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Xiaomi Hybrid Mi IV Earphones US $16.29/AU $22.14 @ GearBest

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NOTE Hamza pointed out that this deal with a code is cheaper! Use that one to buy :)

Nice and simple, my favourite pair of headphones on sale right after I bought a pair of these at a higher price. As far as I'm aware, these prices have not been matched for a long time, except for this deal from a while back. One less 7/11 Sandwich and it'll be yours!

From the store description:

Highlights:
Original Xiaomi in-ear hybrid dual driver earphones
Dynamic and two balanced-armature drivers, for detailed sound
More professional tuning mode with super fine and sophisticated design
Cable control high SNR 58dB microphone, better noise cancellation for clear calling quality
Come with 3 pairs of S / M / L size soft silicone eartips for comfortable wearing experience

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  • hamza23 on 16/05/2017 - 20:23
    +7

    Xiaomi Mi IV Hybrid deals

    Original Xiaomi Mi IV Hybrid Dual Drivers Earphones AU$20.37/US$14.99 MiIVa

    Actually comes to US $14.59 with that MiIVa code now. Please use that deal if you want to purchase (code still working at time of writing this).

    • definitive on 16/05/2017 - 20:33

      Thanks, I'll put that in the post. Double deal missing!

    • doublezero1 on 16/05/2017 - 20:34
      +1

      thanks OP and hamza23!

  • AussieDaddy on 16/05/2017 - 20:27
    +1

    How do these fare against the Pro's? http://www.gearbest.com/earbud-headphones/pp_566702.html

    • chewkl on 16/05/2017 - 21:14
      +15

      I have the Piston 2, 3, 4 (sometimes called Hybrid or Pro) and Pro HD (which you have linked). Among all, the 3 is the most balanced, and 4 is the punchiest. The Pro HD are actually very bright to the point it is quite sibilant. If you are a basshead, get the 4 which is this deal or if you are after a more balanced sound, get the 3.

      Having said that, the wires which are covered in sort of like a kevlar/mesh are the crappiest ever. Mine had so many kinks and they shrunk with use I had to cut them and exposed the rubber inside. You need to be really really careful when storing them. I threw them in the side pocket of my laptop bag daily so YMMV. The Pro HD reverted back to the cable type of the 3.

      • AussieDaddy on 16/05/2017 - 21:35

        Thanks. Will get the 4 then.

      • harro112 on 16/05/2017 - 23:16
        +2

        yeah can confirm the cable is terrible, was the reason i retired my pair. if you look after them though i imagine you'd be able to get better mileage.

        • adrianhughes1998 on 16/05/2017 - 23:23

          Same here with mine. Was working well for six months then suddenly cable started flaking. Bass is insane loved it about them.

          Using pro now though and much more balanced with highs especially

        • definitive on 16/05/2017 - 23:34
          +1

          Yep, my cable just kinked and frayed on the 4s. I lost my Piston 2s at the airport (ironically, going to China) and I still miss them a bit :(

          I remember I first bought them because I was promised that they'd smell like chocolate, but I wasn't lucky enough to get that batch.

          I have no idea what happened to my 3s. Probably in the pocket of some jacket somewhere.

          Still, I like the 4s enough for just listening normally :)

        • Diji1 on 17/05/2017 - 00:26

          @definitive: >I was promised that they'd smell like chocolate

          Oooh … K.

        • chewkl on 17/05/2017 - 07:01

          @definitive: I have the 2 which did smell like chocolate. After 2 weeks they just smelled like earwax.

      • no not me on 16/05/2017 - 23:56

        The Pro HD cable is a million times better than the kevlar cable.

      • Xastros on 17/05/2017 - 12:00

        Thank you for this writeup

  • wosdam on 16/05/2017 - 20:33
    +2

    Thankyou. I just got burnt trying to by Xiaomi piston 3's off ebay. Turned out to be fakes.

    • gimli on 16/05/2017 - 21:13
      +1

      Lol water is good for burns

    • RedRocket21 on 16/05/2017 - 21:38
      +1

      open a case on ebay

  • bargainsniper on 16/05/2017 - 21:02

    Just had a pair of these stop working in the right earphone. No damage, hasn't been near water. Looks brand new, I've barely used it

    • Snuffleophegus on 16/05/2017 - 21:06

      Bummer. I put mine thru the washing machine (accidentally) and they still worked fine!

      • bargainsniper on 16/05/2017 - 21:07

        I put my Piston 3 through the washing machine and it worked fine also.

    • deathjr on 17/05/2017 - 04:22

      same

    • toughen on 17/05/2017 - 16:58
      +1

      Sounds gross but the metal grill inside the earbud get clogged with ear wax. Pry it out carefully with a pin or something and clean with hot water. Don't push the crap into the earbud or will cause more damage apparently.

  • onlyme on 16/05/2017 - 23:10
    +9

    After reading this review, I decided to take a punt on the KZ ZS3 (AUD$10.86 on GearBest.

    Does anyone here have one?

    • fookos on 17/05/2017 - 00:46

      Lots of positive reviews around. Will give them a crack. Interested to try them. Thanks.

    • ethan961 on 17/05/2017 - 03:07
      +13

      I don't have those but I do have the KZ ATR, $6.78 w/mic at GB currently, and honestly they're a tier above the Piston 3 and Xiaomi Hybrid (ones in this deal) despite only being $7. Not only sonically but the cable is 10x better than the Xiaomi cable - this cable is actually really nice with a durable L plug, whereas 3 out of 4 of my Xiaomi sheathed IEM cables became irreparably twisted and damaged within 6 months. Usually around the plug the damage shows but the outer sheath shifts all over. The 4th I gave away so I don't know how it's doing. Once the outer sheath separates from the inner wire it's just a matter of time.
      I've had the ATR for about 6mos and the cable is in great shape despite being my sleeping IEMs that get rolled over every night which killed the Mi cables.
      I imagine the ZS3 cable is better yet, even if you'd never replace it. Shows they think about design with the recessed sockets though, hell some custom manufacturers charge extra for that!

      The ATRs are the first cheap IEMs I've used that actually come close to natural sounding (and I've used many under $60), more on that later.
      They're relatively balanced with fairly detailed but slightly recessed treble and slightly more recessed upper mids. Still decently airy. Soundstage is quite good as is separation. They handle busy music well for a dynamic. Fairly strong low bass with great extension, not the boomier mid-bass of Pistons etc. which is very refreshing. Bass extension is much better than both the Pistons and Hybrids. They're more balanced than most IEMs in this bracket, but they are still sort of bass heavy just due to the impact of such deep extension. Apparently less bassy than the KZ ATE from what I've read. As someone who likes neutral equipment, they're still very listenable. They're about as bassy as a pair of burned in Piston 3s from memory, which isn't too far off being balanced.

      About them sounding "natural" - this is the biggest difference IMO. Most cheap IEMs seem to have a weird timbre or colouring in the mid to high end that just sounds a bit gross and off when coming from higher end equipment. Hard to describe in different terms, but it just doesn't sound accurate in comparison. The Mi Hybrid (and AFAIK most inexpensive hybrids including the KZ hybrid) particularly suffer from this. The ATR doesn't suffer from this, it's pretty consistent with my higher end gear in timbre. That's personally my favourite part aside the build quality. It's nice to not have that jarring shift in timbre going from desk setup to portable. It matters less if you're not switching around like that though since you get used to colouring with time.
      By the way, the ATR responds very nicely to amplification, good enough that I often use them at my desk over cans for long periods as they're light enough you barely feel them. Never tried the Piston/Hybrids with an amp so can't compare there.

      In all, I highly recommend the ATR as I feel it's superior to the Hybrid in almost every aspect - and I was floored by the Hybrid when I first got it at $25. The Hybrid is still very good for the price. I didn't think it'd be possible, especially at $7, but the ATR is even better.
      The shape is different and the cable is over the ear, but as a result comfort and weight are better IMO and the cable is really outstanding. It doesn't have a cinch, that's about the only thing missing. I chose the mic-less version though not sure if they still sell it. And again, sonically it's technically better in most ways but sound signature is always personal preference - the Hybrid is less recessed in the upper mid and more forward with the bass being closer to mid bass.

      • SaberX on 17/05/2017 - 04:59

        I was looking at the KZ brand: Just confused what order of seniority they are in terms of sound quality and noise isolation?

        i have scouted out the KZ ZS3 mentioned by poster above, then also the KZ ATR you mentioned. I then managed to browse through to KZ-ATE and KZ-ZST and am thoroughly confused.

        Mainly just want something that fits in the ear like a normal earbud but doesn't give that totalyl closed off suction cup effect in your entrance to the ear. Short of that noise isolation would be great so in planes and other noisy ambience i can listen to podcasts and other items that require thorough attention. Not a huge music junkie so Iw ould listen to everything from hip hop to rnb to your hot hits style songs.

        Any recommendation which of the above listed models are suited for what?

        I also saw a cheap xiaomi piston, but ia ssume the KZ manufactured ear buds are better?

        http://www.gearbest.com/earbud-headphones/pp_603274.html

        I did get this hybrid 4's, given it had the most likes so i assume it is better than the xiaomi pistons and the hrbyid pro?

        • ethan961 on 17/05/2017 - 11:43

          I haven't tried the other KZ IEMs (aside the Bluetooth ones) so I can't personally compare but my understanding is that ZS3/ATE/ATR are on a similar level sonically but just with different sound signatures, so the tiering is going to be personal preference mostly. There are lots of reviews comparing the ZS3 and ATE, and a few comparing the ATR which is a bit newer. ZST is the KZ hybrid, I've read you're better off with one of those other three but there are loads of comparisons out there for those too.

          As for isolation, none of these are deep insertion IEMs so you shouldn't feel that pressure. The ATR/ATE are very light in the ear, can hardly feel them. In theory the ZS3 would isolate the best as it has a shell shaped to fit the ear well - IIRC they copied another company's design who went to great lengths to design a shell that fits like a custom IEM, they overlaid hundreds of ear impressions and that was the result.
          These all do have a cable that goes over top your ear and down the back, so they're not like an earbud in that regard. The Hybrid does fit like an earbud in that the cable hangs straight down.

          The Hybrid 4 (which is the Pro) is better than the Piston 3 IMO though not a clear upgrade for all due to sound signature change, and user reports are that the Pro HD is a bit shrill in the mid-highs (best to check other direct comparisons as I haven't heard them) so they're not a clear upgrade either.

          I'm not sure about the Pistons you linked - can't tell what generation they are/I haven't kept up with them enough to know. They're probably good but the KZ IEMs would be better.

        • SaberX on 23/05/2017 - 02:45

          @ethan961:

          Thanks for the feedback. I'm no audio enthusiast - more so just the person that picks up the affordable headphones and tunes in, so I'm not too sure if considering sound signatures even means anything to me? By that I assume you mean different earphones suit different music better e.g. hip hop vs rnb vs bass, heavy metal etc?

          I don't know my preference for deep insertion ear buds ( i assume ear buds = IEM essentially?) but I do find the sennheiser ones I got do provide better audio clarity. But they feel uncomfortable in terms of i feel like a giant sound suction cup in my ear - I kind of dislike the feeling of being totally blurred out (like your underwater in a pool) on my surroundings. I'm probably not used to it and i'm a pretty aware person when it comes to being alert on my surroundings. So it might just take some getting used to. On the other hand ear buds that just pop into the outter part of your ear hole feel fine to me but i feel almost like they're hanging there and not aligned and delivering audible sound when there's ambient background noise?

          WIth that said and given the prices on offer now:

          ZS3 - $10.86
          ATR - $$6.78
          ATE - $12.33
          ZST - $14.94

          What would you suggest i try out if perhaps getting 2 or 3 lots of earphones to try the brand, sound and comfort? I've always had ear buds hang straight out the ear, so I am not too sure how uncomfortable this loop around the ear is. Is it comfortable? I see straight wire looking cord over t he ear and I judge that it may be uncomfortable - is it alot more comfy IRL?

          What sort of sound signatures/music woudl you recommend for the earbuds given their different sound signatures? I'm thinking the ATR if it's one of the newer one it's pretty cheap, and looks not bad, and perhaps throwing ina ZS3 as you mention it has the best audible sound quality given the isolation moulding of the piece? Then maybe the ZST given you said it's the hybrid rebadged right, so it'll give me a taste of straight hanging down buds?

          Spoitl for choice and really not sure which ones will deliver what sort of sound best haha. Rest of time i'm listening to podcasts to educate myself so i guess sound isolation in the ear is a real important one, short of feeling like an uncomfortable suction cup is stuck in my ear. My worry is with these isolating noise, do they do more damage re: volume to the ears than one that lets in more ambient noise?

        • SaberX on 23/05/2017 - 02:59

          @ethan961:

          Ahh sorry i just googeld and this link pretty much sums up all my misconceptions:

          http://www.goodcans.com/HeadphoneReviews/Reviewss/InEars101.…

          I did not realise ear buds vs IEM's diferences but your right, the earbuds vs IEM picture comparison first on the page is exactly what I have now. My normal cheap earbuds vs the sennheiser which go into my ear canal (as I know it) providing that uncomfortable sealing feeling.

          I guess it's the feeling of being blocked out from ambient noise (so my spacial awareness of surroundings is at a loss) vs the need to do so to get good sound quality…

          That said looking back at the ZS3, ATR, ATE and ZST now - are these IEM that insert into the canal - but your saying it isn't a very deep version? So they will all (apart from the ZST) go into the canal, albeit at a more comfortable, shallower section?

          Again though, do you recommend i try a few , or would there be a few clear winners? i'm thinking the ZST now would be amust to 'try' given it's an earbud and it hands straight down the ear vs the rest which go over the ear. Then I would need one or two IEMs to recommend - out of the 3: ATR, ATE and ZS3 which would be the best and give the best range of two to try out to see what I like? I'm assuming ZS3 - for the custom 'IEM' overlay they stole, and ATR as being newer, nicer looking than the ATE (which looks a bit see through, electronic grungy to me) and abit more higher in the sound scores right?

        • ethan961 on 27/05/2017 - 10:42

          @SaberX:
          Hey, I just got the ZS3 in the mail yesterday so I have some first hand experience to go by now. TL;DR I think the ATR is probably the best for you to start out with due to the fit, and no real need to buy multiple.

          Sound signature can make a difference for different genres but it's not too huge and usually up to personal preference. I wouldn't worry much about sound signature yet as long as reviews are good and the signature isn't completely imbalanced - you want to clearly hear all ranges, not have one range completely overpower others. Aside that, it's personal preference.

          The ZST isn't an earbud, it's an IEM just like the others. It's not a rebrand or clone of the Xiaomi Hybrid, but it does use a similar hybrid setup with a dynamic and an armature driver. The reviews I've read say the other normal KZ IEMs (they have a single dynamic driver) are better for cheaper so I wouldn't bother with it.

          The ZS3's custom like shape means, well, it feels quite like a custom. That's probably not what you're looking for as they do give that full ear feeling. The ZS3 is more a medium-insertion IEM, it's deeper in the canal than most. It isolates quite well because of all this. I do have a pair of actual customs and I use them most for travelling or situations I want the isolation and fit. Now, if you're interested in getting used to this, I can recommend the ZS3. They have a more lively and engaging sound signature than the ATR and very similar sound quality, though I think the ATR edges it out, not 100% sure yet. It's very close, maybe just different.

          As for cables over the ears, it's much more comfortable than it might sound. Having them go over the ear removes forces pulling down on the IEM making them feel lighter and more secure since a light snag of the cable doesn't yank them right out. It also reduces microphonics that you might see otherwise where you hear the movement of the cable as you move or brush against it, can be annoying for working out or walking etc.

          The ATE/ATR are shallow insertion IEMs, they don't go far into the canal. If you use the right size tips you shouldn't have issues with comfort. They isolate well enough, about standard. They have a nice shape that sits flat in your ear so you can sleep on your side or wear a helmet/toque etc without discomfort.

          Overall I'd recommend for you either ATE or ATR, mostly due to the shape being likely more what you're looking for in terms of comfort. Personally I can hardly feel them at all in my ears. ATE vs ATR is personal preference in sound, but AFAIK most think the ATR has the edge in sound quality. They're also dirt cheap and more neutral so all in all I think the ATR is a great starting point. Maybe later on consider the ZS3 for the shape if it's something you could use but no need to buy both upfront.

        • SaberX on 29/05/2017 - 02:54

          @ethan961:

          THanks for the feedback! Perhaps then I will try the ATR given they look good. I should probably get used to IEM with the zs3 for travelling in order to get access to the superior noise isolation and sound quality that the less deep canal buds.

          I don't know if the 15% flash sale was still on - but the ZS3s went down to $8 instead of $10.86 - so a good chance to try.

          You mentioned that ATE or ATR is a personal preference for sound, albeit the ATE is $12.33 vs the ATR of $6.78 (with my last post one or two up - i haven't checked if their pricing is still the same as when i wrote that post though). So the pricing difference seems to nearly halve for the ATR.

          I see what you mean about the ZST then. So basically it sits like an earbud - hanging down out of the ear - albeit it will still feel like my sennheisers then : IEM.

          So unless the wire around the ear is annoying, best to not buy multiples and just try the ATE or ATR, as essentially they're also IEMs like the ZST, albeit with a wire over the ear. Will toss up the ZS3 to try what a custom IEM feels like though. Having no experience in the area would be curious what the 'full ear' experience is like :)

          Edit: On another note: for a non IEM, just ear bud, did you have any recommendation? E.g. something affordable, happy with an online bought chinese or the like ear bud. Haven't tried KZ but it seems it's price is alot less than the $20,30,40,50 you'd pay for earphones from major players in your local jb hi fi, harvey norman and other retailers. So I'm keen to finding overseas purchased, cheap ear buds too.

          I've placed an order for the KZ ZS3 now to 'try'and get used to the deeper canal insertion and feel what a custom IEM is that you mentioned. For an everday I bought the ATR with mic.

          You mentioned to stay away from the two driver KZ ZST and give it a miss… so I have. Just tossing up the ATE, but probbaly won't bother until i try one of the ones to arrive and see if the quality is really as great as you have experienced :)

        • SaberX on 29/05/2017 - 03:03

          @ethan961:

          Prior listing price in AUD appears still valid.

          ZS3 - $10.86 aud
          ATR - $$6.78 aud
          ATE - $12.33 aud
          ZST - $14.94 aud

          Looks like i mistook the 15% /flash sale prices as USD.. so in fact prices haven't come down since posting a few days ago unfortunately :(

          I do note the ATE has 4 models. Any suggestion on differences and which you'd go with? Apart from the fact of the mic addition if you wish to speak through it? Can't quite tell what else is different?

          http://www.gearbest.com/earphones/pp_216375.html
          http://www.gearbest.com/earphones/pp_273535.html
          http://www.gearbest.com/earphones/pp_216373.html
          http://www.gearbest.com/earphones/pp_273839.html

          edit: The 3rd link appears to advertise in title "noise cancelling" as opposed to noise isolation? Incorrect? it's the version link ending with 216373.

        • ethan961 on 29/05/2017 - 22:23

          @SaberX: Apparently the ATE-S is the ATE with a bit more bass. Other than that, the difference is just mic vs no mic. I haven't tried either so can't really comment, but from what I've read the ATR is more neutral than the ATE and the ATR is already quite warm, so that's my personal recommendation between the two.

          The ZST is an over the ear IEM just like the others, sorry if I wasn't clear. The KZ EDR series do hang straight down - IEMs that look like that are usually your ones that hang straight down.

          I should note that the fit and isolation on the ZS3 is definitely inferior to a real custom for me - I'm actually having some minor fit issues with the ZS3. The sound of them is fairly fit dependent so it takes a bit of practice to insert them the ideal way. I might try some different tips as well. Nothing major, but I'm still figuring them out. It's fairly common in deeper insertion IEMs that seal well as you have the potential for pressure differences that negatively impact sound quality. Hence it's common to insert in a way that doesn't seal too early or too well. You'll understand once you get them!
          Can't expect a universal to hold a candle to a real custom in fit, and considering you can buy 4 ZS3s for what I paid for ear impressions alone it's pretty damn good. The ATR is much less fuss though - it can only really fit one way and it just sounds good. Customs are a bit of work too though, depending on your ears and how deep they were made to insert.

          I haven't kept up with high quality earbuds in a long time since I don't use them personally, but the Yuin earbuds were decent at the time. No doubt the market is currently very different and probably difficult to sift through. Other resources like Head-Fi or Reddit might have some answers. 5 years ago in IEMs you'd be paying around $60-80 for something the quality of the KZ ATR or ZS3, that's how different that market is now.

          I think you'll be happy between the ATR and ZS3. The law of diminishing returns takes effect fairly quickly once you get past this level of IEM - but thankfully they're good enough that they hardly leave you yearning for more.

        • SaberX on 23/06/2017 - 19:31

          @ethan961:

          HI mate! Just got the ATR and ZS3's and am trying out the ATR now. I have to say i have never had an over the ear ear bud before. I would say i looked like a fish outside of water - i tried everything from wrapping the cord around my neck to behind my back, before i worked out i could keep the cord down the front (my chest) while wearing it liek straight hanging earbuds. Except of course you wrap the cord over and back behind your ear first… haha, i must have looked quite the fool.

          It definitely is better than my ear bud sennheiser's off cotd for whatever it was back in the day - 20,30 bucks. Those i noticed are loud but flat, then again these go into the canal somewhat so it may be unfair to compare. But i do hear more surround sound like subtle beats of the various instruments. THe actual vocals and even podcasts are softer than my old ear buds, but the voice does sound better quality.

          Frankly - I've never used expenses earphones or headphones even so I can't even tell if it's great, but for the price I am happy enough with the sound. I haven't cracked open the ZS3 yet though, after reading your comments above I went with the ATR first due to the fit issue.

          I was curious though - after doing some googling, the ATE was known as being renowned , given they're nearly double the price of the ATR ($12.33 vs $6.78 when i took down the prices in my post above) would you still rank the ATR as more bang for buck and better quality?

          The reviews seem to mention some mid bass for the ATR but it being abit softer and not up to comparison with the ATE which really hit mid and high bass. Overall richness of vocals, instruments and sound quality wise I am assuming the ATE would be selling for more due to this - but keen to hear your thoughts?

          Have to try the ZS3 but wondering if i could perhaps import a bunch of the ones that are nicer - for presents, family and friends. I might even have some people who would much rather pop by and grab them for a few bucks more vs other $25,30 options you could get out there for example.

        • SaberX on 23/06/2017 - 20:00

          @ethan961:

          One point of contention is the listings on gearbest state the ATR and ZS3 are Noise cancelling, which I thought was well beyond IEMs of this price range. I thought noise isolation was a potential where the seal blocks out noise.

          Is the advertising wrong and these are actually noise isolating not cancelling? or indeed correct?

      • sydsm on 17/05/2017 - 09:53

        Just got a pair of these based on your comments…keen to see how they work out.

        • superforever on 18/05/2017 - 12:50

          Same just ordered KZ ZS3 just because of the comments.

        • wakeupaaron on 30/05/2017 - 07:50
          +1

          Order ATR and ZS3 on the 19 May. Delivered 29 May. ATR sound really good. ZS3 are a bit more harsh. But both great value for the price.

        • superforever on 07/06/2017 - 15:27

          My KZ ZS3 just arrived.

        • SaberX on 23/06/2017 - 20:01

          @superforever:

          Just got mine with my ATR today. Not sure how others managed to get theirs well in may….

        • SaberX on 23/06/2017 - 20:05

          @wakeupaaron:

          Have you tried any other KZ's? FIrst time getting it and i am using the ATR now , having never used IEM's much i don't know any better but the sound is sufficient to me for the price. WOnder why i only just received mine however.

        • wakeupaaron on 24/06/2017 - 15:56

          @SaberX:
          Luck of the draw on shipping. I got two pairs so maybe they shipped them quicker. Everything else seems to take a month.
          They sound good. I have Beoplay H5 and Shire ec3 that cost more but for the price these sound really good.

      • chewkl on 17/05/2017 - 10:11
        +2

        I didn't know about KZ, after an hour of "research", I've placed an order for the ZS3 and ATE. There's a comparo of ATE vs ATR over at http://www.thephonograph.net/kz-atr-review/ as well if anyone is interested.

    • SaberX on 25/05/2017 - 20:31
      +1

      Zs3 is down on sale to 7.99 now! Gonna jump on it later! Hopefull the atr and all are discounted too from a few days ago.

      • onlyme on 26/05/2017 - 00:00

        Can you please share a link?

        • SaberX on 26/05/2017 - 12:01

          Sorry have to do it at lunch as I'm at work. but if you google or search up the "kz zs3' on gearbest's website it would show up. it had flash sale , 15% off on my mobile when i did that.. $7.99 :)

        • onlyme on 26/05/2017 - 22:11
          +1

          @SaberX: I think you were seeing the USD price, which is $7.99. Shows up as $10.86 AUD for me by default (with the flash sale).

  • mad1dude on 17/05/2017 - 01:54

    The Pro HD comes up as $30.97 AUD for me. Already have the Hybrid 4s, so will give the Pro HDs a go. Thanks OP.

    • adrianhughes1998 on 17/05/2017 - 07:42
      +1

      bit different in soundstage as others have said in this thread, but you won't be disappointed :)

  • hedonistic on 17/05/2017 - 03:02

    I've been using the stock samsung S5 earbuds for a while, they're pretty decent but broken now. I'm guessing these would be better for earphones under $30? Does anyone have any other recommendations for anything under $30? I was thinking about the Blitzwolf ones on Banggood (VOX1)

    • dltra on 17/05/2017 - 11:49
      +1

      scroll up a bit to the convo on KZ earphones, they're even cheaper and spectacular value. i've got a pair of KZ ATE earphones and i'm pleased with them. i'm no audiophile but i slightly prefer the sound over my now-broken Piston 3 set, and i definitely prefer the fit, i can wear these for hours without any discomfort at all.

      about to buy the KZ ZS3, they're AU$10.86 on gearbest (link posted by onlyme above), +AU$3.07 for expedited shipping.

      • SaberX on 17/05/2017 - 18:31

        Same - I want to try a few. I bought the xiaomi ones per this listing but am curious about the ZS3, ATR and ATE as I posted above. I am no audiophile so am just lost where they rank. Just want the better of the few haha.That and ergonomically fitting in ear and providing good noise while reducing ambient noise. Any suggestions?

        I find the hardest part is my current cheapo sennheiser's etc. I have to reverse and wear the left bud in my right ear and so forth to have the sound delivered direct (and clearer) when there isn't deadly silence in my surroundings.

      • hedonistic on 18/05/2017 - 12:51

        Gonna give these a go, cheers mate

  • SaberX on 17/05/2017 - 03:26
    +1

    Just a question but do these ear phones do noise canellation? I assume not at this price? Don't know anything about in ear bud headphones but this talk about these hybrids vs pistons and pros - can anyone lay out the preference or order of sound quality? I find it difficult with my stock standard headphones picked up from jb hi fi etc. for $20,30 with podcasts and ambient noise around me, usually i have to switch the right ear bud into my left ear (reverse it) for better sound direct to ear. So looking for something that is pretty crisp. Wasn't sure how these xiaomi earphones are - in fact I've never even had a chinse branded headphone before so curious how these are. Worth a try? Or shoudl i get these supposed 'pistons' or 'pros'?

    • adrianhughes1998 on 17/05/2017 - 07:41
      +1

      no way there is noise cancellation at this price point, you won't get it from anyone, anywhere. cheap earbuds you get in JB or locally are crap and lack proper bass.

      try the Xiaomi's piston 4's or Pro HD, and try it with an equaliser on Android. people call foul about it on iOS but thats because EQ management is rubbish and can't even jack the bass up like you can on Android (dependent on hardware of course)

    • definitive on 17/05/2017 - 16:30

      Can confirm there is no noise cancellation. They are in-ears, so you can argue that they are noise isolating, but I assume you would want active NC, which this definitely does not have.

      • SaberX on 17/05/2017 - 18:28

        hmm i dont' know my hardware - but the listings for this (hybrid IV's) as well as some of the others mentioned : ATR, ZS3, AZE, etc. seem to list noise cancellation in their listings? Maybe it was isolation? I assume noise isolation is channeling the music /sound better, whereas active noise cancellation requires the over ear headphones to cancel out noises from ambient surrounding?

        • definitive on 18/05/2017 - 01:19

          Yep sort of, noise isolation just means having outside sound cut off or muffled, whereas noise cancelling is playing a reverse of the outside noise inside to cancel out the noise through deconstructive interference. Or something like that.

  • attfiecz2 on 17/05/2017 - 06:01

    I'm a fan of these, and have converted one of my kids over.
    The only issue we've had is the build up of wax on the metal mesh covering the earpiece.
    I just pop them out with a pin and put them in some boiling water and they clean up fine.

    Problem for child #2 is the controls not working on her iphone / ipad etc.
    I imagine there are adaptors etc but come someone point me to some advice on how to make these fully apple friendly?
    Thanks.

    • adrianhughes1998 on 17/05/2017 - 07:39
      +1

      Apple's standards are what you get unfortunately, so yeah don't think there is much out there that will help you on that front mate sorry.

      • definitive on 17/05/2017 - 16:32

        Yep, they make their audio connector is a bit different to the industry standard, for… reasons.

  • too_much_boost on 17/05/2017 - 08:27

    Has anyone compared any of these cheaper earbuds to the Blitzwolf Graphene Earphone BW-ES1? I bought a pair of these to play with and am pretty impressed with them. I use these over my UE Triple-Fi 10's

  • Petesdragon85 on 17/05/2017 - 09:07

    Have been using these for three weeks and have been happy with the purchase. Well timed deal as I just stepped on these after rushing to class an hour ago plastic is broken but still work. Will be buying another pair.

  • starspawn on 17/05/2017 - 09:22

    Does Xiaomi make bluetooth earphones that anyone can recommend?

  • nekov on 17/05/2017 - 13:48

    Sold out for me… even though the product page says 116 available.

    • superforever on 17/05/2017 - 15:16

      I can still add it to cart.

      • nekov on 17/05/2017 - 16:30

        Error comes up when I check out to paypal

        • definitive on 17/05/2017 - 16:33

          Have you checked that you are already signed in before adding to cart?

        • nekov on 17/05/2017 - 21:08

          @definitive: Yes… I removed it and added again and it now worked. thanks

  • Peteroz on 17/05/2017 - 17:06

    I think at the moment the most popular headphones: KZ ZS5 https://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-KZ-ZS5-2DD-2BA-Hybrid-In…

    • bargainsniper on 17/05/2017 - 22:44

      You definitely have me intrigued. They ship today so will wait for some reviews before jumping on the bandwagon

  • Braintrain1000 on 19/05/2017 - 11:36

    I ordered two earphone and got a reciept showing my new address however, they still shipped the goods to an old address. What are my options?

    • BlitzR on 19/05/2017 - 21:22

      ummmmm contact the seller?

  • werefrog on 21/05/2017 - 19:22

    this earphone has clip with it? i want to try use this for run, or wait for bose soundsport to sale?

  • SaberX on 23/05/2017 - 02:52

    On another note - is this subject to 2.4% cashback on cash rewards for Gearbest?

    Does anyone know - if you use the browser extension, can you visit gear best direct, then activate the cash back and still get it without doing the usual: visit cashrewards first, then go through to gearbest?

    I only ask as my home browser I've left all the headphones tabs opens that i'mt ossing up, so I assume if i were to open cash rewards now I will lose my tracking and wont' get any cashback anyway (not that it's much)?

    I'm thinking of just heading into work and buying it through there as I assume it works by sensing the last time you were on the website e.g. one or two days ago, even if it wasn't through CR first, it will reset so you're fine to then visit CR first today, to go through to Gear Best and receive the CR %?

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