I'd like to hear more about these as well. I'm a big fan of Barton's sound and really enjoy both the M4U-4 and the HP50.

Oh, actually one more question.  I also have the Oppo PM-2.  I'm guessing the 2.5 mm version would work with this, right?  And I don't see anything indicating a 2.5 mm connector in the dropdown.  Which one would that be?

Okay.  Thanks for the reply!

Is there a version that works with the PSB M4U 4?  I have the Westone Bluetooth Cable which works with my SE846, but that doesn't fit with the M4U 4 so it's not a standard MMXC connector.

  Same here.  No problem with hiss.

Why would it not be that way to begin with?  Is there any reason we should not unlock full 1 Vrms output voltage?

Earphone Solutions sent out an email advertising a pre-order for the Westone bluetooth cable.  Going to their site, you see that Shure is supported:   "Compatible with Westone W10, W20, W30, W40, W50, W60, UM PRO 10, 20, 30, 50 and ALPHA Adventure. Also compatible with Shure SE215, SE315...

You might try the Etymotic ER4-S.  I think they usually sell for a little bit more than your limit, but with some searching, you might find a price that's close.  Or you could go for a used pair.

Sorry I missed this post.  We should definitely do this.

That'd be great.  I'm currently in Stone Mountain, but looking at moving to Decatur myself.  But I'd be willing to drive a bit if I had to.  Anywhere in the Atlanta metro area.

  I really enjoyed hearing your Ether.  One day, I'd like to give the Ether a good long listen with classical music.  It seemed like it would be particularly good for that purpose.  And I was a little stunned at how light and comfortable it was.  Good-looking, too, without being showy. ...

I'm really glad you brought such great gear!  I completely forgot to listen to the HD800, haha.  I think I wound up liking the HE1000 over the SR009.  But, like I was saying to you at the meet, I think the HE1000 presents its strengths more quickly than does the SR009.    When I listen to a...

  Haha!  I LOVE that place...even though they no longer make my favorite meal (the Volcano!).   And like others have said, it was great meeting you folks!  I look forward to the next one.   Thanks John and AVCOA!

I just saw this posted on innerfidelity. I'll be there too. I look forward to going to my first meet!   I can bring:   Headphones: Audeo PFE 132 and 232 Shure SE846 Sennheiser HD595 Beyerdynamic DT880 NAD Viso HP50 Oppo PM3 Audeze LCD-X (picking it up today from Sight + Sound...

      Thanks for both replies!  They really help to give me a better idea of what the Laylas sound like.

I imagine they trounce the SE846 up top.  How about the bass?  Do they slam and rumble down low as nicely as the Shures?  Or can they be made to with the bass adjustment?

Yeah, that's a good approach.  I'm really looking forward to more reliable reviews of the Ether.  It's not that there haven't been any.  But we all have our favorite pro reviewers and posters who we feel we can depend on.  More of those people will be giving detailed reviews in the...

Agreed.  Trying to make a review a piece of art isn't always advisable.  If you're really really good at it, go ahead.  But make sure you also say things more directly and clearly alongside the flourishes.   EDIT: Just wanted to note that I was not talking about the above-linked review in...

  It sounds like that mod fundamentally changed the SE846 sound signature.

Yes, thanks for the impressions.  Sounds like you're saying it's frequency response is kind of v-shaped, right?  After owning the DT880, I know I don't want something with recessed mids.

So I wonder if that "(NEGATIVE)" is supposed to work like adding "not" at the end of a statement in order to negate it or if he's saying they suck.

That's good to know.  I would be most interested in using them at home.  Generally, when I use the SE846 portably, I am exercising and not really listening quite as closely.  I mean, we all always want better and better sound under all circumstances, but it's not exactly a situation where we're...

Yeah, I don't expect it to fundamentally change the SE846's character.  I use a HiFi-M8 with the impedance set to 1 ohm, which, like you say, helps brighten the sound signature.  I love the bass and mids of the SE846.  And while the lack of treble means I tend to use other 'phones for close...

Very interesting, thanks!

What cable do you use with it?  And does it help it deliver more treble?