Head/earphones Recommendations Thread

[TeamStereo]

Hi there

What's the different of FXZ-100 and FXT-90 difference ? Hmm


Thanks !

The FX-Z100 is a triple dynamic drivers IEM whereas the FX-T90 is a dual dynamic drivers IEM. Most people find that the bass of the FX-Z100 much stronger.

 

[xbearbishopx]

The FX-Z100 is a triple dynamic drivers IEM whereas the FX-T90 is a dual dynamic drivers IEM. Most people find that the bass of the FX-Z100 much stronger.

Haha thanks! Just got the Z-100 at the plaza sin outlet

 

[bockscar]

Definitely the W4R on discount.

Westone 4R with Removable Cables

Or you can try the market place on HWZ to look for BNIB units as well if you don't want to ship it yourself.

Thank you for your recommendation. Will check them out.

What about the Shure SE535. Howwould u compare they compare to the Westone 4R

 

[LouisLoh]

Thank you for your recommendation. Will check them out.

What about the Shure SE535. Howwould u compare they compare to the Westone 4R

I haven't heard the SE535. But I used to have the DBA02s as well, and when I heard the W4, it was on a whole league higher.

 

[bockscar]

I haven't heard the SE535. But I used to have the DBA02s as well, and when I heard the W4, it was on a whole league higher.

I see.

My DBA-02 MKII starting to have a bit of a buzz in the left side for certain songs.

Starting to look for newer earphones with same sounds as the DBA-02

 

[petepan1986]

Hi All,

helping a friend here.

- Your rig: Samsung Note 3 and ipad
- What type of usage: Music, movie
- Genre of music you listen to: English Pop, jazz, 720p movie
- Headphone / earphone type: wireless headset
- Budget: 300-400

Thanks

Hi bros, can assist to recommend? Is bose AE2W or beats wireless good choice?
Thanks

 

[TeamStereo]

Hi bros, can assist to recommend? Is bose AE2W or beats wireless good choice?
Thanks

Bass of the Beats Wireless is much heavier than Bose. Prefer Bose for its fitting and comfort.

 

[silverwing]

Hi there, any comment on hifiman re400? Read abt it, heard that its a good all-rounder.

Been using A151, currently looking for something to replace it.
any recommendation?

Your rig (mp3 players, amps, soundcard etc)
- My phone, sansa clip
What type of usage (movies/ gaming/ music etc)
- Music
File format used in your source (i.e. flac, mp3 etc)
- Flac and 320kpbs
Genre of music you listen to (classical, jazz, metal, etc)
- Pop
Headphone / earphone type (closed, open, cirumaural, IEM etc)
- IEM
Other requirements (if any) (mic, volume control, 5.1ch, 7.1ch etc)
- Nope
Budget (in figures)
- Below $150

Thank you

 

[digichris]

- Your rig: Sony Xperia Tablet Z and Iphone 4s
- What type of usage: Music & Mic
- File format used in your source: Mp3
- Genre of music you listen to: Chinese Pop, Rock, Movies
- Headphone / earphone type: Earphones
- Other requirements (if any): Durable. One earphones for everything.
- Budget <$60

 

[MudkipFan]

Hi guys, need your recomendations here...

Your rig (mp3 players, amps, soundcard etc)
- iphone5
What type of usage (movies/ gaming/ music etc)
- Music
File format used in your source (i.e. flac, mp3 etc)
- mp3
Genre of music you listen to (classical, jazz, metal, etc)
- Mixed actually... bass / acoustic / classical
Headphone / earphone type (closed, open, cirumaural, IEM etc)
- IEM
Other requirements (if any) (mic, volume control, 5.1ch, 7.1ch etc)
- Volume control / mic if possible, if not nvm
Budget (in figures)
- plus minus 150

Thanks in advance =)

 

[sharshar]

- Your rig (Sony Xperia Z1, laptop, in flight entertainment)
- What type of usage (music, movies)
- File format used in your source (mp3, radio)
- Genre of music you listen to (pop/rock)
- Headphone / earphone type (wireless headphones)
- Other requirements (if any) (preferably noise cancelling)
- Budget (<500)

 

[leonaheidern]

Your rig (Sony Xperia Z, Sony sbh-52,ipod Nano 6,iPhone4, fiio e5,fiio e1,desktop )
- What type of usage (radio, music, movies)
- File format used in your source (mkv, mp4, mp3, m4a, radio)
- Genre of music you listen to (pop/rock, out, game and Anime music )
- Headphone / earphone type earphones previous was a-jays 4
- Other requirements (if any) DURABLE, not as microphonic as jays, good sound isolation
- Budget : 60-120

 

[TeamStereo]

Hi there, any comment on hifiman re400? Read abt it, heard that its a good all-rounder.

Been using A151, currently looking for something to replace it.
any recommendation?

Your rig (mp3 players, amps, soundcard etc)
- My phone, sansa clip
What type of usage (movies/ gaming/ music etc)
- Music
File format used in your source (i.e. flac, mp3 etc)
- Flac and 320kpbs
Genre of music you listen to (classical, jazz, metal, etc)
- Pop
Headphone / earphone type (closed, open, cirumaural, IEM etc)
- IEM
Other requirements (if any) (mic, volume control, 5.1ch, 7.1ch etc)
- Nope
Budget (in figures)
- Below $150

Thank you

If you prefer more bass, you can consider the Fischer Audio Consonance and the Audio Technica CKS77X. Most people actually find the bass of the Consonance to be heavier.

Hi guys, need your recomendations here...

Your rig (mp3 players, amps, soundcard etc)
- iphone5
What type of usage (movies/ gaming/ music etc)
- Music
File format used in your source (i.e. flac, mp3 etc)
- mp3
Genre of music you listen to (classical, jazz, metal, etc)
- Mixed actually... bass / acoustic / classical
Headphone / earphone type (closed, open, cirumaural, IEM etc)
- IEM
Other requirements (if any) (mic, volume control, 5.1ch, 7.1ch etc)
- Volume control / mic if possible, if not nvm
Budget (in figures)
- plus minus 150

Thanks in advance =)

You can consider the Monster DNA In-ears which are on promotion now @ $149. Usual price $169. It has single button remote with mic.

Your rig (Sony Xperia Z, Sony sbh-52,ipod Nano 6,iPhone4, fiio e5,fiio e1,desktop )
- What type of usage (radio, music, movies)
- File format used in your source (mkv, mp4, mp3, m4a, radio)
- Genre of music you listen to (pop/rock, out, game and Anime music )
- Headphone / earphone type earphones previous was a-jays 4
- Other requirements (if any) DURABLE, not as microphonic as jays, good sound isolation
- Budget : 60-120

Actually all IEMs will have microphonics, just that due to the cable of the Jays it has more. Durability will also depend on how the earphones are being used. Not sure if you would like to hear clearer vocals or heavy bass, for clearer sound you can give the Ultimate Ears 400 a try, bass-wise you can try the Fischer Audio Consonance. If considering microphonics I personally feel that the Consonance has lesser as its cables are fabric covered.

- Your rig (Sony Xperia Z1, laptop, in flight entertainment)
- What type of usage (music, movies)
- File format used in your source (mp3, radio)
- Genre of music you listen to (pop/rock)
- Headphone / earphone type (wireless headphones)
- Other requirements (if any) (preferably noise cancelling)
- Budget (<500)

You can consider the Parrot Zik. Slightly higher price range at $580.

 

[TeamStereo]

- Your rig: Sony Xperia Tablet Z and Iphone 4s
- What type of usage: Music & Mic
- File format used in your source: Mp3
- Genre of music you listen to: Chinese Pop, Rock, Movies
- Headphone / earphone type: Earphones
- Other requirements (if any): Durable. One earphones for everything.
- Budget <$60

Durability will depend on how the earphones are used. You can give the JVC FX1X a try. And also the Audio Technica CKM500.

 

[MudkipFan]

Hmm ok thanks shall try it out someday. Anyway, what are your reviews on the UE600 vs shure SE 215? My friend tried the UE yesterday but told me got very high screeches when using loud volume..

 

[Panzerf]

Your rig (mp3 players, amps, soundcard etc)
- iphone5
What type of usage (movies/ gaming/ music etc)
- Monitoring Animal/Insects Sounds & Violin
File format used in your source (i.e. flac, mp3 etc)
- flac,mp3
Genre of music you listen to (classical, jazz, metal, etc)
- Classical apart from Animal and Insects
Headphone / earphone type (closed, open, cirumaural, IEM etc)
- IEM
Other requirements (if any) (mic, volume control, 5.1ch, 7.1ch etc)
- Volume control / mic if possible, if not nvm. For Jogging too.
Budget (in figures)
- plus minus 150

 

[TeamStereo]

Hmm ok thanks shall try it out someday. Anyway, what are your reviews on the UE600 vs shure SE 215? My friend tried the UE yesterday but told me got very high screeches when using loud volume..

Yes the UE600 is more sensitive than the SE215 thus if the volume is too loud it will produce sibilance. Most people who prefer a clearer vocal would choose the UE600. As compare to the SE215 which most people find it has more bass. It would be best if you could try them for yourself as every individuals' listening is different.

 

[sharshar]

If you prefer more bass, you can consider the Fischer Audio Consonance and the Audio Technica CKS77X. Most people actually find the bass of the Consonance to be heavier.


You can consider the Monster DNA In-ears which are on promotion now @ $149. Usual price $169. It has single button remote with mic.


Actually all IEMs will have microphonics, just that due to the cable of the Jays it has more. Durability will also depend on how the earphones are being used. Not sure if you would like to hear clearer vocals or heavy bass, for clearer sound you can give the Ultimate Ears 400 a try, bass-wise you can try the Fischer Audio Consonance. If considering microphonics I personally feel that the Consonance has lesser as its cables are fabric covered.


You can consider the Parrot Zik. Slightly higher price range at $580.

I have tried it but i didnt like the fit ironically it was at stereo at plaza sing. any others to recommend?

 

[AhLong23]

Hi, appreciate it if you can recommend a suitable wireless headphone based on the below.

Your rig (mp3 players, amps, soundcard etc)
- Sony Z1, PS3, PC, Samsung SmartTV
What type of usage (movies/ gaming/ music etc)
- Music, gaming, movies
File format used in your source (i.e. flac, mp3 etc)
- mp3
Genre of music you listen to (classical, jazz, metal, etc)
- Pop
Headphone / earphone type (closed, open, cirumaural, IEM etc)
- Wireless Headphones
Other requirements (if any) (mic, volume control, 5.1ch, 7.1ch etc)
- with mic for gaming purpose. preferably light/portable.
Budget (in figures)
- Below $200

 

[TeamStereo]

I have tried it but i didnt like the fit ironically it was at stereo at plaza sing. any others to recommend?

Hmmm... You can give the Sennheiser MM550X a try also. Personally find that it is lighter than the Zik. Features-wise it may not have as much as the Zik but in terms of sound I would find that it is pretty good.

Hi, appreciate it if you can recommend a suitable wireless headphone based on the below.

Your rig (mp3 players, amps, soundcard etc)
- Sony Z1, PS3, PC, Samsung SmartTV
What type of usage (movies/ gaming/ music etc)
- Music, gaming, movies
File format used in your source (i.e. flac, mp3 etc)
- mp3
Genre of music you listen to (classical, jazz, metal, etc)
- Pop
Headphone / earphone type (closed, open, cirumaural, IEM etc)
- Wireless Headphones
Other requirements (if any) (mic, volume control, 5.1ch, 7.1ch etc)
- with mic for gaming purpose. preferably light/portable.
Budget (in figures)
- Below $200

You might need something with bluetooth. Can consider the Jaybird SB2 and Jabra Halo 2. The Halo 2 will be more versatile as it can be used in wired mode so that devices without bluetooth will be able to use it.