What's so exciting about the iem market is that in 5-6 months time this whole list could completely change

@kimchi3600

Жыл бұрын

Isn't that true for most tech related market tho

@97Syahmie

Жыл бұрын

@@kimchi3600 yep but headphones, flatheads and Dac amps don't seem to be moving at such a breakneck pace like the iem circle

@kimchi3600

Жыл бұрын

@@97Syahmie I'd prefer faster progress than a slow one myself. Maybe some ppl get a kick out of knowing they have the "best" thing in the market for however much time, but that seems so shallow

@97Syahmie

Жыл бұрын

@@kimchi3600 agreed, now if only our wallets could keep up...

@kylemcdonnell86

Жыл бұрын

Yeah S12 and Timeless didn't even get a mention lol

Annihilator's price annihilate my hopes of buying it one day. I would go for a Monarch if it fits my ears.

So glad the Quarks DSP got at least a mention. I have been absolutely in love with my pair since I got them. Noise floor is definitely a con, but given everything else about them, I can take that. Plus, it's super nice to be able to leave all of my other gear at home. No dongle-DAC, no Bluetooth nugget, just a single wire connecting straight to my phone. Literally everyone in my friends group were shocked at their sound, especially when you tell them they are under $15 with Prime. I love this hobby.

@rafsanulislamratul755

Жыл бұрын

Quark dsp has treble?

@mastaboog749

Жыл бұрын

Lol got a $20 amazon card for Christmas I know what I'm going to check out!

@getoutsidenow420

Жыл бұрын

I hate that my samsung a53 5g doesn't have a jack

@momon8738

Жыл бұрын

@@getoutsidenow420 it should have type C jack right?

@getoutsidenow420

Жыл бұрын

@@momon8738 yeah it does, thats all its got

I really appreciate how you actually give definitive answers

The IER-Z1R’s are the pride and joy of my collection. Effortless clean rumbly bass, wide soundstage, excellent detail retrieval.

Thankyou so much. I've learned so many things from your channel

Wan'er are incredible for the price. I do personally prefer the Kiwi Ears Cadenza slightly overall, even factoring in the price. But I do like the Wan'ers smoother treble.

@tranner85

Жыл бұрын

@@zrad09 I think he has tried them.. he graphed and ranked them. I'm guessing he just prefers the treble on the Wan'er and value/price. The Cadenzas can be a bit shouty at times, but in most cases I prefer the Cadenzas.

@zipzak0072

9 ай бұрын

I thought the hola would be better? From what ive heard/read anyway

@RenimakBagio

7 ай бұрын

​@@zipzak0072hola was too dark and lack of details

Kind of excited for your collab.

Giz cranking out the Holiday videos!

Even if this video is not fixed in stone and can become outdated in no time, even if this list can be subjective in some degree, I think this broad discussion is fundamental to put things into perspective. This is not just a buying guide: it sums up where we've come with our research, it lightens where to focus our discussion. At the same time, it reminds us that a great audio experience is possible for every pocket, not just for the wealthiest. Thank you for your work Timmy, you are doing a great service for every audio lover out there!

@LongTruong.mp4

Жыл бұрын

Such an underrated comment

This is the most loved series of every month

My top pick ❤️for treble is the BGVP DX5 earbud. It’s really divine for string instruments. The treble is clean, smooth, sparkly, detailed and bodied👍. Mid is also clean, very good for female vocals. The only cons is the lack of bass which I think is probably good because this contributes to the cleaner mid and treble. And because it’s opened/unsealed, u get the most transparent and cleanest background among all other headphones. ✌️

KZread recommended this video to me. It's my first time seeing this channel. I'm now subscribed! 😎👍

This would have been a perfect upload 2 weeks ago looking for christmas presents :D

If the Moon drop Kato sells anywhere between 130 to 160 dollars it's the best IEM in that price Category,It's currently selling for 170 180 dollars and is still worth the price even though it's almost two years old !!

The resolution is very good, even comes with a storage box. It is definitely worth a try!

Another amazing Video (:

Timmy when you are going to reveal the Mystery IEM on your ranking list? I just cant wait anymore lol

@mensrea1251

Жыл бұрын

Galileo I think. Giz’s first collaboration.

I ordered the Wan'er and I got my regular quarks, glad to see i made the correct purchased

I got the Truthear Zero during the 11.11 discount for around 40$, shipped around 1-2 weeks from China (I got the free shipping option) Really enjoying it so far, one of the best mids I've ever heard in budget sets, Instruments sound clear but male vocal tends to be a bit less bold. Amazing for EDM, average for Rock Bass is decent, since it has the dedicated driver for low freq, but I'd like it to be more rumbly Beautiful resin on the housing design I swapped out the cable with Tripowin Zombur because I needed the mic Great purchase

@guynamedstella

Жыл бұрын

The Truthear Zero is an amazing pair! I also purchased them as my first iem, and was kind of blown away by how good they sound. I almost immediately went and bought a pair of Moondrop Variations, and even though the Variations are overall definitely better, I still end up using the Zeros day to day, or while talking with friends or gaming for extended periods. The size of the Zeros is a lot more comfortable as well (albeit I have rather small ears). To me, the mid-bass on the Zeros is has a slightly more oomph. I recommend these to literally everyone wanting a pair of wired earphones. What kind of price range would you consider going for if you wanted to invest in a more rumbly pair?

@RefusedYT

Жыл бұрын

Zero or aria for gaming and music?

Interesting choice for your top three endgames! I've been fortunate enough to have been able to listen to a number of endgames at my workplace this year and have to say that for vocal endgame I'd actually go for the Elysian Gaia instead of the Diva. To me the Diva sounds a bit smoothed over when compared to the Gaea as far as vocal timbre goes. While the Diva is most certainly more detailed and wider sounding I feel that the Gaea has better vocal performance with the only downside being that it is a bit in your face and thus can be fatiguing over time especially if you listen to genres like J-Pop or Rock which I predominantly listen to. I agree with you on the IER-Z1R for bass though. Still can't find anything that can beat it as far as punchy and well textured bass goes. As far as endgame that I've used the most this year it has to be the Monarch Mark 2. To me it still has the best timbre as well as texture out of any endgame IEM I have listened to. While the Gaea has better vocal texture it loses out compared to the Mark 2 in terms of overall timbre with instruments sounding better to me on them. While the Annihilator does have slightly better treble and soundstage as compared to the Mark 2, to me the Mark 2 still makes up for it with it having better bass as well as timbre. The annihilator is still the most detailed IEM I've heard to this day however which is still amazing but to me it's more of an IEM I'd listen to once in a while to be wowed by for orchestral tracks. For daily driving especially for my preferred genres the Mark 2 still takes the cake. I do hope to be able to try the Azul Performer 5 as well as the Wu Zetian Heyday someday!

@user-xd4bv9tm3i

Жыл бұрын

なんかゴリゴリ翻訳使ったみたいな英語やなw

@seraph24568

Жыл бұрын

Since you tried out bunch of endgame iem, if Im looking for an iem suited for orchestral and vocal musuc, what would you recommend? Anything from like $500 to 1500. Been interested in gaea and monarch mk2.

@huynhtri6135

Жыл бұрын

please make a comparision between the Diva to your Monarch Mk2, I'd be very interested to read about it, thank you

@Viewer13128

Жыл бұрын

Gizaudio said the Annihilator is the most unique IEM he's ever heard. Do you agree with him or is it just detailed and wide soundstage? Regarding other IEMs, have you heard the Penon Impact, Oriolus Traillii, or Oriolus Isabellae? Mest Indigo? Last, which IEMs do you think wil "wow" a non-audiophile the moment they listen to it?

Thank you!

Great review! Which one ha the best / spacious soundstage

big task! Damn there are so many good IEMs under $50 these days.. just keep getting better and better!

Whelp now to spend the next couple weeks deciding if I want the Heyday, the AFUL, or just go witht he Blessings.

Any thoughts on Aful Performer 5? Beautiful Looking set. I've tried the Crinacle Truth Ear Zero and its stock tuning is excellent. There are some not so great lower-resolution noises I can tell that it struggles with... the bass quality and amount is exceptional for this price tier. it is much more cohesive and listenable than the KZ ZAS I tried last year. I'm looking for a decent upgrade to this for rap/EDM purposes.

Yo Timmy, I have a major question to ask you. I've been looking at the s12 pro recently and I really want them because navy blue is my favorite color and I've heard great things about them. But now the new hbb planar are getting a ton of hype. I currently use the olina as my daily driver and I do love it. Before that I used the Kato. Which would you recommend?

Hello and thank you for your very precise videos. However, I don't see IKKO OH 5 in your list! Yet he is great.

Got it already, and I like its balanced and smooth tuning. For wearing glasses every day, I prefer this in-line design actually.

@iikatinggangsengii2471

6 ай бұрын

yes theyre very convenient often dont feel like wearing anything like listening to speakers

I really needed this, thank you. What do you think of KZ ZS10 pro X?

For me right now it's Empire Ears Odin.even though I like my Dunu Ultra's also. I am also playing with the thought of buying the Lime Ears Anima. Has anyone heard those (Anima) and has thoughts on them. I only heard them for one hour, but I think they sounded differently in the treble region then most

Love the content brother! What IEM would you recommend for a game like Escape from Tarkov?

how come you didn't mention 64Audio, JHAudio or Ultimate Ear? I thought those were the top brands? I'm looking into some CUSTOM IEM for vocalist. and idk which brand is the best.

Thank you for the video! It helped me choose my first IEM. I'm on a budget rn and bought the TANGZU Wan'er. My plan is to use it with my phone and pc. The phone and PC have a 3.5 jack. With that said would you recommend to buy anything else ($50 at most)? Would I still benefit from a dongle dac or something similar despite having a jack on both devices?

@Gizaudio - I am regular viewer of you. I love your explanation. I need a suggestion from you. Which should I purchase between 7Hz Timeless and Moondrop Kato? Can you please suggest whenever possible? If you please suggest one of them then that help will be highly appreciated. Thank you.

Wow, the third one already! The IEM market is moving so quickly!

While i dont really agree on the endgame part ( because its REALLY depend on taste later) still gotta thank timmy for making this video and help people shape their future goals. Also the budget part is pretty solid

@enjoshi-godrez8775

10 ай бұрын

What do you mean? Its endgame because of they are the best performing for they're respective sound signitures. What are you trying to say?

nice review.

Hi! thanks for the video Tim! should I get the HeyDay or the Aful P5 for mainly dance-pop and j-pop? thanks

Aful seems promising and it also got the endgame expensive IEM design on it

Curious where the fatfreq maestro SE stacks up in this list down the line ! Bgga got me to pull the trigger I hope they’re dope

Just want to ask, I bought zs10 pros a while back and wanting to upgrade since most yt channels said that they aren't really that good. I was just wondering if the tangzu wan er with be a good upgrade or is it just a step down from the zs10 pros. I mainly use if for gaming and I also prefer having a little bit of bass but not overpowering. If not, please recommend something that would suit my needs but not for more than 100$. Thank you!

It's here!!! :D

Hey Timmy! I need the best sub 100€/$ IEMs for playing mostly electronic drums (at home) and rehearsing with my band - we are playing a lot rock/indie/pop but we also use a lot of electronic drum sounds like 808 kicks, snappy snares and other electronic instruments for electronic/hiphop style genres like synth basses and stuff. I’d maybe also like to try a sub 50$/€ IEM, which one would you recommend in this range? I ordered the Moondrop Arias but I don’t like them that much. I miss the the seperation of bassdrum, snares, toms and cymbals. The sound is pleasingly warm but not so good for playing electronic drums imo. I also have the KZ ZS10 Pro, I like the seperation of the instruments, but they just sound bad overall compared to the Arias. Do you have any recommendations for me? THX!

If you try the OH5 Asgard, I think you'll change your opinion!

I bought the Wan'er and yah I like it bettter than my Moondrop Aria, and Salnotes Zero. I would highly recommend the tuning is just really sweet!

It's the only one I've got in this price range but I love my $650 Yanyin x HBB Mahina. Has a fairly uncommon tuning that doesn't seem to be copied widely. Essentially, it shows off the bass, with a smooth tonality but the details are still there due to the quality of the ESTs and tuning.

@ItsJustChase

Жыл бұрын

I have it and kinda lava as well. Those are my most expensive sets andlove them both dearly. Mahina is for rap and lava for metal. For me anyways.

@iamthe1234567890

Жыл бұрын

@@ItsJustChase well with a Qudelix 5k, when you have one, you can have the other, lol. Personally I think the preproduction Kinda Lava tuning was better than the production model.

@ItsJustChase

Жыл бұрын

@@iamthe1234567890 I wouldnt trust EQ to replicate another signature, especially since the lava has 4 ests each instead of just 2. But hey, you do you.

@iamthe1234567890

Жыл бұрын

@@ItsJustChase it's not exactly the same but most of the way there. I tried EQing a set of Sennheiser IE300, the default sound signature which I actually dislike (bought it blind in a half price Amazon sale) to my Mahina. I didn't think the Autoeq function on Squiglink was fully accurate, particularly when it came to the bass. I had to make further adjustments. So it's now closer, but there is still a qualitative difference for example between the bass quality from a single full range DD vs dedicated subwoofer DD. The Mahina also sounded more "coherent" than the EQed IE300 I'm guessing that going from tribrid to tribid would be a lot more "snap on". But I don't have another pair. If you have a Qudelix 5k, which is about 130 bucks, you could do this experiment.

@ElNINETEENTH

8 ай бұрын

@@ItsJustChasewould you say better than The UP for rap and edm ?

Under 100 to 200 are change rapidly and myself cant keep up anymore. Hexa is the most interesting for me right now but it may another that better come along soon, we’ll see in next 6 months

For me under $50 at the moment would be QKZ x HBB and Tin Hifi C3. Under $100 would be the Olina SE

@penontonl

Жыл бұрын

same

Is there any notable different from a gaming/casual standpoint between budget and the 750 bracket? and I mean in any way at all. A bit ago I picked up a $40 pair off amazon, the KZ ZS10 Pros and eventually just felt like I could have the same audio capabilities from a headset, without the issues of hearing my own thoughts/blood vessels while trying to listen for minute details in a game. They also gave me very bad sores from rubbing on my ear wrong

Hello Tim, I'm new in audio(IEM) so I need some help,, Old CRA,CRA+, Salnotes Zero, Tangzu Wan'er, which one of these iem do you think is the most suitable for the rock or metal genre with detail n natural trebel? Thanks

Yeah new video two/ 4 days in a row!!!!

@Gizaudio

Жыл бұрын

4 days in a row lol

@Tsukasa941

Жыл бұрын

4!!! Omg Timmy you’re a mad man. Also I love my hexa and my heyday is coming in next Wednesday

So the Annihilator has replaced the Anole VX in the technicality & details aspect as well? Interesting.

Does anyone know what the Mystery IEM he's referring about

I think the under $100 iem has to be the Thieaudio Legacy 2 tbh, sounds better than the Hexa comes with a better cable,better case. I honestly don't understand why there is no hype at all for them, they are some of my favorite iems I own at any price.

hello Gizaudio! Have you tried the BASN Bmaster? I really like their sound signature but they're quality is terrible, they last 4 months tops. Do you know what their sound signature is? and do you know anything similar to it? Thanks for so much information! love your channel!!

What do you think of Anole VX vs Traillii? I'm thinking of going from VX to Traillii. Thanks!

great video ! i am new to IEM. and i want to use them for gaming. i was suggested to get the Truthear x Crinacle Zero for gaming, because i can hear footstep really well . i was wondering if you can suggest me other IEMs that are better than the Truthear x Crinacle Zero for gaming if theirs a better one? and if is possible can you make a video in the future comparing some IEMs for Gaming?... that would be awesome.

@gothamknightpr9864

Жыл бұрын

@@ariathyf144 competitive. footsteps and accurate directions.

@kaemelezzine1827

Жыл бұрын

@@gothamknightpr9864 fiio fa9

Great video and great channel! Based on your recommendation I am considering buying either Moondrop x Crinacle Blessing2:Dusk or AFUL Performer5. However, I am not sure about the comfort. I heard that AFUL Performer5 is very comfortable and has a High-Damping Air-Pressure Balance System (not sure if it really works). I would like to avoid paying 100 USD more for just a bit better sound quality, but worse comfort. How would you compare the comfort of those two? I fully understand that it is a subjective thing, but unfortunately I cannot try it before buying 😞

@EisteeMango

11 ай бұрын

How did it turn out?

@krzysiek5209

11 ай бұрын

@@EisteeMango I bought AFUL Performer5 and I very happy with it. The sound is great, but the most important it is very comfortable. There is a new version AFUL Performer8 and I was considering an upgrade, but what I read it is not not worthy it if I already have 5th.

I got some barely used Raptgo Hook X for $120. Very happy with them so far.

I would like to hear the best of Timmy and other well-known reviewers as well as the best of everyone in the community. If I were to recommend it to others, it would be Performer 5, but my preference was WINTER.

What sound it have and how it sounds in ear. My latest FH7 sounds very well with metal genre. Fast base and rich tremble with no fatigue. I am surprised you don.t mention them.

Hexa is a good iem in the sub 100 price bracket but personally I would still rec the original Arias over it in terms of broad appeal. I know the value proposition isn't as good as it once was but it's still in that range

Surprisingly Annihilator hails all the way from Elysian Labs Kajang, Malaysia. I would imagine it is a definite Chi-Fi IEMs like most in the market nowadays

@jdgobio

7 ай бұрын

Didn't realize that they are from Malaysia. Way to go guys!

What a good video to close 2022 with. Im finally entering the hobby with a Tangsu Waner plus an Apple type C dongle, pretty good for the price tbh. Just a question tho, when it comes to IEMs what's the best option for details? I tend to listen to a lot of metal and orchestrations and I like dissecting individual instruments.

Olina SE $300+ 🙃 jk kinda not really

Hello, I need some suggestion. Thing is I got two decent, 2 pin (non recesssed) earphones. I also got one upgrade 2 pin cable. I want a budget iem with good bass & mid-bass punch. The dilemma I am facing is most budget iems e.g. Qkz hbb, Trip Mele, cca cra+, waner, all of these are recessed (qdc) 2 pin. Please suggest something in similar range but with regular 2pin. Thank you.

(This question may show my ignorance) i’m very interested in the aful performer 5 and am ordering a pair. Can i switch the cables with a 4.4 balanced cable? (Mostly because of my dap) will it hurt the iems? I recognize that it may not improve the sound.

Hmm Im curious to the $300-$500 bracket since theres URD,SKULD, Variation,and EST112 in there

Ever since I first got my first IEM (Wan'Er), all my old stuff sounds literally unbearable especially my cheap TWS. I'm happy with my purchase but an already looking forward to an upgrade!

@mahadjaved583

Жыл бұрын

Hey are you using a cable for your Waner? I ordered a pair with the tripowin zonie 16 core cable

@Riko_AB

Жыл бұрын

How is the bass

Hi dear friend! Thank's for your work! Can you tell me, what's iem I can buy under 300$ with sound similar sony ier z1r? Performer 5 is a good choice? Or you can recommended anything?

the Dunu SA6 Ultra would be a winner there, but since it's no longer available I understand....

When the timmy sekrit IEM can be revealed? For absolute endgames I am looking for something like Subtonic STORM or Elysian Annihilator, but it's just a blind buy for big money, not to mention longer lead times cos those are exceptional products. At least I could give my locals a taste of them, however yeah, it's a lot of cash and I shouldn't be any less conscious of that.

The best I've heard so far is Kato since I'm still a student. Damn i really need to try z1r

I miss you in the fragrance community 😅

Hello. Regardless of price, which headphone is better: the new Tangzu hbb or the Aful Performer 5?

こんばんは、Aful Performer 5 と Final Audio A5000で買うの迷ってますが、どちらがおすすめですか？

Could anybody compare the bass-heads killer Sony IER Z1R by the reviewer with CA Dorado (which is a base-head endgame for me)?

I thought the Fatfreq Maestro SE was going the be the new end game basshead for sure

@theodorezurla496

Жыл бұрын

I just bought a pair of fatfreq se lol so curious how they are after bgga hyping it

@theodorezurla496

Жыл бұрын

@@resottolamontagna904 ehhh doesn’t strike me as that typa fellow

So you recommend the Performer 5’a for the 200-300 range but you like the 7Hz Timeless more? Based on description

How about the Tin C3 and the Kiwi ears cadenza under 50?

I have a pair of Jerry Harvey Roxanne’s and laylas and no KZreadr ever talks about JH audio in their iem lists.

we need a list regardless of price

I'm not sure the Ier-z1r being for bass heads. It's for people want a U-shape all rounder who will be shocked by the quality of the bass. The vocals require an excellent dac that can fix ier-z1r vocal thinness, then the vocals become realistic yet still not forward. ier z1r excels at acoustic instrument reproduction as well as electronic music because of its extended and smooth frequency response. And perhaps the best at spacial reproduction giving the feeling of being in a concert hall or a night club. But the signature is not "fun" imo.

Hey brother, just gonna ask which between the two would you pick salnotes zero or tangzu waner? Thanks for the very informative video

@armankhan371

Жыл бұрын

same question

wow i eq'ed a iem to xenns top and this bass is crazyyy.

hey just got the anole vx from musicteck and I would like to know if you use any of the switches.

What's the best alternative to Hexa? Moondr Aria/ tripowin Olina or something cheaper?

By watching your content quality I can say that one day soon you will become a well known iem reviewer If you keep this up.

@saurabbbhardwaj1930

Жыл бұрын

Timmy already IS one of top reviewers. Collaborated and now coming out with an iem tuned by him

@razetw

Жыл бұрын

He does editing for other reviewers lol so he's ahead of the game

@mehmetgurdal

Жыл бұрын

He's basically the kouhai of Crin-Sama what do you expect? :D

@kylemcdonnell86

Жыл бұрын

@@razetw who?

Hey Timmy, thanks for this video. I have a question though... I'm looking for an IEM for orchestral and vocal music. I remember you recommending the Monarch Mk2 in your older video, but that was a while ago. Do you have any newer recommendations as an end game piece?

@residentzero

6 ай бұрын

I like the exact genre but also soundtracks and movies. What did you end up getting?

@seraph24568

6 ай бұрын

@@residentzero I went with an earphone called Inear Promission X cause I got a decent deal on it, but it is not a common pick. They have up to Monarch Mk3 now so check that out maybe.

Will you do the review of the Kz Zs10 Pro X ?

Does anyone know how the Tangzu WAN ER compares to the BLON BL03?

What's the name of the music at the end?

I can't decide whether to buy Tangzu Heyday or Performer 5, any insight that might help? Edit: Went to visit a friend to try some of his IEM's including the aful p5, ended up liking the yume 2 more.

@afizbrand9123

Жыл бұрын

the difference is just 20 bucks. Get Aful

@dynamics3261

Жыл бұрын

@@fuzail3379 My only issue with the Tangzu x HBB Heyday was the sharp treble but that only lasted for a bit and then somehow my ears got used to it. Everything else sounds good to me. Although I haven't tried a AFUL so I have no idea if I'm missing out on anything else for a small price difference.

I bought my Quarks DSPs for around 9 Usd here in the Philippines

@icedcoffeecapricorn

Жыл бұрын

Do you experience noise floor?

im looking to upgrade, currently, i have a set of KZ ZAX, I like them but they have done what I needed from them and now I'm ready to upgrade, I'm looking at the Tangzu Hayday or the Aful performer 5, but now I don't know if the planer or the dd system is better for me, and the only KZreads I can find explaining the differences are 5-7 years old and so much has happened in that time anybody got any advice, anything would be helpful, the plan is to use them for gaming on a PC, and listing to music when I go on hikes, I mostly listen to Lofi music

Hi, is it worth it to upgrade to moondrop dusk blessing 2 from tangzu heyday?

Well looking for iem after 6 months what will you suggest?❤❤❤❤under 20$

is the aful performer 5 a considerable upgrade from the tangzu heyday?

How Dunu Titan S stands compared to Hexa?