We have a new top recommendation as the best value in-ear monitor (IEM) for under $50. The OoopusX Op.22 costs just $35 at Amazon, and it comes with two sound profiles. Yep, two. For $35!
As we found in out in testing for our recent OoopusX Op.22 review, the profiles include a balanced neutral tuning that serves as an ideal introduction to the audiophile world for people who have only used standard mainstream headphones (you'll finally be able to hear the mid tones that have been missing all your life).
When you do want to make things more bass heavy, you just need to twist the handy dial on each earpiece for an extra sub-bass punch – great for drum 'n' bass, trip hop and EDM. Such generous versatility at this price point and makes these a shoo-in new entry to add to our guide to the best budget IEM.
Our new favourite under-$50 IEM
Our resident audiophile has reviewed headphones ranging from budget gems to $5,000 over ears, and he rates the Op.22 as a seriously good value proposition for anyone looking to make the move towards more balanced sound than what you get with mainstream earphones.
Crucially, he found that the bass dial genuinely works. Instead of just adding muddiness to the mix, it provides the option to add adjustable deep sub-bass cleanly and effectively when you want it.
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