In retrospect I guess I should have requested another pair of 8320 because those things were so bad that maybe mine were defective. Either that or I truly don't see why those $8 units could cost 3x what they were worth
Anyway, to get back to the main thread, I've been using the T1-E for two weeks. now and my overall impression is positive.
They are detailed, with punchy but not overwhelming bass and with clear mids.They sound bright to my ears but never silibant, just sharp highs.
The cord is nice, does not tangle easily. Build quality is acceptable. Fit didn't work for me with any of the included tips so I'm using silicone triflanges that are a bit narrow but seal very well, improving bass and stability.
They're also very easy to drive, even from a phone (12 Ohms). So I'm happy.
The only reason I'm not VERY happy is that I don't find them to match the hype when it comes to soundstage. I finally got the Havi B Pro1 and they are quite similar to the T1 in overall signature but everything just sounds roomier and wider, more 3D and with a much easier over-the-ear fit.
The Havi are the closest I have now to my beanbags MDR-CD3000 when it comes to sounding like normal full size headphones.
Thought about selling the T1-E but I think I'll keep them as they are indeed very good and I'll be using the Havi most of the time but still need something way under 32 ohms in some cases. I really liked the T1 but just didn't get that sign I get when I really love something - the immediate "hmm, maybe I should buy another set in case these break later and are no longer sold".