[Billmurraydelirium]

Hi everyone, IEM total newbie (more of a headphone/speakers user) and looking for some advice please

I'd like to experience different sizing/tips/comfort/fit of IEMs, so I can discover whether I can find IEMs that are comfortable. When I was younger I didn't like stuff in my ear, but becoming more "open minded".

• Could anyone kindly suggest some IEMs/gear to try, based on the spec below?
• Or even suggest IEM listings website where I can filter at least some of these specified variables to narrow the search?
• Or both sources of advice would be most welcome!

Specification (must haves)
1. Tips
i) IEM that already comes with a selection of tip sizes, OR
ii) A separate, but easily available "variety box" of tips that is compatible with an IEM you recommend.
This criterion is based on my assumptions that:

• It's the tips that dictates the comfort in general? and
• Size is more important than material when talking about comfort? (Feel free to correct me on what dictates the comfort the most!)

2. Budget
USD 50-80 ish? for IEM and a set of tips (flexible)

3. Connector
MMCX only

4. Depth
The depth of the "IEM plus the tip" into the ear should be within a "typical", or at least "not uncommon" range of depth. Not extreme, that is to say: not either deep (etymotic) or shallow (earbud) types.



Specification (ideal/nice to haves - can increase budget)
5. IEM Sound
The IEM sound is sort of a secondary concern at this "fitting" stage, but might as well try to get one I like from the start, so:
i) Frequency response sounds balanced. Think "starter IEM" I guess OR
ii) Good sub-bass and bass, and relaxed in the mids/highs/presence region (not too sharp/sibilant) OR
iii) Suggestions for both of these styles most welcome! (Music style: Mostly electronic, hip hop and jazz.)

Notes
Setup: will be using the IEMS with a cable first, connected to IFI Go Blu/Hidizs S9 Pro, and then considering to buy wireless adapters UTWS5 in future
Shipping: i'm based in the EU though, I know most stuff is easily available, but just thought i'd mention


Thanks in advance!

 

[Poganin]

iBasso IT00 fits your requirements (and matches the second sound criterion you listed).

 

[Billmurraydelirium]

iBasso IT00 fits your requirements (and matches the second sound criterion you listed).

Thanks, they look quite a "clean" fit, and good reviews too. I'll see if any other suggestions come in, and unless they seem like a better "fit", i'll definitely get an order!

 

[cantcacheme]

1. Tips
i) IEM that already comes with a selection of tip sizes, OR
ii) A separate, but easily available "variety box" of tips that is compatible with an IEM you recommend.
This criterion is based on my assumptions that:

• It's the tips that dictates the comfort in general? and
• Size is more important than material when talking about comfort? (Feel free to correct me on what dictates the comfort the most!)

Final audio type e tips, you get them in pack of 5 sizes and adapters for most size iem, about 25 usd. Maybe not within your budget but certainly worth a try

 

[jmwant]

The cp100 and the CP145 was the most comfortable ones I've used.

 

[funnyjoke]

I've tried the Dunu Spinfits (I have the CP100 S) but I found them kind of plastic-y and they were a little more uncomfortable for long periods. I bought JVC HA-FDX1 headphones and they came with Spiral Dots+ I think and I cannot tell you how much I love them. They are so soft and along with that they feel nice in the ears! I would recommend you try them out definitely. They are a bit more expensive though, going for about 10-20$ I think, whereas the Spinfits are around half that in price. Spinfits aren't a bad choice either but do try out the Spiral Dots if you favor comfort.

 

[earmonger]

Final audio type e tips, you get them in pack of 5 sizes and adapters for most size iem, about 25 usd. Maybe not within your budget but certainly worth a try

If you have large ear canals, even the biggest Final tips aren't big enough. If you don't, you might as well get the Final E500, which are barely more expensive than a set of Type E tips alone.

https://www.amazon.com/Final-E500-Immersive-Earphones-Gaming/dp/B08N5JSDRM