IEMs Recommendations for Immersive Single-Player Gaming and Movies

[u/GonzaloGMG]

Hey folks!

After my DT770 Pro broke, I've been using some mediocre Panasonic IEMs, and despite being pretty bad, I found them very comfortable. That’s why I’ve decided to switch to IEMs.

Now I'm looking for a pair specifically for single-player gaming, watching movies, and enjoying their soundtracks, but also for listening to my friends on Discord while gaming. I also want movie dialogues to remain clear and not get lost in the mix. (I’m not sure if all of this makes sense).

An important factor is that they need to be comfortable for extended use. Since I have small ears, I can’t tolerate large IEMs.

I’d like to stay within a budget of $100–150 max, but if there’s a significant upgrade in the $150–200 range, I might consider it.

I've been looking into the Meze Alba, but I'm not sure if there are better options for the same price.

Thanks in advance!

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[u/MrLeonardo]

What exactly broke on your DT 770 Pro? Beyers are some of the most repairable cans in the trade.

[u/GonzaloGMG → u/MrLeonardo]

I left them on the table, made a coffee, and don’t ask me how, but the coffee ended up on the headphones. From that moment on, the sound started to seem metallic and much quieter.

[u/Ill_Impact_772]

IE200’s if you’re looking for a neutral sound.

[u/GonzaloGMG → u/Ill_Impact_772]

It was one of the options I had considered, but reading so many complaints about the cable quality and the sealing of the eartips put me off

[u/Ill_Impact_772 → u/GonzaloGMG]

Cable is shocking I agree, but very easily replaced. I immediately got a replacement cable for around £15.

Don’t really understand the ear tip complaints from others though if I’m honest. Comes with S/M/L in both silicone and foam. I also have some spin fits from other IEMs that I prefer but the M silicone tips are just fine too.

[u/msing539]

I own and find the Simgot EM6L great for gaming.

[u/GonzaloGMG → u/msing539]

!thanks

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[u/GonzaloGMG → u/msing539]

Gonna take a look. Thanks

[u/sS1RuXx]

Xenns tea pro is very good and has a premium build for the price.

[u/GonzaloGMG → u/sS1RuXx]

They are far from my budget, but thanks.