I would not buy anything from Aliexpress …
I just checked the store and I see this:
I opened an incognito window and I see this:
Can anyone explain?
EDIT: I like how it says 599 USD in the picture and how it strikes out 1018.29 USD as the price in the second screenshot
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That is probably the price when VAT is factored in. (its like that for my aliexpress as well.)
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Aliexpress Member price. It also shows VAT for you, but removes on checkout I guess?
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that would explain why i see 630 instead of popinteddies 530, but not why it gives me 712 in incognito mode
EDIT: ok, as nymz said, the member price may explain the higher price in incognito mode… still strange
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Ues you are completely correct and reasonable. I would take my time with nice cup of tea. They have amazing fit for me as well even with stock L tips. I cannot get anywhere close that with Mele no matter what I try. Semicustom shape is better for my anatomy definitely.
Buying new is probably not the wisest choice for the wallet anyway, as there are some great offers 2nd hand here and on head fi from time to time. It is safer and more exciting to follow those looking for some white crows. It is amazing how many great offers are only available in US though.
P.s. what a beauty it is…
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Approved.
Regards,
nymz
Tea Cult CEO
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I tried the final E tips on the heart mirror.
They are way easier to listen to, now.
I did a quick comparison again with Aria, and now the HM can be warmer than aria. It has less bad extension, though. But the most important: voices on HM are more forward than aria (especially female vocals, I still have to test with other make singers) and have more body!
The spinfit saved this set once, and now I can say you brought them back from the dead 
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Btw, if you ever feel like modding HM, check this link. Taping vent turns HM into a bass canon 
HM also responds well to EQ 
The config I tried:
Low shelf: +6DB @ 20hz Q:0,5
Peak: +2,5DB @ 785hz Q:1,3
I run stock 99% of the time tho.
Would any of you guys be interested for me to get P1 Plus and KZ ZEX Pro?
Keep in mind P1+ would be a nice comparition to Timeless… If it ever arrives
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I think there are enough reviews of both IEMs on YouTube, and I’m sure more will follow. If I can make a suggestion: how about ISN H50, Penon Serial, or Yinyan Rosemary/Canon? There’s a small fan community on Head-fi but very few reviews online.
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Sorry, I’m not a fan of penon house tuning. An argument could be done for the Aladdin, but that’s about it. And there’s always a lack of reviews regarding penon stuff 
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I’m in for an Aladdin review
This set has so little English reviews on YouTube, and it’s also a good comparison to the Tea!
P1+ is fine for the planar comparison, I guess. But like what ttorbic said, both P1+ and KZ ZEX pro have so many reviews that it’s kind of a wasted opportunity for your wallet.
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I was on a journey in the neutral side of force before… Etymotic ER2SE and Blessing 2 were my last IEMs, but they never really pleased me. Got to a point where they started to sound boring.
Everything changed when I got the Meles. They have exactly the sound signature that I was searching for!
@nymz in your opinion which IEM would be a natural upgrade for Tripowin Mele?
I’m very confused with a lot of options in the market and want to do a safe bet.
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What’s your budget?
I don’t think you need a neutral sound, you need a warmer one!
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$300.
I can spend more, but I’m not so comfortable spending that much on audio gear.
I just discovered that when Mele arrived lol.
I’d say to spend some more days with Mele and then tell us exactly what you love/don’t love on that set, so we can help you get to the dream
Sounds like you enjoy the SQ of dynamic drivers (DD). What’s your source? Do you use a DAC/amp or a dongle or something else?