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Better Deal - Klipsch S4i for $99 or Klipsch X5 for $119 ??

post #1 of 4
8/3/10 at 2:18pm
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Hi,

 I am thinking or buying a klipsch IEM headphone.  I listen to Bhangra/Bollywood music, that have lots of heavy drum beats. Here's an example....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlY-Ocn_0ko&feature=related just ignore the singers voice :-)

 

I want the the bass to be punchy (can feel the sharp hard bass) but not boomy. I currently have the Sennheiser HD 212 pro. They make this video sound boomy.

 

Should I invest in the X10i ($349) instead? Are there ever any deals for the x10i. I really like the iPod controls.

 

Thanks any advice is appreciated.


Edited by dkarir - 8/3/10 at 2:29pm
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post #2 of 4
8/3/10 at 3:19pm

Where are you finding the Klipsch X5 for $119?

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post #3 of 4
8/4/10 at 1:15pm
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amazon....an authorized dealer is selling it. I checked.

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post #4 of 4
8/7/10 at 5:36am

That is a good price for the X5, the most neutral headphone Klipsch has made, IMO, and which they have sadly discontinued without announcing a replacement.

 

That leaves a big hole in their line. If I could afford it, I would snap up a couple of the closeout X5s.

 

Do not make the mistake of thinking that the X5 is inferior to the X10 series. The X5 is designed for accuracy. It is well-balanced in the mids, highs and bass, where the X10 and X10i are designed for those who want extra emphasis in the bass. You will pay a lot more for that, but you may or may not want or need the extra emphasis.

 

Hope this helps.

 

 


 

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