I'm currently thinking of getting the Alclair Reference CIEM, but I was just wondering if there were any customs in this price range (ie. ≤$400) that are more neutral/have more reference quality without any loss in detail or clarity.   Thanks

I'm currently in need of a new amp.  I will be using it with the Etymotic er-4s.  My source will be a Cowon D3.  I just need to know what would be considered the most neutral and transparent portable amp for it.  I've seen people suggest both the JDS Labs Objective2 and the Pico portable amp. ...

I would like to know what the best portable amp for the er-4s is.  I love ety phones for their accuracy and detail, so I would like an amp that is equally good in that respect.  I don't want an amp that colors the phones without any other settings active, just one that allows them to play well...

I'm getting a Cowon X7, but I have some questions about it.  I'm not really worried about sound quality, as it's a Cowon.  I have some other miscellaneous questions about it, though. The main things that I want to know are:   How bad is the video resolution up close? I know that it's pretty...

I started using the foams that came with the Etymotic hf3 set because the triple flange silicone tips were hurting my ears.  I find these to also be slightly painful and scratchy, but what bothers me the most is the tickle I get in my ear canal when using them.  I recently went back to the...

I'm currently using an iPod touch 2g with Etymotic hf3 earphones (I know that's pathetic).  I'm thinking about the Archos 48 as a portable media center, mainly for music, since it can fit in my pocket.  I like it particularly for its file compatibility in the audio and video category; its high...

I need a pair of good foam ear-tips for the Etymotic hf3 phones.  The ones that I'm currently using are stock Etymotic foam tips, the ones that come with the earphones.  The main things that I'm looking for, in descending order of importance, are:   The lowest modification of sound...