[knubbe]

http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f103/u...7/index74.html

Doh now I wish I hadn't ordered the custom tips. Oh well

 

[Rip N' Burn]

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Originally Posted by dfkt /img/forum/go_quote.gif A full shell remold, not only a custom tip? Link please?

Yes, a full shell remold!

http://www.head-fi.org/forums/6387085-post1101.html

Contact Sam from Unique Melody. His email is Kabang567@hotmail.com. The english version of the website is not up to date and be patient. English communication sometimes can be painful with others but I personally haven't had an issue. He usually responds to the emails within a couple of days. Also check out the Unique Melody appreciation thread for more info.

 

[dfkt]

Thanks guys, that looks quite interesting.

EDIT: Holy crap, that thread is huge!

 

[WithBadIntent]

After treating them with great care for the past year today I accidentally dropped them into my bathroom sink when it was full of water while trying to juggle too many things at once.

After about six hours the IEM's sound the same as before but I would just like to ask whether they will be okay or have I now set them on the road to ruin.

Thank You.

 

[midoo1990]

if i were you,i would replace them under warranty even if they sound fine.

 

[dj nellie]

Quote:

Originally Posted by PANGES /img/forum/go_quote.gif Anyone have any experience buying IE8's from Buy.com? These have been the cheapest IE8's I've found, but I'm not sure how their customer service is or if they're fakes or whatever. At ~$324 shipped, it's a much better price than Amazon, that's selling them for ~$375 shipped. Of course, I don't mind paying more if that means better customer service if something goes wrong, or for sure if it'll be getting authentic IE8's vs. fake ones. lol. This is the buy.com link below: Sennheiser IE 8 Stereo Earphone - IE8 - Buy.com

I haven't bought IE8s from buy.com but they're not listed on Sennheiser's authorized dealer list (Sennheiser USA Dealer Locator - Authorized Online Headphones/Headsets Dealers). Buy.com is generally a reputable and reliable site, though.

$324 is not bad but AValive.com (who claim to be an authorized Sennheiser dealer but also aren't listed on Sennheiser's site) is selling them for $283. You have to click on the "send me your best price" link.

BTW, why is it so difficult to determine who is an authorized Senn dealer? They have a huge "nonauthorized dealers" list and a tiny online authorized dealers list. But what if the retailer isn't on either list?

I'm still holding out for a sub-$250 sale from an authorized seller...I feel like it has to be coming soon, right? I'm hoping someone like earphonesolutions will step up!

 

[tehort]

If they are completely dry(very important), and the same as before, they're good to go.

 

[WithBadIntent]

Quote:

Originally Posted by tehort /img/forum/go_quote.gif If they are completely dry(very important), and the same as before, they're good to go.

To be honest they weren't submerged in the water, just floating on top. Wasn't too sure though. Still I may replace them under warranty to be sure.

Thanks For The Help.

 

[dfkt]

I would put them for a day in a jar with rice or salt, something hygroscopic that drains any remaining water.

 

[mierenneuker]

Remolding sounds interesting, getting a good seal is really a pain in the ass

 

[dfkt]

I'm getting a 100% perfect seal every time with Super.Fi tips. I'm using the IE8 while sleeping, and they stay in until I wake up. I don't insert them deeply but the UE tips just "stick/suck" and work wonders for me.

 

[ericp10]

I use the UE tips too for the ie8. Great seal everytime and I've found them best for getting the full spectrum of sound of the iem. The large double flange tips would be second. I'm at about 100 burn-in hours now and loving the ie8s.

 

[ShootingStars]

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Originally Posted by mierenneuker /img/forum/go_quote.gif Remolding sounds interesting, getting a good seal is really a pain in the ass

I get a good seal easily, maybe its the shape of my ears.

 

[Nocturnal310]

for me..the Double flanges gave the best fit for IE8/IE7.

i hope its possible to get new tips from sennheiser?

 

[krismusic]

Quote:

Originally Posted by mierenneuker /img/forum/go_quote.gif Remolding sounds interesting, getting a good seal is really a pain in the ass

So is getting a good fit with customs.

There is no easy route!