Right before the Head-Fi outage I was shopping online for a new pair of in-ears, and shortly after the site went down I started to consider buying the Vibes (Red Roxx). The reviews from around the internet seemed great, so I finally gave in and bought them for $85 new on eBay (I also order...

Comfort is a major selling point for me. That's what most people seem to praise the UM1/2 for. I dig the anti-microphics design. As for the sound, I've heard that's it's dull and "muddy". Is there any bass on these? Is the sound boring?

I'm getting sick of shopping for headphones I think this trio will suit me right. As of now I only own Apple buds, and Sennheiser MX400s (from eBay... I think they're knock offs). Earphone Solutions seem to be a respectable online retailer, and I'll be getting my UM1's from them. But...

If I'm going to get in-ears, I'd like a pair that I can lay down on my side without disturbance. Is this practical?

I was wondering if very many companies will let you send in your buds to be repaired if the cords snap. I've always had cheap headphones... so if the wire breaks, no big deal. But I'm in the market now for something that sounds good My main concern is the repair service for my unlucky trend...