A friend of mine has headphones that were unfortunately painted over.  Don't ask.  Can someone identify them from this picture?  The cord is about 5 feet in length and detachable.  One end terminates with a straight plug, the other a 90 degree bend.  They fold, and the text says "Press to...

Quote: I didn't think of that.  That sounds like an excellent idea - I'll do that.  Thank you.

After reading through Head-Fi, I ordered a Cmoy v2.02 - my first headphone amp.  I've seen some sort of putty that you guys are using to keep your DAP and amp together.  What is it and where can I find it?    I'm going to be using an iPhone 3GS --> Fiio L3 line out cable ---> JDS Labs Cmoy...

I ordered a pair of the Etymotic HF3s.  We'll see how they do.  They're not "beaters" by any means, but if they break in a year or two, it won't be a total tragedy and there's a warranty.  I'll save the money I didn't spend on the more expensive Shures for a headphone amp and a pair of full-size...

Quote:   Obviously, I do sweat while in the gym.  I cross-train (one weight lifting exercise into another) and use the treadmill.  Because of the noise, I don't want to get earbuds that won't isolate.  I was also hoping to get a pair that will double as upgraded travel headphones.  From...

I was planning on getting custom tips made by ACS for the Etymotics, but for the same money, I could get into a pair of Shure SE425s.  Can someone please help me understand the difference between what the Etys would sound like and the Shure SE425s?  I'm interested in the dual drivers for that...

Bump.    Some help would be greatly appreciated, guys.  I keep coming back to the Etymotic HF3.  Would these be a mistake for gym use with an un-amped iPhone?  How will they compare with the Shure E2c I'm used to?

Long time lurker, first time poster here.  I'm spending a lot of time in the gym these days and want to upgrade my IEMs.  I own Grado SR-80, Shure E2C, and UE Super.fi 3's.  I'm hoping to spend $200 or less, but I'll go higher if there's a compelling reason to do so.   They will be used with...