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Looking for an IEM that costs up to $150

post #1 of 25
10/21/09 at 12:16pm
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I did utilize the search function and I'm honestly just as lost as I was lurking the threads so I'm hoping I can get some actual suggestions. The most I can shell out is $150 and I mostly listen to rap and soft rock (I think Coldplay-The Killers are soft rock bands). My Bose inearphones got tangled and broke last night at the gym lol... so I could use a new pair.

Thanks in advance.
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post #2 of 25
10/21/09 at 12:59pm
Nuforce NE-6/7. You'll have to tame the bass, though.
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post #3 of 25
10/21/09 at 1:05pm
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Originally Posted by Hentai11 View Post
Nuforce NE-6/7. You'll have to tame the bass, though.
Tame the bass? The NE-7m is perfect for rap.
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post #4 of 25
10/21/09 at 3:07pm
NE-7M are great, you should also take a look at the Klipsch S4.
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post #5 of 25
10/21/09 at 3:15pm
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NE-7M are great, you should also take a look at the Klipsch S4.
Take the NE-6 or NE-7M, double the bass, almost double the trebles, add some detail and you have the Klipsch S4 -- it is big and hot -- way too much for me.

The NuForce NE-6 is a great option for only $40. Great for the gym so that the next time they get broken, it's only $40 to replace.
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post #6 of 25
10/22/09 at 12:12am
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Appreciate the responses, I'll check em out. Thanks again.

Edit: As noobish as this may sound, they are comp. with an iPod correct?
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post #7 of 25
10/22/09 at 12:30am
yeah, all the models mentioned are compatible with ipod, if that's what you're asking.
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post #8 of 25
10/22/09 at 12:37am
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K thanks. I think I'll go with the NE6's, I'm considering getting the comply foam tips. I only see the NE-7M's listed, they would work on the 6's right?
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post #9 of 25
10/22/09 at 12:50am
yep they're basically the same phones, any tip that works on the the 7 will work on the 6.

Hrmm 100 CAD for the S4, I think im gonna try them out
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post #10 of 25
10/22/09 at 1:11am
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yep they're basically the same phones, any tip that works on the the 7 will work on the 6.

Hrmm 100 CAD for the S4, I think im gonna try them out
About the ne-7m's.....they don't work on some Zen DAP models. So be careful if you ever have a desire to switch for some reason, which I doubt you will.
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post #11 of 25
10/22/09 at 1:13am
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Originally Posted by kmhaynes View Post
Take the NE-6 or NE-7M, double the bass, almost double the trebles, add some detail and you have the Klipsch S4 -- it is big and hot -- way too much for me.

The NuForce NE-6 is a great option for only $40. Great for the gym so that the next time they get broken, it's only $40 to replace.
I agree with this statement.....coming from the ne-7's, the S4's were a bit hot for my tastes starting out. But I've adjusted well enough that there is no reason to take them back.
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post #12 of 25
10/22/09 at 1:34am
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Did you guys order your pair online? Is there anywhere in Canada to go to buy them in person or no?
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post #13 of 25
10/22/09 at 1:41am
The S4 you can buy them at londondrugs for 100 CAD. NE-7m is pretty expensive in Canada, the im-590 is much cheaper, it has more detail but less bass impact. the NE-6 is not available in Canada, you will have to get them from the USA.
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post #14 of 25
10/22/09 at 11:25am
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I tried London Drugs and they don't have it, bummer. I emailed NuForce and they said I'd be better off buying the NE-6 off of eBay. Are there variants of the NE-6? I wouldn't know if it was real or fake lol...

NuForce® NE-6 Earphone works with iPhone/iPod, MP3 on eBay.ca (item 180414196762 end time 30-Oct-09 20:52:39 EDT)

Is the listing I'm considering.
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post #15 of 25
10/22/09 at 11:41am
Well, yeah, for gym use, I'd go the Klipsch S4 if I was you.
If it isn't for the gym, I'd recommend the JVC HP-FX500 from seyo-shop but they probably won't be the best for gym use due to it's non low-profile form factor.
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