I can't comment on the Sennheisers, but the AKG K81 is a solid headphone if you are looking for isolation and bass. My only issue is comfort; while some have had success stretching them over a box to decrease clamping force, they are still quite uncomfortable to me during long listening...

Additionally, consider SoundMAGIC's newest offering, the PL-50. It is a decent deal more expensive at $55, however, reviews have said the sound is significantly better than the PL-30. Head-Fiers are hoping that it will be available from one of the above sites soon.

Yes, if you search around people have had really great experiences with Nuforce customer service -- just open a ticket and let them know your situation. Additionally, you may want to invest in some different tips while you wait for your replacement pair to arrive; look around the official...

Quote: Originally Posted by ljokerl Funny that you ask. I ordered mine on May 11, and mp4nation still shows the order status as "processing". I have contacted them three times, and each time they told me that it will ship in 2 days. I guess "guaranteed in stock" doesn't mean what I...

Quote: Originally Posted by ljokerl I'm thinking of cooking up a shootout of all the budget on-ears I own, and I have a feeling some higher-priced phones will be very hurt by the flats. That'd be awesome, I see you have many budget-fi options and a comparison between all of...

What a shame, stopped by the local Biglots and the JVC Flats were no where to be seen; All I found were $3 earbuds and no-name headphones. Oh well...

Quote: Originally Posted by rhfactor1 Just a quick line to verify. These phones are available at most Biglots Stores. I picked up a pair of green color for my son for his birthday. I hope he enjoys them. The price was $10.00 plus tax. Thanks for confirming the price, I wanted to...

Quote: Originally Posted by jasonl Hey, we don't want any drama Headphones is just one of our product lines and we will take our time to plan out the entire range of products in this family. Nuforce UF-30 has been much improved over what we demonstrated at CES 2009 and I just got...

Quote: Originally Posted by ClieOS IMO NE-7M is better sounding overall, but not vastly. I appreciate your honesty in that statement. By the way, any update on the status of your Phonak Audeo PFE?

Quote: Originally Posted by Xan7hos Would like to hear a definite release date, as well if there's maybe an early adoption price From what I've read, the release date is still set to be late May. But with the month half over already, perhaps we will have the specific date...

Quote: Originally Posted by jant71 Funny, the 590's have a little tag on them that says for best performance to burn them in at moderately high volume for 8-10 hours. Also the M9's do not sound as good as the other pair(looser bass, less clear, treble less apparent). I'll check em...

Cool, how long do you plan on burning them in before impressions?

Quote: Originally Posted by average_joe I have not tried the E2c tips, but have tried 12 different tips on them and it is a close call between standard silicon and bi-flange (NuForce just sent me some), as the bass is slightly more controlled with the bi-flange, but easier insert with...

Quote: Originally Posted by thechungster I don't stare, I admire. Well put - but how do you react to something like ibuds or stock headphones?

Haha, brilliant stories. I don't think stare is the best word, but I definitely pay more attention to what headphones people are wearing since I've joined Head-Fi.

Yeah, the difference in performance is reflected in the price. However, both are great for the price.

Quote: Originally Posted by ClieOS NE-7M added Nice review; do you know when your Phonak Audeo PFE will arrive?

While Phonak is new to the iem scene, they have been making hearing aids for a long, long time. It has clearly helped them in their first effort, the PFE. Just take a look at the appreciation thread, it has nearly 1,300 posts!

These are looking nice -- is anyone gonna give them a try for $25?

Yes, the re-2 have been at that price for a little while now. At the sub $50 price point, you can also consider the Nuforce NE-7M if you need a mic; take a look at that thread for further info. As far as something better, there are some very nice options at $150: Phonak Audeo PFE and the...

As a NE-7 fan, I'll give this another bump. With the release date still set for this month, perhaps we will hear something soon.

As a resource to help users choose the right iem, I'd be sure to include a large section on the Phonak Audeo PFE and Monster Turbine because they are so frequently mentioned these days.

Sorry, I can't really make a recommendation because I haven't had too much experience with amps. Just wanted to let you know you posted in the wrong subforum, there is another one dedicated to portable amps. Also be sure to use the search function, amp pairings with the PFE seem to be a popular...

Quote: Originally Posted by oregon I've been thinking of getting these Nuforce Ne-7M, but really want multi-flange tips. So far I have been considering buying some outright (from either head direct, or ultimate ears on amazon), or buying soundmagic PL11 and using the tips that come with...

Quote: Originally Posted by dweaver I do wonder what they might be able to do if they set their sites on the $100-150 market with the goal of making a phone sound as good as the $300-450 market, like they did with the NE-7M taking on the $100-150 market. Yes, I think there are a...