Hi, I bought Etymotic MC5s back in 2011 which look like they're going to die soon. Sound-wise they're absolutely fine, but for well over a year now the cabling has been tearing up.   At first it split open near the jack, and stayed fairly small, but then I noticed small slits near where the...

Quote: I assume the superglue won't mess up anything inside the housing? Or will I have to be super careful? :S

They're not in warranty and I'm not in the US to call them. I just thought I'd try you guys first before emailing them to ask.

Hi. I own Etymotic MC5s, and I was using them as normal, took them out of my ear, and noticed that the left earphone had come apart. I checked the right one, and sure enough, that one had too. The wiring still seems intact (I think) as I can hear music coming out of the tips if I hit play -...

Quote: I don't have headphones (far too bulky to carry around in a suit jacket). I use Etymotic MC5 earphones instead. I can't see myself getting headphones in the near future, either.

Quote: 30GB was so bad I've now got a refund for it, so I'm stuck with the 60GB :) I don't see much point in getting another player for < £65 as the chances are it'll be smaller, but it'll have less memory and a worse UI. iPod it is. Now I've got to collect the case for it from the Post...

Quote: The 60gb is the one in better condition (it's practically brand new due to being kept in a pouch and controlled remotely), so from that I'm assuming I should just keep that one?

Quote: Chill out.. .the other thread was an accidental double-post. Seriously you need to calm down I've done nothing to provoke you

Quote: Chill out, I'm just not foolish enough to randomly do what others say without first questioning it :)

Quote: I'd only be saving about £20 over the iPod (which I bought for £65) though, so isn't it worth just keeping the iPod? My main question is whether there's something *better* than the iPod video for under £80? The Sansa players have a pretty shoddy UI imo.

Quote: You've never heard of Etymotic?! Wow, I thought it was properly respected here :S  

Quote: I've got Etymotic MC5's, good enough? They're a bit too transparent and neutral, so when I try out cheaper IEMs I appreciate the warmth, but I guess that's what the EQ is for?   Maybe I won't get a boost in sq, but won't I get something more future-proof or smaller in size? (The...

Quote: You suuuure? :) There aren't any other ~30GB (or lower with expandable memory via microsd or something) players for < £70-80?

Quote: Those are all well out of my price range - I only have about £70 to spend :S Any other suggestions?

Quote:   Quote: Sorry for quoting you, just wanted to get your attention as you seem like knowledgeable people :) I'm wondering if I should sell the iPod whilst it's still in great condition? I got a £10 case with it - how much do you reckon I could get for it, and is it worth...

Quote: So for the £65 I spent on the iPod (which I'm assuming I could get back if I sold it in the still-mint condition?) is there anything else worth getting instead? You mentioned the Sony Z, for example. I don't want to spend much, and I'd like about 30GB memory.

Quote:   Quote: Cheers for the advice. I think I might go to an Apple store / nick a Classic off a friend, and then compare them side by side to see. I can't see myself noticing a different tbh :) You don't think I should just sell the iPods and go for something more 'this...

You prefer the 7G sound sig? You've got the be the only person I've seen saying that! :) Tbh I don't even think I can tell the difference between my iPod with ALAC, compared to my laptop with 192kbps MP3s. I just like to think that it's better... stupid I know.

Quote: I am, it's just.. you know, we're in 2012, so I get the feeling there will probably be ultra slim, tiny amazing alternatives out there? Especially when you consider the 5G is about 7 years old - surely they've managed to top it by now?

So I bought me a 5G iPod, and due to weird circumstances with Amazon and eBay I'm now in possession of both a 30GB and 60GB.  Loving them both, but that's the issue - I can't decide whether to keep one, and if so, which one to keep.. :\ The 60 doesn't feel chunky, but the moment I pick up the...

So I bought me a 5G iPod, and due to weird circumstances with Amazon and eBay I'm now in possession of both a 30GB and 60GB.  Loving them both, but that's the issue - I can't decide whether to keep one, and if so, which one to keep.. :\ Obviously when the Video came out it was darn epic, but...

Quote: Your last posts have been in perfect English :) You really are very good :D How long/where have you been learning?

Quote: How do cheap generic protective films compare to more expensive ones? Is the clickwheel usability affected, and does they leave a mess when you take it off? I might go down to the local 'random phone unlocking shop' and pick up a few but I want to know if they're even worth...

Quote: Looks good, but 1) I'm in the UK, 2) it's too late now, I've already ordered the Belkin, 3) it doesn't cover the screen or clickwheel :O and 4) I fear dust will end up getting in there and me being too lazy to open up such a firmly closed case to clean it out :D

Quote:   Quote:   Quote:   I went for this http://www.flickr.com/photos/93388549@N00/sets/72157594487346675/ by the way. £5.50 from eBay (hoping it's a legit model and not some fake one :) ). Do you think I should get a sticker cover (invisible shield or something) as well...