Slater
Headphoneus Supremus
How do they compare to the Tinaudio T2? ...Are they similar in sound signature?
CM5 has much deeper sub bass extension. It's slightly more v shaped compared to the T2. I like the bass on the CM5 better, but prefer the mids on the T2. The highs on both are similar (*** assuming the CM5 is modded as indicated below).
Cable is obviously fixed on CM5, and CM5 is worn behind the ear.
They both use double dynamic drivers. The CM5 is graphene sprayed.
Both are great. CM5 is a steal for the price. It can be found anywhere from $10-$20. It is one of my favorite IEMs.
The stock tips are rubbish though. I use Starlines for the best fit.
*** Also, the stock nozzle filter is a dual layer, and it adds a bit of veil to the sound and reduces the treble clarity. If you replace the stock nozzle filter with a normal stainless one, you will be rewarded with noticeably better sound (clarity). It's well worth the $0.12 for the new filters.
I mentioned more in-depth impressions here:
- https://www.head-fi.org/threads/chi...phones-and-iems.820747/page-778#post-13737081
- https://www.head-fi.org/threads/bes...-reference-list.805930/page-494#post-14070152
Here's a FR for the CM5: