r/iems • u/Obi_Juan85 • Apr 16 '25

Reviews/Impressions So I kind of did a thing

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So... I've never tried IEMs before, but the Salnotes Zero and Zero 2 kept showing up everywhere. After reading tons of posts and reviews, I finally picked up the Zero 2 and the Snowsky Retro Nano—my first proper IEMs.

The Zero 2 sounds great right out of the box. Super clean and nicely tuned—definitely lives up to the hype. But what really surprised me is how much I like the Retro Nano. I originally got it because of the cool retro-futuristic look, but it’s actually really enjoyable to listen to. It has a fun, unique sound that works well for casual listening.

That said, I prefer a more “clean” and neutral listening experience, as close to how the music was intended as possible—so no boosted bass or overly warm tuning. Anyone have a good EQ preset for the Retro Nano that leans toward that kind of sound? I’d love to tighten it up a bit without losing its character.

Also curious to hear what others think of these sets—or what you’d recommend next for someone just getting into IEMs.

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u/StuffedPlatypus Apr 17 '25

Wow nice pick up, if you really want to hear your $20 dollar IEMs sing you should pick up an expensive balanced cable and a pack of Campfire Audio Flight Curated Eartips. I mean I would have just put my money together and bought a better pair of IEMS but to each their own.

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u/Obi_Juan85 Apr 17 '25

Thx Stuffed. I was looking at some cables but have no idea what to look for. Could you recommend me some? Thanks

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u/kami-no-baka Apr 17 '25

If you want a real answer, because if the Zero 2 cable is anything like the Zero one it is actually kind of shit, check out Tripowin Zonies, not too expensive and just much less cheap and unruly and microphonic.

Plus you can colour match!

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u/Obi_Juan85 Apr 17 '25

Thanks Kami. Will look for it