Yeah you don’t need a lot. Buy few and never come back. They constantly release new stuff that is “the best sounding”…. Just buy one you love and don’t follow the cult
Buying the one good iem sounds like a good idea until you start thinking ‘I shouldn’t be using my expensive iems outside all the time’ and then all of a sudden you’re 20 iems in and you have a watch case for all your iems
happened to me with the Kinda Lavas, they are too expensive (for me at least) I dont wanna take them out, so started using 20-100 Iems most of the time
My one and done iem used to be the Moondrop Variations. It's at the sweet spot where upgrading to anything better would only increase like 10% or less in quality and cost thousands but at the same time almost anything below or equivalent in price is the same quality or worse. It was my end game... until i heard the Elysian Pilgrim. omG i can't believe the price. It's a Variations killer to me despite not being the exact same tuning. I'm so tempted to pull the trigger right now on it but imma cope with a Variations to Pilgrim EQ. For context, I've heard Elysian Diva 2023 and Annihilator 2023 but not the Gaea. While the more expensive Elysians I've heard are impressive, I've only felt the strong urge to impulse buy when I heard the Diva and Pilgrim. This hobby is so dangerous man
I bought the Studio 4 because you sugensted it. I could not wrap my head arround how good this 4BA sounds. This IEM is a perfect example what serious tunning can do, pefect Bass, Incredible vocals and not fatiguing highs, simply beautiful. I am done with IEM's for a while i guess.. so.. + 1 Softears fan.. Thank you Timmy 👍👍👍
phonix multiverse? tbh cheaper options are better buys, but they do sound better, than their cheaper i did have quite long listen w phonix, its a great iem
Current lineup: Aful 5, Meze Advar and Letshuoer Z12 Gold edition. Love the Aful 5 because of the versatility. Meze gives that luxury feel and they are a single DD so they are really small and discreet. Really enjoy the deep sub bass of the Z12s. There are so many iems out there it is tough to stick to just 1 IMO
@@aaronsmith1280 obvious conflict of interest as he was involved in its creation. Same reason the DaVinci is nowhere to be found in this list that being said, the more I think about it, I would still lean towards the P5 for versatility over the Chopin by a very narrow margin. Both sound more similar than different but Chopin is leaner due to the mid-bass scoop as well as its more pronounced upper midrange. It does look very minor if you look at the graphs but it's definitely noticeable when you A/B them
Hi Timmy I've bought both Pilgrim and Davinci. 2 wonderful sets! I agree with u talking about Pilgrim's details and very clean bass. I've been really surprised about the clarity of Davinci with such an amount of bass. You've done a really good job!!! By the way my point of comparison the Xenns Top.
@@Demagogiarock-qp6qb Hello, maybe the Pilgrims, because the overall sound is brighter than the Davincis so they can seem clearer, but as I said Davincis are surprisingly clear considering the amount of bass. Anyway two great iems, you can't go wrong with either of those.
It is worth mentioning the fragile chassis of the tangzu waner, which can crumble into dust in the first months of use. My waner lasted 7 months after which the 2 pin connector broke on both headphones. For a friend, this place actually broke down after two of weeks.
I had mine for almost 2 years and still pretty good. But ive been noticing that the volume sometimes lowers and needs a higher volume to hear the sounds more.
Pretty bad misinformation. It's a sub $20 iem. 2pin connectors industry standard and aftermarket cables are inexpensive. The shells are resin just like 98% of other iems in this price range. Nothing is crumbling to dust. At worst, under normal care, some adhesive might fail. And super glue isn't that hard to use. The last thing worth mentioning with these iem's is the build quality.
@@lvn5609 it is a resin shell and a standard industry connector used by every iem maker. It's not like it is their own proprietary connector 😂 sounds like you were just too rough on your possessions. All things can break. It doesn't mean they are faulty. This would have happened to you no matter which iem you had. Even ones with mostly metal shells, the the connectors are still probably going to be some acrylic resin. My wan'ers from two weeks after their release date are still in as good of quality as the day I bought them. User error sounds like the problem
Yes!!! The Hype 4 is perfect and my favorite iem that works well with my music library. Fully textural from bass to treble, with organic mids and great control and details all around.
I have UNBREAKcable with C101 chip and 20ohm adapter for my Crinical Red and TANGZU Tang Sancai Eartips very happy but it's a hobby so being happy with the sound, fit etc is not enough when you don't get further after waiting a few weeks on the stuff. Necessary for Hard Rock, Metal and training …..next😳 0:03
Hi Timmy, now that you have launched the DaVinci, your new collaboration with Dunu, it would be great to hear you talk a little about the tuning process and what you set to achieve and which music genres it is most appropriate for.
My one and done would have to be the FIR Audio VxV. Super versatile and balanced, non-fatiguing, natural sounding and not source dependent. Tactile bass a plus! ❤
I have the crinicle red since christmas. Use them for sunday services as a bass player and drummer. I have issues with the bass popping already when the kick drum hits or a strong attack on a bass string. So leaving no choice but to keep what i need turned down. I have sensitive ears so i have never pushed these iems hard enough that they should be damaged.
The Performer 5 was my third or fourth pair of IEMs that I SOMEHOW managed to get for around $45 in open-box condition. No idea how I managed it. They were barely released so nothing was around on them yet (meaning the seller didn't know and I didn't know what they were really worth). Since then I've continued to fill out my collection with cheaper models and found myself using those SIGNIFICANTLY MORE than the Performer 5 and I'm not sure why. I really enjoy them, they're among the more comfortable, and they're always surprising me with giving detail. Maybe I'm scared of breaking them? Or (more likely) the FOMO is a genuinely real beast and the new shiny things must have my $20-$40 every time despite the objectively worse sound I'm always getting😑
seems like quite a few Meh, No Moondrop Aria for ppl that like sub bass and clear highs, No Tangzu FUDU for ppl that like like a Leather chair feel, No Fiio FH3 for ppl that like a large sound stage thats eyeopening. All great buys.
I'm wondering if you had plans on covering the Dunu Titan S2. Would be interested on your opinion on it, especially with the amount of accessories they offer for the price!
I have Wan'er, Performer 5 and first Aria and between all of them I like P5 the most, second is Aria and third is Wan'er and to be hones I don't really like Wan'er sound all that much, its sounds kinda flat to me. I had 7hz Zero before and I liked it more than Wan'er. Btw if anyone want to buy P5 and want to use it outdoors, be aware that it has a vent hole right in front and when you're riding something like a bike or electric scooter or have a strong wind it will create so much noise so you can barely hear music. I never heard anyone mentioning that problem with P5.
@@Bapakgw me apparently, I'm using my P5 every day when I go outdoors And what's the difference for example between P5 and sony xm4 headphones for example? Lots of people using them outside every day, so I don't really see a problem And btw I use all my iems outside since I prefer headphones at home, so it depends on your use case
I agree on the Pilgrim. I own Moondrop Variations, didn't expected that the Pilgrim would be as good as the Variations, but even $120 less, the Pilgrim is as good as the Variations. Little less bass, but just plenty enough. Thanks Timmy, you're recommendations always is spot on with my taste!
I hope to get some of these IEM for me to actually have a different tuning as well as use it for monitoring, mixing and mastering, I guess. though I got the P5 already and I really love those set..
Hello friend! I will buy my first IEM in Brazil, is for classical music, and I like a nice design.. I almost buying the Fanmusic Truthear Blue, what else would you recommend? Thank youuuu
I also need a mic..! It’s better to buy a cheaper one with mic, or upgrade the cable later? Can I use the Zeros with a mic cable? And the red ones are batter than the blues? Thank you!!!
This guy is too humble, Galileo is also pretty universal. It is my everyday set, I listen to anything on it. I really like how homogenous the sound field feels, on the most budget hybrid iems there are audible problems with driver synergy.
@ pilgrim is better for sure. More detail, resolution, energetic, treble, more forward vocals. M5 has more bass quantity and is more laid back, kinda boring imo
for me it's the monarch mk3. they're truly one and done. it scales to no end with your gears also. the sound quality with desktop gear is amazing. since i have no interest in buying anymore iem's i bought the hifiman arya organic expecting to be blown away, but i returned them because they are inferior to the mk3's.
Great list, but few IEMs that I would add are the Tangzu x Seeaudio Shimin Li Encounter Edition, Moondrop May, Dita Project M, Simgot EM10, Unique Melody MEST mk2, and the Canpur CP622B.
No lol, it scores 79% in Harman PPR, even the Reds are closer to Harman at 86%. Imho PPR below 85 should not be called Harman or what not. You can also check that those that Timmy recognize as Harman IEM scores 90% above.
@@xeruskun this depends on the exact measurements you use. Those numbers are from Oratory's measurements where Zero Blue is a little above Harman target but others have different results and different numbers. Subjectively, the Red is not very Harman at all to me, and that's a good thing, it is not too intense in the upper mids and it has a smoother transition from the bass to the mids. Blue does have more bass than Harman though, the cut is not quite as low. Also, Harman preference scores are not THAT exact, they are valid in a broad brush but 79-86 are close as it is.
What do you say about KZ ZS10 Pro? I know it's a Chi-fi, tried to buy positive reviews and all that, but 1DD and 4BAs at that price is pretty insane, don't you think? Please give us your opinion on it.
i have wan'er as my first iem. i tried to eq to em6l. and i preferred without eq since it's more relax and fun for music. when too much "energy", it's uncomfortable for long listening.
Hey Timmy, would you care to review KZ Castor (Standard). Since you like the Wan'er so much, I think this can be a good alternative to it and it is priced cheaper. Plus I've never seen you review KZ products before.😅
You can't buy iem just for different signatures, there is no end to it. Neither meta nor harman signature may be suitable for your ear structure. I think the important thing is to buy a product that stays true to the studio mix of the music you listen to, and moreover, reveals the mistakes in the album and does not change it in any way. In short, transparency, loyalty and technicality are the most important elements for me. I have a few models in mind, but they are expensive. I am hopeful for the new generation mems drivers.
@ amazingly, I am literally bopping to Charli XCX as I respond to this with the DUSK. Also now that there is a tuning people are calling Meta modeled after the DUSK I think we know it has staying power
@@milolo2.071 I tend to see indian tech review channels recommend KZ iems, also general tech review channels that don't know about the slimey KZ business practices reccomend KZ Iems a dcent amount in both cases it's completly understandable since it would take digging and niche knowledge to know about and understand the KZ boycott. I alos think the dank pods vid might still be making an impact xD
Definitely Wan'er. I got the KZ ZS10 Pro on initial release in 2019 but the Wan'er is much better tuned for much less money. In fairness to KZ, the build and ergonomics on the ZS10 Pro is excellent. But it's a boomy v-shape with harsh and peaky upper mids/treble.
Will you review Simgot SM4? If yes, please try swapping the cable to a normal copper cable. I found the SM4's cable cause grainy sound (but textured bass). Perhaps this graininess is the reason you give EA500LM a low treble score. Personally, I hate this graininess, but some people perceive it as details/air/texture.
I've had the mega5est (found it too boring) xenns top and variation, and tbh I prefer the variations. Having said that, I demoed the Pilgrim noir and it gave me that wow feeling.
Hello I’m a bass player for a church band currently using ultimate ears ue7 I’m looking for a back up pair of iems who knows they may be better than my ue7’s I have yet to find anyone talking iems specifically for musicians ( bass players) can anybody please tell me good iem brands I should be looking in to for this purpose
When the performer 5 is on sale for under 180, it is a no brainer. I don’t agree with the dusk sentiment because the dsp is reliant on a horribly implemented app. Not to mention that you are required to bypass any dac/amp setup you have connected to your PC to get the default dsp tuning out of the dsp cable
i am very confused between p5 , origin , cadenza 4 , falcon ultra , nova , ea1000 currently i am using zero red , and i fell on some songs the instrument becomes muddy and the resolution is also not good, and also there is sibilance and granny sound when to much things are going on i am not sure what to get next , i have 240$ max.......
Nova will be higher resolution but if you are sensitive to sibilance it might be worse than the Red, it has more pinna gain that that. I feel it's smooth enough but it's certainly more. EA1000 is detailed but to an extent "fake", it's just very bright like many Simgots. Has good percussive impact but if you say you're sensitive to sibilance not for you. Falcon Ultra is basically EA1000 with a bit more bass with balances it better but costs a little on detail and percussive impact, I think I'd still take it over EA1000 overall but they are very similar. Probably could have same issue for you. Haven't heard Origin but I have the Oxygen, for a single DD it might be the best choice although might still be too intense. Haven't heard Cadenza 4. I think the Aful P5 might be the safest bet, it's very well tuned, has good levels of detail (step up from Zero Red), excellent fit (much better than Red), and not too much in the pinna (similar or even a little less than the Red).
Go back to iems. Lol Honestly that happened to me , i got into headphones and now own like 7 of them and finally found my end game so no need to buy any more that was hifi man he1000se , then got into watches bought like 8 of them before I stopped , then was boots from whites , Grant Stone and parkhurst , I have 10 pairs , I don't know why I'm still looking at iems , I thought I would stop with i600e which is great it was 699 before price drop.
I ended up buying multiple of these versatile IEMs, got the red, nova, dusk, hype 10 😂 (these are just the ones that were in the video, got a lot more IEMs)
God I need a loan for iem now I also am not a big fan of the waner because it aint detailed at all and if I need an eq monster I'll get the chu 2 dsp which is what I went with
Mega5-EST has a lot more bass. Also I think the Oracle has substantial unit variation, while some may come close outside the bass, my one doesn't, and they are really not very close in subjective listening at all. Oracle is extremely well tuned in terms of a neutral signature but Mega5-EST has a sense of stage and "headphone-like" presentation and naturalness that I don't think I've ever heard in another IEM. For me, Mega5-EST has a special sauce a step above Oracle. Oracle also has this weird pressure thing that you need to jiggle them around a bit putting them in or the bass will sound off, something to do with the way the vents are. They are vented, they are not an all-BA set, but they are a set I actually need to use a tone generator with sub-bass every time I put them in to make sure I have them seated right, it's a weird one. Some music the Mega5-EST can come across a little too boomy, and I appreciate the Oracle dialing that back a bit.
Timmy, you're a wise man. "End Game" is a lie. You always end up buying more. The IEM industry has us all hooked. Reality only sets in when we get a monthly financial report from our wallets. We then try to sell something to free up some cash, or to have an excuse to replace the IEM sized hole we now have once sold. Enjoy the music... and the hunt for the next precious purchase
I need to retire from this hobby 😢
Just get 3 iem and learn how to love two iems stick to it. For me hidizs mp145, senneheiser ie200, and tangzu wan'er.
Yeah you don’t need a lot. Buy few and never come back. They constantly release new stuff that is “the best sounding”…. Just buy one you love and don’t follow the cult
just get U12t and youre done brother
You sound like a Subtonic Storm away from internal calm and happiness😅
Step 1: unfollow the iem channels to save yourself from fomo
Step 2: enjoy what you own
Step 3: profit
Buying the one good iem sounds like a good idea until you start thinking ‘I shouldn’t be using my expensive iems outside all the time’ and then all of a sudden you’re 20 iems in and you have a watch case for all your iems
happened to me with the Kinda Lavas, they are too expensive (for me at least) I dont wanna take them out, so started using 20-100 Iems most of the time
Just like z reviews iem in his watch case so expensive
Why do you have this mindset ? What's the logic behind it ?
My one and done iem used to be the Moondrop Variations. It's at the sweet spot where upgrading to anything better would only increase like 10% or less in quality and cost thousands but at the same time almost anything below or equivalent in price is the same quality or worse. It was my end game... until i heard the Elysian Pilgrim. omG i can't believe the price. It's a Variations killer to me despite not being the exact same tuning. I'm so tempted to pull the trigger right now on it but imma cope with a Variations to Pilgrim EQ.
For context, I've heard Elysian Diva 2023 and Annihilator 2023 but not the Gaea. While the more expensive Elysians I've heard are impressive, I've only felt the strong urge to impulse buy when I heard the Diva and Pilgrim.
This hobby is so dangerous man
I don’t see a Tanchijim Orgin in this list
I own both and I love em. I enjoy the ESTs though since they add a depth and space that non ESTs can't capture.
Pilgrim is great
@@zora2532I haven't tried it yet
pilgrim's tuning isnt even that good. just eq the var to df tilt with 5db bass boost
EST IEM’s are goated fam
I bought the Studio 4 because you sugensted it. I could not wrap my head arround how good this 4BA sounds. This IEM is a perfect example what serious tunning can do, pefect Bass, Incredible vocals and not fatiguing highs, simply beautiful. I am done with IEM's for a while i guess.. so.. + 1 Softears fan.. Thank you Timmy 👍👍👍
When supermix 4 and em10 review? I'd like to hear your opinion
You can go to Jay's Audio for that 🤭
phonix multiverse? tbh cheaper options are better buys, but they do sound better, than their cheaper
i did have quite long listen w phonix, its a great iem
Current lineup: Aful 5, Meze Advar and Letshuoer Z12 Gold edition.
Love the Aful 5 because of the versatility.
Meze gives that luxury feel and they are a single DD so they are really small and discreet.
Really enjoy the deep sub bass of the Z12s.
There are so many iems out there it is tough to stick to just 1 IMO
This hobby is like Hotel California. You can check out but you can never leave. One and done? End game? Perfect? NEVER😈
3:55 Binary Chopin hehe
Why was they not on this list I thought they were the best at price point I picked them over awful 5 due to reviews
@@aaronsmith1280 The Binary Chopin ? Probably because it was his collaboration IEM with Binary, he just avoids the "reviewer bias"
@@aaronsmith1280 obvious conflict of interest as he was involved in its creation. Same reason the DaVinci is nowhere to be found in this list
that being said, the more I think about it, I would still lean towards the P5 for versatility over the Chopin by a very narrow margin. Both sound more similar than different but Chopin is leaner due to the mid-bass scoop as well as its more pronounced upper midrange. It does look very minor if you look at the graphs but it's definitely noticeable when you A/B them
Hi Timmy I've bought both Pilgrim and Davinci. 2 wonderful sets! I agree with u talking about Pilgrim's details and very clean bass. I've been really surprised about the clarity of Davinci with such an amount of bass. You've done a really good job!!! By the way my point of comparison the Xenns Top.
Thank you!
Hi Paolo, I am interested in Pilgrim or Davinci, what it has best vocals ?
@@Demagogiarock-qp6qb Hello, maybe the Pilgrims, because the overall sound is brighter than the Davincis so they can seem clearer, but as I said Davincis are surprisingly clear considering the amount of bass. Anyway two great iems, you can't go wrong with either of those.
It is worth mentioning the fragile chassis of the tangzu waner, which can crumble into dust in the first months of use. My waner lasted 7 months after which the 2 pin connector broke on both headphones. For a friend, this place actually broke down after two of weeks.
Bad QC, *I guess
I had mine for almost 2 years and still pretty good. But ive been noticing that the volume sometimes lowers and needs a higher volume to hear the sounds more.
Pretty bad misinformation. It's a sub $20 iem. 2pin connectors industry standard and aftermarket cables are inexpensive. The shells are resin just like 98% of other iems in this price range. Nothing is crumbling to dust. At worst, under normal care, some adhesive might fail. And super glue isn't that hard to use. The last thing worth mentioning with these iem's is the build quality.
@@jonbradshaw1933 you are the one misinforming people, because I second this issue. After a year of usage waner's connector fell apart
@@lvn5609 it is a resin shell and a standard industry connector used by every iem maker. It's not like it is their own proprietary connector 😂 sounds like you were just too rough on your possessions. All things can break. It doesn't mean they are faulty. This would have happened to you no matter which iem you had. Even ones with mostly metal shells, the the connectors are still probably going to be some acrylic resin. My wan'ers from two weeks after their release date are still in as good of quality as the day I bought them. User error sounds like the problem
At last someone made this list. Nice vid and still waiting if you would have a review for sm4 and em10
Yes!!! The Hype 4 is perfect and my favorite iem that works well with my music library. Fully textural from bass to treble, with organic mids and great control and details all around.
I have UNBREAKcable with C101 chip and 20ohm adapter for my Crinical Red and TANGZU Tang Sancai Eartips very happy but it's a hobby so being happy with the sound, fit etc is not enough when you don't get further after waiting a few weeks on the stuff. Necessary for Hard Rock, Metal and training …..next😳 0:03
Hi Timmy, now that you have launched the DaVinci, your new collaboration with Dunu, it would be great to hear you talk a little about the tuning process and what you set to achieve and which music genres it is most appropriate for.
My one and done would have to be the FIR Audio VxV. Super versatile and balanced, non-fatiguing, natural sounding and not source dependent. Tactile bass a plus! ❤
I have the crinicle red since christmas. Use them for sunday services as a bass player and drummer. I have issues with the bass popping already when the kick drum hits or a strong attack on a bass string. So leaving no choice but to keep what i need turned down. I have sensitive ears so i have never pushed these iems hard enough that they should be damaged.
Awesome ! Which one has the best soundstage eg airy spatial info?
I really love this effect most and sadly not many reviewers focus on it
The Performer 5 was my third or fourth pair of IEMs that I SOMEHOW managed to get for around $45 in open-box condition. No idea how I managed it. They were barely released so nothing was around on them yet (meaning the seller didn't know and I didn't know what they were really worth). Since then I've continued to fill out my collection with cheaper models and found myself using those SIGNIFICANTLY MORE than the Performer 5 and I'm not sure why. I really enjoy them, they're among the more comfortable, and they're always surprising me with giving detail. Maybe I'm scared of breaking them? Or (more likely) the FOMO is a genuinely real beast and the new shiny things must have my $20-$40 every time despite the objectively worse sound I'm always getting😑
i think sennheiser ie200 and ie600 should be on the list.. change ie200 to copper 4.4mm cable + right eartips + tape mod, the sound still amazed me
I have been using my DUNU Titan S for quite a while and it offers a lot for its price.
seems like quite a few Meh,
No Moondrop Aria for ppl that like sub bass and clear highs, No Tangzu FUDU for ppl that like like a Leather chair feel, No Fiio FH3 for ppl that like a large sound stage thats eyeopening.
All great buys.
I'm wondering if you had plans on covering the Dunu Titan S2. Would be interested on your opinion on it, especially with the amount of accessories they offer for the price!
thank you for the Ranking List! so helpful! have a great week
I have Wan'er, Performer 5 and first Aria and between all of them I like P5 the most, second is Aria and third is Wan'er and to be hones I don't really like Wan'er sound all that much, its sounds kinda flat to me. I had 7hz Zero before and I liked it more than Wan'er.
Btw if anyone want to buy P5 and want to use it outdoors, be aware that it has a vent hole right in front and when you're riding something like a bike or electric scooter or have a strong wind it will create so much noise so you can barely hear music. I never heard anyone mentioning that problem with P5.
who gonna use $200 iem outdoors, mine always stays on my desk. i care too much
@@Bapakgw me apparently, I'm using my P5 every day when I go outdoors
And what's the difference for example between P5 and sony xm4 headphones for example? Lots of people using them outside every day, so I don't really see a problem
And btw I use all my iems outside since I prefer headphones at home, so it depends on your use case
Hi Timmy😂 your channel always brings a smile to my face 😊
thank you!
I agree on the Pilgrim. I own Moondrop Variations, didn't expected that the Pilgrim would be as good as the Variations, but even $120 less, the Pilgrim is as good as the Variations. Little less bass, but just plenty enough.
Thanks Timmy, you're recommendations always is spot on with my taste!
I ordered SM4 5 minutes before the end of the sale, I hope it's not mistake
I hope to get some of these IEM for me to actually have a different tuning as well as use it for monitoring, mixing and mastering, I guess. though I got the P5 already and I really love those set..
Hello friend! I will buy my first IEM in Brazil, is for classical music, and I like a nice design.. I almost buying the Fanmusic Truthear Blue, what else would you recommend? Thank youuuu
I also need a mic..! It’s better to buy a cheaper one with mic, or upgrade the cable later? Can I use the Zeros with a mic cable? And the red ones are batter than the blues? Thank you!!!
This guy is too humble, Galileo is also pretty universal. It is my everyday set, I listen to anything on it. I really like how homogenous the sound field feels, on the most budget hybrid iems there are audible problems with driver synergy.
Pilgrim is soooo good! Also just got the m5est and agree it’s also amazing
Which do you like more?
@ pilgrim is better for sure. More detail, resolution, energetic, treble, more forward vocals. M5 has more bass quantity and is more laid back, kinda boring imo
Hi have just ordered those Tangzu waner, what eq software can i use to tune that thing?»
for me it's the monarch mk3. they're truly one and done. it scales to no end with your gears also. the sound quality with desktop gear is amazing. since i have no interest in buying anymore iem's i bought the hifiman arya organic expecting to be blown away, but i returned them because they are inferior to the mk3's.
Sounds about right. I dont know how anyone can be content with DF style bass.
Great list, but few IEMs that I would add are the Tangzu x Seeaudio Shimin Li Encounter Edition, Moondrop May, Dita Project M, Simgot EM10, Unique Melody MEST mk2, and the Canpur CP622B.
Project M is good but Pilgrim beats it for me
Isn't truthear zero og kinda harman?
Yes
No lol, it scores 79% in Harman PPR, even the Reds are closer to Harman at 86%. Imho PPR below 85 should not be called Harman or what not. You can also check that those that Timmy recognize as Harman IEM scores 90% above.
@@xeruskun this depends on the exact measurements you use. Those numbers are from Oratory's measurements where Zero Blue is a little above Harman target but others have different results and different numbers. Subjectively, the Red is not very Harman at all to me, and that's a good thing, it is not too intense in the upper mids and it has a smoother transition from the bass to the mids. Blue does have more bass than Harman though, the cut is not quite as low. Also, Harman preference scores are not THAT exact, they are valid in a broad brush but 79-86 are close as it is.
What do you say about KZ ZS10 Pro? I know it's a Chi-fi, tried to buy positive reviews and all that, but 1DD and 4BAs at that price is pretty insane, don't you think? Please give us your opinion on it.
i have wan'er as my first iem. i tried to eq to em6l. and i preferred without eq since it's more relax and fun for music. when too much "energy", it's uncomfortable for long listening.
Great video, I just bought the Studio 4 inspired in your recommendations 👍
Hey Timmy, would you care to review KZ Castor (Standard). Since you like the Wan'er so much, I think this can be a good alternative to it and it is priced cheaper. Plus I've never seen you review KZ products before.😅
You can't buy iem just for different signatures, there is no end to it. Neither meta nor harman signature may be suitable for your ear structure. I think the important thing is to buy a product that stays true to the studio mix of the music you listen to, and moreover, reveals the mistakes in the album and does not change it in any way. In short, transparency, loyalty and technicality are the most important elements for me. I have a few models in mind, but they are expensive. I am hopeful for the new generation mems drivers.
Me: Owns DUSK
Also me when Truthear Gate is released: 👁👄👁
Gate gang!
hey, how have the DUSK's held up over time? just wanna know as I'm thinking about buying them
@ amazingly, I am literally bopping to Charli XCX as I respond to this with the DUSK. Also now that there is a tuning people are calling Meta modeled after the DUSK I think we know it has staying power
Sir Timmy kz zs10 pro vs tangzu warner?? Which is better in clarity and details
Waner
genuinely where are people still getting kz recs
@@milolo2.071 I tend to see indian tech review channels recommend KZ iems, also general tech review channels that don't know about the slimey KZ business practices reccomend KZ Iems a dcent amount in both cases it's completly understandable since it would take digging and niche knowledge to know about and understand the KZ boycott. I alos think the dank pods vid might still be making an impact xD
@@Gizaudio thanks for your opinion ♥️
Definitely Wan'er. I got the KZ ZS10 Pro on initial release in 2019 but the Wan'er is much better tuned for much less money. In fairness to KZ, the build and ergonomics on the ZS10 Pro is excellent. But it's a boomy v-shape with harsh and peaky upper mids/treble.
is there a iem with mega5 tuning but better dynamics/transients and imaging?
what about the KZ ZS10 PRO X or the newer PRO 2 ?
Will you review Simgot SM4? If yes, please try swapping the cable to a normal copper cable. I found the SM4's cable cause grainy sound (but textured bass). Perhaps this graininess is the reason you give EA500LM a low treble score.
Personally, I hate this graininess, but some people perceive it as details/air/texture.
Will you review Tangzu Wan'er Studio Edition?
I've had the mega5est (found it too boring) xenns top and variation, and tbh I prefer the variations.
Having said that, I demoed the Pilgrim noir and it gave me that wow feeling.
so if you would need to pick from
Tangzu Wa'ner
7Hz x Crinacle Zero 2
Thuthear hola
Moondrop chu
which one would you go for?
Truthear Gate
@@roadtonever so you mean hola
@gizaudio you said that you preferred the Pula PA02 OVER the Aful Performer 5 and its more affordable? Why didn’t you include it in the video?
P5 more versatile than pa02 so its more appropriate for this list.
Oh ight good vid then mb👍👍👍👍
Hi Timmy, can suggest a 4.4 cable for studio 4? Thanks
Best sounding audio thing period? ZMF Atrium Closed.
Waiting full review of MEGA5est (please help to compare with Xenn top).
Subtonic Storm is an experience. Absolutely lovely set.
I just buy studio 4, any 4.4 cable intro ? Thanks
Is kz castor a true rated harman iem?
Timmy I currently don’t see the Hidition Viento-B on the ranking list, is there a reason for that or am I just blind?
Did you ever get to try the Timsok Ts-316 or the Hisenior Mega5EST? :) I consider both of these to be very versatile.
you didn't watch the video lol
@@Gizaudio damn you got me. Still watching. Sorry :D
Only the Timsok then :p
I also own the Dunu Mirai and I do find it to be quite versatile, despite its unique tuning. The Timsok is more balanced with greater mid-bass though.
Hi bro can you suggest me a best iem for music as well as gaming under 50 usd in type c or with dongle
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Any thoughts on Hifiman Svanar?
Thank you
Ooh a Simgot SM4 mention. Hopefully a review soon.
Hello I’m a bass player for a church band currently using ultimate ears ue7 I’m looking for a back up pair of iems who knows they may be better than my ue7’s
I have yet to find anyone talking iems specifically for musicians ( bass players) can anybody please tell me good iem brands I should be looking in to for this purpose
When the performer 5 is on sale for under 180, it is a no brainer. I don’t agree with the dusk sentiment because the dsp is reliant on a horribly implemented app. Not to mention that you are required to bypass any dac/amp setup you have connected to your PC to get the default dsp tuning out of the dsp cable
The Symphonium Meteors are an amazing all rounder all day listen.
I'm looking forward to your supermix4 review
i am very confused between p5 , origin , cadenza 4 , falcon ultra , nova , ea1000
currently i am using zero red , and i fell on some songs the instrument becomes muddy and the resolution is also not good, and also there is sibilance and granny sound when to much things are going on
i am not sure what to get next , i have 240$ max.......
Nova will be higher resolution but if you are sensitive to sibilance it might be worse than the Red, it has more pinna gain that that. I feel it's smooth enough but it's certainly more. EA1000 is detailed but to an extent "fake", it's just very bright like many Simgots. Has good percussive impact but if you say you're sensitive to sibilance not for you. Falcon Ultra is basically EA1000 with a bit more bass with balances it better but costs a little on detail and percussive impact, I think I'd still take it over EA1000 overall but they are very similar. Probably could have same issue for you. Haven't heard Origin but I have the Oxygen, for a single DD it might be the best choice although might still be too intense. Haven't heard Cadenza 4.
I think the Aful P5 might be the safest bet, it's very well tuned, has good levels of detail (step up from Zero Red), excellent fit (much better than Red), and not too much in the pinna (similar or even a little less than the Red).
Please suggest me Best IEM under 90$ (All Rounder) according to you. Also if I plan to buy Simgot EA500LM or ARIA 2. Which one should I pick.
Xuan nv
Aful Explorer
how about 7hz sonus? do you think that still harmanish or nah?
When you review Canpur CP622B ?
DaVinci, hype 4 or SM4/Explorer?
Been on break from the hobby for a while. Surprised the SA6 and Variations don't even make it into conversation anymore🔥
Theres a giveaway?
Retired from this hobby last iem is senn ie200. Now only buy foam tips … wallet so happy 😂
I bought a pair of Blessing 2 few years ago and I was done. Then I got into watches, and It's a lot more expensive.
Help!
Go back to iems. Lol
Honestly that happened to me , i got into headphones and now own like 7 of them and finally found my end game so no need to buy any more that was hifi man he1000se , then got into watches bought like 8 of them before I stopped , then was boots from whites , Grant Stone and parkhurst , I have 10 pairs , I don't know why I'm still looking at iems , I thought I would stop with i600e which is great it was 699 before price drop.
I have the new dusk and I'm still looking at new Iems 🤣 send help.
Will you review the Tangzu Wan'er SE.
Will you review the supermix4?
cca trio/ kz vader balanced is the cheapest harman harman inspired iem, is that right?
Simgot Supermix 4 and EM10 review next?
What’s your > $1K recommendation for a male lead vocalist in a live setting onstage?
I ended up buying multiple of these versatile IEMs, got the red, nova, dusk, hype 10 😂 (these are just the ones that were in the video, got a lot more IEMs)
@residentzero of course it's for real, I like them all
Is there a big jump from red to nova?
@@nickpetriashvili2863 the jump is quite big in my opinion, but the tuning is not the same, the nova is more exciting and the red is more relaxed.
@residentzero Hi, could you tell me about Hype 4 and EM10 ?
what is the best for vocals and rock ?
Dunu DaVinci vs Truthear Nova ?
My pick is the fatfreq grand maestro. Being able to switch between 4 tunings has made almost all my iems irrelevant.
Do a budget version for these pls😊
Which one is good for gaming and having a useful mic?
Qkz x Hbb have done me proud for 3 years.
Don’t tell me what to do *has panic attack* 😂
Studio 4 my precious fr
God I need a loan for iem now
I also am not a big fan of the waner because it aint detailed at all and if I need an eq monster I'll get the chu 2 dsp which is what I went with
I need to buy my endgame and call it quits right after. Still searching.
Thanks for the opportunity Timmy. In my currency even $300 is about 100,000. So thank you
saw this video in my UA-cam recommended after partecipating in the giveaway on X, LOL
When Are You Going To Review The Kefine Delci?.
He already did that
Mega5EST graphs like the Oracle, of course Timmy is going to gush over it😂
Mega5-EST has a lot more bass. Also I think the Oracle has substantial unit variation, while some may come close outside the bass, my one doesn't, and they are really not very close in subjective listening at all. Oracle is extremely well tuned in terms of a neutral signature but Mega5-EST has a sense of stage and "headphone-like" presentation and naturalness that I don't think I've ever heard in another IEM. For me, Mega5-EST has a special sauce a step above Oracle.
Oracle also has this weird pressure thing that you need to jiggle them around a bit putting them in or the bass will sound off, something to do with the way the vents are. They are vented, they are not an all-BA set, but they are a set I actually need to use a tone generator with sub-bass every time I put them in to make sure I have them seated right, it's a weird one.
Some music the Mega5-EST can come across a little too boomy, and I appreciate the Oracle dialing that back a bit.
tanya dsp, one dsp, zero blue, quarks dsp, chopin, chu 2 dsp, jiu, galaxy buds 2, doscino
The blue are ice picks ramming your ears.
My one and done was the FF Grand Maestro.
Timmy, you're a wise man. "End Game" is a lie. You always end up buying more. The IEM industry has us all hooked. Reality only sets in when we get a monthly financial report from our wallets. We then try to sell something to free up some cash, or to have an excuse to replace the IEM sized hole we now have once sold.
Enjoy the music... and the hunt for the next precious purchase
What about simgot ew200? I think they’re good
Looking to graduate from cheap walmart skullcandy earbuds into something better for work.
My Crinacle X Dusk 2 arrives any day.