Iemsonly posted a review of the R-115 IEMs on Head-Fi. It is a single BA driver IEM and such has compromises as you can see from iemsonly’s summary:
Pros – Perfect bass, lush and intimate mids, super easy to drive.
Cons – Laidback treble, slightly coloured, not very detailed
At the $120 USD price point you have many options including the fantastic en700 Pro from Simgot.
CLICK HERE ===> for the Review of the R-115
Jude posted a video review of JH Audio’s latest iteration of their 12 BA driver 4 crossover Layla IEM. In this iteration, they are using 3D printing to create the audio channels rather than discrete tubing as in the original versions. This reduces the size of the IEM down to a manageable size as many folks didn’t like the size of the prior models. Personally, I don’t have an issue with the size of my Gen 1 Laylas but I also do use them as my mobile IEM. Additionally, one has to assume the new manufacturing process significantly reduces the labor necessary to build them. It will be interesting to see graphs on the audio performance of the 3D printed channels versus the individual tubing. Enjoy the video review below.
LMka has a review of the Fearless Audio S10 IEMs on Head-Fi. This is a 10 balanced armature driver setup in a 4-way crossover configuration.
Pros – Balanced sound, wide sound field, detailed yet smooth, sweet vocals, non fatiguing yet revealing, tight textured bass.
Cons – Quality control issues on Fearless side, some may prefer a thicker sound signature
Berkhan posted an in-depth review of Kinera’s Odin IEM on Headfonia. The Odin is an 8 balanced armature 4-way crossover IEM using drivers from Knowles and Sonion. The configuration is 2BAs for lows, lower mids, upper mids and highs.
MrGummido posted a review of the iBasso IT01 single dynamic driver IEM over on Head-Fi. The sound profile is V shaped. The IEM housings looks fairly generic and uses MMCX cables. For the IT01’s price point of $99 you may want to consider other options such as the those from vendors such as 1More or SIMGOT.
Pros – Price
– Versatile
– Cable
Cons – Source-sensitive
– Might be slightly large for some people
B9Scrambler posted on Head-Fi a review of the ZETA IEM. Sounds like they are a good value at around $15.
Pros – Solid build and material quality – Warm, easygoing signature – Well-matched accessory kit
Cons – Perception of value as it is lacking features now common at this price like a three button remote or removable cables
McSchnauze posted a review of the T20 on Head-Fi. The T20 $189 single dynamic driver with dual coils. The link to the review is below.
Pros – Warm yet detailed. Lively/Energetic. Lush & Natural… almost analog-like.
Cons – Bass can be too prominent. On most tracks, just above-average soundstage.
Ngoshawk posted a review of the Atlas IEM over on Head-Fi. This is a single 10mm dynamic driver unit priced at $1,299. It better be outstanding for a single DD IEM at that price and from the review it sounds like it is. Ngoshawk states that this is shaping up as a foundation shaker, much the way the Vega did not that long ago.”
CLICK HERE to view the Atlas review
Pros – Excellent fit and finish.
Fantastic bass.
Litz cable.
Quality, quality, quality.
Sound, which typifies a Flagship
Cons – Driver flex.
Fingerprint collector.
Nothing else.
Atlas specifications:
Driver: 10mm Single full range dynamic driver
Diaphragm: Plasma enhanced Chemical Vapor Depostion (C.V.D.) Amorphous Diamond Like Carbon (A.D.L.C.) Diaphragm.
Sensitivity: 105 dB SPL/mW
Frequency Response: 5Hz–20 kHz
Impedance: 19Ω @ 1kHz
Material: Stainless steel body
Connectors: Beryllium / Copper MMCX
Cable Material: Pure Silver Litz
Cable Length: 1.2M (4 feet)
Plug: 3.5mm Gold plated
Ezekiel77 posted a review of the FH1 over on Head-Fi. This single titanium dynamic driver IEM is priced at $75. From Ezekiel77’s review it sounds like the FH1 is a very respectable IEM in the sub-$100 category. Go check out the review in the link below.
Pros – Class-leading mids tuning, natural signature with good timbre, bass extension, robust build quality, classy design, ergonomic fit, two cables provided, price!
Cons – Overwhelming bass at times, soundstage depth and layering, treble extension and air, detail and resolution, MMCX connectors.
Unique Melody has posted an announcement of their two new IEMs, the Maven and the Mirage. CLICK HERE to view the announcement.
The Melody specifications:
Frequency response range: 20Hz-25KHz
Sensitivity: @1KHz 108dB
Impedance: 26Ω
Driver Count: 11BA
Crossover: 4-way crossover system
Driver Configuration: 4 low + 2 mid range + 4 high +1 custom semi-open tuning unit
Priced at $2,000
The Mirage specifications:
Frequency response range: 20Hz-20KHz
Sensitivity: @1KHz 104dB
Impedance: 23Ω
Driver Count: 3BA
Crossover: 3-way crossover system
Driver Configuration: 1 low +1 custom open mid range +1 high
Priced at $1,000
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