The Best Iem at Each Price, a guide to the Ever Changing Hobby.

[@Sforzabull]

What a great video man. I often touch base with other hobbyists on Reddit and some of the responses are crazy. I never understand when I read people saying others are wrong, everyone is going to hear things differently. Everyone is going to have different preferences. We should be supporting each other down this rabbit hole. Every audiophile is in this for the same thing, we want to find the way we most enjoy listening to music. Thanks for being a positive part of this hobby 👍

[@Jaytiss]

Thank you so much. I love Reddit but it frustrates me with karma farmers who seem to parrot the hype not actually listen to or like gear. Thanks it’s comments like this that make me want to continue in the hobby.

[@amanieux]

I am afraid most youtube reviewers get free stuff to review and they know that if they give a negative review they won't have free stuff to test anymore or they make money from afiliate links and if they give a negative review hey won't make any money. So these reviewers don't lie by mostly pointing out the positive aspects of an iem but simply won't tell you if another iem is better at a similar or lower price.

[@Jaytiss]

@@amanieux It's a definate interesting topic. I'll touch on it in a future video some.

[@Sforzabull]

@@amanieux it's more likely that most sets do a pretty good job sonically in their respective price categories. Retail chifi is literally deciding which sets get the hype by sending out samples. Is it because those are the better sounding sets? Is it because those sets have a higher profit margin? I'm just speculating but when I get my hands on a set like the BGVP DMA, which has only one review on KZbin and performs as well as it does, it makes you question why you haven't seen more reviews.

[@heyking8583]

I love Aful performer 5 so much, even after trying iem that cost $2000+, it still not overwhelmed. Hope it survive my daily routine for 5years+

[@Jaytiss]

I think it's a fantastic iem. I use the Aful 5 currently at work. I think the fit is better than many iems. It to this day is one of my favorite under 200 dollar sets. It's one of the iems that will never leave my collection.

[@Cons2911]

How's the comfort? I always see this model being mentioned, and I see that I can order it online (from China of course, there goes the warranty)

[@davidcoons89]

Fantastic video and great to get your updated personal rankings etc too. Good walkthrough espesh for those newer to the hobby!! Also, I get a HUGE kick out of the outro every video lol.

[@Jaytiss]

Glad you enjoyed it! You're the first person to mention it. lol

[@JLa748]

Nice rec's, you got cool ones in that collection. Thanks for vid.

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks for watching!

[@SharinganNin]

This is a great video! Thanks for the perspective!

[@Jaytiss]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@am_i_elliot]

Love Hexa & P8! I would choose Quintet in 200 section. Exceptional price-to-performance ratio IMHO.

[@Jaytiss]

I like Quintet for sure. Its upper air is the reason that I go for Chopin.

[@Ken-ss1en]

Good video! Nice to hear a little more about each iem beyond the blurb on the rankings sheet!

[@Jaytiss]

Glad you enjoyed! I'll try to review a few of them soon. XD

[@taidee]

Good heart man, keep this. People are becoming extreme out there, they become gate keepers and that makes life difficult for those who are still starting, still trying to understand, what's what.

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated.

[@wana.me003]

Awesome video! The TRN Conch is also a good shout next to the EW200.

[@Jaytiss]

I’ve heard good things about it. Just struggle to want to buy everything. If I get send stuff I’ll definitely do a review although. I’m sure it’s a good set.

[@raphaelmeillat8527]

Great video! Thanks for making it!

[@Jaytiss]

Glad you liked it! I spend a lot of time on it. ❤️

[@amanieux]

Yes, maintaining a up to date ranking list is time consuming and requires a desire to make sense of it all, i no longer trust reviewers that don't take the extra effort to make a ranking list

[@Jaytiss]

It’s a pain. Like I spend so much time doing it. A lot of iems I listen to don’t make full reviews.

[@ForeverBlackCat]

Hello. Thanks for the great video! Glad you started your channel I subscribed.

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks for the sub! I appreciate it.

[@chrisevans1546]

Great video!

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks for the visit

[@mickeybreg1]

hey man how come i only seen your videos now for the first time. i saw your other videos too and i like how you do your reviews and comparisons. no bias and pretty fair on each set. i’ll definitely watch more of your videos

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks. I try to be pretty plain and fair, yet not too dry.

[@StarBuccaneers168]

OMG when did you get a Volur? I can't imagine people owning 200 sets without being a reviewer.

[@Jaytiss]

It's Supers on loan! I think I'll buy like 2 or 3 more iems this year if that. I think 3-5 is a good number of sets, after a point they get redundant.

[@dr.mauroguimaraes]

Hei. Loved your approach to this review and advises. New on the hobby, steel forming my collection. Currently have the SM4, P8 and Pilgrim. Looking for iems to complement or upgrade SM4 and P8 from 300-700 dollars. Considering S15 and Origin to add to my collection but I would prefer a more Endgame level instead. Any suggestions? Rgds Mauro.

[@Jaytiss]

Ohh thank you. 🙏

[@lololololololol444]

Great video

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks for the visit

[@relaxmike9149]

657th subscriber, just binged about 5 of your videos lol

[@Jaytiss]

Ohh thank you! 💕

[@c4monkey]

Ew200 eq with +2 or 3 DB at 1250hz low shelf filter and -2 or 3 DB at 250hz. Easily competes with +$500 iems. Really like the fudu at $80 as it's a berry relaxed sound with a hard hitting visceral bass. Ea500lm with -2db at 4k and 8k is a great option. Id have a hard time recommending anything over $100 at this point as diminishing returns really show. I also have ej07m kinda lava and I question why I still have them. Wireless wise im really like my galazy buds 2 (not pro) i got on ebay for $40. On samsung app i put them in clear mode and wavelett autoeq to sennheiser 600 worn pad. Great for podcasts and music

[@Jaytiss]

I love the ew200. It's just so effortless. I like the Galaxy buds 2 as well. Very nice. For me as a primary iPhone user I think the apple air pods pro 2 are worth it. But like I hardly ever use them. like 3-4 hours a week or so.

[@leonasj9633]

fiio fx15 details on par with qdc anole vx. fx15 well balanced slight v shaped relax tune,with fantastic bass,clean forward mids and electrostat like treble.

[@Jaytiss]

I'm glad that you found your endgame.

[@leonasj9633]

@@Jaytiss yes,custom like fit,superior passive noise can celation,small size,light weight ,speaker like sound and headphone like soundstage. fx15 stellar iem.

[@Jaytiss]

Fx15 unstoppable. I’m going to try to borrow one and tell the world of it.

[@leonasj9633]

@s but need burn 200-250hours for get top sound,balanced,smooth midrange,fantastic bass and exceptional treble. my friend want sell fx15 and keep solaris OG, but after my recomendation and burn fx15 immediatly sold his solaris og. resolution incredible,fx15 easy beats 1-20kilobuck flagship iems. im so happy that skipped 2-3kilobuck iems,as price not tell sound quality. there 20usd iem and sounds better vs 2000usd iem... real life,peace

[@motivationmore7025]

nice one, thanks a lot. Could you also do some videos about DACs or DAPs?

[@Jaytiss]

I've reviewed a few dacs and I think the thing is they are very similar. The dap world is something I haven't got into yet as I think it can be a waste of money. I think a lot of daps is style and power need. But all iems that I have used can be run on a simple dongle for just a few dollars.

[@motivationmore7025]

@@Jaytiss yes, same here. DAPs are really not necessary, just get a decent IEM with a little dongle and you are good to go!

[@Jaytiss]

Exactly. I get the appeal as a beautiful on the go unit, but not for me.

[@sfs03]

This is awesome thanks! Have you heard the Geek Wold Gk200 by chance?

[@Jaytiss]

It’s on my radar. But I haven’t. So many iems out there!

[@sfs03]

@@Jaytisshaha no kidding but I love your list! Just added like 5 to my Amazon cart and will go back later and pick one! I was surprised the EM6L was low, that’s been by fave so far but I’ve only tried like 7 pairs and they were all under $300

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks. I like the Simgot em6l but I found it sibilant at times. Just wasn't as cohesive as the EA500lm. But I can see how others like it.

[@Deleteyourself83]

Hi good video. The banners are hard to read for visually impaired or on small screens. I'd recommend white letters over red, have the letter shadow be black instead of grey and make the background more opaque

[@Jaytiss]

This is great advice, thank you. I always welcome feedback.

[@Deleteyourself83]

@@Jaytiss No problem, keep up the good work :)

[@Jaytiss]

Thank you so much!

[@HariKrishnaRK]

I have tried the variations and also the mangird top, i personally think the top is better and as far as i can recall the price of both are the same. So the list is amazing i would only exchange that one item! :)

[@Jaytiss]

Fair enough! I still need to try top.

[@luigismilazzo]

Have you tried the softears volume?

[@Jaytiss]

I have not. I’ve heard good things and it’s on my radar to try at a show.

[@elasmojones]

Da Vinci comes out in a couple days.... Lets go!

[@Jaytiss]

Exciting times!

[@paulosilva8200]

1. Sound on high mids and treble changes according to volume, so it depends what volume people listen to,the louder thenvolume the less treble and upper mids we need. 2.the quality of drivers produces the sound stage and image and if struggles at higher volumes. 3. Most chifi have this budgets iem with the same distance back closed dd driver from the nozzle . meaning that changing the back place does not change the sound. Only the filter in the noozle or back aide of the driver changes the tuning. Not the quality of the driver. I hear so many stupid things from reviewers all the time. Like bleeding from mid bass. Yes at lower volumes. At higher volumes the mid bass stays in same place . Only the higher frequency changes. 4. Try to get iem with good drivers with a grill nozzle or changeable nozzles. Because I mod all my 90 iem sets. 5.to mod, there are a few ways. Filter made from synthetic material or cotton for outside the nozzle grill. Both are very different , never place 2. Peolle that do that don't know that iem when comes to hot weather or sweat the filters gets wet and you will have the driver struggling to get air. Filter inside the nozzle. Sponge or plastic. You can even ad 1 inside and 1 outside. But some iem sounds better with inside filter. Some outside. Depends on the position of the driver and the chamber . With the changeable nozzles. If the change you want is big. Use the sponge filters inside. If its small. In the grill. All my mods made my iem sound better than it was at lower cost. 6. Get a dap instead of dongle. Better sound. Better sd card options. Makes no sense to use low resolution files l. For gym get the shanling small dap. Get a case. Make a hole. Place a neck strap and here you go. Better for gym like I use. 7. Bluetooth sucks. Simple . I gave all my away.

[@Jaytiss]

What daps do you recommend?

[@paulosilva8200]

@Jaytiss depends of the budget ...what's yours ?

[@Jaytiss]

I was thinking mid tier like 200-700. Nothing Crazy.

[@paulosilva8200]

@Jaytiss sent daps are the best for me. Reason. Their eq. Its the obky eq that does not sound digital. The volume does not change and there is no clipping . Plus their warm sound is amazing. If you want budget. Try the nw55. They cheap. If you want to try nore expensive. Nw300 the new one. Great player. Sd card and that's it

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@mimimmo]

Thanks for this guide, i listen music with denon d5200, grado sr325x and denon perl pro. I d like an iem comfy and not fatiguing, listen mainly rock and metal. I can buy the AFUL Performer 5 for about 160€ second hand. Do you recommend it? The Chopin worth the 40€ extra?

[@Jaytiss]

I think so sonically. But Aful 5 has a nicer fit in ear and is a good set in its own right.

[@mimimmo]

@@Jaytiss maybe I can get an used performer 8 for less than 300€, would it be a better choice in sound and comfort? I ve read that some people prefer the p5

[@Jaytiss]

They are similar. I think P5 is great if you want more bass, but p8 is more technical and has some great things going on with it. Honestly, I'd recommend P5 first. I use it everyday at work, while I find myself using P8 less.

[@mimimmo]

@@Jaytiss I think I ll choose the moondrop variations, 200€ 2nd hand

[@Jaytiss]

That a steal. Easy recommend.

[@mkiajaja8380]

How does the nozzle size of Chopin compare to the nova and hexa

[@Jaytiss]

Nova is a bit larger. Chopin is pretty conformable. Chopin is a bit unique and won't be for everyone.

[@amanieux]

Informative and honest, thank you. What is your take on dac ? Are you on the side of "apple dongle is good enough for iems" ?

[@Jaytiss]

That’s a good question. A decent dac can be helpful for many situations. I use a smsl d6s which is rated pretty highly and very transparent,

[@amanieux]

@@Jaytiss thanks specs looks good but can you plug an iem directly on the outputs or does it requires an amp ? (won't an amp be overkill for iems that requires very low power only ?)

[@Jaytiss]

It requires an amp.

[@apothecy4011]

Seen your list. Good list overall except the Dusk placement. They are better than both the Pilgrim and the Hype4 , even with analog. Have tried all of these and i take the Dusk any Day. Dusk with the standard dsp eq values (can apply it on analog as well) is about as good as the Elysian Pilgrim Noir (but less technical than it)

[@Jaytiss]

We all hear differently. I didn’t think dusk was great but might have been unit variance.

[@DaddyYanToTe]

I'm currently using s12 pro with a little bit of eq and i like it. Looking for another set with multidriver iem which is energetic profile with great vocal. Is Chopin worth my need or any other iem u like to recommend under 300$?

[@Jaytiss]

I’m big on vocals. For me the Chopin is one of the best tuned iems at any price.

[@DaddyYanToTe]

@@Jaytiss Thanks bro

[@Jaytiss]

Anytime. The next big sale is in about a month if you can wait. Probably around March 24th or so.

[@AndrewUKLondon]

Great video, review and attitude. Will be listening to more.

[@Jaytiss]

Thanks for watching!

[@hokagoteatimereviews]

Great review jay! The ew200 is a fantastic pick for its price. If anyone find the treble to be a bit too much or spicy. Use a kz foam ear tip they are really cheap and costs like $2-3. Also if you still feel its a bit spicy, then stick a small micropore tape on the nozzle of the ew200.

[@Jaytiss]

Great suggestion!

[@amanieux]

in my experience Microporous tape on the nozzle only works if you cover 80% of the surface to tame trebble, if you cover 100% sound is muffled

[@BigKarwat]

How big of a difference is betwin Chopin and for example EA500LM ? Is it like you really need to be an audiphile with ear to can pickup ant steps or its really worth paying extra 110 USD for Chopin?

[@Jaytiss]

Depends on a few things. I think so as I think ea500lm is a tiny bit spicy. I would guess maybe 5-10% better depending on your preferences. If you can try both then decide I would do that first.

[@Sahil99413]

why do iems seem to have channel imbalance? could it be issue with my ear?

[@Jaytiss]

No it happens a lot even with expensive iems.

[@__anime__boy__]

Bro what about KZ EDX PRO X pls

[@Jaytiss]

If Kz sends me stuff I’ll do a fair shake. My take is if you like it, it’s good enough.

[@sandeeproy19]

Er2xr vs Aria, Which is good?

[@Jaytiss]

I'd probably go Aria. It's pretty solid. The 7hz Crinacle zero isn't bad, or the Simgot ew200 if you want to save some money.

[@sandeeproy19]

@@Jaytiss I got Aria, one of my friend is willing to exchange with er2xr.

[@Jaytiss]

Er2xr has a um unique fit….

[@MrTwangstaable]

variations over mmk3, and no mmk2.... hmmmm.

[@Jaytiss]

I mean it’s a subjective hobby. But mk 2 is a special set.

[@hassanalrubai7378]

6:26 this called mental illness, but it is fine if you own 200 sets of 7hz Zero:2, ,(just a joke but 200 hundred is alot that is enough iems for your great great great grandchildren)

[@Jaytiss]

I think you have one set of ears and it’s ok to have one set of earphones! Thank you for watching.

[@tdtdtd1826]

Cheapest is 40 usd. Just ridiculous. U can find nowadays a great pairs for under 20😂😂😂

[@Jaytiss]

I mean many cheap sets can work for you as well. Not always about price. I just like simgot ew200 for the price.

[@BohmanderTCG]

crinacle zero 2 good? dont want to spend 50 bucks for tiny plastic the reds are 50 and zero 2 20€

[@miltonwilliams2399]

Apple???? Don't care about them 😢

[@Jaytiss]

?

[@miltonwilliams2399]

@Jaytiss, you're the first I've seen that included something other than an IEM in their list. Others talk about Apple, but no one actually goes and gets an Apple product or Samsung TW earphones. They're not the same. Well, to me, they're not the same.

[@Jaytiss]

I think they are a great baseline to start with! IRS quality audio for a reasonable price with no wires.

[@0Roydashme]

Great video!

[@Jaytiss]

Glad you enjoyed it