Balanced armatures are special, I haven't heard any BA-IEMs that I can handle, somehow everything always sounds wrong to me, for comparison I would be interested in the KZ AS24 with 12BA hybrid drivers, my previous BA IEMs are in the drawer and I don't want to put them in my ears. The MP145 are perfect for me
Apart from a few YouTube videos, I can't find any information about this new IEM, it looks nice. I've now found a spec page, they are 13mm planar drivers, probably similar to the KZ PR3? Because planar fascinated me, I've now got myself a Hifiman Sundara and am listening to it a lotI'm tempted to try the LetShuoer S08, but that treble roll-off doesn't seem right.
I doubt there is anything special about balanced armatures. I bet those who tend to use them tune the IEM in the same way speaker makers using planar and ribbon drivers do--to make them sing "listen to me, I'm a ribbon!"
Etymotic popularized them way back in the day because they were used in hearing aids and the founder of the company came from an audiology background. And the small size that makes them useful for hearing aids also works well for designing a tiny deep insertion IEM. But many years later Ety managed to design a dynamic driver small enough for that form factor that can deliver the goods, and I believe that nowadays the ER2XR is the best IEM they make.I doubt there is anything special about balanced armatures. I bet those who tend to use them tune the IEM in the same way speaker makers using planar and ribbon drivers do--to make them sing "listen to me, I'm a ribbon!"
It could also be imperfect crossovers, since most IEMs aren't that sophisticated.Yes. I also suspect that. That the difference is mostly due to spicy tunings to make you believe that you are hearing some "high-res" audio.
I will I could blind myself to determine whether the weird separation (audio coming from slightly different places) I hear with multiple drivers is real or just suggestion.
It could also be imperfect crossovers, since most IEMs aren't that sophisticated.
It looks pretty. But the tuning seems more of a cozy polite style, than an allrounder.Another one praising the JUZEAR BUTTERFLY 61T
I also have the Artti T10. However, I wanted a little more precision and treble and bought the Nicehck F1 pro. It's also a planar IEM and I think its sound is exactly what I've been looking for: dynamic, clear with good resolution and accurate bass. I only paid 79 euros for it. Its frequency response is very similar to the Simgot EW 200 I own, which seems to have almost the same frequency response as the new praised Simgot Supermix 4 IEM.My current favorite is the Hidizs MP-145, for around US$120 (when on AliEx sale), very closely followed by the ARTTI T10, for around US$55 (when on AliEx sale). Both are planars. Both are well tuned. Both are nicely accessorized (cables, tips), though the MP145 comes in a leatherette bag in lieu of a case.
The MP-145 has a larger, exquisitely machined & anodized alloy shell that may pose problematic fitment for smaller ears. The T10 has a plastic shell and is both compact and light, making fitment a breeze and long-wearing sessions a joy. In this regard, the T10 is not winning any visual design awards.
The T10 is a unique planar insofar as sounding to me like a properly tuned and cohesive DD/hybrid, but with the speed of attack and detail retrieval of a classic planar.
The MP-145 carries a unique 14.5mm planar driver and its tuning is exquisite; enjoyable across my eclectic choice of genre.
The T10 is the winner on price/performance; while I prefer the design and build of the MP-145 for my own ears. As for sound preference, maybe the MP-145...but it's a photo finish in my book.
Frankly, with these two IEM's in my collection, I find it hard-pressed to spend more than $150 on any IEM these days. These two are that good, imho.
Tone Deaf Monk does not like SIMGOT SuperMix 4 and EM10.Simgot SuperMix 4, simply sublime. deep impactful bass, warm liquid midrange, immensely impressive highs, 3D sound field. Only US$120 to 150
Good job I’m not him, I love them.Tone Deaf Monk does not like SIMGOT SuperMix 4 and EM10.