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The Westone seems to have not enough bass, and the SE215 seems to have too much; yet these two are constantly recommended as the most isolating IEMs for this price range. I'd like something neutral with a hint of warmth and good clarity that isolates well; I may just go with the SE215, but I'm afraid guitars won't shine like I want them to.
Unfortunately, it really seems like none of these would make the cut. I don't understand why the SE215, Westone W10/UM Pro 10s are so highly rated, but I guess it might be to do with branding. Don't get me wrong, they are not bad earphones, there are just better ones you can get at the price. Truthfully, the only real decision you have to make is W10 vs Shure SE215. The W10 has clarity, and a sort of warm sound. However, it is a pair of softer earphones. The Shure SE215 is louder, but the bass....can be a problem. It's not always a problem, but on some tracks it will tend to overstep into the mids.
I suggest that you try them out before purchase.
PS: W10 is balanced armature, SE215 is dynamic, as you probably know.