If you haven't already done so, check out ljokerl's awesome IEM comparison:   http://www.head-fi.org/t/478568/multi-iem-review-267-iems-compared-fitear-to-go-334-added-12-16-12   IEMs that come to mind: Audio Technica CK10/CK100, Hifiman RE-2X2, Phonak PFE Series, Fischer Audio DBA-02...

If you want to go even higher end then the JH-3A, there is always the upcoming Unique Melody Platform Pure.

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I'm looking to purchase a pair of the Audio Technica ATH-CK10 sometime in the near future. The only place with a reasonable price is a place I've never shopped before. Has anyone else used either of these sites before? They look identical:  ...

Quote:   When the JH-3A everyone was just impressed that this thing was going to exist. Now that Unique Melody is producing more in a smaller box, we expect a DAP throw in as well? 

So correct me if I'm wrong, this is going to have both analog and digital inputs. The digital inputs are a given considering its a DAC, but I just want to check on analog (Line In) ports. If it has them awesome; otherwise it seems a little bulky for normal (trans)portable use. That the housing...

Though you still won't get the full Etymotic isolation, the Brainwavz with triple flanges or foam should still isolate reasonably well. 

What's your budget? As always, ljokerl's thread is something you probably want to check out:   http://www.head-fi.org/t/478568/multi-iem-review-242-iems-compared-vsonic-gr99-gr02-bass-edition-added-06-11-12   Etymotic is definitely a good brand to consider. You may also want to check out...

What's your budget? The best portable amps I've tried are the LISA III (barely qualifies as portable) and the Meier Stepdance. Both are extremely good amplifiers and worked great at least with my SM3. If you need something slightly smaller, the Headstage Arrow sounded great to my ears. 

Quote:   I think your last point was a natural result of Head-Fi's increase in popularity. A couple years back, there wasn't nearly this many people on Head-Fi, nor did so many people look at Head-Fi.

Out the ones you listed, I liked the Sparrow the best. The D4 was better than the RSA Predator (if you want a battery operated thing). You may want to look into the iBasso D6. Another device you may want to look into is the Audinst HUD-MX1.   Keep in mind, some devices can be USB Powered...

Pretty much any full size headphone case should be able to hold that stuff. I really liked the case below, when I tried it out. You may want to try it out, especially with its 30 day money back guarantee.   http://www.headphone.com/accessories/headcase-bag-w-shoulder-strap.php

As with anyone looking to IEMs, you should check out this thread:   http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/478568/multi-iem-review-142-iems-compared-phiaton-ps-20-pioneer-se-clx60-added-02-11#post_6492044   I would really look into the Panasonic HJE-900, the Westone 1, Audeo Phonak PFE...

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