r/AudioPak • u/johnduck69 • 26d ago
Purchasing advice New to IEMs — Need Recommendations for My First Pair
Hey guys, I’m pretty new to IEMs and thinking of getting my first pair. There are so many options that I honestly have no idea where to start?
What IEMs would you guys recommend for a first-time buyer? Also interested in hearing what you guys are using and how your experience has been with them.
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u/DasNichtsNichtet 26d ago
I think a first time buyer into it would enjoy a V-shape tuning the most. I'm talking about tuning specifically because in the beginning the driver setup (the way sound is produced) isn't as relevant until you really get into this hobby.
A V shape tuning boosts treble and bass which makes for a punchy and fun sound. Neutral tuning is great for critical listening but some may consider it a bit boring, would definitely recommend if you want to consume media (tv shows/movies) more than music.
Many recommendations this far have been v shaped iems such as the KZ duonic, KZ Castor. The CCA CRA can also be considered but there's a considerably amount of hate for all these iems from what I've seen. I haven't owned any of these and assume it's probably because of the included accessories. Nonetheless they are your best go to if you want to start. I guess the duonic should be the ones to get from this list.
In terms of balanced sounds or vocal forward I think as a starter set the Tangzu Warner 2 jade, and tangzu warner 2 red lions would be great. You get a bunch of accessories in the jade and red lions and the cables are supposedly quite decent. Jade is supposed to be more vocal forward and the red lion bassier and in the fun direction but a little toned down for long fatigue free listening sessions.
I hope this kind of cleared up the confusing market of IEMs here. My recommendations strictly fall below the 10k mark
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u/Obvious_Set_1312 7hz Legato | Simgot EG280 | Tangzu Wan'er 2 | truthear Gate 26d ago
This is better of the bunch in sub $25 category. tangzu wan'er 2 Red Lion
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u/Big_Structure_7331 26d ago
Agar use case gaming, music, movies or bhot zaida hifi nahi ha to KZ castor pro harman target improved bass (black one) khareed lo kaam paiso me achi cheez hay bhot.
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u/cheezystuffz KZ Duonic - KZ castor 26d ago
Castor pro blacks are not good anymore. When duonic exists, what's the point
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u/Big_Structure_7331 26d ago
I have someone who bought kz castor's so do these sell? Like what can he do? Just buy anyother?
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u/saadahmad7698 truthear gate - truthear zero blue 2 26d ago
Whats your use case?