Not sure man but mine was #15…I’m chill as always being an old cunt…time goes quicker for us so yeah I’ll get mine before you 
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Hi All, just wondering what are the top budget buds to recommend to friends? budget = $15 and under
Yincrow X6
FAAEAL Iris 2.0
Those are my recs
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I second the Iris 2.0 
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If you want good bass, Goober has it down pretty well. Yincrow X6 and FAAEAL Iris Ancestor, the 2.0 has better technicalities but sacrifices quite a bit in the bass department.
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Yeap I’m 16 so should be done soon
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My latest earbud, created by Dailymusic. Ventbud series, model V8-Be. 8 vents, 32 ohm Beryllium driver. Design was requested by me after seeing one of his latest creation. This is the most unique looking bud in my collection!
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How do they compare to your Pipebuds? I’m listening to mine right now.
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Yet to receive. May be in another 2 weeks I’ll be able to tell you.
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Has there ever been DUNU Alpha 2?
Unsure, but I think there was an Alpha 1
Any impressions on the KSearphone DB1?
They’re here 
similar to the ones I got of Amazon UK which I find keep the Serratus in place better, however your rec seem better made (on the left) and a tad finer too 
…finally got my ears microsuctioned 
so now I can give Jim’s v’s your rec v’s Amazon foams a test 
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Good luck and godspeed
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My 2nd post on LREY Portable Music earbuds is about the Hera (2500 PHP)
Hera cost me $62 including shipping to India.
Build:
Hera comes in a very generic looking solid black mx500 shell. The construction is very lightweight and fits very comfortably in my ears. The bundled high density white foams proved to be perfect for the intended sound. The mmcx connectors are of high quality as well.
Driver: 32 Ohm Titanium
Sound:
Now, the sound. Hera sound BIG. The notes are quite tall and so is the soundstage. Bass hits hard, but not as voluminous as the Cronus. Still, it does not feel hollow at all. There is sufficient body in the mid and subbass, and both are pretty well textured as well. Bass can be termed as controlled yet refined. Because of the controlled presence, bass has less interference with the midrange, letting it breathe more.
The midrange has a distinct transparency. The lower midrange notes have comparatively slightly thinner body than Cronus, but the textures are highlighted even more. The notes are taller in height in comparison as well. Male vocals and instruments do not sound hollow - they sound sufficiently natural and crunchy. The edges of the notes are slightly smoothened, so no discomfort at all. Upper midrange body is quite natural, and with the added height sounds a bit more real.
Treble has comparatively slightly forward presence, and has slightly bigger notes as well. It is still situated slightly behind the midrange. The notes have comparatively very slightly more energy, but slightly smoother edge. The textures seem to be a bit glossed over here, but not dull.
Soundstage is very tall, and has a nice width, but feels slightly closed in. This might be because of the slightly forward presentation. Although not much of an issue. Imaging is nice. Background is acceptably clean. Separation is quite good. Overall an airy and big presentation.
Hera stands true to the claim that it has a big sound. The balanced to warm tonality really helps to provide a relaxed listening without missing out details too much. It is definitely a step up from Cronus. Being easy to drive is another plus point. It is quite competitive at its price point in my opinion.
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To all the folks that find Serratus a little hot in the treble just add Burr Brown + Mullard M8100 Tubes = a smoother presentation (if that’s your bag) and a larger soundstage 
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Hope the 1:1 Yuan to $ is only a place holder. Stem looks huge, probably doesn’t help with fit.
Great video from ASWMDanny on YouTube! I’ve been waiting for a YouTube reviewer to focus more on earbuds for a while, and he’s filled that niche very nicely
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