How to Make DIY IEMs That Sound Better Than Expensive IEMs in the market

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I started this project as an experimental project, but the results exceeded my expectations. I liked it so much that I decided to make it open source for anyone who is interested in making their own. If you want to hear every detail from 20 Hz to 20 kHz and experience the huge soundstage, then you might want to try this project.
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  • @kozh4013
    @kozh401311 ай бұрын

    download the shell here shell: skfb.ly/oJzVF cap: skfb.ly/oJzVK

  • @n3ptuchan848

    @n3ptuchan848

    8 ай бұрын

    so question how do you decide what damper to use for your builds ? cause i am going to make myself some costum ones with UV resin and all the stuff.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    8 ай бұрын

    @@n3ptuchan848 decision of which damper should be used is during the tuning process. Using different dampers might need slightly different tuning

  • @mikairu2944
    @mikairu294411 ай бұрын

    love this (not that I'm remotely close of doing it)

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    11 ай бұрын

    glad you like it

  • @New777World

    @New777World

    Ай бұрын

    yeah we like it and all but how does this help the average diy that want to build one for himself! a lot is not explained!

  • @Cyba_IT
    @Cyba_IT6 ай бұрын

    If I had this skill and equipment I would have a ton more IEM's than I already have. 🤣Nice job man, nothing like making things with your own hands. 😊

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    😆 thanks

  • @lego_minifig
    @lego_minifig8 ай бұрын

    Awesome project! Really cool how you open sourced it

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you. glad you like it

  • @hyokomusic6641
    @hyokomusic66412 ай бұрын

    Wow thank you!! i'm new to the hobby and trying to make my own iem

  • @ReinoldFZ
    @ReinoldFZ7 ай бұрын

    I see you have constructed a new iem. Your skills are complete. Indeed you are powerful, as the Emperor has foreseen.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    7 ай бұрын

    I'm still learning.

  • @Prxyshj

    @Prxyshj

    Ай бұрын

    I got the reference.

  • @VSN-wb2ly
    @VSN-wb2ly6 ай бұрын

    this is what real audiophile would do, appreciate it mate

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🙏

  • @manvsbando
    @manvsbando7 ай бұрын

    Love this!

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank you 👍

  • @VM-SG
    @VM-SG11 ай бұрын

    this is insane great job!

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    11 ай бұрын

    thank you

  • @VM-SG

    @VM-SG

    11 ай бұрын

    @@kozh4013 Would you ever make these for people?

  • @darylwayne611
    @darylwayne6118 ай бұрын

    Beautiful!!

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @Tampsey
    @Tampsey5 ай бұрын

    dope af well done

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you

  • @driesthys9780
    @driesthys978011 ай бұрын

    Cool video, i really like how the larger resistors and capacitors look. How would you compare the E50DT with the sonion EST drivers for treble extension?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    11 ай бұрын

    The E50DT can cover from 3k-20k and has excellent detail while the est only 7k up and gives much less detail, some people don't like est. The E50DT raw frequency response only covers up to 18kHz but with good tuning, it can go beyond 20k E50DT is a good choice for 2ways IEMs. In my project I used Knowles RDI to cover 1k and below and Sonion E50DT for 1k+.

  • @jeyadviser
    @jeyadviser12 күн бұрын

    My friend, your video is impressive, thank you very much. What is the function of trancistors in your inears?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    12 күн бұрын

    Glad you like it. I only used resistors and capacitors

  • @jwillbassist
    @jwillbassist9 ай бұрын

    what do you recommend for bass players ?

  • @DiogoP
    @DiogoP5 ай бұрын

    hey, i saw a couple of videos of yours, and you made few iem models, between them which one do you think sounds the best?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    4 ай бұрын

    I use a 6BAs. It has flat frequency response, filter/damper less tuning for extremely micro detail but needs EQ to adjust the target curve.

  • @manwhoeatsfishinbedwithlig3791
    @manwhoeatsfishinbedwithlig37918 ай бұрын

    Literally diy hearing aids lol Fuckin dope!

  • @darcycraig58
    @darcycraig589 ай бұрын

    I dont think i have the patience or fine motor skills to accomplish this. Great work though.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @TorradoAngel
    @TorradoAngel7 күн бұрын

    Ok man, I'm gonna give this is a shot. Thanks for sharing. What 3D printer did you use? I've been thinking about grabbing a resin one for a while. I'm brand new to IEMs. Just ordered a Hexa and a Simgot SM4. This looks like a fun little project. What kind of quality would you say you achieved with these?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 күн бұрын

    Used one of the cheapest 3d printer. This project is not perfect; however, if you want to follow, I recommend using lower value damper and increase the low pass to lower the frequency at 200-1k. That will make it less muddy and improve details

  • @kuntul_burung
    @kuntul_burung9 ай бұрын

    Hi, thanks for the vid. I'm inspired. I'd like to use Shure IEM housing but can't find the 3d model Do you have any link or reference where I should look for them? It would help me alot (probably those who are interested in that type of IEM housing too) thanks

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    9 ай бұрын

    I can't find any too. I'll try to make one when I have free time

  • @kuntul_burung

    @kuntul_burung

    9 ай бұрын

    @@kozh4013 This insignificant peasant will worship thee as a Diety 🙇🏽‍♂️🙌🏽🙇🏽‍♂️🙌🏽🙇🏽‍♂️🙌🏽

  • @Miang-cw4df
    @Miang-cw4df7 ай бұрын

    Wish you can use better 10uF capacitor. Space are quite limited though.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    7 ай бұрын

    Yea. SMDs are better

  • @daviddafiti9113
    @daviddafiti91137 ай бұрын

    Where can i find those armature balance drivers? Exclenete video dude

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    7 ай бұрын

    I bought mine from stores on the Chinese website Taobao. Some websites such as digikey.com also sell them

  • @TheHabadababa
    @TheHabadababa6 ай бұрын

    Doesn't the cap and the sanding on the nozzle affect the tuning? Wouldn't it be better to sand the nozzle first, enclose it temporarily and then do the tuning? Maybe im overestimating the effect that has on the outcome. How much was the tuning rig?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    That's interesting. For the tuning rig, it's just a cheap $100 set

  • @TheHabadababa

    @TheHabadababa

    6 ай бұрын

    @@kozh4013 that's kind of steep, with all the other parts you can get some pretty amazing pairs of headphones for that price. I wonder if building one out of a cheap mic and some 3d printed parts could work.

  • @ManicQuinn

    @ManicQuinn

    6 ай бұрын

    @@TheHabadababa This is a personal project made for the sake of making it, making it open-source itself was an after thought, it was never meant to be competitive on the market lmao

  • @dudenomad
    @dudenomad9 ай бұрын

    I have so many questions. How is the resolution on these, how is the soundstage, what is the tonality and technicality like? And how do these compare to any popular iems that you have used?

  • @cedricboivin9422

    @cedricboivin9422

    8 ай бұрын

    😂 you clearly know Crinacle

  • @rigel8755

    @rigel8755

    8 ай бұрын

    Judging by the frequency response graph, it's an average Chi-fi no deep technical tuning FR. But with high-end (assuming 100% performance) drivers, you can EQ this bad boy to galaxies and beyond and be happy with it.

  • @cedricboivin9422

    @cedricboivin9422

    8 ай бұрын

    @@rigel8755 Might as well buy a good planar if you ask me

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    8 ай бұрын

    You're right, the tuning needs to be improved, especially lower the mid-bass

  • @rigel8755

    @rigel8755

    8 ай бұрын

    @@kozh4013 Now, I don't know how raw-tuning an IEM works, without a software/equalizer. But I bet it must be expensive. Maybe you have an idea on this?

  • @viacheslavoboskalov
    @viacheslavoboskalov9 ай бұрын

    Hello. why don't you use smd components? And can you tell me what each resistor and capacitor does for sound?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    9 ай бұрын

    It's a fun project so I used those big components to make it cooler. Circuit and components value in the video

  • @ProdbyRoby
    @ProdbyRoby9 ай бұрын

    where i can buy the audio drivers ( the ones small components ) what are they called?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    9 ай бұрын

    I bought mine from the Chinese website Taobao. You can also buy them from other sources depending on where you live. Those BAs drivers are expensive and need a bit of skill and knowledge to deal with them. If you're a beginner I recommend starting with dynamic drivers first

  • @bloxfruitdealer247
    @bloxfruitdealer2477 ай бұрын

    Great project! Can you give me the link to where you bought those components.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    7 ай бұрын

    I bought them on the Chinese website Taobao. If you want the store link DM me on discord: .kozh

  • @jdoe8162

    @jdoe8162

    6 ай бұрын

    ​@@kozh4013Hey, I am also making in ear monitors diy, but I'm opting for an open back design, where do you get the drivers?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    @@jdoe8162 m.tb.cn/h.5l1Z0gk That's the Taobao store that I bought mine

  • @zamSEG
    @zamSEG8 ай бұрын

    hello sir. any chances on making it commercially (taking order)? i don't think i have all that skills and tools. may i know what it sound like compared to commercial products? sorry for noob question and not from audiophile perspective.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    8 ай бұрын

    Currently I don't have the tools to make them commercial and also there's still things that need to be improved

  • @zamSEG

    @zamSEG

    8 ай бұрын

    @@kozh4013 it's ok sir. no harm done. just keep on perfecting it for greater good. i will keep on following your updates and hope it will hit the market near future. keep it coming and thank you for your quick reply sir. 👍👍👍

  • @demoxpubg6945
    @demoxpubg694510 ай бұрын

    Can you tell me which uv glue you are using?plz.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    10 ай бұрын

    I use ergo8500. It's quite strong

  • @seanceeee
    @seanceeee7 күн бұрын

    Hey! Great videos!!!! How can I get in touch with you for designing shells for an IEM project I’m working on? Thanks

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 күн бұрын

    Glad you like it

  • @ryanreviews8566
    @ryanreviews85666 ай бұрын

    wow, do you think you can replicate current iems like the raptgo hook x?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    If iems that use custom or in-house drivers. It's hard to copy.

  • @feel387
    @feel387Ай бұрын

    May I know what tools you use, such as infrared soldering

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    Ай бұрын

    I use regular cheap tools, usually the cheapest ones can be found on online retailers. I also use some DIY tools such as UV lamp and miscellaneous tools

  • @feel387

    @feel387

    Ай бұрын

    @@kozh4013 name it sir, do you have link

  • @daemonkisure2952
    @daemonkisure29526 ай бұрын

    i followed since i watched ur video making the Iems that are better than some 1000 dollars iems, is there any way to buy one of this from u and pay delivery as well? like paypal or something

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    These are hobby experimental projects. The tools and quality of materials I used are not as good commercially available products. I'd love to make them for other people than me. But I'm afraid can do that for now.

  • @octaviooyhanarte9574
    @octaviooyhanarte957410 ай бұрын

    How do you order the drivers? Can you buy small scale?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    10 ай бұрын

    I Bought them on Taobao, yes you can buy any quantity

  • @sahrodzaman1417
    @sahrodzaman14176 ай бұрын

    I dont care, you have to build me a pair of those. Dont care how much

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    I'm glad you're interested. I've already improved the tuning of this project to make them sound cleaner. but right now, I don't really have the tools or good enough materials to make them suitable for general use. I'm afraid I won't be able to make them for you at the moment

  • @Colter314
    @Colter3146 ай бұрын

    Does Knowles make the best drivers?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    Knowles and Sonion BAs are good and commonly found in online retailers

  • @cedricboivin9422
    @cedricboivin94229 ай бұрын

    Muddy bass and sibilance for days of work with tool I neither own nor have the knowledge needed I'd rather use whatever lays around

  • @gourabasis
    @gourabasis9 ай бұрын

    What brand of 3 d printer did you use?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    9 ай бұрын

    I use Voxelab 3d uv printer. The cheapest model

  • @radahn28
    @radahn282 ай бұрын

    Is this project possible without being in the possession of a 3d printer? Thanks

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    2 ай бұрын

    Using shells that made from molds and sound tubes might work as well

  • @jelivanlolz1187
    @jelivanlolz11875 ай бұрын

    Where do i buy drivers, can you send some links?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    5 ай бұрын

    I bought on this store m.tb.cn/h.5MGvItvVKrw3xBH

  • @wassup5793
    @wassup57934 ай бұрын

    what's the total costs of the parts (without the equipment)?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    4 ай бұрын

    It depends on where you buy those components. Cheapest would be around $60

  • @TheLotroNerd
    @TheLotroNerd8 ай бұрын

    Where do you buy these parts?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    8 ай бұрын

    you can buy from Taobao, aliexpress, digikey or mouser.com

  • @m3n9111
    @m3n911111 ай бұрын

    Yea these tools are in every house now.. good job though..

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    11 ай бұрын

    thanks

  • @danielvanatta8884
    @danielvanatta88842 ай бұрын

    How much would you sell a pair for?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    2 ай бұрын

    It would cost less than $100. Unfortunately, I don't have the tools to make good quality products for sale yet

  • @arizenhirumi9468
    @arizenhirumi94686 ай бұрын

    Hey, im a newbie IEM user, i just wanna know what is the biggest different between cheap and expensive IEM's, just in case i want to upgrade my IEM sorry for my bad English, its my 2nd lenguage

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    I'd compare them like this: Basic IEMs are like old 2MP phone cameras - they can get the job done, but you miss the details. Good IEMs are like high-res DSLRs. Listen with them, you hear every detail clearly, wide soundstage and other technical abilities

  • @brsrdgn
    @brsrdgn6 ай бұрын

    I appreciate all your efforts and everything. However, those super loud songs you play are too much. Please keep that in mind for the future.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your feedback

  • @FreshJ1v3
    @FreshJ1v311 ай бұрын

    Can I buy a pair? I am not that talented.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    11 ай бұрын

    I'm glad you're interested, but at the moment I still don't have the tools to make it viable for commercial use. I might do in the future when I have all the tools needed

  • @FreshJ1v3

    @FreshJ1v3

    11 ай бұрын

    @kozh4013 I think they look amazing and I would love to own a pair whenever you decide to, lmk please 🙏

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    11 ай бұрын

    @@FreshJ1v3 sure, I'll definitely let you know

  • @sertralina100mg
    @sertralina100mg6 ай бұрын

    Are you chinese and has already worked on a IEM factory by any chance lol?

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    I'm not. And my job is not audio related one.

  • @sertralina100mg

    @sertralina100mg

    6 ай бұрын

    @@kozh4013 wow very impressive then. Amazing job.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    6 ай бұрын

    @@sertralina100mg thank you

  • @heroicmiquio6327
    @heroicmiquio63273 ай бұрын

    Hello here from Germany to you, Could you please make one of those for me. Of course i will pay for it. My Beste regards , Monic G.

  • @zwykyzjadaczchleba5369
    @zwykyzjadaczchleba53694 ай бұрын

    "So I have to say that I really like your work, but... Why not go to an audiologist and have ear impressions taken? You don't need a 3D printer, and you can get real professional IEMs that usually cost hundreds of euros.

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    4 ай бұрын

    Agree with you but to learn skills was my purpose here. That's why I chose to learn 3D software and use a 3D printer because might I want to use these skills in other areas in the future.

  • @Fuddylarper
    @Fuddylarper5 ай бұрын

    I don’t believe shit iem KZreadrs say anymore I’ve tried the top 3 reviewed items for gaming and positioning/ footsteps were atrocious

  • @kozh4013

    @kozh4013

    5 ай бұрын

    I was one of the victims

  • @retardmoguss
    @retardmoguss6 ай бұрын

    My toxic personality is thinking I can easily do it, smh. Great work btw

  • @Keltzzzz
    @Keltzzzz6 ай бұрын

    check mate ChiFi wow great creation

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