Quote: Originally Posted by MonnieRock Hello Everyone, You think most people that have issues with the Sennheiser IE8's being too "bassy" and lack of treble have counterfeits/fakes? Mine do not have this issue. Thank you, Monnie I don't think the "bassy" issue is down...

I'd go for the upgrade to IE8s. I've got ACS sleeves, and they're comfortable and provide a bit more isolation (still not enough IMHO), but if you get some ACS sleeves for the IE6 I'll guarantee you'll still get upgraditis and end up buying the IE8s at a later stage (making your £90 IE6...

Quote: Originally Posted by bik2101 i haven't heard the westone um2 or w2 but in terms of comfort i think that westone excels among iem's IMO Agreed! Westones are the most comfortable IEMs I've ever owned, and by some margin. They're proper In Ear Monitors, rather than canal...

They take a little bit longer to slip into place than universal tips, but it get's quikcer and easier with practice and it's not uncomfortable. Once they're in the right spot they stay put and you forget they're even there. You don't need to send your earphones in. They only need you to send...

Quote: Originally Posted by ZARIM IE7 is better for comfort and shows rich details with great bass extention. I'd say the exact opposite. I don't think that Sennheiser do ergonomics and comfort any where near as well as Westone. The UM2 (along with the UM3x which shares the same...

Quote: Originally Posted by Bmei hey, would the IE8 cables be damaged if u don't use the ear hooks? because the wires are bending at the top without em. I don't use the hooks because they are not comfortable :/ I think using the IE8s without the earhooks is fine. The cables are...

I've got a pair of ACS custom sleeves for my UM3x and I'm currently in the process of getting another pair made for some IE8s. The new pair are proving a little bit problematic, and they're currently back with ACS for their 3rd refit, but thankfully ACS customer service is very good and I'm sure...

Quote: Originally Posted by Lil' Knight I don't THINK I like the WAY the OP posted. Yeah, he's BEGINNING to come ACROSS as a bit of a RAVING lunatic!

Quote: Originally Posted by ackers07 Out of interest does anyone else find the ear-hooks to be incredibly annoying to wear? They were for me, especially with my hair covering my ears. Do you just avoid the hooks and wear the IE8s 'up' as if the hooks were there but they're not (if you...

Quote: Originally Posted by Lunatique Ok, so which IEM's that are of the similar price as the W3 would be the closest to what I'm after? I'd like to trade my W3 for one--someone who prefers the "fun" sound of W3 over a more neutral sound. Westone UM3x

Quote: Originally Posted by metabaron I didn't know they did custom tips for the IE8. But I see that is a company located in England. Does anyone know if they would ship to the USA? Or a company that produces them here? In think ACS do ship to the US. There's a whole thread about...

To be honest you don't really notice the sleeves that much when they're in your ears. The only bit that is really visible is the bit at the bottom just above your earlobes. I think the black versions maybe look a little bit more discreet in the ear as they don't catch the light as much as the...

Quote: Originally Posted by metabaron Who did you get them from? Who's your question aimed towards, me or the original poster? I got both sets of my custom sleeves made by ACS.

Black looks cool .. that's what I went for twice ... UM3x and IE8

As already stated, it depends on your current setup. I personally think that you get more bang-for-buck when upgrading your source or earphones but, if you've already got a good source and earphones, a decent amp can give you a that little bit extra. I've got an amp but I only use it at...

I'd go for the IE8's but maybe get ACS to make some custom sleeves for them for an extra £90. The IE8 sound pretty good, but don't isolate very well and getting a good fit can be tricky for some. Give the IE8s a try and if you can't get a good seal go for the custom tips. Advanced...

They look like they should be really easy to wear but getting them into the right position is actually a pain in the backside and noise isolation is no where near 26 dB as claimed. I also have doubts that the treble goes up to 20,000 Hz. I think the top end is a little bit weak as things like...

Quote: Originally Posted by mark2410 i would not define any import duty / customs charges as being VAT whether they financially result in the same. VAT is a tax on the sale of goods or services in the UK hmrc opting t start calling import duties "import VAT" doesnt legally make it...

Quote: Originally Posted by mark2410 yes and you did not in addition then pay VAT, did you? VAT is a tax on the sale of goods or services within the UK. you dont pay it on goods bought out side the country. royal mails rip off charges for doing their job are nothing to do with...

I think ACS will usually try and make tips that mould to your earphone, as long as your concha (shell like part of your ear) is large enough. I just bought a standard ACS custom voucher for £90 online, and when my impressions were sent off to ACS I asked the audiologist to include some...

Quote: Originally Posted by mark2410 customs charges would be in place of VAT, if you pay VAT on it then its already been taxed in the uk. as its not in the uk you would end up paying customs charges hence you should in no way be paying VAT. Quote: Originally Posted by...

Fair point. I've not moved into the world of customs yet but one of my main worries has always been the cost of international postage if sending them back and forth to get refits. I've also wondered what happens if customs intercept your gear on the way back into the country if you've already...

Quote: Originally Posted by mark2410 VAT and customs duty? erm i dont think so. sounds like an utter rip off to me given the jh13 are $1099 or at present £622 not £750 and you sure as hell dont pay VAT and any customs charges. id politely tell them thank you but no thank you...

Quote: Originally Posted by LJ50 Just waiting for feedback from ACS on whether custom sleeves would be interchangeable with the Westone 3 should I decide to upgrade int he near future. I don't think ACS custom tips will be interchangeable between the UM2 and the Westone 3 as they...

I VERY much doubt that they are an authorised dealer* though that's not to say that they don't sell genuine goods. The website falls well short of recognised ecommerce legal requirements such as displaying a company address, registration number, telephone number and an email address. If you...