Blon BL-03 Yinyoo Upgrade Cable Review - Worth Buying?

Here is my review of the Yinyoo upgrade cable designed specifically for the Blon BL-03.
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[@EnnTomi1]

tip to reshape the earhook, use an solder iron. to just soften it, ofc you can use lighter, just treat it as heat shrink, but just be very careful not burn it . (i use kapton tape first). not saying you should do it in this video, but just give out tips for ppl have problem with cables that doesnt have metal wires in it. or you can cut off that rubber shrink and put on your own heat shrink and embed wire in it.

[@VortexReviews1]

Thanks for the info Alan.

[@EnnTomi1]

@@VortexReviews1 my kz replacement cable doesnt fit well, and it really bothers me, after 5 mins DIY job, now it feels very good with my new zsx. !

[@VortexReviews1]

@@EnnTomi1 Nice one.

[@joshuapayne8811]

You can also use a hair drier or heat gun, to minimuze risk of burns.

[@EnnTomi1]

@@joshuapayne8811 heat gun is nice choice, hair dryer not so sure if hot enough. i use the smoke from the fire with tissues and kapton tape in between.

[@chacmool2581]

The problem with the BLON cable is not the BLON cable, but rather with the geometry and dimensions of the BLON lobes themselves. I am actually using the BLON cable with a KZ ZS10Pro without any problems. Why? Because that IEM was designed right as far as fitment goes. BLON, SCHBLON.

[@VortexReviews1]

Thanks for the feedback. The ZS10 Pro and the C10 both share great fitment and I might try the Blon cable on it.

[@backpain100]

Thanks for the link. I was able to find the replacement for mine. Love this headphones (and I have tried very expensive headphones before)

[@VortexReviews1]

No problem and glad you like them.

[@johnellison3173]

Tried several of these cables with the blon connectors and I hate the fit. Never had any issues when using a standard 2 pin 0.78 cable.

[@VortexReviews1]

I find that the Yinyoo cable is a better fit with the BL05 than the BL03 and the normal 8 core 2 pin 0.78 like you said is a better pairing with the BL03.

[@cdwizzerd]

i would rather just use a QDC cable with shaved down corners. i got one & it fits perfectly

[@VortexReviews1]

That is also an option if people want to modify the connectors.

[@zoranskibalatski]

Tripowin zoniE 3.5 QDC from linsoul. $15. Use a nail file to round off the corners in the blons. The gold cable looks really nice.

[@vidalskyociosen3326]

Wha tip you think best for Blon ? Mine always comes off.

[@VortexReviews1]

I just used the stock tips and had no issue. I think some folks used Spinfts but I have no experience with aftermarket tips.

[@dw1nn107]

Any recommendations for a good replacement cable with mic just like the stock one? Thanks!

[@VortexReviews1]

I don't use inline mic's but there should be some on AliExpress.

[@danilofernandez8310]

Si vale la pena 🤝

[@VortexReviews1]

Thank you.

[@MustangDesudiroz]

My blon has very weak highs and mids. Its not have good clarity. Did i got a detective one?? Or its just the sound sig? Smooth and bassy??

[@VortexReviews1]

Try different tips and cable. Make sure the vent is not blocked.

[@mediocritycentral]

To anyone here who has used HiFiHear cables, how does their 16core cable stack against Yinyoo's? Is it any good?

[@VortexReviews1]

A lot of these cables get made by the same manufacturer then get branded for each store / brand which will sell them.

[@kurtrussell2966]

Great video.. by the way do you know any cable that is similar to yinyoo but has a microphone on it. Thanks 😁

[@VortexReviews1]

Cheers Kurt and I am not sure but have a good luck on Amazon and AliExpress and look for the TFZ fitment as well I think that matches the connector type.

[@kurtrussell2966]

@@VortexReviews1 thank you for the recommendation sir 😁

[@VortexReviews1]

@@kurtrussell2966 No problem but make sure that the TFZ is the correct fitment as there are so many connection types these days.

[@kurtrussell2966]

@@VortexReviews1 yes i have been aware of the connectors 😁.. thanks for reminding 😁

[@VortexReviews1]

@@kurtrussell2966 No problem.

[@adnan_samyn]

Does yinyoo cable has microphone too?🥺

[@VortexReviews1]

This one does not.

[@antinato5285]

Which u like between yinyoo cable,kbear cable or trn t2 16core?

[@VortexReviews1]

I have never tried a kbear cable but the Yinyoo cables are nicely made and Trn T2 16 core is just behind it in quality.

[@fabriziolascano4922]

@@VortexReviews1 hi, wich you like between a yinyoo 6/8 cores or trn t2 16 cores?

[@VortexReviews1]

@@fabriziolascano4922 I prefer the 8 core Yinyoo. Slightly softer cable and slightly better made.

[@ruzlan369]

Nice detailed video. Does the cable improve the sound quality?

[@VortexReviews1]

To me they sound the same.

[@ruzlan369]

@@VortexReviews1 i see. thanks mate

[@inceptionsd]

I stripped that plastic wire from the stock cables, and the reason why it is so stiff is because there are actually TWO of them sticked one on top of another, so i had to remove one layer first, and then the second beneath it. So stupid..

[@VortexReviews1]

Such a poor design.

[@inceptionsd]

@@VortexReviews1 yeah, but now i have a perfect fit with stock, silicon pads. Removing those earhooks was IMO the main reason people struggle with the fit. Its not because of the short nozzle or bad tips, Its the orientation of the iem connectors. When worn without the cable, i realized that connectors sit at around 11 o clock/outward, but with cables its forcing the iem to go more like 2 o clock inward, hooks make a problem because then create leverage on your ear, forcing the iem out.

[@VortexReviews1]

@@inceptionsd I agree that that they did force them out my ears but I have a bunch of cables around as subsitutes.I think people have had issues with different cables and he short nozzle was giving them trouble.

[@inceptionsd]

@@VortexReviews1 Not sure, could be. But i had the same issues like everybody else until i had literally none now, despite the fact that im using them completely stock.

[@VortexReviews1]

@@inceptionsd Fair enough. I typically just use a 2 pin with them anyway.

[@adnan_samyn]

I am currently using blon 03 ! I want to know how long this last ? How much Durable earhead is? Pls answer , i have never seen anyone on youtube to give a review on blon 03 , affer using 2/3 years !!! Any idea , sir?? Thanks in advance

[@VortexReviews1]

I use this cable on the BL05s and still working fine. Also my BL03 is over 12 months and still working fine as well.

[@adnan_samyn]

thanks sir. For your reply ! Which one is better , blon 05s Or Blon 03 ?? (As you have the experience of using both 😍)

[@VortexReviews1]

@@adnan_samyn The blon 03 is more fun sounding and bassy while the BL05s has less bass but has better fine details.

[@arthur3593]

Would you recommend this over the Trn T2?

[@VortexReviews1]

Yes.

[@kangjhha]

Do you know if TFZ connectors fit on the blon

[@VortexReviews1]

I am not sure as I don't own any TFZ earphones.

[@Narinjas]

Linsoul TRIPOWIN C8 8-Core Silver Copper Foil Braided Earphone Replacement Upgrade Cable, Tinsel Silver Copper Wire for KZ ZSX, ZSN Pro, ZS10 Pro NF2u, QDC IEMs (4.4mm Plug, QDC Connector) (+ 4.4 to 3.5 mm adapter for non balanced use)

[@VortexReviews1]

The Blon does not use the QDC but it can be made to fit if you heat the connector and then fit it on the Blon.

[@gianrussel5163]

is this the gray or the silver copper?

[@VortexReviews1]

It is the grey / gray but I do own the other one as well.

[@paulgillard2215]

Good video.

[@VortexReviews1]

Cheers Paul.

[@ailurophile3990]

is it very very soft? is it tangled free? planning on buying this one..

[@VortexReviews1]

It is very soft and it sometimes can get tangled but there ways to prevent that like wrapping it around your fingers before putting them away for example.

[@ailurophile3990]

@@VortexReviews1 okey.. im gonna buy this baby right away.. 😍 thanks very much.

[@VortexReviews1]

@@ailurophile3990 No worries.

[@warpathh]

Could you show the comparison between the original and this new one? A side by side would help

[@VortexReviews1]

Sorry I didn't include the original in the video but I doubt I will be making another video on it.

[@warpathh]

@@VortexReviews1 Well maybe you can update the description to include this info: The new ones are essentially identical connectors to the originals, they are just slightly firmer rubber with a bit more sheen on the surface (a bit more like plastic than rubber) but otherwise identical.

[@gohsyh3543]

Blon 03 vs sony mdr xb55ap which is better?

[@VortexReviews1]

I have not tried the MDR XB55AP but they are both bassy sets. Also don't spam across multiple videos.

[@hal9xxx321]

Bruh, i do hv the xb55ap...just go for the blons m8, it has waay better mids and highs...not as bassy but also not as muddy...it has quality bass instead of just *BASS*

[@hal9xxx321]

It's not even a comparison, even if the blons were twice the price I'd still choose it. I bought mine for 22 bucks in comparison to 32 on the Sony. If the bass isn't enough for you just use Poweramp paired with flac files...tune it as you like

[@jungleking9703]

Is there any noticeable difference in the sound after switching from the stock cable to this one?

[@VortexReviews1]

Not really it just fits me and other users better.

[@adnan_samyn]

Kbear 4 core cable, can i use it with blon 03?? Is it. 78? Which should i use..pls help

[@VortexReviews1]

It is 0.78 indeed.

[@adnan_samyn]

@@VortexReviews1 is it straight pin?

[@VortexReviews1]

@@adnan_samyn The connector uses straight 2 pins to go into the connector on the IEM.

[@adnan_samyn]

@@VortexReviews1 is kbear 4 core cable is somewhat a upgraded cable than the stock one?

[@VortexReviews1]

@@adnan_samyn It is but I am not a cable snob like some folks. I tend to buy cables just to be more supple and not for sound differences or if I need just another backup one with a different connector type.

[@saaleempanhalkar846]

I could buy this but it doesnt have mic.

[@VortexReviews1]

Indeed.

[@alifnabil6626]

Can I use this into my smartphone?

[@VortexReviews1]

Sure thing.

[@hmm2928]

Notification squad 😄

[@VortexReviews1]

Nice one :)

[@sergiymarchenko1002]

Blon Cardinal is overall beter than 03 - EXCELLENT L-shaped supply cable, MMCX connectors, EXCELLENT fit - NO FIT ISSUES AT ALL, excellent tips set, nice storage box, soundwise - they probably share the same driver, but Cardinal is a bit more airy, soundstage is better, wide enough but not deep in both cases. Sounds surely but not drastically better. Is this an upgrade soundwise? I would rather cal it IMPROVEMENT. Given all abovementioned 2x price difference to me is fair. All this considers those who dream of Blon and only Blon. BUT... ...BUT here comes Kinera SIF with excellent supply package, with excellent fit, for 30doll. Soundwise it's very close to Cardinal - a tiny bit less bright, a bit warmer, with better lower highs, with more or less the same microdetails, soundstage is wider and way deeper.... ...CONCLUSION ? Up to you, guys...

[@VortexReviews1]

Thanks for the info. I looked at the Cardinal but I don't think it's worth twice the proc of the BL-03.

[@sergiymarchenko1002]

Vortex Reviews Not soundwise. But if you count all advantages of all-inclusive Cardinal's package... For me the only thing that matters is sound quality. Thus - finally SIF, not to mention D6 with way larger marge...

[@VortexReviews1]

@@sergiymarchenko1002 I saw that the same seller with the D6 apparently has 50 units of the Cardinal but it also shows as discontinued. Kinera SIF looks interesting for the price.

[@sergiymarchenko1002]

Vortex Reviews Yesterday I've decided to give Blons one more chance. Result - SIF is a CLEAR winner. In-depth sound quality is better - the "taste" is different, more refined, both ends look more extended and it's HOLOGRAPHIC (!!!). Blons are NOT... Actually Sif is my surprise of the year among 1DD iems, sort of revelation. Back to Blons. Finally I'd rather call Cardinal an upgrade. High end is a tiny bit more extended. Low end is much more extended - now it can suit even bassheads. It's 10-15% louder. The rest is pretty much same. Given that plus build quality - rather UPGRADE. Yes. You know - there are only 3 points that matter to me. In-depth sound quality, fit and build quality. For the rest - if iems are branded, unbranded, half-branded, hyperbranded, underbranded, sidebranded etc. - I don't give a sht...

[@sterbencorvus7641]

@@sergiymarchenko1002 Well I guess you don't care much about tonality, organic timbre and last but not the least the smooth presentation of the blons the build on blon is better than cardinal looks cheap af and twice of it's price.

[@EduMotiveHub10]

Hwo about the diff. Of sound?

[@VortexReviews1]

No difference from what I could tell.

[@Assimilator702]

I’ve been using cables exclusively with straight ends as they allow the cable to clear the front of the ear to get the loop. With the way most earpieces sit in the ear having the cable facing forward at an upward diagonal is the only way to clear the front of the ear for proper fitting. I bought the Kbear QDC cable and will not be buying any more. It goes on my C12 or ZSN PRO or any of the sets that do work for me with the plug facing straight ahead. I would prefer for things to go back to non recessed and flush plug jacks.

[@VortexReviews1]

I prefer the flush connectors as well. There was no need to change it.

[@Assimilator702]

Vortex Reviews Yes I’m with you. Having the extra gap between the connector jack and the 2 pin connector used to bother me but I don’t care anymore. I just installed the Yinyoo upgrade cable on my ZSX and its amazing. Not sure if there’s a difference in sound but that combo is a knock out. It really does approach BLON level of performance. And the fancy cable makes the package more high end. Highly recommended when they’re on sale. They were just $15 during the last sale. I got mine for $13 for the brown cable. Waiting for the next sale to get a few more colors. The NiceHCK upgrade 16 core cables are the same except for different end plugs and Y split but for some reason the price doesn’t dip below $20. We’ll see what happens during the next sale.

[@VortexReviews1]

@@Assimilator702 I have never tried the ZSX as it is meant to be extremely similar to the CCA C12 so I did not buy it but I am glad you are enjoying it and with nice cables. Cables can make a big difference in just how they fit and the ergonomics of it I agree. I have a few cables from Yinyoo and NiceHCK and they are great and cost effective.

[@Assimilator702]

@Vortex Reviews The ZSX is much better than the C12. I find the C12 fatiguing and overly aggressive in the treble while the ZSX is much closer to neutral and a pleasure to listen to. Don't let the similarities lead you to believe these are the same earphones....they are not. ZSX is the best that KZ/CCA has ever released. V90 are great but the C12 are a pass for me. And that's quite a disappointment considering how much I loved the C10 compared to the ZS10 PRO. Looks like KZ pulled a switcheroo.

[@VortexReviews1]

@@Assimilator702 Thanks for the info Joe. Makes me want a ZSX :)

[@SC8terRiderMotoVlogger]

🤗 👍 ☝️ 😎 🇵🇭 Niceone.

[@VortexReviews1]

Thanks.

[@SRZAshkar]

Default cabel is so so cheap damaged within months Really dissatisfied.. I am also wanna change

[@VortexReviews1]

Default cable is indeed very bad.

[@SRZAshkar]

@@VortexReviews1 can u please suggest some. Matching cables I am fed up. Of finding a suitable one

[@VortexReviews1]

@@SRZAshkar I am not really a cable guy but have look on Linsouls site and see what they have.

[@SRZAshkar]

@@VortexReviews1 ok thanks

[@VortexReviews1]

@@SRZAshkar No worries.