JeremyLaurenson
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Hi, I am posting because I was in the exact same place as you a few weeks ago
Had just upgraded my iPhone "DAP" to X7 and had to deal with that same "downside" - In my case thinking on upgrading the Ultimate Ears UE900. I was considering the SE846, Sennheiser IE800 as two interesting offers on universal IEM's but have discarded both after countless hours reading reviews and user feedback. Founded or unfounded, I discarded SE846 because many people reported the highs as "veiled" , the bass to be somewhat intrusive on mids and because its already a bit "old"; IE800 because of the cable length, not beeing replaceable, susceptive to microfonics and also some reports on the sound signature a bit heavy on bass. I was looking for known and experienced brands, trying to keep the risk low as for most options, I wouldn't be able to try before buying - I live in a tiny Island in the Atlantic .
Two brands caught my attention, JH Audio and 64 Audio (former 1964 Ears), namely the universal Siren series and Adele Universal U10. I can tell I am VERY satisfied with my A&K Angie II (8 BA), it was a risky buy concerning fit because they are fairly big for na IEM, but they seemed to be made for my ears - they are driven very well by X7, after a few hours of burning I am listening with lower volumes (I posted about that), at around 55 for a 16/44.1 CD quality flac. Love the sound SQ, bass is user adjustable on the cable, very detailed with highs (4 drivers for highs!!!) that extend with clarity and smoothness as I've never heard before...
I am sure there are plenty of other great options, most people are lucky because they can try before buying, so if you can do it.
My 2 cents
I have JHAudio 13Pros and think it's a great match up. I suspect you'll get great performance from any of those. I wanted to chime in on the special connector for the new ones. The connector looks bulky and I'd be interested in your thoughts.