in-ear recommendation for about $100: klipsch s4i vs ety mc3? | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org

mjm0 · Sep 7, 2010 at 2:16 PM

Hi -- lurker, new to posting here, and thanks in advance for any advice for a relative newbie.

I recently lost my klipsch s4i's, which had been a gift, and am looking for a new set of iem's.

My music taste tends towards the bass-y (electronic, hip hop). General priorities, otherwise: Sound isolation is important (subways and airplanes...). Integrated mic, iphone compatible. Not terrible if used at the gym. Durability (wont break the first time loose in pockets/briefcase/etc).

Thanks for any advice!,

Matt

kmhaynes · Sep 7, 2010 at 4:08 PM

If you liked the bassier signature of the S4, you won't be satisfied with the MC5. I've had the S4, and currently own the MC5. The MC5 is very balance across the spectrum, whereas the S4 is definitely very V shaped with big bass and hot treble (to my ear). If you are wanting to move up the IEM ladder, a similar sound to the S4 would probably be the Monster Turbines or the Panasonic HJE900, both with beefy bass, according to reports here.

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