Ah, thanks for the info and the tip! I guess I never thought Apple would greenlight specialized EQ apps because of that whole "duplication of functionality" thing. This is great news indeed. Thanks again!

I've been listening to iPhones and/or iPods in one version or another going back to the iPod 4G click-wheel. The built-in EQ has always been crap (as many on these boards can attest) because it caused clipping and distortion due to what I was told was an "additive" rather than subtractive model...

I picked up the Atrios (v1 it turns out) recently from the $99 OWC special and will be comparing them shortly to the CX550s (not the CX500) on order. So far I've been very impressed with the Atrios. These are my first IEMs with dynamic drivers, which I'm starting to think produce a more...

It looks like these are going to be my PK1 replacements (unless someone can steer me to something better/comparable). Anyone know where I can find these shipped to the US without costing a small fortune? I take it all the listings on eBay (usually from Hong Kong) are fakes?

I got them from HeadRoom last year. I guess I should have been more cautious with the amp, but you would think the recharging circuit would have some sort of built-in fuse to protect your gear. Maybe a faulty/mismatched DC adapter (it came with the amp)? I might just decide to go ampless for a...

My beloved work rig just went up in flames when I plugged in the DC adapter (which I've done many times before) while listening to some music. I heard a loud buzzing noise followed by a burning sensation in my ears as the buds quickly heated up. I hurried and unplugged everything and turned off...

Same problem with the cord going bad on my first pair (cracking of cord-earphone sleeve that led to shorting problems). But Shure replaced under warranty and second pair going strong (great workout IEMs). Have you tried the black olive foamies? I agree about the anemic bass, but I use MP3Gain...

I recently picked up the PK1s and had the same problem with the fit--just couldn't get them in far enough to get decent sound. If you're not afraid of looking somewhat like a dork, try this: wear them sideways and upside down. What I mean is turn them so that the drivers are facing forward and...

Quote: Originally Posted by Spyro When you say "clip" do you mean distort? I use ER4P's at 75% volume on "Hip Hip" setting and they don't distort one bit. It's clean. It probably depends on the source music you're listening to, but the Hip-Hop setting gives you about a +6dB...

Almost any EQ setting on the iPod will cause the signal to clip since there is no built-in preamp adjustment like there is in iTunes (damn it Apple, are you listening!). I have to lower the gain on all my files, which is a real pain. But in my opinion, unless you're listening to a perfectly...

Discussed ad nauseum already, but I still maintain there is definitely a noticeable difference between the two, even after going back to the store recently for another audition/comparison. 5.5G = smooth, warm, non-fatiguing. 6G = harsh, overly bright, grainy-sounding. Plenty of people dig the...

Thanks for the info. I only have experience with the old iBuds, so maybe I will give the PK1's a try. Any reason I should wait (i.e., a new and improved model from Yuin expected anytime soon)? Thanks again.

Can anyone who has both tell me which of these is smaller? If you have the exact diameter in millimeters even better. I'm thinking of getting the PK1's to replace my PX100's at work but I always had difficulty jamming those stock Apple iBuds in my ears (too big). Also, how do you think they will...

Can anyone who has these compare the diameter of the buds to the stock iPod earbuds? If you have an exact measurement in millimeters even better. I'm thinking of getting these to replace my 5.5G/XP/PX-100 work rig but I always had difficulty jamming those stock buds in my ears (too big). Also...

Quote: Originally Posted by blessingx When did Apple start supporting user customizable EQ settings on the iPods? I think there might be an issue with supporting a preamp gain stage like in iTunes. That's the one feature I long for, as it would alleviate me having to MP3Gain all...

Quote: Originally Posted by rwaudio I just got my 6g 80gig classic a couple days ago, and my first impressions were that it was a bit harsh (I listened to Sheryl Crow - Tuesday night music club) a recording I know fairly well and sometimes use when testing things I build. now after 10...

Just to give equal time here... I've been at a loss for some time now to understand why what I was hearing through direct, extended comparison of the two models was so different than what everyone else was hearing. I desperately wanted to like the 6G but just couldn't get past the shrill...

Quote: Originally Posted by druelle You're right, replaygain just adds a tag, but it's my understanding that the stock iPod firmware can't read replaygain info. With mp3gain it alters the container of the MP3 (or something like that). It doesn't normalize/transcode, but it is a...

Quote: Originally Posted by mrdeadfolx I have a 5g 30 gig, a 5.5 g 80 gig, and a classic 160 gig. So yes, I am able to compare the models, and no, I don't prefer the classic. I don't prefer any of the 3, they all sound the same to me..neutral. My songs still sound like my songs. The...

Quote: Originally Posted by mrdeadfolx There is no SQ issue with the classic imo. I just got one, skeptical as can be, and it sounds great. My hearing is great. If there were issues I'd catch them. There aren't any, end of story. Well, I guess that settles it then! It all...

Quote: Originally Posted by bigshot The goal of a source is to present the music flat... exactly to spec. If you want to add color to the sound, you do that with equalization or speakers/headphones. The iPod of all generations is remarkably flat. It's neither bassy nor trebley. The...

I ended up with a MisterX XP from the FS forum. It sounds great and from what I understand is very similar to the Mini^3. Thanks all for the recommendations!

Quote: Originally Posted by Skylab I've still got no complaints about the sound of the Classic's line output. Sounds fine to me. I have never listened to it's headphone out, and I probably never will. We have everything from people saying it sounds like ass (myself included) to...

Quote: Originally Posted by IPodPJ The Classic sounds much better than the standard 5g line out. Soundstage isn't congested at all like the 5g was. It's very wide and open. There are tons of reviews of the sound quality on the classic. Couldn't disagree more. The 5G sounds better...

In terms of overall SQ. Would like to stay as small as possible. Here are the ones I'm looking at: C&C Box+ iBasso T2 MiniBox-D (or MiniBox-E if vastly better than the others) Using with iPod 5.5G->LOD->E4c/PX100. Open to other suggestions. Thanks!