For those that are looking to dip into the world of hi-fi and don't mind missing out on the feature sets of modern wireless buds, the IE 300 offers a gorgeous audio experience for a (relatively) low price of entry.

"The IE 300 has a more U-shaped sound signature but it to me in the graph looks more extreme than it really is. The bass is impressive and addictive, the mid timbre is to die for and the treble is energetic. It’s just an easy and engaging IEM to listen to, no matter the music you throw at it. "

It’s been a while since I’ve heard wired earbuds, and every time I forget how much better they sound than the wireless variants. You get used to Bluetooth wireless earbuds and are impressed by the best ones, thinking that it is proper sound quality. But then suddenly you hear a pair of earplugs like the IE 300 and you have to rethink the whole thing.

The Sennheiser IE 300 is a set of earphones for those who take music seriously, and everywhere. With a headphone jack and excellent passive isolation, if you want a portable lossless music experience, get these. Listeners who want more features and a more diverse package should turn to other wired earbuds with control modules or the plethora of true wireless options that cost far less than the IE 300.

Me personally, I would probably still gravitate towards the Blessing 2 at around the $300 mark, as its tonality more closely lines-up with my preference, though the IE300 is a great option and is sure to satisfy listeners looking for an in-ear solution with a more V-shaped but balanced sound signature.

The Sennheiser IE 300 are stripped-back earphones with zero superfluous tech but excellent sound. They're tuned for impact and detail, however – something to consider for those who want a flat frequency response.

Sennheiser’s premium wired earbuds certainly have their strengths, but class-leading insight isn’t one of them

This is the best in-ear headphone I’ve ever heard, with superb sound and no drawbacks—though that quality comes at a relatively steep price.