Thank you all for the response. I have actually decided to get the Klipsch Image X10 after seeing how low-priced they are on Amazon. $130 for a well-regarded $350 list price set of IEMs is too good to pass up.

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Thank you dave. I've heard the 315, and I agree that it matches my taste. However the over-the-ear design is a complete dealbreaker for me. I just don't find the wire on my ear comfortable. I did look into the E12 but it is quite a bit more expensive, and I've read that the E11 can power up to...

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In general, when you say that there are many better models, you give some names. However, sound is subjective, and everybody is entitled to their own opinion. I liked the M50s, therefore I recommended them. Also I only recommended the Grados and the Koss because msw mentioned the SR60s in his...

The Grado SR60 and SR80 are both great. Koss PortaPro has excellent reviews, but their impedance is a bit high and I have yet to hear one. The Senns and the Shures you mentioned are all excellent, but the 280s have a comparatively high impedance. I recommend going just a bit over budget and...

I am thinking of buying a GR8, but I listen to my music out of my laptop and my IPhone 5. I doubt they will be powerful enough to get through 120 ohms of impedance. I am looking at getting a Fiio E11 to go with the GR8. Are there any other recommendations for a portable amp? Also, feel free to...