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paradiseXXX
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May 2, 2017
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jjwfr
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May 2, 2017
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paradiseXXXProbably the Forsteni, though it is up to your preference. I say the Forsteni because you might want that sweet sub-bass for your music tastes. The IT03 should be very similar, but the shell didn't fit my ears very well (sharp edges = ouch) -- the Forsteni's shell shape looks a lot more tolerable.
blazer39
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Jul 30, 2017
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paradiseXXXwell diffidently not the Pinnacle p1, according to review it has less bass quantity, but great soundstage for classic,rock and metal.
i would suggest to look into IM02 or you can also check the Chinese market..some hidden gems there
i would suggest to look into IM02 or you can also check the Chinese market..some hidden gems there
mark5hs
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Mar 2, 2018
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paradiseXXXHonestly drop your iem budget and use some for an amp for the hd650. You're getting seriously compromised sound.
Brandon123
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Mar 2, 2018
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paradiseXXXThats detailed lol.
Why 650 and no amp...
Bass then gun for ie80 you love the bass actually.
Brandon123
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Mar 2, 2018
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Brandon123Wait isine would be prefect for bass but no isolation though
Zoobabwa
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Mar 2, 2018
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paradiseXXXWe may have similar taste in sound. I haven't heard all of those IEMS, but I do own the IT03, so here's my quick impressions of those:
There are no sharp edges, everything is rounded and smooth. Semi-custom shape makes for good comfort.
Bass: Fantastic! Good quantity/impact, so great for the artists you listed. Bass is still decently quick, with a natural decay. Doesn't overpower the mids. Can pump out serious sub bass rumble if called for. Very fast technical basslines are no problem. I think I can feel the bass rumble in my ears at times.
Mids: Slightly recessed, nice natural tone. Female vocals don't sound thin. Male vocals might be slightly back.
Treble: Nice and bright, but not easily sibilant (depends on the recording). Maybe a bit of added treble for clarity. Sound can get "hot" in some very energetic treble intense songs.
Soundstage: Very good. Great depth, width extends for the slightly out-of-head feel if called for. Live recordings sound great.
Clarity/Detail: Could use a tiny bit more detail, but this is a minor improvement. Only when I compared to much more expensive headphones did I notice a difference in detail.
My opinion: The IT03 punches well above its price range, and is well below your budget. I use these heavily, and going strong for a year now. Listening to IT03 out of a good DAC is a noticeable improvement in sound quality vs direct from phone or laptop. You will probably pick up laptop noise with these.
I'm listening to Kendrick Lamar right now, fantastic, these things kick.
Hope that helps!
Bass: Fantastic! Good quantity/impact, so great for the artists you listed. Bass is still decently quick, with a natural decay. Doesn't overpower the mids. Can pump out serious sub bass rumble if called for. Very fast technical basslines are no problem. I think I can feel the bass rumble in my ears at times.
Mids: Slightly recessed, nice natural tone. Female vocals don't sound thin. Male vocals might be slightly back.
Treble: Nice and bright, but not easily sibilant (depends on the recording). Maybe a bit of added treble for clarity. Sound can get "hot" in some very energetic treble intense songs.
Soundstage: Very good. Great depth, width extends for the slightly out-of-head feel if called for. Live recordings sound great.
Clarity/Detail: Could use a tiny bit more detail, but this is a minor improvement. Only when I compared to much more expensive headphones did I notice a difference in detail.
My opinion: The IT03 punches well above its price range, and is well below your budget. I use these heavily, and going strong for a year now. Listening to IT03 out of a good DAC is a noticeable improvement in sound quality vs direct from phone or laptop. You will probably pick up laptop noise with these.
I'm listening to Kendrick Lamar right now, fantastic, these things kick.
Hope that helps!
E111
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Mar 5, 2018
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paradiseXXXI've owned all those and my Acoustune HS1551CU blows them all away.
zaphrodbox
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Mar 5, 2018
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Brandon123I meant for the HD650s, but yeah even better a dragonfly for both...
desutruction
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Mar 6, 2018
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paradiseXXXI have also auditioned all of those (IM02, IE80, New Primacy, IT03) plus some others (XBA-A3, Fidue A83, Shure SE535, Westone UM3X, Westone 4R, etc)
I have to agree with @E111, I have the HS1551CU and wow these are very good. My current XBA-A3 has been relegated to commute-only use.
I have to agree with @E111, I have the HS1551CU and wow these are very good. My current XBA-A3 has been relegated to commute-only use.
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Budget: $500 at max.
Source: Samsung Galaxy S7E, Spotify and 320kbps/FLAC files.
Requirements for Isolation: I want other people to not be hearing what I listen to. I would like isolation, ideally. Noise cancellation not required, but wouldn't be unwelcome.
Will you be using these Headphones in Public?: Yes, most of the time, to the gym, during breaks at work, during study sessions etc
Preferred type of headphone: IEM
Tonal preferences: I really don't know other than that I like bass. I like hip hop/rap, post hardcore, classical, rock, some EDM... Past headphones:: I have the HD650, but without an amp.. using my iMac Preferred music:I listen to a lot of kinds of music. Electronic-dance, rock, metal, hip-hop, rap, classical, some study playlists from Spotify. etc
Eminem, J.Cole, Kendrick Lamar, DMX, Gorillaz, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, The Doors, God Is an Astronaut, etc
What I want to improve from my past setup: To be honest, I don't mind my current setup. I just want some good sound IEM's for when I'm outside.