The BEST (sounding) True Wireless Buds

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  • @crin
    @crin  2 роки тому +504

    Here are the other thousand wired earphones that I've ranked: crinacle.com/rankings/iems

    • @beni5149
      @beni5149 2 роки тому +1

      what about kz zsx with the az09 pro bt adapter, i got both for a total of 55 which is cheaper than what i could find all the others in this list, my sister has air pods pro and i think it sounds better than those

    • @michaelellis6384
      @michaelellis6384 2 роки тому +1

      Its been 7 days since I've listened to this video earlier this morning 🌄

    • @northwiebesick7136
      @northwiebesick7136 2 роки тому +1

      As someone who has just found your videos I would like to ask you, first of all, if you do much with headphones, and if you have ever built a set of headphones, specifically just 2 speakers hooked up to a female 3.5mm panel jack in a set of hearing protectors, for instance? Also, I would like to apologize before I get into the nuances of whet exactly I want to try and figure out, as I tend to make long posts, and repeat myself multiple times, while trying to find answers for separate but related questions...
      I'm looking to build a set of headphones without any circuitry inside, aside from the speakers themselves, for a removable cord set of headphones, as I generally don't like most kinds of headphones I have bought, and am wondering what I can do to make the experience as good as possible. Specifically, I'm currently looking at something about 2inches in size, that's not the standard coin looking plastic "magnetic" speaker, and found something on Amazon I like the looks of that has specs of around 3watts, and 4ohms, that is supposed to be a good speaker for use in things like raspberry pi devices and other similar things, and supposed to be full range as well. My main problem looking at different speakers, is the fact that different brands use different style cones and surrounds, as well as different types of speakers altogether, and I honestly don't know how to find a "good audio quality" speaker that looks pleasing to the eye...
      I found some with rubber looking surrounds and a hard plastic looking grey material, but I'm so used to the speakers having a tweeter dome in the middle when tearing stuff apart, even with cheap cardboard looking speakers in it, that I don't know if that's really necessary, nor do I know how to tell if a speaker is truly full range, just by looking at a picture of it.
      Obviously I'm looking for inexpensive speakers for use in my project, and my current ones I'm looking at are around 12-15$ for a set of 4 speakers, but again, I don't know what a good speaker, audio/range wise, is supposed to look like, nor what is going to be good as far as build quality and material goes, in relation to getting better sounding sound.
      I'm the kind of guy that would rather build something than buy it premade, just so you have an idea of how I prefer to do things, in case you were thinking I'm crazy for even thinking of doing something like this.(and it's ok if you DO think I'm crazy)
      If you know of a place I could go to get some guidance, or if you know anything about these kinds of projects yourself, getting an end product that sounds "good" for cheap, then any advice given, would be appreciated. It doesn't need to be audiophile grade help either, as I'm relatively new to custom built audio, and I'm just trying to get the information to get the right speakers, and to hook everything up properly, as well as to take pride in trying to do the best job I can do, now that I have a new soldering iron that should make my builds better by itself, necessitating the attempt to make the end product nicer looking...

    • @kitsune7919
      @kitsune7919 2 роки тому +1

      Kinda suprised you didnt mention soundcore. I have the Life P2's and they sound pretty great for the price. They even come with AptX.

    • @ra.x.g17
      @ra.x.g17 2 роки тому +1

      Analise and add Tronsmart Spunky Beat to AutoEq results pleaseeee!

  • @WeSkeem
    @WeSkeem 2 роки тому +5121

    Anytime someone goes on a rant against Raycon, I know I can trust them.

    • @EliteSniperTV
      @EliteSniperTV 2 роки тому +38

      I cri every time 😢 the poor viewers

    • @PankoBreading
      @PankoBreading 2 роки тому +121

      The royjoys

    • @itsmrdante6274
      @itsmrdante6274 2 роки тому +190

      They're absolutely horrible sounding. People don't think that they sound that bad because they're used to shitty headphones

    • @coffeemakerbottomcracked
      @coffeemakerbottomcracked 2 роки тому +34

      I think that many people will not hear how terrible they sound, just because they switched from the earbuds they got with the phone.

    • @deki9827
      @deki9827 2 роки тому +53

      @@PankoBreading the rancans

  • @andrebertini4306
    @andrebertini4306 2 роки тому +309

    I love you asian headphone man

  • @morphitsu6534
    @morphitsu6534 2 роки тому +1487

    PSA: the AKG N400 have some quality control issues, ie drivers being dead on arrival, drivers dying soon after, drivers having harsh static, battery issues etc, if you're after a more complete, less frustrating tws experience the galaxy buds are a safer bet

    • @Sandaasu
      @Sandaasu 2 роки тому +114

      Yeah, this. I have a pair and do generally like them well enough after learning to work around their problems, but any reccomendation of them needs to come with a big asterisk. At the price they go for now, though, I'd say they're worth a shot.

    • @scouthatesrainbows
      @scouthatesrainbows 2 роки тому +92

      From complete elation to minor regret. Thanks for the realization that there is never a truly perfect deal

    • @winnieid2727
      @winnieid2727 2 роки тому +3

      Still priced high here so no no for me

    • @realeijr
      @realeijr 2 роки тому +50

      @@winnieid2727 they're 50$?

    • @Arcangel2992
      @Arcangel2992 2 роки тому +4

      Phew I’m one of the lucky few then.

  • @matthewmanzi9504
    @matthewmanzi9504 2 роки тому +457

    Got the Akg 400 after this and that was a great purchase. I already have the buds pro and I would say they are similar but different and overall I like the sound more on the AKG. It has better technical performance and a larger, more accurate sound stage. Now the buds pro still sound better for some modern music and EDM but for rock, acoustic, classical, and most all else, I prefer the AKG.

    • @carbonoxx
      @carbonoxx 2 роки тому +4

      akg sound good but it feel heavy after a while, if they make a design similar to airpod pro it will be more confortable to use

    • @5usp3c7
      @5usp3c7 2 роки тому

      Now which one feels better in the pocket?

    • @h4tch3tt74
      @h4tch3tt74 2 роки тому +12

      For anyone looking at this comment at time of writing the current price of the AKG N400 is $130 US. Considering the price of the Sony option not bad

    • @Smartinez718
      @Smartinez718 Рік тому +1

      Would you still take them over the Buds pro 2? I have the buds pro and am interested in an upgrade.

    • @RustySeatbelt
      @RustySeatbelt Рік тому +1

      Seems like they have a “faster” more responsive driver, overall, which is favorable for metal & rock. The drivers return to neutral more quickly, all to prevent the “muddy” effect produced by looser, bass-heavy drivers found in most other sets.

  • @ディラック-g5g
    @ディラック-g5g 10 місяців тому +62

    It’s been two years, we need another recommendation for wireless buds!

    • @near5128
      @near5128 9 місяців тому +2

      In guy with data but never try we trust

    • @cicly6231
      @cicly6231 8 місяців тому +8

      Good earbuds stay good

    • @screwstatists7324
      @screwstatists7324 24 дні тому

      True wireless earbuds have a new model and are still available for $20 in the Wal-Mart checkout isle

  • @margaesperanza
    @margaesperanza 2 роки тому +176

    I had the original Galaxy Buds as my first true wireless earphones, and the Galaxy Buds 2 as a freebie when I got my Z flip 3. I never really heard other channels talk about it so I'm glad to see them here. If you own a Samsung phone, the brand will really incentivise users to get their buds like big sales or as an add on.

    • @Errcyco
      @Errcyco Рік тому +7

      Sammy knows audio. It’s always been funny cause they pick the WEIRDEST things to brag about in marketing-totally ignore things like your comment. They make killer headphones, and they play super well with the Samsung flagships.. much like apple does with the AirPods.

  • @rishi_sk
    @rishi_sk 2 роки тому +232

    I've been rocking the buds + for well over an year now. They sound as you said well balanced and really good. The battery life is still really solid. I regularly use them for more than 4 to 5 hrs everyday, including meetings and music listening. The case size is one of the most pocketable cases, the buds fits really well in the ear, with the wing tips. Also, for my use case, I don't really need ANC and there have been quite a few firmware updates over the last year, which really improved the connection quality. The only this I wish it had is multi point connection.

    • @colt45lmer
      @colt45lmer 2 роки тому +2

      i keep having to get old stock now all other galaxy buds are absolute garbage none of them have as good batter or even stay in ur damn ears Buds+ are the best

    • @unoriginalyoutubename8761
      @unoriginalyoutubename8761 2 роки тому +2

      I used the buds plus for a year and got the Airpod Pros after I switched the iphone. The Pros sound much more neutral and less muddy, which I prefer over the buds+

    • @AndreiGrozea
      @AndreiGrozea Рік тому +3

      Mine survived a 50min tumble wash program and they sound just as good lol

    • @iikatinggangsengii2471
      @iikatinggangsengii2471 Рік тому

      yeah i think they all astells on every range

  • @RetroKid
    @RetroKid Рік тому +51

    I blame this video for the AKG N400 shooting up to $150 again.

    • @gin6493
      @gin6493 7 місяців тому +1

      They’re like $80 rn

    • @RetroKid
      @RetroKid 7 місяців тому +4

      Now it is. 7 months ago, the price was $150

    • @TheXzibit9
      @TheXzibit9 4 місяці тому +1

      Now it's sold out

  • @TylerjWebb
    @TylerjWebb Рік тому +15

    This is a crazy great video. I was going to skim through, but I ended up watching from the value king all the way to the end. Very informative. I hope you do something like this again in the future.

  • @guycxz
    @guycxz 2 роки тому +286

    I'm interested to see how wired IEMS measure against the best TWS buds on something like the UTWS5. They cost 130$ US, are hooks, and have a relatively bulky case, but the amount of value you can potentially get from them is enormous.

    • @jonasamon9091
      @jonasamon9091 2 роки тому +2

      I wonder if one of those with a dusk is crin's wet dream

    • @mayonotes9849
      @mayonotes9849 2 роки тому +40

      @@realaudioreviews Yeah, obviously, but you can't beat the convenience. It's always nice to see companies like FiiO trying to make the TWS adapters sound as close to wired as they can.

    • @PKAWA
      @PKAWA 2 роки тому

      fyi KZ AZ09pro are much cheaper and really great. aptx via bluetooth

    • @mayonotes9849
      @mayonotes9849 2 роки тому +8

      @@PKAWA They only support QDC, so it's not as flexible as TRN or FiiO with either 2 pin 0.78mm or MMCX.

    • @guycxz
      @guycxz 2 роки тому +5

      @@PKAWA Considering they only use a QCC3040 they probably sound about as good as the UTWS3, which uses the QCC 3020 with a discrete amplifier. That is really good value.
      That said, the UTWS5 is powered by the QCC 5040 which supports Aptx Adaptive and uses an AKM DAC. Overall it's mostly indistinguishable from my K3, which puts it at a tier above most other solutions.

  • @CharlesGorby
    @CharlesGorby 2 роки тому +192

    I bought the N400NC and used it as my daily driver for a week. I love crinacle but I think it's important to remember listening preference, as I came from Jabra 65/75t's and am now using sony wf1000xm4's. When I used the n400nc's, the touch controls were absolutely unusable, software was okay but not as good as Jabra, and the Harman tuning was too shouty for my tastes. However I bought a pair as a gift for someone else and they love it, so it's just really subjective

    • @Hi_how_you_doing
      @Hi_how_you_doing 2 роки тому +6

      To my ears the Sony's sound the best.

    • @CharlesGorby
      @CharlesGorby 2 роки тому

      @@Hi_how_you_doing I like the tuning a lot, as I've used Tripowin Mele's with similar tuning, but I hate how the one dynamic driver struggles with percussion and melody and bass at the same time. It's a lot for one not-fantastic driver to handle and that's why I want to see better wireless IEMs ESPECIALLY WITH PROPER SOFTWARE INTEGRATION LIKE MULTIPOINT AND MIC PASSTHRU!!

    • @rachidhf4579
      @rachidhf4579 2 роки тому +14

      The XM4's are pretty Bass heavy, so going to an IEM with nowhere near the bass boost must be somewhat disapointing from a "fun sound" perspective.

    • @77dris
      @77dris 2 роки тому +5

      @@rachidhf4579 I'm the opposite. Bass heavy sound takes the fun out of music for me. For me the fun is in the mids/upper mids where female vocals and guitars lie.

    • @jackbrian7083
      @jackbrian7083 2 роки тому

      @@Hi_how_you_doing i mean both do things differently, you want bass you get the sonys you want neutral you get the n400 or buds pro tbh.

  • @ashravenpb
    @ashravenpb 2 роки тому +177

    WF-XM3 is fantastic with the only thing holding it back being the fit/size (foam tips help a lot with keeping them secure and comfortable). One of my favorite tuned tws buds and good soundstage even compared to similarly priced wired iems.

    • @JoeNokers
      @JoeNokers 2 роки тому +1

      I had (have) them, but they just didn't fit well and I ended up buying some moondrop kato's instead. If you have smallish ears, stay away.

    • @fizzlec.drizzle5094
      @fizzlec.drizzle5094 2 роки тому +5

      I use them currently, and I think the sound quality is good but not nearly as loud as I'd like it to be

    • @ashravenpb
      @ashravenpb 2 роки тому +1

      @@fizzlec.drizzle5094 I haven’t had any issues with volume. Paired to an iPhone SE, I rarely go higher than 1/3

    • @fizzlec.drizzle5094
      @fizzlec.drizzle5094 2 роки тому +1

      @@ashravenpb I've got a Samsung S9+ idk if anyone else with the same phone has that problem

    • @thedrunkengardener9367
      @thedrunkengardener9367 2 роки тому +3

      Just received some foam tips for the xm3s I was quite surprised how much they helped.

  • @MrLion-zb8je
    @MrLion-zb8je 2 роки тому +10

    You and dankpods are my top 1 audiophile guys..

  • @stackhom656
    @stackhom656 2 роки тому +58

    I love my Lypertek Tevis because I came from Final Audio E2000 and QDC Neptune, all of which are somewhat neutral but one issue I noticed after a year is that the left earbud has faulty contacts which makes it hard to charge. It's extremely frustrating to only have 15% left when you thought you left it charging overnight.
    There are also times when both of them disconnect when you take one off and have your hand hold it below the source(e.g. holding one earbud with your relaxed arm below your phone which is in your pocket).

    • @Errcyco
      @Errcyco Рік тому +1

      I’m glad this popped into my feed. My buddy is anti name brand for whatever reason and asked me what are good waterproof buds to hike in. These woulda been perfect. I sidesteps those $22 Tozos cause cheap lol.

  • @orthosympa6993
    @orthosympa6993 2 роки тому +234

    What i love about the samsung buds is how cheap they are. You can get the buds 2 under 100$ which is insane for the sound quality and features you get.

    • @BichaelStevens
      @BichaelStevens 2 роки тому +5

      IMO my creative air's sound better but... but... the comfort and UX is abysmal...

    • @stalinshishkebab
      @stalinshishkebab 2 роки тому +4

      I just got the buds 2 new for about $80.

    • @almagcope3569
      @almagcope3569 2 роки тому +2

      I have mine for 30$. The og version i think

    • @simonadams6640
      @simonadams6640 2 роки тому +2

      For all of those compaining in about the AKG not being available in EU Buds Pro are 100 euro on Amazon too right now.

    • @Zafor-ium
      @Zafor-ium 2 роки тому +4

      Went from the buds plus to buds pro during an impulse buying spree

  • @Stevo0929
    @Stevo0929 2 роки тому +23

    Hey I like this guy. I love his sense of humor. Videos are really interesting to listen to

  • @glennjordan5983
    @glennjordan5983 2 роки тому +150

    I bought the AKG N400's based on the recommendation and the "why not" price.
    It took a bit of fiddling around with them to initially get them paired right to my Pixel5a, but once done they are quite nice sounding.
    Excellent deal at $50.

    • @77dris
      @77dris 2 роки тому +13

      Wow, those cost $150 here in Canada.

    • @vmx200
      @vmx200 2 роки тому +5

      They're $50 only in the US, Harmon nor akg ship anywhere else. Great deal though

    • @HeadphoneHangover
      @HeadphoneHangover 2 роки тому +1

      @@77dris $299 in Australia, $249 cheapest on Amazon AU.

    • @jonathanbarnes7641
      @jonathanbarnes7641 2 роки тому

      AKG N400 where can I find them exactly thanks 😊?

  • @victoriavalladarez9094
    @victoriavalladarez9094 Рік тому +94

    To my ears these 3rd Gen Air pods are more comfortable compared to the newer Pro version with the soft gel tips. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxgl8SzyQoymMu-S3V55Dskg5QJ8xr1yCR That said, compared to the 3rd Gen, I notice these do not stay planted in the ear as well. One design issue I think, is you squeeze the stem and click it twice to advance your songs. On 3rd gen you tap the large speaker. The difference is by grabbing the stem each time, you tend to loosen the bud fit in your ear. Not always, but the bud falls out a few times while running. The old tap to change never had that problem for me. I would not have changed that tap function. That said, the newer Pro version sticks in the ear, almost airtight if you want that. I do not like that Airtight fit. So that's why I'd stay with this version as the best trade off of comfort, use, and overall feel.

  • @ContraVsGigi
    @ContraVsGigi 2 роки тому +43

    Using the Galaxy Buds Pro right now and I can confirm the sound quality, I love it. The battery is also good, the case is small and easy to get into the pocket. Quite a lot of advantages
    If there is one thing I would love some improvements, that is the ergonomy to get them to the same comfort level as the Airpods.

    • @jaromor8808
      @jaromor8808 2 роки тому +1

      if only the rtrds at Samsung fixed the bug of the app not remembering to Block the touches :(

    • @yodison666
      @yodison666 2 роки тому +1

      @@jaromor8808 it's fixed for me

    • @iikatinggangsengii2471
      @iikatinggangsengii2471 Рік тому

      this is obviously preferable lul

  • @mndlessdrwer
    @mndlessdrwer 2 роки тому +142

    You've never experience ear violation until you've tried inserting classic etymotic IEMs. The triple flanged eartips are truly a new kind of deep penetration.
    I'd also have to agree about the mainstream buds. The Sony offering certainly aren't as terrible as they could be, given Sony's history of tuning monstrosities, but the only reason you'd really want the Sony is for their ANC. It really is like shutting a vault door. In that regard, they're great. In terms of sound quality... ...hmm, they do offer LDAC, which helps a bit if you enable it, but from a raw tuning perspective, Samsung is the winner. Even with only Apt-X LL, it's got great sound.

    • @bloodgain
      @bloodgain 2 роки тому +13

      Exactly. I have the Sony WH-1000XM3s. The reason to have them, by far, is the unsurpassed ANC. Sony and Bose trade blows on who is the ANC top dog. They are comfortable, not fatiguing to listen to (which the Samsung Buds+ are, even Crin admits), have great battery life, and stellar Bluetooth performance, and the Android app that controls them is genuinely good. They sound... fine. If you dislike the tuning, you can EQ them a bit in the app. But honestly, what are you really going to listen to on them? UA-cam/TikTok videos, podcasts, compressed audio from Spotify/Pandora, or white noise. Sony aimed at what mattered, QoL, and nailed it, and that's why they are popular.

    • @theimaginativeweirdo4537
      @theimaginativeweirdo4537 2 роки тому +5

      I'm new to this space right? But seeing the etymotic gives me fear hahaha

    • @Mrbombs102
      @Mrbombs102 2 роки тому +4

      I can completely forgive Sonys tuning with ANC that great.
      I have the WF and WH XM4's, I wore them at my old job where ripping boxes and people yelling around me was the norm. I didn't hear any of it, and the tuning feels like it works alongside the ANC to cover what little sound makes it though.
      Even if it's wildly inaccurate I never found it fatiguing.
      I never use them to listen at home tho, the buds are my EDC pocket earbuds because I already have them and I don't buy redundant products. And the Headphones are great when I'm on a train or plane.
      But For consumer audio, they are great products. Built well, with good features and for 90% of people the tuning won't be an issue.
      When I want great sound I have things at home that do that, when i want good enough sound and convenience, Sony is a go to, especially with that ANC.
      They tuned them to he easy to listen too for hours, which means they aren't accurate. But they never claimed to be reference headphones so it doesn't other me that they aren't. They deliver exactly what they promise

    • @mehmetgurdal
      @mehmetgurdal 2 роки тому

      I really want to try etymotic. :D

    • @Oxibase
      @Oxibase 2 роки тому

      I used to have a set of Etymotic HF3’s and I used some Shure foam tips on them and talk about getting a great seal. I loved the way those things sounded. The bass wasn’t very powerful but it sound well controlled and accurate. The highs were just effortless.

  • @ELJefeReviews
    @ELJefeReviews 2 роки тому +58

    The AKG N400 are what the Galaxy Buds Pro SHOULD have been. The only real downside I've experienced with them are the janky swipe controls.

    • @Wylie288
      @Wylie288 2 роки тому +7

      Do they have superior ambient sound? Ambient Sound is the main reason I have the Buds Pro. I use them at work. I need to be able to hear people talking to me, and I suffer from nerve damage. I need the music *loud* as well.

    • @ELJefeReviews
      @ELJefeReviews 2 роки тому +1

      @@Wylie288 not a good choice for you. Volume is not as loud as other products on the market unfortunately.

    • @MrDragonorp
      @MrDragonorp 2 роки тому +1

      Tho the buds pro have superior quality of life if you in samsung eco

    • @leonfrancis3418
      @leonfrancis3418 2 роки тому +1

      @@Wylie288 The Buds Pro easily have the best ambient sound on the market of any TWS.
      It's fine tunable to your hearing, (came in an update, so if you haven't updated you won't have it) and I've tuned it to a point where I hear no hissing or digital sounding noise.
      It's the closest to listening with your ears an ambient mode has gotten for me.

    • @petermurage8685
      @petermurage8685 2 роки тому +1

      We the sennheiser boys are very hurt by this review 😂😂😂 those bolts arent that bad

  • @Bamboo_Roche
    @Bamboo_Roche 10 місяців тому +3

    omg the club penguin music, havent even watched the whole video yet but it made me so happy! its the music from the fishing minigame where you have to catch the big yellow fish. my childhood

  • @nueloblack
    @nueloblack 2 роки тому +2

    I love that you are real. No flashy LED backlights, fancy computer desk, or fancy backgrounds. My desk looks just like that with wires and screwdrivers everywhere.

  • @mrlyles2002able
    @mrlyles2002able 2 роки тому +10

    I've had my pair of AKG's for 2 weeks now and I love the sound quality. For $50 they can't be beaten.

  • @Thefrostedslime
    @Thefrostedslime 2 роки тому +17

    I made the mistake of buying raycon.
    Here's what I experienced: From the first day I got them there was already a crack in the plastic leading up to the fin. This is when I first opened them. They fall apart SUPER easy, you have butterfingers and drop one, it cracks open. Within a few months a short found its way into the left earbud and I've been resorted to using only one earbud for about a year now. NOW that earbud is also cooked. terrible investment, wish I had paid the extra $30-$40 for some Airpods or Sony's.

    • @outbook
      @outbook 2 роки тому +3

      lmfao raycons

    • @richardmillhousenixon
      @richardmillhousenixon 2 роки тому +2

      That's interesting, I've been using my Raycon E55s for about two years now for listening to podcasts while I work and I've never had any build quality issues. They are absolutely terrible for listening to music, but for what I use them for, which is like I said podcasts or audiobooks, they work just fine. And I work in a shop environment so they've been through the wringer. I would never recommend them to someone else because of how terrible they are for music, but for what I use them for they work just well for me.

    • @aliciab6378
      @aliciab6378 2 роки тому +4

      Raycons have made me never trust UA-camrs with sponsors. No matter who they are. All these music UA-camrs hyping them up so I figured they'd be decent at least. They are worth $20 imo. Bamboozled. If anyone is reading this and on the fence about buying them please don't waste your money. Mine started shorting and falling apart in under a year of daily use. I'm not hard on them either. Battery life is crap too and the sound quality is garbage, it will make you sad.

    • @ungabungus01
      @ungabungus01 2 роки тому

      Why would you listen to youtube sponsors for audio gear lol. I knew if mainstream youtubers are shilling audio gear it is shit

    • @richardmillhousenixon
      @richardmillhousenixon 2 роки тому

      @@aliciab6378 I have to agree that for one single pair the price is not worth it. However, in my experience (though admittedly my experience might very well be the outlier) they have been very good at honoring their warranty and replacing broken pairs. I bought a pair for my sister because she (brace yourselves) actually likes that kind of sound profile (I know, how the hell am I related to her) and her pair broke after about a years use. Despite that, she contacted Raycon and within a couple days had a brand new pair at no cost to her. That second pair lasted another two years before she accidentally left them in her pocket and they went through the laundry, one of the earbuds finally giving out. She bought a pair of Galaxy buds after that (not the beans unfortunately) and those have been going for about a year

  • @disastrousemouse
    @disastrousemouse 2 роки тому +34

    I’ve moved on to the earhooks I can use to drive normal IEMs. UTWS5 has issues with wanting to constantly connect to my phone when I don’t ask it to, but the TRN BR30 is better for that.

    • @Tallas_
      @Tallas_ 2 роки тому +1

      I use the TRN BT30 with the 7hz Timeless, and it's a great combo.

    • @al201103
      @al201103 2 роки тому

      I started off with the UTWS2 but it died on me (likely due to severely heavy sweating when running). Moved to iBasso, used with my old UM Macbeths. The sound is just superb and brings new life to IEMs I had stopped using. Sweatproofing is still an issue (I have to use silicon tips turned inside out on the charging points) but the sound from them is really nice. (For the record, Macbeths were superseded by InEar Prophile 8s, which in turn were replaced by Mest)

  • @scottieray
    @scottieray 2 роки тому +22

    I've owned the 65t for nearly 3 years. They do have a nice solid sound. They have also survived 3 Arkansas Summers with sweat, high heat, and much humidity...they have not failed yet.

    • @semirrahge
      @semirrahge 2 роки тому +2

      Jabra don't always sound the best but as far as quality and durability they are unbeatable.

    • @hoobidibahbidibah8119
      @hoobidibahbidibah8119 2 роки тому

      I've got the 85t. My favorite aspect about Jabras buds though is that they use actual buttons instead of touchpads meaning that there's less potential for mistaps. Also they allow you to control all the most important functions (volume, track skip, ANC, voice assistant, etc.) WITHOUT needing to pull your phone out whereas almost every other TWS compromises on controls in some way.

  • @oversteer_9339
    @oversteer_9339 2 роки тому +29

    As an audio nerd. I am so happy to find this channel. I have been looking for an answer for a long time. I keep buying the hype earbuds but never seem to be satisfied. Little did i know...

    • @ttt2690
      @ttt2690 Рік тому

      Which one worked for ya !?

    • @oversteer_9339
      @oversteer_9339 Рік тому

      @@ttt2690 Went for the samsung buds 2 pro. Best buy ever. Sounds way better than the sony xm4s i have

  • @BurgundyBrundley
    @BurgundyBrundley Рік тому +5

    I’ll always hate the term audiophile but if anyone can use it, it’s this guy

  • @wesm.2133
    @wesm.2133 2 роки тому +17

    I think you should've done some research on the AKG n400 before recommending them as a secret stash. There are a lot of basic operational issues like they dont fit in the case properly so they dont charge, if the case runs out of battery, the case wont detect they've been inserted and start to charge and the phone doesn't detect they were disconnected. I've had a similar product that I like the sound and fit but basic functional things didn't work and were really frustrating. This is why they have been discounted in the US to $47 as they did with the Skull Candy Indys. They even replaced the Indy's for free and sold them cheaper once I guess they knew it was just crap build quality and they were having to replace them constantly.

    • @devilopment3291
      @devilopment3291 2 роки тому

      that's what'd you expect from this audiophile only review. he said it from the start. that's why he told us to compare his audio quality review to build quality review streamers, so that we can pinpoint the "right" product that we can bought/spend money on with ease.
      it's kinda lucky for him to get the "better" product before it collapse in quality that resulted in those bad user review and the price cut.

  • @marcosf7772
    @marcosf7772 2 роки тому +6

    I just discovered your channel, i love your personality. Thank you so much for truly focusing on sound.

  • @bla_ank
    @bla_ank 2 роки тому +34

    I picked up the N400's even though I already own a pair of Galaxy Bud+'s. First impressions: the Buds are way more comfortable, with a much nicer fit, basically surpassing the N400's in every aspect of the experience... except sound. The N400's remind me of my 6xx, with a natural timbre and ever so slightly boomy bass. The Buds are well tuned, slightly less bass emphasized (on default profile), but have an artificialness to them that is especially noticeable when A/B'd
    People have complained about QC issues, but that's yet to be seen. The N400's at least *feel* like a premium product. I'll be keeping the Buds handy in case the N400's crap out on me, but I much prefer the sound coming out of them

    • @Lukemasonmedia
      @Lukemasonmedia 2 роки тому +1

      This was the most confusing comment

    • @bla_ank
      @bla_ank 2 роки тому +3

      @@Lukemasonmedia ok, which part were you confused about

    • @norbertoillan2255
      @norbertoillan2255 Рік тому +1

      @@bla_ank Hi, just wondering if those N400s still working and your final thoughts on them. I'd really appreciate your answer

  • @avatr7109
    @avatr7109 3 місяці тому +1

    Im used to Blon03 sound , its wide and open , Superb bass , Excellent treble...no pricky harshness. Cab listen to prolonged hours
    I want something similar to that.

  • @GabrielIgnacio
    @GabrielIgnacio 2 роки тому +14

    As of today, the AKG N400s are *still* $47.99 on both AKG’s site and Harman Audio. I honestly think that these are just being pushed out at a very cheap price due to the quality issues and presumably these buds interfering with Samsung’s Galaxy Buds line in terms of sales if the N400s were marketed any more than what little was done for them.
    You still find them for higher prices from other sellers but those are generally due to different colorways while akg and harman audio sell them only in black.

    • @PotatoPatatoVonSpudsworth
      @PotatoPatatoVonSpudsworth Рік тому

      1 year later and the price has more then doubled. Dammit!

    • @jusbubz
      @jusbubz Рік тому

      ​@@PotatoPatatoVonSpudsworththanks for saving me the trouble of looking up the price myself 😭

  • @Ricelord4
    @Ricelord4 2 роки тому +4

    I got the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro as a freebie with my Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G phone back in June last year, and it's honestly what brought me back to the audiophile hobby. They sound great, and they're super convenient. I still have my Sennheiser HD 280 Pro headphones from 2009 when I first got into the hobby, those Buds Pro from last year, and then I got the BLON BL-03 and Sennheiser HD 58X within the last 2-3 months. Gonna eventually go up the ranks, but I'm enjoying the budget stuff first.
    P.S. I'm glad to see that your new channel revival is going well. 26.6k subscribers in a short amount of time. You'll be back to 100k in no time!

    • @mikafoxx2717
      @mikafoxx2717 2 роки тому

      How would you compare the tuning on the Blon-03 to the 58x? The blon to be sounds very neutral and natural, besides the subbass. I've never heard the HD 600 series, but I do have a HE-400i which is good, if not a tad too much upper mids

    • @Ricelord4
      @Ricelord4 2 роки тому

      @@mikafoxx2717 I would say that the BLON BL-03, compared to the HD 58X, is warmer, with more emphasis on the mid bass and lower mid range. Sub bass is also a little bit boosted on the BL-03, but then again the roll-off on the HD 58X or any of the HD 6-series is very abrupt below 50 Hz. The treble on the BL-03, while nice and natural, isn't nearly as resolving as the HD 58X, and that makes the soundstage feel smaller. Then again, the BL-03 has pretty okay soundstage for an IEM. I don't know how the HE400i would compare, as I haven't heard a pair yet.

    • @mikafoxx2717
      @mikafoxx2717 2 роки тому +1

      @@Ricelord4 thanks for the comparison! I know they're no resolution kings, but they're good for keeping in a pocket all the time for good music on the go

    • @Ricelord4
      @Ricelord4 2 роки тому

      @@mikafoxx2717 Anytime! I love these BLON BL-03, as well. I upgraded the cable to a Yinyoo 8 core silver-plated one, and I have a pair of Spinfit CP145 tips on the way (currently using a spare pair of CP360 in the meantime). It pushed the total cost to about $35 USD instead of just $22, but I think it's worth it.
      After looking at Crin's database, I'm thinking my next IEM purchase might either be the Etymotic ER2SE or the Moondrop Aria. They may not be S tier, but I can't quite afford the ones that are yet, and those are good value at just around $100. Maybe Blessing 2 one day lol.

    • @mikafoxx2717
      @mikafoxx2717 2 роки тому

      @@Ricelord4 I wish you luck in your endeavors! I've been looking into an upgrade path for myself and I prefer over ear headphones. (FYI HE-400i's have been called planar HD600's by some, for a reference to what I have right now)
      I've been looking at maybe going electrostatic, it seems to do what I want in a desk-bound headphone. I've been trying to diy one, as well as looking for good local deals.

  • @wizzman121
    @wizzman121 2 роки тому +94

    The Technics AZ60 true wireless ear buds look really interesting. I hope they come back into stock soon and you get a chance to try them out.

    • @barrielui
      @barrielui 2 роки тому +1

      Interestingly, its sister product AZ70 has better drivers but less Bluetooth codec support, which the end sound quality is said to be comparable to AZ60 with a better Bluetooth connection. AZ70 may be a good fit with iPhones and computers.

    • @ipodkill31
      @ipodkill31 2 роки тому +4

      @@barrielui I've owned both the AZ70 and AZ60, the AZ70 sound wise was slightly better overall (maybe around 10-15% better). but the fit on the AZ70 was horrendous. The AZ60 solved the fitment issue. Connection wise, both were flawless on my iPhone XR and PC.

    • @WasuFCA
      @WasuFCA 2 роки тому

      And Davelet Gemini /Noble Fukuz pro

    • @phoenixis2good
      @phoenixis2good 2 роки тому +1

      I've tried both AZ40 and AZ60 today in-store and my immediate impression was that they were quite bassy. They weren't bad though.

    • @wizzman121
      @wizzman121 2 роки тому

      @@phoenixis2good How did they compare to the Sony WF-1000xm4? Also did you get to try them using LDAC?

  • @edwinooi9166
    @edwinooi9166 2 роки тому +58

    Crinacle, what's your view of the attachments that converts 3.5 mm IEM to TWS IEM like the Trn BT20s or its successor?

    • @rowennjohnmartinez5108
      @rowennjohnmartinez5108 2 роки тому +11

      FiiO UTWS3, it's better in terms of everything.

    • @guizarbayardoemmanuelisaia1718
      @guizarbayardoemmanuelisaia1718 2 роки тому +2

      What about the KZ AZ09 Pro?

    • @MetaruEdo
      @MetaruEdo 2 роки тому +8

      @@guizarbayardoemmanuelisaia1718 I have them for the KZ ZSN Pro and playback quality is very good, close to wired I'd say but they have a little of white noise in the background when nothing's playing, also had a little disconnect on one side at times, but not frequent at all and I has happened with other TWS so maybe it's my phone.

    • @guizarbayardoemmanuelisaia1718
      @guizarbayardoemmanuelisaia1718 2 роки тому +3

      @@MetaruEdo Yeah I've seen reviews were they also talk about those disconnection problems, and I'm surprised it is sometimes an issue because it has Bluetooth 5.2. Maybe it really depends on the phone. Thanks btw

    • @certifiedpossum1638
      @certifiedpossum1638 2 роки тому +3

      @@rowennjohnmartinez5108 can confirm. The $70 price definitely makes a difference compared to TRN and KZ stuff.

  • @laseroli857
    @laseroli857 Рік тому +1

    Danke!

  • @Andoroid
    @Andoroid Рік тому +1

    This is the Exact type of review I've wanted

  • @RobertNES816
    @RobertNES816 2 роки тому +21

    Currently have the Buds 2 and Buds Pro and I'm hooked on em. Definitely agree with you on that, they just work and work well. Before I was never a samsung user.

    • @theyojo1656
      @theyojo1656 2 роки тому

      which do you like more?

    • @RobertNES816
      @RobertNES816 2 роки тому

      @@theyojo1656 the Buds pro. The High's are clearer and the low end is more detailed. The ANC and Ambient modes also work better. Call quality is also better.

    • @theyojo1656
      @theyojo1656 2 роки тому

      @@RobertNES816 hows the battery?

    • @RobertNES816
      @RobertNES816 2 роки тому

      @@theyojo1656 the battery lasts all day if I don't use anc. But ambient mode I can use the earbuds all day with it on or off. With anc on I'll get about 5 hours.

  • @joham8179
    @joham8179 2 роки тому +43

    I absolutely love my sennheiser true wireless 2, they sound perfect to me (I even prefer them to my dt 1990 in terms of listening pleasure).

    • @John-shreds
      @John-shreds 2 роки тому +3

      Same. I had the cx line and I thought the sound stage was super large. I ironically thought the mids were better than other wireless earbuds I tried.

  • @arnobdas5726
    @arnobdas5726 2 роки тому +17

    I have been using the original Galaxy buds for almost 3 years and I love them, very balanced sound and it's fun to play with eq and stuffs to push these buds even more.

  • @juansolaresgalan
    @juansolaresgalan 2 роки тому +2

    Your video has been so illustrative and I have learned A LOT from you, especially because you are so straight forwarded to say things. Thanks for that. Big cheers from Guatemala in Central America.

  • @ThatVibrato
    @ThatVibrato 2 місяці тому

    Bought these before encountering crinacle.
    Love these ear buds-- been using it for 3 years and the buds have taken a beating in the gym almost every day. Perfect noise cancellation and great response.

  • @Ariolander
    @Ariolander 2 роки тому +19

    I been rocking TRN BT30 TWS Bluetooth Receiver and have been swapping in my various IEMs with whatever suits my current mood. Sure they are bulky, not very pocketable in their case, but I love using the IEMs I already own wirelessly.

    • @metallicaHTL
      @metallicaHTL 2 роки тому +4

      This is the correct answer to the "best TWS" question

    • @hopbb8842
      @hopbb8842 2 роки тому

      How's the connectivity? I'm using the TRN BT20S and whenever I put my phone in my pocket one side just disconnect, so I've been skeptical. Weirdly enough, the BT20 was solid, aside from non-removable connector

    • @faisalfirdausiinn4708
      @faisalfirdausiinn4708 2 роки тому

      Various IEMs...? u mean TRN BT30 TWS Bluetooth Receiver can be connected to other IEMs brands such QKZ VK4, KZ EDX..?

    • @metallicaHTL
      @metallicaHTL 2 роки тому

      @@faisalfirdausiinn4708 yes. The BT30 has either 2-pin or MMCX connectors (which can be swapped out) so you can use them to make basically any IEM bluetooth

    • @Ariolander
      @Ariolander 2 роки тому

      @@faisalfirdausiinn4708 Yes, the TRN BT30 comes in either 0.78mm, 0.75mm, and MCXX pins and you can buy adapting stems, to make the TRN BT30 even more compatible. For the VK4 & EDX you will want the 0.75mm model.

  • @mardzzor
    @mardzzor Рік тому +5

    If you're looking at buying wireless buds, this video is a must watch. Honest commentary. Good job!

  • @powerhitter033
    @powerhitter033 2 роки тому +30

    I have the Momentum earbuds and I completely agree with your review of them. Crazy how much hype was around them and I was not blown away.

    • @shmevanriceballz2857
      @shmevanriceballz2857 2 роки тому +3

      Noooooooo

    • @KC-lg8qf
      @KC-lg8qf 2 роки тому +7

      try them with different earbuds. once i switched them out to another pair that sealed in my ear better, they sound amazing.

    • @shmevanriceballz2857
      @shmevanriceballz2857 2 роки тому +4

      You don’t know how to use the eq brah. The sennheisers sound great when you get the eq set to your likings. Crisp clear sound and wide soundstage

    • @powerhitter033
      @powerhitter033 2 роки тому +3

      @@shmevanriceballz2857 I know how to use eq and it is only a 3 band, so there isn't much control. They aren't great.

    • @januszkurahenowski2860
      @januszkurahenowski2860 2 роки тому

      May I ask how much did you pay for them? I bought tw2 for around 125$ which is way less than the retail price in my country because they weren't in the box and had no warranty. But since I've paid half of the market price I'm still happy. But maybe in other countries 125$ for them is not that good, Idk

  • @slendydie1267
    @slendydie1267 Рік тому +4

    I bought Galaxy buds 2 pro. I was impressed at the beginning. But now that I have used them more and I have alternated between car audio or phone speaker audio I am much more impressed by those buds. Everything is very clear it doesnt lack in any compartment. Bass isnt super heavy and to me even tho kinda dislikes the high hz range in general, it sounds pleasant here. For the people that wonder. I charge them once a week or so. The case is very satisfying to play with to my ear they are comfortable the the anc works fine. I take the subway daily and cross high traffic streets and the fact that i barely hear any of it means that it, at the very least works. Connectivity is very fast too but I have a samsung so take it with a grain of salt.

    • @mzeewakijiji8133
      @mzeewakijiji8133 Рік тому

      As for the bass if you use bass boost is it still not much?

  • @arumaakadalamudhan.t9900
    @arumaakadalamudhan.t9900 6 місяців тому +1

    I cannot vouch more!
    To simply put, this style is what defines a true UA-cam video. 💯
    No BS, just straight facts with proper language. ❤

    • @arumaakadalamudhan.t9900
      @arumaakadalamudhan.t9900 6 місяців тому

      Reason : this is one of the videos where I think and feel i learnt a lot by listening. period.

  • @antwantf2
    @antwantf2 2 роки тому +42

    I’m surprised the Moondrop Sparks weren’t mentioned as their tuning lines up with the Harman target as good as the AKG N400 except just a little less bass

    • @alancrome3684
      @alancrome3684 2 роки тому +6

      It's because honestly, if you are looking for their sound you wanna go wired, the moondrop sparks have numerous problems and quality issues and ZERO features that make TWS buds worth it(ANC, passthrough, ect.) The moondrops sound awesome to an audiophile, but have nothing that makes TWS buds worth it.. idk there's a reason they aren't mentioned and it's because each TYPE of ear phone has specific use cases, and just audiophile grade sound in an TWS bud is NOT the primary concern of people buying TWS.

    • @alancrome3684
      @alancrome3684 2 роки тому +1

      There are different kinds of best(As dude said in the video lol) the sparks have the best sound, but zero other features.. You have to think I wear my TWS buds(sony wf-1000xm4) out to stores, shopping, skating in the city, etc. I need passthrough to hear things around me, blah blah. I am not critically paying attention to the sound and therefore the higher quality sound isn't worth it because of all the other distractions in my way. If I were at home though, then I could hear detail and pay attention better. So in TWS, why care about how accurate the sound is?

    • @antwantf2
      @antwantf2 2 роки тому +6

      @@alancrome3684 Because the bare minimum a TWS should do is produce a good sound for you to enjoy your music. At the end of the day, features like ANC and passthrough are just frosting on the cake. If a TWS came out and made the best ANC in the world yet had Raycon levels of bad sound quality, who would want to buy that? I don't think anyone wants to buy a TWS that silences the environment to be a void just to hear their music be played through a drainage pipe. Sometimes the passive noise isolation, quick bluetooth connection, and no wires is enough for people to buy a TWS that has good sound quality.

    • @michaelgilbert7841
      @michaelgilbert7841 2 роки тому +2

      @@alancrome3684 did you forget what he said at beginning of video? Sound quality is literally the only thing he's ranking them off of lol.

    • @Masterpeace0_0
      @Masterpeace0_0 2 роки тому +2

      I have one and the sound is amazzzzing, playing dubstep and can hear each instrument very detail, i sold my ibasso it01 later

  • @johnpeterson99
    @johnpeterson99 2 роки тому +6

    Jabra Elite 3 user here. Amazing for 90ish dollars. Really good audio quality and the battery is a champ but the best part is call quality. Some reviewers mention lotta bass but it really doesn't spoil the show and it helps outdoors.

    • @fadnama
      @fadnama 2 роки тому

      The call quality is why I bought them. I needed them for work calls, but the depth of sound while listening to music is a bonus!

    • @darknightmike10yearsago
      @darknightmike10yearsago 2 роки тому +1

      Me too. They sound pretty good. The bass is very deep and extended, and the are relatively balanced, except for a few dips here and there in the treble. The soundstage unfortunately is very narrow though, which is common for earbuds.

  • @HooliganKONVERSE
    @HooliganKONVERSE 2 роки тому +22

    wow the $50 AKG’s just came in today and they actually do sound a lot better than my airpod pros! especially when bringing up the bass a tiny bit in the app’s EQ. only thing is there is bass clipping (even without EQ) i heard there’s bad QC with them so i’ll send them back and get another pair and hopefully then i’ll be good :-)

    • @philipstrotherjr8842
      @philipstrotherjr8842 2 роки тому

      What does bass clipping mean?

    • @HooliganKONVERSE
      @HooliganKONVERSE 2 роки тому +3

      @@philipstrotherjr8842 just like distortion as if it’s over amplified. like a static sound on certain low end frequencies. just certain songs with loud bass basically. no problems on second pair tho!

    • @remix4098
      @remix4098 2 роки тому

      That's amazing if true.

  • @Qwackin604
    @Qwackin604 Рік тому +1

    I have a pair of Momentum True Wireless 3s and I kind of regret buying them, Ive noticed constant signal issues with aptx on, weird loud popping sounds when noise removal is on, I find them uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time and ive had to send my first pair back for refusing to charge 2 months after I got them. I paid almost $300 for them (Canadian, on sale) and I still frequently go back and use my Lypertek Tevis that I bought in 2020 that are now held together by glue after wearing them for 24 hours a day for a year. The fact that I can use either Tevi in either ear is a huge bonus for me as well and I cant do that with the Sennheisers

  • @ml03054
    @ml03054 2 місяці тому

    As a first time viewer of your video, really appreciate the humble humor in the intro 😂

  • @mallardwill
    @mallardwill 2 роки тому +9

    I know EQ doesnt play into ur reviews but the momentum 2's with that new audio codec thing plus a little reduction in the bass makes them sound genuinely great. I have the xm3s and the momentum 2 with EQ basically replaces them in every way except in noise cancelling quality

    • @komi1834
      @komi1834 2 роки тому +4

      N400 also rly shine with EQ, so they are best without EQ and best with EQ aswell, only problem is lack of modern codecs like aptx, ldac or lc3 so they are good for music only on iphones, that said, for $48 you should probably just buy them and a used iphone se(old one), it's still cheaper than competition, only lypertek and moondrop sparks but those don't have anc

    • @januszkurahenowski2860
      @januszkurahenowski2860 2 роки тому

      I don't know why but the new codec is not there for me in the app even though I have the newest version of the app and bud firmware. I've heard that it makes a difference but for some reason it's not in my settings

    • @goemboeck
      @goemboeck 2 роки тому +4

      I say it's plain silly to review TW with out-of-othe-box presets.
      "I bought shoes but they keep falling off, they're not good"
      "dude you need to tie the shoelaces"
      "I wear them as they came out of the box"

  • @NightmareFactory830
    @NightmareFactory830 2 роки тому +7

    I really wish the sennheisers sounded better, they're by far the best looking earbuds on the market. When I tried them for the first time at an airport, I was wearing my business suit. And when I looked in the mirror it just went together so WELL. Like it's down right sexy
    Then it started playing music and I got really sad

    • @januszkurahenowski2860
      @januszkurahenowski2860 2 роки тому

      Yeah, they're really comfortable and look great. I often dress pretty officially and these buds don't look ridiculous with a suit or a coat which is a plus.

    • @shmevanriceballz2857
      @shmevanriceballz2857 2 роки тому +1

      Dude you clearly didn’t use the EQ. USE THE DAMN EQ YOU FOOLS. Seriously the TW2 are the highest rated by youtubers because THEY USE THE EQ. The stock sound of the TW2 sucks as you said but you didn’t use the eq to improve the sound to your liking. That’s why the TW2 are one of the best tw earbuds

    • @NightmareFactory830
      @NightmareFactory830 2 роки тому

      @@shmevanriceballz2857 we talking stock tuning, I wasn't allowed to eq them in the demo so I can only speak from that point of view. But I did hear from dms that after eq that they can sounds really good. But personally I'm sticking to the xm4s until the momentum 3s

    • @shmevanriceballz2857
      @shmevanriceballz2857 2 роки тому

      @@NightmareFactory830 you guys should really specify 🙄 It spreads false information about the overall quality of a product when you just review the stock sound signature

    • @NightmareFactory830
      @NightmareFactory830 2 роки тому +1

      @@shmevanriceballz2857 bro it ain't that serious

  • @mimcmo
    @mimcmo Рік тому +3

    00:05 - The moment I subscribed. As a first time viewer.

  • @ZedBC
    @ZedBC 2 роки тому +1

    I've been using the galaxy buds for 3 years now and they are still amazing... I love em

  • @wildeyestudios5
    @wildeyestudios5 Рік тому +3

    you're exactly what I was looking for, I used the right keywords "best sound quality earbuds 2022", you came in the first 5 results or so. Thing is, you're absolutely right, they spend so much time talking about the noise cancellation, mostly active, a feature I never felt I needed, if the passive noise cancellation is not enough, then maybe i'm in a place that's too noisy, go somewhere quieter to listen to music or have phone calls. All I care is sound quality and that they stay in my ears just doing regular daily life, not gonna run a marathon on them, so your video at least covers sound quality, I'll figure out the ergonomics somewhere else, and battery they all try their best with battery life, so nothing to worry about either

  • @nuuwnhuus
    @nuuwnhuus 2 роки тому +18

    Would be nice to also get something like this on wireless headphones.

  • @Lions7.62mm
    @Lions7.62mm 2 роки тому +41

    I've only watched three minutes of this video & I've already hit the subscribe button‼️ The fact of the matter is how real and brutally honest you seem. The cherry on top? Your audio sounds GREAT so far‼️

  • @TheBestWanted112
    @TheBestWanted112 2 роки тому +9

    I have momentum’s 1 and i was testing it against my brothers airpods pros. The airpods surprised me, i had low expectations. The ANC is increadible. But compared to my Momentum’s, they sounded like a smaller headphone. As if the airpods were a tin can and the momentums were a speaker. The clarity and detail was all there. But my were kinda richer. Is that the soundstage that everyone is talking about?

  • @nothingmuch6666
    @nothingmuch6666 2 роки тому

    For anyone watching outside the US, AKG don't seem to offer shipping to any country other than the US, so you won't be getting them at $50 unless they're priced the same at other retailers.

  • @doubleh2002
    @doubleh2002 Рік тому

    I can vouch for the build quality for the buds pro. It can survive multiple 10-15 feet falls, getting sat on for hours and even drowning in water and toilets (don’t ask me how I know all this). It still works perfectly fine. I honestly don’t fkn know how it still works. The case tho, so be careful. It did fall multiple times for like 4-5 feet but I never got wet. I’d be careful with the case.

  • @krellman7
    @krellman7 2 роки тому +8

    I have to admit, I almost clicked off of your video at their very beginning. Then I thought, okay let’s give this guy a chance. You won me over. I am a long time audiophile owning all kinds of home audio gear over the years including things like Krell, Mark Levinson, Eggleston, Martin Logan, Dynaudio, Artemis, Meridian, Simaudio, Naim, and the list goes on. It is really great to see a video that talks about the most important aspect of listening…”sound quality”. I just wanted to say thank you for a great video. I enjoyed watching it and look forward to more! Have a great day!

    • @312bigbeanburrito
      @312bigbeanburrito 2 роки тому

      crinacle is a class act, isn't he

    • @krellman7
      @krellman7 2 роки тому

      @@312bigbeanburrito Yes, I agree!

    • @goemboeck
      @goemboeck 2 роки тому

      As someone else mentioned, he doesn't touch the EQ while reviewing, so the "sound quality" is highly debatable.
      "I bought shoes but they keep falling off, they're not good"
      "dude you need to tie the shoelaces"
      "I wear them as they came out of the box"

    • @al201103
      @al201103 2 роки тому

      @@goemboeck Respectfully, I disagree that one should be dubious of someone who doesn't EQ
      You'll find an awful lot of audiophiles don't want to use EQ since it so often involves compromise. In general, they want gear which does not need fixing with EQ.
      While I am happy to accept that some less than excellent headphones/IEMs can be improved significantly with EQ, that shouldn't be NECESSARY. There is too much gear out there at all budgets which sounds fantastic as is.

  • @samwads.
    @samwads. 2 роки тому +12

    What about Anker? I vastly prefer Anker sound over Samsung. It's so clear and tight, although still has that V but 🤷🏼‍♂️

    • @sudnai4169
      @sudnai4169 4 місяці тому +1

      I didnt like Ankers sound signature

  • @matsigh
    @matsigh 2 роки тому +4

    I love my AKG N400, I got them on the $48 sale back in December

  • @BJM3497
    @BJM3497 2 роки тому +2

    The EXACT channel I was looking for. Sound is the main feature I care about!! Thank you!!!

  • @theearthisbread
    @theearthisbread 2 роки тому +1

    Aww… The Jabra Elite 7 Pro’s graph seems an improvement over the 65t’s. Also to anyone thinking the Sony Xm3’s sound better. Here’s an eq in the sony app that makes the xm4’s better than the xm3’s: 400hz: -2, 1khz: 0, 2.5khz: +3, 6.3khz: 0, 16khz 0. If you want the peak, 6.3khz +5. The Xm4’s sound smoother and have no peak unlike the xm3’s.

  • @zeissiez
    @zeissiez 2 роки тому +6

    Heard most of the TWS mentioned here, I agree with Crin’s take of all those that I have heard.

    • @komi1834
      @komi1834 2 роки тому +1

      yeah me too, but I also like the Momentums, tuning is not great but if they take EQ nicely it's not big deal for me, that said N400 are even more ahead of competition once you are using EQ

  • @J.Beetle
    @J.Beetle 2 роки тому +5

    I suggested Lypertek Tevi to my girlfriend a year ago since she was looking for a cheap but decent TWB. Excellent purchase indeed. We're not even close to knowledgeable when it comes to these things and I'm glad it got in the list.
    I would like to know though, what you think about the Lypertek Pureplay Z7. Tried looking for it in your website but it isn't there yet.

  • @kylozen3938
    @kylozen3938 2 роки тому +5

    I daily drive my Xm3s purely because of the noise cancelling when I'm out and about, when I first heard them raw it was fun for a bit but now I have them constantly eqed because I learned that I actually hate having way to much bass (keep in mind I'm still new to audio) and I like the mids to be a tiny bit brighter than neutral.
    Hopefully when I'm not broke I can get some better IEMs and headphones.

  • @eyewitness4560
    @eyewitness4560 Рік тому

    After 2 days of searching for my next pair I was pretty saturated with the youtubes of true wireless earbuds, yet 3 minutes into your video I felt compelled to like and subscribe, no matter what happens after.

  • @Wolfman038
    @Wolfman038 2 роки тому

    I’ve had Buds+ for about 2 years now on Dynamic Preset and ive never been more pleased with an earbud

  • @Ametisti
    @Ametisti 2 роки тому +5

    This has been useful, as I had briefly looked at the Buds2 because... they come in purple. I like purple.

    • @SMEARGLEX75
      @SMEARGLEX75 2 роки тому +1

      I own the Buds 2 (White to match my Phone) and I can confirm, Buds 2 is a really good TWS. I think you love them.

  • @revtmyers1
    @revtmyers1 2 роки тому +4

    I'm glad the Galaxy Buds pro made it. I love mine and have tried many others, wondering if it was just me who liked them or if my hearing was messed up.

  • @AscendedLife1
    @AscendedLife1 2 роки тому +10

    Just like you said, I was researching wireless buds and stumbled on your channel. You do a great job and I was entertained even if I wasnt interested in the buds you were talking about.

  • @tim551920
    @tim551920 2 роки тому

    Got the AKG N400 based on this review. Volume was so soft despite being max on phone, stupidly figured out buds's volume via gestures is set to minimum out of box. Fixed. Thereafter Sound quality is incredible. Tq Crin u the man.

  • @SturFishProduction
    @SturFishProduction 2 роки тому +1

    As someone who owns the sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, I've just purchased the Samsung galaxy buds 2 as they were on sale and I needed something pocketable. I can say I'm extremely impressed with the Bud's. I have a Samsung phone so connecting is instant. Sound quality is great with punchy bass. Highly recommend them

  • @timothylee4365
    @timothylee4365 2 роки тому +6

    Was about to go to sleep but I guess I have different plans now

  • @N13J
    @N13J 2 роки тому +8

    I used Jabra 65t for a long time till its battery health gone to hell (I used it for running during the day and wear it to sleep till the battery ran out on it own every night). I can assure you that it’s a solid bud. Great sound and comfortable fit. The current market price is amazing as well.

  • @rfatih95
    @rfatih95 2 роки тому +5

    Not gonna lie you had me for a moment when you said “this video is sponsored by raycon”

  • @mosmicke
    @mosmicke 2 роки тому

    Subscribed due to a perfectly tuned flat humor curve. No exaggerated V-pattern on my lips, but just a slight smirk with a squiggle at one end.

  • @liamporter1137
    @liamporter1137 Рік тому

    Awesome review. Great that you're focusing on audio quality.

  • @jeddpires
    @jeddpires 2 роки тому +48

    Apart from introducing yourself, you might also have to explain to the newbies why you have a silver play button, even if you "only have 26.6k subscribers"

    • @crin
      @crin  2 роки тому +102

      no

    • @littycarboi3048
      @littycarboi3048 2 роки тому +21

      @@crin chad

    • @fenixprolive
      @fenixprolive 2 роки тому +23

      @@crin create confusion. Refuse to elaborate. Legend

    • @skurd721
      @skurd721 2 роки тому +1

      who cares honestly

    • @gizmotis
      @gizmotis 2 роки тому +1

      @@skurd721 will many even notice?

  • @gutchynsky
    @gutchynsky 2 роки тому +4

    Please take a look at Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's, i wonder how they stack up against the "Top of the Mainstream" lineup.

    • @skurd721
      @skurd721 2 роки тому +7

      Soundcores sound like shit out of the box. Their app though... it changes the game. It would be cool if some nerd made a video showing their EQ for most Soundcore earbuds, that would be awesome (nudge nudge).

  • @lunoirxx
    @lunoirxx 2 роки тому +6

    I'm a big fan of the Status Audio Between Pros. Their marketing is kinda trash but the buds' sound itself is great. They're my go to audio equipment for chilling to music while I'm away from home. I wonder how they look on a frequency response chart.

    • @kahlsteele5325
      @kahlsteele5325 2 роки тому +2

      I've found the Cambridge Audio Melomanias to be literally exactly the same sound quality as the Status Audios. Right now the CA's are 60 bucks, the case is much better, the battery life is much better and they are much more comfortable. Definitely recommend some Comply memory foam tips for them as well.

  • @Cehtiesmeray
    @Cehtiesmeray 2 роки тому +2

    After watching this video and the price point I got myself a set of the AKG tws. I had zero issue pairing them. The app has worked flawlessly for my iPhone. The product is extremely well made. And yes he is 100% correct they do sound Fantastic. Also have to agree with him they are a little too bright or sharp on the high end. Some songs I’ve noticed on testing the IEMs can play unpleasant sharp tones for vocals and pick up poor recording noise. Now this is only while testing older recording or remastered recordings of the various Metal Genres I typically listen to. The soundstage is fairly wide and every instrument can be clearly heard with strong vocals. The low end is clean and the full eq graph in app allows for customizing eq profiles. These are the best sounding IEMs I own for sure. The touch controls for me have not been the most accurate. Taking several tries to get from ANC to ambient/ talk through. The pause play skip and assistant has worked really well though.

    • @GabrielIgnacio
      @GabrielIgnacio 2 роки тому +1

      From what I understand, switching from ambient mode to anc isn’t a tap on the left side but a forward swipe.
      But yeah, my N400s are probably my best sounding pair of TWS that I own. Only reason why I don’t use em more is my AirPods Pro are a helluva lot more convenient

  • @shariarrahman7562
    @shariarrahman7562 Рік тому

    Rarely have I been so hooked by a video so early. You're so awesome dude

  • @T33K3SS3LCH3N
    @T33K3SS3LCH3N 2 роки тому +3

    I got myself some XM3 when they were lowered from 250 to 100€ over here.
    They are definitely big, both on the ears and the case, but at that price point the quality seems really awesome.
    My biggest problem with them is an occasionally unreliable connection though.

    • @pardeepsinghbajwa5097
      @pardeepsinghbajwa5097 2 роки тому +1

      I also bought it recently at 88 dollars, They sometimes got connectivity issue, sound get distorted sometime.
      Otherwise they sound gg

  • @bombthefueher
    @bombthefueher 2 роки тому +5

    What are your thoughts on the UTS3/UTWS5? I rather turn my favorite IEMs into wireless than get some random TWS set.

  • @selinamularz9194
    @selinamularz9194 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for this video. I was getting frustrated looking through review sites and UA-cam videos for new wireless earbuds. Everyone had a different list, and i didn't trust any of them lol. All I want is good sound and okay battery life under $100. The AKGs are still $47.99 with free shipping as of 4/21/22, I'm really excited for them to get here :)

    • @ZinthYneX
      @ZinthYneX 2 роки тому

      Have you received them yet? If so, how are they? I'm considering them myself and I'd love to hear others' opinions on them.

    • @selinamularz9194
      @selinamularz9194 2 роки тому

      @@ZinthYneX I did, and they do sound really good. I actually prefer the galaxy buds 2 just a smidgen more, but it's really close, and may have to do with fit more than sound. I also really like that the app for these has an equalizer.

    • @ZinthYneX
      @ZinthYneX 2 роки тому

      @@selinamularz9194 Would you say the fit on the AKG's is still good if just a tad worse than the Buds 2?

    • @selinamularz9194
      @selinamularz9194 2 роки тому

      @@ZinthYneX yes, and to be honest they probably fit most people just fine. I just have really small ear holes lol. They came with extra ear thingys but i haven't messed with them much yet, so maybe they're great and i just haven't chosen the right cover.

  • @ijuvatar
    @ijuvatar 2 роки тому +1

    you should also take a look at sennheiser cx wireless (first iteration), they are currently being sold off at huge discounts and sound REALLY good

  • @rjmari
    @rjmari 11 місяців тому

    10:51 - This is how I look at TWS. Basically they have to meet a minimum level of decent fit and comfort before even considering any other factors. Otherwise they're essentially useless. The whole point of TWS is that they're portable and convenient. Otherwise just get wired IEMs.

  • @auroricaura
    @auroricaura 2 роки тому +14

    Ah yes, the akg n400. I've always had my eye on them but alas, I've never managed to find them for cheap enough in Australia. Would they be worth the price? Yeah, probably. But I could also just get a blessing2 if I really needed the sound quality.

  • @alalal6665
    @alalal6665 2 роки тому +4

    Crin should make more TWS reviews. I wonder how he would think about the B&W Pi7, Devialet Gemini, Klipsch earbuds, or the B&O EQ. Btw, has anyone tried the Master & Dynamic MW08? Does it sound muffled like the Sennheiser Momentum TW 2?

    • @GawdVitesse
      @GawdVitesse 2 роки тому

      I have the mw08 sport and love them great fit in the ear

    • @shmevanriceballz2857
      @shmevanriceballz2857 2 роки тому +1

      The MW08 is way worse than anything on the list. Btw the Sennheisers are TOP TIER. USE THE EQ!!! MW08 would be better if the app came with an EQ

    • @goemboeck
      @goemboeck 2 роки тому +1

      "muffled like the Sennheiser Momentum TW 2"
      You know there's an app with equalizer, right?

  • @GrassHopper_Mouse
    @GrassHopper_Mouse 2 роки тому +5

    I'd quite love to see a video about which IEMs beat the good TWSs, Specifically I'd quite like to know the answer to "how much money can you save by going for IEMs over TWSs?", from a purely sound quality point of view.
    I have the XM3's which I loved until the ANC decided to act up and now I have to turn it off in the app every time I take them out of their case, which makes them so much less convenient that I'm considering going back to the wires I was so eager to ditch.

    • @al201103
      @al201103 2 роки тому

      For what it's worth - my rec for a dongle DAC would be the ovidius B1 and if you want bang for the buck performance in IEMs it would be the Tanchjim Oxygen. Technically, that's not a cheap pair of purchases, but you'll love the sound!

    • @DeletedContent
      @DeletedContent 2 роки тому

      Get KZs they are cheap and they are wired or wireless for $60 brand new

  • @StrikeDemonX
    @StrikeDemonX 2 роки тому

    It's fantastic to see a Singaporean audiophile. Like your short and neat explanation.

  • @compaqdeskpro5770
    @compaqdeskpro5770 9 місяців тому

    I bought these headphones on Crin's recommendation. Sometimes only one will connect (requiring them to be put back in the case), unclear status LED's. they are less comfortable, bad battery life, broken gesture controls, sweat triggers the voice command dialogue pausing the music, pretty inferior to Jabra or Airpods, but he is right, they sound incredible. I can have bass and sound stage when I'm running with no cord dangling. I really recommend replacing the stock silicon tips with Comply memory foam cushions. It hugely improves the fit and the noise canceling.