ZMan2k2
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Sounds like a defective unit with a crack in the shell (probably along the joint of two sides of the shell); there shouldn't be any leakage. Contact their warranty department for replacement.
Sounds like a defective unit with a crack in the shell (probably along the joint of two sides of the shell); there shouldn't be any leakage. Contact their warranty department for replacement.
I'm now having problems with my 6 month old Westone W60. The cable connectors have been a bit loose and wobbly from day one, and sound from the right earphone has now started cutting in and out on a regular basis.
I had very similar issue with my UM Pro50 which had to be returned 3 times, but the last replacement does now seem to be sturdier and has given me no problems (so far).
I purchased the W60, hoping for the same or better sound quality, but with better build quality. Sadly, that hasn't been the case.
Westone IEMs ... sound great, but VERY disappointing build quality.
I hope they gonna release all UM line.
You mean a higher driver count UM Pro line model? I'm not sure if that makes sense since UM Pro is their stage performance line where they maxed out at 5 drivers. W-series is more consumer oriented with W60 being their Signature TOTL, that's the one worth continuing with more fine-tuning and additional drivers. Of course, it's just my opinion, and I have no idea what Westone have on their roadmap.
Westone W80 - their new Signature Series 8-driver flagship is just around the corner!!!
Since I was in a rush, the pictures were taking at work with my phone camera. Here is how they look with a cable and a close up of the cable:
Here is how it looks next to W60, the same size, actually a little slimmer:
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And a detailed first impression about the design, the cable, and the sound on my blog:
https://twister6.com/2016/09/30/first-look-at-westone-w80/
Contact Customer service and they will replace your cable if it broke after only 2 months.