Klipsch Image X5

[Hatmann]

[QUOTE=One other thing, the X5 doesn't do to well under a hat and the UM1 does.[/QUOTE]

Eh?
I never leave for the train to work without a hat or my X5s.

[scompton]

Originally Posted by Hatmann

Eh?
I never leave for the train to work without a hat or my X5s.

A hat that covers your ears? It might work with the cable straight down, but microphonics make them almost unlistenable for me that way. I have to put the cables over my ears and that makes the cables stick out.

[Hatmann]

Originally Posted by scompton

A hat that covers your ears? It might work with the cable straight down, but microphonics make them almost unlistenable for me that way. I have to put the cables over my ears and that makes the cables stick out.

I normally wear a fedora. In really cold weather, I wear a parka with hood over a cap with ear flaps. The X5s work just fine with any of this headgear.

-- Hatmann

[j.4knee]

I own the C3's and absolutely love them sans the kinking cable issues. But I am also looking into getting a set of X5's for use on my elliptical machine and on planes. I realize the secure around the ear memory wire is probably better suited for this but I want a seal and simplicity when I exercise or fly.

[scompton]

I put the X5's wire over my ear. The wires stick out a little, but it really lessens the microphonics, along with comply tips.

[aporcelainsky]

if you're still looking I have a set of brand new x5s never opened, in the packaging, and on the cheap ; )

[Bojamijams]

Originally Posted by freeone-j

Received my X5s Thurs. and I was very disappointed in the sound, at first! After 100hrs of burn-in, I'm truly enjoying their sound signature.

burn-in on armature drivers? wha? you just got used to the sound

[freeone-j]

Quote:burn-in on armature drivers? wha? you just got used to the sound

IMHO!!

[TJ Max]

So is it confirmed? Do the X5s need burn in?
I just got mine today and so far I am impressed, the bass is much stronger than what reviews would lead one to believe.

[scompton]

Mine didn't need burn in.

[Hatmann]

I thought my X5s sounded thin out of the box, but after a week or so they sounded great.

Burn-in?

Nah, I think I just figured out which ear gel fit best and how to position the X5s to get a good seal.

[Scott549]

No burn-in. I lost a pair I had been using for eight months. Bought a replacement. It sounded exactly the same. Very good.

[metabaron]

I just bought mine a couple days ago, and I am waiting for them, but I have heard the cable is not the best. What would you guys suggest to reinforce them? I was thinking taping electrical tape on the connections. Do you think that might work? Or will that in any way affect the sound?

[scompton]

I bought mine last year when they were on sale and I've had no problem with the cable. And I'm not gentle with them. I stuff them in my pocket all the time. My guess is they had a problem with early runs and fixed it.

[techenvy]

Originally Posted by oak3x

I currently own the Klipsch X5, and can confidently say they are the best IEM of which I have owned. And this is coming from a person who has owned most of the top brands / models from:

-Shure -se530, se420, se310, E4C
-Etymotic - ER-4P
-Ultimate Ears - Triple-fi, Super-fi 5
-Sleek - SA6 (these are also very good)
-Denon - various
-Sony - various

The X5s offer a amazing detail, yet balanced sound. Good Bass. The best comfort of any IEM and very good sound isolation(double flange). I specifically use them for my cross country airplane travel. I have been very pleased... Thank you Klipsch!

which one of klipsh's iem's compete with triplefi 10s?

and the Klipsch X5, are custom right?