Seeing you talk about these guilty pleasure IEM I can really see the passion for IEMs in you eye. I'm still playing around 200$ IEMa and yet have found my endgame. Mostly collect around $50 IEM. Also my guilty pleasure IEM is the Shuoer Tape Pro. Some people may hate it, some may love it.
I've used Etymotics since the 90s they've been amazing. I've tried other IEMs and the fit is just difficult. The easy way is to put a drop of water on your finger touch the flanges and insert with a slight turn and you will forget you have anything in your ears. It's also the reason I have retained my hearing for so long.
I think the more sets you listen to and collect, the more you tend to start preferring gears with a distinct character to them. There's only so many neutral and balanced sets you'd go through before it starts getting repetitive and boring. Audio gear is a fun hobby because there's so many different ways to enjoy your favorite music after all. My guilty pleasure would be the Kinera Imperial Skuld. It doesn't have competent dynamics and it's a very colored sound, but there's a satisfying thickness to the notes in the midrange that gives this beefy yet articulate character that I haven't heard in any other sets I've tried.
Several of those serve different purposes. Analytical vs best in class bass etc. I wouldn't pit something like the Z1R against the Anole VX, as they each offer a high performing option with a different philosophy of use. It would be like comparing the best off-road vehicle with the fastest sports car. They are both excellent at one thing that the other is useless at.
I have the Etymotic ER2XR and ER4XR. They both sound absolutely amazing if you can get over feeling like you're about to give youself a home lobotomy every time you shove them WAY in there...
Sharur is a big fan of the ER2SE. He's an IEM reviewer that takes strong and controversial stances on various audio topics. He also goes into deeper detail on audio engineering aspects.
I already own Moondrop Aria wired earphones, and now I'm looking for a compensatory wireless TWS I got around and found two names 1. LYPERTEK TEVI PUREPLAY Z3 2. Realme Buds Air 3 Any of these two good enough? Or can you suggest me any other, please.
Earfun free pro 2 + Oluv Gadgets EQ, AKG N400NC or Galaxy buds Pro. I only have the Earfun free pro 2 (always have cupom to buy it, search for it), really good with Oluvs EQ (but you cant change back to the original EQ, be aware). AKG N400NC and Galaxy Buds pro everyone talks good things about it. I also have Moondrop Aria BTW., still love the Pro 2 + EQ. And when i say EQ its direct on the firmware, can change 1 time and them forget about it. Some people dont like EQ, i also, but on every single one TWS they already have fabric EQ on it, with DSP correction, soo yeah… you would only be changing it.
U don't go MEST to Anole VX. Everyone knows you start at B2:Dusk than straight to Anole VX and then Elysian Annihilator for true TOTL details. Why am I suddenly homeless?
1. Kinera IDUN (the OG) : my 2nd proper IEM and my first hybrid. not the best tonally, but its really nice to use 2. FiiO FA7: the IEM i like to laugh at, but it has a rather unique quality to be super warm and embracing 3. Audio Technica ATH IM70: My first proper IEM and an absolute joy to use. Trying to find one 2nd hand now as the current set i have broke
I would like to buy new iem for the first time, i like bass music, i am confused with, timeless 7hz,ikko oh10, blessing 2 dusk, moondrop variation, which one is gonna suit me, please recommend
3:24 No No, you had it there , under 300 it is the best IEM. The tuning of 7hz is flawed in almost every way somewhere a little(BASS) somewhere a lot(Mid and Treble). ER2SE is work of art, Leonardo Da Vinci drawn its FR response from 20-20K Hz. (f, and only if you are looking for PERFECT & NEAR PERFECT tuning that any IEM could ever have.)
The tuning is really, really pretty. It looks like it was drawn. Unfortunately, in my experience, it's just not suitable for my library. The driver just seems like it's unable to keep up with the pace. Plus the deep, intrusive fit. It's wearable in my ears and the isolation is just satisfying, but I can't wear them for more than 40 minutes. 1+ hour on a lucky day. But again, the FR is just so beautiful
I’m considering picking up some er2se’s and I’m hoping that the fit issue is easier to adapt to because it is probably similar to high quality earplugs
I have mest OG bought it foe $650 im never selling it cause it’s discontinued and rare The stage and imaging is amazing! I got a super deep fit and instruments move across the stage !
I can make the ER2SE sound about identical to the Timeless. 2 db cut at 2750 hz, low shelf boost 300 hz and below 2 db, and high shelf boost 2 db at 9000 hz. Fit is still tolerable for only 1 hour for me though.
@@vitorherold Reducing the excessive 2.75K peak is necessary to make a live album sound authentic and like when I was at the recording of the live album.
They are both neck and neck in terms of detail and soundstage. The monarch is a little more analytical and a little more "airy" in its presentation, so music that isnt recorded really well sounds bad. The Mest MKII got quite a bit more energy in its replay. You can listen to nearly everything on it. So it depends on your preferences.
I swear that guy must have a giant ER2XR statue in his room and he worships the statue by doing a ritual in which he takes other IEMs and throws them in a fire.
Has anyone tried rose technics iems? Their qt9 MK2 has been pushed down to around 220 bucks and looks like a good deal. They're supposed to be a blessing 2 competitor but it's not talked about much
all my 2nd hand IEMs I got for like 80% their original price are currently my guilty pleasures. they're far from great when compared to the offerings of today, but I like the unique charm it has. that includes the Thieaudio Legacy 3, Moondrop Kanas Pro, BGVP DM6, and Tansio Mirai TSMR-3 Pro
Where do you buy second hand iems? Trough physical friends or internet?As someone living in an undevrloped country where the dollar gets pricier everyday would be awesome to find second hand stuff
you probably got a bad pair of heart mirror. that iem is very detailed. or maybe you havent burned it enough. i believe i burned my hm for like 150 hours to hear its full potential
@@giladkingsley Be more specific. You can also say they are not even In-Ear. I'm still +1 for them being lightweight open-backs for $25 that sound fine to me.
@@elypeachy3296 OLA is step below SSR, around Ikko OH2 , while SSR technicalities in on par with Aria in my opinion. OLA detail is good for the price but definitely not up to par to the Aria.
Seeing you talk about these guilty pleasure IEM I can really see the passion for IEMs in you eye. I'm still playing around 200$ IEMa and yet have found my endgame. Mostly collect around $50 IEM. Also my guilty pleasure IEM is the Shuoer Tape Pro. Some people may hate it, some may love it.
Sim, ouvi dizer que era pessimo o tape pro. O que voce gosta nele?
I've used Etymotics since the 90s they've been amazing.
I've tried other IEMs and the fit is just difficult.
The easy way is to put a drop of water on your finger touch the flanges and insert with a slight turn and you will forget you have anything in your ears.
It's also the reason I have retained my hearing for so long.
I think the more sets you listen to and collect, the more you tend to start preferring gears with a distinct character to them. There's only so many neutral and balanced sets you'd go through before it starts getting repetitive and boring. Audio gear is a fun hobby because there's so many different ways to enjoy your favorite music after all.
My guilty pleasure would be the Kinera Imperial Skuld. It doesn't have competent dynamics and it's a very colored sound, but there's a satisfying thickness to the notes in the midrange that gives this beefy yet articulate character that I haven't heard in any other sets I've tried.
er2se is amazing. I kept trying to find a reason to send them back but I just couldn't. Perfect musical reproduction. A must have. Buy em.
How do you like these compared to the Er4xr?
FDX1 has some of the best neutral bass I've heard. Extends very deep and sounds pretty effortless, almost like drums glide over the top of the track.
I’d love to see a shootout video of TOTL. VX, Mest MK2, U12T, IER Z1R, Monarch MK2, etc
Several of those serve different purposes. Analytical vs best in class bass etc. I wouldn't pit something like the Z1R against the Anole VX, as they each offer a high performing option with a different philosophy of use. It would be like comparing the best off-road vehicle with the fastest sports car. They are both excellent at one thing that the other is useless at.
Talks about the heart mirror, but links to the heart mirror PRO, solid job.
I have the Etymotic ER2XR and ER4XR. They both sound absolutely amazing if you can get over feeling like you're about to give youself a home lobotomy every time you shove them WAY in there...
Hi - I have the ER2SE and am looking at the ER4XR
Is there much difference between them?
@@pianoplayer7899 the ER2SE will have a more accurate response, while the ER4XR will have slightly enhanced bass.
Tin hifi P1, i have no clue why but i just love these, get it on a good powerful amp and the clarity is frickin amazing.
its really weird, literally everyone is praising the detail level on the heart mirror yet timmy said the opposite
I loved all the etymotics I've ever had they are on another level.
The Sharur effect in full force :')
What does that mean?
Sharur is a big fan of the ER2SE. He's an IEM reviewer that takes strong and controversial stances on various audio topics. He also goes into deeper detail on audio engineering aspects.
# 5: Dollar tree earbuds
# 4: oBravo Cupid
# 3: Moondrop SSR w/ 10+ dB mids EQ
# 2: Raycon Buds w/ 20 dB+ dB bass EQ
# 1: oBravo Ra-cu
Sees date: I see.
"Gained +1 respect from Sharur"
Fun fact, 7 hz timeless is on sale for 197 right now making it the best iem for under 200
The qc issues though…
Best iem under 200 is etymotic er2se...
@@lukabosnjak3829 right now it's the 7hz timeless
@@squishypeanut42 Etymotic er2se is the best iem under any price...
That's a sale. Wtf?
I'm using this heart mirror..and this is the best technical earphone under 50 dollar...I love it more than mele, chu, t3 plus
I already own Moondrop Aria wired earphones, and now I'm looking for a compensatory wireless TWS I got around and found two names
1. LYPERTEK TEVI PUREPLAY Z3
2. Realme Buds Air 3
Any of these two good enough? Or can you suggest me any other, please.
Earfun free pro 2 + Oluv Gadgets EQ, AKG N400NC or Galaxy buds Pro.
I only have the Earfun free pro 2 (always have cupom to buy it, search for it), really good with Oluvs EQ (but you cant change back to the original EQ, be aware).
AKG N400NC and Galaxy Buds pro everyone talks good things about it.
I also have Moondrop Aria BTW., still love the Pro 2 + EQ. And when i say EQ its direct on the firmware, can change 1 time and them forget about it. Some people dont like EQ, i also, but on every single one TWS they already have fabric EQ on it, with DSP correction, soo yeah… you would only be changing it.
U don't go MEST to Anole VX.
Everyone knows you start at B2:Dusk than straight to Anole VX and then Elysian Annihilator for true TOTL details.
Why am I suddenly homeless?
Hi Timmy! Ever heard of the Veedix Silver string? I've heard a lot of great things from those.
1. Kinera IDUN (the OG) : my 2nd proper IEM and my first hybrid. not the best tonally, but its really nice to use
2. FiiO FA7: the IEM i like to laugh at, but it has a rather unique quality to be super warm and embracing
3. Audio Technica ATH IM70: My first proper IEM and an absolute joy to use. Trying to find one 2nd hand now as the current set i have broke
I would like to buy new iem for the first time, i like bass music, i am confused with, timeless 7hz,ikko oh10, blessing 2 dusk, moondrop variation, which one is gonna suit me, please recommend
variations or oh10 👍
Do you think the Etymotic ER2XR move well with a FiiO KA5?
3:24 No No, you had it there , under 300 it is the best IEM. The tuning of 7hz is flawed in almost every way somewhere a little(BASS) somewhere a lot(Mid and Treble). ER2SE is work of art, Leonardo Da Vinci drawn its FR response from 20-20K Hz.
(f, and only if you are looking for PERFECT & NEAR PERFECT tuning that any IEM could ever have.)
The tuning is really, really pretty. It looks like it was drawn. Unfortunately, in my experience, it's just not suitable for my library. The driver just seems like it's unable to keep up with the pace. Plus the deep, intrusive fit. It's wearable in my ears and the isolation is just satisfying, but I can't wear them for more than 40 minutes. 1+ hour on a lucky day. But again, the FR is just so beautiful
If you give it a great source er2se easily competes with 1000 dollar iems. Best of course in balanced mode.
yeah the etys er2se can definitely compete within the 300 usd price category.
They can compete and probably win in any category...
Etyomotic Rocksssss !!! I love etymotic
Heart mirror with foam tips
Glad to see a kinera here. 😉😉 Nice vid as always tim. 😎😎
I’m considering picking up some er2se’s and I’m hoping that the fit issue is easier to adapt to because it is probably similar to high quality earplugs
Great Video!
Unfortunately it’s a lot harder to find the fdx1 for MSRP nowadays and the fd01 isn’t quite as good.
Fdx1 is the fd01 with more filters. You might be able to find the fdx1 filters.
Anole vx vs u12t.which one do you recommend
The qdc anole v14 is better than odin???
I have mest OG bought it foe $650 im never selling it cause it’s discontinued and rare
The stage and imaging is amazing! I got a super deep fit and instruments move across the stage !
I really want you to do a IEMs list for gaming as closed back headphones for gaming are super expensive.
We all have our favorites….☕️🥓👍
Hi, could anyone please tell if aria will be better than Sony XM4 headphones? Just considerering the sound quality alone🧐
Truthear hexa
3:12 bruh I'm scared of the eartips staying in my ear canal and needing surgery to take them out
No way they will stay in your ear, eartips will rather clean your ears and pull everything else out...
I can make the ER2SE sound about identical to the Timeless. 2 db cut at 2750 hz, low shelf boost 300 hz and below 2 db, and high shelf boost 2 db at 9000 hz. Fit is still tolerable for only 1 hour for me though.
Why would u do that though? Makes no sense
@@vitorherold Reducing the excessive 2.75K peak is necessary to make a live album sound authentic and like when I was at the recording of the live album.
@@carltonhobbs i see...
why havent you reviewed the VR3000 from Final brand? are they bad? someone haves them?
Between the UM MEST mk2 and Monarch mk2 which one has better soundstage and detail?
They are both neck and neck in terms of detail and soundstage. The monarch is a little more analytical and a little more "airy" in its presentation, so music that isnt recorded really well sounds bad. The Mest MKII got quite a bit more energy in its replay. You can listen to nearly everything on it.
So it depends on your preferences.
I havent recieved the iem but W+G T2 looks promising for orchastera and acoustic music
"Sharur will remember this"
I swear that guy must have a giant ER2XR statue in his room and he worships the statue by doing a ritual in which he takes other IEMs and throws them in a fire.
@@Weareonenation303 not the XR. the SE only. And what he says is correct, kind of. He exaggerates a lot but he's correct
that guy's so braindead ngl
@@LuisC7 Watching Sharur videos shrinks my brain size to micro penis size.
But thankfully, a good dose of Crinacle returns my brain back to normal.
@@LuisC7 He ruined headphones for me. Got the ER2SE on the way.
On the heartmirror put a filter and IT gets netter
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Has anyone tried rose technics iems? Their qt9 MK2 has been pushed down to around 220 bucks and looks like a good deal. They're supposed to be a blessing 2 competitor but it's not talked about much
all my 2nd hand IEMs I got for like 80% their original price are currently my guilty pleasures. they're far from great when compared to the offerings of today, but I like the unique charm it has. that includes the Thieaudio Legacy 3, Moondrop Kanas Pro, BGVP DM6, and Tansio Mirai TSMR-3 Pro
Where do you buy second hand iems? Trough physical friends or internet?As someone living in an undevrloped country where the dollar gets pricier everyday would be awesome to find second hand stuff
Can someone please tell me the song at the end of his video?
Please review Hidizs mm2
mine is Kbear neon
you probably got a bad pair of heart mirror. that iem is very detailed. or maybe you havent burned it enough. i believe i burned my hm for like 150 hours to hear its full potential
7HZ Timeless
Koss KSC75
Oh god, no. Why TF did I buy these two
+1 for KSC75
@@elypeachy3296 it has audible distortion
@@giladkingsley Be more specific. You can also say they are not even In-Ear. I'm still +1 for them being lightweight open-backs for $25 that sound fine to me.
@@elypeachy3296 I was quite specific, they have audible distortion
TC-01
Easily end-game that checks every box except durability. Got melee or olina to compare them to?
The Ola is a fixed SSR
Bass extension is not as good as SSR imo. Otherwise its a step in right direction.
@@raikenninja4843 supposedly ssr more technical while ola average?
@@elypeachy3296 OLA is step below SSR, around Ikko OH2 , while SSR technicalities in on par with Aria in my opinion. OLA detail is good for the price but definitely not up to par to the Aria.
I feel like you rarely recommend the aria...
👍 niuce
Timeless sucks!
why?
Hey man tell me this is still etymotic is best under $100