Assuming they were all the same price, and you could only own one pair, which do you think it would be?

This seems to be a very common problem and I'm sure Shure is aware of it. Unfortunately all you can do for now is keep sending in for replacements until you get a good pair or they fix the defect at a manufacturing level.

I think the biggest problem is the size (length) of the cable terminations at the IEM end.  If they weren't detachable and just had strain relief I don't think there would be as many complaints. The combination of the length of the terminations plus the unwieldiness of the cable makes for a...

None of the above - I'm certain. Thanks for the input

Have an opportunity to pick these up new for $100. Any good reason not to get them?   I have the SE530 and really like them, though I find that EQing the bass up a bit makes them more enjoyable to my ear for most of my music.

I have no experience with the E2's or 210's, but I own or have owned the E4's, E500's, and SE315's   The 315's seem very well built (the best build quality of the Shures I've owned) and have the same in-ear fit as the E4's and E500's. The E2's have a wider nozzle than the rest of the Shure...

Logitech store sells one. Believe it is the TF10 one mentioned above. Ultimate Ears Universal Accessories - Store - Ultimate Ears Earphones Headphones Personal Monitors

It works universally but it's really more suited for the E500's or a phone with a really short cable that relies on an extension because the microphone is at the female connection end, not on the PTH device itself. Stretched out the cord is about 3 feet end to end. The PTH device is bulky and...

Ugh finally pulled the trigger on them. $75, hope it's worth it.

If you add some resistance to the line it will kill the hiss, or at least tame it. I soldered a 40ohm resistor into a short cable to use with my SE530's, but there are variable resistors (aka level attenuators) such as this Amazon.com: Shure Level Attenuator Listening Level Controller...

Are your Shures new? I had a little trouble with my SE530's (and E500's) when they were new but once the cable stiffened up a bit I had no issues keeping them snug.

Quote: Originally Posted by SenorBeef First - do they make good quality adapters where you can plug a line with a remote into the ipod, and then plug any headphones with a 3.5" jack into it so you can use what you've already got? Not exactly quality (actually quite a risk it...

iLuv *edit* http://www.amazon.com/iLuv-iEA15BLK-...R3R0GXPP0A837Z I have one and I love it. The build quality is iffy but it's a good length (controls end up a few inches out of the pocket) and performs its functions with no problem. Vol up, vol down, single click pause, double...

I really like my NuForce NE6 for $40. They're a little on the bassy side, have nice strong cord that doesn't tangle easily, have a right-angle termination for the plug, and the company seems to have a good CS reputation. For under $75 I haven't heard anything better.

If the iaudio 7 is anything like the iaudio x5 it'll drive the re0's with no problem whatsoever.

The e4 and se530 nozzles are the same size. I believe that even though those second nozzles have a notch on them they'll work just fine. The shape is identical otherwise Edit* those new nozzles are for the scl-4 which are identical to the e4's except for the bump on the nozzle. They'll fit...

I really love these headphones. I use them with my iPhone 3G S and they sound great! If I had it my way, they'd have a little more bass and lower impedance but for the price I really can't complain. Very pleased. My SE530's and Walkman get very little use these days.

Quote: Originally Posted by qusp just be careful using such adapters in your pocket; the added weight and torque can damage the output jack. The SE530 can disconnect at the Y split. If you can handle the extra weight up there you can avoid the additional torque on the output jack.

comply t-400's stretched over the silver base portion of the nozzle (they come out in my ears if i just have them over the lip of the nozzle)

Not sure about a good line of case makers or a custom job but I've been using a Myntz (Altoids works too) case for mine. Not exactly pretty but it's better than a ziplock imo.

I wish I had some extra olives lying around that I would feel comfortable with de-coring. The only pair I have are sitting on my Shures and I would have to find something to use for them. I use the comply t-400 with my RE0's and the isolation and fit is very nice. It's a little awkward going...

SE530 Why: strong midrange, comfort, isolation, neutrality in the lower range. I borrowed the IE8 from a friend for extended listening and I own the SE530 (we swapped - new tips of course). He likes his bass deep and head-rattling, I like mine light and punchy. Naturally, I prefer the 530...

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The sign on the wall inside their customer service department at their worldwide headquarters in Niles, Illinois used to say something like, "All SE model earphones must be accompanied by a receipt from an authorized Shure dealer." They were going to refuse replacement for cracked cables on my...