Earmax Pro: reliability and price | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org

ablaze · Jan 17, 2003 at 5:05 PM

any reliability issues I should be aware of for the EMP?

also, might be able to get the EMP for $600 shipped. (used) is that a good price that I should jump on?

thanks guys, for any advice you can give

RickG · Jan 17, 2003 at 7:15 PM

I've had my EMP for about two years now and have had zero problems.

As for as a good used price, I can't comment on that. I'm pretty sure there are a few Head-Fi members that could field this question!

joelongwood · Jan 17, 2003 at 7:20 PM

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Originally posted by RickG
I've had my EMP for about two years now and have had zero problems.

As for as a good used price, I can't comment on that. I'm pretty sure there are a few Head-Fi members that could field this question!

Took the words right out of my mouth, Rick.

The best price new that I've seen is from Stone Audio in UK, at $659 USD and $450 Euro. Don't know about shipping though. Also depends on what voltage you have in Singapore.

wasifazim · Jan 17, 2003 at 7:51 PM

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Originally posted by joelongwood
Took the words right out of my mouth, Rick.

The best price new that I've seen is from Stone Audio in UK, at $659 USD and $450 Euro. Don't know about shipping though. Also depends on what voltage you have in Singapore.

Stay away from Stone Audio..I ordered an EarMax Pro from them in towards the end of November for UKP356 including shipping (they pricematched Nutwood Music's price)..not only had they not shipped the item by the end of DECEMBER, they wouldn't refund my money..called them up three times and got crap excuses like "our bookkeeper's not in today". I've just filed a complaint with my credit card issuer, and the funds should be debited to my credit card in a few days.

- Wasif.

JaZZ · Jan 17, 2003 at 8:23 PM

Mine is only half a year old – no problem so far. BTW, I paid €520 + Shipping at HiFi Belzer, Germany, for a new one.

taoster · Jan 18, 2003 at 12:45 AM

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Originally posted by wasifazim
Stay away from Stone Audio..I ordered an EarMax Pro from them in towards the end of November for UKP356 including shipping (they pricematched Nutwood Music's price)..not only had they not shipped the item by the end of DECEMBER, they wouldn't refund my money..called them up three times and got crap excuses like "our bookkeeper's not in today". I've just filed a complaint with my credit card issuer, and the funds should be debited to my credit card in a few days.

- Wasif.

i got my from stoneaudio thinking they'd be a good retailer but was i wrong. i even asked if there was stock prior to ordering and they said yes! took 3 month and dozens of overseas calls (they dont return email) and for the last month i tried canceling but theyd come up with excuses.. finally they shipped it, good condition if only it was 3 month earlier without the hassle. Second hand would be most welcoming at that stage, much much easier and faster.

no problem with the little cutie.

ps: i hate that last edit thingy!

taoster · Jan 18, 2003 at 12:49 AM

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Originally posted by JaZZ
Mine is only half a year old – no problem so far. BTW, I paid €520 + Shipping at HiFi Belzer, Germany, for a new one.

ha! check out the case.. its really just a cut-out..

JaZZ · Jan 18, 2003 at 1:36 AM

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Originally posted by taoster
I hate that last edit thingy!

So do I... it's so... unmasking...

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Check out the case... it's really just a cut-out..

Looks nice, but is much too expensive! For my last holidays I packed my EMP in a foam-padded cardboard box, the whole thing in a rucksack... worked well, but didn't look so worthy. I just love my EMP, even can't spend my holidays without it...

ablaze · Jan 18, 2003 at 3:56 AM

thanks guys!! you've all been overwhelming helpful!

btw, spore's voltage is same as germany's

i'm in a dilemma now, one head-fi-er's opinion is that the 3X as expensive EMP is spades more than my $150 meta42..another's is that its pretty close..what do the rest of ya think?

taoster · Jan 18, 2003 at 4:21 AM

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Originally posted by ablaze
thanks guys!! you've all been overwhelming helpful!

btw, spore's voltage is same as germany's

i'm in a dilemma now, one head-fi-er's opinion is that the 3X as expensive EMP is spades more than my $150 meta42..another's is that its pretty close..what do the rest of ya think?

depends what you mean by spades and how much ure willing to spend. the difference gets smaller the higher up you get, becoming rather personal in value and sound. i'd still think its worthwhile investment to match your phone.

ablaze · Jan 18, 2003 at 4:28 AM

well, I take "spades" to mean quite a lot
and "pretty close" to mean quite little

I know its all subjective..but I'd just like to hear your opinions

maskrider · Jan 18, 2003 at 9:41 PM

I bought my EMP (230V) from The Audiophile Club at 362 GBP + shipping, the link to it is

The Audiophile Club - EarMax Pro page

It is so far so good with NOS and my HD600/Cardas combo.

Rameish · Jan 19, 2003 at 3:54 PM

Ablaze,

guess you're going for it. let me know please once your AT and Sony cans have run in. I'll email maz to have the Senn HD-600 as well - maybe even try the Cardas if Rohit hasn't arrive in Singapore.

Do note that the € is on the rise again - last time I checked it was 1.84something to the Sing $. I know as I just ordered a shipment of Corda.

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