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IEMs for stage use! [Recommendation thread]

post #1 of 10
1/13/12 at 3:25pm
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Hey audiophiles, I need a universal IEM for stage use. To make things simple, these are the criteria that I must absolutely satisfy:

 


Designed to be worn around the ear

Decent clarity

Above average isolation
 

Absolutely no microphonics

 

Can take abuse

 

Won't come out easily

 

Comfortable for long sessions

 

Long warranty period

Max budget $100 USD


I need to buy ten of these for each musician and for spares. So I'm working with a budget of $1000 USD for the purchasing of IEMs. The real problem is finding a universal that can fit well with everyone. I'm heavily considering the Shure SE-215 (clear version for less visibility). My problem is that I'm not worried about the tips, but the actual shell. Can the shell fit ears of all sizes, say from a kid with small ears to an adult with large ears.

I'd appreciate other suggestions. I was considering the Sony MDR-EX600, but it has mediocre isolation, fit issues, and is a bit over the budget.

I understand the Shure is "warm". Once bass, mids and highs are present with some clarity. It will be fine.


Edited by riffmaster - 1/13/12 at 3:28pm
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post #2 of 10
1/13/12 at 3:36pm

very difficult with that budget. Westone UM series should match your needs.

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post #3 of 10
1/13/12 at 4:27pm
The Westone 1, UM1, Creative Aurvana 3, HSA Crystal, JVC FX300 and Shure SE215 are recommended.
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post #4 of 10
1/13/12 at 4:38pm

You won't go wrong with the SE215. Shure has a reputation for great customer service. My only concern is your mention of younger talent - I would say you should have no fit issues with kids 10+.

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post #5 of 10
1/13/12 at 6:22pm

Unrealistic at that budget.  UM2 all the way.

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post #6 of 10
1/13/12 at 6:28pm

I wanted to recommend the Um2 too, loved it and very good for the money. But then again high end IEM expectation with such a small budget.
 

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Originally Posted by Spyro View Post

Unrealistic at that budget.  UM2 all the way.



 

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post #7 of 10
1/13/12 at 6:47pm

No spares, just one each and you could do um2

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post #8 of 10
1/13/12 at 7:45pm

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Originally Posted by Spyro View Post

Unrealistic at that budget.  UM2 all the way.

 

If he's asking for ten pairs, how is the SE215 unrealistic at $100/pr? Wouldn't the UM2 be far more unrealistic at $250+/pr? I think at his budget, dynamics will be able to take more abuse over dual-BA. Just my thoughts.

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post #9 of 10
1/14/12 at 1:12am

TBH I would find the combination of the memory wire and swivel connector of the shure annoying as hell for long periods.  Heard good things about the um series from westone as far as fit goes.  Don't worry about spares is my opinion, just buy from somewhere that has good warranty replacements (amazon, earphonesolutions.com etc etc)and do that route instead.  Actually westone comes with a 2 year warranty replacement as well.   Wonder if it might be worth the op emailing somewhere like earphonesolutions and seeing if a deal can be done for a bulk order?

 

Cheers.

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post #10 of 10
1/14/12 at 5:57am
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Originally Posted by patsyleung View Post

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If he's asking for ten pairs, how is the SE215 unrealistic at $100/pr? Wouldn't the UM2 be far more unrealistic at $250+/pr? I think at his budget, dynamics will be able to take more abuse over dual-BA. Just my thoughts.

Simply because a $100 IEM won't meet his criteria.  But you are right a $250 IEM won't meet his budget criteria either.  Silly me.  What was I thinking.

 

 

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