bennysachdev
Adept
@esanthosh would have rep'd you for that comment but I have to spread some before i rep you again sir!! Very comprehensive
Audio Best IEMs inside 89$
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@esantosh.
Thanks man. Great Reply. but have got some question.
U said
"because there are too many choices around the $60-90 range and there are many IEMs I like a little better than M3 (A little, not hugely as they all sound almost equally good overall)".
ohk. So what all IEM's are better than (even if Little) M3 and also that i Dont have a problem with there replacement if they get damaged.
Second. Just one question. Its confusing with so many IEMs around and with money near 4000 in your hand. So if u had 4000rs in your hand. wanted good bass(bass good enough for pleasure and not causing you a headache!). Wanted to get your first IEM. What would have you gone for?
[with that IEM addict tag attached to you i can surely rely]
Thanks.
And Someone asked for what source i will be using it for. It will be my Ipod Touch.
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And if you all want to know for what sort of music i will be using them for. I listen to every genre. Enjoying Metal as well as Rock and R&B and Hip. And even Techno.
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Thanks man. Great Reply. but have got some question.
U said
"because there are too many choices around the $60-90 range and there are many IEMs I like a little better than M3 (A little, not hugely as they all sound almost equally good overall)".
ohk. So what all IEM's are better than (even if Little) M3 and also that i Dont have a problem with there replacement if they get damaged.
Second. Just one question. Its confusing with so many IEMs around and with money near 4000 in your hand. So if u had 4000rs in your hand. wanted good bass(bass good enough for pleasure and not causing you a headache!). Wanted to get your first IEM. What would have you gone for?
[with that IEM addict tag attached to you i can surely rely]Thanks.
And Someone asked for what source i will be using it for. It will be my Ipod Touch.
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And if you all want to know for what sort of music i will be using them for. I listen to every genre. Enjoying Metal as well as Rock and R&B and Hip. And even Techno.
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Sir. What IEM would you then suggest for me under 4000INR.
abhi_jollyguy
Adept
As u said u need good enough bass not the hard-hitting and also u said ur main genre is Metal which is known for very much treble AFAIK.
Only 2 choices comes in my mind then:
MEElectronics CC51, Xears TD-III
Only 2 choices comes in my mind then:
MEElectronics CC51, Xears TD-III
esanthosh
Skilled
@sid,
My ranking list can be found in the thread linked in my signature. But, remember that the ranking is based on my personal preference. It may or may not be suitable for you.
Going through my list - filtering for enough bass (good quality), price
Xears TD100-II / III : Both have more bass quantity than M2. Bass can creep into midrange, but without overshadowing it - a peculiar sense of 'balance' unique to Xears TD series. Once you get used to the big bass quantity, you won't have any trouble (Bass Reducer EQ on iPod works otherwise). TDIII has more bass quantity and impact than TD-II and also has a better presence in the upper midrange.
I did not update my 9 IEM comparison in TE because it's already long enough, but I did update my blog post (with small re-writes here and there) where I compared TDII, TDIII and M3 in a bit more detail - Tale of two brands: Xears and Brainwavz - 11 IEMs compared. But, be aware that I am not sure how much the current Black TDII sounds different compared to the older version of TDII I have.
MEElectronics CC51: So far, based on whatever I've heard from those I trust, it is a very good option.
ECCI PR401: Despite my not so enthusiastic view on them, they have a V-shaped signature which suits Techno and Rock. As your first IEM, I won't be too bothered about the politeness of the dynamic range as it has some good things compensating for it - clarity across the range, balance, small comfortable size of the shells, open sound stage. Do a rawrster mod on the cable and they are good to go. But, be aware that the mids won't sound warm or lush or sweet, they almost have a neutral tone. PR401 is the upgrade to the Cyclone IEM you shortlisted in the first post.
So....
What is the one IEM I would go for if I was in your position? I would do more research. If it is possible for you to listen to M2 / M3 at a friend's place, I'd do it first. Because, I believe no matter how many opinions you read, it's your own ears that do the deciding.
In case you don't like them for some reason, I'd look at CC51 as an option. Even though I've not heard it, it currently seems to be the best offered by MEE. Considering MEE also has a local distributor, it is another safe choice to have.
If you do not bother about local support, I'd get Xears TD-III / II - even if just to know why people like Xears over at head-fi. While it's housing is well built (metal - easy to handle), it's overall build quality is not as good as MEE / Brainwavz. It's bass quantity is also on the higher side than the other two.
PR401 is a dark horse @ $75. Joker and a few others like it much more than I do; so it does come with recommendation from more experienced reviewers.
Sorry for being vague, because if I was in your position, I'd have bought all just to test them :ashamed:. That's the downside of being an IEM Addict.
My ranking list can be found in the thread linked in my signature. But, remember that the ranking is based on my personal preference. It may or may not be suitable for you.
Going through my list - filtering for enough bass (good quality), price
Xears TD100-II / III : Both have more bass quantity than M2. Bass can creep into midrange, but without overshadowing it - a peculiar sense of 'balance' unique to Xears TD series. Once you get used to the big bass quantity, you won't have any trouble (Bass Reducer EQ on iPod works otherwise). TDIII has more bass quantity and impact than TD-II and also has a better presence in the upper midrange.
I did not update my 9 IEM comparison in TE because it's already long enough, but I did update my blog post (with small re-writes here and there) where I compared TDII, TDIII and M3 in a bit more detail - Tale of two brands: Xears and Brainwavz - 11 IEMs compared. But, be aware that I am not sure how much the current Black TDII sounds different compared to the older version of TDII I have.
MEElectronics CC51: So far, based on whatever I've heard from those I trust, it is a very good option.
ECCI PR401: Despite my not so enthusiastic view on them, they have a V-shaped signature which suits Techno and Rock. As your first IEM, I won't be too bothered about the politeness of the dynamic range as it has some good things compensating for it - clarity across the range, balance, small comfortable size of the shells, open sound stage. Do a rawrster mod on the cable and they are good to go. But, be aware that the mids won't sound warm or lush or sweet, they almost have a neutral tone. PR401 is the upgrade to the Cyclone IEM you shortlisted in the first post.
So....
What is the one IEM I would go for if I was in your position? I would do more research. If it is possible for you to listen to M2 / M3 at a friend's place, I'd do it first. Because, I believe no matter how many opinions you read, it's your own ears that do the deciding.
In case you don't like them for some reason, I'd look at CC51 as an option. Even though I've not heard it, it currently seems to be the best offered by MEE. Considering MEE also has a local distributor, it is another safe choice to have.
If you do not bother about local support, I'd get Xears TD-III / II - even if just to know why people like Xears over at head-fi. While it's housing is well built (metal - easy to handle), it's overall build quality is not as good as MEE / Brainwavz. It's bass quantity is also on the higher side than the other two.
PR401 is a dark horse @ $75. Joker and a few others like it much more than I do; so it does come with recommendation from more experienced reviewers.
Sorry for being vague, because if I was in your position, I'd have bought all just to test them :ashamed:. That's the downside of being an IEM Addict.
esanthosh
Skilled
I don't like S4 as much. True! They are better in sound stage, but the IEM tuning believes in doing 'more' - hard hitting bass, treble which is hard hitting but lacking details and a mid range that is slightly thinner. It also tends to get a little congested from time to time during complex tracks. It is however a very good IEM for people with smaller ears.
If buying locally it boils down to , two simple options . M2 for heavy -untactful bass with more lower midbass or M3 for light , slightly punchy bass. For me both are pretty much the best in their price range, especially the M2 is unbeatable IMO . Ofcourse I haven't tried the Xears ,Cyclone etc so can't really talk about that but having tried the CC51 and most other MEE IEMs and didn't find any of them to really match the M2/M3 standards .
.I had rather get it with a local warranty with the amount of usage :/ . But one ques i will have to get these from ebay and all? i mean is there a walk in shop in delhi that keep this. and Yeah i think i will finally come down to any one of the brainwavz! but Still researching!
Here are few more options:
Meelectronics SP51 (similar to Hippo VB these have variable tune ports)
Meelectronics a151
Fisher audio eterna
Rockford Fosgate Punch Plugs
Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220
Edit: Sunrise xcape has very good reviews but it is out of stock from lendmeurears and bugden audio.
Meelectronics SP51 (similar to Hippo VB these have variable tune ports)
Meelectronics a151
Fisher audio eterna
Rockford Fosgate Punch Plugs
Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220
Edit: Sunrise xcape has very good reviews but it is out of stock from lendmeurears and bugden audio.
esanthosh
Skilled
sid221991 said:
He is buying locally, which brings it down to Brainwavz, MEE or Head-Direct. Not many choices around!rohit3192 said:
I would not suggest A151 to him, because of the bass and the tuning. It is a bland, fatigue free IEM, but not the one for those who seek technical superiority or excitement. I don't think OP has developed the 'taste buds' for enjoying such a signature like I do.
Sunrise XCape is similar to RE0 with more bass + accessories based on whatever I've read. Ethan Bugden has been missing for a long time now, so the choice for getting XCape comes down to lendmeurears or other people. If OP wants to test analytical waters, bass quantity would be sacrificed at least in this price range. That is why I did not suggest RE0 / RE-ZERO to him. I find them to be far better VFM than M3, which is why I don't consider M3 to be VFM.
Eterna and Silver Bullet are good choices and could suit the OP. Eterna has bass-head levels of bass. Not sure OP wants that. I've also come across many head-fiers who initially found it difficult to like Eterna liking them soon afterwards. It's not an IEM that reigns supreme on technical factors, but something that is enjoyable once you let the brain burn-in to it. This is not the case with me as I instantly found it to be good. But still, these are early days for me to go flat out and suggest Eterna to others.
The build quality of SB (cable and strain relief) is not to my liking. There are many reports in head-fi about RMA issues with GD-Audiobase, which is why I refrained from suggesting them (even though I like them better than M3). Eterna is better built than SB.
But, availability of Fischers is always an issue. It's a small company which has difficulty in stocking up International distributors / resellers. It's rare for them to be in stock and by the time they are in stock, the order build-up is enough to make them out of stock soon after (GD-Audiobase, Treoo and others).