Quote: Hi soundstige, I said unused, because I thought perhaps, the white wire was used in models with a microphone? Regardless, I'm using my Etymotic's right now. And, they sound fantastic.   Thanks for the eBay link. That is the exact same seller, item I purchased on the 1st of this...

Quote: Hi soundstige, thanks for replying. I did a bit of searching out side of this forum, and found my answer. Red is the RIGHT channel, Black is the LEFT channel, White is unused and simply needs to be trimmed back..   I have fitted the much more sturdier Neutrik 3.5mm jack. And...

Hi kmhaynes, Many thanks, a plug adapter is much better for me. Again thanks.   Anil  

Hi soundstige, I live in Italy, and Etymotic want $30 for shipping plus the $49 for the adapter, so that's $70. Which is basically, a mini head phone extension with an in-line resistor, right?   The adapter would be ideal for me, because I could leave it connected to my amp. Where have you...

Hi robm321, Thanks for your advice. I've only been a member 15 minutes and someone has answered my question. Impressive.   Thanks. Anil

Hi, I have a pair of ER4P's, and I was thinking of buying the adapters to convert them to ER4S's. My only concern is the increase in impedance will mean that my iPod will no longer be able to drive them to my normal levels. I have a decent portable head phone amp. But I only use it when I'm...