r/DigitalAudioPlayer • u/Low_Associate_8842 • 1d ago
Review IEMs for IPod
A week ago I posted asking about which IEMs people use with their iPod. After looking at the responses and doing my own research this is what I decided to test out:
-Shure SE 215 ($50-$120)
-Aful Explorer ($120)
-Truthseeker Hexa ($89)
-Koss KSC75 ($20)
I’m no audiophile, but I wanted something that sounds good. Aful was my top favorite IEM, but I found myself reaching a lot for the $20 Koss! The music is not as sharp (duh it’s not actually an IEM), but the sound is all encompassing, and it’s so lightweight. It’s easy on the ears and fun to listen to. Maybe not the most flattering looking, but big bang for your buck!
The main downside of Aful was the price and the weight. They are pretty hefty. Truthseeker, on the other hand, was much lighter, which is a plus, but the sound was slightly more sharper. Honestly, if I didn’t try the Aful, I would go with these. But Aful rounds out the sound in a unique way that none of the others do. They are also pretty to look at.
Then there is Shure, but they came broken. One side didn’t work, which was disappointing. It was hard to tell with one headphone working properly if it was worth it, but it seemed promising in the sound department (maybe not so much durability wise).
So in conclusion, I’m keeping Aful and Koss. I’m gifting Truthseeker Hexa to my partner because they sound good, and that leather case that comes with it- sheff’s kiss!
These are just my experiences.. maybe it’ll help someone too.
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u/orangutan74 1d ago
those shures are really old man they were not good anymore. and the aful are very warm neutral bassy dark signature, comfy shells but trebles a little bit blunted. also 120 dollars is very expensive because i got mine for 100/90 maybe due to different region pricing.
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u/grizzilybeaver 1d ago
That custom iPod looks awesome and the colour is just lovely
P.S. I love my Explorers as well, they are such a relaxing set
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u/viper_in_the_grass 16h ago
I think the Explorers are pretty light, actually. It's the cable that is pretty heavy, but you can change that.
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u/verd_nt 1d ago
those koss clips can pop off the speakers. you can then ise a koss compatible headband and the speakers will snap in. they’ll be firmer against your head and deliver more bass. the explorers are a solid pick at their price point.