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[@quikspecv4d]

I was one of the 150 people who received the incorrect filters. They highs were too much before replacing. Replacing them definitely made them sound better.

[@garthmckeil9539]

Interesting choice to cover these... they are a general interest case as the whole Crin/collab thing is generating a lot of discussion/curiosity. Good onya for a clean and fair assessment on a unit that people are curious about.

[@ilpastor]

Thank you Josh for the honest review you have made

[@one-wayexistence4482]

My take on the Dioko: lush & full sub-/mid-bass that misses speed and control // recessed lower midrange that makes the pronounced upper midrange/lower treble area stand out and somewhat shouty // well extended fatigue-free treble

[@jansmejkal6846]

What an enjoyable review! I've also got the Diokos a few days back. Funny thing: when they came, I actually thought they were faulty due to just how shouty or "bass-and-lowmid-less" they felt (This was my second IEM purchase and I unfortunately had to compare them with the CCA CRA+ that I also got at the same time, and for the uninitiated like me, the disparity in the fun factor is striking). I've listened to them extensively for a few days now and I've actually grown to like them in a way that the past me probably couldn't: I rly tried finding a scenario where these would do me best and I found it late at night just listening to music I normally enjoy with openback overears: it was thatdetail that you describe, but the soundstage too! The dryness of it has really grown on me and I'm glad I've changed my opinion enough in order not to have to go through the hassle of returning them. I gently disagree as far as the aesthetics and ergonomics go: yes, they are bulky, relatively heavy and all, but my usual issues with inears are that either they don't fit in the bud bits department (my ear tunnels are different sizes, I'm pretty sure) so they don't seal or they pinch at a specific part of the ear and make the whole thing irritating to wear (the overear loop support on the cable is pretty much nothing, I agree with you there). These became surprisingly comfortable once I'd learned how to position them, the weight also adds to the stability of the in-ear part in my case (also, maybe a silly thing to point out, but I do enjoy putting something cold and metal against my ear on a hot summer's day - we'll see how this gets in winter tho :D). Overall, I'm glad you explained what I couldn't quite put my finger on as far as the sound goes. In the end tho, I've got to say, they look as striking as they do in the propaganda for it, I don't know what you mean :D they're like jewlery to me... I love it :D gets the heads turning in Prague, that's for sure. And hey, isn't that what the mainstream inear struggle is all about?

[@himanshumundepi]

I ordered a pair, after watching this video I was going to cancel the order. But now I think I’ll give them a try.

[@MoraFermi]

Funny enough, I find Dioko extremely comfortable, in fact more comfortable than a lot of smaller IEMs. The default tips definitely wasn't for me but with a little experimentation I found ones that fit really well.

[@NFStopsnuf]

Which ones fit/sounded best for you? I found that the yellow were pretty good.

[@chrisk3127]

for me the comfort is stellar they rest on my ears perfectly which reduces how much pressure is in my ear, also no issue with the stock cable, soundwise I love these, haven't spent time comparing with anything yet besides a very brief swap to the timeless but for $99 I haven't found anything that really competes with these

[@santibergallo]

If you were to get one, would you get the Dioko or the Timeless? First I'd like to know sound and fit wise and then also considering price, if it's not much of a hassle.

[@chrisk3127]

@@santibergallo fit wise ymmv but I find them both to be nice, usually IEM's just hang out of my ear but these conform against my ear really well which helps with weight distribution also, but I'd say Timeless is more likely to fit well sound wise I can't speak much for the stock tips but the tips I was using Dioko is at least 90% as good as the Timeless, Timeless had a bit better bass (also more) and slightly better soundstage, Dioko does things like symbols slightly better performance per dollar definitely goes to Dioko

[@santibergallo]

@@chrisk3127 Thank you Chris for taking the time and being thorough!

[@GadZookz]

Great review, Thanks! It would be interesting to see what you think of the other filter set. Some reviews find a difference where others do not. Appears the large size has conchaquences for most though. 🙂

[@ROFLWAFFLELAWL4]

That's because not all 150 units had the wrong filters. There's no way to accurately assess how many of those units had the wrong ones so they send the filters to everyone. So not everyone will find a difference as not all of them had the issues.

[@GadZookz]

@@ROFLWAFFLELAWL4 Well, JV’s set didn’t sound very good so he might have gotten one of the 150. They could maybe send him out a second pair that they know is good. On the other hand, he has other stuff to review so why should he review them a second time?

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

@@GadZookz I suspect he would have got done his due diligence.

[@caparroz1923]

Seiko Turtle with a Bond NATO is freaking cool. Try passing the strap backwards so the overhang sits on the "inside" or just cut it of to make it a single pass.

[@serban2139]

I just want to drop a comment and thank you for your honesty!

[@Wingedmagician]

Planars and single dds have been my favorites especially for the price

[@hags2k]

Awesome commentary. Was looking at this IEM as a contender for next purchase under 100 bucks, definitely gave me a lot to think about. Even if the sound was to my taste, the comfort is a biggie, and probably a deal breaker for me.

[@karaalaa9419]

Great review. Now while you are on an IEM streak do the ER2XR & ER3XR (both retailing for less than 100$ now)

[@why_tho_]

Really appreciate the James Bond NATO with that Seiko diver, looks so clean

[@bk_panther_]

I liked these a lot. Everyone's ears are different and what frequencies they can hear. I have no issues with the Dioko.

[@snowmean1]

As an owner of both Dioko and Aria, I have completely opposite opinion on them. Aria definitely has more forward mids which makes them sound more natural, but Aria's dip around 8kHz makes them sound way too vague and non-detailed, and the soundstage isn't that great. Dioko on the other hand has more funny V-shaped sound, but it has absolutely amazing (for IEMs) soundstage, and details retrieval is unmatched by anything in its price category. They are definitely not as boring (analytical, alright?) as Aria, plus I had less comfort issues with Dioko rather than with Aria, which just don't hold in my ears properly.

[@jansmejkal6846]

The soundstage on them is unexpectedly good, i agree

[@bowserfromsonic5517]

Hello, how would you compare the soundstage between this and the final a4000? Which iem can help you identify the location of sounds better? like the accuracy of the soundstage

[@snowmean1]

@@bowserfromsonic5517 I have never heard A4000 so am not able to compare.

[@NamTran-xc2ip]

I wouldn’t get dioko if I had aria. Would get the variation for a noticeable upgrade. Sure if you wanna try the planar hype. Hopefully you at least sell your aria

[@snowmean1]

@@NamTran-xc2ip I didn't look for an upgrade, but for something I would enjoy listening to. I'm not a big fan of IEMs as they irritate my ears, and only use them outside or during commute when I don't have much space in my backpack for the headphones. In the headphones I personally prefer planar sound over dynamic drivers, and I really like my LCD2C so Dioko are much closer to what I get used to: great speed, amazing details, textured and tight bass, wide and defined soundstage. But that's highly unlikely I will buy anything more expensive than Dioko, as I don't have much use for them. I gave Aria to my son, and he seems to like it.

[@networkn]

Thanks for the review.

[@noishpa7]

I love your channel, but I really see this one 180 deg. from you on this headphone. I usually find our tastes are very similar but not this time. The only issue I have with this set is with the bass on a couple of tracks being slightly congested. Other then that, this set competes or beats all the sets I own up to at least $300-$400. I love this set.

[@DieTabbi]

Nice video review for interessting IEM. I never know planar IEM exits lol. I have overear planars and love them. I am between his and Moondrop Kuto damn.

[@xXRudrraXx]

There's no mention of the " the incorrect filters" problem here... did you swap the filters or not !? I'm seriously thinking about UPGRADING from the Arya to this, and your review was basically ... get the arias instead of this. PLEASE do clarify if these IEMs are "working properly" or if they have the filter issue. Thank you

[@ragecandy]

why would you "upgrade" to a same price set, just save for a timeless or keep your aria (assuming it's the moondrop one and not the $1.5k hifiman lol)

[@absoluteghost9628]

I think the best tips for the ariya would be spinfit cp 145. The final tips in aria makes it muddy in my opinion.

[@siddharthjaiman4712]

Moondrop spring tips are good. Did you like them/try them?

[@dansaudioreviews]

Completely agree on the treble. ✌🏻 Midrange I can see what you’re saying, and I can see other gear outshining it. I thought the Timeless did better there, to my ear. With bass I feel similar. It was articulate, though not big or boomy. Pros and cons there like you’re saying. Bass heads would like more punch indeed. Does seem that these, like almost anything, is going to play well on some tracks but not others. Love your work. You always come off as kind, professional, and your work is just very polished.

[@daronz]

Timeless did better in midrange while being V-shaped. Thats saying Alot about Diokos midrange... What a shame...

[@lantern054]

Hi Valor, Cool review 😎. Can u review the Letshuore S12 iem? And also xduoo link 2 bal Dac too🙂

[@antonhelsgaun]

As a note, i think it would be helpful to mention which Arya/aria you're talking about

[@JesusGonzalez-tu2nr]

Nice review. ty.

[@kylerclarke2689]

It's cool to see you leading the pack in terms of production value in the audiophile youtube community. I can already see other channels getting better and better. Less unscripted, camera above desk rambly reviews. Anyways, the Dioko definitely doesn't do much for me. I already bought and sold the Timeless shortly after. They're both pretty ugly and large. For your money you should get something that fits well, looks AND sounds good. There are just SO many options out there!

[@grandtheftauto5tips]

Thanks for this! Can you recommend some other IEM planers to check out?

[@OpeoAslam]

I wish the Timeless had longer stems so they'll fit in my ears more securely. Need to find some longer tips for mine.

[@kylerclarke2689]

@@grandtheftauto5tips I've only heard the timeless planar, sorry :) if you don't mind the look of them they sound excellent! I daily drive more expensive IEMs so it didn't make sense for me to keep the 7hz.

[@kylerclarke2689]

@@OpeoAslam I hope you can find some! Since trying Moondrop's blessing/S8 I find it hard to go back to weird IEM shapes. They just fit like a glove, no adjusting or tip rolling nonsense. But I think I have weird shaped smallish ears, the 7hz didn't fit great

[@Tealc2323]

Joshua, do you know about the filter issue? Have you made sure you have a proper unit?

[@subbybass4936]

crinacle said "he should have the right filters, it was sent out a few days after the issues were identified". So very likely it's not the wrong filter version. Also, the filter only tames the upper-mids a bit it won't bring the treble and upper-treble down.

[@ROFLWAFFLELAWL4]

@@subbybass4936 That said treble can be different with fit. Personally using it with the Sednaearfit Crystals and I have 0 issues with the trebles of the varying genres of tracks I've listened to. I like the trebles here more than the Snowia.

[@Tealc2323]

@@subbybass4936 He should have mentioned it in the review, not to leave us wondering. He hasn't even responded to the comments.

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

@@Tealc2323 that's crin and 7hz issue it's not on Joshua. He is clearly reviewing the proper set with filters.

[@Tealc2323]

@@michaelcorcoran8768 I didn't say it's Joshua's fault, but how do you know it's "clearly reviewing the proper set"?

[@unkownomega]

Have you tried Foam eartips? I hear people say that tames the treble a bit enough to enjoy them better if you are treble sensitive.

[@jlparcerisa]

Can not believe Joshua did not review the 7hz Timeless yet

[@lantern054]

5:50 for a second i thought u were gonna compare it to Tripowin olina 😅

[@SilverJoystix]

I'm thinking about picking up a digital audio player. Any recommendations?

[@aradgouklani2239]

Hey josh you sure you got the right filters? The first 150 that shipped had a wrong filter on. It's not a problem anymore and you SOULD have gotten a replacement with the correct ones

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

Apparently someone asked crin. They sent Josh his pair after that situation was resolved. Although it's ironic that the QC issues from 7hz are giving reason for some people to dismiss his criticism.

[@aradgouklani2239]

@@michaelcorcoran8768 woah that's super interesting can't hide behind no filters now lol

[@drnits77]

So accurate. The treble is too high for me to handle. Overall it's towards the lean side. Completely unusable for me without eq.

[@ronyirwanto27]

Its correct filter version?

[@Rubgud95]

Any plans on checking out the Stealth version of the Anandas?

[@LetoDeWirre]

I heard a rumors of Moondrop releasing planar IEM later this year, have you heard anything about it?

[@milan425]

Josh, could you help me with one? Starfield, yay or nay? Im getting IEMs soon, and everyone wowed them in reviews. And they fit my music choices- D Bowie, Nina Simone, Sting, Queen, DaftPunk, OSTs, Yosi Horikawa, but also sometimes jazz, classical or Pink Floyd and M83... You might know more about IEM industry tahn some of us, whats cooking and gettin out. Starfields are kinda old now, but not really, but also yeah, and nah that much. So, ... help?

[@Guerilla_law3516]

It looks like they are hooked up to a phone on your B roll, are you sure you gave them enough power?

[@warpath6047]

Review the letshuoer s12. I think you’ll like that set.

[@RavikantRai21490]

I am surprised you have never reviewed the Yamaha HPH-MT5 on your channel.

[@grammatoncleric]

i changed the filters in my diokos and saw a small difference? the treble became more controlled. also i use these dioko iems with wavelet autoeq equalized to sound like moondrop variations XD

[@SPLWF]

Thanks for stating the fitment and size, I can't stand big heavy types of IEM's.

[@kenc2894]

As a dude with very small ears the dioko fits surprisingly well. It's just the outside that is big. It is a bit heavier then other iems but they stay in place and dont bother me.

[@redleather420]

Yeah these are not big or uncomfortable. I have a very hard time with IEMs and fitment and these fit perfect better than most. Sound quite good as well. I don't know what he's talking about with the treble

[@SPLWF]

I have 64 audio Tia trio and they don’t fit as well as I hoped. Using foam tips to help but I think the main problem is the stock wire. Can find a suitable replacement. Plus it feels like a waste because the stock wire cost so much $$$. Nothing, I mean nothing fits better than the Campfire Comets.

[@andrescarrera6955]

I returned the starfields because they would hurt my ears after a few minutes. The Diokos I can wear for hours. They are big but comfy.

[@jansmejkal6846]

@@kenc2894 agreed here. Got ears too big and also different sizes of ear canals, but the weight helps the distribution and they sit super well. I can spin my head with them in disconnected from the cables and not even worry about it :D

[@barneyrubble9309]

I have this, the S12 and the timeless as I like Planar. This is just ok. I'm not treble sensitive so that doesn't bother me but the real issue is the mid bass tuck which is too excessive and makes vocal really recessed and hollow. Sure your ears can adjust but honestly,save more money and get a timeless (which in my personal opinion is still the best of the bunch to date).

[@damiengrief]

Haven't heard this IEM specifically but I love my Timeless. It's so good. Still my go to IEM.

[@afblaze94]

I am interested in S12 so what's your feedback about it compared to the other two?

[@barneyrubble9309]

@@afblaze94 S12 is similar to the Timeless but its mids are more forward and can get just a tad shouting to my ears....supposedly has more bass to but I don't hear it. It's a good solid set if you like a slightly brighter presentation.

[@JoseFerreira-zb7wh]

I would urge you to try the shuoer s12 and if you want to try an open back iem the RAPTGO HOOK-X (a bit more pricey)

[@tiagorodrigues5717]

is my impression or he plays with the voice mixing? some time have a tiny echo and sometime are more clean to hear and another time are a little bit beckwards

[@hardtobearit]

they are a bit more shouty compared to the 7hz timeless but they are 100 more for the timeless so its expected to be better

[@ograin8045]

Are the details still there in comparison?

[@lordbiscuitthetossable5352]

Brought this one so I could have a cheap, planar IEM to take to work. Have not obtained them yet so I am keenly watching this review, commenting and I will either edit or leave a reply of my experiences once I have received them. I don't usually go in on Collabs, but I wanted to try these out as I liked the HE1000V1 and kinda wanted a sample of what would await me if I got a Planar IEM, even though I generally prefer headphones. Of course, there's the timeless, but I guess if I still use the Sony 1000M4 fairly frequently despite having access to better, I figured I didn't mind trying out what I presume would be "alright" before deciding whether I want more of it. Edit: Oh dear. I kinda feel like I've made a mistake.

[@juliuscharan3690]

Is it still working?

[@lordbiscuitthetossable5352]

@@juliuscharan3690 I''ll be honest, I ended up upgrading and selling it on about a year ago (I know it says a year ago, but it always rounds down.) so I'm not sure it does. It worked perfectly fine when I sold it on however, and it felt plenty sturdy.

[@scouy]

The diokos are insanely comfortable in my ears with the stock sticky tips. Looks like you might have the incorrect filter problem?

[@karaalaa9419]

no he doesn't

[@MohnishSinghOfficial]

best iem for metal and rock music?

[@smoloms]

For me a lot of the time the physical shape and comfort of an IEM often wins out over sound quality. I will go for what's more comfortable over what sounds good because what good is sound quality if im too uncomfortable to listen to them.

[@protractman]

Agreed, I was tossing up this or the s12 but the Dioko looks like it has a far greater potential to be uncomfortable. Its a shame because I think the Dioko would have suited my tastes better

[@jansmejkal6846]

@@protractman I know what the big man in the vid said and I respect it because he's more knowledgable than me, but I must speak against him and prompt you to at least try them out if possible. I agree with Zymon that for me too, the comfort of the thing does almost always outweight the potential unideal EQ choices (2lazy2 EQ my stuff as I make music as well and when I'm given an EQ, I just end up tweaking it for every song and don't rly listen to it except like the last twenty seconds when I'm done tweaking it :D. I've got the dioko a few days ago, I hate having stuff in my ears AND YET I gravitate to them over most of my overears just for the sheer comfort they provide to me. Yes, they stick out, the cable support is nonexistent, they are heavy... But they're so comfortable and stable to me, I just don't at all know why :D

[@protractman]

@@jansmejkal6846 well it's good to hear that they are fitting some people well. I don't doubt they sound amazing but the s12 went on sale and I already pulled the trigger. Their arriving today so hopefully they satisfy otherwise it might be a return for the dioko. Thanks for sharing your experience with them!

[@jansmejkal6846]

@@protractman yea, no problem, I hope they work out for you!

[@michaelgeorge5436]

I'm really confused by this review. Not once did you mention the filter error in the first batch and whether you had those or changed the filters? Mine are awesome and don't have the treble issue you describe.

[@ChaseHub]

same, irritating.

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

@@ChaseHub you should be more irritated with 7hz, linsoul, crin.... ie the people that produced the actual IEM. And botched it. Any confusion is their fault. For what it's worth, crin said Josh's pair was after the filter issue was resolved anyway.

[@kyron42]

Chocolate chip trip is one of the best test tracks I've ever heard. Really fantastic. If you don't have a big smile on your face when you listen to it you're not an Audiophile.

[@mooseclappin11]

Tool is a great band for audiophiles in general.

[@aesonone]

idk i'm not in love with this particular album's mastering, there's something about the freq balance that makes it sound harsher and narrower than it could have. still a cool test track tho since you're focused on the drumkit almost exclusively

[@Beanlipe]

Looking at the pictures I always thought they were a perfect circle, they look so odd shaped in the video.

[@calvinyip364]

Hey josh can you review the gizaudio galelio?

[@FabioKasper]

It will certainly have its public.

[@m4nc1n1]

Oh damn they big

[@Krishnakumar-wl7ih]

S12 vs Dioko ?? What's better?

[@thecoreelementsmoto]

How many iem is he going to put his name on this year! Cool to have so much variety in the market tho

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

I think it's a little excessive personally. And also inherently drives up the cost. This would probably be an $85 IEM if they didn't have to pay Crin a licensing fee.

[@RubenStolp]

What are the stock tips on these? I want to order more pairs. Tried them on more of my iems and they generally improve the sound. Anyone?

[@slothninja5180]

You need to review the S12.

[@S85B50Engine]

I wonder if you got one of the ~150 spicy Diokos. What a shame they look so ugly, if they were a more neutral colour and frosted they would look cool, like frosted black or frosted white would look so good on them.

[@samuelljackson.]

This make me wanna buy Aria

[@ROFLWAFFLELAWL4]

I've got the Arias and idk, the Diokos are way better imo but I use mine through a dedicated DAC/AMP. Low ohm so others should handle it but it definitely works well if you give it more power.

[@asan1050]

Thanks Joshua Valour

[@Sasha_May]

It seems that Crinacle indeed does not hear high frequencies well enough especially above 10K. It's all reflected in his ranking and tuning of IEMs.

[@carminedesanto6746]

Then again, I’ve got the S12’…and if freak’n awesomeness..for $50 more . I’ve got one of the Dioko coming ..it may go ahead or behind the Aria in my stable ..or I might just give it away if it’s truly disappointing.

[@colorpilot]

Hopefully you get a nice fit.

[@redleather420]

I think he must not know about the filters that are supposed to come separately for the first 100. These are not bright and they fit quite well and I have trouble with most IEMs.

[@carminedesanto6746]

@@redleather420 Well, I’ll be getting mine today 😋..so I’m very curious to see what’s what 😵‍💫

[@redleather420]

@@carminedesanto6746 very neutral very clean. no bloat whatsoever , very good sub bass extension . only downside i can tell is lack of slam or kick in the mid bass. very good technical performance as well. way above 100$ you will see .

[@carminedesanto6746]

@@redleather420 I hope so 😋

[@exs6708]

This could have the wrong filters.

[@MossPalone]

I have the same experience. The seller (reputable) assure me that it doesn't have the filter issue. But the treble is still too much without EQ for me. I have to apply -5 dB gains on 9.5k. The rest tho is good. Details and bass is enough.

[@garfieldblessesyouwithadri3944]

dioko is just terrible

[@karaalaa9419]

Crin confirmed that Review units weren't affected by the qc issue and only 150 units or so was sold with the issue which I'm guessing this one is not one of them

[@kissdaniel9195]

@@karaalaa9419 Super review's unit was affected. At least that's what crin posted on discord.

[@kylemcdonnell86]

I'm glad to see people using decent condenser mics instead of shotguns or lavs. I don't really understand why reviewers like to keep the mic out of the shot.

[@williamkinney218]

I agree, although I think that mic might be a dynamic mic rather than a condenser.

[@kylemcdonnell86]

@@williamkinney218 aw shit yeah you're right lol

[@pliedtka]

This one is Shure SM7B, very popular studio and broadcasting mike.

[@jayninja2747]

Is it so hard to show a frequency response graph dude

[@jodiac]

Heyyy since you are checking out all these iems, how about reviewing zeos’s collab with hifigo, the shouer z12s? I honestly don’t need more iems, I’m glad with the ones I have and would much rather spend money on speakers or headphones, but I love seeing people review them and I’d love to know your take on those.

[@spyeo]

when audiophile build again?

[@chad6]

Did you get the replacement filters?

[@marlon.8051]

i think he might be using the old ones

[@chad6]

@@marlon.8051 that’s what it seems like lol

[@Ava-wu4qp]

I'm pretty confident he has enough awareness to notice obvious concerns like that before he publishes* a review. You wouldn't ask a construction worker if they remembered to use nails.

[@chad6]

@@Ava-wu4qp I just find it strange that he didn’t ever mention it. That analogy was a miss my guy.

[@redleather420]

@@Ava-wu4qp what? The fact that he didn't even mention it is concerning considering every other reviewer did mention the filter issue. Seems like he would have said something if he knew something. Assuming that he is some pro that is all knowing is quite a strange outlook.

[@smCharles]

please review the Google Pixel Buds Pro soon 😎

[@poiXquared]

Aaaaalllright Truthear X Crinacle ZERO next pleease :)

[@lotog692]

"the cheapest Planar IEM on the market" .... Well, until today, when the CCA PLA13 was released. Unless it turns out that KZ/CCA again got "confused" with tech stuff and it isn't a Planar at all. But until this point, I just bought the CCA PLA13 for €62,55, which makes it even cheaper, than the Dioko. Don't know whether it's any good though, 'cause it'll take about 2 weeks to be shipped to Europe, I guess ... so we'll see. :)

[@matthewdavies2057]

It's ruby glass and much more scratch resistant.

[@aliibrahim449]

What is planar ?

[@Karhallarn]

Thank you for getting me 100$ to spent on Vinyl that I won't spent on Headphones... ;-)

[@rafidshahriarpranto588]

Waiting for the review of truthear zero

[@HobbyTalk]

Charge your phone 😝 jk it wasn’t even in the red. I won it from Linsoul, I’m excited to try it. Not sure it’ll hold up to P1 Max or Timeless though.

[@Allaces305]

You probably got one of the first 150 that got sent out with the wrong filters that graph with a lot more treble energy. You should contact the seller and request the proper filters.

[@garfieldblessesyouwithadri3944]

no the dioko just sound terrible

[@Allaces305]

@@garfieldblessesyouwithadri3944 Lol...You might be right.. I'm listening to it and it just doesn't do anything for me.. It's just blah

[@garfieldblessesyouwithadri3944]

@@Allaces305 send it back and get a real IEM like the moondrop variations.. although it might be expensive, it's the best iem or headphone scientifically speaking

[@Allaces305]

@@garfieldblessesyouwithadri3944 I have the Variations already.

[@garfieldblessesyouwithadri3944]

@@Allaces305 oh wow im jealous, I've been saving money for months to get them as im a student

[@kyron42]

What's the best iem for imaging and soundstage for $100?

[@karaalaa9419]

If you are looking for Imaging and soundstage you should probably not get an IEM at all but here is 2 recommendations none the less: 1.Moondrop Aria 2.Dunu titan s Tho some would argue that there are better sounding IEMs under 100 which are the Etymotic ER2XR/ER3XR but they don't have a great soundstage

[@kyron42]

@@karaalaa9419 thanks. And what's the best soundstage in imaging under $200?

[@karaalaa9419]

@@kyron42 At this price point there are a lot better over ear options including the HD58X, Philips Fidelio x2hr and the HE400i and HD 560s. But for an IEM there are some that are worth the price (the Etymotic ones are still the best just not for soundstage) for that I would recommend the Moondrop Kato and if you can stretch the budget 20$ more you can get the 7hz timeless which are one of the best IEMs under 500$

[@hartyewh1]

I wonder how good it get's with EQ.

[@aesonone]

in theory planars are more "eq-able" than other technologies, i'd guess you could get pretty good results if there is not too much small scale disbalance to your ears that would be beyond reasonable adjustment

[@V1ralB1ack]

These are a steal. For the price of dinner for 2 these are insanely good. They sound like the best dd iem ever. With clarity and natural sound. These and a fiio btr5 and you're set.

[@mugcat69]

"all thoughts here are my own" while being held at gunpoint

[@kanz7329]

well Kinera released one for 49 USD

[@kirkhamilton775]

I dont know if i have ever heard josh not recommend the aria in an IEM video lol

[@hanzinoz]

Personally I hated the tips. I replaced mine with super soft ones. Also, I know burning-in is bullshit, but over time the highs is isn't as piercing as before. or maybe super soft silicones did the trick.

[@alessandrospilotti3316]

Or maybe your brain got used to it

[@Hari-kx2er]

Please review its older brother, 7hz Timeless

[@Wingedmagician]

And s12

[@Vamp898]

The Big Advantage of using Planars is, that you can have much larger diaphragms compared to dynamic drivers because they tend to loose the control when they are getting too big. The biggest dynamic driver so far in headphones is the MDR-Z1R with 70mm and only with a lot of effort and compromises and planars easily go to 110mm So because you have more/better control about the diaphgragm, you can make it much bigger. So why exactly would you put an Planar into an IEM? This Planar is smaller than some dynamic drivers you find in IEMs like the 16mm XBA-Z5 driver. It makes no sense whatsoever. All the issues that planars solve, are not there in IEMs in the first place. Maybe we reached the point where IEM are pretty much at their peek with several options being as close to perfection as virtually possible, that companies have to come up with something new that is rather different than better to make people invest money in again.

[@nickdual]

Are they Chinese products?

[@akulinamackenzie4492]

💕👍

[@brothatwasepic]

Tool Army unite

[@donedane2269]

i mean the size isnt the IEMs fault you even admit all planar IEMs have that issue

[@andrescarrera6955]

I cant wear the Aria for more than 5 minutes. The Dioko is comfy for me. God gifted you with looks. Gave you weird ears lol. Your Sony does not have the power to drive the Dioko. I would be unhappy with them too. For a person who is not a bass head, there is something missing.

[@ROFLWAFFLELAWL4]

This is my experience so far too. I have the Snowias which are even brighter than the OG and sound wise I like the Diokos way more. The Snowia is fine but for him to say the Aria is better in bass seems odd. I've tried my friends Arias and even EQd Snowia to them too and got the same sound, even then I felt like the details in Dioko were WAY better. Although Dioko is easy to run it definitely shines with more power. Through my DAC/AMP connected to PC it sounds perfect.

[@cadmiumpureland]

U are comparing DD with planar. They are different 😅. Planar will never have the rich tonal range/timbre of the DD. That's a fact! See planar as a planar.

[@cadmiumpureland]

And I see so many haters in the comments. They came to hate😱 and nothing else.

[@kylemcdonnell86]

I absolutely hate the look and I really figured it wouldn't fit well.

[@lsim001]

Copied Crin's video title? haha.

[@kyron42]

IEMs and headphones should come with recommended EQ so that they can be reviewed with that EQ inplace.

[@AndRootPro]

Or they could tune it properly

[@kyron42]

@@AndRootPro then it would cost many hundreds of dollars.

[@borbetomagus]

There's an 'AutoEQ' project by jaakkopasanen that addresses this. /watch?v=QFB9uBKyP8s /watch?v=PsijHAVLbuY /watch?v=lPAOMhFMWpQ

[@natepeace1737]

That’s an incredible planar IEM? What in the hell is a planar IEM? Lol