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These are pro version u can go for normal one also that is best it's depends on your budget
Um recommendation is good it's just that in starting people don't like planer but as they listen more they start to love it and arrti t10 is best for budget
I don't think there gonna be a much difference as fiio ka 11 also is powerfull dac for any planer where u can improve in fiio ka 13 with a 4.4mm cable but can't do this in fiio ka11 but it's not something significant just but arrti t10 it's best planer for that range
Bhai, aise to batata hi reh jaunga. This is formatted with chat gpt, whatever iem you look, check what kind of tuning it has
Here’s a simple breakdown of common IEM tuning shapes and what they’re good for:
V-shaped: Boosted bass + treble, recessed mids.
Fun, punchy, sparkly. Great for EDM/hip-hop, but vocals can feel a bit distant.
U-shaped: Similar to V but less extreme.
Still energetic but vocals stay clearer. Good all-rounder tuning.
Neutral / Flat: Everything is balanced.
Accurate and “true to recording,” but can sound a bit boring if you like excitement.
Harman tuning: Slight bass boost, clean mids, controlled treble.
Based on research by Harman. Very natural and widely liked—kind of a safe recommendation.
Bass-head / L-shaped: Heavy bass focus.
Lots of thump and rumble, but mids/treble take a back seat.
Mid-forward: Mids (especially vocals) are emphasized.
Great for vocal-heavy, acoustic, or classical music.
Bright / Treble-focused: Boosted treble.
Very detailed and crisp, but can get harsh or fatiguing.
Quick tip:
- Want fun → V/U shape
- Want accuracy → Neutral
- Want safe all-rounder → Harman
- Want vocals → Mid-forward
- Want detail → Bright (but be careful with fatigue)
Bhai planars are best for metal, rock or any music which has very fast moving instruments. They just bring sooo much detail, wide soundstage but can feel a bit off not natural but man the details, i could hear the cymbals moving clearly after hit in songs. They are that clear. And i think everyone in audiophilia should have one planar set. Maybe get one in future. And since you like classical songs, don’t get a boomy bass set, get something which has smooth tuning and vocal forward. Watch some videos for it
Thats not a good recommendation without explaining what planars are, i have t10, absolutely love them but i didnt like it at first, takes time to appreciate it and op will be using the next iem regularly as a daily driver. Not to mention need of good dac
What are your favorite parts of the Truthear Zero Reds?
A step up to consider aside from the Xenns Mangird Tea Pro would be the ZiiGaat Crescent. They have all of the characteristics of the Xenns except what I found to be a bit of harshness in the higher frequencies for some songs.
One thing I find that helps me look at and envision what an IEM might sound like, while comparing my own experience in listening to others and knowing the graphs, is what may come next or where I'm going to be happy.
Here is an example for the two IEM I have mentioned. Please note who's graph this is so it helps when you view their reviews additionally on YouTube for example.
Xenns Mangird Tea Pro v ZiiGaat Crescent
https://preview.redd.it/69biu61xzrrf1.png?width=2314&format=png&auto=webp&s=9535b84c71291f1cb3a689fddd5826c8ca4482be
Now the Xenns Mangird Tea Pro v Arttis T10 Pro (I am testing these) and find them to be every bit as great as the Mangird Tea Pro and have less sibilance for $230 less.
https://preview.redd.it/kcnxoaxu0srf1.png?width=2316&format=png&auto=webp&s=5eb5d9d6b95f17dd81e7cbc76bf4d003b12c9531
I'm not getting any sibilance in every genre I play and love these, though they are not exactly the prettiest of IEM, they sure do sound great. I'm also consistently using Dunu S&S eartips as they fit my ears best for a good seal and I'm getting a consistency with other IEM I have tried.
Paid $71 on Amazon, and after a few songs, boxed them up and sent them back. I had a very different experience with the T10 Pro. The construction is worth the $15 but no more, unless the version I got were counterfeit.
Definitely planar for hard rock and metal.
So, S08 if you're treble sensitive.
Otherwise get the S12 Pro.
Arti T10 Pro is another great option.
Or Nicehck F1 Pro if you want to spend less.
Hearing good things about the 7hz Divine as well.
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