[Phearzmeh]

I'm just wondering how they compare. I'm new to the audio world. My main drivers are the x1s and the shure 1540s sound up my alley but I don't want to buy them if they're too similar.
Thanks for looking!

 

[mgh24]

Bump.
 
Wondering the same thing, in particular the bass.  I like how low the X-1 goes, it has good strong bass, but maybe a little artificial at times?
 
Would really like to see a comparison of the two.
 
I am going to ask on the 1540 review thread also, see if anyone there has tried both.
 
Thanks!

 

[OMGLadyGaga]

They sound pretty damn similar to me

 

[AnalogSavior]

http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/cool-comfy-and-competent-shure-srh1540
 
http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/big-bottom-and-lively-top-philips-fidelio-x1

 

[mgh24]

  http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/cool-comfy-and-competent-shure-srh1540
 
http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/big-bottom-and-lively-top-philips-fidelio-x1

I have read both of those, but not the same as a side-by-side comparison.  Some folks put the 1540 in the basshead class, while Tyll puts the X-1 there, but not the 1540, only that they are "a tad too bass heavy", so I am hoping some folks can help in comparing them.

 

[Delance26]

I have not compared the two, but I do own the Shure 1540.  I would not classify it as a basshead can, but it is bass present but well controlled.  It has been compared as being a HD650, but closed back.  As far as the compared to the X1 I would say they are very similar overall, but the X1 would have a little bit more of an airy feel do to the open back design.  I will say this though the 1540 does an excellent job at having an open feel, despite being closed.  I was very surprised by this.  I think ultimately what it should come down to what suites you best, an open or closed back headphone.  I hope this kinda helps, it is a shame I could not offer an exact comparison.

 

[Phearzmeh]

Thanks! I really do need to get my hands on one to try it out. I would have to say that I've discovered I'm more of a t50rp kinda guy so i don't know if i'll actually get a 1540 anytime in the future.