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IEM for gift

24 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/iem-for-gift.185815/

$hadow
$hadow Original post #1
Jul 23, 2014 at 4:23 PM
Hey guys what's up
First of all thanks for all for guiding me buying cowan em1 for myself but as the thread says I want one as a gift on my brothers birthday.
He is turning 18 next week :-D
So as per his requirements he will use it foe following purposes
1. Lots of movie watching
2. Music for about 25 to 30 mins daily
And also with his laptop for normal usage

Now my budget: I am will to spend anything around 2k.
One more question how is this hifinage website for buying products
I was thinking of buying this *www.hifinage.com/index.php?page=sh...d=103&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=29
or should I gift him this Cowon EM1 In-Ear Headphone: Amazon.in: Electronics
Waiting for reply
K
Jul 23, 2014 at 5:45 PM
You my friend, are the greatest brother that I have ever seen..

Buy him the speakers, as he will be watching a lot of movies
$hadow
$hadow #3
Jul 23, 2014 at 7:01 PM
I only want IEM nothing else. And who is going to carry speakers with himself. IEM suggestions are highly required [MENTION=137025]kalam_gohab[/MENTION]
powerhoney
Jul 23, 2014 at 7:49 PM
Get him the Signature Acoustics C-12... :)

Or, wait for [MENTION=82407]sandynator[/MENTION] to reply...
He's most probably goona recommend the tpeos tank or popular... :)
H
Jul 23, 2014 at 8:26 PM
T-Peos Popular: Better bass definition, tightness and control sounds open and costs merely 2k. Sound score: 7.8/10
Signature Acoustics C-12: Bass-heavy IEM with boomy mid-bass, slightly veiled mid-range and costs 3.2k. Sound score: 7.3/10

Decide yourself.
$hadow
$hadow #6
Jul 23, 2014 at 9:02 PM
Get him the Signature Acoustics C-12... :)

Or, wait for [MENTION=82407]sandynator[/MENTION] to reply...
He's most probably goona recommend the tpeos tank or popular... :)

Anything more than 2k would be too much for him. How is popular?
powerhoney
Jul 23, 2014 at 9:10 PM
Anything more than 2k would be too much for him. How is popular?
No idea... But, [MENTION=82407]sandynator[/MENTION] has used them and he says that they are good...
Maybe, you should wait for him to comment... :)

Btw, the previous post recommended the popular too...
$hadow
$hadow #8
Jul 23, 2014 at 9:46 PM
No idea... But, [MENTION=82407]sandynator[/MENTION] has used them and he says that they are good...
Maybe, you should wait for him to comment... :)

Btw, the previous post recommended the popular too...

Acoustics cost more than what I have in mind.
sandynator
Jul 24, 2014 at 9:51 AM
[MENTION=159164]$hadow[/MENTION] & [MENTION=139494]powerhoney[/MENTION]

First thing first, sound is quite subjective what I prefer you guys may not like it.

SA C12 is decent buy around 2200- 2500 but they sound crowded to me not that open & airy sounding. They are not good for fast paced tracks but performs better in slow paced tracks. There is huge mid bass bloat somewhat uncontrolled which drowns the midrange to some extent. Vocals not that clear for me.
Pristine Note did tremendous job for their first IEM. SA C12 has good midrange considering it as Bass Heavy IEM. They are very warm & smooth sounding just that the Midrange seems blanketed due to heavy bass.


[MENTION=159164]$hadow[/MENTION] , If you are ready to spend for Signature Acoustics C12 then....
Your best bet would be Vsonic VSD1S @ 38.40 USD with warranty, free shipping & almost no customs.....
VSD1S, Lend Me Ur Ears

else T peos Popular
*www.hifinage.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&category_id=27&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=103&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=29

Brainwavz R1 is also good option around 25 USD[1600 INR] after discount will definitely match Soundmagic E10 IMO.
powerhoney
Jul 24, 2014 at 10:15 AM
^^ +1 to this...

@OP, your decision now... :)
sandynator
Jul 24, 2014 at 10:22 AM
Sorry correction
Vsonic VSD1S @ 38.40 USd so around 2350 INR
sandynator
Jul 24, 2014 at 11:44 AM
Lendmeurears are official resellers of astrotec, vsonic so you will get warranty. Just contact them.
One of the te member also confirmed that normally no customs levied for vsonic products bought from them.
$hadow
$hadow #14
Jul 24, 2014 at 11:58 AM
Link not working.

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And also provide link for this brainwave R1.
H
Jul 24, 2014 at 12:03 PM
To get local warranty, you need to buy from hifinage.
sandynator
Jul 24, 2014 at 2:32 PM
Do the brands you suggested provide warranty in India??? :)

To get local warranty buy from hifinage after paying around 3500 INR ;)
Vsonic VSD1S out of stock on hifinage.....

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Link not working.

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And also provide link for this brainwave R1.

some problem with the link. better visit site & search for Vsonic VSD1S
Lend Me Ur Ears

Brainwavz R1 went back to original pricing now
Buy Brainwavz R1 Dual Dynamic Speaker Earphones + Fedex 2 Day To Select Destinations $44.50

PS : Brainwavz not at all worth @ US $44 vsd1s is your best bet. Contact them & clarify your doubts before placing any orders
$hadow
$hadow #17
Jul 24, 2014 at 7:03 PM
[MENTION=82407]sandynator[/MENTION] mate thus is going way over my budget.
Looks like I need to check out T Peos. What are your thoughts?
sandynator
Jul 24, 2014 at 7:15 PM
T peos Popular & Vsonic VSD1S are way to go....
Go through the T peos Popular review & check comparison section

T-Peos Popular Review | The Headphone List

You won't regret with any of them choose which ever you want...
$hadow
$hadow #19
Jul 24, 2014 at 7:33 PM
T peos Popular & Vsonic VSD1S are way to go....
Go through the T peos Popular review & check comparison section

T-Peos Popular Review | The Headphone List

You won't regret with any of them choose which ever you want...

So I am looking forward to buy the one on my first link. What's say?
sandynator
Jul 25, 2014 at 9:05 AM
So I am looking forward to buy the one on my first link. What's say?

T peos popular is good.

You can also Check Xiaomi Piston 2. They will launch soon in India or you can get it on ebay.
Xiaomi Piston 2 Review | The Headphone List
$hadow
$hadow #21
Jul 25, 2014 at 11:28 AM
T peos popular is good.

You can also Check Xiaomi Piston 2. They will launch soon in India or you can get it on ebay.
Xiaomi Piston 2 Review | The Headphone List
Looks good any idea how long to wait for these?
sandynator
Jul 25, 2014 at 11:46 AM
Contact them on official website or on their Facebook page.

Mi India

*www.facebook.com/MiIndiaOfficial

Mi Mobile Accessories Online - Buy Mi Mobile Accessories Online at Best Price in India - Flipkart.com
$hadow
$hadow #23
Jul 25, 2014 at 2:21 PM
Contact them on official website or on their Facebook page.

Mi India

*www.facebook.com/MiIndiaOfficial

Mi Mobile Accessories Online - Buy Mi Mobile Accessories Online at Best Price in India - Flipkart.com

Thanks mate.
powerhoney
Jul 25, 2014 at 5:33 PM
T peos popular is good.

You can also Check Xiaomi Piston 2. They will launch soon in India or you can get it on ebay.
Xiaomi Piston 2 Review | The Headphone List

I am waiting for those pistons too!!! :)