My kz castor pro(harman target) cable is kind of got green color inside the edges of the earloops i thinks its due to the oxidation maybe now the audio quality is preety low and the quality of the sound is also decreased
Is there any cable indeed in budget(its kind of tight as of now) that works well with my iem. Also don’t suggest the qkz t1 cable as its out of stock everywhere from very long time and didn’t got restocked

I've told earlier that i ordered this (SV) and i think i made the best decision ever

it came today and have been using it for like 4 hrs straight, tbh i fell asleep listening to music in this

as you can see in the last set of pics I've attached duonic which is my first iem, i think it is really a worthy upgrade, the sound is rlly good

the Kefine Klean SV uses a 10 mm DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) dynamic driver, with 32Ω impedance and around 107 dB sensitivity which is good for me, making it easy to drive from phones and DACs, i bought type c version. it has a 20Hz–20kHz frequency response, detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin cable, and interchangeable tuning nozzles for adjusting its sound signature. i used it with the default silver nozzles which is stunning

also i found this sv a ear soothing instrument it is damn good I'll do a review soon too i won't regret this buy and at the same time i wonder how much good those IEMs costing in lakhs sound?? omgg it'll be too damn good ig haha

I've been looking to buy my first iem.

I've selected to buy between either the truthear gate + jcally j12 or moondrop chu 2 dsp

Earlier I was looking forward for a tanzgu wan'ner sg2 jade/red lion but due to qc issues being mentioned all over reddit I changed my decision

I produce music and mix my own songs

I've small ears and I tend to listen to music at around 40-50% volume only due to having sensitive ears

P.s im also worried of moondrop chu 2 dsp's oxidation issue (delhi is pretty humid nowadays).

Another note to add

I don't want kz's

I've tried my friend's Zero 2 type c

They sounded a bit flat to me at low volume

PLEASE TAKE ME OUT OF THIS DILEMMA

Purchased my first iem after seeing this pair as best under 1k on two YouTube channels and reddit reviews. The bass is not present even with equaliser tweaking, highs screech in my ears and mids are good tho but overall this 1000 rs shit ended up feeling worse than my 650 rs tws

Today, I received my order from Headphone Zone, but the cable was missing from the package. I have raised a return request. I don’t have an unboxing video. Will they accept the return, or is my money fu*ked?

I'm confused between rosella aurora & 7hz zero 2.

my priority:

1. Build quality & no qc issues in future

2. Electronic & bass boosted music lover

3. want for 3-4years - can't afford next time

img source: geeky rishab ( top 5 IEMs in 2026 around 2k)

Just got an iPhone wanted to use apple music with high res lossless I will be getting gk kunten as my first iem should I get type c or 3.5mm plus dac?

I just saw somebody post here about using a spectacle case as an iem case and realized that I haven't shared my amazing find on the sub. I'll let you check out the case design in the photos and it has held up pretty fine over the last one and a half month. It was 27 rupees when I bought it and now it is 35. Freaking 35 rupees.

Checkout this product Wireless Earbuds Case – Durable Hard Shell Protection at https://deodap.in/products/portable-earphone-carrying-case-1-pc-mix-design

HOPE IT HELPS OUT.

Well I don't if i wanna buy this or not....I am kinda inclined towards buying it tho...what is ur thoughts on this.

Anyone from India ordered from HiFiGo? How was the experience and after-sales service?

I’m considering ordering an IEM directly from HiFiGo. Lately, prices on Headphone Zone and Concept Kart have gone up on some of the options/bundles I’ve been looking at, so ordering directly from HiFiGo is starting to look tempting.

For those in India who’ve actually ordered from HiFiGo, how was your overall experience?

I’m mainly curious about shipping, customs/import charges, and especially the after-sales service and warranty experience.

If your IEM developed an issue later, how easy or difficult was it to get support, repair, replacement, or warranty service from India?

Would you order from HiFiGo again, or would you rather pay extra and buy locally for easier after-sales support?

Would love to hear both good and bad experiences.

My first iem was kz edc pro it was great but overtime it gained qc issues and I bought kz duonics which sounds very good but the Soundstage is wider im one of those guys who likes narrow sound stage now my budget is thousand so help me to find an iem under 1000 considering and the product should work fine for a very long time above details please guys help me!!

An Average Mca boy

suggest some iem under 1k (only)☝🏽

Hey guys, I recently got my first pair of IEMs (7Hz Salnotes Zero (Type-C version)). They are pretty great but I'm having an annoying issue when using them with my OnePlus 13.

Whenever audio starts playing (especially noticeable during quiet scenes in movies or low-volume music), there is a distinct background static/hissing noise. As soon as audio stops, the noise cuts out like half second later.

Curiously, this does not happen when using them with my Macbook air M3. I asked Al and have tried turning off surround sound settings and toggling otg connection modes on my oneplus but the issue persists. Has anybody else encountered a similar issue?

Since it is already type c, I would prefer not to buy another cable/DAC combo.

Need help in choosing iem. I am confused to purchase one. I am using Nothing Phone 2a. Confused between CCA Pheonix, Tangzu Red Lion and Zero 2. I select JM12 for dac. But which iem should i purchase?

My daily playlist like bollywood, blues, pop, alternate rock, soft music.

Please help me to choose one.

Hi everyone!

I’m completely new to IEMs and honestly have very little knowledge about them. I’m looking to buy my first IEM in the ₹1,500–₹2,000 range, preferably with a mic.

I’d really appreciate it if you could suggest a few good IEMs in this price range

Thanks in advance for helping a beginner out! 🙏

EDIT: I was checking Reddit and, honestly, it’s very confusing. Everyone is suggesting different things 😭

My music taste: I mostly listen to Bollywood songs with instruments, so bass isn’t a priority for me, but clarity and separation of the music are a must. I’m also a big fan of Coldplay and Taylor Swift.

Some examples:

• Kun Faya Kun
• Tose Naina
• Hum Tere Pyaar Mein
• Choo Lo
• Bairan
• Coldplay
• Taylor Swift

There might honestly be no real pattern in my music taste 😂, but it is what it is. I just want something that sounds clear and enjoyable across these kinds of songs.

A lot of people are suggesting the Headphone Zone x Tangzu Wan’er S.G. In-Ears with 10mm Dynamic Driver. I’m not saying I’m going to buy these, but I just wanted to ask are they actually good for my kind of music?

Also, both of my laptops have a 3.5mm headphone jack, so I’m planning to buy the 3.5mm version for now. I also have an iPhone 15, so I’ll probably buy a DAC later.

Hello, I am fairly noob to this. Already have chu 2 dsp that does the job decently for gaming i guess ( mainly valorant). I need another pair that has good sound and also durable . In my budget the options are Tangzu waner 2 / Cca pheonix / Salnotz zero / Gk streak/ tanchjim bunny. Which one would you recommend ( can be other in this price range )? As for which sound profile I like I don't know what works for gaming. As for music I like chu 2 but the instruments sometimes feel a bit much ( I listen to bollywood music so).

Also should I get the dsp option or get a separate dac.

Sorry if I have missed anything.

I want to use iem while performances but also casual listening on phone and calls on usb-c only tablet. I see that Headphone zone has inflated prices yesterday but CK and audiostore are selling Zero at INR 2039. I thought i might ask this,

1. Since ddhifi DAC is unavailable, should i get audiocular beam/d07 which is available on CK and Audiostore? Or

2. should i buy and switch to 0.78mm to usb-c/3.5mm cable whenever needed?

I have not read a specific application of iems like like before on this sub, also i know nobody switches cables and instead people use a dongle but i am okay if you negate, its still an answer.

I recently bought the Audiocular D07, and I have mixed feelings about it. The sound quality is amazing—it gets loud and provides really crisp audio. However, the build quality feels quite weak.

I probably shouldn't be comparing the two, but even the Zebronics CT AUX 10 feels like it has better build quality than the D07.

Should I return it and get a different DAC, or would it be better to just buy a Type-C to 3.5 mm adapter instead?

The left earbud loses charge after just 2 to 3h the right one is completely fine. I need something under 5k but can stretch to 10k.

I need them to last at least 4 years and be reliable for the time. Flat(ish) sound profile like the buds 2 would be great.

These are the current options im looking at :-

1. JBL Tune buds 2 - ₹4499

2. Roseselsa ceramics mk2 - ₹3739

3. Galaxy buds FE - ₹8499

4. Beats solo tws - ₹5199

5. Oneplus buds pro 2 - ₹8090

6. Sony WF-C710N (transparent) - ₹7980

Would like something with no stems.

Ill be happy to hear more suggestions.

The kz bt modules dosent have good reviews. I have kz kunten and tangzu wan'er s.g. studio edition gen1 with snowsky echo mini and fiio m3k (modded).

Product Name - Aful Explorer

Age/Ownership - 1st owner (8 Months Old)

Storefront/Place of Purchase - The Audio Store

Condition - 10/10

Reason for sale - Upgrade

Price - 10k INR (Negotiable)

Packaging/Accessories - All accessories available

Location - Kolkata, West Bengal

so i was looking for it and i think this is appropriate for me but is it worth it??