u/SavingsFan557

I have been searching for a new pair of closed backs for sometime and after all my research, i have decided these would be my new toy to play with. I love to EQ and am quite good at it. From fun energetic tunnings to calm controlled and detailed ones as well. I have studied it's hardware and am somewhat convinced that they r much more capable for experimenting with tunnings.

Now I need real world advice from people that have tried it or have them.....please help as this is good amount of investment for me, approx 30,000₹ or 300$.

Feel the Music, not just listen!! Make the drivers work for their money.

That's my philosophy...at least till date. Even though I can't help but return to my BassHead core, I am just an enthusiast that's out here exploring the Sound!!

Try this out, and in return be honest that's all i want. Let's add or subtract out of this to make it perfect.

I put up these post to get feedback and learn from it. Just evolving my sound and leveling up.

Let's get going!

Feel the Music, not just listen!! Make the drivers work for their money.

That's my philosophy...at least till date. Even though I can't help but return to my BassHead core, I am just an enthusiast that's out here exploring the Sound!!

Try this out, and in return be honest that's all i want. Let's add or subtract out of this to make it perfect.

I put up these post to get feedback and learn from it. Just evolving my sound and leveling up.

Let's get going!

Feel the Music, not just listen!! Make the drivers work for their money.

That's my philosophy...at least till date. Even though I can't help but return to my BassHead core, I am just an enthusiast that's out here exploring the Sound!!

Try this out, and in return be honest that's all i want. Let's add or subtract out of this to make it perfect.

I put up these post to get feedback and learn from it. Just evolving my sound and leveling up.

Let's get going!

Feel the Music, not just listen!! Make the drivers work for their money.

That's my philosophy...at least till date. Even though I can't help but return to my BassHead core, I am just an enthusiast that's out here exploring the Sound!!

Try this out, and in return be honest that's all i want. Let's add or subtract out of this to make it perfect.

I put up these post to get feedback and learn from it. Just evolving my sound and leveling up.

Let's get going!

I see three diff. Final type E eartips in the market.

1. White

2. Clear Red

3. Black.

What is the difference in the three or are they identical?

Do they carry different sound profiles??

​Nov 2025, I was contemplating my re-entry into the world of IEMs after a 4-5 year hiatus, following my first pair—the KZ ZSN Pro X or something similar. I sold them off cheap to a chap who was keen on enjoying them. I really appreciate it when an enthusiast buys my old gear.

​While re-entering the wormhole of IEMs, I did what I usually do and switched ON my nerd profile. Research and science told me to start small, and then indulge my deepest, darkest desires. The KZ Vaders were the answer for me and my "filthy basshead" tendencies.

​I got the KZ Vaders Hi-Res version first, and then 3-4 months later, I got the Simgot EW300.

​Long story short, it started a bit bumpy and I ended up buying 4.4mm balanced silver cables (\\\~$15), upgrading from the FiiO BTR3 to the BTR15 (\\\~$140), plus a few sets of eartips and cases (\\\~$20). I won't call my choices over-compensating; instead, I’d say I future-proofed, at least for the next 5 years.

​Now, I should let everyone know right now that I BUY IEMS FOR THEIR HARDWARE, NEVER FOR THEIR TUNING.

​I have never been a fan of the default tuning of anything, except Harman Kardon and Bose speaker systems and Beats Audio headphones. I do my own EQ, from as early as I can remember. It's the quality of components or the choice of components used for various frequencies that piques my interest in an IEM. This means I lean more towards hybrids.

​Life with KZ Vaders Hi-Res:

​The triple 8mm super-linear dynamic driver hardware screams "Basshead territory" (as per my tuning). What I couldn't predict in the start was that it also screamed muddiness. I started with the default tuning and was disappointed when I couldn't feel my ears vibrate; the bass was there, but eh, not for the bass-head I am. I like feeling the bass in addition to listening to it. I like the buildup of pressure and then the release, the soft tickle of the infra-bass. So, I started tuning both the PEQ and the DAC filters. I achieved what I wanted, and here are my views 6 months down the line:

​Design and build: On the bigger side but lightweight. Nozzle length is medium. Standard size. Comfortable with the right tips for hours. Sturdy build. Looks good as well. Have not experienced any QC issues so far. I give them the care they need.

​Sound Capabilities: With the right tuning, you can achieve a sub-bass pressure chamber, a hammering tool, or hardware for analytical listening. When sub and mid-bass are handled by two different drivers, you get air movement in both fields of frequencies. And that means obliterating levels of bass texture and vibrations with the right pair of tips.

​The trade-off is no audiophile vocals and highs. No high air whatsoever; vocals are recessed. The third driver for highs is average at best. Unless you use harmonic compensations—2nd low, 3rd high—you can't make the DDs mimic a planar. PZT, EST, or BA are out of the picture. They are not capable of creating a wide soundstage or air; this means the music remains intimate and the room smaller.

​My BassHead Conclusion: They are top-notch at moving air in the low frequencies while being average in the mids and leaving me wanting more in the highs. Don't get me wrong, they are serious bass-head IEMs, no doubt, and at a fraction of the cost but with muddiness that can't be cleaned without compromising on bass. I love them nonetheless, a definite collector iem.

​Moving on, a few months later, I felt the itch again; it was telling me to try a new driver type. Planars... "hmmmm, they seem interesting. What can they do, what's their construction, how do different component arrays sound, how are they different?" These questions led me to try the EW300 as a safe bet in case I didn't understand or couldn't get the difference of the planars.

​Life with Simgot EW300:

​The Tribrid: 10mm ceramic-coated dual-cavity DD, 6mm planar, and the PZT driver. Look at the hardware of the EW300; on paper and in practicality, it is capable of producing a beastly amount of bass with tingly rumble and hard impact. And the planars and PZT don't let it get muddy, if you tune it right.

​Almost two months with this IEM now, and I have to say I love them. I'm addicted to the sound and stage. They look awesome to my eyes and I don't mind that they attract fingerprints, 'cause I don't see them once they're in my ears—they're "for my ears only." They are heavier because of the CNC metallic build but nonetheless beautiful. Heavier, so wearing them for long hours sometimes gets a little bit tiring. But I believe the metallic build has a lot to be credited for the sound quality they produce. Nozzles are shorter, so they need to be pushed a little bit deep inside the ear canal. Finding tips is a b\\\*\\\*\\\*\\\*. Turned out the cheapest tips, Audiocular Silicon Atmos, did the trick for me. But I am still comfortable with the stock tips that came with it as well as the Dunu S&S. Next order is Final Audio Type E.

​From an audiophile perspective, by default, there is an above average bass shelf. The texture of the bass is deep, clean, not muddy at all but lacks the 'thwack', Basically, sub-bass is in emphasis. It shines in soundstage and imaging.

​From a pure Basshead perspective, nope, it lacks quite a lot on default tuning, no matter what nozzle or foam filter you use. There is no rumble or pressure or punch.

​And my reality is that I never use the default tuning of IEMs. I do my own PEQs; I have designed about 10 of them—5 for the KZ Vaders and 5 for the EW300. They range from "Sub-atomic Melodic," "Sub-atomic Cinema," "Beast Mode Hip Hop," "Velvet Night Time," and one pure staging/imaging profile to experience high-end recordings and tracks. I do have a few more that I keep playing around with using various tracks.

​Back to the EW300: The DD gives a pure, tight, well-textured, fuller sub-bass. A refined beast when it comes to bass. The planars are fast and capable of providing upfront vocals under the heaviest of bass boosts. And the PZT doesn't let the shimmer die whatsoever, whether it is the hi-hats or the sparkle, it's all there every time. The sharpness problem is easily tamable and does not trouble me during long listening sessions at all.

​Biggest USP: SOUND STAGE. Amazingly beautiful, thanks to the PZT. I feel "OMG" in some tracks, while some send a chill up the spine (good version). The imaging is also mastered beautifully. Separation and all that stuff is amazing.

​After experiencing these sound signatures, the EW300 made me transition from a "filthy basshead" to a "so-called audiophile basshead."

​My BassHead Verdict: This is a refined bass-head set that can satisfy, I guess... everybody. Don't think of it any lighter than the Vaders; they compete almost equally—key word: ALMOST. Amazing piece of hardware that produces sound. Kudos to Simgot.

​I still jump onto my Vaders' triple DDs for that max air movement, because you've got to understand: DDs move more air than any other drivers I know of.

​And for the final comparison, let's use some car terminology, keeping the focus on bass-heads:

​Vader Hi-Res: Truck/SUV (Big, powerful, dependable, in your face, gets the job done. Nasty when you want it to be, all the while spewing black smoke up in the air through its pipes).

​EW300: Sports-Hatchback (Quick, precise, adrenaline-pumping, gives those pops and flames out its back time and again, makes you wonder how soon you fell in love with it—just a perfect joy ride).

​Important Note: The source file you are playing and a lot of other technicalities have a huge impact on perceived sound.

​Till next time... keep searching your sound.

Looking for insight into ew300. Bought this two months back. Have been loving it with my peq. Personal experience, finding eartips for this was a bitch.

Creating this post to talk to other Simgot ew300 users and their experiences and practices for everything n anything, like comfort, eartips, tunning, foam filters, nozzel use etc. it can be anything's ng or any habit with he ew300s.

Using 16 core 4.4mm upgrade cable plus BTR15, in wired/pcm mode.

THEY R A GREAT PAIR IN FACT!!!

Looking for insight into ew300. Bought this two months back. Have been loving it with my peq. Personally, finding eartips for this was a bitch.

Creating this post to talk to other Simgot ew300 users and their experiences and practices for everything n anything, like comfort, eartips, tunning, foam filters, nozzel use etc. it can be anything or any habit with the ew300s.

I am Using 16 core 4.4mm upgrade cable with BTR15 in PCM/Wired mode. Source Lossless Apple Music.

THEY R A GREAT PAIR IN FACT!!!

Though this is originally designed for Simgot Ew300 iems. But works with most iems with high shimmer and loud treble.

If you find the sound too warm then, Adjust 1.8k hz to +3.5db and 3.5k hz to 4.5, cut at 5500 instead of 8k upto -4db with same Q.

​Nov 2025, I was contemplating my re-entry into the world of IEMs after a 4-5 year hiatus, following my first pair—the KZ ZSN Pro X or something similar. I sold them off cheap to a chap who was keen on enjoying them. I really appreciate it when an enthusiast buys my old gear.

​While re-entering the wormhole of IEMs, I did what I usually do and switched ON my nerd profile. Research and science told me to start small, and then indulge my deepest, darkest desires. The KZ Vaders were the answer for me and my "filthy basshead" tendencies.

​I got the KZ Vaders Hi-Res version first, and then 3-4 months later, I got the Simgot EW300.

​Long story short, it started a bit bumpy and I ended up buying 4.4mm balanced silver cables (\~$15), upgrading from the FiiO BTR3 to the BTR15 (\~$140), plus a few sets of eartips and cases (\~$20). I won't call my choices over-compensating; instead, I’d say I future-proofed, at least for the next 5 years.

​Now, I should let everyone know right now that I BUY IEMS FOR THEIR HARDWARE, NEVER FOR THEIR TUNING.

​I have never been a fan of the default tuning of anything, except Harman Kardon and Bose speaker systems and Beats Audio headphones. I do my own EQ, from as early as I can remember. It's the quality of components or the choice of components used for various frequencies that piques my interest in an IEM. This means I lean more towards hybrids.

​Life with KZ Vaders Hi-Res:

​The triple 8mm super-linear dynamic driver hardware screams "Basshead territory" (as per my tuning). What I couldn't predict in the start was that it also screamed muddiness. I started with the default tuning and was disappointed when I couldn't feel my ears vibrate; the bass was there, but eh, not for the bass-head I am. I like feeling the bass in addition to listening to it. I like the buildup of pressure and then the release, the soft tickle of the infra-bass. So, I started tuning both the PEQ and the DAC filters. I achieved what I wanted, and here are my views 6 months down the line:

​Design and build: On the bigger side but lightweight. Nozzle length is medium. Standard size. Comfortable with the right tips for hours. Sturdy build. Looks good as well. Have not experienced any QC issues so far. I give them the care they need.

​Sound Capabilities: With the right tuning, you can achieve a sub-bass pressure chamber, a hammering tool, or hardware for analytical listening. When sub and mid-bass are handled by two different drivers, you get air movement in both fields of frequencies. And that means obliterating levels of bass texture and vibrations with the right pair of tips.

​The trade-off is no audiophile vocals and highs. No high air whatsoever; vocals are recessed. The third driver for highs is average at best. Unless you use harmonic compensations—2nd low, 3rd high—you can't make the DDs mimic a planar. PZT, EST, or BA are out of the picture. They are not capable of creating a wide soundstage or air; this means the music remains intimate and the room smaller.

​My BassHead Conclusion: They are top-notch at moving air in the low frequencies while being average in the mids and leaving me wanting more in the highs. Don't get me wrong, they are serious bass-head IEMs, no doubt, and at a fraction of the cost but with muddiness that can't be cleaned without compromising on bass. I love them nonetheless, a definite collector iem.

​Moving on, a few months later, I felt the itch again; it was telling me to try a new driver type. Planars... "hmmmm, they seem interesting. What can they do, what's their construction, how do different component arrays sound, how are they different?" These questions led me to try the EW300 as a safe bet in case I didn't understand or couldn't get the difference of the planars.

​Life with Simgot EW300:

​The Tribrid: 10mm ceramic-coated dual-cavity DD, 6mm planar, and the PZT driver. Look at the hardware of the EW300; on paper and in practicality, it is capable of producing a beastly amount of bass with tingly rumble and hard impact. And the planars and PZT don't let it get muddy, if you tune it right.

​Almost two months with this IEM now, and I have to say I love them. I'm addicted to the sound and stage. They look awesome to my eyes and I don't mind that they attract fingerprints, 'cause I don't see them once they're in my ears—they're "for my ears only." They are heavier because of the CNC metallic build but nonetheless beautiful. Heavier, so wearing them for long hours sometimes gets a little bit tiring. But I believe the metallic build has a lot to be credited for the sound quality they produce. Nozzles are shorter, so they need to be pushed a little bit deep inside the ear canal. Finding tips is a b\*\*\*\*. Turned out the cheapest tips, Audiocular Silicon Atmos, did the trick for me. But I am still comfortable with the stock tips that came with it as well as the Dunu S&S. Next order is Final Audio Type E.

​From an audiophile perspective, by default, there is an above average bass shelf. The texture of the bass is deep, clean, not muddy at all but lacks the 'thwack', Basically, sub-bass is in emphasis. It shines in soundstage and imaging.

​From a pure Basshead perspective, nope, it lacks quite a lot on default tuning, no matter what nozzle or foam filter you use. There is no rumble or pressure or punch.

​And my reality is that I never use the default tuning of IEMs. I do my own PEQs; I have designed about 10 of them—5 for the KZ Vaders and 5 for the EW300. They range from "Sub-atomic Melodic," "Sub-atomic Cinema," "Beast Mode Hip Hop," "Velvet Night Time," and one pure staging/imaging profile to experience high-end recordings and tracks. I do have a few more that I keep playing around with using various tracks.

​Back to the EW300: The DD gives a pure, tight, well-textured, fuller sub-bass. A refined beast when it comes to bass. The planars are fast and capable of providing upfront vocals under the heaviest of bass boosts. And the PZT doesn't let the shimmer die whatsoever, whether it is the hi-hats or the sparkle, it's all there every time. The sharpness problem is easily tamable and does not trouble me during long listening sessions at all.

​Biggest USP: SOUND STAGE. Amazingly beautiful, thanks to the PZT. I feel "OMG" in some tracks, while some send a chill up the spine (good version). The imaging is also mastered beautifully. Separation and all that stuff is amazing.

​After experiencing these sound signatures, the EW300 made me transition from a "filthy basshead" to a "so-called audiophile basshead."

​My BassHead Verdict: This is a refined bass-head set that can satisfy, I guess... everybody. Don't think of it any lighter than the Vaders; they compete almost equally—key word: ALMOST. Amazing piece of hardware that produces sound. Kudos to Simgot.

​I still jump onto my Vaders' triple DDs for that max air movement, because you've got to understand: DDs move more air than any other drivers I know of.

​And for the final comparison, let's use some car terminology, keeping the focus on bass-heads:

​Vader Hi-Res: Truck/SUV (Big, powerful, dependable, in your face, gets the job done. Nasty when you want it to be, all the while spewing black smoke up in the air through its pipes).

​EW300: Sports-Hatchback (Quick, precise, adrenaline-pumping, gives those pops and flames out its back time and again, makes you wonder how soon you fell in love with it—just a perfect joy ride).

​Important Note: The source file you are playing and a lot of other technicalities have a huge impact on perceived sound.

​Till next time... keep searching your sound.

​Nov 2025, I was contemplating my re-entry into the world of IEMs after a 4-5 year hiatus, following my first pair—the KZ ZSN Pro X or something similar. I sold them off cheap to a chap who was keen on enjoying them. I really appreciate it when an enthusiast buys my old gear.

​While re-entering the wormhole of IEMs, I did what I usually do and switched ON my nerd profile. Research and science told me to start small, and then indulge my deepest, darkest desires. The KZ Vaders were the answer for me and my "filthy basshead" tendencies.

​I got the KZ Vaders Hi-Res version first, and then 3-4 months later, I got the Simgot EW300.

​Long story short, it started a bit bumpy and I ended up buying 4.4mm balanced silver cables (\~$15), upgrading from the FiiO BTR3 to the BTR15 (\~$140), plus a few sets of eartips and cases (\~$20). I won't call my choices over-compensating; instead, I’d say I future-proofed, at least for the next 5 years.

​Now, I should let everyone know right now that I BUY IEMS FOR THEIR HARDWARE, NEVER FOR THEIR TUNING.

​I have never been a fan of the default tuning of anything, except Harman Kardon and Bose speaker systems and Beats Audio headphones. I do my own EQ, from as early as I can remember. It's the quality of components or the choice of components used for various frequencies that piques my interest in an IEM. This means I lean more towards hybrids.

​Life with KZ Vaders Hi-Res:

​The triple 8mm super-linear dynamic driver hardware screams "Basshead territory" (as per my tuning). What I couldn't predict in the start was that it also screamed muddiness. I started with the default tuning and was disappointed when I couldn't feel my ears vibrate; the bass was there, but eh, not for the bass-head I am. I like feeling the bass in addition to listening to it. I like the buildup of pressure and then the release, the soft tickle of the infra-bass. So, I started tuning both the PEQ and the DAC filters. I achieved what I wanted, and here are my views 6 months down the line:

​Design and build: On the bigger side but lightweight. Nozzle length is medium. Standard size. Comfortable with the right tips for hours. Sturdy build. Looks good as well. Have not experienced any QC issues so far. I give them the care they need.

​Sound Capabilities: With the right tuning, you can achieve a sub-bass pressure chamber, a hammering tool, or hardware for analytical listening. When sub and mid-bass are handled by two different drivers, you get air movement in both fields of frequencies. And that means obliterating levels of bass texture and vibrations with the right pair of tips.

​The trade-off is no audiophile vocals and highs. No high air whatsoever; vocals are recessed. The third driver for highs is average at best. Unless you use harmonic compensations—2nd low, 3rd high—you can't make the DDs mimic a planar. PZT, EST, or BA are out of the picture. They are not capable of creating a wide soundstage or air; this means the music remains intimate and the room smaller.

​My BassHead Conclusion: They are top-notch at moving air in the low frequencies while being average in the mids and leaving me wanting more in the highs. Don't get me wrong, they are serious bass-head IEMs, no doubt, and at a fraction of the cost but with muddiness that can't be cleaned without compromising on bass. I love them nonetheless, a definite collector iem.

​Moving on, a few months later, I felt the itch again; it was telling me to try a new driver type. Planars... "hmmmm, they seem interesting. What can they do, what's their construction, how do different component arrays sound, how are they different?" These questions led me to try the EW300 as a safe bet in case I didn't understand or couldn't get the difference of the planars.

​Life with Simgot EW300:

​The Tribrid: 10mm ceramic-coated dual-cavity DD, 6mm planar, and the PZT driver. Look at the hardware of the EW300; on paper and in practicality, it is capable of producing a beastly amount of bass with tingly rumble and hard impact. And the planars and PZT don't let it get muddy, if you tune it right.

​Almost two months with this IEM now, and I have to say I love them. I'm addicted to the sound and stage. They look awesome to my eyes and I don't mind that they attract fingerprints, 'cause I don't see them once they're in my ears—they're "for my ears only." They are heavier because of the CNC metallic build but nonetheless beautiful. Heavier, so wearing them for long hours sometimes gets a little bit tiring. But I believe the metallic build has a lot to be credited for the sound quality they produce. Nozzles are shorter, so they need to be pushed a little bit deep inside the ear canal. Finding tips is a b\*\*\*\*. Turned out the cheapest tips, Audiocular Silicon Atmos, did the trick for me. But I am still comfortable with the stock tips that came with it as well as the Dunu S&S. Next order is Final Audio Type E.

​From an audiophile perspective, by default, there is an above average bass shelf. The texture of the bass is deep, clean, not muddy at all but lacks the 'thwack', Basically, sub-bass is in emphasis. It shines in soundstage and imaging.

​From a pure Basshead perspective, nope, it lacks quite a lot on default tuning, no matter what nozzle or foam filter you use. There is no rumble or pressure or punch.

​And my reality is that I never use the default tuning of IEMs. I do my own PEQs; I have designed about 10 of them—5 for the KZ Vaders and 5 for the EW300. They range from "Sub-atomic Melodic," "Sub-atomic Cinema," "Beast Mode Hip Hop," "Velvet Night Time," and one pure staging/imaging profile to experience high-end recordings and tracks. I do have a few more that I keep playing around with using various tracks.

​Back to the EW300: The DD gives a pure, tight, well-textured, fuller sub-bass. A refined beast when it comes to bass. The planars are fast and capable of providing upfront vocals under the heaviest of bass boosts. And the PZT doesn't let the shimmer die whatsoever, whether it is the hi-hats or the sparkle, it's all there every time. The sharpness problem is easily tamable and does not trouble me during long listening sessions at all.

​Biggest USP: SOUND STAGE. Amazingly beautiful, thanks to the PZT. I feel "OMG" in some tracks, while some send a chill up the spine (good version). The imaging is also mastered beautifully. Separation and all that stuff is amazing.

​After experiencing these sound signatures, the EW300 made me transition from a "filthy basshead" to a "so-called audiophile basshead."

​My BassHead Verdict: This is a refined bass-head set that can satisfy, I guess... everybody. Don't think of it any lighter than the Vaders; they compete almost equally—key word: ALMOST. Amazing piece of hardware that produces sound. Kudos to Simgot.

​I still jump onto my Vaders' triple DDs for that max air movement, because you've got to understand: DDs move more air than any other drivers I know of.

​And for the final comparison, let's use some car terminology, keeping the focus on bass-heads:

​Vader Hi-Res: Truck/SUV (Big, powerful, dependable, in your face, gets the job done. Nasty when you want it to be, all the while spewing black smoke up in the air through its pipes).

​EW300: Sports-Hatchback (Quick, precise, adrenaline-pumping, gives those pops and flames out its back time and again, makes you wonder how soon you fell in love with it—just a perfect joy ride).

​Important Note: The source file you are playing and a lot of other technicalities have a huge impact on perceived sound.

​Till next time... keep searching your sound.

​Nov 2025, I was contemplating my re-entry into the world of IEMs after a 4-5 year hiatus, following my first pair—the KZ ZSN Pro X or something similar. I sold them off cheap to a chap who was keen on enjoying them. I really appreciate it when an enthusiast buys my old gear.

​While re-entering the wormhole of IEMs, I did what I usually do and switched ON my nerd profile. Research and science told me to start small, and then indulge my deepest, darkest desires. The KZ Vaders were the answer for me and my "filthy basshead" tendencies.

​I got the KZ Vaders Hi-Res version first, and then 3-4 months later, I got the Simgot EW300.

​Long story short, it started a bit bumpy and I ended up buying 4.4mm balanced silver cables (~$15), upgrading from the FiiO BTR3 to the BTR15 (~$140), plus a few sets of eartips and cases (~$20). I won't call my choices over-compensating; instead, I’d say I future-proofed, at least for the next 5 years.

​Now, I should let everyone know right now that I BUY IEMS FOR THEIR HARDWARE, NEVER FOR THEIR TUNING.

​I have never been a fan of the default tuning of anything, except Harman Kardon and Bose speaker systems and Beats Audio headphones. I do my own EQ, from as early as I can remember. It's the quality of components or the choice of components used for various frequencies that piques my interest in an IEM. This means I lean more towards hybrids.

​Life with KZ Vaders Hi-Res:

​The triple 8mm super-linear dynamic driver hardware screams "Basshead territory" (as per my tuning). What I couldn't predict in the start was that it also screamed muddiness. I started with the default tuning and was disappointed when I couldn't feel my ears vibrate; the bass was there, but eh, not for the bass-head I am. I like feeling the bass in addition to listening to it. I like the buildup of pressure and then the release, the soft tickle of the infra-bass. So, I started tuning both the PEQ and the DAC filters. I achieved what I wanted, and here are my views 6 months down the line:

​Design and build: On the bigger side but lightweight. Nozzle length is medium. Standard size. Comfortable with the right tips for hours. Sturdy build. Looks good as well. Have not experienced any QC issues so far. I give them the care they need.

​Sound Capabilities: With the right tuning, you can achieve a sub-bass pressure chamber, a hammering tool, or hardware for analytical listening. When sub and mid-bass are handled by two different drivers, you get air movement in both fields of frequencies. And that means obliterating levels of bass texture and vibrations with the right pair of tips.

​The trade-off is no audiophile vocals and highs. No high air whatsoever; vocals are recessed. The third driver for highs is average at best. Unless you use harmonic compensations—2nd low, 3rd high—you can't make the DDs mimic a planar. PZT, EST, or BA are out of the picture. They are not capable of creating a wide soundstage or air; this means the music remains intimate and the room smaller.

​My BassHead Conclusion: They are top-notch at moving air in the low frequencies while being average in the mids and leaving me wanting more in the highs. Don't get me wrong, they are serious bass-head IEMs, no doubt, and at a fraction of the cost but with muddiness that can't be cleaned without compromising on bass. I love them nonetheless, a definite collector iem.

​Moving on, a few months later, I felt the itch again; it was telling me to try a new driver type. Planars... "hmmmm, they seem interesting. What can they do, what's their construction, how do different component arrays sound, how are they different?" These questions led me to try the EW300 as a safe bet in case I didn't understand or couldn't get the difference of the planars.

​Life with Simgot EW300:

​The Tribrid: 10mm ceramic-coated dual-cavity DD, 6mm planar, and the PZT driver. Look at the hardware of the EW300; on paper and in practicality, it is capable of producing a beastly amount of bass with tingly rumble and hard impact. And the planars and PZT don't let it get muddy, if you tune it right.

​Almost two months with this IEM now, and I have to say I love them. I'm addicted to the sound and stage. They look awesome to my eyes and I don't mind that they attract fingerprints, 'cause I don't see them once they're in my ears—they're "for my ears only." They are heavier because of the CNC metallic build but nonetheless beautiful. Heavier, so wearing them for long hours sometimes gets a little bit tiring. But I believe the metallic build has a lot to be credited for the sound quality they produce. Nozzles are shorter, so they need to be pushed a little bit deep inside the ear canal. Finding tips is a b****. Turned out the cheapest tips, Audiocular Silicon Atmos, did the trick for me. But I am still comfortable with the stock tips that came with it as well as the Dunu S&S. Next order is Final Audio Type E.

​From an audiophile perspective, by default, there is an above average bass shelf. The texture of the bass is deep, clean, not muddy at all but lacks the 'thwack', Basically, sub-bass is in emphasis. It shines in soundstage and imaging.

​From a pure Basshead perspective, nope, it lacks quite a lot on default tuning, no matter what nozzle or foam filter you use. There is no rumble or pressure or punch.

​And my reality is that I never use the default tuning of IEMs. I do my own PEQs; I have designed about 10 of them—5 for the KZ Vaders and 5 for the EW300. They range from "Sub-atomic Melodic," "Sub-atomic Cinema," "Beast Mode Hip Hop," "Velvet Night Time," and one pure staging/imaging profile to experience high-end recordings and tracks. I do have a few more that I keep playing around with using various tracks.

​Back to the EW300: The DD gives a pure, tight, well-textured, fuller sub-bass. A refined beast when it comes to bass. The planars are fast and capable of providing upfront vocals under the heaviest of bass boosts. And the PZT doesn't let the shimmer die whatsoever, whether it is the hi-hats or the sparkle, it's all there every time. The sharpness problem is easily tamable and does not trouble me during long listening sessions at all.

​Biggest USP: SOUND STAGE. Amazingly beautiful, thanks to the PZT. I feel "OMG" in some tracks, while some send a chill up the spine (good version). The imaging is also mastered beautifully. Separation and all that stuff is amazing.

​After experiencing these sound signatures, the EW300 made me transition from a "filthy basshead" to a "so-called audiophile basshead."

​My BassHead Verdict: This is a refined bass-head set that can satisfy, I guess... everybody. Don't think of it any lighter than the Vaders; they compete almost equally—key word: ALMOST. Amazing piece of hardware that produces sound. Kudos to Simgot.

​I still jump onto my Vaders' triple DDs for that max air movement, because you've got to understand: DDs move more air than any other drivers I know of.

​And for the final comparison, let's use some car terminology, keeping the focus on bass-heads:

​Vader Hi-Res: Truck/SUV (Big, powerful, dependable, in your face, gets the job done. Nasty when you want it to be, all the while spewing black smoke up in the air through its pipes).

​EW300: Sports-Hatchback (Quick, precise, adrenaline-pumping, gives those pops and flames out its back time and again, makes you wonder how soon you fell in love with it—just a perfect joy ride).

​Important Note: The source file you are playing and a lot of other technicalities have a huge impact on perceived sound.

​Till next time... keep searching your sound.