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After having owned a few kilo-buck IEMs, I was prepared to get something that was insane and probably endgame and rightly so Pritam sir recommended the FIR audio Xenon 6 and thus deep dived into this and I am sure this would be the end game IEM for me.
The XE6 is so wonderfully crafted looks like piece of jewelry and although a large IEM it is very comfortable for me for long sessions.
It sounded good from the start and was really different from the other IEMs. It started to sound even better and grew on to be the best I ever heard after listening to it for longer. I paired with Astell&Kern SP3000T and Hiby rs8 II and with desktop DAC Amps (FiiO K19, Topping D70. A70, Hifiman R2R and Xduoo TA 22) and the immersive, warm, musical and soundstage that filled my head all over. The sub bass is where it stands out the most, but the mids and highs are also so clear and crisp. I havent yet tried to change the atom modules as yet, I am sure this will make the XE6 even more great than that it already is.
The shells in the IEM I were crafted in the US (was crafted in China earlier, but as Trump wanted his MAGA force it had to be made in the US now)
This is definitely end game worthy!!!!
The title says it all. After listening to many TOTL IEMs in the past 6-7 years, my endless chase for achieving audio nirvana is met with Fir Audio Xenon 6 (XE6). While several of my past & current IEMs such as 64 Audio U12T, Final A8000, Sony IER Z1R & M9, Sennheiser IE800s & IE900, Shure 846, KSE1200, JH Audio Roxanne, CA Solaris, etc. were good at one thing or two but I have never felt such emotional connect with any IEM like this. It's special, really special.
I know you can read tons of detailed professional reviews on XE-6, so I don't want to fill this space with the technical detail of XE6, audiophile jargon, and stereotype statement. I only want to share XE's unique factor which made me stop chasing flagship after flagship and start rediscovering my library.
A short detail about my setup & my musical preferences. I generally listen on my desktop - RME ADI 2 and Chord Hugo and like to listen to EDM, Country, Pop, and occasionally Bollywood.
When I first listened to XE-6, I found it strange. Frankly, when you get a TOTL IEM, you expect a more safe and agreeable tuning. But XE6 is not like that, it has a very unique & superbly dynamic presentation of sound. Right from bass, which is so textured and rich that it can't be explained but only experienced. It's an acquired taste for sure, but once you dive into it there is no looking back. Coming from IER Z1R, I can vouch that this is the best sense of bass I have ever experienced in an IEM. The bass is physical - one can feel it, without being bloomy. Jumping on mid-range, have you ever thought about listening to something like Billie Eilish's Happier Than Ever and felt the warmth of her breath in vocal? Yes, it is something that I felt when I hear this song and many more such songs in my albums that gave me goosebumps on XE6. Mids on XE6 are pure magic. Vocals and String instruments shine on this IEM. The treble is endlessly extended, with lots of detail. It's very precise and defined but non-fatiguing.
Overall, this IEM is certainly neither neutral nor analytical. But it's unlike any other IEM that I have heard. For me, it is an emotional, very emotional presentation of music and that's what I expect when I listen to my favorite tracks. I wanted to go back to those memories which are encapsulated in those tracks.
Wow, thank you for your comprehensive and unbiased review of the Fir Audio Xenon 6 IEM! We appreciate the time and effort that you put into writing it, and we're glad that you enjoyed the product. We hope that you'll continue to use the IEMs in your music listening experience, and that you'll recommend them to your friends and family. Thanks again!
FIR Space : Let the FORCE of MUSIC be with you.
Being in This Hobby for last 25 years & owning more than 70+ & auditioning more than 100+ iems, i concluded my journey with this beautiful IEM to explore new verse.
Xe6 will make you cry when you hear those sub & mid bass rumble, the air will shine with no shrills & mesmerizing visceral vocals not hit you on your face.
Example this: Jee karda by Divya Kumar from Badlapur.
https://songwhip.com/divya-kumar/jee-karda
No technical performance needed to be shared as MUSICAL experience is what's in here to be felt.
The YODA in you'll find peace for life & help you satisfy your SOUL.
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Build quality is top notch. It's heavy but not uncomfortable. Coming to sound it has balanced sound signature with slight emphasis on treble.
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I was using Sennheisers CX80s with Samsung Galaxy A52s and it has 3.5 mm jack but the sound quality & output levels are very bad. So, I had to get a DAC and I watched a lot of reviews before making this purchase and one thing I can say is the sound quality is better than Apple's dongle becoz it only supports 16/44.1-48KHz .
The cable is super flexible and supports both Type C & Type A connection for PCs.
These IEMs have a unique personality and it does match the many YT reviews that I watched before making this purchase.
The tuning is very neutral leaning slightly bright. These IEMs will present all instruments and everything that is present in the mix without emphasizing. Bass and sub bass present without any mud or overpowering of other frequencies. Mids are well presented, in fact these are all about the mids which are mostly neglected in favour of bass tightness and extended treble.
I found the vocals slightly forward but not harsh, in fact nothing is overpowering in the presentation here which may come across as boring but it is simply presenting the songs as is. You can easily drift off mentally while listening, the presentation is so neutral and focus back whenever you wish to.
Overall these are very solid IEMs good for analysing and casual listening both. Tuning preferences may be highly personal and there may obviously be many who may not prefer this kind of tuning but still this doesn't take any points away.
I am happy with the purchase and prompt delivery.
have been using this for more than 2 months. The audio is very clear specially the vocals and the bass is also decent overall very balanced sound
At the price, can't complain.
Perfect sturdy piece to carry(not in pockets) anywhere
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This IEMs delivers excellent sound across all music genres and is used daily. The unboxing experience is premium. However, a minor issue has been identified: the right-side IEM produces a subtle noise when tapped while worn, which may indicate a manufacturing defect.
DAC sounds perfect when you connect it with laptop or PC
has a less sound when you play with Smartphone.
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Great fit to ears
This DAC is awesome and a perfect value addition to my IEM. It enhances the quality of the audio and make it a bit loader as well. Buying and its a must have accessory for the audiophiles.
Powerful, stylish, worth the price, good mic quality, the best in the range!
Powerful performance with good looks
I like the simple design without any text. The material is good. The size is perfect for carrying DAC - IEM - any other accessory.
