Picked up a set of IE 800s off eBay and compared to my legit copy, I found the following differences:
Oddly enough, the IEM itself is of very good visual quality. Seems to be the same materials, cable, etc.
My question for those that have verified genuine IE 800s: Is your serial number engraved on the plate or just printed on?
From looking around it seems this is the fastest way to tell the difference from pics. Most of the case issues are hard to see unless in person.
- IEM
- Poor sound quality
- Cord length is off (too short). Causes it to not cleanly wrap up in the case because it's not long enough to reach the hole for the headphone side!
- Case
- Poor stiching
- Not as dense foam
- Dirty cuts on the foam
- Cheaper quality leather
- Weak magnetic clasp
- When closed, it a little loose looking (not a clean close like a book)
- Serial number is not engraved on the plaque
Oddly enough, the IEM itself is of very good visual quality. Seems to be the same materials, cable, etc.
My question for those that have verified genuine IE 800s: Is your serial number engraved on the plate or just printed on?
From looking around it seems this is the fastest way to tell the difference from pics. Most of the case issues are hard to see unless in person.