# IEMs / In-Ear-Monitors **URL:** https://forum.headphones.com/c/iem-discussion/54.md [Latest](https://forum.headphones.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.headphones.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.headphones.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the IEMs / In-Ear-Monitors category](https://forum.headphones.com/t/about-the-iems-in-ear-monitors-category/7860)
**Author:** [@GoldenSound](https://forum.headphones.com/u/GoldenSound)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2026, 5:33am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/about-the-iems-in-ear-monitors-category/7860 "2026-01-01T05:33:53Z")
This is the spot for posting anything about In-Ear Monitors (IEMs). Each IEM model will get its own thread in “Official IEM Model Discussion”, other IEM related topics go in “General IEM Discussion” --- ## [Status Pro X GoldenSound Edition](https://forum.headphones.com/t/status-pro-x-goldensound-edition/27287)
**Author:** [@GoldenSound](https://forum.headphones.com/u/GoldenSound)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 6:16pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/status-pro-x-goldensound-edition/27287 "2026-08-13T18:16:48Z")
I’m extremely excited to announce the Status Pro X GoldenSound Edition! A 1DD 2BA true wireless system with all the trimmings: - ANC - Wireless Charging - 32hrs total battery life - 96kHz LDAC support - Multipoint & … --- ## [Meze Audio Alba In-Ear Headphones - Official Discussion Thread](https://forum.headphones.com/t/meze-audio-alba-in-ear-headphones-official-discussion-thread/23600)
**Author:** [@taronlissimore](https://forum.headphones.com/u/taronlissimore)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 3:30pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/meze-audio-alba-in-ear-headphones-official-discussion-thread/23600 "2026-08-09T15:30:34Z")
Introducing the new Meze Audio Alba, a pair of $159 IEMs from the Antonio Meze and the team in Romania! From Meze SOUND THAT SPARKS EMOTION Experience the unmistakable Meze sound. Possessing a neutral sound profile… --- ## [CrinEar Reference - Measurements & Official Discussion](https://forum.headphones.com/t/crinear-reference-measurements-official-discussion/27081)
**Author:** [@taronlissimore](https://forum.headphones.com/u/taronlissimore)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2026, 8:46am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/crinear-reference-measurements-official-discussion/27081 "2026-07-14T08:46:14Z")
The CrinEar Reference launch is just around the corner! Launching on April 25th. Crinacle has built a pretty solid foundation with his CrinEar releases and I would expect the Reference to slide right into that solid foun… --- ## [TruthEar x Crinacle Zero Red](https://forum.headphones.com/t/truthear-x-crinacle-zero-red/21227)
**Author:** [@Resolve](https://forum.headphones.com/u/Resolve)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2026, 8:40pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/truthear-x-crinacle-zero-red/21227 "2026-06-24T20:40:25Z")
Review unit provided by Shenzhen Audio: TruthEar x Crinacle Zero Red Review The Zero Red is essentially a version of the Zero that’s tuned to Crin’s preference target rather than Harman IE 2019, which is… --- ## [EQing Headphones Video, does Auto EQing IEMs based on measurements, have all the same challenges?](https://forum.headphones.com/t/eqing-headphones-video-does-auto-eqing-iems-based-on-measurements-have-all-the-same-challenges/27225)
**Author:** [@OK1](https://forum.headphones.com/u/OK1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2026, 12:26am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/eqing-headphones-video-does-auto-eqing-iems-based-on-measurements-have-all-the-same-challenges/27225 "2026-06-21T00:26:18Z")
Just when I think I understand, I watch this video again, and then it hits me. AutoEQ on headphones is just a starting point. And I get that. Albeit these concepts are not the easiest to grasp, for anyone w… --- ## [Discrepancies in sub bass of graphs vs perception](https://forum.headphones.com/t/discrepancies-in-sub-bass-of-graphs-vs-perception/27204)
**Author:** [@pier25](https://forum.headphones.com/u/pier25)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 5:48pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/discrepancies-in-sub-bass-of-graphs-vs-perception/27204 "2026-06-11T17:48:48Z")
I’ve purchased a couple of iems recently which have resulted in a massive discrepancy in the low end between what I see in the measurements and what I hear. Basically some iems sound like someone put a subwoofer into my … --- ## [Chinese Brands - IEMs Discussion](https://forum.headphones.com/t/chinese-brands-iems-discussion/2389)
**Author:** [@antdroid](https://forum.headphones.com/u/antdroid)\ **Replies:** 304\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 2:47pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/chinese-brands-iems-discussion/2389 "2026-05-29T14:47:06Z")
There’s been a lot of recent development from Chinese companies on the IEM and Ear Bud market. I’d like to start a new discussion on discoveries and discussion of new products out of this country, as there are quite a bi… --- ## [How good is bone conduction?](https://forum.headphones.com/t/how-good-is-bone-conduction/2346)
**Author:** [@johnjwall](https://forum.headphones.com/u/johnjwall)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2026, 1:30pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/how-good-is-bone-conduction/2346 "2026-05-25T13:30:12Z")
In the holiday shopping spree I’ve been getting ads from https://aftershokz.com Bone conduction seems interesting for sports but I do have a set of Bose Pulse that I love. Does anybody have any experience with bone cond… --- ## [CrinEar Daybreak: Official Discussion & Measurements Thread](https://forum.headphones.com/t/crinear-daybreak-official-discussion-measurements-thread/26155)
**Author:** [@listener](https://forum.headphones.com/u/listener)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2026, 11:02pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/crinear-daybreak-official-discussion-measurements-thread/26155 "2026-02-27T23:02:46Z")
This is the thread where we’ll be discussing Crin’s newest and first full-production IEM Daybreak. Check out our YouTube review of the Daybreak! Check out my written review of the Daybreak Buy the CrinEar Daybreak at … --- ## [IEMs Discovery & General Discussion](https://forum.headphones.com/t/iems-discovery-general-discussion/4788)
**Author:** [@antdroid](https://forum.headphones.com/u/antdroid)\ **Replies:** 597\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2025, 10:50pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/iems-discovery-general-discussion/4788 "2025-12-09T22:50:48Z")
Since there’s so many IEMs popping up now from all parts of the world, let’s have a thread to talk about IEMs that we discover, and share with others our thoughts and impressions. This probably pertains more to ones that… --- ## [$700 Question](https://forum.headphones.com/t/700-question/26363)
**Author:** [@Tsumake](https://forum.headphones.com/u/Tsumake)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2025, 6:37pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/700-question/26363 "2025-09-06T18:37:50Z")
I have about $600-700 for my next audio purchase and I’m looking at best options for my portable system. For reference, my home setup is a Schiit Modius e and Midgard with the DT 1990 Pro mk1 with the analytical pads. I… --- ## [7hz Salnotes Crinacle Zero 2 - Official Thread](https://forum.headphones.com/t/7hz-salnotes-crinacle-zero-2-official-thread/22397)
**Author:** [@Resolve](https://forum.headphones.com/u/Resolve)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2025, 3:58pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/7hz-salnotes-crinacle-zero-2-official-thread/22397 "2025-08-24T15:58:29Z")
This is the next evolution of the ultra budget in-ear headphone space. Linsoul was kind enough to send one in for review. Here are the measurements: B&K 5128: Calibrated Raw Comparison to the Zero 1: GRAS… --- ## [Campfire Audio Atlas in-ear Headphones - Official Thread](https://forum.headphones.com/t/campfire-audio-atlas-in-ear-headphones-official-thread/64)
**Author:** [@andrew](https://forum.headphones.com/u/andrew)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2025, 5:09pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/campfire-audio-atlas-in-ear-headphones-official-thread/64 "2025-07-14T17:09:44Z")
This is the thread to discuss Campfire Audio’s newest Flagship, the Atlas. --- ## [Sony IEM's - IER-M7, IER-M9, and the IER-Z1R](https://forum.headphones.com/t/sony-iems-ier-m7-ier-m9-and-the-ier-z1r/2609)
**Author:** [@ufospls2](https://forum.headphones.com/u/ufospls2)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2025, 3:23am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/sony-iems-ier-m7-ier-m9-and-the-ier-z1r/2609 "2025-06-05T03:23:10Z")
Hi Guys, I am curious about all three of these IEM’s, but the IER-Z1R in particular. As the Tia Fourte ended up not working out for my ears (they set off my tinnitus after a while for whatever reason, I’m really not sur… --- ## [TruthEar Nova - Official Thread](https://forum.headphones.com/t/truthear-nova-official-thread/22339)
**Author:** [@Resolve](https://forum.headphones.com/u/Resolve)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2025, 9:11pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/truthear-nova-official-thread/22339 "2025-05-18T21:11:53Z")
This is the place to discuss all things TruthEar Nova. Review: Here are the measurements: B&K 5128: Comparison to Moondrop Variations: Comparison to TruthEar Hexa: Tip Comparisons: … --- ## [Moondrop In-Ear Monitors and Ear Buds](https://forum.headphones.com/t/moondrop-in-ear-monitors-and-ear-buds/3342)
**Author:** [@antdroid](https://forum.headphones.com/u/antdroid)\ **Replies:** 249\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 2:56pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/moondrop-in-ear-monitors-and-ear-buds/3342 "2025-05-12T14:56:15Z")
This is the place to talk and discuss about Moondrop audio products and their line of Ear Buds, IEMs, and other products. Company Info: The predecessor of MoonDrop is a studio composed of several enthusiasts. It has… --- ## [Hifiman RE2000](https://forum.headphones.com/t/hifiman-re2000/1856)
**Author:** [@ufospls2](https://forum.headphones.com/u/ufospls2)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2025, 7:04am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/hifiman-re2000/1856 "2025-05-04T07:04:29Z")
Hi Guys, I thought I would try to contribute a little bit to this community, as all I have really done so far is read. Hifiman is a bit of a controversial brand. Be it poor build quality, insane top of the line pricing,… --- ## [Audeze LCDi4 open-back planar magnetic in-ear Headphone - Official Thread](https://forum.headphones.com/t/audeze-lcdi4-open-back-planar-magnetic-in-ear-headphone-official-thread/1132)
**Author:** [@taronlissimore](https://forum.headphones.com/u/taronlissimore)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 3:55pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/audeze-lcdi4-open-back-planar-magnetic-in-ear-headphone-official-thread/1132 "2025-04-28T15:55:25Z")
This is the thread to discuss all things LCDi4! --- ## [Elysian Acoustic Labs - Annihilator 2023 Edition](https://forum.headphones.com/t/elysian-acoustic-labs-annihilator-2023-edition/25387)
**Author:** [@Argha](https://forum.headphones.com/u/Argha)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2025, 10:27pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/elysian-acoustic-labs-annihilator-2023-edition/25387 "2025-03-19T22:27:04Z")
ANNIHILATOR 2023: The Flagship That Rewrote :ear: Venturing into uncharted sonic territory… The Annihilator 2023 exists in that enigmatic space where technical excellence meets personal preference. :sparkles:What happe… --- ## [Rank the IEMs You've Heard](https://forum.headphones.com/t/rank-the-iems-youve-heard/4358)
**Author:** [@jrockwell](https://forum.headphones.com/u/jrockwell)\ **Replies:** 148\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2025, 12:41pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/rank-the-iems-youve-heard/4358 "2025-03-02T12:41:02Z")
This is one of my favorite threads on Head Fi…curious to see opinions of the people on this forum. \*QDC Anole VX → Clear, resolving, balanced, impactful, detailed, well executed bass, stage deep AF…ticks all my boxes. \*… --- ## [Ear Buds Discussion](https://forum.headphones.com/t/ear-buds-discussion/2582)
**Author:** [@antdroid](https://forum.headphones.com/u/antdroid)\ **Replies:** 92\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2025, 6:08am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/ear-buds-discussion/2582 "2025-01-18T06:08:13Z")
This topic is to discuss the classic Ear Bud category of headphones. There’s been a major improvement in this category over the past 3 years beyond the traditional Sony walkman buds and the Apple earbuds that come with y… --- ## [Unique Melody MEST - Hybrid IEM - Official Thread](https://forum.headphones.com/t/unique-melody-mest-hybrid-iem-official-thread/5827)
**Author:** [@Torq](https://forum.headphones.com/u/Torq)\ **Replies:** 366\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2025, 3:07am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/unique-melody-mest-hybrid-iem-official-thread/5827 "2025-01-01T03:07:53Z")
The Unique Melody MEST is a new, hybrid, IEM, featuring a unique combination of four different driver technologies - dynamic, balanced armature, electrostatic and bone-conduction. It is available now, in both universal … --- ## [Hifiman Svanar](https://forum.headphones.com/t/hifiman-svanar/20355)
**Author:** [@SenyorC](https://forum.headphones.com/u/SenyorC)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2025, 2:36am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/hifiman-svanar/20355 "2025-01-11T02:36:58Z")
This thread is to discuss the Hifiman Svanar, the latest flagship model by the brand. (click on image to expand details) image source: hifiman.com --- ## [True Wireless (TWS) Earphones](https://forum.headphones.com/t/true-wireless-tws-earphones/7276)
**Author:** [@SenyorC](https://forum.headphones.com/u/SenyorC)\ **Replies:** 94\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2025, 12:09am UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/true-wireless-tws-earphones/7276 "2025-01-09T00:09:40Z")
As TWS seem to be very popular of late, with many companies (large and small) releasing wireless models, this thread can serve as a space to group the different models available and new launches. --- ## [Etymotic Research Etymotic Research ER3 Series](https://forum.headphones.com/t/etymotic-research-etymotic-research-er3-series/6850)
**Author:** [@transmaster](https://forum.headphones.com/u/transmaster)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2025, 10:23pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/etymotic-research-etymotic-research-er3-series/6850 "2025-01-03T22:23:56Z")
Else where on this forum I have a review on the New FiiO BTR5. I pulled out a pair of fragile Etymōtic Hf3’s to try out. They had not been used in all most 5 years retired with the iPhone 6S. Once the settings in the BTR… --- ## [What’s your EDC?](https://forum.headphones.com/t/what-s-your-edc/1367)
**Author:** [@jflores476](https://forum.headphones.com/u/jflores476)\ **Replies:** 192\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2024, 3:46pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/what-s-your-edc/1367 "2024-12-12T15:46:49Z")
Interested to know what you use for your every day carry? IEMs, Apple buds, portables, etc. I tend to use my Apple earbuds day to day at work. They’re also comfortable if I’m napping at home. One day I hope to have a … --- ## [Dunu x GizAudio Da Vinci - Measurements & Official Discussion](https://forum.headphones.com/t/dunu-x-gizaudio-da-vinci-measurements-official-discussion/23489)
**Author:** [@Resolve](https://forum.headphones.com/u/Resolve)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 10:14pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/dunu-x-gizaudio-da-vinci-measurements-official-discussion/23489 "2024-11-20T22:14:48Z")
This is the place to discuss all things to do with the Dunu x GizAudio Da Vinci. Timmy was kind enough to have one sent over for review. Here’s the video: Yes… this is my happy face. Here are the measure… --- ## [Is it just me or am I the only one who just can't stand IEM. So,I just buy cheap and basic just for exercise](https://forum.headphones.com/t/is-it-just-me-or-am-i-the-only-one-who-just-cant-stand-iem-so-i-just-buy-cheap-and-basic-just-for-exercise/1729)
**Author:** [@frank\_gyure2](https://forum.headphones.com/u/frank_gyure2)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2024, 9:47pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/is-it-just-me-or-am-i-the-only-one-who-just-cant-stand-iem-so-i-just-buy-cheap-and-basic-just-for-exercise/1729 "2024-11-10T21:47:59Z")
Is it just me or am I the only one who just can’t stand IEM’s. Even if they are a tiny bit loose I slam them back in. Or they are tight and uncomfortable.So,I just buy cheap and basic just for exercise. --- ## [The Ultra Cheap IEM Thread](https://forum.headphones.com/t/the-ultra-cheap-iem-thread/1963)
**Author:** [@Crezo](https://forum.headphones.com/u/Crezo)\ **Replies:** 1448\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2024, 7:12pm UTC](https://forum.headphones.com/t/the-ultra-cheap-iem-thread/1963 "2024-09-29T19:12:41Z")
I thought it might be fun to create a thread to share experiences and reviews of the ultra cheap bargain find IEMs out there. Most of us here will generally be spending a few hundred at a minimum, however I always like … [Next page](https://forum.headphones.com/c/iem-discussion/54.md?page=1)