[TJguitar]

So these are pretty much the two i'm choosing between. Looking for a balanced sound ideally, good for all genres. What do you guys think? 

 

[Omnirai]

Both don't sound too far off from your need of a one size fits all IEM. Personally, the Shures are more comfortable but I prefer the e-Q5's sound.

 

[yello131]

+1 for e-Q5

 

[tomscy2000]

+2... good summary.
 
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Both don't sound too far off from your need of a one size fits all IEM. Personally, the Shures are more comfortable but I prefer the e-Q5's sound.

 

 

[ib1dance]

Plus with the eq-5's you get a nice tin can to keep them in 

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If you want deep harmonic bass reproduction in some of your "all genres" look else where ! if you don't then they sound fine .
 

 

[291079]

+3 for the e-q5.
 
sound-wise, much better than the se425 in my opinion.
comfort wise, i find the shures much more comfy.

 

[Mooses9]

 
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+3 for the e-q5.
 
sound-wise, much better than the se425 in my opinion.
comfort wise, i find the shures much more comfy.

x4 for the e-q5
 
i agree shure is more ergonomic but the sound is less than par.
 

 

[barid]

Have not heard the Shures, but I do love the eq5.  so I'll toss in a +1 for the eq5.

 

[takoyaki7]

owned the EQ-5, still own the SE425, 
 
 
In terms of SQ, the EQ-5 is generally more balanced and a safer overall choice. 
 
 The SE425 is very mid-centric, and has a love-it or hate-it signature. Excellent for classical, jazz, and vocals, but a bit
bass-shy and lacking for electronic/hip-hop and some rock. 
 
 
 HOWEVER, the EQ-5 have slightly annoying ergonomics (no cable cinch, awkward over-the-ear fit) and they also don't
include a case. 
 
  The SE425, by contrast, are much easier to fit.
 
 
For me, being on the go and on the subway/bus/train a lot, The EQ-5 were just too cumbersome, even if I like their overall signature. If I were just using them at home, I would definitely pick the EQ-5, but ergonomics are huge for me, and Shure (along with Westone) always seem to capture this best.

 

[shureThing]

x5 eq-5, my current favourite IEMs. Easiest for a fit, easy to drive, beautiful cable, lovely presentation, minimal sibilance, rounded bass, non-fatiguing.
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x4 for the e-q5
 
i agree shure is more ergonomic but the sound is less than par.

 
 

 

[psygeist]

x6 e-Q5. I'd buy another pair if the one I am using die.