The ER6is have markedly deficient bass, better than the ER6, but still less than anyone might want. Plus Etymotics makes you buy filters plus sleeves which adds up to considerable after purcahse costs. The ER6is also have flimsy wires that tend to stiffen into ungainly shapes over time. Finally, the really deep ear canal insertion needed to get decent sound on these is just unpleasant and increases wax cleaning downtime and discomfort in long periods of use.
Frankly, the IEM market has progressed way beyond Etymotics ability to compete with either of their current models. Get something by Ultimate Ears (the Fi 3 is roughly the same price as the ER6i) or Shure (the SE210 is excellent, but costs $150). The UE Fi 5 is a really great choice, maybe the best earphone under $300, but sells for $190, which may be beyond your budget. The SE210 is less visible in the ear and has a more neutral presentation, but the Fi 5 has excellent balanced and noticeable bass.
Any of these three phones (Shure 210, UE Fi 3 or 5) will offer better more balanced sound, more user comfort and durability, and less ongoing cost of ownership. I've heard good things about DJays phones too but do not personally own any.
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