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Noob4Head t1_j5sz8ix wrote

Honestly I'm curious if the sound of really expensive IEMs is THAT much better than some more budget options e.g. I have Moondrop aria snow editions and I really enjoy the sound but how much better would some of these be compared to those?
(Not really an Audiophile so sorry if this sounds very dumb to ask xD)

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youmuace t1_j5uuu23 wrote

Going custom is for the fit, it's not something the majority of people need but it's something that some people, especially professionals, might want.

Cost/Price is not directly correlated with how much you might enjoy them, but if you find something you really like or want something specific and can't find it anywhere else then that high-end set of iems might be the ticket.

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Noob4Head t1_j5uvfrb wrote

Yes that makes sense. It's like I said/asked to another one that replied to my message I'd assume there is a price limit somewhere that goes from actually improving the audio quality to just being for looks, fit and finish, brand name, etc.

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Titan_456 OP t1_j5t3cp8 wrote

Honestly I wouldn’t be able to compare since these would be my first IEM’s. But from my understanding is the number of drivers and them being molded for your ear makes them better, you literally have to get molds of your ears so they can 3D print the shells of the IEM. 64 Audio has different models for different sounds. I chose these (A6T) cuz their supposed to be the sweet spot and they were recommended for gaming.

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Noob4Head t1_j5t64w5 wrote

Damn first pair of IEMs and you instantly go for over $1K ones.
It was also just a general question directed to everyone but thanks for the answer :D

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Z3R0_MP t1_j6impiu wrote

Its the better option overall as I have spent well over 2k on different iems that I simply just don't like because of the fit and getting customs seemed to be the best options for me.

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Noob4Head t1_j6in7i3 wrote

I see, I don't really have that problem. As long as the eartips fit well most IEMs are comfortable for me but if you have so much fit issues with IEMs why don't you just get a decent pair of headphones? (random question maybe it's just idk if it's worth spending SO much on a custom fit pair.)

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Jazzkammer t1_j5tkmbw wrote

They are not. Especially customs. There is a reason custom IEMs are not common anymore with enthusiasts. Horrible (I mean BAD) resale value, cannot share them at meets, and no significant sound upgrades, just better isolation.

I had custom 1964 Ears V6 iems and my Tin T2s blow them out of the water. I would never buy customs again.

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Noob4Head t1_j5tl5kr wrote

I see. Like I would assume that at some point you have reached a certain limit on how good audio can sound in IEMs. Of course the sound difference between a $20 set and a $100 set would be noticeable but I've always been curious if the sound difference between like an $100-200 set and a $1000 is also that noticeable.

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Jazzkammer t1_j5tmdph wrote

I think $500 USD is where the diminishing returns curve starts to take effect in IEMs these days.

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Noob4Head t1_j5tnknh wrote

I see, for now I put the line at about $200USD for audio stuff.My most expensive pair of headphones are my HD 5X jubilee's and I love them. The Moondrop aria snow editions I also really enjoy but yeah you can get about 12 pairs of those for one pair of these.So yeah that was why I was so curious about that.

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Titan_456 OP t1_j5xraoi wrote

My current headset is a steel series artic pro w\ game dac ( over ears). Costed me $250.

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Noob4Head t1_j5xrpez wrote

So you're just rich I see.

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Titan_456 OP t1_j5xs5c9 wrote

Shit I wish I was rich, I wouldn’t have to work 750+ hrs of overtime a year to make a living.

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Noob4Head t1_j5xsfk8 wrote

Or don't buy overly expensive equipment

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Titan_456 OP t1_j5xsxty wrote

Naw, I like money. The overtime is for the slush fund. I’ll keep buying what I want. Can’t take money with you when you die so why not spend it.

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Noob4Head t1_j5xt8ke wrote

Haha that's fair, I've got that too.
Though I always try to be a little money conscious but I do treat myself to something since from time to time. That's why I got the FiiO K3 and the Moondrop Aria snows.

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