How to request advice:>Budget>Intended use (media, source, environment)>Frequency response preference and music examples>Past gear and your thoughts on themFAQ:>Where do I buy IEMs?Amazon, Aliexpress, Linsoul, Hifigo, Shenzhenaudio>Shopping Guide (IEMs, PMPs, Cables, Ear Tips, etc.):https://rentry.org/consoomer_guide>EQ Guide (EQ 101, Targets, Myths & Misconceptions, Case Studies, etc.):https://4ciemg.github.io/IEM-EQ-Guide/>/iemg/'s Blog/Wiki (Archieve, Books & Papers, Music Editorial, etc.):https://4ciemg.github.io/IEMGazette/>Frequency Response Graph Toolsquig.link>Budget Wire Over-Ear IEMs:• Tripowin Ruta10 (Mild V) - $18• Tanchjim Bunny (Mild U) - $20• Truthear Gate (Mild V) - $22• EPZ Queer1 Pro (V-shape) - $35• Kiwi Ears Cadenza (Mild V) - $35>Bullet IEMs:• Tanchjim ONE DSP (5 Presets/5-Band PEQ) - $28• Etymotic ER2XR (Neutral) - $140>Flathead Earbuds:• Blue Vido (Warm) - $5• Yincrow X6 (Warm) - $10>USB-C DACs:• JCally JM6 (Non Pro) / CX Pro - $8• JadeAudio JIEZI (10-Band PEQ) $18• Tanchjim Stargate II (8-Band PEQ) - $38• Qudelix 5K (20-Band PEQ/GEQ) - $110 >PMPs:• HiBy R1 - $85• HiBy M300 - $200>AVOID USING:• Mainboard audio when using multi-driver posPrevious Thread: >>106469786
Asking again because the last thread died.Is there any portable player that will allow me to connect with a subsonic/navidrome server that doesn't run android? Everything just seems to be either the most barebone OS ever made or just a fucking phone.
The “KB EAR” Coffee eartips have been generating a fair bit of buzz among reviewers lately, so I decided to purchase a set and see what all the fuss was about. Interestingly, these eartips don’t seem to feature in KB EAR’s main product catalogue, which leads me to believe they are sold under consignment.Now, let’s address the elephant in the room: are these eartips worth your time and money? From my perspective, the answer is a resounding no! Their performance is mediocre at best, and here is why. My initial impression was how congested the upper frequencies sounded, despite the fact that these eartips have a wide bore. Typically, wide-bore eartips, such as KB EAR’s own TRI Clarions, tend to accentuate the treble, lending a sparkle and liveliness to the overall presentation. In this instance, however, the Coffee eartips sounded as if the upper frequencies were struggling to break free. The soundstage is surprisingly narrow as well, which is rather disappointing. Vocal presence is acceptable, but due to the aforementioned treble congestion, female voices can sound somewhat nasal. The bass is rather weak, too. There is a hint of mid-bass bloat, which adds a bit of body, but there is no real definition or texture. The sub-bass also sounds dispersed, rather than delivering a straight, deep dive.On a more positive note, these eartips are indeed comfortable for extended listening sessions, as one of the reviewers highlighted. They certainly live up to that claim. Personally, I would not recommend the KB EAR Coffee Soft Silicone Eartips. While they are undoubtedly comfortable, they ultimately degrade the sound performance of your IEMs. In my opinion, the sonic compromises outweigh the comfort benefits, making these eartips a less-than-ideal choice for discerning audiophiles. There are far better options available on the market that offer both comfort and superior sound quality.Purchase from KB EAR AliExpress Official Store
>>106501073ipod touch maybe
>>106501047wow Vivian is hot
>>106501524Fair enough I didn't think of them but it's kinda in that just another phone category for me.
>>106501589>>106501047she's a hag
XSL is the iem brand that's going under the radar. Has alu iems as low as $20, and their pricey ones only hit like $100. Meanwhile, they graph really well above their price range. This is their $50 one compared to Dunu Davinci. Imo, it punches above it's weight.
>>1065017972019 ahh graph.
>>106501797????
>>106501073>>106501597>another phoneYes
>>106501443How are they as compared to Velvets?
>>106501073a laptop is portable...
>>106501868NTA but I like them more than velvets with my daybreaksAlso I don't think they really make much difference in treble for me compared to stock tips...
>>106501797do they have any options without the elevated niggerbass in your pic?
>>106501878My desktop is portable with a big enough battery
tfw listening to pbthal vinyl rips on your $0 IEMs through tube amp and R2R
Flangezo won. The Great 'Zo War is over. Chuzo had a chance to be the victior, but he deserted.
newfag here, I want to buy a DAC that has both 3.5 and 4.4mm connector, should I buy Snowsky Melody or spend extra and get Echo Mini instead? or is there any cheaper option?
>>106502176did Saintzo even compete
>>106502199only in regard to schizophrenia powerlevel, otherwise he's a worthless shill and a living ad banner
>>106502194EPZ TP35 Pro
>>106502210now that's kinda mean :(
>>106502212that shit is more expensive than both fiios nigger
>>106502194the new moondrop dawn pro 2 it has dsp too
>>106502229how's the transition going troonzo?
>>106502232Slightly more expensive than the Echo Mini where I'm at. My bad.
>>106502242still more expensive
This Chinaman is laughing all the way to the bank at all the stupid gweilos who put their trust in him. You can tell he enjoys lying to the dirty white man to his face as he peddles his wares.
>>106502319Good iem
Just bought my first IEM and I'm discovering that my right ear is slightly weaker than my left. Which was always the case, but a IEM makes the difference so much more noticeable compared to a headphone.Great.
>>106502349Now you're a schizo Welcome to the clubHope you can leave soon
>>106502349L/R balance exists
>>106502343are you a nigger or a jeet?
You can safely discard opinions of anyone that uses less bass than harman.
