HIFI BASS - Empire Ears Hero IEM

[@dannybos7024]

Are we going to get a IEMonday? Where every monday you just check out a new IEM? Doesn't matter the price, can be cheap Chi-Fi or insanely high-end. Just a short video with some quick impressions.

[@SteelyDanUnofficial]

Always impressed with those B rolls 🧡

[@eezus]

Will you review the Gold Planar GL2000?

[@aceofspades6667]

Just came from your appearance in between two speakers... good stuff! Always good to interject a little joy and humor into our hobby!

[@justinficiu5193]

Please review the Gold Planar GL2000 2magnet version Zeos went crazy over them!

[@fallenmarine123]

Any comparison to the Campfire Atlas?

[@ganshengkai7060]

Bassy Overprice

[@fallenmarine123]

@@ganshengkai7060 I mean they are $899 now. It was $699 last week.

[@ganshengkai7060]

@@fallenmarine123 still overprice, at that price range rather to get thieaudio monarch or clairvoyance

[@aongaro]

Shoutout to my fellow brown hair/red beard content creator. I picked up the Monoprice Monolith DAC/AMP based on your video, thanks man!

[@wonddark6118]

Why don't u try the Blon-03 ? It is more affordable and we would like your opinion about it compared by your collection. BLON-03

[@Abhi-wn7sw]

He has. And they're low class

[@anthonymoreno75]

He has lol kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6rQc2uYr5t4f8k

[@wonddark6118]

@@Abhi-wn7sw yes he have done a review.... But how does it perform compared to the other ones he own.

[@08680868]

He has reviewed them already

[@Abhi-wn7sw]

@@wonddark6118 you want him to compare it against what? Empire Ears IEMs? Hahaha

[@MannyScoot]

the best I have heard and I have owned many.....the Shuoer EJ07 ..... this became my end game .......

[@amenoyouni3174]

These vs the CA Solaris? You should review some Campfire audio iems

[@Dasbeerboots]

This is exactly what I want to know.

[@LT15313]

Completely different sound signatures with different goals. I have the Solaris SE and Hero, Solaris is much more balanced and focuses more on the presentation ie more holographic and three-dimensional than the Hero with a much more balanced over FR. The Hero on the other hand emphasises the sub bass and vocals, has a much better bass response imo with more texture and punch and vocals are more bodied and ethereal. The soundstage is also very good on Hero but it isn’t as holographic and 3D and the sound signature is a lot more intense and aggressive sounding. Solaris (SE) is more relaxed.

[@Dasbeerboots]

@@LT15313 So what's a fair comparison around the $1500 or less mark? I'm a basshead to the core. Have Polaris 2 coming this Wednesday. I know they get shit on for the bloated bass, but I think I'm really going to enjoy them. I have my eyes set on the Legend X, but that's very much out of my price range right now.

[@LT15313]

@@Dasbeerboots I’d highly rec the Legend X, I have it too alongside the Z1R which is also phenomenal for bass. The Legend X Is a technical powerhouse and has the deepest reaching bass I’ve ever heard. If I were you, I’d try and pick one up used or save up. If not, the Z1R has the best textured bass I’ve ever heard, very very satisfying but it doesn’t have as much as the LX quantity wise.

[@thomasscharfenberg1912]

I can see you did not use the stock cable. Me neither. Which cable do you use in the video?

[@Scarbir]

Your video quality (and your voiceover) are so good ❤️

[@shadouxg7150]

Please answer me if ur going to review the LCD 2 fazor?

[@Jack-di6rc]

I don't understand how you can describe the treble as being dark, the HERO has some of the most uneven and forward treble peaks. Many other reviewers say the HERO is fatiguing.

[@G00dH0uR83]

I was thinking the EXACT same thing! The treble was borderline peaky and fatiguing. I had to return them. My experience was so different from Josh’s...very weird

[@pliedtka]

Maybe Josh is after Beyer sound ? But then last time put together system with 6XX which many consider laid back but scaling very well

[@kylerclarke2689]

Josh does come out with some wild takes sometimes. I believe he's being honest with his experience but lol

[@spud1300]

I know the comments will be "but what about vs....." but I'm going to say it anyway. How are these compared to the campfire solaris 2020? Looking for soundstage and imaging in classical music.

[@spud1300]

after watching, I do get the impression that the campfire's would be more my jam.

[@ankithish]

Please review kz zst x.please

[@matthewhilty4209]

Would you describe "shimmer" as 10k and above ?

[@pliedtka]

Resolution, transparency, detail retrieval and I think above 10k

[@eruilluvitar]

Yet another great review. Thanks, Joshua! Any desire to review the Manley Absolute Headphone Amp?

[@JoshuaValour]

Ya, that is something I would really like to take a look at. Maybe this year?

[@eruilluvitar]

@@JoshuaValour I'd happily send mine to you if you want.

[@JoshuaValour]

@@eruilluvitar Scott that would be awesome! Can you email me and we can figure out the details? -

[@eruilluvitar]

@@JoshuaValour Just sent you an email. Thanks! I'm pumped to get this thing in front of a real reviewer!

[@ozunkeskin6919]

Josh u12t cmonnnnnn. Nice review btw

[@milkedoutdiablo]

Hey Joshua! Just wanted to know if your going to be reviewing the Campfire Andromeda 2020 IEM's?? Or a comparison to the Empire HERO's? Would love to see that video!!

[@theodorezurla496]

Please review Thei audio Legacy 4 🙏

[@anthonyberryman3443]

Hi Josh, would you call the Hero a mini Odin in terms of its sound? Great video and keep safe.

[@titienne3931]

It's not the same signature at all. The Odin has a reference sound, while the Hero is more v shaped (with a LOT more treble).

[@anthonyberryman3443]

@@titienne3931 Thanks for your reply, it’s just when they launched it Jack Vang of Empire Ears described it as a mini Odin .

[@ganshengkai7060]

mini Odin is ESR mk2, quite similar tonality, but Odin have a better technicality Hero have a very good mid. Those who like vocal, I will recommend Hero.

[@andrewbrahialis2850]

I went to the audio store and was listening (DAP Fiio M11 Pro) to Campfire Andromeda 2020, Dorado 2020 and Solaris 2020. And then shop assistant recommended me to listen EE Hero (at that moment I even haven`t heard about EE). I was so impressed with the Hero that bought it immediately after 20 minutes of listening. As for me Hero is on the same level as Solaris, but costs less. P.S. I didn`t like Andromeda 2020 at all....

[@njdich]

Audio interfaces review? Looking at doing some guitar recording on a budget. Thanks Josh!

[@manak1n]

Check out Julian Krause's reviews!

[@njdich]

@@manak1n will do man, thanks!

[@chefsteve8381]

motu m2

[@sysdrumatic]

Can you review the CCA CS16? Or update your top 3 IEM's in a video. Thank you for always be my reference to start in the world of audiophile, keep pushing ;)

[@cocobean8332]

I came for the review, stayed for the spicy broll

[@edwardelric8966]

do you recommend IEM for gaming? i mean not just this one but IEMs in general

[@houssamalucad753]

Generally headphones are slightly better (especially in verticality and distance) but some IEMs do directionality very well like the cheap yet amazing QKZ VK4

[@dannybos7024]

Most headphones are better, especially open backs but something cheap like the QKZ VK4 can do the trick just fine.

[@edwardelric8966]

​@@houssamalucad753 it's just that i haven't tried good headphones. for example i'm coming from Thieaudio L4 and Mangird . Teas. Would headphones under the same price category be better than those?

[@edwardelric8966]

@@dannybos7024 it's just that i haven't tried good headphones. for example i'm coming from Thieaudio L4 and Mangird . Teas. Would headphones under the same price category be better than those?

[@dannybos7024]

@@edwardelric8966 Yes. PC38X.

[@Jack-di6rc]

"since we are still gonna be stuck at home for quite a while, it's a good idea to invest into a high end IEM." What kind of logic is this?? IEMs are meant for portable use.

[@AlmostHomeSounds]

I was wondering the same..

[@Jon-cw8bb]

hes gotta promote the industry that generates his income ! ! ! !

[@80-80.]

Try yourself to come up with new interesting things to say every week. It's not that easy. lol

[@Jack-di6rc]

@@80-80. you should watch Z reviews for interesting content.

[@80-80.]

@@Jack-di6rc I do.

[@brendancurtis9732]

Will you review the audeze lcd i4?

[@Good18Man]

Can you do a review on the Empire Ears ESR mkii as a reference style IEM?

[@parryhooper]

is the treble response EQ-able on these without sacrifice?

[@jafizzle95]

"...for the price..." "...for the price..." "...for the price..." Ok so maybe $200-$350? $1300 Please excuse me while I catch my breath.

[@Krmpfpks]

For an IEM that is. Manufacturing price $100 max - even with custom drivers. I build my own DIY Custom IEM and I bet mine beat these.

[@slimsam3447]

@@Krmpfpks It's usually the cost of researching that contribute to the high cost but I don't know about this one. Also I doubt yours can beat them.

[@goingfurther8092]

Haha exactly my reaction also

[@Krmpfpks]

@@slimsam3447 it’s hard to say but they beat all the flagships I tested. For once Custom IEMs sound better than universals, I’m not sure I can build universals that are better than these. And then the sound highly depends on the shape of the ear canal. The volume of air between the eardrum and the driver alone has a very big impact on the sound as it defines the resonance frequencies. If you build your own, you tune for your own ears, they can’t. Also you can easily source the same drivers. The only really hard thing to DIY is the APEX modules and getting hybrids with dynamic drivers right, as dynamic drivers usually need precise geometry and precise and very small holes for back pressure relief. So I only use electrostats and balanced armatures, they are easy to use. It’s a nice hobby, can only suggest to try it. Due to the tooling your first pair will be north for 500 dollars though, it’s not cheap.

[@jpanlilio21]

Love your channel bro! Have any IEM recommendations for hip hop and R&B?

[@felipearayaperez2610]

Would you review the Akg k361 at some point?

[@reitencheng4878]

Shouldn't I invest in Over-ear headphones if I am stuck at home...? IEM is more for outdoor use right?

[@MarioHernandez4music]

If your usually going out, get a nice set of IEM. If your at home, get an Over-ear Open back Headphone.

[@atvinnulaus]

Good one! Have you tried the fiio fh7?

[@Lex90909]

I still have my Aurisonics ASG 2.5 in perfect condition...

[@mrsyd258]

req review : Unique melody Mesy. btw. always great review.

[@safwansuhaimi3372]

im disturbed by the hoodie's tie being asymmetrical.

[@larryknicks]

#thingsyoucantunsee

[@Jeffryh2005]

This is more of a complimentary iem IMO. The absolute balls to the walls fun IEM to go with something technically great like a U12t. I love the Hero especially for female vocals and K-pop. That's if your ears can handle it. Fortunately mine can.

[@Barney-ps8bl]

"the build quality is ok at this price point" the price point he's reffering to is over a thousand dollars I swear some hifi people have just become so deluded what materials could these be built out of besides the most precious metals

[@Weareonenation303]

Official description of the Hero: Hero is relentless, fierce and unapologetic. Bank account: It's talking about me isn't it?

[@emeerhakeem532]

Yo josh can you review more of the CHEAP IEM?

[@jessicahyde8461]

You mean one ThOUsand bucks? Ok

[@chaseroyell7227]

"We are going to be stuck at home for quite awhile..." lol Not in my state. We are free and EVERYTHING is open. I hope your state opens soon.

[@619RobdoG]

Listening on my EE

[@mattL1ghts]

if you were gonna say that these look a bit tacky Josh, I agree - all caps HERO? nah for me

[@richardlaub889]

The first thing I do when viewing your product reviews is click the link for the product and find out how much its. If is't too expensive I skip your video. Been skipping your vides a lot lately. Sorry. Just Wondering when you will getting back to reviewing products that are close to as good as the more expensive ones. Like maybe the Austrian Audio - Hi-X55 that are supposed to be as good as the Focal Clear.

[@dannybos7024]

Why not just watch the videos and appreciate the production quality? Or the information?

[@richardlaub889]

@@dannybos7024 Why waste my time on something I will almost never have the money to buy? What your suggesting is like me watching videos of million dollar homes just for the quality of the video....I don't have time for that. It's not disrespectful for me to be truthful and say why I don't watch his videos all the way through. I want him to know.

[@dannybos7024]

@@richardlaub889 You think he will care? Pathetic. And you really don't have any fun in life, huh?

[@kylerclarke2689]

Sadly, I think I'll be selling mine. The staging and treble are just... not great.

[@potaeto69]

i guess im abit early

[@P4sta.]

⚠️⚠️⚠️ Do not buy if you have a cat ⚠️⚠️⚠️

[@zengaminglab5255]

LOL, if we are stuck at home a long time why do we need to invest in IEMs? Totally nonsensical opening, dude.

[@jamesorrell7462]

Why not? IEMs are great for both casual home listening and listening when out and about. Investing in any decent headphones might be a good idea whilst we are all stuck indoors. Some people prefer to listen through IEMs, some prefer Circumaural headphones. It's all about preference.

[@zengaminglab5255]

@@jamesorrell7462 What's casual about inserting crap into your ear canals. If you are home you can use nice overear headphones for comfort and 10x the sound quality.

[@jamesorrell7462]

@@zengaminglab5255 it’s a good investment because you can use them more. Personally, I use IEMs for tracking music as I’m a musician but they also look better than headphones when I’m out and about. Which, granted, isn’t much at the moment but if you’re spending £1000 on earphones, you’re not just looking present use, you’re looking at future use as well. Also, a lot of people buying IEMs buy them to accompany a primary set of headphones for something just a little difference. It’s all about personal preference. If you don’t want them, don’t buy them but don’t shun someone because they think it’s a good idea.

[@AndrewLamas19]

@@zengaminglab5255 I’m pretty sure most iems at $100 smoke any headphone at $100 same with any headphone under $200 will get smoked by good iems price to performance wise.

[@davibills]

WTF this is $1300.... how can you afford this headphones with this amount of views?

[@EXTREME5180]

1300$? Thanks but no 🙂