mikek, if by the discontinued model you mean the um3xrc (its predecessor) at least you'll have a standard 2 pin connection with the cable instead of the stupid mmcx connectors. I love mine, although I've had them reshelled. Thanx for the review, Voyageur. Cheers.
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Mine are supposed to be coming in on 9/08/15,ot sure I am getting this model you reviewed,,..I got the discontinued model {$219.00}, ,your review helps a lot.,was begging to have 2nd; thoughts.
TNX,
Mike