KEFINE - Klean

My kefine klean are sitting without a cable in a pouch rn lol Das my thoughts

Klean has soo much treble. Idk how people tolerate that, but maybe they'•| old and cant hear it? The edx pro has nice fun peaks that make sounds exciting and zingy. They arent really good but they are enjoyable

I got one today and am a happy camper. Iam in love with this little cutie! The build, the sound is charming to me. It kills 5 times more expensive IEMs in my collection! Using it with spinfit w1, the sound is angelical

I dont want to force your buying decision : Though I had wanger S.G , kefine klean , chu 2 and kiwi ears cadenza …. Chu 2 and kiwi ear cadenza are great … why you ask that metallic shell iems are not placed at the top … because they absorb moushire and can maybe end of clogging one of the sides in long run ( if you dont of take a good care of iem ) but kiwi ears cadenza are absolutely steal at 35 bucks

I own a klean and it's very good but lacking in bass but the clarity and soundstage is pristine it's my 1st iem so idk how it compares to others but compared to my cheap tws it's pretty damn good

ik but in some songs it can use some punchier bass otherwise its perfect better than anything ive ever used

can't listen to music at all if nozzles are too big and uncomfortable for your ears like they could be on the reds. if you're okay with potentially having to return then sure but they are not a good blind buy just based on fit alone. and no they're not reds are more neutral, kleans are the better allrounder

Kefine Klean without a doubt. I owned both and it's just better on all fronts.

I have all three IEMs, the Kefine Klean is good for $49 and if you change the stock cable it improves the bass and treble becoming warmer if using the Nicehck GTC5 cable. The Lesthouer S08 is a very good warm planar IEM I think is a really good option with the 25% discounts on Amazon US it comes out at around $66, but check the forums on Amazon it says frequently returned there are users who report problems with the right earbud, I have not had any problems, they sound very different from the Kefine Klean, the sound is somewhat dark with soft and detailed but not extended treble. The best for my personal taste is the Aful Explorer but it is the most expensive $119.99, it has a very organic warm sound, with good bass and detailed and sweet mids with a narrow but very musical presentation and the treble is somewhat attenuated with a certain level of detail. Any of these IEMs are wonderful but if you have the money go for the Aful Explorer if you like the warm signature and good musical representation.

Have: *Using a dac btw *Chu 2 and Kefine Klean are prone to sound damp/loss due to moisture getting trapped in the metal housing. If it happens let it air out or put silica gel next to it. -Kz edc pro(cheapest option; sounds better than my salnotes zero & chu 2 tho unreliable qc) -Salnotes zero(great budget option; clean layered sounds and a bit bassy, plastic housing not really bothersome quite reliable tbh, stock cable sucks tho, my running/jogging iem) -Moondrop chu 2(clean layered sound and neutral tuning, my preferred choice; metal housing, great stock cable, my travel iem) -Kefine Klean(a bit better sounding than every iem i have, best build quality, metal housing, great stock cable, my gaming iem) Currently eyeing: Kinera Celest Simgot ew300

I got kefine klean Great for gaming and music for my taste

Kefine klean for gaming is really good. There is a layer of depth perception as well. Check fresh reviews for more info.

Never owned a high end IEM before. The best I got is kefine klean and they already sound phenomenal. I really am unable to feel how audio gets better from here. But the fact that this exists makes me extremely curious. IEMS sure are a crazy market!

I get what you are saying about the overall sound not sounding coherent. I get what you are saying about the piezo driver timbre. I understand why the piezo driver sound is noticeable to you since reviewers have mentioned this. Some reviewers have noted the the EW300 bass is sluggish and lacks layering. This is a thing which I have noted on some Simgot IEMs such as the EM6L yet not on other Simgot IEMs such as the EW200. Is this perhaps what you mean when you say that the bass sounds bloated and not so much the strength but instead the cleanliness of the bass? I ask since the Chu II and the EW300 have nearly identical sound signatures from sub bass all the way up to the upper midrange. Please check out these frequency response graphs: [https://vortexreviews.squig.link/?share=Bad\_Guy\_Target,Moondrop\_Chu\_2,Simgot\_EW300\_Silver,Kefine\_Klean\_Silver\_Nozzle](https://vortexreviews.squig.link/?share=Bad_Guy_Target,Moondrop_Chu_2,Simgot_EW300_Silver,Kefine_Klean_Silver_Nozzle) The driver incoherence can be solved by using a really nice single DD IEM. Lately I have been really pleased with the technical performance of the Kefine Klean since the clarity of the macro details is very nice. More surprising is the clarity in the micro details which is very impressive for 50 dollar price tag. In other words, I did enjoy the moment when I started listening to the Klean.The Klean's bass is not bloated as in being muddy. I find the Klean's bass to be surprisingly clean with similar texture and detail as the bass on the EW200.

I suggest the Kefine Klean since it is solidly within your price range. The more expensive Delci AE is slightly better.

I would take the Kefine Klean over the Tripowin Vivace, but the difference is not that much. Similarly, I would take the Define Delci over the Klean if you can get the Delci on sale. All three of these IEMs are also nice IEMs for many music genres.

According to Fresh Reviews, The Klean is slightly better than the Vivace, and the Delci is slightly better than the Klean for gaming. I trust his rankings for gaming even though I do not do gaming. Interestingly, his gaming rankings also are the same for me when I rank these IEMs for music.

I love my Aful P5. I love my Aful P7 even more. The P7's bass is tighter and punchier (in the sense of having a cleaner initial attack). The P7 also improves everything else. The P7 is just as comfortable as the P5 since the shells are the same yet do extend slightly more upwards. Or in other words, Aful didn't mess with the shape and fit of the P5's shells other than somewhat extending the height of the shells. I never sleep with IEMs. Even so, I realize that comfort and fit would be a priority. I really like the Kefine Klean since I really like its overall sound signature and since I also really like its technical performance which exceeds many other IEMs in its price range. The Klean does have pretty thin shells. I can see the Klean as being very comfortable IEMs to listen to while falling asleep, yet this is not my thing.

The Klean is a very nice first IEM for both music and gaming.

I enjoyed reading your detailed review! The Klean fit a bit more comfortably in my small ears than the Delci. The Klean has become my latest daily driver for my casual listening to music and for watching movies. The macro and micro details really are surprisingly clean at this price point. The overall tuning is very close to my preferences except for a bit too much sub bass in comparison to the mid bass. I tamed the sub bass by using the Tang Sancai Wide Bore eartips. Now the bass has consistent intensity.

Thanks so much for these posts! I think um gonna start with the Kefine Klean and see how I like it.

I found kefine klean very pleasant, I can use it for hours

I use primarily budget IEMs. My on-the-go pair is usually my Chu 2s or Nuos. I do also occasionally use the LANs. At home I use the Kefine Kleans. The other sets I have include the Hexa, Delci, and EW200, and the THifi C2s. The Kleans provide me with clean and accurate male vocals while still sounding natural which is really what I'm looking for in an IEM.

If you are new to the hobby and don't know what would sound best to you but want a good all-arounder under $100 to start out with, I would recommend the EW300 or the Klean. Both are somewhat safer options and I believe you won't be disappointed with either.

I love my defiants but coming from the kefine klean keep in mind that those are huge.

7Hz legato are 2 years old at this point. There are better sets available now. I personally haven't heard either of the sets so this is just a subjective opinion. I was looking for basically the same thing as you. V shaped sound and good bass, just with less budget. So in my research I read about these iems. They just recently launched in March. ISN audio is apparently known for their bass. And most of the reviews (of which there aren't many yet) give H20 a good rating. The 13mm driver it has is plenty big so I'm sure the bass is good. I'm. A bit skeptical about the BA but everyone says it's been integrated well. Plus the accessories are decent for this price. I got kefine klean earlier but It was a bit thin so I returned them. Then I read about these iems. So I'm saving up for these now. Edit - But I see you already have several other iems in a similar price range so h20 would be a sidegrade rather than an upgrade I think.

Kefine klean. Small, confortable, great balanced sound, 50$

I've had mine for about 2 weeks now, I think it's really good, very detailed and textured, I prefer it with the black tip, it gives more stage and depth to the sound

I had the same impression at first, but changing the nozzles and using them with Dac I realized how sensational they are

KiwiEars Airoso. Get it while its still under $100. >Truthhear Gate, Tanchjim Bunny, and KZ Klean for a blind buy or the Truthhear Hexa, Truthhear Nova and Letshouer 12 Pro (but my friend said the 12 Pro has weird bass) Gate = No. Plastic shell resonates. Feels like garbage. People that love the gate, i question all of their listening tastes. Bunny = Fantastic. Probably one of the best $20 IEM's available. The USB DSP and app make it more fun. KZ Klean = Uh... Kefine Klean, maybe? Kefine Klean is a great choice at $50. But i think the Inawaken Dawn is better. Hexa = Good, but very dull to someone who is new to the hobby, and used to V shaped tunings (i.e. boosted bass and treble, Hexa is very flat) Nova = Tuned to the popular Harmon Curve. Which is very V shaped. THe Simgot SuperMix4 is a common alternative. S12 Pro = Planar. Fantastic IEM. BUT...and this is probably why your buddy said ti had "weird bass", it will require you to use a higher powered Dongle DAC/Amp, because Planars need a lot of power to push around. If you underpower them, they sound muddy, thuddy, and dead. With enough power, they have amazing tactility and speed. But they do suffer from a somewhat metalic timbre that can be off putting to some people, as they are not "natural" sounding. But very fun. Overall, like i said, i think the KiwiEars Airoso is your best bet. It is a hybrid IEM that plays very clean, provides tons of detail, and bass when you need it. And seems to play about every genre of music you throw at it, without feeling like its lacking. Its not a neutral tuning, but it plays naturally. If that makes sense?

At $50 there really isn't much point looming beyond the Kefine Klean, and the InAwaken Dawn. They both offer great value. My personal preference is the Dawn. I prefer the reain shell, and design aesthetics, and I think it comes with a better accessory pack of tips and storage case.

InAwaken Dawn Ms or Kefine Klean. I prefer the Dawn. The Artti T0 is also solid, but I find it super uncomfortable, as I said above. There are also some outliers in the sub $60 category. Like the Ziigaat Cinno, which is usually 50% off at <$50. The KiwiEars Singolo is also a good set. But it needs different tips, and it needs a different cable. The stock tips and cable are literally EWaste. Total junk. If you have an extra cable, great, extea tips, your golden. But if you have to buy either, it kills the price proposition. And the Dawn is a little brighter, and better accessorized. (Both are based off the same shell) The TRN Shell is also really solid with an amazing accessories package. Unbeatable value. If you are curious in a hybrid with EW300 like tuning, without the EW300 ear mode issues.

Yu xuan ji got the near average rating. Typical detailed, but bright and not very balanced iem. Klean is balanced, and provides ample technicality. I think klean is a better choice.

G1 has to be my most disappointing buy of the year. Treble is just awful. Plenty of iems with better positional audio that sound much better. I would steer clear. If looking for a V shaped sound the KZ EDC pro is better, still a fun V shaped sound but overall better tuned, and if you want a step up from the G1, but like the metal build and small form factor, the Kefine Klean is a great option.

Você já ter visto as listas de recomendações e estudado um pouco ajuda bastante kk Eu acredito que a lista do Fresh é muito boa, embora seja uma experiência pessoal eu comprei o Kefine Klean e consegui concordar com tudo o que foi dito no vídeo dele. Da sua lista de opções, eu pegaria o **Delci AE** com o DAC JCALLY JM6 Pro e um adaptador para usar no pc. Nessa faixa de preço é bom ter um DAC mesmo que alguns ainda sejam considerados fáceis de empurrar, faz muita diferença no áudio final. Quanto ao lance do único driver dinâmico, em teoria se tem mais drivers e tecnologias é para o som ser melhor, mas não é todo produto que consegue entregar isso. Kefine Klean e Delci AE são drivers únicos e tem uma execução melhor do que muito fone com mais tecnologias. Um exemplo disso é o **Trn v90pro** que tem **2dd 4ba** e nem por isso é dado como indicação por ai.

If you can hold out and save a little more, get the kefine klean

I have the Kefine Klean and love it with the black nozzle, what do you think would be an upgrade to it? Would the Sonus be a good choice?

Check out my full review of the Kefine Klean here: https://mobileaudiophile.com/in-ear-earphones-iem-iems-reviews/kefine-klean-review/ Kefine Klean Review ($49) Single DD Two sets of tuning nozzles Hello everyone, attached is my latest full written review of the Kefine Klean. The Klean is Kefine Audio's latest budget oriented single DD and a very competitive set at that. The Klean is built wonderfully with a clean and minimalist design which walks right in step with Kefine's simplistic way of crafting their sets. Though the sound is where the Klean begins to separate itself from the $50 competition. You have a nicely balanced slight V-shaped sound with a boosted bass which keeps nice control, nice density, good extension and stays relatively tight for its size. The midrange is creamy with lean-lush or semi-rich approach, clean, favorable for vocalists, and the timbre is spot on. I find the midrange very musical with slightly toned down macro-dynamics but great control. Lastly the treble region is very well balanced against the rest of the mix. Enough brilliance to bring upon some levity to the sound yet not so much to offer any fatigue. Generally speaking. Details are pretty good, separation is not bad but imaging is pretty spot on. Not a bad stage either with decent depth for the price which does add some dimension to the sound. Really a nicely tuned iem. If you are in the market for an under $50 iem and the Klean sounds like something which would work for you then I do hope you'll check out my full review. But either way, I hope you are all doing well. Take good care and have a great weekend. Comparison: Simgot EW200 🔥🔥Klean Pros🔥🔥 -Built very well for $49 (all-alloy, weighted, durable) -Nice minimalist design (Kefine is always classy) -Very comfortable (obviously subjective) -Tuning nozzles -Very well-done slight V-shaped sound -Engaging musicality -Great timbre -Fun, well represented bass with good density -Smooth midrange, nice note weight -Just enough treble spunk & brilliance -Imaging is very nice -Fairly wide/deep stage 🥶🥶Klean Cons 🥶🥶 -Some may not like the appearance -May lack energy vibrance for some -Analytical lovers may want to pass -Bass may be too elevated for some hobbyists Check out my full review of the Kefine Klean here: https://mobileaudiophile.com/in-ear-earphones-iem-iems-reviews/kefine-klean-review/

I don't have the Luna but the Klean is just as good as the T10 and much less expensive. To be totally honest I feel the Klean is a better set. Perhaps not quite as technically gifted as the T10, but close while also being more musical, with this infectious organic timbre. Really a nice set. Sorry I cannot compare with the Luna

I wish I could answer that as I don't have the Piccolo on hand. I can tell you for sure that the Klean is spectacular for the cost. No doubt about it. However, I cannot answer in comparison with the Piccolo unfortunately.

Great question, so the EW300 is quite a bit more in cost and so I didn't compare the two but the way they replay music I feel is head to head with each other. The Klean is smoother, easier listen, with a less rambunctious treble region. The EW300 does have better clarity and detail retrieval is better on the EW300 too, by a very slight margin. The bass on the Klean is more full, more dense to my ears but both sets do well in this area too. I really like the Klean's vocals over the EW300 though, something I wouldn't have expected to say. Both are very fine sets. I think the EW300 does have a bit more output in the upper regions which may be a problem for the treble sensitive. Again, to a degree. They don't bother me even in the slightest but that's me. If you are very sensitive you may want to consider that. All that said, the Klean is the better buy. I really believe that. It is a game changer at $50. I didn't want to say that in my review but I feel you won't find a better set at that price. If the sound signature agrees with you that is.

For me and probably for most people who try them both out, I'd say for sure the Kefine Klean

I found the treble on Klean to come off a bit too unnatural to me. Also, the bass response didn't come off very satisfying to me compared to something like the hexa or tangzu waner. I actually like the tangzu waner better than the klean

I like the Gate. You may just have to get your ears used to them. And even if you don't at least you're not out a lot. I will say that I'm completely happy with the kefine klean. It's been my go to ever since I got it a couple months ago. When on sale you can find them for $40. Jump up just a bit in price and the sound gets better.

The Klean is indeed the new budget king. And it can be for about $35 currently on AliExpress. With coupon and coins. Edit: if you don't wanna spend that then there's the Truthear Gate for $13. It's a great all arounder. Nice and clear. Then there's the $6.99 Fiio JD10. You would never guess that it's a seven dollar iem. It's got a fun v shaped tuning. And it's done really well. The cable sucks but it's only $7 ...

Listen to this guy. Go for any of the 3 that he mentioned and you should be happy. I love my Klean

Kefine klean if you need to save a bit, and almost sounds the same from what I've heard (I only have the Klean)

My deciding factor between the two is that I have teeny-tiny ears and the reds are chonkers. The klean's lip is also at the bigger end (still smaller than the reds), but the overall body is small. Still very curious about what the Truthear Zeroes offer, but I can't bring myself to buy them due to size.

Oh damn did I not mention. Yeah I went for the Kleans but I'm still curious with the Zeroes hype

I have the Kefine Klean very very happy with it and my only concern is that it looks boring lol, but chose it over the Kiwi Cadenza due to size factor. Don't get my wrong, the lip of the Klean is also pretty big but it fits in my small ears no problem, and the body itself is small. These were my top choices because I read they have great warm tuning. Got scared of the Cadenza when I read some people say it's shouty at some points. And tbh having the Klean, it's not warm enough for me, but everything sounds 'clean', including the bass being present without sacrificing clarity and vocals. Overall, good all rounder and should sound great with the type of music you listed. (I'm by no means an audiophile and I heard it's not a very 'technical' set which I doubt you'll get in this price point, but idek what that means, so just my opinions) Oh additionally some people complain that the Klean does not have vent holes which may be a problem in long listening sessions but I never had that problem. BUT I think most people prefer the Inawakan Dawn Ms, and the only reason I didn't get it is due to lack of availability and didn't bother to research it more.

My opinion, unless you find a very good deal for the Kleans or your current set is too banged up for your liking, you should just save up a bit more for good deals in the $50-100 bracket of iems. I feel like you can explore more significant upgrades there. But I do really like my Kleans as it's my first iem, so hopefully you'll enjoy it if you do grab a set since people who do own higher end iems also praise this set. The tuning looks similar, but some people find the Cadenza peaky at some parts and I think the Klean does not have that problem, you can interprest this as the Klean sounding 'cleaner' or more boring. The only other difference I can say is their build, the Klean is an all metal build so it might be more durable but also might feel slightly heavier for you coming from 3D printed resin, but the overall body is smaller so it may also be more comfortable to wear. I say 'may' and 'might' a lot because everything here is subjective.

I love my Kleans in general, but mainly for films and music because it kinda sucked when I used it to play fps games, the imaging and sound placements were weird.

These are some that caught my attention when I researched before getting my first set in this price range. TBH the budget space is so crowded that it's really hard to pick. I feel like as long as it doesn't have overly negative reviews, and physically fit your ear great, you'll be ok. Hell, some people are even happier with some more budget sets in the $20 range. My top picks based on build are - Moondrop Lan - Kefine Klean (I own and love) or maybe spend a bit more for - Kefine Delci for the metal build and smaller body overall. If you want something prettier with a resin build (a bit lighter) - Kiwi Ears Cadenza (cheapest in this short list) - Truthear Red or - Truthear Blue 2 (also popular, but some complain about it being big) I think these are still pretty balanced, only a bit warm leaning - Inawaken Dawn MS (but looks to be leaning warmer, slightly V-shaped than neutral, which is not bad since neutral can be boring sometimes) I think the Truthears were popular for their technicals and great for EQ (tining), in which you said you don't need, though. least bass to most bass is probably Lan < Reds < Cadenza < Kefines < Blue 2 < Inawaken Dawn MS again, all still pretty balanced, the ones that are more on the right just have a bit more bass presence If you can spend a bit more, a very popular pick is the Truthear Hexa. More neutral and brighter (less bass) than the others listed. Or maybe the ew300 which looks pretty neutral but not as bright as the hexa.

I might be able to get the Kefine klen under 40-45 dollars with some deals and at that price the klen is one of the best blind buys you can make. Otherwise you can look into thetanchjim bunny dsp version as it gives you the ability to EQ the IEM as per your taste, and the best part you don't need any dac to use it it's plug and play although the stock sound isn't the best but with a little bit EQ it's arguably one of the best pair of IEM. So these two are my recommendations and definitely you can consider the Wan'ner 2 as well as the stock tuning of that IEM is better than the bunny.

Can't recommend the Klean for listening to music. It sounds good but I'm either treble sensitive or it has a pretty bad treble peaking for some songs with really high notes on electric guitars. Couldn't enjoy a lot of AC/DC music with the Kefine Klean, but I still prefer it for gaming over the Aful P5+2 because it has a really good bass and better sound stage. Can't comment on the others as I haven't tried them.

It's my least used IEM out of the four in my collection. Everytime I try it with a different ear bud, something about it is just fatiguing after just 1hour of use.

It sounds good for the price. Still I prefer my Waner over this for long listening sessions. Kefine Klean can work well as a monitoring IEM though.

Appreciate the detailed reply. I ended up ordering the kefine kleans. They come in Friday and we will see how I like them. If not I'll probably try those next haha. Appreciate it!

Very articulate, no fluff review. Good work! These sound just about better than any ~50$ IEMs I've listened to tuning wise, the generosity on the low end makes them so much fun! And they're solidly built too! I just might try the 'hole mod' to see how far these can be pushed. Thank you for the review!

First of all, what genre do you listen to? In my experience I had them and returned them, I usually listen to a lot of metal so on the Klean the male voices are a bit sunken and the kick of the drums just doesn't feel as present. I changed them for the Simgot EW300 and they are perfect for any genre, they did not decrption me at all. I've been with them for months now.

I'd say check out the Kefine Klean, warm and lush tuning and id say is an upgrade to the QKZ x HBB.

Its quite good to my ears, just a touch bright when the volume is increased.

Kefine Klean or Inawaken Dawn Ms r good to my ears in this price range.

Both Kefine Klean and Inawaken Dawn Ms r very good to my ears. I didnt like Vivace...thin sounding. Fudu Verse 1 is also quite good. The only con on the Klean is it is quite heavy.

I had similar story, so I have this friend/colleague since in college year then we work together in same company for the last 11 years...he is very picky person when it's come about gadget, bike, apparel etc...when I bought kadenz I let him try and he asked me if we can go to audio store because he loved it but he doesnt have budget to buy kadenz so I bring him to test many iems in my friend audio store...he is apple fanboy from macbook, mac mini, airpods and airpods max he have it and I said to him this iems will blow your ear with only half or maybe 1/4 airpods cost...3 hours in audiostore try from monarch mk3 to chu 2, he said to me he love truthear nova and zero red but sadly the store only have demo unit because both of them is out of stock...he decide to pre-order zero red maybe 2-3 months until available then he asked me if he can borrow one of my iem then he chose Kefine Klean or simgot ea500lm and he chose Klean, now he try to find portable dac for his liking...so IMO iems come with many profiles thats why I like about iem worlds, even in price range 50-80 some people will find it's much better from airpods pro...I'm new in this world too, I try to enjoy some iem in several price range because no one fit for all...

Kefine Klean is my new rec after Zero 2 and Cadenza. These were a favorite among my friends

Apple earpods is the best cheapest gaming earphone(dont use its if you play battle royale games like pubg , apex),In this range you don’t have any choice.The cheapest iem for gaming and good is kefine klean.So If you can I want you to keep more money to buy a good one at once.

Kefine Klean if you can find them in budget (they're generally right around that price, depending on sales etc.). Otherwise KBear KB01 or the Kiwi Ears Cadenza. The KB01 is a 1:1 clone of the Cadenza, so choose based on price/looks. They sound identical. Failing that I'd go for the Chu 2 as IMO they sound the best in that price range and have the best build & accessories (only the Klean is ahead of them). But they do need a bit more looking after than most IEMs and can be prone to moisture issues if not kept dry between uses. I've also heard good things about the Bunny DSP, but haven't heard it myself. The fact it's plastic makes it lower maintenance than the Chu 2, but it won't look or feel as high quality. They do have them on Aliexpress, but it's possible they don't ship to your region and that's why it's not showing up. Sometimes Aliexpress search can be a bit weird so try googling it with "site:aliexpress" (you need to add .com to that but I don't want to get caught in the spam filter). That will sometimes help with finding listings that Aliexpress decides not to show for some reason. If you get a "not found" error that normally means it's not available in your country. Also another one that's not on your list but is excellent is the QKZ HBB. It's a very warm, laid back tuning. Quite bassy, but not energetic bass, just really warm. One of my favourite IEMs at any price, because there isn't really much else tuned like that. It's not as good and all-rounder as the others, but I think it might suit the genres you mentioned quite well. I like it for background listening because it pushes vocals back a bit (without making them sound muffled or unnatural) so it can make otherwise distracting music sound less distracting. It also volume scales really well if you decide to crank it up (just don't damage your hearing doing this!)

I would avoid the Zero Red unless you have quite large ears because the nozzles are huge, so it can be uncomfortable or painful depending on your ear canals. The Cadenza is a solid choice, quite often comes up as people's long-term favourite IEM even after they get more expensive ones. The Kefine Klean is good as well and feels quite high quality because of the metal shell, but with metal shells you do need to take a bit more care about condensation & should get some silica gel to store with it. Between the Klean and the Cadenza you can't go too far wrong, so I'd buy whichever one is cheapest if there's a big price difference, or get whichever one you like the look of the most.

Kefine Klean if it's in budget. Otherwise the Truthear Gate. The Artti T10 has an even better cable (going up in price a bit). The T10 and the Klean are both excellent IEMs that punch well above their price point, in addition to coming with a decent cable. The Gate has one of the best lightweight cables around, but it's not a particularly good IEM IMO. It's OK, but it's not one I find myself wanting to pick up and listen to (I mainly bought it for the white cable). Also the Chu 2 cable is pretty good (just behind the Gate one) and IMO it's a much better IEM than the Gate. Although some people do run into issues with clogged filters (although lots of people don't have any issues so I wouldn't get over-concerned about that). If all you need is a cable, have a look on Aliexpress to see what KBear cables are on sale. The 8-core, 16-core and ST12 are all excellent cables. They rotate what's on sale, but there's usually at least one under $7. Only thing to watch about the KBear cables is they mostly use semi-flush connectors. That's better for most IEMs because they'll fit in a shallow recess and they won't stick out awkwardly on a flush IEM, but they don't do a version that will fit in a deep-recessed socket. They don't fit the Chu 2 properly, for example. The Kefine Klean and T10 cables are both fully flush, so they won't fit an IEM with any sort of recess. The Gate and Chu 2 cables both use micro connectors that will fit anything.

The Hexa has particularly bad imaging, which is why it's not usually recommended for gaming. It also has very low bass so a lot of people don't like it because of that. It also has quite large nozzles which many find uncomfortable. The Klean is probably a safer bet. Depending on what specifically you don't like about the Zero 2, there might be other better options as well. I find the Zero 2 sounds a bit "blunted" in the treble because it's too much on the warm side of neutral without being a fully warm tuning.

Zsn pro acho que é v shape agressivo com muito agudo enquanto o edc pro é um vshape equilibrado e bem feito. Se vc gostou mesmo do zero blue que é um fone harman com bass boost então talvez deve gostar do supermix4 que também é harman. O Delci AE é um um fone mais warm é outra praia (tem bastante grave e agudos e médios-agudos recuados, graves de fones warm podem não ser limpos pra jogos), o Kefine Klean parece um v-shape bem feito e o em6L vi elogios pra jogos mas críticas que o bocal dele quebra/caí e não dura muito.

Its a very solid set, and a nice taste of what single dynamic driver sets can do. With its DLC driver its like a bassy Kima 2 in many ways. Great review.

I'm a beginner and I'm using this list as a guide to compare different sound signatures and different price ranges. Based on it I got Kefine Klean and 7Hz zero 2, then I got Letshouer S08 and Simgot EW 300, finally till now I bought aful explorer. Different sound signatures different price ranges. Very good guide for beginners

Get the Kefine klean, and the kz prx

Nice I also came from kefine Klean to aful explorer, they are great!

I should have bought kefine klean instead of the kz castor.

i got mine yesterday, i only have a Kefine Klean to compare i will hold my verdict too, but i can say that the Kefine is amazing haahhaha

Awesome thank you for this. I ordered a pair of Klean's to start with.

My first and only IEM to date is the Kefine Klean. I listen to a lot of metal, doom, punk, hardcore, hip hop, jazz, it EQs super well and sounds great for $50usd. I'm not into the hype of emptying my bank account for something I'm going to use everyday and probably break within a year or two.

I can't speak to the Wan'er or Cadenza, but I do have the Kleans and I really enjoy them. I tend to like balanced to warm sound signatures, and the Kleans fit that. I sometimes found male vocals to be a touch too sibilant/harsh, but I'm using AutoEQ which helps not only with the sound overall but also tames that sibilance. I listen to various genres as well, but mainly rap, hardcore rock, and metalcore. I've found the Kleans to be satisfying for any genre to be honest, from a casual, non-audiophile perspective. But I also managed to get it on sale on Aliexpress for (effectively) $24 USD, so the value proposition changes a bit if you're paying full price. It's hard to imagine the Kleans being an 'unsafe' set, to be honest. You may find the Kleans feel a bit 'fuller' compared to the ZSN Pro X due to it having a bit more in the way of mids, [if the graphs are anything to go by.](https://graph.hangout.audio/iem/5128/?share=JM-1_Target,Klean,ZSN_Pro_X&bass=8&tilt=0&treble=-4&ear=0)

after comparing 30 different iems and seeing everyone just saying the kleans are THE iems under 5000inr, i have decided on buying the kleans and pairing them with the audiocular d07 classic. will buy somewhere in February after my exams are over. :)

yes i did, and I can confidently say that for ANYTHING and EVERYTHING, these iems are THE BEST under this price bracket. I say that with so much confidence because before buying these, i got the simgot ew200 which I returned. you might have heard people say "go for the ew200 for gaming" but thats complete bullshit. i play val myself and i can gladly tell you that the soundstage and 3D imaging on the kleans is far superior to the ew200. the directional audio, figuring out the exact location of the enemy using the kleans is much easier to do with these iems. i also recommend you pair it with an audiocular d07 dac and amp like i did to get the best out of your iems.

I bought and returned 'em. Gunshots in val completely burst my eardrums. Bought the kefine klean after that, which I would recommend because they are far better than the ew200 in every way. Best under the price bracket, and not just me who says this. Soundstage and 3D imaging is far better than the ew200 as well.

Clarity/detail retrieval is great. Figuring out different enemies from there footsteps is easy. Just 1 sentence to describe these iems: the KING under this price bracket. EDIT: forgot to mention, it was the 1st time i realized just how detailed footsteps in val were after I used the iems. Insane.

got my kefine klean today. already replied to another guy about my experience. these are just too good. the guy was talking about concept kart, incase you want to find my reply to him.

https://preview.redd.it/34womcgysale1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=931f91ad5bceeba8e015e45cc38e5ade8302cd62 They are just... Out of this world. Far, FAR better than the simgot, to say the least. They actually transport you to a whole different world once you wear them bro!! THERE INSANELY GOOD! I can't thank you enough for recommending these man. I gotta say tho, the material they used to make the inside of the case is just stupid. it clings to the velcro on the iem's wires, and it's also slightly smaller. Ima use the case that came with my dac and amp, but the aside from the case, I know I said this like 4 times, 4 different ways, but one more time, THEY ARE AMAZING! Once again, thankyou so much! :D

It's not lacking in bass bro, your cheap tws was literally bass boosting anything you were listening to, so that's why you feel that way. The klean, in my experience, idk how they did it, but they have managed to make literally everything sound PERFECT. The bass, idk how exactly to describe it, but the balance... OMG, it's literally perfect. If you actually listen to good bass heavy songs you will realise that the bass is not lacking, but rather you being used to over exaggerated bass is what's making you feel that way.

Ok. The klean actually has a slight v-shaped sound signature. If you are looking for a more aggressive v-shaped sound signature (in simpler words, more bass) then check out the recently launched headphone zone x orivietti black bird iem. They have a more curved v-shaped sound signature which will suit your needs better.

what dap are you using with the kleans?

im tempted to try the chu 2 and the kefine klean. i only got the listen to the klean for a couple minutes but they were great. i wonder how close the chu 2 are to the zs10 pro.

next we trying the kefine kleans right?

Kefine Delci AE > Kefine Klean > 7Hz Sonus > Tripowin Vivace > QKZxHBB

just get Klean or Sonus for that budget, friend got Phoenix, it's mid

Kefine Klean and 7Hz Sonus > Dawn Ms, Sonus used to be around 70 msrp but it's now under 40

for gaming specifically Kefine Delci AE($90) > Kefine Klean($50) > EM6L($110) > Truthear Zero($60, aka. Blue 1) = Tripowin x 0diBi: Vivace($30) > Simgot EW300($80) = Truthear Zero:Blue2(70) = Truthear x Crinacle Zero: Red($65) = QKZxHBB($20) > Moondrop Rays($100) I prefer everything here except maybe Vivace and QKZxHBB over Delci AE for music tho, this is strictly for gaming how they stack up

Bunny has 0 soundstage, under 50 Kefine Klean or 7Hz Sonus

qkz has great soundstage for the price, waners are mid when it comes to soundstage, chu II above average, gate above average, tripowin vivace is best for soundstage under $30 but for a bit more you can get Klean which is all around a lot better, only under $30 I can recommend are Bunny(just not for gaming obviously) and Zero Ultima, same like Bunny just bullet style with non-detachable cable

Klean are slightly better for gaming, imo better tuning for music, they are about same technically and Klean costs a lot less other option I would suggest would be 7Hz Sonus and if you want absolute best for gaming for your budget judging by these Kefine Delci AE

The Kleans are the most comfortable IEM I own, I can wear them for a very long time. Something to consider as well.

Then just get the Kleans.

Oh man, for the price: the CCA trio, Kefine Klean, KZ Vader Balanced and HighRes, TRN V90 pro,Tripowin Vivace, Artti T10, KZ Zenith, gaming and audiophile beasts. (personally I'm more inclined to the Klean, the Zenith and the T10) The CCA trio and the Vader Balanced are similarly tuned, but both are one of the best iems under 30 usd. The Klean have a hidden trick who is you can do a subtle mod on it for improving the bass and tuning overall (stock is still so good), is one of my go to sets in the market, excellent tuning and a soundstage and imaging, and macro and microdetails retrieval delight. KZ Vader HighRes, this is 90% the CCA Hydro, but is a hungry boy who craves good sources. Tripowin Vivace, this is an excellent tuned iem, well priced and a gaming powerhouse. TRN V90 pro, they put all the effort in the iem itself but TRN don't disappoint: Nice stock cable, good included eartips (the trn t eartips are one of my favorite eartips ever, period. Lol), and the tuning is an upgrade to the ST7 because is a fix of the flaws of the other iem. Artti T10, is the best planar iem for 50 usd or less, is bassy, balanced, an all-rounder set to enjoy music and a gaming beast. KZ Zenith, is the best DD iem of KZ, with high praise from various reviewers, HBB and Paul Wasabii included.

Bro, Klean > Vivace, and that's because the Klean is a more bassy and polished iem overall, i mean, the Vivace is good, but not that good. The graph may tell you why a better treble extension in the Klean is desired over the Vivace. (And something the graph doesn't tell you, better building, better stock cable and accesories, two tuning nozzles). https://preview.redd.it/yoip6j9zyrfe1.png?width=2400&format=png&auto=webp&s=75e67d87945a54ec9e4dd475446316bd06e34ce7

Neither of those two iems is good for that kind of music... Kefine Klean is so much better tuned and is cheaper

There's a lot of more than nice options mate: -Kefine Klean (but there's reports of channel imbalance and issues with the nozzles, my unit is kicking ass fine) -Inawaken Dawn ms, a little less technical than Klean but more musical (waiting it to arrive soon) -Sgor Luna one of the best planar iems for less than 50 bucks (loving it mine) -KZ PRX the best planar by the brand, trades blows with the Luna (waiting it to arrive soon) -KZ Vader Balanced/CCA Trio oh yes, so fun, musical and technical (loving my Vader Bal and HighRes) -Artti T10 the best planar for 50ish bucks -7hz x HBB Elua oh yes , a better and more technical and fun driven iem than legato, basshead approved (loving my unit, is a well received iem in head-fi) -Simgot EW200, dude, that iem doesn't need presentation 😅 -TRN White Tiger, impressive good tuned, interesting config, I'm not so much into the shell looking but is made of metal and well builded, is what matters to me

Hello mate, Kefine Klean, Tinhifi C3 MKII and Inawaken Dawn-Ms are my choices to go.

Hello!, the Kefine Klean is overall superior, better driver and a more appealing tuning, but the Bl-03 II is so good, musical, balanced, resolving, fun.

Well, in that case mate my rec is the Klean, and the Bl-03 II as a close 2nd 😜 The Klean is neutral with bass boost (my favorite kind of neutral 😉).

First, a big shoutout to **KEFINE** for giving me this set to make this review and to give it my sincere opinions and impressions. The **KEFINE Klean** is an IEM launched back in 2024 with high praise from other reviewers and the community in general, but I wanted to see with my own eyes and hear with my own ears if it is up to the hype, and that’s why I contacted **Kefine** asking for a sample to review myself. The **Klean** is another product who follows the success of the **Klanar, Delci** and the **Delci x AngelEars,** driven by a **10 mm DLC dynamic driver**, and at a **MSRP of 49 USD** (usually less on sale) the **Klean** shows how is not needed to pay a lot of money for a wholesome experience into the world of HiFi. **You can find it at** [https://www.kefineelec.com/en/ProductDetails.aspx?iProId=25](https://www.kefineelec.com/en/ProductDetails.aspx?iProId=25) **who redirects to their AliExpress official store, also available in other minor retailers online.** **TDLR;** One of the best IEMs in the 50 USD dollars or less market, a neutral (natural), technically impressive, bassy and musical experience bring by **KEFINE** to offer a mature and fun sound to beginners and experienced audiophiles for an affordable price. The **KEFINE Klean** presents a neutral (natural) sound with a nice bass boost, with plenty of technical qualities, a nice extension into the lower and high frequencies, and a building and packaging who puts in shame other competitor products in the market, with a very affordable price and punching way above its weight. **Technical specifications:** ·        Driver Type: 10mm dynamic with DLC diaphragm with N52 neodymium magnet. ·        Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz. ·        Sensitivity: 107dB ± 3dB. ·        Impedance: 32Ω ± 15% ·        Jack connector: SE 3.5mm. ·        Connection Type: 2Pin, 0.78mm. ·        Cable length: 1.2m ±0.2m. ·        Weight: 10g on each side. **What comes in its package?:** The IEMs themselves, the manual and warranty card, a quality card, a nice, well-built and very versatile case with the **KEFINE** logo; inside the case there’s its gorgeous cable, a perfect match for the IEMs ( I don’t feel the need to replace it) which is a 0.78 mm 2 pin, two cores twisted, silver plated free-oxygen copper cable with a 3.5 mm single ended plug, a set of balanced bore eartips (SML sizes) and the other set of nozzles (black, the silver are the ones installed). Its cable looks very nice and well-built, and it matches perfectly with the shells. The shells are made of metal, well-constructed, with a beautiful faceplate in which you can see the **KEFINE** logo in white, the housing doesn't seem prompt to scratches or so, for $49 you are expecting a quality product to last. It is comfortable to wear for long periods of time, with a nozzle who fits so well in my ears (> 6 mm diameter) but I advise seeing if is a nice fit for you because it goes in the medium to large size in comparison to other sets. **How the KEFINE Klean sounds:** The **Klean** with its **10 mm DLC dynamic driver** offers a very Klean (pun intended) and natural sound with a nice subbass boost and midbass presence with a nice extension into the lower and high frequencies, and a technical capacity who excels sets in the same segment of price and punches above its weight, offering a neutral (natural), full of macro and microdetails all-rounder who offers a very immersive, musical and fun presentation of sound, in the soundstage department it is impressive, the resolution and imaging are very remarkable, and you can distinguish all the instruments and other tracks in the music, this is no-brainer option for its price IMHO. For this review, I only used the installed nozzles (Silver). **BASS:** The **Klean** offers a satisfying bass shelf, with a more than decent quality and quantity of subbass thump and midbass bump, clean, fast, resolving, well extended into the lower frequencies, so bassheads can be satisfied in this aspect, it bleeds slightly into the lower mids without mudding male vocals, it sounds very natural and adds a nice flavor to the overall sound delivery. In songs like **“Alone”** by **The Cure** you can feel the weight of the bass guitar and drum kicks in a delightful and engaging presentation, in **“Long Live”** by **Atreyu**, the **Klean** shows how its bass delivery puts you in a state of unconscious headbanging (?). **MIDS:** As I mentioned before, the midbass bleeds slightly into the lower mids but male vocals and bass kick are not muddy, neither veiled, with a tiny dip until its forwarded and enters the pinna gain with a smooth but not sibilant approach of cleanliness and enough presence and resolution, with a 5 Khz peak to add to the feel of those plates and cymbals, female vocals are forwarded as well, neither sibilant nor fatiguing, a nice 6 kilohertz dip to crank the volume up if you feel the crave for (in my case I’m finding doing this a lot). In songs like **“Knife in the Safe Room”** by **Darkest Hour** you can see how the plates and cymbals are presented with an impressive quality and not much sibilance, the vocals of **Joss Stone** in **“You Had Me”** in her album **Mind Body & Soul** puts me to dance with the music, sounds so cool! **TREBLE:** This portion of the frequencies comes with a very good extension without so much sibilance, very clean, crisp and sharp without too much harshness, handling the sibilance so well, I’m finding myself listening to music at mid to high volumes and having to lower that volume knob to take care of my hearing, so it’s not fatiguing in long sessions at least for me (And I have a mild treble tolerance). Songs like **“The Ninja”** by **Jason Becker and Marty Friedman’s Cacophony** is shown all the drums and guitars details and colorations in the production of the album, in **“The Metulsky curse”** by **Long Distance Calling** you can just put the **Klean** in your ears, close your eyes and enjoy the ride for the duration of the song. **TECHNICALITIES:** The upper treble extends so nice, presenting an airy and spacy sound, the soundstage is very wide, and it gives you a plentiful sensation of space and depth. In songs like **“One (Live)”** by **Metallica** in their album **S&M** from 1999 you can feel inside the scenario in which they recorded the music, with all the **San Francisco Symphonic Orchestra** playing with the band. The **Klean** has a very resolving presentation of sound with a separation of sound more than average for its price, with busy and complicated tracks like **“Hessian Peel”** by **Opeth** you can be sure to hear all its pieces and instruments in the soft and heavy parts of the song without missing anything from the start to the end of the track. **Closing thoughts and conclusions:** The **KEFINE Klean** stands out as an impressive offering and one of the best options to buy in the 50 USD or less segment, its immersive naturalness and bass and treble extension put it as an overall excellent all-rounder with a technical, engaging and musical character, making it ideal for mature and newbie audiophiles and other listeners who want a very high-quality audio experience at an affordable cost. Is one of the best all-rounders for its price and in various cases a set who presents a better choice in a very competitive market than more expensive sets. The **KEFINE Klean** with its 107dB ± 3dB sensitivity is very easy to drive, even with a phone, but as a dynamic driver IEM it is benefited of source interchanging, with a neutral and uncolored source like the ESS Sabre chips it is presented as more technical than warm, but with a warm source it doesn’t lack technicalities (sources with CX31993 chips for example), and scales very well with more power. The included eartips are more than fine to use it out of the box, but if you want to change them, my advises goes to offers in the market as the Penon Liqueur Orange, Tangzu Tang Sancai Balanced and TRN T eartips. **Can I recommend it?** Of course, YES! The **KEFINE Klean** is one of the best options for its price segment and offers a sound you find in more expensive sets, with the **KEFINE** seal of quality, it is in my collection, and I’m not giving it away soon. Again, thanks to **KEFINE** for giving me this IEM to testing it, enjoying it and giving me the arguments I needed to recommend it as a product who excels its hype and deserves more praise 😊. Thank you, the reader, for visiting my review, **and happy listening!**

Hello mate, thanks so much for reading :) The Klean is better than the Wan'Er Sg 2 (but for 20 USD the Wan'er 2 is one of the best) and a much better offering than the Hexa for its price because it is more bassy and is tuned more close to the new Meta (JM-1) target than the Harman 2019 target. I can't talk about the Zero: Blue 2 or the May because I don't have those sets at the moment.

Got mine for £37 they are amazing value punches away above its weight

I just received my Klean today and I agree with everything you’ve said. It’s actually quite astounding that an IEM of this price can sound this good. Also, the overall build quality and accessories are superb. I’ve tried a variety of tips on them and so far the Spinfit W1s have worked the best for me.

Just got a pair for PC/iPod Classic use, and I couldn’t be more pleased for the price. Have not tried valorant yet tho, iems struggle with directional sound in my experience. Excited to find out ^^

then go for 7hz g1 or kefine klean. kefine Klean will be better

As a Klean owner, absolutely in love with your review. Paired it with the Dunu S&S tips and it sounds even better

My average research of gaming iem is under 30$ /7hz zero 2/ 7hz g1/ Tripowin x 0dibi Vivace/ qkz x hbb under 45$ Kefine klean for fps gaming one of the best but I heard it has some issues Under60/70$ simgot ew300 and lastly Kefine delci ae is one of the best under 100$ but gunshots is harsh though.

Best budget iem for gaming is Tripowin Vivace. After that at a slightly higher price its Kefine Klean, then slightly higher is Kefine Delci AE. Then the price gets alot more higher

Neither Klean or Vivace come with a mic btw. Kefine Klean are the absolute best budget iem under £50 for gaming. Vivace are the best under £30 for gaming. If you want a mic you will need to buy a cable alongside the iem. Best 2 cables with mic are Tripowin Zombur (£10) or Tripowin Grace (£15)

Amazon definitely has some of the top iems under $50. Kefine Klean are probably the best

I really appreciate the response, thanks man! Ahh, thats very interesting. I'm new to IEMs and my main reason to buy them was to move away from gaming headsets. It's interesting you've mentioned the Kefine Delci as i actually bough the Kefine Klean a couple weeks ago and they sound really good being plugged into the controller. But i then thought, "If these sound good then i may aswell spend more and get one of the top tier IEMs for gaming and return the Klean" So i bought the Aretes and now returned them. Thankfully i didnt return the Kleans yet and i'm back using them. I think i might just stick with them as they do sound really good with a variety of games, youtube and movies. Thanks again for the advice. When i decide to upgrade in the future i'll be sure to go with 1DD IEMs.

Forgot to mention. There is no static noise from the Kefine Kleans at all.

I want to find that sweet spot range where an IEM is perfect for being plugged into the controller. Not too low and not too high ohm impedance. I want to know that range so that i can then choose an IEM within it. It's proving a real challenge. I dont know why i cant find enough information about it. I thought those Ziigaat Aretes were going to be unmatched and top of the range for gaming, then the controllers DAC just put a stop to that. Its tough man.

I'm coming from using a HyperX cloud mix headset. I'm brand new to IEMs and the main reason i want to use them is for gaming and because i want to get away from headsets. I play on Xbox Series X and so the IEMs will be plugged directly into the controller which i use wired most of the time. I recently bought the Salnotes x crinacle Zero2 and they just arent doing it for me and just give me a cheap feel and sound. After some deep research I am now considering one of these 2 IEMs. Any help would be amazing! Thanks

Excellent. Thanks for taking the time to reply with such detail! I'm probably going to go with the Klean. Another option was the Truthear Pure, but i think thats getting to close to the £100 mark for me. Unless its miles better than the Klean for gaming. I'll do more research on that

Do you have any idea if it would be possible to get a 3.5mm female to 3.5mm male that has a DAC that i could plig into the controller?

After looking online i dont think you can get such a wire. Yeah i get what you mean. I bought the Kleans and they sound decent to me, but i can definitely hear some bad quality noises here and there and i just know i'm not getting the full (or close to full) potential out of them. I'm now looking at getting a Hdmi audio extractor to plud the iems into while gaming. So i'll see how that goes. Also, for using the iems on my phone would a 3.5mm to usb c dac give me a good sound with them?

Update: I bought the Kleans and they're excellent. I just need to sort a 3.5mm to usb c jack that has a dac so i can experience them on my phone. I'm also looking into buying a Hdmi audio extractor to plug into my Xbox series x and then plug the Kleans into it for better audio quality than what the xbox controllers cheap internal dac outputs. Thanks for the help everyone! It's uphill from here!

Kefine Klean is way better than Zero Red for almost the same price. My favorite up to $10 - KZ x AngelEars Libra X. Up to $20 - Tripowin Ruta10/Tanchjim Bunny. Up to $40 - Simgot EW200. Up to $50 - Kefine Klean.

So here's the thing, it doesn't matter if it's jack or Type C. You need to buy a DAC anyway which makes the headphones sound much much nicer. Aliexpress has the cx31993 max97220 DAC which makes jack to usb c!!! For recommendations, I'd go with Kefine Klean or Delci AE. Also, I'd buy a new cable for it, something like a KBear.

Actually, I'm a bit new to IEMs. I was always a headphones guy. My main headphone is the Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO X LE now. I tried lots of IEMs at my friend's and I bought some from Aliexpress. I mainly use the Kefine Klean at the moment. I actually recommend this guy called Fresh Reviews on YT. He has wallhack certified IEM list in his YT video's description. It's an excel chart. I plan to buy the Simgot Supermix 4 at the moment, lots of people who play Tac FPS praises it and says how good the imaging and sound quality on these IEMs.

Can vouch for the Kefine Klean. It has been almost a week with it and I’m enjoying it thus far - gamer too btw

wan'er 2 and tanchjim zero ultima is around the corner so i guess i'll just better off waiting for those. I was just wondering how much bass i really needed lol when i bought the gate i thought it lacked that punch and when i got the klean i wanted to see if i can handle more bass.

I had the zero red and replaced it with the Klean, I wont ever come back again. The black nozzles answers the boring treble and uppermidrange of the reds. if ill compare it Red is a like person slacking and the klean is like an active person. its has a fun. and engaging sound. I mainly use my performer 7 but when i changed the nozzle to black arguably its somehow close to how my performer 7 sounds but ofcourse its more technical than the Klean.

I'd recommend you check out the Artti T10 or Kiwi Ears Canta, the EW300 and the Kefine Delci are good picks, but I would suggest you get the Kefine Klean instead of the Delci. The Klean sounds very similar to the Delci and is cheaper.

Aoshida E20 or the ND Planet, the Kefine Klean isn't a bad set but not as much subbass as the others.

No, IEMs are not better than headphones. There's a possibility they could be, but you're going to be paying into the thousands of dollars for a pair that will. Check out Fresh Reviews on YouTube. He reviews a ton of audio gear including IEMs and Headphones. As far as some decent budget IEMs. $50US Kefine Klean (with the silver nozzle), Crinacle zero blue $50US, Simgot EM6L $100US I own the Kleans and they are about on par with my $150 Final Audio A5000 for competitive footsteps. You get good imaging with these. For budget headphones get a pair of Fiio JT1s for about $65US. For half the price of a pair of Sennheiser HD560s you get 98% of the performance, and they are better for single player gaming, music, and movies.

I have these. I do not use them for FPS gaming. They are strictly used with a Bluetooth adapter at work. The footstep resolution was god awful. In order of budget for decent footstep imaging on IEMs, Kefine Klean($50), Kefine Delci AE($75), Simgot EM6L ($100), Simgot Supermix 4 ($150). I have the Supermix 4s and am able to pinpoint footsteps just fine. The Kefine Cleans are really good for the money, just make sure you use the silver nozzle for gaming if you go that route.

I feel that with some kanye west songs that "crack" i feel like those are intended but man it bothers me! (On my kefine klean not even high end)

Ive got one today, cant wait for it. I really want to see how the female voices in ultralight beam and father strech my hands pt1 will sound 😭

Its my firt IEM! Got for 15usd before taxes (in my country its like 60% tax so around 20 after) now i got a buds 2 pro for daily use and the kefine for gaming/music

your memes accurate, you'll lose positional audio cues etc in games, u should reconsider this interesting quirk. Anyways try the Tanchjim Zero Ultima DSP, it's probably good enough for CS2 or Val, not that great in BR's like Apex compared to something like the Kefine Klean or Tripowin Vivace. Everything I've said here applies to the Zero Ultima DSP too: https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdviceIndia/s/lDT0EpYOyr

ok great, my question was related to it's app. Basically if u don't like the default tuning (which is close to JM1 or meta tuning) you can change it via presets or make ur own tuning. That tuning gets saved on the cable of the IEMs (hence my recc for DSP) That app is only available on type C DSP versions and that preset thingy works only on Android (iOS doesn't allow changing EQ thru that app). You'll just need it when you wanna change not always so it's not important. If you don't have any major issues with iems then I'd again recc u to get something like the Kefine Klean or if u have more budget, Ziigaat Lush, Kiwi Ears Astral etc

Amazing. Almost as good as the Quatio.

I think Kiwi Ears Cadenza and Kefine Klean are very versatile, meaning they sound good in every genre you play on them. If you want more bass, it's either QKZ x HBB or KZ Castor Pro Bass but the bass is too much for my liking. For vocal-leaning IEM, I would say Letshuoer DZ4 is unbeatable if you want vocals but don't mind the lackluster bass. All these are great pairs so pick one that has better deals for you.

I suggest waiting for 11.11 sale para sa cadenza or kefine klean kasi they're unbeatable under 2k. For Chu 2, if you dont mind shouty vocals and peaky trebles then it's fine, maybe?? It's not for me. Also, you dont need a DAC unless you're not satisfied with the max volume level of your iem or if the hisses are audible for you which can get annoying. Otherwise, you can get a cheap CX31993-MAX97220 dac dongle for ~300 pesos. Dont buy their DSP version(type-c).

s08 is less rumble and more slam; the pure is a really different sound, you would have to try it first, not for everyone, dont trust the hype, hexa with more bass; kefine klean are a kz edc pro clone; ew300 comes with two tunings depending on the nozzle, bassier gold or balanced silver, more rumble than slam

Kleans would probably be a cheaper option for gaming. It sounds great with music as well. I prefer using the Black Nozzles

If you like Chu 2 Then Kefine Klean is a solid upgrade option..

Yes u did their are better options out there u could get yourself a kefine klean better than kz in all terms.

I have Cambridge audio Bluetooth earbuds that cost €200 then I got kefine klean wired €50 and they blow the Cambridge out of the water

kefine klen it cheap and so good with black fliter

Heyo OP sorry for wall of text, I dont want create new post because its standard "gaming question" TLDR at bottom also wanna say thanks for all of your guide posts, some of your warn giving me deeper search into local facebook community and saw peoples having problem with those :( Is it bad if I blind buy based on reviews, price (discount) and tier list from FRS aslong the nozzle not too big but its newly released so not many known QC problem? I'm from SEA region, the prices a bit higher than MSRP due tax unless its older item or the store (Pre)Order a lot when discount on Linsoul or Ali and my budget is max $100 usd, first I was searching for IEM under $20 but after reading more the budget increased due people recommendations. I was using hyperx cloud kingston then HP version, due earpad peeling off I'm searching alternative and saw IEMs. I'm going to used it for gaming (80%) genre fps and action rpg like upcoming PoE2, music (10%) genre pop and OST then watching anime (10%) weekly genre shonen or seinen; based on what I read so far my choice are : 1. Kefine Delci AE ($85 discount today, normally $94 but only 3 stock left) 2. Simgot EW300 DSP ($73, one of overhyped brand in my country) 3. Kefine Klean ($53) 4. 7hz Sonus ($40) I was thinking interchangeable nozzle seems good for me because it has 2 signature profile. TLDR : Budget max $100 for gaming, should I buy the most expensive one from my list? Or wait another cheaper batch new IEM like 7hz G1? Thanks for reading.

Based on your selections: 7hz x Crinacle Salnotes Zero 2 \- A decent IEM overall, tuning is based on Crinacle's preference. If you want to follow Crinacle's tuning and other IEMs then this is the best bet for you. \- This has a weird shape for an IEM, idk if your ear would work for it. KZ Castor Pro Bass (best go for the OG, if small ears, and go for the Silver version much more versatile than the Bass version) \- If you said you have small ears, and still wants to include the KZ Castor in the list, go for the original KZ Castor Bass as the Pro version is abit more larger in both the IEM and nozzle size vs the original. \- Also this is a 2DD IEM, some phones can have issues with lower volume and inadequate power required (small margin of phones). But still easy to drive than a planar or a multi-driver hybrid IEM. \- The both this and the original uses a much more common and smoother IEM shape than the Zero 2, though will be heavier than the Zero 2 having 2 DDs inside. 7Hz G1 \- This is seems a abit more safer tuning IEM vs your other selections, much closer to Kiwi Ears Cadenza or Tangzu Wan'er SG/2's tuning of good sub-bass, and a more mellow treble. \- Some people didn't like the cabling and accessories that comes with the G1. \- Metal case, pebble-like appearance might work for small ears. SGOR Luna \- This is one of the decent planar sets that is at the budget range. Also this is a planar IEM not a DD IEM, so recommended to use a USB-C DAC to power it. \- More leaning to a U-shaped tuning vs the rest of the IEMs of your selection. \- Planars are usually large, therefore its shell might also be large as well. Might not work for some people. Kefine Klean \- Has 2 tuning nozzles for either a warm abit more bassy tuning, and a more v-shaped brighter feel. Has better accessories and unboxing, maybe on par to Tangzu Wan'er SG/2 standards. From your selection, I would either go (personally) \- Kefine Klean \- KZ Castor Silver Or try (smaller or more smoother shaped IEMs) \- Moondrop Chu 2 \- Rosetechnics Aurora Ultra \- Kiwi Ears Cadenza In the end though its your own preference on what IEM you prefer and weigh in their pros and cons. Tbh all of your selection are good selections, just that it depends on your tuning preference, IEM design preference, accessories, and general feel about the IEM. Hope this helps! Also don't forget to at least read my [beginner's guide into IEMs](https://www.reddit.com/user/NinjaSiren/comments/1jil8re/beginners_intro_guide_to_iems/), general guide before, while, and after using the IEM and gaming stuffs. My IEM Collection: https://preview.redd.it/u7hrt5cbdsue1.png?width=8100&format=png&auto=webp&s=143abf7fcc2940c5cf7c29c0048017f201b60a61

I have seen a comment (maybe from Audio Amigo) where the Soundbrenner might just be a rebadged TRN ST2 shells with an additional BA driver. Seen frequency response graphs of it somewhere from ASR Forums, wacky and maybe shouty and shrilly graph. https://preview.redd.it/05hgzaaiqxqf1.png?width=2400&format=png&auto=webp&s=bc1d239095b5772b4ab21beb2e973abb64f6a65d I would personally stay away from the Soundbrenner if this is the actual graph, I would rather personally use my KZ Castor, AM16 Balanced, or my EDC Pro over this. In your case, go ahead and buy the Kefine Klean!

Why Chu 2 when you can get the Kefine Klean which is way better

I auto Eq mine to Kefine Klean silver, I enjoying it. Bass and treble is good for listening for long hour. I have Harman version.

TL;DR for those short on time or not inclined to read the entire review (tables are broken so I am using an easy paragraph with Pros and Cons until someone fixes it): **PROS** * Well-tuned, easy to drive and fun-oriented IEMs with a weighty low-end, a clean midrange and a non-fatiguing treble response * Very good imaging and well-rounded stage * Comfortable and sturdy shells * Spot-on price **CONS** * Slightly recessed lower mids provide for less overall thickness along the spectrum, so they could sound a bit lean to some * Black filters sound somewhat aggressive * Very few tips included \--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- # INTRODUCTION Kefine is already well known for the Klanar, the Delci and the Delci AE, and they have just launched a new product: the Klean. In this review, I am going to speak about this new product and compare it with some other products from other brands. >*Disclaimer: the Kefine Klean were sent to me by Kefine so that I could write an honest review. This review represents my personal opinion on the set, it isn't promotional or paid content and I don’t get any revenue from the sales of this product. At the time of the review, the Kefine Klean were on sale for about $49 at Amazon US, Amazon JP, HiFiGO and Aliexpress.* https://preview.redd.it/qm56akld9dxd1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=05324ee8b3be8f4805585918b761eac213bca12c # TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS * Driver Configuration → 1 x 10mm DLC Dynamic Driver * Impedance → 32 Ω ± 15% * Spec-sheet Frequency Response → 20Hz-20kHz  * Nozzle Diameter (widest point) →  6mm * Sensitivity → 107 ± 1 dB * Cable → 1.25m detachable silver-plated copper cable with 0.78mm 2-PIN connectors * Plug Type → 3.5mm # PACKAGING The packaging of the Kefine Klean is rather sample and contains: * The Kefine Klean * The detachable cable * One set of silicone tips * One pair of different nozzle filters to tune the sound * Carry case * User manual I would really like companies to include at least two sets of different tips, one set isn’t enough in my opinion. https://preview.redd.it/hi4ut2edadxd1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=029f58bf29d7f80b1a8a73c16cb0327c948d3b1f https://preview.redd.it/gpe4r3edadxd1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=14bd2fd32e09fe7f558175155272c982daadfb2c https://preview.redd.it/qymqp5edadxd1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bdf0d6242df5c65b5fc91830298fa7c1dde0c8d3 # DESIGN, BUILD QUALITY, COMFORT AND ISOLATION The design of the Klean is… “clean”: the metal shells are superbly crafted and are painted in black color. The faceplate only shows the KEFINE brand logo, providing for a minimal design (just like every other KEFINE’s set). https://preview.redd.it/va05wkfjadxd1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9a9bb408760eab293a6e53d20a07442a9792925a https://preview.redd.it/a6pnalfjadxd1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ccdf85168776a1380145f2b46b52f0f047e0e6e5 The nozzles are interchangeable and the black ones can be used to fine tune the earphones to a brighter and more “forward” signature. https://preview.redd.it/bf8movykadxd1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=86b52b99351e63745ac5cc497c69eb5160634bcd The earpieces are very comfortable, the nozzle is long enough to grant a decent insertion depth and even though the stock tips aren’t enough to do some proper tip rolling, the fit is already pretty good with them. The earpieces are slightly heavier than average but they are built to last.The isolation from external noises is average. # CABLE There are some other brands who include a slightly better cable in the box, but the Klean come with a stock cable that is perfectly in-line with the price range. https://preview.redd.it/v72fhncqadxd1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e1e17566e3fef7ae6659f79b5596286407aa6fb9 # SOUND **GEAR USED FOR THE TEST** * DAC: Topping E30  * AMP: Topping L30, Fiio A3 * Mobile phones: Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, Xiaomi Mi A3, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra * Moondrop May’s DSP cable with PEQ=0 * Dongle: Apple Type-C dongle, Fosi DS2 * Portable DAPs: Benjie S8/AGPTEK M30B * Bluetooth Adapters: KBEAR S1, KZ AZ10  * Other sources: Presonus AudioBox iONE, Elgato Wave XLR **Do they need an amplifier?** No, an amplifier is not strictly needed. An amplifier slightly tightens the low-end but it’s not a night and day difference since the driver is already quite efficient. **Sound signature** The Kefine Klean are U-shaped.The description of the various frequencies will be based on the stock silver nozzles, whereas at the end of this section you’ll also find out what are differences with the black nozzles. **Lows:** The sub-bass and bass are forward in the mix, with proper punch, extension and control. The bass is of good quality, and even though not the punchiest out there, it’s still impactful enough to grant a good reproduction of most tracks, even those that focus on the low-end dynamics. It’s not a basshead set, but those who love some added bass will definitely like the Klean. **Mids:** The midrange is slightly recessed, with more focus on female vocals than male ones. Male vocals and acoustic instruments still have proper weight and warmth, which is good news considering that on most U-shaped sets they lack depth and presence. Female vocals are spot-on, energetic, lively, never shouty, providing for very enjoyable sessions with female singers’ tracks without becoming fatiguing. It’s not a set for those who like an uncolored and neutral reproduction, but those who like some coloration will certainly love the way the Klean do it. **Highs:** The highs are lively, they pack a good amount of detail, and the general tuning of the upper range isn’t neither aggressive nor fatiguing. I think it’s the type of low-end that will fit most listeners provided that you like a very soft touch of added energy and spice. The upper treble has decent extension too, yet without becoming fatiguing or artificial. There isn’t any kind of sibilance too, which is great news. The **soundstage** is well rounded with nice width and average depth and height. The **imaging** is very good too for the price range and so can be said for the overall layering. **BLACK FILTERS vs SILVER FILTERS** Pretty easy: the black filters increase the upper mids and the treble, improving the overall energy and the detail retrieval, and slightly reduce the low-end presence. I personally find them a bit too aggressive for my taste, the silver filters make them a lot more balanced, natural and pleasant. # SOME COMPARISONS **Kefine Klean vs Kefine Delci** >The Klean is basically a cleaner and more balanced Delci: slightly more lively and airy female vocals, a tad less treble “spice” due to less emphasized mid-treble and a softer upper-end roll-off. The result is a more correct reproduction of vocals and more coherent sound along the spectrum. Technicalities are 90% identical, but the Klean has a touch less soundstage width and slightly more precise imaging. The build quality is good on both sets, but comfort and isolation are better on the clean, also thanks to the thicker shell that provides for a deeper and more stable insertion in the ear canal. The cable is not that different even though Klean’s cable looks a bit better, and the overall tips’ selection isn’t that different. I’d say just get the Klean since it’s a more mature and more refined Delci, that’s all. If KEFINE told me that Klean’s driver was the same used on the Delci, I wouldn't even read the specs and I would believe that since the technical prowess is quite similar. If you already have the Delci, instead, I would not buy these: there’s not enough difference in performance to justify the expense for the Klean. **Kefine Klean vs Sivga Que** >The Que are slightly less U-shaped than the Klean, with inferior end-to-end extension and more forward mids. The two don’t share much, but we could sum-up the comparison by saying that the Klean sounds overall more engaging and lively with a fuller low-end. They also sound a bit more technical and snappier than the Que. If the Klean will be sold for a lower price, then the Que could experience some hard times. The imaging is better on the Klean, whereas the soundstage is of similar size. Build quality is good on both, the Que come with a better stock cable and a wider tips’ selection while the Klean provide for better isolation and comfort. **Kefine Klean vs Truthear HEXA** >Completely different sound approach: respectively U-shaped and fun-oriented vs neutral and analytical.The Klean have more bass and sub-bass, with better punch and note weight, the lower midrange is a bit more recessed than on the Hexa and the upper mids are slightly more controlled than on Truthear’s set. The Klean are slightly more natural and vivid up-top even though the Hexa carry some more information. Overall the Hexa are slightly more analytical sounding and more sterile, whereas the Klean are still quite competent while never sounding boring or sterile at all. Imaging is good on both sets but the stage is a bit more spacious on the Klean. The build quality of the Klean feels superior even though the Hexa are built very well too. Klean’s stock cable is better. Comfort is good on both sets, whereas the isolation is a bit better on the Hexa. # FINAL THOUGHTS The Klean are well-rounded and competent IEMs, and they are actually what the Delci would have been if Kefine had applied a few refinements before releasing them. But this is not bad news, and instead really shows how Kefine has listened to reviewers and users in order to improve a product that already offered a lot for the asking price. It’s hard to go wrong with a well-tuned set like the Klean, and the price is spot-on for what you receive (except for the fact that I would have liked to see a few more tips in the box). Another strike (more like a spare in this case, since they had already done a good job with the Delci) from Kefine, hopefully they’ll keep working like this.

This is a nice question in fact but also an easy one to answer. I think that May's tuning, speaking about them in their stock signature (with the type-c cable with peq set to 0 or without any other 2-pin cable, so I am not considering the DSP presets), is slightly better to my ears in terms of timbre and tonality. However the Klean are also pretty natural and they are better in terms of overall performance, especially when it comes to imaging.

I think it's a more versatile and refined option. Delci are slightly spicier and with a touch more low-end oomph. I prefer the Klean to the old Delci, imaging is also a bit Better.

From personal experience the kefine klean is a great choice for a first timer ( I used it in r6 as well and it’s really good).

Kefine klean

Yup, Klean and Kima2 are the two I really love for budget price right now

Kefine klean provides the best experience so far.I personally got blowned by the sound quality and performance.I could hear each and every instrument in songs and provides the widest soundstage possible in the game.The sound is too clean just natural with the natural base.Its one of the best under 5k INR.

Kefine Klean probably, but people are often struggling with the interchangable filters, is not like horrible, but you could have a bit of trouble with them at first.

# TL/DR: An excellently done, balanced IEM with a small lean into the bass, clean, natural and energetic sound that just manages to have everything you need to enjoy music without overdoing any part of it. Nice rumbly bass, with enough texture and decent punch, very clean and correct vocals, plus a well-controlled and detailed treble, everything you need to enjoy music. **WOULD RECOMMEND:** * For people that enjoy energetic sound signatures. * For people that like a balanced, allrounder sound signatures. * For people looking for a very safe balanced pick. * For people that is a bit sensitive to treble. * A nice starting point for the $50 price bracket. * For people that are into EQ, as it works decently for that. * For people who like single DD sound and performance. * For people that like to listen to busy tracks. * For people upgrading from the Waner or Salnotes Zero 2, that want a cleaner sound. * For people who like very correct vocals. * For people looking for a better fitting alternative to the Truthear Zero Red. **WOULD NOT RECOMMEND:** * Not for people looking for a very intense kind of music replay. * Not for bass heads (although EQ could help). * High volume listeners should be cautious with the volume. * People way too sensitive to treble should be cautious with the pick. \---------- # The Intro. I am excited to say that, now, the nice people at Kefine allowed me to test one of their most recent items on the market; despite being the cheapest of their offerings, the Klean has been making some waves in the sub $50 price range and now I have been granted the opportunity to add my two grains of experience to this discussion, just remember… ***Full disclosure, this was sent by Kefine, I did NOT buy it with my own money.*** With that out of the way, I would like to start by saying that I need to acknowledge that I might, or might now, have helped to create a bit of an “odd” reputation to the Kefine Klean since because, since this iem was released to the market, a few people (that I recommended this iem to) came back to inform me that they were having trouble with it, specifically, the common issue was channel imbalance (one side of the iem sounding quieter than the other), now, after some weeks have passed, plus now that I have had the opportunity to daily drive this iem for a few days, I want to, kind of, set the record straight for people that could be interested on buying it. This possible channel imbalance issue seems to not be a common problem and can often be a matter of simply a filter becoming unscrew when fitting the IEM, besides, the Kefine Klean is an iem that sports a metal shell and, how is commonly known, iems with metal shells can sometimes struggle with humidity which can also cause channel imbalance, but either way, it doesn’t seem to be a common QC problem or anything like that. Now, in my personal experience I haven’t had so much as a problem while using the Klean, but if you do get is and you find any problem whatsoever, the only thing you need to do is to either contact (first) the store where you get it from, so they help you solve any issue, or then Kefine themselves by their official web page if you didn’t have any luck with the store. Let me clarify something, this kind of approach is true, and the correct thing to do, for whatever IEM you get, from any brand, and is not something to do just with this model or with Kefine as a brand. With all that explained, lets dig in with this iem, because this one is a hard hitter, let me tell you… \---------- # The Hope. In my “audiophile journey” so far, I have constantly struggled with IEMs in the $50 price range: horrible fit, sensitivity to the tuning, I got to the point that I rather just got a decent enough driver, like a planar, and spent almost a month EQing it to my taste, because whatever was on the market at the moment just wasn’t a reasonable option for me, I had given up hope on it. Then the Klean launched, and I just had to watch the graph to know that this was what I had been waiting for, everything was perfect, on paper of course, then the reviews poured in, and I knew I had to try it. If you have checked the $50 price range around the past 2 years you know by now that certain big nozzled red IEM has been totally dominating the bracket, and I just wonder why every company that put anything out around this price always had to drop the ball in one way or another, this time though, Kefine seems to have got the memo with the Klean, having all the potential to be the better alternative, but, is it? \---------- # The Bias. Before talking about iems, I need to mention a few things. Remember, every person listens in a different way, listening preferences are key to understanding what each person likes and dislikes and how that translates into the opinions given in a review: My preference in sound is neutral with bass boost and I don’t like too much boosted treble, however, I can handle an intense upper treble, so, what is not too bright or treble forward for me, could feel harsh for you, and what is bassy enough for me, could be too bassy or even muddy for you. I’m a bit biased towards more bassy, not so bright stuff, because I’m from the group of people that like to listen music mostly at a “high volume,” not at “hearing damage” levels, but I like to hear the sound close to me. Another think to note is that I’m a bit susceptible to shoutiness on iems, especially ones with energy around 4Khz, which usually affects female vocals, high pitched male vocals, and part of the lower treble, a lot of people doesn’t find this boosted area as a problem, but I usually do, and it gives the sound, but specifically vocals, this intense and harsh energy that doesn’t let me enjoy the rest of the sound too much, so if I personally find something what I consider “shouty”, for some might also be the case, but for others it might not. \---------- # The Review. * **Fit and Drivability.** The first impression wasn’t great in terms of fit, because of the interchangeable filters, the nozzle is on the larger side, so it felt a bit stuffy on my ears, that say, is not that bad, I have tried enough iems with a large nozzle to know that this one is still pretty much wearable for most people, but you likely would need to give it a bit of time to get used, especially if you have small ear canals like me, it will get better though, just, don’t expect the most comfortable fit if you know you have small ear canals. Other than that, the shell is comfortable enough and it does fit snugly on the ear, still, I do get a bit tired of wearing them from time to time so, as I said, is not the most comfortable I have ever used, your milage may vary, but it is not going to be terrible as other alternatives can get to be. For drivability, you can hook this ones to anything you have and you will have the same result more or less, you could, maybe, want to use a very basic dongle for some extra volume with these, but besides that, if it has a 3.5mm jack, it is good to go, there is no more resolution, clarity nor anything else to gain from amplification with this one, maybe the treble is a tiny bit more controlled, but it could very well be my imagination in this one, so, bottom line is, you can use a DAC, but you don’t need to. * **Technicalities:** It has very good resolution for the price, but still around what you can expect of this price bracket, sometimes though, I think it borderline is above it, in my personal opinion anyway. Detail retrieval is pretty good, it initially didn’t “wow-ed” me, but after some time of use, you can see that it also excels quite a bit in this regard, totally in line with the price bracket, and, more often than not, borderline above it. When you are searching for details, on some occasions it will be very obvious about it, but in others it won’t be that evident. The soundstage is fairly open, doesn’t feel congested or too close to you, but around the same as the competition. Imaging is very good, with the direction of the sound, and separation is great, where you can kind of pick-up individual sounds without much problem; this IEM can handle busy tracks just fine, and you will have a (slightly above average) open, well organized, soundstage around your head. Timbre is very correct and there is little to no coloration from the bass, a very well done, “transparent” sound is produced. The note weight is a tiny bit on the softer side, the sound has presence, but you are not going to have any kind of aggressive sound energy most of the time. The replay is great, including low quality files, as I usually say, is not going to make your low-quality files better, but it is also not going to make them even worse. All in all, an enjoyable replay. * **Treble:** Fairly well extended, just the good enough amount of, not the airiest but you won’t be lacking detail or openness in that regard, it is, though, certainly not the main focus of the Klean, as it is fairly relaxed and unlikely to turn fatiguing or offensive in any way. It is, also, fairly smooth, controlled, there is not signal or shoutiness, so the lower treble is excellently done, and also no sibilance found on part of the driver, on top of that, tracks with sibilance are also pretty well controlled, so, if you are sensitive to treble and sibilance, this one is a pretty safe pick. There is some “crispiness” to the treble, just not “treble-head” material at all, the Klean just has a very safe amount of treble for most people on the hobby, with an energetic spark on top when needed. * **Mids/Vocals:** The mids are pretty crisp, very clean, and correct. Despite the somewhat energetic type of sound that the Klean manages to offer, the vocals aren’t pushed to the back or thinned out, from time to time male vocals could use a bit more body I must say, but other than that, you won’t have any kind of major problem in this area with the Klean. This might feel like a “meh” kind of opinion on the mid-range, but is just that there is not much to say other that it is very correct, very good, probably the best mid-range I have listen to at this price point, checks out all my boxes, and strikes and excellent balance between energy and safeness. Now, as the Klean is pretty balanced in terms of sound, the mids are also not like super forward or anything, so this is not a vocal centric kind of IEM, I just find it to have great qualities for vocals, showing that the driver used by Kefine is of excellent quality. * **Bass:** This is when things really get “crazy” with the Kefine Klean, because this driver manages, on top of being extremely clean and natural in the sound, to have a pretty rumbly, energetic kind of bass. The bass reaches pretty deep, the rumble has presence, and the mid-bass has some kick to it, now, the obvious focus is sub-bass rumble over mid-bass punch, so don expect the bass to have like the most authoritative slam, it is arguably a bit soft on that regard, but exactly what you need to have an excellent and versatile music experience. Texture is there, however, given than is a well-balanced kind of sound, prioritizing rumble over punch, it sometimes doesn’t stand out as much as you could want, so you can hear the detail on the bass, but can also get just a bit overshadowed by other sounds. The bass is well controlled and fairly fast, but lacks some physicality to it, you can totally hear it, but you don’t feel it that much. My point is, it’s excellent for people that like good quality bass on top of everything else, but it stays a few steps shy of being basshead material. * **Overall sound:** A balanced, slightly bass leaning iem, with smooth-ish correct and precise treble, well-presented clean, natural vocals/mid-range, and quality of rumbly, energetic bass. The more I use it the more I like it, being extremely versatile for most music genres and doing an excellent job at striking a nice, energetic balance to enjoy music in any situation. The problem with this kind of iems is that the lack of “buts” make it hard to explain yourself more, so when you try to say how good it is, you end up being redundant, and if you cut the words down, you end up failing to convey how good it actually is; a bless or a curse? I’m not sure, but what I’m sure of is that the people at Kefine did an excellent tuning job. But let me be clear, is it perfect? No, bass could have more slam, treble could be a bit more controlled, the mids could use some more body, resolution and detail retrieval could be better, the fit is also not the best, there are a lot of things that could be better, but the thing is, it’s just a $50 IEM, at this point you are nitpicking everything for how little it cost, is not perfect at all, but is the best shot I have seen from any company under $50 so far. \---------- # Unboxing Experience. For the budget you can expect much of the unboxing experience, that say, Kefine did a fairly good job to keep it simple but decent. Opening the box, you are greeted by the IEMs protected by foam around them, and below you will see a black accessories box, inside it you will find a Kefine branded carrying case that contains everything this iem comes with, which is not much, but is just enough. # Accessories. * Opening the carrying case the first thing you will encounter is the silver-white two-pin stock cable that has some “Kefine Klean” branding on it, is a pretty basic cable, a bit rubbery and not tangle free, but is fairly good for the price, gets the job done and doesn’t feel weak in any way, the chin slider moves pretty smoothly and the 3.5mm connection feels quite sturdy. * \- * There are 3 pairs of generic stock tips included, small, medium and large size, pretty standard, they are fine, but they are generic stock tips, nothing much to say about them, gets the job done. * \- * You can also find a second pair of interchangeable nozzles, black colored ones, which will reduce bass and boost mids and lower treble, so if you feel lacking detail and sparing some bass, you can screw this one in, is still fine, but is a less balanced experience. * \- * And surprisingly, at this price range, you get a full rigid carrying case with a zipper and all that, a pretty good and valuable addition to the package, and, in my books, this one makes up for the barebones accessories. * \- Besides that, there is nothing more in the package, again, just a decent experience on this front. \---------- # Conclusions. The Kefine Klean is an excellent pair of budget iems that comes to compete with other hard hitters in the $50 price bracket offering what various other companies have failed to achieve: a nice, balanced sounding and safe, well-performing alternative of an allrounder pick. If you are planning to start your journey properly, this one is a great option, just be aware that you might get a bit spoiled because of the value this one packs. I want to thank the people at Kefine for giving me a token of trust and making this review possible. I will do my best to bring people the best IEM alternatives on the market to pick and choose from, hoping for a continuous collaboration with IEM brands to makes this possible. **Thanks for reading, the budget knight bids farewell, good luck. – O.E.**

I own the klean, and its pretty good but i cant say for sure how it compares to the Vivace, sadly i dont play games much anymore, it is, at least, better than most $20 stuff for sure. maybe you could get the vivace and save for a AE Delci disscount? If its any worth mentioning, so far anyone i have recomended the Vivace (and got it) have liked it a lot tho. Klean is also a bit large in the nozzle, if comfort is very relevant to you, i would rather say the Vivace is better on that regard.

This is a Sub $50-ish iem list i made: [\- Click Here -](https://www.reddit.com/r/iems/s/ewQg6y32HB) You can search there, specially the "balanced" part of the list, for options, but my personal recs are: For music listening: Kefine Klean. For gaming: Tripowin Vivace. Both are pretty safe choices to make and with overall good performance.

I have a few reviews published on my profile if you wanna check them (Models Reviewed so far are: Dunu Kima 2, Titan S2, Kefine Klean, Dunu DK3001BD, 7Hz Elua and Dunu Falcon Ultra). Oh, and also TRN Orca but is a very old and novice review xd.

This is my First formal IEM Pick Mega Guide – "Revamped" (Last Updated: January 2025) PART 1 Oh well… here we go again. And this is going to be LARGE, so buckle up, this is a part 1 because turns out reddit wont let me publish this much text in one single post, so yeah, ill link the Part 2 right here: * [For part 2 Click - HERE -](https://www.reddit.com/r/iems/comments/1f332k3/the_iem_pick_megaguide_part2/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button) # UPDATE: Now i also have a Sub $100-ish list if you want to check it: [https://www.reddit.com/r/iems/s/OXgg8IsbYi](https://www.reddit.com/r/iems/s/OXgg8IsbYi) /---------------- # Gaming Update: As quite a lot of people asks for gaming options, I’ll make this update marking iems with performance rakings from the "WALLHACK TIER LIST" of Reviewer Fresh Reviews, who is known for recommending iems for gaming use, just be aware that this does not reflect my opinion about each IEM nor does it ensure that you will have an excellent video game experience just because the iem is listed. The Fresh Reviews system gives letter grades where “S” is the best grade, going down from S-A to C+, where C+ means that they are the minimum for video games. I will mark the IEMs by putting the score besides the name: "( FRS: “Mark obtained”)" (FRS = Fresh Reviews Score), example: Zero Red (FRS: C+), if you don't see this mark, it means that Fresh Reviews did not consider it for gaming, or didnt review the product. /---------------- **So, lets continue with part 1:** Some people might identify me already, I’m one of the redditors in this sub that’s usually giving recs and trying to help people left and right, things doesn’t always work, but I hope that I’m being of some help. So yeah, I finally gathered the will to do a proper post about this, I’ll try to pour everything I know after around 4 years of checking reviews and trying around more than 27 different iems (mostly under $100).   ***BTW, IF YOU SEE SOME GLARING ERROR, ANYTHING THAT JUST DOES NOT SEEM RIGHT, PLEASE LET MY KNOW, IM DISLEXIC TOO, SO YEAH XD, THANKS FOR THE FUTURE HELP.*** \----- # CONTENTS: Part 1: * Where to buy? * List of mostly recommended iems under $50. * Reviewers List. Part 2: * FACs (Frequently Asked Concerns lol – I recommend you to read this one first if you are a newbie). * Final extra details. Now, remember that I’m just another person, I have preferences and some degree of bias towards some sets, especially ones that I own, my intention is not to tell you “You should pick this”, but rather to point you out to a clearer direction as to what you might like or need. This info is not “absolute” as preferences and music library plays a huge role on the experience, but at least I hope I can make this decision less complicated for you. \----- # Where to buy? So, first, I don’t know what store you are planning to use but most common recs for buying are: * Mostly free shipping Stores: Shenzhen Audio, Amazon, and alsoAliExpress, but with ali, you need to pick the seller carefully, I have got 3 iems and some cables from there without any problems, but it isn’t as safe as Amazon and Shenzhen could be. * \- * They usually charge shipping Stores: Hifigo, Linsoul. I would recommend the free shipping Stores better since, besides free shipping, I have had less problems with them (in my very personal experience) and they usually do as much as possible to help their clients, however, this doesn’t mean that you can’t have problems with each store, sometimes life sucks and online stores do too, so always be careful when ordering online, specially check sellers on AliExpress Also, when buying, remember that if you wish to have a cable that comes with a mic, since IEMs don’t always come with one, especially around $50 and above, you need to specially pick the option of having a cable with mic when selecting the IEM for purchase if the options is given. \----- # Usually recommended IEMs under $50 If you don’t feel like reading or you have some IEM experience, skip or ignore the “FACs” part, HOWEVER, if you are new to this hobby, I recommend you to check that first, it could help clear your mind about a lot of questions you might have. ***The price in brackets is the original base price of the IEMs.*** ***Purchase links disclaimer:*** The links included are affiliate links, but make sure to check vendor reviews when you make any AliExpress purchases. The links have no influence on which IEMs are recommended or picked for the list.   # ----- # BASSY IEMS IEMs that their key point Is the lower end of sound, more Rumble and/or bass punch/kick, if you want some good bass, check this one, there will be iems from bass heavy to balanced, but overall, picks that have an elevated bass area, even if that also comes with some extra treble. * **($16) KZ Castor Bass enhanced edition (Black colored):** An IEM with a heavy, but still somewhat clean, punchy and rumbly bass, that can have the amount of bass and treble adjusted with switches, can have some more treble energy than QKZxHBB, but bass is very prominent, so vocals do get a bit overshadowed and might feel lacking intensity, recommended mostly for electronic music or bass heavy genres like hip-hop or R&B, not really recommended for vocal centric music genres like rock or ballads, Works for gaming, but bass might be too distracting. Nozzle is on the larger side. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mt6hFPl) * \- * **($17) KZ Castor Pro:** A small upgrade to the Castor bass OG, a bit more Rumble, a bit less punch, it is overall better than the OG Castor, but also comes with a larger nozzle. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKmDf4B) * \- * **($20) QKZxHBB (FRS: B-):** A lot of rumbly bass with decent vocals, altough it can sound muddy for some at fist, is mostly for those who really like a lot of inmersive bass but also still want enough vocal and treble detail. Works for gaming. Nozzle slightly on the larger side. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_msetV8R) * \- * **($50) Truthear Zero (blue) (FRS: B-):** They are actually balanced sounding, bass, vocals and treble all are very energetic, but this IEM was made to have very clean bass, like a mini “subwoofer” effect, and that’s the main focus of It, although their nozzles (the part of the iem that goes into your ear canal) are some of the biggest on the market, if you happen to have small ear canals, or you are looking for comfort, they could hurt or not fit well when using them (the biggest nozzle from this list). Usually recommended over the Zero Red for gaming, from the less bassy picks in the bassy section. You should consider using a dongle DAC if the sound is too quiet with them. If you happend to have fitting problems, check the Spinfit CP155 eartips, could help a lot, but those tips get streched kinda easy and can fall out of the nozzle, so do take in mind. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mOGUNun) * \- * **($24-34) BLON BL03:** Great hard hitting bassy IEM, a lot of Energy and intensity with enough intense treble, biggest downside Is that Fit might not be great thanks to their particular shape and short reaching nozzle (the nozzle might not be large enough to enter properly into your ear canal), the nozzle itself is on the smaller side. Not a bad pick, works for gaming, but a bit outdated. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mqDowxp) * \- * **($50) CCA Rhapsody:** THE Castor bass upgrade, better techs, some more clarity, all in all, a great bassy package for the price, but shell is VERY large and nozzle not so smaller, so, if you have small ears, then maybe this is not the best pick, nozzle size is in a middle ground. Works for gaming. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mMQ1ytz) * \- * **($35) BLON Z300:** A very specific pick since they are just somewhat bassy, they could sound balanced for bassheads, and muddy for non-bassheads, the bass works better with well produced/mixed files, for poor quality tracks they might lack punch, they are decent for vocals, but might feel a bit on the background. They are decent for an inmerssive bassy sound, and have pretty good resolution and detail, also, sound direction is good, if you like ASMR, those are good bot a bassy relaxed replay on a budget. Should work for gaming, nozzle is pretty small, should have a comfy fit. If you want clarity and cleaness is not the best option. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mrDU1eF) * \- * **($50) Blon JOJO:** this one is like a more bassy, aggressive QKZxHBB, techs are just decent for $50, but because of its quantity of bass, aren’t the best for clarity or detail. Might work for gaming, not really recommended, best for bassy music genres. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mOT3o83) * \- * **($37) CCA Trio:** This ones comes like a small upgrade from the Castor Bass, if you feel that Castor bass would be too intense, might as well go for this one, this is more of a bassy V-shaped or balanced set, but with the ability to increase the bass or treble just like the castor. should work for gaming. Vader Balanced is a good alternative if you find it cheaper. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mPAIXdp) * \- * **($31) KZ Vader Balanced:** Energetic bassy V-shape-ish sound with a less "Harman-style" approach (less obvious clean-cut bass, some warmness on vocals), so it has a bit more body, but not that much, mostly a bit less V-shaped CCA trio, a good alternative to it. Decent techs for the price, get whichever is cheaper. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_m05R5aF) * \- * **($50) INAWAKEN Dawn Ms:** Warm, rumbly, a bit thick, bassy V-shaped iem, could feel slightly less technical than other iems, but clean-ish sound still, relaxed upper treble but a bit foward lower treble (shoutiness warning), warm-ish vocals, pretty good bass performance. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKp2ac3) * \- * **($25) Tachjim One (has DSP/Type-C option too):** A bullet style earphone that has a focus on Mid bass over sub bass, it’s somewhat V-shaped and energetic, a bit foward on the lower treble, and it has a bass that should work better for rock genres since it gives energy to drums without making the sound way too bassy. Could work for gaming, but being this mid-bass centric, wouldn’t recommend It. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mPULWWP) * \- * **($22) Tanchjim Tanya (DSP):** Another bullet style, the only reason I’m mentioning only the DSP version (Type-C cable connection) is because this one would pack a very good amount of bass, while keeping it reasonably clean, slightly better than Castor bass in that specific regard, but keeping an affordable price over other picks like Trio or Zero Blue. Could work for gaming, still similar problem to Castor. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKWofm3) # -- # BALANCED IEMS Section for more balanced and somewhat neutral IEMs: (For clarification on what’s “neutral” and what’s “balanced” please check the FACs) * **($19) Tangzu Waner:** a slightly rumbly IEM that has a lot of vocal qualities, with a close-to-neutral and pretty balanced sound, great for long listening sessions, not great for directional sound/gaming in my personal experience. A very versatile starter pick, but bass area can come as a slightly muddy at first, so, better for people that like some bass presence and nice body on male vocals. Nozzle size is in between, not too big, not too small. As a side note, some people say they work for gaming, i dont find them particularly good for that versus other options, your call. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_m0Z0EQr) * \- * **($30) Tripowin Vivace (FRS: B-):** A nice slighlty bass leaning iem that has good technicalities for the price, almost performing above its price range, a very safe sound overall, on of the safest sounds on to pick from the list. The best cheaper allrounder starting point under $30 and arguably the best gaming pick under $50. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKx3o0L) * \- * **($38-44) Sgor Luna:** While it’s a planar, it doesn’t exactly compete with other planars around this price, however, it’s a very cheap good option to try a planar driver, plus you can pick them bundled with a dongle dac which should take care of your amplification needs. As far as technical performance goes it is decent for its price range (which is around $40) but the best part is that it is like a less intense Simgot ew200, it might have an edge over them technically speaking, but the tuning of the luna doesn’t make it too obvious. It has a better bass quality and presence, making it a pretty decent and very safe pick for the price, as long as you use a dongle with them OR a DAP with decent amplfication on the 3.5mm conection. *PROBABLY THE SAFEST PICK AROUND $50.* Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKynQSJ) * \- * **($19) Truthear Gate:** A correct and pretty balanced iem, similar to waner but with a tilt to female vocals and treble, also, bass might sound slightly cleaner than waner, but just a bit. Should for gaming. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_m0ebw6r) * \- * **($25-30) Kinera Celest Wyvern (Abyss/black, Quing, Pro) (should had a Type-C option):** the 3 verions are around the same, pick the most appealing to you. Tuning is similar to waner with a bit of more overall energy on vocals and presence on the bass, maybe a tilt to female vocals too, and slightly cleaner in the bass. Should work for gaming. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mrlZ1Ij) * \- * **($20) Simgot ew100p (There is a DSP/Type-C variant):** Another similar one to Gate and Waner, maybe an inbetween from gate and waner, but all in all, a very decent, balanced set, slightly more treble energy than other models, nothing too much. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mqIAQHH) * \- * **($19) Moondrop Chu II (There is a DSP/Type-C variant):** A pretty balanced and clean IEM, detail is nice, and they are a bit more forward on the female vocals and treble than Waner, still not too intense, another great starting pick, especially for people that do want to hear some bass, but don’t want it to affect the rest of the sound much. As a heads up tho, these are especially known for having problems with humidity and moisture because of its metal shell. Works for gaming, nozzle on the smaller side, should have a comfy fit. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mK6uRmj) * \- * **($25) 7hz Salnotes Zero 2:** A more bassy leaning version of the Chu II, the second safest allrounder performer after Vivace for any kind of music genres under $30, a good gaming replacement for the Vivace too, nozzle is slightly on the larger side. This one is not on the bassy side since it has less bass than most of the other Bassy picks, around the same as the Zero Blue, but without any fancy “subwoofer” approach. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mqKyRcR) * \- * **($35) Kiwiears Cadenza:** A more energetic version of the Tangzu Waner, with a more v-shaped approeach with extra sub-bass and female vocals, overall good performance if you like that energy in your music, however, bass isn’t like super strong or super punchy, is there, is nice and has some presence, but it isn’t the focus of its sound, works well for ballads or rock style music, with some extra versatility for some electronic music, not recommended for bassy music genres like hip.hop or R&B tho. Watch out for sensitivity to 4Khz peaks, vocals in general might come as shouty for some people, I wouldn’t recommend it for people looking for bass quality, as the vocal energy can get in the way for enjoying them,. Works for gaming, nozzle leans to the larger side. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_m0ZUrDt) * \- * **($40) Simgot EW200 (FRS: C+):** a somewhat neutral IEM that intends to be balanced but actually has a lean on the vocal an treble side of sound, so there Is more clarity and you will perceive more detail on the sound, but some people might feel that the treble can be a bit too intense, bass is there and has presence, but Is not the main focus. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_m0hfYft) * \- * **($55) Truthear Zero (red) (FRS: C+):** this is a bit more expensive version of the Truthear Zero blue, It has the same build quality but the sound Is a bit more balanced and less overly energetic, it works well with more music genres. The IEM comes with an adapter to increase the bass quantity to Zero Blue Levels (in stock it has less amount of bass), but It also shares the big nozzle of the blue version. Usually less recommended for gaming over the Zero Blue. Recomended to use a dongle DAC for amplification, to get te Best performance out of them. If you happend to have fitting problems, check the Spinfit CP155 eartips, could help a lot, but those tips get streched kinda easy, so do take in mind. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mMrjPcX) * \- * **($50)** [Kefine Klean](https://www.reddit.com/r/iems/s/7PVWrvBEU2)**:** A good balanced sounding set with a small bass lean, great techs for the price and a decent fit with an average size nozzle, all in all, probably on of the best picks on the list if you have $50, want the best performance and don’t know what to pick. ***I must mention that some people have encounter situations of channel imbalance with their sets, it could be the filters unscrewing or just not being properly put on on the first place, check that if you have any problems, also, be careful with humidity since its a metal shell, and if you have any actual problem, please do contact the store where you get them from for help with the issue, or the people at Kefine for direct Help*** Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_msWNk9V) * \- * **($15) Tangzu Princess ChangLe:** A mild V-shaped bullet style iem that would be pretty versatile for most music genres but technicalities like resolution, soundstage and instrument separation (check FACs if you don’t know what these means) are slightly worse than most other sub $20 options. Its price and comfort is pretty good still, a good gift option, wouldn’t recommend it for gaming. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mNZJZK7) * \- * **($10) KZ EDC Pro:** Very cheap yet good sounding iem, some less technical than its $20 peers but costing significantly less, the cheapest yet best starting point to test what iems have to offer, however don’t expect the best build quality, also, some people find the treble a bit too intense. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mrXq3FN) * \- * **($16)** [TRN Orca](https://www.reddit.com/r/iems/comments/1cbec6e/trn_orca_consumer_pov_review/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button) **(should had a Type-C option):** This is another pretty nice, inexpensive pick for people on a budget that doesn’t know what they like and cant spend too much money, Orca is a metal shell iem that has a kinda V-shaped tuning but with a lean on the bass, however, thanks to its 3 tuning switches, you can adjust the sound to either something kinda bassy clean like the Chu2 (switches Down Down Up – DDU), to a very V-shaped bassy tuning similar to Zero 2 (UDU) to a very bass heavy sound somewhat similar to QKZxHBB or Castor Bass (DUD - works particuarly well when amplified with a dongle dac for a somewhat "subwoofer" feel). They also gain some extra resolution when amplified with a dongle dac. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_msqEjYX) * \- * **($55) TKZK Ouranos (FRS: C+):** This one might show the similar shouty vocals than the Cadenza could have, but it is kinda the direct upgrade from them. It has a noticeable more punchy bass, but it’s very balanced with the rest of the sound, very prominent upper mids, intense in the note weight -the weight the sound hits with- and has very good techs for its price, slightly better than Truthear Blue and Red, but would recommend to get it discounted below its $55 price. Overall great if you like vocal forward leaning sound, specially female vocals, it has a bit less aggressive treble that EW200 might had. Not recommended for bassheads at all, as bass quantity will let you wanting more. Should work for gaming. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mMsadP9) * \- * **($50) Tangzu YuXuanJi:** Decent techs for the price, bright leaning sound, focus on vocals and treble over bass. Around in brightness to the ew200, open back design doesn’t do much for the sound, controlled amount of decent quality bass, and fairly good technical performance. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mPz7wQn) * \- * **($30-40) TinHifi C2 OG/2025:** Very balanced sounding, enough of everything from bass to treble, good alternative to the Vivace, with a vocal focus + slightly less boosted bass. Good technicalities for the price. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKfH9Jd) * \- * **($30) Twistura D-Minor:** Somewhat V-shaped energetic set with average technicalities for the price, nice accessories that comes with a dongle dac, if you feel that it lacks bass or needs more bass try the different tuning nozzles. Basic but complete starting point pick. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mtr7wKB) * \- * **($50) Celest IgniteX Beast:** Balanced but slightly bright leaning (focus on vocal and treble) set that performs as its price point, semi-custom shell that can fit either really good or not so good depending on your ear. Decent techs for the price. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_m0Luh8J) * \- * **($30) TRN Conch:** This is a risky pick for the price, is better to get it on sale. The biggest upside are the accessories it comes with, is like an upgrade combo of a nice interchangeable connections cable, some decent eartips and a metal box, that comes with some extra iems included. The thing with the Conch is that it comes with interchangable nozzles, but just 1 of the 3 is useable for most people, the red nozzle, as the other 2 have a pretty forward and intense treble. The Conch has a V-shaped kind of sound, its somewhat similar to the ew200 but with more presence on the bass, which packs good punch, rumble and texture, and its also pretty clean; vocals are just fine, not that natural sounding iem, but also not bad; the treble Is energetic with some peaks of intensity, not the most refined but not super harsh, so your mileage may vary, just dont pick them if you are sensitive to treble. It works fairly well for rock genres. The nozzle is on the smaller size, however, because of the weird shape of the shell of the iem, its possible that the fit wont be the best for you, since its like a bullet style earphone, with just a cylindrical weight at the end that has very little support in the ear, so, keeping them in while moving too much could be a problem. Again, its not too bad, but it has a few “buts” to consider before buying it. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mK0gJK7) * \- * **($70) Artti T10 (and other planars):** I know the T10 stock price is around $70 bucks, but in some sales in AliExpress, and with new customer discounts, you could find it closer to $50 or even less. The main reason why I mention this one is mostly to talk about Planar iems, those are know for having good overall performance in sound and techs, but that also comes with a not so cheap price, and the need for some extra anergy from a dongle DAC to work the best. The T10 has a somewhat balanced, slightly V-shaped sound, that has just enught bass, but some people could use a bit more, overall excelent quality of sound when properly amplyfied. Build quality is also fairly good. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKBFQ47) * \- * **($50) KZ PRX:** Mild V-shaped energetic planar, technically-wise competes with its planar peers but for a reduced price, however, it needs some good amplification, you should also get a better cable, 4.4mm cable with a dongle that has the connection, if possible, would be great. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ms7AueR) # -- # BRIGHT IEMS Now for more "bright" IEMs: Bright IEMs are more focused on vocal clarity, and especially treble intensity and details of the sound, they are not for everyone since most of the time the bass Is quite controlled and don’t really have much presence. * **($23) 7hz Salnotes Zero (Originals)(There is a DSP/Type-C variant):** Pretty detailed, vocals do take the main stage while bass it’s pretty tamed, still being plenty enough for it to be musical. The most sub $20 IEM recommended pick for gaming thanks to its price, performance and clarity. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mK0Lu71) * \- * **($39) TKZK Wave:** A very technically competent pick, borderline neutral sound, with a clear yet small emphasis on treble, boosted enough for a detailed replay, the bass is clearly very reduced, but you can still hear some of it, dont expect much bass rumble. The bass might be too little for gaming. Check it out here: [Linsoul.](https://www.linsoul.com/products/tkzk-wave?srsltid=AfmBOopjxSmV08WMQvk-Rl0f6qiqRi0A-7hiIFV35tn3Q_6sqzbao6Ht) * \- * **($16) Tachjim Zero:** slightly more mid bass than the TKZK wave, slightly less overall technicalities, but in accordance with its lower price, similar focus on vocals with less treble. And, as it’s a bullet style it should be a comfy fit in your ear. Bass might be too little for gaming. Check it out here: [Linsoul.](https://www.linsoul.com/products/tanchjim-zero?srsltid=AfmBOooqEkFsn3ddSoCxeNxxA9ZhUqALVc7TAQVwn-j-wvSlP4B-8t5f) * \- * **($21) Tangzu Waner SE (Studio Edition):** A slightly brighter, but also cleaner Waner, with some more energy on vocals and treble, nothing else special other than the memory foam ear hooks in the cable that might or might not help with comfort. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mMI8dSb) * \- * **($30) Ziigaat Nuo (FRS: C+):** A more bass energetic Salnotes Zero OG, the focus is on vocals and especially treble, but it doesn’t overlook the bass, has good performance for the price, but not a safe pick for people with treble sensitivity. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mKr0NOF) * \- * **($40) Moondrop Lan (FRS: C+):** This could be a small upgrade from the Salnotes Zero original. A very decent build quality and technically competitive for the price, it has a nozzle on the small side just like chu 2, so should be very comfortable. The sound might have around the same to slightly less bass than the Zero OG, but, it will also have slightly better vocals than it, besides that, they are pretty similar, good if you don’t like much bass and you just enjoy a treble focused sound, but not with an overly intense replay. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mO5eyD5) * \- * **($60) 7hz Sonus (FRS: B-):** This one might be a bit out of budget but you can find it for less than $50 on a sale. Sonus Is said to have pretty good technical performance that is above its price range, however, the biggest downside it might had is that the sound could not be as "cohesive" as it should because of the dual driver implementation, that means that some parts of the sound around upper mids and treble might sound somewhat slightly separated from the lower mids and bass, most people don’t find this as a glaring problemm but you are warned. Of course, bass is reduced, but around the same as the Zero Original, this would be more like a direct upgrade, and should work well for gaming. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mrnxgiR) * \- * **($40) Tanchjim OLA:** A bit outdated for the price, but still the special pick if you want to know what “neutral” is actually supposed to sound like, pretty similar to the Wave but it has almost no noticeable Sub-bass, in favor of a very clean sound reproduction, it has some mid-bass to it but mostly for getting that specifically neutral sound, and has just enough vocals and treble intensity for the sound to be correct and very natural. This is not a pick that is recommended for daily use, but if you love vocals and clean instruments, this one is still a great choice, although technicalities might be slightly below average at this point. Check it out here: [AliExpress.](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_msI48If) * \- So that’s It, those are some of the best IEMs to pick for under $50, there are more that I didn’t mention and it doesn’t mean they are bad, is just that these are the most commonly known to be good and considered that most people would probably enjoy. Also, there aren’t many KZ or CCA options here because there are already some better options for similar tunings. Besides, KZ and CCA accesories and quality control is not from the best, and they have had other problems in the past like possible silent revisions of iems (changing drivers or tunings without prior notice) so they dont give me enough trust to recommend them so easily. Any question just Let me know. Notice that I do own or have owned some of the IEMs mentioned, but most of these recs are made by checking and comparing various Reviews from different sources. # -- # Reviewers List The purpose of this is so you can check the opinion of various people that had already checked a good bunch of other iems so you can have a wider perspective of what you might deal with, don’t take the word of just 1 or 2 unless you are sure they share your exact taste in audio, ideally use them just as a reference, compare any already owned iems with their opinions to see where their preferences stand in relation to yours, DO NOT trust only one opinion just because you like it better or the reviewer just sounds more knowledgeable. * HBB (YT Is called: bad guy good audio Reviews).\* * Paul Wasabi.\* * Super Reviews.\* * Jays audio. * Audio-in Reviews.\* * Gizaudio (Channel now run by ATechReviews - New Channel TimTuned). * WhatsNew. * SuperChonk.\* * Audio Amigo.\* * AndyAudioVault. * Acho Reviews. * Tone Deaf Monk. * Prime Audio Reviews. * Akros. * Ian Fann. * Hobby Talk. * Vortex Reviews. * AV Atmos. * Joyces Reviews. * Lumerion. * Honest Audiophile (I find him to be very biased by his own taste in sound, but it’s good to have every single second opinion in this case). * Joshua Valour (More headphones but still) * Kenneth Tanaka (this Is More for TWS/Blueetooth earphones) * Dan's audio Review (mostly for IEM sound comparation).\* \--- * *And please, do not take Sharur seriously, he Is trolling most of the time.* The names marked with a “ \* “ are the ones that are mostly well known and somewhat generally respected by the community and I. There is also the Legend "Crinacle" but he stopped doing "serious" reviews, i wont explain his lore, but if you find a review of an iem from him, especially in his "Crinacle" channel, he is also very respected, but he also sells iems now, so he has a lot to gain from you buying some sets. Now timmy, original host of Gizaudio has joined Crin into his Store Channel.

should work fine, but you could check fresh Reviews list bettee on his channel (enter on any video and check the description for the list) if you want to pick something that someone has specifically tested for gaming, i dont remember if he mentioned the C2 or not, he did said the vivace worked foe gaming tho.

All iems are recomended to be used as they are, out of box, EQ, in my case, is only recomended IF you have a major problem with the sound as it is, and you cant return the iem. That said, if you have any problem, please do tell.

Well, you dont really need to have a proper source first, you can get the iem first, that said, i have T10 and i listen to kpop, my personal problem with it is vocals feelling a bit thin (lacking body), because of the tuning of the T10, so, is not the best option for female vocals IMHO. as for vivace and G1, it really depends on if you have any sensitivity, for me, boosted 4khz (upper mid-range and lower treble) area of the sound makes female vocals harsh and peaky for me in some cases, so, something more balanced like Vivace works for me better, but i havent directly tried the G1, so i cant say for sure. But, other people find that extra treble good for detail, and specially nice for female vocals, thats why the vivace is the safer option, but G1 is the one with an edge on performance. Both likely would work for kpop, i enjoy the Vivace with it, i can say that much, but, if rather focus on music over gaming, i still think Klean is a better option, just consider the warnings on the listing.

Second the klean, as long as OP doesnt live in a very humid city, Klean is currently the best balanced option at $50, it is a kind of soft V-shape, but it doesnt color the sound Which is why you would ever want a balanced/neutral iem ideally.

having the QKZxHBB (besides other models like Kefine Klean, and having tested Cadenza, Salnotes Zero blue and so on), there arent that many similar warm options around $50, and around $100 there are options but with some things to consider, first, the closets i think would be 7hz Legato, but not sure how different is going to feel since is also a bass heavy iem but it has more amount of and a stronger presence of bass vs the QKZ one, so thats a bass heavy option if you want one. If you want something just more warm and relaxed, the Aful Explorer is the way, but might be too expensive if is not on a sale, so, Tangzu Fudu, if you can find it, comes quite close, but is a VERY relaxed set, so you might need some time to get used to it even if using the QKZ. And if you have a dongle DAC to power them the Letshouer S08 could also be an excellent choice for warm and bassy. If you havent checked it yet, This is a Sub $100-ish iem list i made: [\- Click Here -](https://www.reddit.com/r/iems/s/OXgg8IsbYi) Youn can get a bit more insgiht on each one of the mentioned iems if you wish.

i suggest Kefine Klean honestly, the safest option around $50 and you arent really going to get much better performance around $50, the only option might be the KZ PRX BUT it needs good amplification.

if you can push the budget a bit, or buy on the upcoming 11.11 sales, the Kefine Klean is the options. If you want it right now and you can buy from online stores, the tripowin vivache would be a good pick. other than that, you would really go down to the $20 budget, cadenza is not bad, is fairly detailed and all that, but you have 50% chances of feeling it too shouty since its sound leans a lot into the 4khz area (high-pitched vocals) and some people are sensible to that, so i cant safely recomend them. i guess the step down Would be around the tangzu Waner, the Salnotes zero 2 or the QKZxHBB. but at that price point technical performance is not that great or apparent.

i had the Cadenza, i have the klean, i 100% think is an upgrade, BUT, 2 things: the tuning is quite similar, but Klean has a bit better comfort, and second and most relevant, the Klean struggles a bit with humidity, if you live in a humid country, is not the best pick, would be a good idea to be storing it with 1-2 packs of silical gel, but the build quality is a bit better otherwise on the klean, but just a tiny bit on some areas.

As long as you dont live in a humid city, ill personally would recomend the klean. Kefine Klean is kinda the current standard sub $50 bucks, since is well liked and, besides the humidity struggles it could have, there is very little to complaint about in terms of performance and sound, specially to use in a wide range of music. i have a review posted on them here in the sub, you can check it on my profile if you wish. There are some alternatives, but if you can get the Klean, i have been recomending it for a while now, and as long as the humidity issue is in check, people have never tell me they didnt liked it, which is a wildly high success rate for iem recomendations XD

What most people are used to call balance are soft V-shape iems without a significant lean into either bass or treble, in that case, definitely check the Kefine Klean, being one of the better reviwed sets under $50, the only major issue to mention with them is that they struggle with humidity a bit. alternative, on a sale specially, you can go for Simgot EW300 which would be like the step-up from Klean, minus the common humidity struggle. If you want something more "audiphile balanced/neutral" kind of iem, then XuanNV on a sale or, even if way cheaper, Tanchjim Bunny/Tanzu Waner 2.

i consider the Klean a direct upgrade from the Vivace so yeah, if you can, go for the Klean. As a heads up, Klean struggles a bit with humidity, so, is better if you dont live in a humid city.

If you care really a lot for technical performance, T10 is the cheapest you can get with a huge improvement on technical performance, however, it is a V-shape, so even if you are used to the Og Salnotes zero being bright, idk if you would enjoy the somewhat thinned out mid range the T10 has. The alternative ill recomend as long as you live in a city that doesnt have constant high humidity is Kefine klean for something more balanced, with more full vocals and pretty good bass presence, T10 has a bit less mid-bass presence, both are good, both will work for what you want but really depends on what you are looking for.

Waner 2 on accesories alone, a lot of TRN sets on a sale have crazy value too it i can mention that. I personally think that Dunu Titan S2 to this day have arguably the best assortment of accesories under $100 you can get, and easily competes with sub $200 (in accesories* only). On a sale you are almost paying for an upgrade kit that comes with competitive sub $100 iems along with it. And of course budget planars like PRX or specially T10 that sound notably better than the prices you usually pay for those (even if accesories arent great, at least price is excellent, for some they sound x2 to even x3 the price they payed for). And finally, not the biggest "value kings", but iems like Kefine Klean or the TRN Orca, on a sale, offer you just about enough of anything you need to enjoy music at very reasonable, very accesible prices: good technical performance for the price + Good tuning (or an adjustable one) + good enough accesories for the price.

# Overview The Tripowin Vivace is a very safe, slightly warm soft V-shaped iem that, for a pretty accessible price, offers everything you need to either kickstart your way into the IEM hobby or pick a “one and done” option, on a budget, that is hard to hate, since you will get back every buck you paid as audio value. Vivace has a clean-ish, a bit boosted, bass area that offers a more than enough low-end amount without being too bassy, packing a decent, though soft-ish, punch, and a deep, yet controlled, rumble. The mid-range is mildly “pushed to the back” but still has an acceptable body to vocals while keeping them clean. The treble is well controlled but not too relaxed, giving nice sparkle without making the tuning fatiguing in the long run, however, it could feel a bit rough-ish on some specific tracks. Technical performance for detail retrieval, imaging and separation is outstanding at this price point, however, in what respects to resolution, soundstage openness and note-weight, it is just decent, struggling a bit with physicality in the sound. \---------- **WOULD RECOMMEND:** * For people that want a very safe allrounder pick on a budget. * For people that like an energetic but balanced tuning (soft V-shape). * For people that want a clean and rumbly bass but not on a specifically bassy IEM. * For people that like to do EQ, since it works decent with it. * Great budget option for gaming thanks to its overall respectable technical performance. * Safe for most people unless you are VERY sensitive to bass or upper mid-range/lower treble. /----------/ **WOULD NOT RECOMMEND:** * Not for people that like very forward vocals with a lot of body and presence. * Not for people who are VERY sensitive to (again) treble or bass in general. * People that use iems at high volumes should be a bit cautious with this set. * Would not recommend it for bassheads even if EQ is applied (The quality of the bass might not satisfy hardcore bassheads). \---------- # Fit and Drivability Vivace is one of the few iems in the budget bracket that sports a quite thin nozzle, which means that, for people with smaller ear canals, these will likely fit pretty great, which is my case with a very comfortable fit, although, as I have mentioned before, ensuring a good fit is very important, and, since a thin nozzles can potentially give bad fit/seal to people with medium to large ear canals (causing things like reduced bass presence of muffled/drowned mid-range), you should be mindful of that with the Vivace. The Vivace comes with 2 sets of eartips, a narrower and wider bore, which I ended up using the narrow bore medium ones for this review, but you really should try them around to find what sounds and feels best for you. About drivability, this is a budget set, the kind of iem that is made with the idea to be hooked to anything without much problems, and it is like that, using a basic phone 3.5mm jack should do just fine, however, taking the not particularly high sensitivity (of 106dB) into account, if you have a dongle around to use, you could squeeze a few extra drops of refinement out of Vivace with it, however, I wouldn’t say you need to go out of your way to get a DAC for them unless you feel you could use more volume. \---------- # Bass While the bass is good, I don’t think this is the kind of iem you should pick for the bass alone, since is quite balanced and won’t stand out that much over everything else, unless you naturally prefer a more neutral, controlled bass presentation to begin with. The bass can reach deep and offers a decently punchy and rumbly experience while being quite clean, however, thanks to the not so great note-weight on these, is more of a soft-ish presentation, so, it won’t had a particularly aggressive slam or a “brain massaging” rumble to it; but it does has some texture and nuance, is just an overall decent bass quality across the board, maybe just not “basshead” quality of bass. \---------- # Mid-range Mid-range on these is just pretty fine, is not the most forward mid-range presentation you can get, it can feel a bit thin (pushed to the back) at times, more so if, again, you like “neutral” kind of tunings, but is not as thin as a classic V-shape iem tends to be, there is little coloration to the sound, maybe just a hint of warmness from the bass, but is a well separated, clean mid-range with a versatile presentation. Sibilance is controlled, but, if you are sensitive to upper mid-range, it could pop out a bit with certain vocal focused songs, I don’t think is particularly annoying nor obvious since the mid-range is not too forward as said before, but again, you could run into it. \---------- # Treble Treble is not particularly boosted, but, as with the bass, depends on your expectations, for trebleheads is a just a moderate amount, but for people with sensitivity to this area, it could feel a bit intense at times. The treble has good detail, is not harsh, but is not like super smooth either, is just a good, decently extended treble that won’t fatigue you but also won’t make you want more. \---------- # Technical performance Being more than decent in all areas is what makes Vivace so well recommended in a price range where there is always a big “but” when picking a set, however, is not to say that it doesn’t stand out for anything in particular: The detail retrieval on these is easily above average without abusing on treble; the imaging is quite precise with the directional sound cues; and separation is as good as it gets in this price range. In what concerns to other areas of the technical performance, is just fine, resolution is good for the price; soundstage is average, it is not “open” feeling, but it isn’t “closed-in” either; and note-weight, as mentioned before, is probably the only part where it could have done a bit better, since is a softer presentation, this is good for people that don’t like a too intense replay of their music, but for people that like a very “physical” sound presentation, this might be a bit disappointing, also, in terms of replaying music, Vivace works better with well-produced tracks: it makes impressive music sound impressive, it won’t make mediocre music stand out much. \---------- # Final thoughts For the very reduced price the Vivace goes for, and the more than decent assortment of accessories it has, this set is a no-brainer for anyone looking for an “allrounder” kind of set without breaking the bank. Even if things like the cable are a bit “rough” to deal with ( it is a bit plasticky, somewhat stiff), the magic in Vivace is that you have very high chances to enjoy them with any music genre you throw at them, even if it takes a bit of time to get used to them, while other iems can have bigger downsides in areas like tuning, fit, or even technical performance for the same price. If you don’t know what to get, want to get an easy gift for a friend, or simply want to test the waters before going in for something more expensive, Vivace is a very safe pick that, at least for now, is my personal favorite under $30 to recommend if anyone is looking for something that is easy to love while blasting some music. \---------- ***Full disclosure, this set was acquired by my own means, this was not provided by any brand or store, and the opinions, as always, were given in my own accord.*** ***Thanks a lot for reading, the Budget Knight bids farewell, wishing you the best, good luck. – O.E.***

As long as you dont live in a humid city, definitely the Kefine Klean is one of the best iems that the $50 price has to offer, good safe tuning, fairly comfortable for most, Good technical performance, thats my usual rec for now. If you can find a deal, you want an energetic replay, vocals arent a priority, and want the best technical performance you can have, Arrti T10 is a second good option, probably the best techs you can have, with new iems, under $50, but fit can be tricky for some. If you want more insight, i also have a review published on both of these mentioned.

Would say then that you should look at the Kefine klean on a sale (one should be around the corner at 6.18). You can see my review on the klean on my profile if you are interested. As a heads up tho, it struggles a bit with humidity, so better if you dont live in a humid city. If thats not an alternative, i guess going down yo the Salnotes Zero 2 would be the next best idea. Vivace is good, but the bass quality might let you wanting a bit more.

i just like that is a nice reference point for performance and balanced sound, doesnt have too much of anything and is pretty resolving, works very good for every day use or just to chill with it.

If you dont live in a very humid country, Kefine Klean is a better option, more comfortable fit (smaller nozzles) and a pretty good, balanced and engaging sound, Zero red is not bad, but overall, not the best option anymore, if Klean is not an option, then yeah, from the bunch is the better one.

around that, currently, is Kefine Klean, really good overall for the price, the biggest downside tho is that struggles a bit with humidity, if you live in a humid city i mean. Other than that, it really depends on what you are looking for, but ill say probably something like the 7Hz G1 or Tripowin vivace, Sgor Luna is another set worth checking if you care more for music than for gaming.

Is crazy how Kefine just keeps making cheaper iems while giving you more performance out of your bucks. For me, talking about sound quality, Klean is the budget king right now in the sub $50 price bracket, and it can stand a fight with some sets on the sub $100 price bracket too, a excellent allrounder that even i want to go back from time to time despite having more pricy stuff around. I hope Kefine keeps the trend because they are getting very close to reign the budget market, they only need a sub $25 iem and they would have all 3 budget bracket covered XD. Anyway, nice review brother, thanks for the hard work.

I sure hope so, specially anyone that would finally fill the gaps on the bassy market, Kefine has the drivers, they just need the tuning, but either way, competition always will benefit the consumers, and i am all for that.

Ie200 are very well known for their exceptional performance with not so exceptional cable. Another set of small iems are kefine delci. They are bassy but have a small footprint. The kefine kleans are also well regarded but have a bit bulkier footprint. Another option which I personally have are the final audio e3000. These are amongst the smallest iem I have ever seen and sound reasonable for the fact that they have been here for well over 4 years. The whole e series are small pill sized so you can give them a check as well.

Just opened mine yesterday and really like them a lot. Probably my best sounding iem so far. Did you switch the nozzles? I tried both, but prefer the silver.

Klean is ridiculously good, you don't even want to take the headphones out of your ears

EW 300 goes a different route, I don't have one so I can't tell you, but Klean sounds amazing to me, everything is in the right place, even with more bass and treble, it worked for any genre I played

Yes, that could have been the case. I heard them at an audio event and compared to all the other earphones (even budget ones), they felt wierd. But I only spend a short time with them so there is that. I've found that soundstage and dynamics are very important for me and the Midbass-Uppermids level determines that for my ear anatomy. So even very cheap earphones like Wan'er and QKZ HBB sound good due to their soundstage. While Kefine Klean feels very one dimensional and lacks dynamics (contrary to what everyone else says). Olina SE, EA500LM and Supermix 4 are all great in these aspects (but they have their own issues).

I’d say get a kefine Klean, that would be a fantastic first set.

Kefine klean would give you the best bang for buck for gaming purposes.

Neither. The Crin Red is overrated and has long nozzles that can cause fit issues. The ATH-M20x is hot garbage. Piercing, grainy treble, bloated bass. A V-shaped mess. Poster below is correct, too. IEMs are a MUCH better value in your price range. For less than $60, I recommend either the Kefine Klean or Artti T10.

You should get a unit with a bone conduction driver (BCD) if you crave wide stage and pinpoint imaging. BCD really brings out those two aspects of sound. If you can stretch your budget a bit, Penon Fan 3 is superb at $175, but you need to join the Penon VIP email list at the Penon website and wait a few weeks until you receive a code to get that price, which is 50 percent off. It will happen; you just need to be patient. The Pula Anvil also is an excellent BCD set for around $199. I own the Fan 3 and have tested the Anvil extensively. Both are lovely, but I would go for the Fan 3 with the VIP code. I'm also testing the KiwiEars Aether now. Very good for a big planar driver. No BCD. It's $135 at Amazon right now. Very nice imaging, but stage isn't huge. Still, balanced sound. Don't sleep on the Kefine Klean (single dynamic driver) or Artti T10 (single planar driver), either. Both have excellent balance and vocal clarity, with solid stage and imaging, at just $50 each. Punch WAY above their weight despite no BCD.

Buy the Kefine Klean for $51 USD and thank me later.

Hope you love them. Almost certain you will. Make sure you find tips that give you the best seal. Aftermarket tips can help. I use Penon Liqueur orange on my Klean. They're marvelous IEMs for the price, and looks like you got a hell of a discount! :)

Tanchjim Bunny Tripowin Piccolo Both better than anything on your list. Or, if your budget can stretch to $50 USD, get the Kefine Klean and thank me later.

You heard wrong about the Klean. It's remarkable set for $50.

So, one maniac's review caused you to think the Klean is overrated? Interesting. I do not own the Bunny. Have many friends who do and have lauded it. I do own the Klean. It's terrific for $50. The name fits the sound signature.

my least favourite from the list is inawaken dawn.. Imo, klean and cadenza are better

For the price, nothing can beat kz zenith and kefine klean

i like it more than the delci..

I have to agree with your observations. It's not the warmest of the three but it has the most balanced presentation for me. Sure, I'm not expecting it to compete with higher end single DD stuff like the Tanchjim Origin but it does punch above is weight and is comparable to stuff costing twice as much. It does lack technicality and resolution of the better sets at higher price points. For me, it's like 70-75% there compared to endgames like the Prestige and thus a great value. Some people mentioned the metal shells bothering some people... The weight for extended wear or the chilling effect while wearing. I overheat easily and the smaller size overall make this one of my go-to sets for sleeping. I also prefer the more balanced tuning for the things I tend to listen to... Jazz, instrumental, singer songwriter stuff. But it still does rock and metal pretty well. Still has decent thump for hip hop/R&B and techno.

Kefine Klean hands down is right up there with many $300 IEMs. The Klean takes the cake, bar none.

Checkout this youtuber (fresh reviews) , he mainly reviews iems for competitive gaming where every iem he reviews places on his so called "Wallhack certified tier list", i ended up buying the kefine klean based on his review , although with a higher budget like yours you have better options. Channel : https://youtube.com/@freshreviewsyt?si=s9b1RguRrHxGJ4wj You can find his tier list in his videos description.

Simgot EW300 and Kefine Klean are current stand out. if you want planar for that extra details, there are ARTTI T10, SGOR Luna, and KZ PRX are all under $70.

for $40 ish, ***Kefine Klean*** is the current budget king. if you could get KZ ZS12 pro for under $40 that also pretty decent, if you wanna cheapout, ***KZ Castor Pro bass*** for sub $15, KZ Saga Balance/ CCA Trio / KZ vader bal, for $25 ish.

Looks like I have my next iem ordered, thank you https://preview.redd.it/g7ieljj6bkve1.png?width=340&format=png&auto=webp&s=3e703d3c462b7602471b599fc2a8b3a77731a194

Hi OmenchoEater, I just read your review and other comments so I feel like I can trust you. I'm currently using tangzu wan'er and want to upgrade it to Klean. What are the sound differences between these two? I see that Klean has more bass and overall more treble than wan'er, but I don't know if the difference is too big between these. How would you describe the sound difference in terms of frequencies and quality in general? is it brighter than wan'er overall? Klean is currently on sale on Ali so I think I might get it because it seems like a bang for bucks but I want some additional info. Thank you.

is it overall cleaner and more refined and more powerful in general?

I felt like wan'er has not enough treble, it has a good amount of bass that is punchy but to me it lacks that sparkle while having enough bass. Btw, when I try out different stock wan'er tips i can really feel some small addition to bass/treble. So now I think I'll go with klean cuz it's more balanced and refined overall. Plus, it comes with some kind of a cheap dac. I also ordered trn clarion eartips. I hope this will basically be my endgame. Thank you for your reply. I wish there were more people like you on this subreddit. ^^

Simgot EW200 is far better than the ones you linked and falls right within the edge of your budget. Unless you are treble sensitive. But even then, Final E tips plus EQ can sort you out. Kefine Klean is the other option, a tad more expensive. Better for music but would still place EW200 better for content and gaming. Third option that's another new launch would be the Epz Q5 Pro. Haven't heard these yet but getting very fine reviews as well. KE Cadenza is another popular set in your budget, smoother than the EW200 but nowhere close in resolution, imaging or soundstage.

Dioko are not very v-shaped, neither are the Hexa. Both lean very neutral. You probably find them either too harsh in the upper frequencies, lacking bass or generally not exciting enough. You can still go for the Aria 2 which have a nice V shape but the Kefine Klean are half the price and come with a thumpier bass response compared to the much more tame bass on the Aria 2. Not much reason to go any more expensive for V shape under $100 because they're that good, save the money for something else, maybe your next IEM.

If you desperately want an upgrade to the sound quality, go for the Kefine Delci instead, they're pricier than the Klean with a very similar v-shaped signature. More restrained mids which makes the rest stand out more, some people like it, but I also heard many people say they outright prefer the Klean.

Literally Clean, Good for Acoustic, And Pop, They Sound natural

I was listening to them until last month, when my Kefine Klean filled up this sound signature with more refinement in treble and also more comfortably in the ears. But it's still a great iem, I'm waiting for the announced Zero:RED 2.

I'd prefer the Klean for now. If you really want the Zero:RED, they'll probably get lower in price soon, when the Zero:RED 2 was released.

They are a superb v-shaped iem; in my opinion they are better than a few more expensive ones in that sound signature, like the Letshuoer D13 and even the Kinera Celest Phoenixcall. I'll surely keep them in my collection. Compared to the Klean, they sound more energetic and bright, but the Klean has a clearer midrange.

In one sentence, the Klean is a great IEM with good build that offers different tunings with good accessories. The sound of the Klean is neither offensive nor is it boring. It offers a natural sound that may appeal to a lot of people. If you want a slightly brighter tuning, use the black nozzle caps/filters. If you want something a tad more balanced, the white ones are the way to go. The Klean comes with 3 pairs of standard silicone tips as well as a nice low profile carrying case. The cables are decent, but not fantastic. Good for the price. How do these compare with others in the price range? I might like these more than my Zero Reds. They’re natural, but not boring (the way the Zero Red can sometimes be). They’re slightly brighter and have a bit more detail than the Wyvern Abyss and the Kiwi Ears Cadenza. This set kind of reminds me of the Singolo, but with better accessories and a lower price. One thing I’ve discovered is that the nozzle tips have the same threading as the Moondrop Chu 2. So you can pop out the Chu’s filter and go filterless with the Klean. This gives a very bright and airy tuning. With great sound, good build quality, decent accessories and multiple tuning options, the Klean is a winner for me. I bought this myself at a discount, but even at full price, it’s definitely worth it.

The EW300 and the Kefine Klean are my favorite most-recent discoveries.

The ew300 is a great choice. So is the Kefine Klean.

Better is subjective. It is less neutral than the Red. It has more treble detail and more bass as well.

It depends on how different a sound you want. If you want more treble clarity, try the Kefine Klean. For even more treble, maybe the EW200. If you want more mid mass warmth, the Kiwi Ears Cadenza are great. For even more warmth, try the Celest Wyvern Abyss. For more prominent vocals, there’s the Wan’er. For more Bass, the QKZ HBB. If you just want something a tad more v-shaped than the Chu 2, there’s the 7hz Zero 2.

Op this is the advice right here, get Klean they are fantastic 

The klean build is excellent but it is much stronger in high mids (4.5 to 8k) than the the Zero Red and is not great if you’re treble-sensitive.

Hey just saw your comment regarding the kleans for gaming, I’m looking for an IEM to game as well and also for the same games you play lol I just bought the klean and it is good but I’d like MORE detailing and surround spacing. Is the dunu titan s2 really that different?

Eu to achando a mesma coisa do Klean! Eu saí do ZS10 Pro X pra ele agora nessa promo de grandes marcas no ALI mas por mais refinado pra música que o Klean seja eu não senti um pulo grande em games (o que eu queria muito sentir) então ainda to em busca. Vou usar o Klean pra games por enquanto porque eu sinto uma breve melhora que o KZ, mas já vou esperar a próxima promo do ali pra ir num Titan S2 apesar que eu tava de olho no simgot EW300, mas nao sei até que ponto ele pode ser melhor que o Titan S2, é difícil achar comparações entre os dois, mas falam muito bem da simgot pra games. Não testei nenhum dos dois ainda, mas to mais tentado ao Dunu por já ser extremamente bem falado pra games. Foda de morar no brasil além da questão dos valores é o acesso pra teste/reembolso se não gostar do produto que é chatinho kkk

NÃO DÁ PRA CONFIAR EM REVIEW HAHAHAHAHA Mas nem é pq os caras que fazem não são imparciais, é que realmente eles são bons pro propósito deles saca? Eu acho que o kefine klean é muito bom por exemplo pra valorant, meu amigo testou e falou que é melhor que qualquer fone que ele já usou (ele tem um astro A50) e meu outro amigo testou o meu ZS10 Pro X pra música e falou também que é o melhor que já ouviu. Então é foda, tem que pegar pra testar mas o complicado é pagar antes hahaha você já me atentou no dunu s2, tem um lacrado no OLX por 500tão que já to quase me endividando pra ir atrás. Essa ideia que você teve de usar o cabo do rays não é ruim não, ouvi falar que é bem isso mesmo e o valor agregado dele tá exatamente no cabo ser muito bom mesmo com o software, eu acho um bom teste!!! Vou te salvar aqui pra perguntar depois o que achou do rays, difícil achar alguém que usa IEM pros mesmos jogos que eu, e não pra jogos mais casuais

Both really good but the hexas are a bit more refined overall, if you have the budget go for it (but also take a look at the thuthear pure). Btw I don’t recommend the kleans for sim gaming (tarkov, arma, AB), but you should be fine with major mainstream gaming like cs, val, cod, rainbow six, overwatch, etc

I’d say the klean has better imaging and soundstage, thus it has those nozzle filters that improve a bit of your soundstage and it’s a bit more refined than the bunnies as well but the price tag is quite higher than the bunnies, the sound difference is noticeable, but if it compromises your budget you’re completely safe with the bunny

The kleans are okay for story games, definitely not my preference but the silver nozzle filter makes it really good compared to the black filter (preferably used for competitive gaming). For story games I rather have something more bassy for impact and wide soundstage for immersion. I’d give a 3.5 out of 5 to the kleans regarding story gaming. I think that with the klean you kinda feel some kind of “switch” from effects/voice to the soundtrack and it bothers me a bit cause it’s not so smooth, it feels like you have the soundtrack playing on Spotify while you play without music on the game if you get what I mean lol but I guess that’s a me thing. Even a KZ ZAR makes story games/movies more interesting than the klean (then again, that’s a me thing). But I mean it’s a great deal if you find it for lower than the original price tag (although I think it’s worth the 50$) About the hexa/pure: the hexas have quite an analytical sound, it’s pretty neutral to my ears. It doesn’t have the best imaging for music but it is surprisingly good for online gaming. The pure is basically an upgraded hexa, it takes everything people liked from the hexas and add some warmth to the sound, it just has more swag than the hexas. I’d say it’s a solid option, great all rounder.

I own these and the review is on point! I totally love these for the sheer value they bring, with an excellent package overall with amazing build quality. They don’t feel cheap at all. Kefine has been releasing bangers after bangers this year.

With IEMs you'll have to get an external mic. If you're lazy like me go for headphone otherwise IEMs. Truthear reds, kefine klean should be good enough.

If you can save more, the Simgot EM6L is worth every penny, although well outside your budget. Below that, the Kefine Klean is another good option. If you should ever need a mic down the road, the original Truthear x Crinicle Zero:Blue or Blue 2 are worth looking at as well; I prefer the original, which is a little less harsh in the upper treble.

I would, yes. The Klean is a very well-tuned set for the price, and I prefer it to the Blue and Blue 2. To be fair, the original Blue is still a very good value and I don't think you'd be disappointed with either, but the Klean takes the edge for me.

Open back studio headphones - samson sr850 In ear monitor - Truthear zero/kefine klean For the best sound, absolutely forget getting a wireless one, wires is the way to go.

After going through 10 IEMs, I can definitely say that the Tripowin Vivace or the Kefine Klean are one of the best if you're connecting to your PS5 controller's headphone jack directly

I'd say get the Kefine Klean then. People prefer it over the Vivace anyway

im curious why you prefer it more than the delci. i personally find the klean a bit too bright. The delci has larger soundstage and less bright, though it does trade for some detail. that is why i went with delci, it is easier to listen for long term

I know there's a quite a few people who have been waiting for me to finally make this post. I apologize for the delay, I was still waiting for an iem to be delivered. A little background: I've been an fps gamer all my life. I used to play cod semi-profressionally and participated in both online and LAN tournaments for money. The main fps games I play today are apex, cod and siege. Ever since I discovered the audiophile world with studio headphones I was amazed how much better headphones sounded compared to gaming headsets. Fast forward to present day and I am now into IEMs and discovering which ones are the best for gaming. As a disclaimer my thoughts and opinions are my own. I understand there are YouTubers such as Fresh Reviews, Ryan Ho, and Gadgetry Tech that may or may not agree with my takes. So please take my thoughts and opinions with a grain of salt as I am just a chill guy who likes to game competitively. The way I determine if an iem (or headphone) is good for gaming is by 3 main categories: soundstage, imaging, and sound separation. A good and accurate soundstage has good width (x), height (y), and depth (z). Imaging, or stereo imaging, is the spacial perception and ability to perceive the precise placement of sounds. Essentially directional audio. I.e left, right, center, back, top left, etc. Sound separation in a iem or headphone is the ability to pick up different sounds at once without it overlapping each other. So the ability to hear explosions go off, gun shots, gadgets, footsteps, etc without distorting the other sounds. With that being said here's the list of iems that I've tried each with a short review and a rating out of 5 for gaming (3 is usable, anything less is not): CCZ BC01 Pro (1) - way too bassy, bad vertical directional audio. Better options CCZ BC04 Pro (2) - same issue as the BC01 but a much more tolerable bass. Better options Moondrop Chu 2 (1.5) - sound is okay, soundstage felt narrow to me. Imaging was okay. Sound separation was below average. Premium feel and build but I didn't like how heavy they were on my ears. Better options Truthear Gate (2) - sound great but not good for gaming. Narrow soundstage, imaging is okay, below average sound separation. Better options Truthear Zero Red (?) - literally couldn't fit in my ears properly without severe pain. So I couldn't test the IEM and returned it. Will be testing the zero 2 tho Truthear Hexa (4) - comfort is not that good, better than the zero reds tho, soundstage and imaging is okay, sound separation is decent. Also not a fan of how they sound tbh. Too neutral for me Tripowin Vivaci (3) - nearly identical to the zeros 2 in technical performance but I like the zero 2 more in terms of overall sound. And for $5 more you can get the 7Hz G1 which is better than both 7Hz Zero (2.5) - a bit too bright, zero 2 is better 7Hz Zero 2 (3) - average soundstage, decent imaging, below average sound separation. Best $20 iem imo, better options as you continue to go up in price 7Hz G1 (4.5) - a Klean but cheaper with a more fun v-shaped sound signature, get this if you're on a budget 7Hz Sonus (4.5) - the most underrated iem for gaming, great imaging and great soundstage but average sound separation. EW300 is a bit better cuz it has better sound separation Kiwi Ears Canta (3.5) - a bit too bright for most people, good imaging, okay soundstage, below average sound separation Kiwi Ears Quartet (4) - best soundstage imo, super comfy fit, imaging is okay and sound separation is average Kefine Klean (4.5) - a better Delci, better sound separation and arguably better sound signature imo Kefine Delci (4) - good soundstage and imaging, slightly above average sound separation Simgot EW300 (4.5) - nearly endgame but still needs better sound separation. Simgot EM6L (5) - endgame, great soundstage, great imaging, great sound separation. Can't recommend it due to it's nozzle QC issues. Otherwise I probably wouldn't use any other IEM for gaming but this Simgot Supermix 4 (3.5) - not endgame. Might get some hate for this but I was really not impressed by this iem for gaming. It had a narrow soundstage and okay imaging, good sound separation tho. EM6L is way better Other IEMs I am planning to review: ND Planet, Tangzu Waner 2, KZ EDC Pro, Truthear Zero 2 Blue, and Kiwi Ears Airoso Note - in the end I recommend the 7Hz G1, 7Hz Sonus and EW300. The DT 900 Pro X and 770 Pro X are my reference headphones for directional audio for competitive fps games. Those headphones essentially make me feel like I have wall hacks and the iems perform 85-90% as good. The best was definitely the EM6L where I felt nearly no difference in performance with my headphones but I can't recommend it because of the nozzle QC issue. It is an easy fix by super gluing it back on but that shouldn't even happen for an iem worth $110 in the first place. With that being said I will still review iems (and headphones) above and below the respective prices but I feel that you will be perfectly happy with the performance of the iems I recommended. Side Note: I'm currently in the process of building a website with the best gaming peripheral recommendations which includes not only iems but headphones, keyboards, mice, monitors, even pro controllers and more. Hope you all have a blessed day and find this helpful in your purchasing decision!

I started my journey with Kefine Kleans to timeless og to performer 5+2 and now to the tea pros. They all sounded great in their own way but putting on the tea pros is like listening to music for the very first time as if every other headphone ive ever heard was veiled. I normally wear 6xx headphones on a jds lab element iii and have a hard time finding a better headphone but these tea pro iems are better than every other model mentioned here. They do something magical. I'm on spin fit cp100 tips and a fiio k11 dac.

This isn’t going to be a technical breakdown talking about graphs or fancy terminology. I don’t fully understand those yet (though I can piece some things together). Instead, this is just a random write-down and review from someone who enjoys music, and appreciates the experience, and wants to share my impressions that might help others starting out. It’s a long one, since I’ve gone through a LOT of IEMs in a short time. Firstly, I listen to all sorts of music. Classic, rap, rock, punk, pop but mostly vocal ballads and pop. I can probably also say I'm not "treble sensitive" (never tested whether I am or not) but as long as the IEM fit comfortably, didn't have a problem with fatigue. For reference, I’m using a JDS Atom 2 stack. Whether that matters much, you can decide for yourself. I started with a HyperX Cloud headset for gaming and music. Then I bought into the open-back headphone hype and got a Sennheiser HD6XX. Loved the sound, but big-head problems made them super uncomfortable after a while. That’s when I decided to try IEMs. My first real IEM was the Oriolus Finschi. Bought it on a whim, no research. Turned out great: comfy, clear vocals, decent instrument separation, and even worked well for tactical FPS games. I used them for years until the plastic wrapping on the shell started peeling. And so my budget IEM collection starts. Also if you're asking why buy so many, I just have a bad habit of making a collection. Now a quick review of these for anyone who also don't understand the graphs and want a general idea. Budget IEMs I’ve tried (ranked best to worst for me). **Kefine Delci AE:** These became my favorite as they had clear vocals and instruments with good separation and resolution, similar to the Oriolus Finschi but just a bit more lively. They sounded slightly brighter/livelier than neutral (I’ll put the Finschi and Hexa as the neutral-sounding baseline). These were fun and enjoyable—everything sounded clear and lively without being piercing. Even the bass was clear and sharp, not boomy, which I liked. **Letshouer S08:** This was my favorite until the Delci AE arrived. They were just pleasing to listen to—fun but also relaxing. Definitely a step down in clarity from the Delci AE, and probably less clear than the Simgot EA500LM, but still more enjoyable to listen to than the EA500LM. The bass wasn’t too much either; it was clear and sharp. It felt *fast*—like you could feel that it came out quickly and clearly. I’m guessing that’s the “speed of planar” people keep talking about? **Aful Explorer:** This one I didn’t like much stock, but once I applied EQ through Peace, they got significantly better. Stock, they were too dark and heavy sounding—everything was a bit muffled and muddy sounding. After EQ, they definitely improved. They were still dark sounding, but less so. Darker than the S08, but brightened enough for me to enjoy them. Vocals still felt clear, just not as clear as the Delci AE, maybe about the same as the S08. The Explorer had more of a boomy bass compared to the sharp, clear bass of the IEMs mentioned above. **Simgot EA500LM:** These had very clear vocals, which made me enjoy them for vocal ballads and pop tracks. But the background instruments weren’t as clear or well separated, and the soundstage seemed small and recessed compared to the vocals. This made vocals stand out but instruments felt like they all came from the same area, which wasn’t great for classical music. These probably had the most bass out of all the budget IEMs I got. It was boomy—the opposite of the sharp bass of the Delci AE and S08. With the Delci AE and S08 I could hear when the bass started and stopped, but here it just boomed and sort of rolled off instead of “stopping.” **Truthear Hexa:** Mediocre for me—nothing really stood out. It had clear vocals, instruments, and bass, but not to the point that it was clearer than the IEMs above. Very neutral and "boring". **Dunu Kima 2:** These had really good vocals, probably on par with the Delci AE. However, I found the background instruments very recessed, even more so than the EA500LM, making them unclear. The difference between forward, clear vocals and recessed background instruments felt weird to me. Otherwise, I think I would have really liked these—especially since this IEM comes with the best accessories by far. It’s like Dunu added the Kima 2 IEMs to their accessory set, instead of the other way around. **Letshouer S12 Pro:** Personally, I don’t understand the hype behind these. They sounded a bit unnatural and artificial—not relaxing or fun for me. They were bright, and I couldn’t EQ them properly. Toning down the brightness made them muddy. They were decent in clarity and had sharp, fast bass, but the overall tonality was just too bright and artificial for me. Still, I would pick these over the next two, just because they were clearer in both vocals and instruments which I value highly. **Kefine Klean:** These were okay, just average all around. Similar to the Truthear Hexa, but toned down evenly in all categories. Average clarity, separation, bass. Nothing wowed me, and they were a bit boring. Personally, I’d save up for the Delci AE or S08. **Simgot EW300:** Very slightly less clarity than the Klean, but a bit more bass and a livelier sound signature. If you listen to more rock or EDM, you would probably enjoy the EW300 more than the Klean. Just to quickly add: I also got the Moondrop Starfield 1 when they were popular back then, but they were heavy, uncomfortable, and mediocre. I didn’t use them for long and honestly can’t remember them well enough to describe beyond that. Currently, I’ve upgraded to mid-level IEMs and rotate between the Aful Explorer 5+2, Kiwi Ears Astral, Aether, and Ziigaat Odyssey. I found that the mid-level IEMs are definitely better than all the entry-level ones—I can clearly hear a difference when swapping back to the Delci AE or S08 in terms of clarity, resolution, and soundstage. However, the upgrade isn’t *huge*, so whether that’s worth the extra price depends on you. Maybe if people enjoyed reading this long post, I can do another crappy review for the mid-level IEMs I’ve collected.

I got lucky with the Inawaken Dawn, the tuning and sound is perfect. Haven’t had to EQ anything. Warm leaning but bright & airy too. The sub & mid bass is incredible & smooth, punchy where needed, never bleeds/bloats. Vocals are balanced, never shrill or forward. It’s a great musical set, you’ll definitely enjoy them. Works for a variety of genres too. The fit is incredible, light, shorter nozzle, so sits great in-ear/canal area isn’t irritated. Can wear all day with zero fatigue. Cable is lovely & non-microphonic. Tips need changing though (minor issue). Penon Liqueur Orange (increased detail and soundstage) work great with them. - Kefine Klean is close in tuning (slightly higher 8k) and probably the closest to each other but the comfort on Inawaken, plus better build quality with acrylic shells & beautiful hand-painted faceplates wins out (that’s what swung it for me). Lots of people love these but Inawaken have something magical about them, very addictive listen. - Ignore the Cadenza’s, other 2 are much better step ups for much extra money. Tried them and they lack detail and something was just a bit off (for me).

Look at the Inawaken Dawn if you’re interested in the Klean/upgrade from Cadenza’s. Really similar tuning to Klean but smoother treble. Bass is punchy and textured (no bloat/bleed), mids have great weighting & vocals feel balanced for both male/female. Works for variety of musical genres too. Very comfortable fit & quality resin build too. Klean is handy with the 2 tuning nozzles and smaller, understated metal build. Bass and treble are slightly increased vs Inawaken but both iems are warm leaning. Worth checking out reviews to compare.

Kefine Klean: warm leaning but the treble detail covers the gaming side well. Good all rounder.

Try the Moondrop Chu 2. Small fit, quality metal build and balanced V sound. You will get improved sound quality with $40-60 iem’s imo but if you’re looking only for $20-25 range, then these are good start (again!). Esp. if the fit wasn’t right with bigger plastic shells. - Wan’er is vocal forward; 2’s are warm leaning slightly but more vocal forward around the 2k region (personally found these intolerable unless at super low volume). Chunky shells, not suitable for everyone - Cadenza’s - warm with balanced vocals but found treble wasn’t as detailed, felt a bit muddied but lots like these. Shells are small-ish vs Zero/Wan’er, wider usability - EW200 are balanced but treble can be bright for anyone sensitive to those peaks. Quality shells for the price - Zero’s - same fit as your 2’s but 2’s are much better tuned **Side note:** I made a quick step up from the Chu 2 (nothing wrong with them a starter set) to **Inawaken Dawn MS**. **Kefine Klean** was also on my list but the look was similar to the Chu 2 and wanted a different style and were only £36. Both tuning’s are similar but the lower treble peaks vs Klean made it preferable (both sets are probably the best sub $50 around). InAwaken is warm leaning but bright enough without any shoutiness. Mid bass is rich & textured without overpowering, excellent balanced vocals with smooth treble. Works great for varied genres. Despite the shell being bit larger vs Chu 2 the fit has been amazing. The resin build is high quality & so silky to wear all day. They have a shorter nozzle so sit really well with no canal issues. I would honestly consider both the Klean and InAwaken based from you already trying a few budget sets and wanting improved sound quality. The sets you listed are literally sidesteps. **If not wanting to spend more, restart with the Moondrop Chu 2 :)**

Can definitely recommend InAwaken Dawn MS if you’re looking for a better quality & texture rich bass/warm IEM. Has balanced mids, equally natural m&f vocals but with much more controlled and smoother treble extension vs Gate. Fantastic musical set with good details/imaging/separation. You can also look at the Kefine Klean and Delci. Slight differences with tuning between these (Klean leans mildly mid bassier) but they come with tuning nozzles to tame the treble peaks (if they’re too sibilant for you). The micro details are marginally better on these vs InAwaken but the differences aren’t huge. Vocals are more balanced in the mix on InAwaken vs Klean. All 3 suggestions are great at this range, comfort is incredible with InAwaken, build is high quality with a resin shell, good sizing for nearly all ears & shorter nozzles. Both Kefine’s have a nice small size too but in a metal build. Cable is better with InAwaken but the Kefine’s are still good. Better case and stock tips with InAwaken. Both Truthears are more subjective with their build, namely their chonky nozzles, which can be a problem unless you have larger canals. Red has arguably ‘better’ tuning between these 2 but objectively the 3 I mentioned are technically better value. https://preview.redd.it/bpifp8wdh67f1.png?width=2400&format=png&auto=webp&s=5549c079aaea4111dc4e85240c523f5bc3a874dd Can only add one photo but you check the squig and reviews of the Kefine’s and InAwaken to see what works best for you :) Didn’t wana clutter it with adding all 4 IEMs together.

Get the Moondrop MC1 or MC2 cable to use with the Chu 2. Better mic’s than a lot of the cheaper ones. The Chu 2 has a DSP version (with mic) but unsure if that has Uac.01 mode. Also wise to get an external dac if you have any sound issues with using the jack connection. You’ll need something with Uac.01 mode for the PS5 if using the usb-c port. If going closer to your budget, it’s hard to beat the Kefine Delci AE, or for $35-40 Kefine Delci or Kefine Klean at $30. Otherwise, Tripowin Vivace or Tanchjim Bunny are good budget sets for gaming. You won’t find many IEMs with cable mic’s included, at best they’re mediocre in quality. The Moondrop ones, especially the MC2 have excellent sound quality and has a really solidly built cable; MC1 is pretty good for general usage & cable is nice and light.

Was blown away when I got mine, everything just sounded so right coming from non-Chifi basshead stuff. But once I got the hang of tip-rolling and sources, even cheap planars and multi-driver IEMs left the Klean in the dust. My advice is if you have to pick between safe and balanced like the Klean and flawed but punching above its weight and characterful at this one thing (like a lot of cheap planars are), go for flawed even if it means wondering how you ended up with so many spare ear tips.

Well for the $30 price point I'd definitely go for the Tripowin Vivace, I have tried many Iems and keep going back to it. For the $50 range, you have the Kefine Klean and Delci AE, Klean is a budget version of Delci AE but AE is better. I would stick with the AE for $75 too. For $100, you have iems like the EM6L but I haven't tried it but I heard people like GadgetryTech say that's all you need but graph wise, it's the best here for EQ and has a great soundstage based on reviews. Lemme know if you need anything.

The Vivace would be a huge upgrade to the Corsair Budget Headsets. And the Kefine IEMs are better for gaming than the EW300.

Diminishing Returns hits faster with iems in gaming. But best Iems I have tried in the $125-175 would be the Kiwi Ears Aether or if you're comfortable with using AliExpress you could get Ziigaat Odyssey for $160. The KZ ZS10 Pro is not really that good, plus I wouldn't recommend KZ as they provide a really cheap cable and no accessories for the same price you could get something quality like the Kefine Klean or even a Kefine Delci AE.

Thanks a lot buddy. I was so so confused between the klean and artti 10. I know it's planar so it has its own techs to it. But i think there is a significant price difference specially where I live the artti 10 is 35 dollars more. Now I'm getting the klean. Thanks aaa lottttt... 🙂😁

Ew 300 is much better If you can handle the tuning. Else save money And get the kefine klean

Kefine Klean is the best under 50$/2k Php range.

Kefine klean, and if you want to spend less zero 2

i mainly use it for gaming but imo its boring for music listening (hiphop), it fits your genres though so i think give it a try!

I liked the wyvern abyss ones for like 20 and kefine klean (50)but those are more for gaming since they’re really neutral and not too bassy. I think a lot of people like the wan’er 2 or something like that for first budget pairs. Other people might have better options for actual music, I use mine mostly for plane rides and gaming.

Ill separate my answers/tips. - Comfort is 100% all about eartips, I found myself liking the kiwi ears flex in most of all my iems the other options is the divinus velvet. - Klean and the DZ4 should be ur way to go. - Ur Dac is more than enough to drive 98% of available iems in the market. - S12 pro is 2 leagues above the Iems ur trying to buy. Planars IEMs handle EQ really well, before purchasing budget iems to replace them try other eartips and EQ. Your going to be surprise by that driver prowess.

The Zero red are solid, do be warned the nozzle size are very large on them, so if your ear canals are a bit on the medium to smaller end they can get very uncomfortable. They do have really good Bass and sub-bass, but in terms of detail retrieval, especially in the upper end they're not as good as some other options. They still are a very solid pick though Simgot EW300 - $56 on sale w/ amazon prime, and are an incredible IEM for that price. Has 2 nozzles with a bit different tuning. ($56 version is the one with the 3.5mm cable) Tangzu YuXuanJi - $50, but not on amazon so you'd have to wait for shipping Kefine Klean - $49 on amazon, and some other places The apple dongle (as long as it's the US version, EU version is under powered) would drive any of these without issue.

I had the exact same experience with the zero Red, I still hate It to this Day. It is seriously lacking in every aspect. Build is bad, horrible confort, shitty cable and Very underwhelming sound. I still cant figure out Why they are so well regarded. And I vonsider myself and audiophile, I have many dacs, amps and a While collection of iems ALL the way from $10 to $300 and the zero Red is one of the most disapointing iem I ever owned. The worst parte is that for some reason, people here Will try to Gaslight you into thinking you're the problem. They Said to me that I Was not used to proper "neutral" sound or that I Was not giving It the correct ammount of amplification, anything other than considering that the Red is not that good. I suggest you look into Kefine Klean, Letshuoer D13, Fiio FH3, Simgot EA500 or something else in that range. Im loving the FH3 and Klean. The Klean is everything I thought the Zero Red would be.

Kefine Klean everyday

Kefine Klean obliterates the Zero Red

Kefine klean is an easy pick. Same driver as delci with better turning and lower price but at the cost of worse cable and shell(still fully metel tho)

Adding onto this, if someone plans on gaming with their IEM on, Kefine Klean(I own them and the Zero: Red) is a better option than Zero: Red. Has little more bass.

Well, I bought Klean bcs of the reviews... I'll tell that, I was using the Dunu Titan S2 and Klean wasn't enough for me to change. For my usage, it lacks definition. Not that it isn't good, far from that, Klean is very well balanced, for listening to music, would be one of the greatest at this price range. What would be your purpose with IEMs? I personally use it for gaming. My opinion is totally focused on that, that's why I wouldn't recommend Klean for gaming, just for music.

I've played a lot of Rainbow Six Siege and Escape from Tarkov... Now, I've been playing Arena Breakout and some single players. For the story based games, Klean will be a good choice. It has a very decent bass and middle-bass. The highs and middle highs are a little back, but not much. It will improve the explosions and that kind of stuff... On the other hand, in competitive games, it lacks definition on the middle, which, on my perspective, is where most of footsteps frequency stands on. It has a good positioning cue where the granades explodes tho. but I using the Dunu Titan S 2, I can listen exactly where the pin was pulled on the same nade... Sorry for my english, I'm not native. I hope you can understand.

E aeee mano... Cara, então, eu tenho o Klean e eu acho ele inferior ao Zero RED por exemplo. A diferença é que o Klean é mais confortável e musical. Se queres um som mais detalhado e "cristalino" o Dunu Titan S2 é muito bom. Tenho jogado bastante o Arena Breakout e ele me dá uma vantagem enorme com o detalhamento. Sei dizer exatamente onde estãoos players e até a distância dos tiros. O Moondrop Rays eu peguei mais pelo software mesmo, poder equalizar do meu gosto e tals. Tenho curiosidade de ouvir o que pode ser feito nele... Mas, minha intenção é pegar o P50, ele tem um formato "open back" em um IEM, o que deixa o som neutro e mais "atirado" o que melhora no palco sonoro na minha percepção. Não cria aquela pressão no ouvido onde o grave fica destoando do restante. Mas, hoje no ALIxpr ele custa na casa dos 950 ~ 1150 reais fora o absurdo que é o imposto né. Aí ele vai pra casa de 1800 conto num fone, tá um pouco acima do que eu acho que vale a pena.

This is the first IEM I owned that I felt didn't need EQ. I have higher end IEM, but I love the Kleans EQ curve. That bass.. hmm 😀

+1. for Kefine Klean The only IEM I don't EQ on Qudelix5k

Kefine Klean and T10? Yea, Probably. Explorer? **NO**, it's definitely not everyone's cup of tea.

Kefine Klean, is hands down the best among these two. It punches above its weight, has great rumbling base and clear vocals. Treble is smooth, so while you do get the instrument separation, it never tires you.

It boils down to good tuning, drivers and build quality, not on whether something comes with DSP chip or otherwise. Klean in my opinion leads the category and even beats the costlier Zero Reds. A dear friend has Vivace, and when he listened to my pair of Kleans, he ordered those sitting in my lounge.

Kefine Klean are extremely comfortable I love the small footprint, they hit way above their price point. They also have a super Klean design 👌

Have all three and on paper/technically speaking, the kefine klean is probably the best pick. Personally though, I really like the dawn ms a lot. I have a lot of IEMs that are in the 300-400 dollars range and while they’d logically be no match, there is something about the dawn Ms that makes me grab them every now and again and use them for a good few hours. I have a few kiwi ears IEMs (6) and a lot of love for almost all of them, but I’m not wildly impressed with the Cadenza. Don’t get me wrong, they’re still good and would be a good pick as a starter set, but if I HAD to choose between those three, it’d be the dawn Ms

Just be aware, Kefine Klean is more of a neutral bright sounding and less fun sounding, but more to clarity sounding

There is a option for mic with kefine klean. https://www.amazon.com/Linsoul-Kefine-Klean-Replaceable-Silver-Plated/dp/B0DR1CV8NT

Around 40 I can't think of something better than the kefine klean (my current set), u can get it around 35 or less depending on the store and sales. Build and fit is perfect, the bass is there when the song asks for it ( like rap, edm ..etc), the soundstage and layering of the instruments is very good and the treble is smooth and controlled for long listening sessions. It can compete with sets until around 80us, it's a great all arounder set for all type of music. It comes with 2 tuning nozzles, the silver one for smooth mid and treble, and black one for more forward mids and treble. Accessories are very good also( great cable + carrying case), the only catch is that the provided eartips are not the best, for me the M size was a bit small and the L size was too big, so I had to use aftermarket eartips (tang sancai eartips) on it instead of the ones that came with it, but it's very subjective and dependents on ear shape and size. It's metal built so it is kinda sensitive to humid environment so better store it with a pack of silica gel and clean it once few days (microfiber tissue) if u live in a humid area.

Get the Kefine Klean, it has shaken up the price bracket. Good audio gear is getting cheaper and cheaper. I’m rocking Sivga Que among others and I paid 69$ for it. 5 years ago this kind of build, cable and driver and sound quality would easily be 200$

I've had my Kefine Klean for over 2 weeks now and yeah they hit different when it comes to vocal centric music.

Gonna be ordering the Tangzu Yu Xuan Ji soon which I heard has some great soundstaging. For my experience though the Kefine Klean is a great general-use IEM in that price range.

I'm enjoying my Kefine Klean. It comes with 2 filters, one sounds warmer and the other brighter. Quite balance sound signature too

I second the wired iem recommendations. There's also a lot of better options for them with mic at 3k or so like the Kefine Klean but the 7hz Zero is pretty solid. For TWS usually the mic can be hit or miss, luckily you can check out mic tests on YouTube. I remember some doing it for both of the moondrop tws mentioned here. There's also the space travel 2 ultra, supposed to be better than just the space travel 2. Might be worth checking out too. If you need help purchasing IEMs you can send a message. Most buy in select trusted shopee stores like fengru, xltrade, feigu

You are on an iem reddit. Of course we will say the iem. That being said get the kefine klean and safe yourself a few dollars. Some people complain about the fit of the zero reds but they say they sound good.

First of all, an audiophile community that I am in now preferably spend their money on iems than dac+amp. Nowadays even dongle dacs has considerable quality and cleanliness. As per a beginner myself for this hobby I humbly recommend you to start a little budget options like kefine klean as iem and another budget dongle dac that you can reach easily beside. There is no need to allocate a huge budget in first steps

Check out this YouTube channel "fresh reviews". He has a wallhack certified tier list of iems in his video descriptions. At your price point of those mentioned iems. I think Kefine klean is the best bang for buck.

Depends what direction you want to go with the sound, nowadays there's a lot of good options My two picks would be: Simgot ew200 if you want a brighter sound with very good technical performance, forward vocals, midbass focused. Sound signature is pretty forward and aggressive so it might not be the best if youre used to listening at high volumes, but it can be pretty satisfying for basically almost any genre Kefine delci/klean if you want a smoother, sub-bass heavy and warm sound, very good Soundstage width, smooth but detailed treble. It sounds significantly more relaxed than the ew200, with a bit of a tradeoff on vocals, which sound less forward and satisfying, but for chill music or instrumentals these are very pleasing and relaxing. The klean as far as I understand is a cheaper version of the delci with the same sound quality and interchangeable nozzles, but honestly if you find a good deal the delci is probably still a good pick, just the klean might be slightly cheaper