@@ConsecDesign 1 is not enough to cover what could be considered the “best iem” for the price when there are so many different sound signatures. 3 would be great because then we would have the options of bass neutral and treble
Number one iem in the world I have heard, which almost brought me to tears (not literally) is the Subtonic Storm. Words cannot describe. I struggled describing it because it's just, flavour less but yet so emotional. Sound is sound as it is in real life. That to me is called perfection in tonality. If you ever get a chance to try it, jump on it.
might get hate for this but i actually prefer kz edx pro (not x) over the zero red, i dont understand the hype with the zero blue or red but to each their own i guess
@@weeduck9579 totally understandable... KZ has a reputation. Can't ignore they've put out loads of good sounding IEMs but people see the name and the very low price and ignore them. Just goes to show how easy it actually is to make good sounding IEMs by placing a DD in a shell.
@@Okamine depends what tuning you want. As technically they are not stunning at this price. Wan'er is more balanced, neutral with some detail. Chu is mid-bass focused, mids are a little suppressed, I didn't like it because of masking in the highs. Zero red overall is very smooth, bass focused but to me the upper mids and treble were too smoothed with nothing shining out. From my collection of budget IEMs (PR2, chu2, zero red, qkz hbb, blon jojo, blon BL03, 7hz sonus) if I were to own just one it would be BL03. Big bass balanced with a sparkly treble!
@@fumo1000 I'll get the Wan'er then, I prefer neutral, balanced and detail among others (maybe sound staging too, but that's too much at this price point). Thanks!
Surprised and happy to see that the Sa6 ultra (n°156) i bought is still one of the best even if i still enjoy it. Very good quality product and comfortable. I love the QKZ HBB too a very good bassy iem for only 16$ but less comfrtable because of its bigger nozzle.
@@equiknox_ are they tuned similarly? I thought the em6l had more rolled of treble and a higher midbass lift? Narrower soundstage too? I could be remembering wrong
@@Gizaudio I bought it because I had been looking at maybe getting the hype 4, but I decided to just go for my current endgame set and save up for the monarch 3. Getting the P5 for under $200 on the spring sale was just too good to pass up lol
I'll just waiting until someone make a budget Elysian Annihilator or Gaea, it doesn't need to have the same treble or details, just close enough graph I would be very happy if it exist.
Do the zero reds compare to the OG(blue version) crinnacle zeros? If I upgrade from the OG’s it will likely to be something in a higher price bracket but I would like to know anyway.
Hi I don’t have an IEM recommendation for ya, but I have tried the Bluetooth IEM cables and they work great! You are taking a very very big source quality hit though, so you likely wont get a ton of value pairing them with an amazing IEM.
I have them and I disagree fully. The wan'er is significantly more balanced and even if they were to cost $5-10 more than the chu 2 I'd go with the wan'er
@@hartyewh1 I can see that. For the chu 2 and me, the sub-bass impacts the lower mid range too much for my tastes and ears. It might just be due to how resolving my other iem’s are, so when I’m in a situation where I use my chu 2 they sound bad to me. I have them in my backpack as a backup when I commute
$1k range has so much good competition.. If you were to pick a stand out in $1k territory, what would it be? Very informative, appreciate these kind of video, especially with sets that are lesser known :) Thanks 🙏
@ZReviews push Dunu to release the SA6 ultra again! Make it different colors or something to make it different than the limited edition run. I want them real bad!
The conch is basically a better zero red. It's 35 dollars with abt as much value if not more than the zero red. With different tuning nozzles that actually differentiate the sound
they have 2 different tunings...conch (similar with ew200 and has a slight improvement on the technical aspect) has a bright tuning and Red is quite dark and does have the ief neutral tuning. But one thing is for sure conch can be considered a sub 100 usd iem.
I just started in the iem, but I started out oddly. My friend lent me his Trailli for a while. And then I obviously couldn't afford a pair so I got the truthear reds and they're good. But then he gifted me the UM FS. I just ordered the NicehK Himalaya I'm waiting to receiving them. Obviously nothing is as good as The UM FS but I like to experience different sound profiles.
I tried searching TH-cam to see if you'd reviewed the Empire Ears Raven yet, but didn't see anything from you yet. They have _tactile transducers_ in them, and are allegedly incredibly fun while also being incredibly revealing. Do you have any thoughts on them, Gizaudio?
@@tedidaniels8302 bassy - cca rhapsody or trio Vocals - Rhapsody for male. EPZ Q1 Pro - female. Male is also nice just less husky. Both of these destroy the waner in term of technicality.
Top level for me goes to the Alpha/Omega: OMEGA! I have the Elysian Annihilator 2023 Titanium, and 27 other IEM's and headphones and none of them sound as beautiful as the Omega's. They are very hard to find but if you get a chance to try them, I think it will be love ! :)
I have some question. I remember the film about iems that being good for classical music and there were sa6 and monarch mkii. How is it now? Monarch mkii is significantly better than sa6 mkii (I mean specially for classical music, in details, resolution, separation etc.(I like listening symphonies, so those aspects are important for me)) or maybe this difference is not too big now? Maybe some new film about great iems for classical music?
What do you consider is the best for gaming and a mic? specially for a smaller ear. I use samsung bud pro 2 and it hurts my ear after a couple of hours.
ngl, best gaming headset if you want in something in sub $100 is Koss KSC75. As for a mic, it really doesn't matter because the games' intercoms will compress it and it never sounds good on discord, neither. Might as well embrace the funny and get an xbox mic from 2007 LOL
What’d be the best for gaming you’d say? I’m tired of headsets and need one for competitive gaming, maybe a video worthy content since a lot of people are switching to IEMS for competitive games like valorant/cs
Dude, there's only one or two spot for each price, of course most IEMs won't make the list. If I include all the options I get suggested in the comments I would have 5-10 "best" per price. Which is not the point of the video.
Hi everyone, I'm new to the IEM space, when getting something like the truthear zero x crinacle, would a DAC be necessary? I'm thinking of switching from my Logitech G Pro headset as it's quite fatiguing on my head, and want to try IEM's. I could plug into the dongle I have for my G pro headset and use G hub (idk if that's very frowned upon but it seems like it should work) or as another alternative I could buy an extension cable to plug directly into the back of my b450 gaming ROG motherboard. Anyone got any advice? PS. sorry if I'm speaking of horrible unspoken things haha, I'm new :)
You don’t need DAC for that… DAC is like extra power for your IEM if you want extra sound/knob to blast your ear, or if you think its still to low for your preference. Just plug and play is already good (for me)
why didnt you mention ARTTI R2 Iems which are one of the best in 50 dollar catagory...if u have not reviewed yet plz make a review and share how it performs against zero red
Pula PA02, CLKVX D41, Sliivo SL41, Juzear 41T... At this point I don't even care anymore if they actually are all sub-brands that refer to Myer Audio or else (I wouldn't be surprised if as we are talking about it they are preparing another twin set to be released on the market lol)... In doubt, I just got a pair. At 130€ on sale this last few days they were a no-brainer buy, can't wait to try them once they arrive (I just hope they will fit my ears well, being some sort of a "chonky Performer 5")...
@@Uma_Stellar I mean, even the most outrageous wood fired oven place with the most lavish ambiance charges about 9$ for a large pizza. Ig prices vary across different countries though
Hi sir im struggling for almost a month which to choose: tanchjim origin, sivga nightangle, hidisz mp145. Im moving forward to upgrade my current iems are : simgot ew200, tangzu waner, tanchjim zero, kz d-fi. Is it worth it if i upgrade?😢 please help me to decide.
Next, how about making ''Second best IEMs at every price range". I'd love to watch
lol
Second bests also know as the "all time loosers" aka no one wants because there is something better.
Worst IEM at every price range
What about third best? Need to be made too?
@@mr.smithers8435^ this
my suggestion would be put at least 3 iem under each price bracket , 1 is not enough
then its not number one best for its price, no?
1 is not enough for what?
@@ConsecDesign 1 is not enough to cover what could be considered the “best iem” for the price when there are so many different sound signatures. 3 would be great because then we would have the options of bass neutral and treble
@@vansion2510so then, top 3?
then how tf would it be "best"?
I'd suggest you to make such video with suggestions of different types of sound signatures for each price range.
The storm is also discontinued, the version that is going to go for sale again will be different. As for the sa6mk2, you should try the sliivo slt6
The shell will be made slightly differently, not hand painted anymore, perhaps different design. Otherwise it should be the same IEM
Confirmed this with the owners at CanJam SG. Only the faceplate is downgraded and simplified to keep costs down. Everything else is the same.
Number one iem in the world I have heard, which almost brought me to tears (not literally) is the Subtonic Storm. Words cannot describe. I struggled describing it because it's just, flavour less but yet so emotional. Sound is sound as it is in real life. That to me is called perfection in tonality. If you ever get a chance to try it, jump on it.
Heres my list (each price point has a noticeable upgrade) :Chu 2 DSP, ew200, hexa, chopin, hype 4/studio4, ejo7m/supernova, helios/crimson, u12t/cadenza 12, annihilator, subtonic storm/7th acoustics asteria.
Which is better chopin or origin? 🥺
Ew200 or EM6L?? Also EM6L or hexa??
What's your take on canpur 622b?
Here I humbly request an update for the “Best IEMs for Metal” tier list :)
It's on the list of videos I'll do soon!
"I aint paying that" 🤣🤣🤣
Best for me: under $50: Tanya DSP, under $100: Olina SE, under $150: Acoustune RS One.
I don't rank the zero red that highly.... it's just bland and has no detail. Prefer the Wan'er over it. Definitely agree the SA6 is fantastic
might get hate for this but i actually prefer kz edx pro (not x) over the zero red, i dont understand the hype with the zero blue or red but to each their own i guess
@@weeduck9579 totally understandable... KZ has a reputation. Can't ignore they've put out loads of good sounding IEMs but people see the name and the very low price and ignore them. Just goes to show how easy it actually is to make good sounding IEMs by placing a DD in a shell.
Hmmm I was almost going to buy the zero red. Coming the chu, do you think the wan’er is an upgrade over all or most aspect?
@@Okamine depends what tuning you want. As technically they are not stunning at this price. Wan'er is more balanced, neutral with some detail. Chu is mid-bass focused, mids are a little suppressed, I didn't like it because of masking in the highs. Zero red overall is very smooth, bass focused but to me the upper mids and treble were too smoothed with nothing shining out.
From my collection of budget IEMs (PR2, chu2, zero red, qkz hbb, blon jojo, blon BL03, 7hz sonus) if I were to own just one it would be BL03. Big bass balanced with a sparkly treble!
@@fumo1000 I'll get the Wan'er then, I prefer neutral, balanced and detail among others (maybe sound staging too, but that's too much at this price point). Thanks!
Surprised and happy to see that the Sa6 ultra (n°156) i bought is still one of the best even if i still enjoy it. Very good quality product and comfortable. I love the QKZ HBB too a very good bassy iem for only 16$ but less comfrtable because of its bigger nozzle.
i have both the red and Studio4. agree with this list.
Simgot - EW200 or Zero Red?
I didn't like the truthear zero red at all, I thought the ew200 is much better
I agree 💯. Had the Zero: 2 and was lame tuning, the ew200 totally destroyed it. Crinacle EQ is overrated
I have just bought the tangzu wan'er...
If the truthear zero series is unwearable due to nozzle size, what would you advise in that bracket?
EM6L
@@equiknox_ are they tuned similarly? I thought the em6l had more rolled of treble and a higher midbass lift? Narrower soundstage too? I could be remembering wrong
I heard that the canpur cp622b is very similar to the subtonic storm, maybe you could try it if there is a demo unit xD incredible video btw
my friend has cp622b and it sounds amazing tho, but idk about the storm. I only have symphonium meteor 😂
Hey Timmy
Do you know any good replacement tips for the Galaxy Buds 2 pro?
the spinfit omni if they fit. i use them on my oneplus buds
I literally just got my Aful P5's in today and they sound fantastic! Really hit that balance I tend to like quite well
It's still amazing man! Don't let this list deter you
@@Gizaudio I bought it because I had been looking at maybe getting the hype 4, but I decided to just go for my current endgame set and save up for the monarch 3. Getting the P5 for under $200 on the spring sale was just too good to pass up lol
Will you be trying out the SL41 from Myer Audio as well? 2:48
Which iem is better for FPS game to determine the footsteps accuracy in the game like valorant/cs2?
Please, everyone know what song in 8:40 ?
The perfect video I was waiting for. Wanted to upgrade from my tangzu wan’er and was looking for around 100 dollars.
isn't there any best iem just below 100$ but above 80 or 90 dollars or the red zero is better even than the more expensive ones
I'll just waiting until someone make a budget Elysian Annihilator or Gaea, it doesn't need to have the same treble or details, just close enough graph I would be very happy if it exist.
I'm waiting for that as well. People talking about Elysian Pilgrim being close to Anni maybe
Don't wait. EQ
Do the zero reds compare to the OG(blue version) crinnacle zeros? If I upgrade from the OG’s it will likely to be something in a higher price bracket but I would like to know anyway.
How's salnotes zero 2 compared to ziigats nuo
... Where are the Simgot EA500LM❔
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What’s better for gaming?Tangzu wanner or kz castor?
Truthear hexa?
I am searching for very low-profile IEMs to wear underneath a helmet. Any recommendations? (Bonus points for Bluetooth connectivity).
Hi I don’t have an IEM recommendation for ya, but I have tried the Bluetooth IEM cables and they work great! You are taking a very very big source quality hit though, so you likely wont get a ton of value pairing them with an amazing IEM.
Moondrop Chu 2 both in build as well as Sound is the best under 20$
Chu 2 DSP is even better.
What's Even better and kinda overkill i.e. 4.4 Balance Cable with a DAC @@hartyewh1
I have them and I disagree fully. The wan'er is significantly more balanced and even if they were to cost $5-10 more than the chu 2 I'd go with the wan'er
@@GoufinAround_ To me they sound a bit messy and cheap somehow. Like CCA CRA in a way (not tuning).
@@hartyewh1 I can see that. For the chu 2 and me, the sub-bass impacts the lower mid range too much for my tastes and ears. It might just be due to how resolving my other iem’s are, so when I’m in a situation where I use my chu 2 they sound bad to me. I have them in my backpack as a backup when I commute
😅😅😅😅Yep that right… it’s less than a pizza 😂😂😂😂😂
$1k range has so much good competition..
If you were to pick a stand out in $1k territory, what would it be?
Very informative, appreciate these kind of video, especially with sets that are lesser known :)
Thanks 🙏
@ZReviews push Dunu to release the SA6 ultra again! Make it different colors or something to make it different than the limited edition run. I want them real bad!
Any iem that has usb c cable?
The conch is basically a better zero red. It's 35 dollars with abt as much value if not more than the zero red. With different tuning nozzles that actually differentiate the sound
they have 2 different tunings...conch (similar with ew200 and has a slight improvement on the technical aspect) has a bright tuning and Red is quite dark and does have the ief neutral tuning. But one thing is for sure conch can be considered a sub 100 usd iem.
Studio4 & SA6 MK2 ❤❤❤
Got my Zero Red because of you and loving it. TY!
Any recommendations for IEM TWS in different price ranges?
Lol you have DUSK as favorite IEM on the desc 😂
dusk discontinued tho. I forgot the change the default description lol
the sa6 mk2 dethroned the variations and xenn top from the 500+ category?
Variations was never #1, and Xenns Top is too lively for Timmy.
@@RaduOprina he had them both as his top picks for that price prior to this video
So not sure where you are getting those ideas from
I bought the tangzu waner @ $7
Bro what will be good for mobile gamming accurate footstep and positional sound under 100 dollar to 20 dollar
@Gizaudio what about simgot ea500 lm? Where does it stand in this list and if not then why?
what happened to the performer 5? are the other 100-200 iems better?
I think reviewers preferred the pula pa02 and cklvx over that one
@@fumo1000 👍 thanks
I just started in the iem, but I started out oddly. My friend lent me his Trailli for a while. And then I obviously couldn't afford a pair so I got the truthear reds and they're good. But then he gifted me the UM FS. I just ordered the NicehK Himalaya I'm waiting to receiving them. Obviously nothing is as good as The UM FS but I like to experience different sound profiles.
I tried searching TH-cam to see if you'd reviewed the Empire Ears Raven yet, but didn't see anything from you yet. They have _tactile transducers_ in them, and are allegedly incredibly fun while also being incredibly revealing. Do you have any thoughts on them, Gizaudio?
So many iem that destroys the tangzu wan'er under 50 nowadays.
Recommend some in each category.
1) Bassy 2) Vocals
Like?
@@tedidaniels8302 bassy - cca rhapsody or trio
Vocals - Rhapsody for male. EPZ Q1 Pro - female. Male is also nice just less husky.
Both of these destroy the waner in term of technicality.
@@RetroChibii conch, epz q1 pro, epz Q5, cca rhapsody, cca trio, just to name a few
@@tedidaniels8302 bassy - cca rhapsody,
Vocal - EPZ Q1 Pro.
hi I've a question which are better under 100$
red zero or truthear hexa
thankyou
what iem sounds similair or even better than hyperx cloud headsets? my budget is 50+/-
thnx man my tangzu is coming to my home at 2 April 😊😊
how's the bass/treble? Is it good for both gaming and listening to music?
Is variation a good buy?
You got iem that don’t decompose?
Top level for me goes to the Alpha/Omega: OMEGA! I have the Elysian Annihilator 2023 Titanium, and 27 other IEM's and headphones and none of them sound as beautiful as the Omega's. They are very hard to find but if you get a chance to try them, I think it will be love ! :)
For 20$, is the Tangzu WanEr better than truthear hola or moondrop chu 2?
I have some question. I remember the film about iems that being good for classical music and there were sa6 and monarch mkii. How is it now? Monarch mkii is significantly better than sa6 mkii (I mean specially for classical music, in details, resolution, separation etc.(I like listening symphonies, so those aspects are important for me)) or maybe this difference is not too big now?
Maybe some new film about great iems for classical music?
What do you consider is the best for gaming and a mic? specially for a smaller ear. I use samsung bud pro 2 and it hurts my ear after a couple of hours.
ngl, best gaming headset if you want in something in sub $100 is Koss KSC75. As for a mic, it really doesn't matter because the games' intercoms will compress it and it never sounds good on discord, neither. Might as well embrace the funny and get an xbox mic from 2007 LOL
Just get the truthear zero red and an iem cable with a mic.
I tried to find where to order and hifiGO says they’re waiting on more should I wait for the D41? Or go with another option
I miss two important IEM's: Chopin and Galileo
Love the Tanchjim Origin, vocals on aria and 7hz zero sound relatively boxy compared to origin.
Man I was about to pull the trigger on the annihilator but you talked me out of it. Why do they keep discontinuing good products!
LEE, IF YOU ARE READING THIS... PLEASE BRING BACK THE ANNIHILATOR 2021. IT SOUNDS SO GOOOOOOOODDDDDDD
2023 version is very good as well. I’ve tried both and actually prefer the 2023 version
Can u do a planar iems top? Xd could be ineresting
which one for gaming?
Please, Make A List Of IEM's For Listening Details At Every Price
What’d be the best for gaming you’d say?
I’m tired of headsets and need one for competitive gaming, maybe a video worthy content since a lot of people are switching to IEMS for competitive games like valorant/cs
go for headphone if youre on limited budget, smth like jh7 or ie600 required for best gaming experience, which are not cheap
what about the Moondrop x Crinical Dusk, the one with 2dd+2ba+2planar, would that be a good choice for under $500?
I don't see you mention Oriveti in your list
I had purchased the zero red but man the sound was so low. I had to use atleast 70% for normal video. Maybe I got a defective one? 🤔
Isn't the Origin just the Kato which is now just the Aria 2?
How about truthear zero red vs truthear nova?
how about a rank list for competitive fps?
Howbout hidizs mp145?😢
What about the 7hz timeless?
Where do you place hexa?? I heard they are very good.
Did you try ostry kc06a ? Is it better than tangzu water. ?
Not for music
Just for fps games
I've got the wan ers, but been itching to get something new
Are moondrop 2s, holas or zero 2s any good?
Truthear red or hexa, which is better?
hmm theres no Aful p5 or p8 ? nor Hype 2 and my almost end game hype4,
seems rushed
Dude, there's only one or two spot for each price, of course most IEMs won't make the list. If I include all the options I get suggested in the comments I would have 5-10 "best" per price. Which is not the point of the video.
7:17 Well Actually THE OG Hidition Viento B Custom. is the Best IEM in the Entire world
Hi everyone, I'm new to the IEM space, when getting something like the truthear zero x crinacle, would a DAC be necessary? I'm thinking of switching from my Logitech G Pro headset as it's quite fatiguing on my head, and want to try IEM's. I could plug into the dongle I have for my G pro headset and use G hub (idk if that's very frowned upon but it seems like it should work) or as another alternative I could buy an extension cable to plug directly into the back of my b450 gaming ROG motherboard. Anyone got any advice?
PS. sorry if I'm speaking of horrible unspoken things haha, I'm new :)
You don’t need DAC for that… DAC is like extra power for your IEM if you want extra sound/knob to blast your ear, or if you think its still to low for your preference. Just plug and play is already good (for me)
please please exclude unabtainable iems from reviews
😂
Hello, this list also applies to Asmr? I want some good iems to enjoy ASMR
why didnt you mention ARTTI R2 Iems which are one of the best in 50 dollar catagory...if u have not reviewed yet plz make a review and share how it performs against zero red
I have three items all fiio,that's it,you can go broke with the cost of iems-the and it seems like a quest for the ultimate sound quality.
Could you please review the Hidizs MP145?
Pula PA02, CLKVX D41, Sliivo SL41, Juzear 41T... At this point I don't even care anymore if they actually are all sub-brands that refer to Myer Audio or else (I wouldn't be surprised if as we are talking about it they are preparing another twin set to be released on the market lol)... In doubt, I just got a pair. At 130€ on sale this last few days they were a no-brainer buy, can't wait to try them once they arrive (I just hope they will fit my ears well, being some sort of a "chonky Performer 5")...
“Less than a pizza” you’re getting ripped off
no dude he has great taste in pizza too lol
@@Uma_Stellar I mean, even the most outrageous wood fired oven place with the most lavish ambiance charges about 9$ for a large pizza. Ig prices vary across different countries though
@@TheRealTej lol was joking
what about moondrop may ?
My question is, which of these for under $200 have a mic?
Which are good for gaming?
Why is truthear nova not in the list?
If i use an iem as wan er, chu 2, conch in a laptop ¿do i need to use a dac/amp?
no
The end game throne will probably be vacant forever...if you know!
Hope you will one day try the Timsok Ts-316 :)
Red over hexa is nuts
Hi sir im struggling for almost a month which to choose: tanchjim origin, sivga nightangle, hidisz mp145.
Im moving forward to upgrade my current iems are : simgot ew200, tangzu waner, tanchjim zero, kz d-fi. Is it worth it if i upgrade?😢 please help me to decide.
For vocal music, which is better among your own iems?
@@Raimi.123 the wan er
@@nathz2020 Between the wan'er and the ew200, which do you prefer?
@@rampagingdaimaou3172 for me the wan er because ew200 is too bright for me.
the truthear nova isnt bad candidate too if you up the bass like 6db extra xd
The best musical IEM under 400 dollars please 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Guys i purchased moondrop chu 2 over salnotes zero 2. Is that a bad decision?
You are one of the best reviewer