Upgrading my xm4's / wireless iem advice

Hello, try wired IEMs with TWS adapters if you don't mind the lack of IPX5/7 water resistant or waterproof ratings for the wired IEMs and the TWS adapters (TWS adapters only have basic coatings/etc.).

Bullet style IEMs and small flush, mini, etc. IEMs and so on: https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/11lpe04/best_budget_iems_for_a_beginner/jdnr9yb/ and https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/1214d1f/hi_guys_i_need_advice_on_iem_that_is_bullet_atyle/jdlb7rx/

For small, flush TWS earbuds, there's FIIL T1/T2 Pro (these are available as Earfun Free Pro 1/2 on Amazon, but they are different, check comparison reviews for more info), 1More ComfoBuds Mini, Soundpeats Mini Pro, etc. There's also more expensive ones like Soundcore Sleep A10.

For bassy TWS earbuds, some people have reviewed the new FiiO FW5 well (it's also on sale on AliExpress), but definitely check the Head-Fi thread as there's some connection, EQ, etc. issues, lol, more info here: https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/11x1c2p/best_true_wireless_earbuds_for_techno_listening/jd0xoq8/

You just missed the AliExpress anniversary sale, they were selling the FW5 for $130. Don't worry though, apparently FiiO will be releasing the FW3 for around $110 this June (expect it to be delayed though, lol), see here for more info: https://www.reddit.com/r/headphones/comments/117qg60/fiios_upcoming_lineup/


How to somewhat fix condensation issues with AZLA SednaEarfit MAX Standard ear tips, new meshes or filters and so on, et cetera: https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/11wu2qo/losing_volume_in_left_earbud_after_only_2_months/jd3q92t/?context=10000


Here's more info on TWS adapters like the FiiO UTWS3/5, KZ AZ09 Pro, etc. alongside adapters/converters, AptX Adaptive dongles (KB9P, YET-T10P, etc.), and so on needed for them: https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/11565qg/need_help_buying_a_bluetooth_wireless_adapter_for/j9033u7/ and https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/10hfuxn/wireless_earbuds_for_gaming_with_plugin_to/j58i33j/

Here's a more direct link for the adapters/converters required for the different IEMs and headphones: https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/t3v7wp/looking_to_make_my_arias_wireless/hyv14dn/

Info about UTWS3/5 battery life (5-7 hours) and also TWS earbuds volume variability: https://www.reddit.com/r/headphones/comments/10yr7js/finaly_good_audio_on_the_go_utws5_and_fh5s/j803bbw/

If you're using the UTWS3 outside with your phone, you should be good, otherwise for PC, there could be connection issues.

Here's a bit of context on Bluetooth pairing/connection/battery drain issues with the UTWS3/5: https://www.reddit.com/r/headphones/comments/vjwq2p/never_thought_my_endgame_would_be_wireless_glad_i/idn2t9u/

Best available Bluetooth transmitters at the moment, KB9P AptX Adaptive USB transmitter dongle, LDAC with Windows 11, et cetera: https://www.reddit.com/r/headphones/comments/11qbdcw/best_bluetooth_adapter_for_windows_11/jc27yo1/

Try to stick to wired IEMs/headphones when gaming for best latency.

Latency with TWS earbuds, TWS adapters, Bluetooth 5.3 LC3 tech, et cetera: https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/11pa48l/wireless_gaming_earbuds_for_pc_gaming/jbx09oi/


Qudelix 5K, other dongles, Bluetooth connection issues, TWS adapters, et cetera: https://www.reddit.com/r/headphones/comments/11xmti7/unpopular_opinion_i_do_not_enjoy_qudelix_5k/jdap65c/

TWS adapters, TWS earbuds, Qudelix 5K, LDAC with Windows 11, IEMs/headphones with PC gaming, et cetera: https://www.reddit.com/r/HeadphoneAdvice/comments/11ngrqt/good_wireless_iem_setup_for_desktop_pc/jbn9hmt/

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