[KopaneDePooj]

Hi,

I don't have much experience with IEM's, I use mainly headphones. (please see my profile page)
I'm interested in a warm sounding IEM, with good sub-bass, some punch in the mid-bass but not too much bloom, not too forward nor recessed midrange, smooth but present high-mids and treble. Non-fatiguing, natural sound, full-bodied vocals. Best possible soundstage. Over-ear style that looks like a CIEM but is an universal one with tips. Max price ~ 100 $.

Something that sounds like a Koss Porta Pro and looks like this:

Any help appreciated!

 

[Prim8NChief]

I just ordered the BlitzWolf BW-ES2s. Supposed to provide good bass and have clear mids and highs. I think they're warm sounding. I can let you know on Tuesday when I get them. They're SUPER budget headphones though (~$16). I mainly wanted to comment because I am also interested to see what warm IEMs under a 100 there are out there.

 

[KopaneDePooj]

I just ordered the BlitzWolf BW-ES2s. Supposed to provide good bass and have clear mids and highs. I think they're warm sounding. I can let you know on Tuesday when I get them. They're SUPER budget headphones though (~$16). I mainly wanted to comment because I am also interested to see what warm IEMs under a 100 there are out there.

They look nice but over-the-ear cable is a must for me, I don't like straight-down. That's why I'm looking for the form factor in the photo above. For straight-down I have my IEMs bundled with the HTC 10 which are very decent and warm sounding, but the straight-down cable always produces microphonics and is less secure.

 

[Colors]

HiFiMan RE-400 and don't look back. Clear bass, forward and lush mids and rolled off treble. Decent soundstage. The warm standard imo. Even better if you have a DAC (I use Dragonfly Red).

You can find a pair for like $50.

 

[KopaneDePooj]

Yes, but the cable is still straight-down... I want over-ear cable.
Any other recommendations?

 

[serman005]

You should check out an RHA MA-750. Maybe read about it and see what you think. It could work for you.

 

[buke9]

Shozy Zero’s can easily be worn either way and have a slider if you need. They are fairly warm with decent detail and soundstage.

 

[KopaneDePooj]

What about the FiiO FH-1 ?
I realy like the shape and accessories included (2 removable cables). I saw some youtube reviews that say they have warm signature too.

 

[Niouke]

the KZ-ATE is over the ear, costs 16€, and sounds pretty damn good for the price!

 

[Niouke]

I forgot to say that while the KZ-ATE are still V shaped, their bass and mids are not lacking so you could get the desired sound with a bit of EQ. Il you want a very dark sound add $20 to your budget and get Westone W10's.

 

[squee116]

Nuforce EDC or EDC3 might be up your alley. I agree with a previous poster, but I'd suggest the RE600s v2, if it's still on sale.

 

[tim0chan]

What about the FiiO FH-1 ?
I realy like the shape and accessories included (2 removable cables). I saw some youtube reviews that say they have warm signature too.

Imo, the fiio is good, but streching to something like the EDC 3 or just taking the EDC during a drop would be ideal, welcome to inear-fi, sorry about your wallet

 

[KopaneDePooj]

Imo, the fiio is good, but streching to something like the EDC 3 or just taking the EDC during a drop would be ideal, welcome to inear-fi, sorry about your wallet

Thanks!
Is the EDC 3 available outside Massdrop (maybe under different name)?
I'm in Europe so Massdrop is not convenient for me (high tax / vat / transport fees)

 

[tim0chan]

Thanks!
Is the EDC 3 available outside Massdrop (maybe under different name)?
I'm in Europe so Massdrop is not convenient for me (high tax / vat / transport fees)

Hrmmm nope, I guess u r better off with a shozy zero and buying one of those cheap earhooks. The shozy zero improves slightly with burn in

 

[KopaneDePooj]

Hrmmm nope, I guess u r better off with a shozy zero and buying one of those cheap earhooks. The shozy zero improves slightly with burn in

Hey, I found this NuForce HEM Dynamic which looks the same as NuForce EDC and I can buy locally. Is it the same earphone?
https://www.optoma.co.uk/audioproduct/hem-dynamic

How do these compare to Shure SE215?