Budget IEM (Chit Chat)

[BlackWing1977]

Anyone nose where to buy 3.5mm extension cable without the 'click' sound when inserting in?

When you insert 3.5mm jack into phone's female port it is loose. Looking for similar type of looseness...

The looseness is due to wear and tear bah.... all 3.5mm sure have this issue...

 

[ridiculous?]

The looseness is due to wear and tear bah.... all 3.5mm sure have this issue...

Many phones and Android boxes I tried is smooth one. Sony extension cable also smooth one. Can try your phone's port to experience.

 

[BlackWing1977]

Many phones and Android boxes I tried is smooth one. Sony extension cable also smooth one. Can try your phone's port to experience.

My phone only type C..

 

[BlackWing1977]

Many phones and Android boxes I tried is smooth one. Sony extension cable also smooth one. Can try your phone's port to experience.

I think could be the particular jack contact point out of shape.. or oxidized already...

 

[Jitter]

Is nicehck blackcat iem cable most popular and common?

 

[Mila Azul]

me super happy with AN01 with Gk Kunten

I'm not sure if you have earbuds, but this is an Apple and Orange comparison. Do you think the AN01&Kunten is better than most earbuds under $150?

 

[Jitter]

 

[Mila Azul]

I came across this on Reddit.

 

[tuckloong]

I'm not sure if you have earbuds, but this is an Apple and Orange comparison. Do you think the AN01&Kunten is better than most earbuds under $150?

Have la

Dont compare the ANC...purely comparing sound quality...this combo will be suffice for 30 percent of all audiophiles

For me this combo is better than (I own)
- Moondrop Space Travel 1/2
- Moondrop Space Travel Ultra
- Moondrop Ultrasonic
- Moondrop Golden Ages 1/2
- Moondrop Moca
- Sony 1000 xm 3/4/5
- Technics AZ100
- QCY N70
- QCY Melobuds Pro
- Ceramics X
- Jabra Elite 7 Pro
- Creative Ace 2/3 and mini
- KZ Extra and Carol


Do you have any earbuds in mind that is better than this combination?

 

[Mila Azul]

Have la

Dont compare the ANC...purely comparing sound quality...this combo will be suffice for 30 percent of all audiophiles

For me this combo is better than (I own)
- Moondrop Space Travel 1/2
- Moondrop Space Travel Ultra
- Moondrop Ultrasonic
- Moondrop Golden Ages 1/2
- Moondrop Moca
- Sony 1000 xm 3/4/5
- Technics AZ100
- QCY N70
- QCY Melobuds Pro
- Ceramics X
- Jabra Elite 7 Pro
- Creative Ace 2/3 and mini
- KZ Extra and Carol


Do you have any earbuds in mind that is better than this combination?

I am confused. Do you mean it's better than the majority of the earbuds you mentioned?

 

[tuckloong]

I am confused. Do you mean it's better than the majority of the earbuds you mentioned?

Yup in terms of sound quality

Perhaps I can elaborate a bit more

Most of modern TWS are tuned a bit differently and adjusted to suit the consumer markets when newer generations are launched

Some brands started out neutral but adjusted their tuning to be more bass emphasized to suit the consumer market....without a decent EQ, these TWS may sound very muddy due to a mid bass boost or a recessed mid range. To make things worst, they tend to up the treble to give a sense of more details. Not all V shaped TWS works well with all genre of music.

With ANC on, some brands tweaked their profile to increase more bass, adding more muddiness to the mix.

However, these higher valued TWS are better designed to fit the ear. They also come with better ear tips to fit users.

So to match these TWS, one must choose an IEM that is tuned to one's liking. The fit and comfort together with the tips must be able to recreate the original tuning and block out 90 percent of outside noise.

Current limitation of the ANC 01 is not able to generate sufficient power to drive power hungry IEMs. One cannot use this with their higher ended multi drivers IEMs at this moment. The single driver GK Kuten worked really well in this setup.

 

[tuckloong]

 

[tuckloong]

 

[Mila Azul]

What budget DAC are you using, and does it really matter if you’re only pairing it with lower- to mid-range IEMs? I’ve heard it does make a difference, but many people claim a simple USB-C cable is enough—how accurate is that?


Chatgpt recommendation

Product	Chipset	Resolution	Approx. Price
CX31993 Adapter	Conexant CX31993	32-bit / 384kHz	$6.00 - $10.36
ALC5686 Adapter	Realtek ALC5686	32-bit / 384kHz	$7.53
UGREEN Hi-Res	Proprietary DAC	32-bit / 384kHz	$9.76

Do DACs really need dual clips (CX31993 + MAX97220), or is this feature unnecessary for budget users?

 

[Mila Azul]

I hate myself for going down that path. If I really get into it, I'll spend at least $100 on an IEM, DAC, and other gear. Should I go ahead?

 

[skyline72]

Finally found the tips that suits my ears.

 

[skyline72]

I hate myself for going down that path. If I really get into it, I'll spend at least $100 on an IEM, DAC, and other gear. Should I go ahead?

I would spend the majority of the budget on IEM, it makes the most difference.

I suppose you will be listening through your phone by streaming?

 

[Mila Azul]

I would spend the majority of the budget on IEM, it makes the most difference.

I suppose you will be listening through your phone by streaming?

Yes, I listen to music on my phone using streaming apps such as Spotify and YouTube Music.

I'd like your advice on where to begin: should I buy an IEM with OEM type-c or OEM 3.5mm and then a basic type-c DAC to connect to my phone?

 

[skyline72]

Yes, I listen to music on my phone using streaming apps such as Spotify and YouTube Music.

I'd like your advice on where to begin: should I buy an IEM with OEM type-c or OEM 3.5mm and then a basic type-c DAC to connect to my phone?

I would go for the 2nd option. If possible go for 4.4mm.

Save some of your budget for tips. I spent quite a bit on tips.

 

[Mila Azul]

Isn't it ridiculous for me to spend $30 on an IEM and then another $40 on a wireless hook to make the IEM wireless?

Should I just get a cheap TWS instead?