For running, I like the Sony MDR-W24V: Amazon.com: Sony MDR-W24V Vertical In-The-Ear Headphones: Electronics Cheap, comfortable, sounds decent for the price, and lets in enough outside sound to let you know if a car is going to run you over. Has an over-the-head band to prevent it from...

Ah that sucks. I suppose the big question is "Did you like the sound of the TF10s?" That factors into the value equation. I'm looking at getting a pair of TF10s myself, but after seeing them for $99 last year, I'm having a hard time bringing myself to pay nearly double for them.

Well that sure doesn't sound right- one of the main hallmarks of these phones is the comfort. I'll forget that I have my X10s in sometimes, and I've fallen asleep with them in without noticing. I use the largest single flanges. I'd suggest going through the included tips again, but you...

I've had the X10s a few days now, and while I can't compare them to the TF10s that I've never tried, I can compare them to the UHP 336 (super.fi 3's) that I do have: Pros: The X10 comfort is amazing. You really forget that you have them in after a while. I fell asleep with them in a few...

I've got a pair of Altec Lansing UHP336 (rebranded SF3s) and they're fantastic for the gym. The wrap-around wire keeps them in place, and they do a good job blocking out the enervating light rock that gyms tend to play. Sound quality is good, and at the price ($39) is fantastic. Now if you...

Thanks for the update- I ended up going with the X10s. My SF3s fit fine, but after an hour or so, they sometimes start to get a little sore, so I'm hesitant to get the TF10s. I've got fairly small ear canals so I'm optimistic that they'll be a much better fit.

The phrase "Polishing a turd" comes to mind. Audio, whether recording or reproducing it, is only as strong as its weakest link. But the Cowon shouldn't be your problem; there are a lot of people that are very happy with its sound even with higher-quality phones.

Klipsch's actual eBay store is selling a bunch of X10s (sans accessories) for $170 shipped. Comes with a 90-day warranty. EDIT- looks like it's not eligible for cashback

Klipsch X10 B-Stock direct from Klipsch eBay store: $170 shipped

Quote: Originally Posted by intoflatlines since the TF10 are so much more bulky than the SF5 Pro. Thanks for the heads up. They look incredibly similar (A B) but after staring long enough I can see how the TF10s fatten up near the tip. They'd probably still fit OK, but it looks...

Quote: Originally Posted by intoflatlines I personally love the memory wire. Me too- the SF3s have the same thing, I think, and while it was irritating at first, it seems to do a good job keeping them in place and reducing microphonics. I'm leaning towards the TF10s, since I...

From another thread, it looks like these two earphones are on sale at Amazon right now: Klipsch Image X5 for $149 Ultimate Ears TripleFi 10 for $159 Which of these would you fine audiophiles recommend? I currently have a set of Altec Lansing UHP336s, which are rebranded super.fi 3s. I'm...