Is ER-4P worth it
May 9, 2003 at 2:13 PM Post #16 of 56
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Originally posted by Omega
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Hey I love you guys subway - its are so cool and high-tech. Those tram cars too (the newer white ones). As an ex-New Yorker, I was so jealous! But I'll tell you what: nobody in NYC would pay if there were no gaurds at the entrance!

Sorry, back to main point of the thread....
 
May 9, 2003 at 2:20 PM Post #17 of 56
I use the NJB3 and Ety 4P often (although not in portable mode - too expensive) and I can tell you that they make an excellent combination.

They seriously compliment each other - the low noise and great headphone output of the Nomad really works well with the 4p.

Don't be too tempted to get the 4S - you can get the same result with an inexpensive cable and they don't sound as good directly from a portable source.

For those who are interested, another excellent partner to the Nomad Jukebox 3 is the fabulous Koss KSC-35's. The extra power available on the Nomad really does make them sing.
 
May 9, 2003 at 4:29 PM Post #19 of 56
Buying from Headroom is a good idea. The fact you can return them if you don't like them is worth the extra cost from other online retailers.

As for the sound...I've said this many times before but just incase you have never read it...I'll say it again:

I own HP-1's and RS-1's and if I could only have one set of headphones...I would keep my Ety 4P's. I like the sound of the others more overall...but the Ety's for what they provide...are unbeatable. This is based on sound reproduction (micro/macro resolution, dynamics, extension, PRaT, linearity), price ($270 vs. at least double to even approach their qualities), ease of use (take them anywhere...except maybe outdoors unless one has a death wish) and the fact that they isolate!

Ety's the best all around phone in my opinion. Once they fix up the microphonics...they will be nigh perfect.
 
May 9, 2003 at 5:33 PM Post #21 of 56
i use my 4p's + ipod everyday on NYC subway
any & every type of music
plugging the in your ears takes some getting used to, but it's worth it
the sound quality is worth the money

as far as getting an amp
with the isolation you get from the 4p's
you'll be able to listen at lower volumes
you might feel you don't need an amp
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May 9, 2003 at 5:36 PM Post #22 of 56
I wear the ER4Ps outside all the time. I just pretend I've gone deaf and have to use my eyes to lead the way
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May 9, 2003 at 6:33 PM Post #23 of 56
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Originally posted by Joe Bloggs
I wear the ER4Ps outside all the time. I just pretend I've gone deaf and have to use my eyes to lead the way
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it's really an interesting experience to not be able to talk to anyone in public places. I smile a lot so people don't think I'm rude, and it all works out.

the worst part is when people have to poke me to get me to take them out of my ears...I really hate that
 
May 9, 2003 at 6:41 PM Post #24 of 56
to second whats been said already: Go for the Ety 4p.

If you buy from HR, yes, they have a great return policy.
I have the Ety 4S, and LOVE them. no regrets, none, whatsoever.
The Ety's will also hold a high resale value, should you decide to get rid of them down the line. They are great headphones, and always in demand.

I'm not trying to knock the quality of the Shure and AT A900, I've never tried either. However, Etymotics are ALL that theyre cracked up to be. they are nothing short of amazing.
 
May 9, 2003 at 6:54 PM Post #25 of 56
"Me too".
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I wear them every day with my iPod on the NYC subway and it's awesome. You get used to not hearing anything else, tuning into people's body language. And walking around Manhattan with A Saucerful Of Secrets from Pink Floyd is a real trip!
 
May 9, 2003 at 7:14 PM Post #27 of 56
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Originally posted by bjjp2
Hey, I wear my Ety's every day in the NYC subways and I've never seen you guys!


You know, that's a good point. I think I would freak if I saw someone else with Ety's on. Funny thing about the ER-4's is that though they are probably the most expensive earphones you would see people wearing outside, unless you know what they are, they look pretty damn cheap and inconspicuous. And I like that about them. The iPod at least I can hide in my pocket.
 
May 9, 2003 at 8:49 PM Post #28 of 56
Thanks a lot guys for your help. This was a tough decision originally but b/c of you guys I know exactly what I am going to do. I really have no problems with in earphones b/c I have tried almost everyone on the market from the koss plug to Shure E2C. I must say I am really looking forward to listing to some nice King Crimson or Pink Floyd threw these things. I just have one more question, what do you do with the phones when you have to talk to somebody, with the E2C's or Sony Ex 70's I just let them hang around my neck. Thanks for all your help.
 
May 9, 2003 at 9:20 PM Post #30 of 56
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Originally posted by acs236
When I was in NYC I saw another pair of Etys once.

BTW, I did almost get hit by bus because of them, but I'm telling you, it was worth it.


No, would it have been worth it even if you got hit by the bus?
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Seriously. I think given that this hobby has taken over so much of our lives...
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