Why I Bought It: Okay, so I'll be honest—a month ago, if you'd told me I'd spend 2k+ on a cable for my IEMs, I would've laughed. Like, a cable? It's just wires, right? But here's the thing: after spending a few weeks with my Truthear Hexa, I started noticing the stock cable was getting on my nerves. Not the sound, really, but everything else. It tangled in my pocket like it had a personal vendetta against me. The ear hooks never quite held their shape. And once I bought a DAC/AMP with a 4.4mm balanced output, that 3.5mm stock cable suddenly felt like it was holding me back.

I kept seeing the Tripowin C8 mentioned in forums and Reddit threads—people called it one of the best budget cables you can get, and Z Reviews apparently described it as something you'd buy "just for the pleasure of holding it." At around 2k, it seemed like a low-risk experiment. Worst case, I'd have a nicer-looking, non-tangling cable. Best case? Maybe I'd hear... something.

I took the plunge on the Tripowin C8 as my first cable upgrade—and I'm genuinely impressed. The build quality punches way above it price tag - premium feel, and a supple flexibility that completely eliminates tangles and cable noise while walking. Sound-wise, I noticed a subtle but real improvement—everything felt a touch cleaner and more transparent, with slightly better vocal clarity and a bit more breathing room in the soundstage, though I can't fully separate what's the cable versus the switch to balanced output. Is it night-and-day transformative? No. But between the beautiful aesthetics, the balanced connection, and those occasional "wait, was that always there?" details, the C8 made me excited to rediscover my music library—and for a beginner's first upgrade, that's exactly what I wanted.

This cable fits perfectly with my Final A4000 IEMs thanks to its protruding 2 pin structure. Sounds great too and the cable is much better in quality than the stock cable I got with my pair of Iems.

Got these to replace the cable on my A4000 IEMs, and they fit the groove of that IEM really well. The cable is thick and rugged, and the build and sound quality are solid, and looks like it will last a long time, but it's perhaps a bit too heavy to use for longer periods, if you're walking while wearing these.

Tripowin - C8 (0.78mm 2pin)

Nice cable, nice quality...Happy with d purchase...

Replaced my original IEM cable with this one. The sound is as pristine as it can get and the cable feels absolutely sturdy.

If you're looking to swap out your cables, look no further. Thanks Headphonezone ✌️

Satisfied with quality

Many IEMs do not include nice stock cables (generally stock cables are thin and tangly); hence hunt for aftermarket cable.

I was looking for one; found this one and it is so beautifully made; thick and NOT tangly at all. It is pleasure to use Tripowin C8.

Tripowin has a WINNER here!

Originally I wanted to buy Tripowin Amber but unfortunately, it is sold out on Headphonezone. Koi nahi got this one and after opening the package I realized I chose the right product. It has a premium touch and feel to it. I got what I wanted in a 4.4 mm jack to pair with Simgot EA500LM and KA 17, it's rocking with these two. I love it and will order other things around it to get the most out of it.
If you want to feel the difference then go for it. don't worry about its price it will pay for itself by giving you clarity and power.
Cheers.

I didn't think I'd need a cable like this but it is so great. Comes with a mic and the volume buttons and the cable is thick and the buttons are pretty tactile and comfortable to the ears. Love it.