Finally Switching to Gaming IEMS - I FOUND THE SWEET SPOT!
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- Опубліковано 24 сер 2024
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It's so odd how we're all just moving onto IEMs at the same time
For others looking to switch to IEM's, don't underestimate the value of custom ear tips. From my experience this can drastically change the overall sound as well as comfort. The only downside to this is there are so many options out there it can be a challenge to find out what truly pairs well with your set of IEM's. Outside of this, a custom EQ can help tremendously but it can take a long time to get them to exactly where you want.
You have anything to recommend? I love the KBear KB07 tips.
@@sisar7 I think it really depends on the nature of the IEM and what you're aiming to achieve. For example on the budget friendly 7Hz Salnotes Zero I found them lacking a bit in bass and a bit harsh in the upper treble range. I put on a set of FAudio “Instrument +” Premium Silicone Earphone Tips and it both boosted the bass without bloating it and reduced the treble without compromising detail :)
This. While mileage may vary I find that EQing is a challenge to make improvements for IEMs/headphones to still sound natural even as you enhance an aspect of its tuning, and for IEMs I gravitated towards seeking eartips.
While the general rule of thumb is narrow bore eartips (like Final Audio Type E, TRN, Tanchjim T300B, etc.) will enhance bass presence more, while widebore eartips (like Azla SednaEarfit, Tanchjim T300T, Moondrop's Spring, Acoustune/KBEar/BGVP 07 etc.) will enhance treble more, in practice this still can vary depending on the IEM, the level of insertion and your ear canal. Expect varying performance between eartips, the above ones that I mentioned are what I find to be the most useful personally.
@@anthonyharding4380 Hello friend, I own a 7hz zero too, If I may ask, what is your eq settings ?
Been using Katos for about a year now, definitely right in the sweet spot imo and even playing stuff like Apex is no problem. Nice to see them getting some well deserved attention.
Your review helped me decide to get the moondrop katos! Switching from the aria snow to the katos, they have the sound I really like but the imaging is so much better! Thanks for the rec! Definitely gonna be my main
Why
I have the lites, not as much of a fan but I think the kiwi ears quartets are going to be really great. $110 instead of $250 and with tuneable switches. I have tried many iems across the price spectrum and I’m excited for these. Also with harsh highs try some foam tips since they’ll smooth them out even more. Great video BT!
You end up going with Quartets? They are top of my list and I think the Kato's in today's market have been beaten.
If youre on a budget, thruthear hexa is pretty solid.
It's nice to see more coverage on IEMs for gaming. Note - you keep mistakenly referring to them as earbuds, when they're IEMs. Earbuds are different, a la old fashioned earphones that don't go inside the ear canal.
old fashioned 💀 my guy, they're still current as hell
but its not like iems are new either, they've been around professionally for several decades
I own all the iems on your list. Personally i think you can get better gaming performance from the Truthear Zero at a fraction of the price of the others. All your picks were decent though.
I have the truthear zero but thinking about a switch to the final audio vr3000. Any experience with these for gaming?
@@Kay-bm3xs i have not tried them myself but know others that have and the consensus is that they are not good. For similar money you could try Dunu Kima but id stick with Zeros still and save towards the orchestra light by kiwiears.
I’m looking at these for games likes val and apex. I’ve watched hella videos and I just can’t pull the trigger yet. I saw fresh reviews videos about them and he said that they’re great for gaming but people in the comments and Amazon say otherwise. I use Astro’s currently and when I Eq’d them as close as I could get to the haram curve the sounded soulless and I reverted them. I’m worried that the Eq on the zeros would sound the same. I know that I should say fuck it, buy them and try them out but I just want to buy something and stick with it. Any input?
@@anon-bu8gr Whaddya think would be best IEMs under 500? But tbh I'm considering just going for a top tier set of cans in the near future such as the Audeze LCD-X's.
@@Shyvorix At 500 price id probably go for something like xenns top iem because it sounds brilliant for a lot of music genres as well as great for fps competetive gaming. Just be aware that once you start spending over 300 you start to get diminishing returns on your investment.
MANS FALLING INTO THE IEM WORMHOLE....EASIEST $40 K I'VE SPENT. WAY WORSE HOBBY THAN KEYBOARDS
Plus you also get wayyyyy better value with IEMs than headphones. IEMs market is that competitive
mom wake up, BT dropped an IEM video.
POG
I would like to suggests you the Moondrop Variations it a pricier IEM at 520 but im sure if you liked the Katos you will love these even more
I have IEMs ranging from 20 dollar pairs, to 800 dollars. For gaming and daily use, the Raptgo Hook HBB is my go-to for long gaming sessions. They sit comfortably all day. Imaging and soundstage is surreal on these for gaming. Can't count how many times I've thought sounds in game have been something falling over in another room or further away. One note though, planar drivers won't have the same physicality to them as heavier hitting dynamic drivers. But the Raptgo comes close.
I have a 40$ budget which iems should i buy for gaming??
@@SRJEE2K25 If you can't go up to 50$ and get Truthear Zero (blue), I would get Simgot EW200. Also QKZ x HBB is also extremely good if you want to spend 20 $ and like bass
@@SRJEE2K25 Probably Crinnacle Zero or Salnotes Zero. Do not buy either if you have tiny ear holes.
are fiiO fd5's any good? esp for gaming i was curious if u get 3d audio idk im very new to earbuds
i switch between headphones for casual games and IEM's when my ears arent irritated for FPS games relyng on sound. The TruthEar Crinacle X Zero with a DAC amp hit so hard. Really good bass, crisp highs and imaging is real good. Can recommend, specially since they come under $100 even in AUS
Wich Dac ?
hell yeah love hte respect for the katos! also if you ever get the chance you should try the kiwi ears orchestra lite! i'd be interested to hear your opinion on them considering your tastes align with mine on the katos being beasts for gaming
Alright I’m going to have to see what the hype is about with the orchestra lites. Thanks for the rec
@@BTaesthetics Will you be reviewing these? I'm looking at getting some for myself and would love to hear your thoughts
would check out the hexas and the upcoming kiwi ears quartets soon. The 200$ dollar iem range doesn't have much value imo. The 100$ is basically the same in sound as the 200$ bracket. Only noticeable difference across the board is maybe aesthetics and build. Only exception is maybe the Timeless and Heyday
I agree but then you can still get letshuoer s12 cheaper for similar planar performance.
Dusk?
headphone earcups pick up skin oil over time and I wear glasses. I've been using the apple earbuds that came with my old phone and I love the convenience of cleaning them.
Nice man! I made the switch a few years ago but IEMs are one hell of a rabbit hole.
That might be an understatement, lol. I started with the Blon BL03, then got the Moondrop Aria, then the Kato, and I'm going to endgame with the Thieaudio Monarch MK2 R.I.P wallet 😅.
You’re the first I’ve seen to wear the wires on the front. Most Iem users route cables thru the back.
The Raptgo Hook X has the best sound I have heard out of everything I have by far. Headphones or iems.
I am sooo glad i found your video. I had a pair of Nova IEMs and they were uncomfortable. I just got my KATOs this morning.. OMG.. Night/Day difference. Soo comfy!! TY TY TY
Anyone who has them do the kato’s benefit by any significant amount with a amp/dac
Fully switched over to my IEM’s, have the Truthear Crinnacle Zero’s and they are great
I didn’t like them at first but they broke in and are perfect for gaming and music
wait for project red launch
@@g1zmo85 red or blue?
@@Ardi-sq1qo mine are blue
just got the moondrop variations wait until you hear those lol
Kiwi ears orchestra lites 💯
👀 will look into those
They’re so good for gaming!
@@BTaesthetics they are up there with the no 1 for yo boi Fresh Reviews
Yea every pro or Facebook gamer I see are switching to these kiwi orchestra lites. Art is war has shown how good they are and with his PC settings there supposedly theee best for figuring out exactly where a person is
@@BTaesthetics but BT prefers a blend of games and music. Kato is better. Kiwi is great for gaming. But no bass
i had simgot em6l but for me is not confortable. can you recomend to me a iems cheaper good for gaming and confortable?
hey bro do you use your iem into your pc or do you use a dac or amplifier or do you just plug them right into your pc does it damage your iem i am getting the XENNS Mangird Top
Wish you could tell us how this compares to the kiwi ears quartet and orchestra lite.
6:00 is cold 🥶
How would compare the Moondrop Kato to the Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lites in terms of gaming specifically with Escape from tarkov?
Timestamps:
Intro: 0:00
Aful Performer 5: 0:24
Linsoul Raptgo: 2:12
Moondrop KATO: 4:35
Ranking: 7:28
Outro: 8:16
I was eyeing the Katos but ended up going with the s12 Pro. So far so good.
I have both and they are among my favorites, even beating pricier options such as the Blessing 2 Dusk.
@@JunJunMusume I came from Moondrop Variations and am surprised that I like the S12 pros so much. I don’t miss my Variations at all.
just got some crinacle zeros after doing a buncha research on fresh reviews channel and my god, it didn’t even take me a day to 180 on someone and put him on a shirt with the crazy wallhack audio
Thanks man, going to be copping some Moondrops because of you
So how are they? :D
Might have to cop the katos!
They are so good!
Do you just plug iems into your computer jacks or do you need to get a dac?
What is ur best IEM for gaming especially Valorant and watching movies max price 400 is euro's but if you say like there are better ones for less lemme know????
So when is someone going to say you need a MIXamp for your IEMs?
not sure why but this video's audio quality is off, it feels very sharp in the ear even when turned down. not sure if its the mic or not but the audio doesnt sound smooth like most of your videos
thanks for letting me know!
Kan a single dynamic driver have good imaging, just like say the Kiwi orchestra lite? does one need multiple drivers or is that not the case? i need a fortnite iem and know when people are above or below me. thinkin about this vs the Kiwi eara orchestra.
Try to choose between truthear novas or ar5000
using Dunu Kima and buzzed me 2 times....now I am having traumas of getting buzz whenever I think to use IEM again with my pc/laptop......
Would love to get your thoughts on the Kiwi Ears Orchestra's Lite! They are coming up
Would you do a video on how you EQ theses?
What's better in sound stage? HBB or Kato?
What's better for comfort? HBB or Kato?
You’re fave headphones (not headset ) for gaming currently ?
for those who no budget may consider:
1) 64audio U12T
2) 64audio U6T
3) 64audio U4s
4) 64audio Tia Trio
5) Symphonium Meteor
If you have a budget, I would recommend wait for Project Red.
ive got the u6t its great
Jeez. Are these even worth versus an extremely good pair of cans like what Audeze offers?
@@Shyvorix Which model of Audeze are you referring to?
Besides the U12T and tia Trio, the rest is cheaper and better tonality than Audeze.
@@ganshengkai7060 LCD-X's honestly.
NGL… Katos aren’t that bad on weight. My cable lays on my desk so never really mind. Ety Evos with the hair thin cable is waaay more annoying.
Could you do some more iems? like the Hexa and crinacle zero?
hey brother, love the vid and its got me really curious. is the shell for the Katos smaller than the Hooks? i own the hook x hbbs and i adore them, but the my right ears a bit too small. so im reallllly eyeballin the katos lol.
Bro, Ikko Oh10 are amazing try them out.
No way the crinacle zeros arent here, youre missing out
Simgot EA500 at $70 will blow all those out of the water and put you in musical nirvana. Let’s not forget about the other market disrupter, KZxHBB PR2
I’m very new to the iem headphones and I started out with the KZ ZS10 Pros and love them! But want to get some form of audio box for a mic! Any suggestions?
BT can you do a budget earphone and earbud for gaming thank you
gaming iems or just iems that happen to have good tuning for gaming?
I've yet to find an iem to replace my dt 900 or 1990, the raptgo hook x come close.
Which is the best iem under 1500rs from your recommendation?
been using the bose qc20 for years. can’t complain honestly and they are cheaper now a days
Heyo, I followed your ways and bought the Moondrop Kato. I like them but I’m wondering if I should buy a portable dac, like the FiiO KA1, if I use on pc and iphone. Pls help me
Not an IEM but have you tried the Audeze Maxwell?
idk if its my copy but overtime my the right earbud (mondrop kato) just got quiter for no reason
Whats the bass like with these ? Can you eq them to have more punch
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Thanks bro! Really appreciate the comment! Made my day
this video was useful. thank you. ill be purchasing the KATOs when I have some moola.
what are the best option for valorant under the $200 price range
What would great for fps cod pub fortnite war zone pubg gaming
Ummm, the song for this video? Where can I find it?
any code to put in when I purchase for your channel?
is there any recommendations that are under 100?
YanYin canon 2’s for gaming and music
kiwi Orchestra lite's beat all above in the list btw and (uk) £9 more than the raptgo...
Do any of these have a mic? I need these for both gaming and for conference calls
So… do you need an amp or can you just plug into your computer? Does it make enough of a diff to be worth?
Generally only planars scale well with more power which makes their soundstage larger. For everything else it doesn't make a big difference.
How do you use these with a ps5?
Has anyone used Mackie's?
i just use tin t3 plus and dont have anything to complain about. Its cheap and reliable
wireless is too convenient for me
What about FiiO FH3 😇 ?
Highly recommend the Moondrop S8. I've tried more expensive and newer IEMs but these are by far my fav for Valorant.
nah i prefer my Vision Ears Erlkonig or Subtonic STORM or Oriolus Trailli for playing vampire survivor.
@@olinafan4459 literally nothing to do with the comment, good one mate.
@@Trointliterally everything, blockhead, he's making fun of the guy for suggesting 700$ IEMs.
how's the mic quality on the Kato's? I'm tired of these headsets making my ass bald
Sorry bro that's called genetics.
is Jasmine Mathews from (man from toronto) your sibling?
Every Time using EarBuds in gaming I feel like it will damage my hearing. With headphones I never have that impression.
Just lower the volume
@@Thorfinn-zx9jf Yea like.....bruh....keep your volume low. It's legitimately unhealthy to be listening past the 80db range. Apparently my sweet spot is in the 55 to 60db range with most stuff, 65 to 70 when gaming for important shit.
Do you use a amp/Dac with the Katos?
yes but just for convenience its not necessary
just picked up the Kiwi Quartets, so many good options out there. They're gonna be my first IEMs, super excited
Howd you like them? I think these are the ones to have at $110 or under.
Bro make a vid for us frugal folks LOL
An amazon reviewer says the KATO isn't sibilant or harsh but neutral, so who's telling the truth?
Me bro me.. LOL
Do you need amp for the Katos?
You don't but amps will make music songs even better
the s12s have better value than the katos
How do you use them on a pc tho?
just plug them into the 3.5 audio port
Way below the budget here, but the Moondrop Chu is so good!
I've tried Arias, I didn't like them as much. Recently I got the S12 pro and I've been liking them more than my headphones for games.
What eartips did u use on s12 pro dude?
on another note, 6:01
im gonna throw up. i know it was just a deathmatch but that sh*t was gross.
Stopped the video when he said earbuds for the 3rd time.
I am broke
u do not need amps for iems bro
Incorrect
@@LateBandwagon no u seriously do NOT need amps for iems bro
@@steben7164 if they are planar iems the sound stage is significantly changed by driving them with amp power even when you have enough volume
@@steben7164 you dont need socks when wearing shoes, but if you want the full experience you get an amp to bring out the most out of your iems
@@LateBandwagon thats why i said u do not NEED them
These peripheral videos are how to’s on burning money…like oh yes I have a perfect headset, but I want to trick myself into thinking I’ll play better with some warm IEMs that fucking destroy your ear canals. Stuff is getting cringe
raptgo hook x FTW
try the AntLion Audio Kimura Duo dudes
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