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1. Etymotic ER3SE & ER3XR IEMs

#1 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"This review is for the ER3XR. Short version: This is a fantastic IEM! If you are inclined toward neutral sounding IEMs, but still like full bodied bass, these are..."  Read More

$149.95
$189.99

2. 7HZ Timeless IEM

#2 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"If I had to own only one pair, the Timeless would probably be my choice. Background: retired military (combat arms), mild, bilateral but asymmetrical hearing loss,..."  Read More

3. Drop + Etymotic ERX In-Ear Monitors

#3 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Drop + Etymotic ERX review. Etymotic needs no introduction when it comes to IEMs. They were around during the early days (before most of you kids in 2022 obtained..."  Read More

$229
$299

4. Campfire Audio Vega 2020 IEM

#4 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Vega was released at the same time as the same Campfire audio Draco. I compared these two IEM and thought Draco was better sound firstly. Draco has more flamboyant..."  Read More

$299
$899

5. Campfire Audio Dorado 2020 IEM

#5 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Complaints??? I own a few iems, all over $1200. Love them each. These are wonderful and honestly, I cannot understand how anyone can find these lacking. They is..."  Read More

$599
$1099

6. Campfire Audio Supermoon IEM

#6 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Campfire Audio is already known for painstakingly detailed tuning and precise engineering, and the Supermoon IEM is poised to send that reputation (and that detail) to...  Read More

$799
$1099

7. Campfire Audio Atlas IEM

#7 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Campfire Audio takes an unabashedly high-end approach to audiophile excellence—and the Atlas IEM takes that concept in new directions all over the map. Each Atlas...  Read More

$449
$899

8. Massdrop Blue Box: MEE Audio IEMs

#8 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Looking for a pair of in-ear monitors? We’re partnering with MEE Audio to offer an exclusive grab bag of goodies, featuring well-reviewed products that pack a heck of...  Read More

9. Massdrop Blue Box - MEE Wireless Headphone Grab Bag

#9 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Best earbuds for the money. I paid $25 for an excellent pair of earbuds."  Read More

10. Massdrop x NuForce EDC In-Ear Monitors

#10 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"These IEMs are amazing. The response is very flat and they work really well when monitoring audio from my camcorder, what I currently use them for. The only nitpick I..."  Read More

11. Massdrop x HiFiMAN RE-00

#11 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Back in 2007, HiFiMAN released a line of earphones so impressive, it rocketed the still-new company to the ranks of some of the most respected names in the audiophile...  Read More

12. Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 In-Ear Monitors

#12 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"*UPDATED, SEE BOTTOM OF POST* I've owned my EDC3's for just over 5 months now, and I use them nearly every day. They are extremely comfortable, easy to drive, and..."  Read More

13. Massdrop x HIFIMAN Bolt In-Ear Monitors

#13 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Pros: Very punchy bass, Excellent noise isolation, L shape jack, Flat cable, Solid housing, only $10 Cons: Mids/Treble is lacking, Cable coating feels cheap. From..."  Read More

14. MEE Audio Pinnacle Blue Box

#14 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Did you ever sit down at a grand piano and play a handful of really really loud keys in the first or second octave? The strings rumble, and the whole room is..."  Read More

15. Massdrop Blue Box: Brainwavz IEMs

#15 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"I received the M100s. Couldn't be happier with the sound. Great for everyday use. What a bargain!!!"  Read More

16. Tin Audio T2 Pro IEM

#16 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"This is the second product I received from Massdrop after a pair of Hifiman HE4XX headphones. I wanted to buy the original Tin Audio T2 since I read online a bunch of..."  Read More

17. MEE audio 2nd-Generation IEM Blue Box

#17 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"I wound up with the default M6 (clear). Sound isn't the greatest, but they've become my go-to iem for sleeping. Super lightweight and comfortable. If they break, I'll..."  Read More

18. BLON BL-03 IEM

#18 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Punches WAY above it's weight $$ wise. Exceptional detail, imaging and bass. Plain and simple I hear things with these that I do not hear from my ZSX10 Pro, TinT2,..."  Read More

19. Massdrop x MEE audio Pinnacle PX IEMs

#19 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Specific bliss! At first listen I was kind of disappointed. Most of my other IEMs I throw on, plug into my phone and get immediate satisfaction from whatever song I..."  Read More

20. MEE Audio Sport-Fi M6 Earphones

#20 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Great case, waterproof, comfortable-sound makes Jay Z sound like Jay Pharoah. 5 star case, 5 star value, no star sound Under $10 for waterproofish earbuds (don't call..."  Read More

21. Massdrop Blue Box Sennheiser Exclusive Grab Bag

#21 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Great product, even though unlucky. I am writing this review to say that despite this drop having ended all this time ago, my pair of buds I got from this only just..."  Read More

22. MEE Audio M6 IEMs – 2018 Version

#22 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

The MEE Audio M6 IEMs boast a lab-tested sweat- and water-resistant design and a shape that’s meant to stay in the ear comfortably—so you can forget about your...  Read More

23. Massdrop x Noble X Universal IEMs

#23 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"I am by no means an expert audiophile, but in my humble opinion these IEMs sound exceedingly well. I have read the rave reviews of other Noble Audio IEMs (mainly their..."  Read More

24. Tin HiFi T3 IEM

#24 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"King of the hill. I took my sweet time with these and I went to feeling burned out of my money to thanking the good lord for chi-fi. When I received them I was..."  Read More

25. Massdrop Plus Universal IEMs

#25 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"I've been a personal audio enthusiast all my life, and here goes my first review. I've always preferred IEMs to cans due to my wide head, clamping force has always..."  Read More

26. Drop + JVC HA-FDX1 DUAL CARBON IEM

#26 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"DROP x JVC HA-FDX1 Dual Carbon Disclaimer: Massdrop provided the HA-FDX1 as an advanced sample for the purposes of this review. They did not influence the review in..."  Read More

27. MEE audio Pinnacle P2 IEM

#27 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Needs some improvements to be perfect. Well, I use p2 earphones witt fiio btr3 bluetooth adapter, so i bought a short fiio lc-3.5as cabble with mmcx for 15 usd. And..."  Read More

28. Etymotic Research ER20 Earplugs

#28 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Don't ever use foam plugs for concerts. I wear these for clubbing. Fantastic if you want to preserve your hearing"  Read More

29. Nuforce NE-600X In Ear Monitors

#29 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

The sound quality on these monitors is seriously awe-inducing. The 11 mm dynamic driver is beefed up by unique reflection wave technology that sends back your sound...  Read More

30. Brainwavz S1 Earphones

#30 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Apart from sound quality, the two main complaints against most cheap ear buds are the cheesy plastic housing and the easily shredded cord. Solving both of those issues...  Read More

31. Brainwavz S5 Earphones

#31 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Entry level IEMs can fall short in a lot of ways. Maybe the build quality isn't up to your expectations, or the lack of tip choices makes it difficult to find a...  Read More

32. Massdrop Blue Box: Blue Ever Blue

#32 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Looking for a pair of high-performance earbuds or IEMs? We’re partnering with Blue Ever Blue to offer an exclusive grab bag of goodies, featuring well-reviewed...  Read More

33. OSTRY KC06A Inner-Ear Earphones

#33 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"mine are currently running strong for over five years and counting(as of 2021). I've seen reviews criticise the cable quality and the technical longevity of the..."  Read More

34. Massdrop x MEE audio Planamic In-Ear Monitors

#34 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Very Important update and edit: I scoured the reviews for this IEM to see where things went wrong and why there were such polarizing reviews including my own at first..."  Read More

35. Massdrop Blue Box: Thinksound

#35 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"I am not a expert reviewer of head phones, but I know what I like. I have several pair of cans, but they are not always convenient to carry or stuff in a backpack. I..."  Read More

36. Tin Hifi P1 IEM

#36 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Amazing!!! (with proper setup). I have owned the P1 for 2+ months now, and I am shocked by how good it is. It sounds amazing with all the natural textures, and..."  Read More

37. Blue Ever Blue 328R Earbuds

#37 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Delivering a warm, smooth sound, the Blue Ever Blue 328R earbuds boast an extended bass, well-textured mids, and clean highs. For even further clarity, patented HDSS...  Read More

38. NSMO Jr. Gaming IEM

#38 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"After using them for a few days its apparent they are way under priced. Genuinely. Plugging them into my Razer Blade 15, which has a mediocre Dac at best, they sound..."  Read More

39. Tin HiFi T4 IEM

#39 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Amazing. This made what I was using previously sound like shit. It's like having the ability to hear for the first time and thinking holy shit this is fucking amazing."  Read More

40. Beyerdynamic DX 120 iE Earphones

#40 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

When searching for bass heavy earphones, it’s important to find ones that don’t distort the sound. For some high performance buds that give your bass some oomph, go...  Read More

41. Massdrop x Noble Kaiser 10 Universal IEMs

#41 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"A truly spectacular pair of not just IEMs, but headphones in general; by far the best I've ever owned. Before getting to the sound, a few things to get out of the..."  Read More

42. NuForce NE800M Earphones

#42 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Made from lightweight, durable carbon fiber and solid brass, the NuForce NE-800M IEMs are a substantial upgrade from the default buds that come with your smartphone or...  Read More

43. TFZ Series 5 & Series 5S IEM

#43 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

The highest-end model in the TFZ series, the Series 5 IEMs have gained a following on Head-Fi, Reddit, and Super Best Audio Friends for delivering a seriously big bang...  Read More

44. Moondrop KXXX IEM

#44 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"Like a starfield, but "better". Basically these sound very similar to a star field to me with a slight bump in the low end. I'm not going to use fancy audiophile chef..."  Read More

45. BGVP DMG IEM

#45 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"I have previously commented on my experience with the DMG in the comments section but I felt I should offer an amateur review. I've purchased quite a few IEM style..."  Read More

46. JayBird BlueBuds X Sport Bluetooth Headphones

#46 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

You're looking for a Bluetooth IEM that is built tough, fits securely, and sounds great to boot. The official training headphones used by the USA triathlon team,...  Read More

47. Brainwavz Delta IEM Earphones

#47 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Dubbed the “Best In-Ear Headphones Under $40” by The Wirecutter, the Brainwavz Delta IEMs punch way above their weight for the price. Encased in an all-metal housing...  Read More

48. Ultimate Ears UE900s IEM

#48 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

Aiming for the sound of a custom in-ear monitor with the convenience of a universal fit, the Ultimate Ears UE900s is well suited for personal listening and...  Read More

49. TFZ Exclusive Series IEMs

#49 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

"I purchased the Exclusive Series 5 IEMs and I love them. These work best with an eq. Bass and treble can be customized and they sound really great."  Read More

50. First Harmonic IEB6 IEM with Mic

#50 in Best Universal IEM Headphones of 50 products

From First Harmonic, the passion project of Thinksound founders Aaron Fournier and Mike Tunney, the IEB6 IEM stands out for its neutral sound signature and the...  Read More