $150. 

I'm not looking to spend much, and I know it won't be the same quality, but for the price I would be content with it.

 

[Dinerenblanc]

  I'm not looking to spend much, and I know it won't be the same quality, but for the price I would be content with it.

You're better off spending an extra $15 and getting something like the VSD3(S), just saying.

 

[thatBeatsguy]

   
i dunno.  newegg is pretty reputable.  i'll wait for someone else to be the guinea pig tho.   i got some computer parts and my UE6000 from newegg. 

Yes, I know Newegg is a great source for computer parts and all that, but clearly that Pistons page was a fake. Seriously. 

 

[julian67]

The plastic ones sound identical and are $12 delivered worldwide from an authorised vendor. How much cheaper is it supposed to get?

btw they need minimum of 2000 hours burn and if you don't listen the entire time then you won't notice the subtle but vital differences. *cough*

 

[Viber]

The plastic ones sound identical and are $12 delivered worldwide from an authorised vendor. How much cheaper is it supposed to get?
 

 
http://www.merimobiles.com/original-xiaomi-simple-version-earphone-with-mic_p/meri10316.htm