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Hobby Talk
Canada
Приєднався 14 тра 2014
My thoughts and opinions on things…
Headphones, IEMs, DACs, Amps, Camera Gear, Audio Gear, Tech, Guitar Gear, Whatever I Find Interesting…
To contact me to have your product featured please fill out the contact form on my website: ByStephenJones.com
Headphones, IEMs, DACs, Amps, Camera Gear, Audio Gear, Tech, Guitar Gear, Whatever I Find Interesting…
To contact me to have your product featured please fill out the contact form on my website: ByStephenJones.com
ZiiGaat x Jays Audio ESTRELLA 2DD + 4BA Hybrid IEM Review
Thank you Jay and Linsoul for sending this for review: www.linsoul.com/products/ziigaat-x-jays-audio-estrella?srsltid=AfmBOortKZVb2ugmayMlREHQAfwwWa6G5vxyA4HUen2zvskxWq8GGR9d
Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt.
Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8
My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link
Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk
My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing
Music I regularly listen to: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/hobby-talk-shuffle/pl.u-Ma3gfqDx7GE
Equiptment used for testing:
Apple Dongle
Schiit Modius (AKM) and Asgard 3
xDuoo XP-2 Pro
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Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt.
Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8
My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link
Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk
My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing
Music I regularly listen to: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/hobby-talk-shuffle/pl.u-Ma3gfqDx7GE
Equiptment used for testing:
Apple Dongle
Schiit Modius (AKM) and Asgard 3
xDuoo XP-2 Pro
Socials...
Artist UA-cam: ua-cam.com/users/bystephenjones
Stephen's Website: bystephenjones.com
Stephen’s Twitter: ByStephenJones
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Rose Technics ROSESELSA CERAMICS X
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Thank you Rose Technics for sending this for review: rosetechnics.com/products/roseselsa-ceramics-x-tws-earbuds-anc-headphones-with-4-hd-mics-ip54-anti-wind-earphones-ldac-54ms?srsltid=AfmBOophShBh5kfxhEUllSl-NEYks-9kmPk_Zcq_bK6pxiFdkK-QQBiu Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: w...
Artti T10 $75 Planar IEM Review
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Thank you Artti for sending this for review: artti.cn/products/artti-t10-huge-planar-headphones-wired-in-ear-monitors-hifi-earphones?srsltid=AfmBOoqxKTgPA-wjNXukR5sOg2tI4LG_mQHvrLG4ZThhiLDpPMofXULQ Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk My Tier List: docs....
xMEMS !?!? SOUNDPEATS Capsule3Pro+ Wireless Earbuds Review
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Thank you SOUNDPEATS for sending this for review: They have set up a special 35% OFF code Code: SPCAPKOL (Original price: $89.99; Final price: $58.49) Start Date: 08/22/2024 12:01 AM PDT End Date: 09/22/2024 11:59 PM PDT Here is the product link reference: amzn.to/45KpLL9 Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: ...
7HZ Aurora (1DD + 1 Planar + 2BA IEM) First Impressions, Not a Review
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Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing Music I regularly listen to: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/hobby-talk-shuffle/pl.u-Ma3gfqDx7GE Equiptment used f...
Kinera Celest Wyvern Qing (DD) IEM Review vs Abyss
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Thank you HiFiGO for sending this for review: hifigo.com/products/kinera-celest-wyvern-qing?Q2 Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing Music I regular...
Simgot EM10 (1DD+8BA+1PZT) IEM First Impressions, Not a Review
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Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing Music I regularly listen to: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/hobby-talk-shuffle/pl.u-Ma3gfqDx7GE Equiptment used f...
Shozy P20 14.5mm Planar Magnetic Driver IEM First Impressions, Not a Review
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Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing Music I regularly listen to: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/hobby-talk-shuffle/pl.u-Ma3gfqDx7GE Equiptment used f...
ARTTI R1 (3DD) IEM Review
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Thank you Artti for sending this for review: www.aliexpress.com/store/1102725363?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allItems_or_groupList.pcShopHead_2005032313470.0 www.aliexpress.com/store/1102786788?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allItems_or_groupList.pcShopHead_2005338660712.0 www.aliexpress.com/store/1102597645?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allItems_or_groupList.pcShopHead_2004629337169.0 Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, ta...
IKKO OH10 (1DD+1BA) First Impressions, Not a Review
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Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing Music I regularly listen to: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/hobby-talk-shuffle/pl.u-Ma3gfqDx7GE Equiptment used f...
AFUL Performer 5 (1DD+4BA) IEM First Impressions, Not a Review
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Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing Music I regularly listen to: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/hobby-talk-shuffle/pl.u-Ma3gfqDx7GE Equiptment used f...
DUNU DTC 480 Dongle DAC Amp Review
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Thank you DUNU for sending this for review: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007174876987.html Disclaimer!!! This is all subjective, take everything I say with a grain of salt. Discord: discord.gg/CsbUxKKBG8 My Squigs: hobbytalk.squig.link Patreon: www.patreon.com/HobbyTalk My Tier List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-3cRMiUuiE3L-E_K4-tMZRT9UfN0n1vTekuJFG7cSB8/edit?usp=sharing Music I regularly li...
NiceHCK NX7MK4 (4BA+2DD+PZT) IEM Review
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NiceHCK NX7MK4 (4BA 2DD PZT) IEM Review
Value King… Myer-Audio SLIIVO SL-41 MK2 (1DD+4BA) IEM Review
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Value King… Myer-Audio SLIIVO SL-41 MK2 (1DD 4BA) IEM Review
Kinera Celest Wyvern Abyss (DD) IEM Review
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Kinera Celest Wyvern Abyss (DD) IEM Review
NF Audio RG15, NM2+, RA05 IEM Review (Assassin's Creed Headphone)
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DUNU x Gizaudio DaVinci (2DD+4BA) IEM Review
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Fosi Audio PH05 Headphone Amplifier Review
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XINHS Cables (Dusk 3.5 Cable Replacement)
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XINHS Cables (Dusk 3.5 Cable Replacement)
Hidizs S8 Pro Robin HiFi Balanced Dongle DAC Review
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Hidizs S8 Pro Robin HiFi Balanced Dongle DAC Review
Rose Technics EARFREE i3 ANC LDAC TWS Review
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Rose Technics EARFREE i3 ANC LDAC TWS Review
Celest Plutus Beast (1BC+1BA+1SPD) IEM Review
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Celest Plutus Beast (1BC 1BA 1SPD) IEM Review
I have a question, do you need a DAC for this? I have a laptop but idk if that's enough to get the full sound out of this.
@@Philwastakenfromme a cheap dongle like the apple dongle or similar should be good enough if your computer isn’t. I can’t say cause I don’t know your computers specs.
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i wish we had more honest reviews like yours vs shit influencers with millions of subs trying to shove shit down our throats. sub and like just for that.
@@dolphinboy7006 I appreciate it. Sometimes a product is so bad I get mad and the change from the OG to the A of the 440 is that. So much worse lol
How would you say these compare to the Hype 4? Those are for sure an all-rounder, endgame iem for me. I think the Sliivo MK2 is pretty great with the spiral dot++ tips as they have a way of easing the treble intensity and giving the mids a tad more of an organic touch; they almost sound like my HD6XX headphones at that point.
@@jakefoxx7978 I like this more than hype 4, hype 4 is a bit better of an all arounder for most people but still a tad too shouty for me personally. I love the SL-41 tho; that’s my main recommendation right now. That all said I think hype 4 is a “safer” recommendation than this, even if I like this more.
@HobbyTalk yeah I guess the Hype 4 wants be "spiritually" more "correct" but still have a touch of "fun" and the way you described the Estrella is it wants to be more fun 😁
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Great video ! How is the sound of the 6xx compared to the noire 2?
@@rdcb1057 very different… I use EQ with both tho. Noire is more exciting to me, but 6xx is more smooth.
ZiiGaat GAYELLA another Chinese crap
Nicely Done. Can you please explain the inverted polarity and how to check for it ? Thanks
@@deadline7610 it’s hard to explain. Best to A/B test with a song using a program to invert it. Bass sounds off and vocals sound weird to me.
Your rating seems mind-bogglingly odd. I have both D41s and Estrellas, for which I personally thank Jay, I remember him standing at the machine all weekend. The difference between them is like night and day. Obviously, I just don't have good enough equipment or I'm not deaf enough. Because I'm surprised by your rating, to put it mildly. And dividing sound by money is generally funny. Are you sure you're reviewing hammers for driving nails?
What do you recommend between this or truthear crincle zero red
@@akifbulut593 I prefer red personally
@@HobbyTalk But ew200 as good as zero red right? You just pick red personally. Am I right? Because ew200 cheaper and ım thinking to buy them
I think the Doscincos are more your style. They actually replaced the Meteors as my #1 (and I think you might remember me commenting on this prior) and can be an all rounder. But I’m loving the Estrellas. The quality of the bass and treble, just sounds hi res with great details, imaging and layering. and the huge soundstage is impressive. I’m not sure what the reverse polarity does to the sound, but these sound very wide as well as tall. The treble is ethereal and above your head. It’s the new Sonion E50 super tweeters. They sound like ESTs and that’s why this iem sounds closer to some kilobuck sets. I agree with pretty much everything you said. These are like a special effect iem and great to add to a collection. But do try the Doscincos, nothing fatiguing yet engaging (bass hits a drop harder than Estrellas) and I think they might crack your top 3. Cheers HT, love your reviews.
@@moonsofjupiter ya… I really need to try their other offerings… would like to if I get the chance. Thank you for the kind words :)
how does it compares with hype4 that has a close driver configuration ?
I much prefer this myself. Hype 4 unfortunately for me had a resonance issue with my ear canal. This is significantly better for me.
The night Star vs the natural wood? im in the fence on danvinci or estrella?
Hmmmmmmmmmm… it’s tough… DaVinci to me comes off as a slightly better all arounder. That said, Estrella does pop and EDM music so well it’s nuts. So depends what you mainly listen to.
Surprised that this is tiered lower than the sl41 I was so sure this will dethrone the sl41 glad to see the sl41 still being in the top 3
@@Suoh2 yeah, that earlier upper mid rise causes me fatigue where the SL-41 doesn’t have that.
Noobs ..1st thing in cables is SE or Balanced?..n y the f.. urs r SE?..pure noobs...Peace!
Do you prefer it over DaVinci?
@@uglyfate1326 personally no. DaVinci is a bit easier for me to listen to for a longer period of time.
Is there a warm headphone with a strong sound without any whistling? I tried more than one headphone, and they were all bad. The Hexa Delsey Galeo Red is garbage. The sound is weak. On an average sound, it is sharp and boring. I want an option that is around $100 or less. Help me. I have been confused for a month.
Look into the original QKZ x HBB, the one that is single DD. It’s under $30 and probably your best bet.
ummm...are you talking about the static freq? I don't hear any distortion on Red, Hexa, and Delci. Try changing your cables and source but those 3 are good even if you plug them directly on your laptop/phone. Sivga Gue, Dunu Titan S2, Sound Rhyme Sp01 and QKZ HBB (just like hobby talk mentioned) are what fits your sound preference under a hundred-dollar category.
The sarsaparilla? 🤔 Jk. 😄 I've heard lots of pronunciations. I'm not sure I'll be shelling out the cash for one but it sounds awesome for what it does. I have the Doscinco and Cincotres and they come with that same square case too so I know what you mean about the corners. The Estrella is gorgeous, though, so I might be tempted in to buying it at a later date if I see a great deal on it. Thank you for another great review! 👍
@@_-Z- I want to try their other stuff, they seem to make good stuff. Lol ya those corners are brutal. Wish I could try the others and say if this is worth it over them
How do you know if you have an iem that came with reverse polarity? I just very recently heard that this was even a thing. How does that even happen?
@@j.w.s.743 some hear it right away, I don’t always notice it until I A/B test using a program, can measure it too if the rig is correct polarity.
@@HobbyTalk hmmm interesting 🤔
My brother Jay should have put a little pronunciation tutorial on the back of the box 😅 Good review, brother
@@MrDomq22 lol ya I just listened to others reviews to see how they said it but I can barely read as it is haha
Thank you for the dope review man ✨ There's too much "all-rounders" right now so I wanted to go for something more exciting and unique When Estrella hits, it HITS
@@jayyaudio I think this was a great tuning idea. You’re right, the world has plenty of all arounders. When this hits it’s truly special.
Hey man, thanks for the review, i particularly enjoy as a fellow treble sensitive listener. Will you review the xenns tea pro ?
@@nicolasg9864 if someone sends it to me absolutely haha but ya, this was on the boarder line too much but not. Did a good job with it.
I recently came back after a year of hiatus(read as a different hobby) i still know you from hbb discord. Glad you still doing reviews bud, keep up the good work👍 The Iem game sure got a lot more aggressive as i recall.
@@ta114 appreciate the kind comment. Life is going lots better thank you
Stephen, thank you for another wonderful earphone review! 👌 Reverend Dr. Thomas, ✝️ The Vegan Vicar 🌱
@@TheVeganVicar thank you for the comment :)
3:07 did he say wo shang clan !!!?
I have a listhp some times 😅
The song choice 🔥
Hahaha 😆 ya
Heard my name
Hahaha picked the song just for that
Dude please review the best budget offering from ziigaat it's the nuo review it too. Ziigaat nuo
If Linsoul or whoever is willing to send them my way I’ll review them
Why can't you buy one and review it.
@@rajbasu4801 money is tight, can’t buy everything or I’d be broke and UA-cam don’t pay very well lol
It’s in my top 6, tied for 4th with CKLVX and Dusk. I have a shelf of stuff I ACTUALLY listen to, and this will be on that shelf.
Whats you current top 3 if i may ask. Trying to update myself after a time off.
@@ta114 Meteor, DaVinci, SL-41. Those are the 3 I reach for most. Meteor daily.
@@HobbyTalk we have almost the same taste in iem. In case you haven't tried it, I bet you'll like the Letshuoer S08.
@@NelsonMichaelI grab my DaVinci most of the time as well with divinus wide bore tips. However, it’s large shell and wobbles when on the go. Looking for something similar but more compact, I might need to check out the s08 then.
@@k.w5804Is the DaVinci easy to drive?
They're beautiful. 😍 If they sound even half as good as they look it'll be a fantastic set. Looking forward to the review! 👍
@@_-Z- they are gorgeous! They sound really good for half my library.
Bought the 440A to replace the old one, I prefer it to be honest. It's more comfy than the 440, thought this depends on head size and shape, I prefer the sound and think it feels more premium.
@@HeresMo yeah my head is way too big for the 440A lol can’t get it to fit right at all
@@HobbyTalk I gave it a little test and sounded better while being run from my 3.5mm jack from the pc but the true test will be when I connect it to my audio interface though I’m no audio junkie and just need a clean pair of headphones for video editing.
the old 440 is a great sounding closed back!
Completely agree! OG is really good!
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I live in Italy and found these for 5,38 euros which is roughly 8 CAD... just best quality you can get for this much
@@jupinski insane good price! So good!
Do i need an amp for this?
@@ronaldooliveira8771 dongle or phone jack is fine
I like the logo and non waifu theme.
@@AronAddams7 hahah truth
Hi! How is compared 7Hz Aurora with Thiaudio Hype 4 and Simgot Em10? It will help a lot!!❤❤
@@onlyspace9813 this is significantly worse in every way
Stephen, thank you for another wonderful wireless earphone review! 👌 Reverend Dr. Thomas, ✝️ The Vegan Vicar 🌱
@@TheVeganVicar appreciate you!
What is the best headphone without brightness without disturbance, balanced sound, warm, comfortable, long listening, price $200 and under? iem
@@abdullah_12_12 Myer Audio SL-41
I got it for 1 dollar, so I think its a bit of a steal compared to the 20 dollar hbb for me.
@@x3rts hot damn that’s an amazing deal!
@@HobbyTalk yup, aliexpress has it for cheap
No clack test? Is it because they're Ceramics? 🙂 I've heard of Rose Technics before but up until now I thought they only produced iems. 🤔 I'm not sure if it's their first tws product or not but it sounds like a respectable attempt. Looks like they may be following in the Moondrop, KZ, TinHifi footsteps in trying to expand their horizons in the market. I think most (if not all) of their tws offerings can be competitive in the sound category. They all need to work on special features (app experience, ANC, and transparency) to make their products an appealing alternative to Soundcore, Soundpeats, and Earfun in the budget tws segment, though, since they definitely hold the advantage there for now. Thank you for another great review! 👍
@@_-Z- ya overall they make pretty alright products. I’m glad there are some decent cheaper options but it really is worth it to get the nicer TWS.
Is it better than Tangzu wainer ? Currently I am using it for Music and valorant
To me? Yes… but not worth spending money to “upgrade” more of a side grade. Save for something better.
@@HobbyTalk which one do you recommend same price range
@@mahdiasif5647 I recommend saving your money for higher price range. Waner is good enough till like $80, then you have HEXA, T10, few decent… if you can save to $180 the SL-41 is my number 1 recommendation for most people.
They changed it recently, fixed it with those language issues and all. However still very minimal, no fancy software things. Coincidence, I recorded my review for these today only
@@treblewellxtended hahaha the Chinese in one year and English in the other LOL
@@HobbyTalk 😅
Do you recommend a dongle dac to use it with an android phone?
Depends on the android phone. Don’t need one tho
@@HobbyTalk I mean you need at leaat something to convert from type c to aux.
which one has better imaging bro the qkz hbb or the kz castor bass edition
@@aquarlexkaneki9372 they’re the same
@@HobbyTalk what about better sound stage? like which one has a wider sound stage among qkz hbb and the kz castor
i am planning to buy a planar iem, i am new to hobby , i currently have kz castor, edc pro and tangzu wan er studio edition, i like wan er the best with desire of just a little more bass. under budget of 100 dollars, what would be best planar according to you? should i go for this or anything else?
@@edeshkumar9686 hmmm… this is best bang for buck… I like P20 with foam tips a lot… but wait for these to go on sale I’d say
what are your thought's on KZ EDC Pro
@@nathanel7637 never tried it sorry
Can please tell me that, is this good for mixing sound , or if not than please can you recommend some budget iem for mixing and mastering sound ?
@@Sandee9k it’s got some boosted bass, that’s the only thing… so your mixes may be slightly less bass if you’re using this to reference. Other than that it would do just fine in my opinion. So as long as you do a second reference for bass you’d be golden. For a reference style set under $50 is tough… I’d probably mix with Truthear Hexa if I had to stay under $100. But for under $50 the Castor maybe is your best bet for quality of sound. If you can afford under $200 the Myer Audio SL-41 is my choice.
Thankyou sir, it means alot to me,