I bought these puppies just before Christmas and they have been a revelation.
I can't tell you how much they suit my listening tastes. I love close listening with lots of treble and tight...
First of all let me say this is one of my favourite BA driver earphones I have ever heard.
That said, being a basshead, these didn't deliver in the bass department - I can't deny the fact...
I've had this card for quite a while now, and I have to say its a really nice card - a huge step-up to my on-board motherboard's audio.
At first I do have to admit, it didn't feel like the D1...
Long story short:
These earbuds, shouldn't ever be bought, when they come free in your iPod package, its fine to look at them, and try them on.
If you know someone wanting to buy these,...
I agree with SACD-Man about the SE530s. The small Shure foam tips are smaller than the small comply tips so they fit small ears better. If the SE530s are a bit too much $$ than I would recommend the UM1s. They are VERY comfortable, slightly more so than the SE530s because they're a bit smaller. The UM1s don't sound quite as good as the SE530s but they do well for their price - especially if comfort is an issue.