Originally Posted by Podster
For me the UM2's blow the EC4's away and it's all due I'm sure to the dual Arms, everyone knows dedicated seperates sound better than one driver
Originally Posted by Podster
I have recently been in contact with Ray Samuels and he suggested I get the UM2's as they are in his opinion the finest in ear phones available for $299.00.
I would love to hear any other owners takes on these phones in addition to what some might feel is a good alternative.
How can you say that one is better than the other without hearing them? Technology is great but you can't say that one is better because it has an extra driver. I guess I'm not "everyone" because I can't agree with that statement.
I haven't heard the UM2 either but I do own the E4c and I can tell you that I have not been disappointed. They are durable, small (UM2s are giant in comparison), extremely accurate and they come with a large variety of tips to satisfy just about everyone's taste, whether you like flanges, foam or rubber cones. I've listened to a good range of musical styles with them and have never noticed that they really lack in any department. If I were to choose one thing that I don't like about them it would be that they isolate too much with the foam tips but if that's a deal breaker, you probably shouldn't be looking for IEMs in the first place.
Good luck on your search and try to keep an open mind.