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TFZ Series 5 & Series 5S IEM
andypak01
430
Jul 27, 2016
Recently got the Sennheiser IE800. In my opinion, it costs less by getting TOTL from well known brand as supposed to get multiple mid to low end products. I, too, have a collection of budget IEMs that I don't use and they add up to substantial amount.
needhelp
331
Jul 27, 2016
andypak01eyeing ie800 too, how much did you get it for?
andypak01
430
Jul 27, 2016
needhelpPicked them up for $500 from authorized dealer. No longer available.
decommo
25
Jul 28, 2016
andypak01Yes, I fully agree. I still fell in a victim of purchasing this IEM after hearing so many hypes even if I also own IE800 which I paid close to $800. I just have to see what the hype is about this IEM. :)
andypak01
430
Jul 28, 2016
decommoHaha. I do the same sometimes only to kick my self for not listening to logic after hearing it. I got Fostex x00 due to hype and I don't use it after burn in. I have more than 10 headphones in that range I don't use purchased from hype and just getting into IEMs. I try not to fall into the same pattern.
echineko
196
Jul 28, 2016
andypak01The most difficult thing is to say no sometimes. But you're absolutely right to focus on the big ticket item instead of distractions. Anything particular in your sights?
decommo
25
Jul 28, 2016
andypak01Spot On. That is what I will do. No more Chi-Fi.. Just stick to TOTL that suits my sound taste the most and just enjoy. :) For me, Open back full size - HD600, Closed back full sized - Yam MT220, IEM - IE800 & ER4S. They are all good so no need extra for me really. Now this Series 5 added into my plate.. Will see if it lives up to hype.. :|
PxOR
65
Jul 28, 2016
andypak01Three types people are the budget IEM targers: non enthusiasts who just want better sound but not spending a limb; enthusiasts rotating cheap stuff for fun (me); and the victims who are emotionally invested in the impassable paradox of price and reward...
Posh_Dev
12
Jul 28, 2016
PxORI can say though that source components matter the most. I went into Costco and got my tires changed. While waiting I went over to electronics and demoed a Marshall Monitor closed back headphone. It was $70 and on the demo unit it sounded like utter crap. I had my DacPort Slim, phone, and cable with me and I worked the plug free and put it in. OH MY FREAKING GOODNESS, that transformed the headphones right then and there. They went from tinny CRAP to having a well pronounced bass, slightly recessed mids with a slight peak, and a nice trebel reveal that did wonderful on guitar riffs and classic rock. I showed the manager and told them how to sell more. Will they do it? Prob no. Moral of the story...it isn't about the price. Phones I wouldn't pay $30 sounded better than some $300 phones I've heard. Hype or no hype, more $$$ does not equal more quality. There...I'll get off my enabler soapbox.
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