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mcjasonb t1_jbbtrc7 wrote

You should still try the Hexa.

I’ve been a full size headphones guy for a while, other than true wireless buds when out and about. But I got an ER4SR last summer, and then last month I got the Hexa and Timeless AE.

All 3 of these IEMs are great, and sometimes make me question why I spent $600 on the Focal Elex. IEMs for the money are the way to go. I still sometimes use the Elex and enjoy it though. The ER4SR is almost more of a tool, but the Timeless AE and the Hexa are a great combination of fun while still being technical and accurate enough.

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CraigMcMurtry t1_jbbx3qx wrote

Hmmm … I ended up with the opposite impression. I’d ordered Moondrop Katos and 7hz Timeless AEs intending to keep both. The Katos were so bad I returned them immediately and I’ve kept the AEs as a reminder to never, ever buy in-ear monitors again.

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mcjasonb t1_jbbyv81 wrote

So you don’t like the Timeless AE, but you kept them?

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CraigMcMurtry t1_jbc1vm7 wrote

Yes, as I wrote, "I’ve kept the AEs as a reminder to never, ever buy in-ear monitors again."

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spltnalityof t1_jbc0g76 wrote

It all hinges on a good seal and insertion depth. I personally find the timeless to be too bright, esp. in the upper treble. However, using moondrop spring tips with them reduces their harshness and gives them a more natural sound. Even still, I can't go without EQ on them when listening to music. With EQ, they are fantastic (albeit with a narrow soundstage). Without it, they are very spicy and unpleasant.

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mcjasonb t1_jbceekh wrote

Do you have the OG Timeless or the AE?

I have the AE, and the only EQ I do is under 1Khz. I do a low shelf to reduce some bass, and a little boost centered at 650hz to flatten the lower mids. I enjoy the treble a lot, but I also don’t listen very loud so the slight V-shape is welcome.

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spltnalityof t1_jbcvmbj wrote

I have the OG. I listen to mainly electronic music, so that might have something to do with it.

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