Billmurraydelirium
New Head-Fier
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".
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:
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!
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!)
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!
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