I would encode them with the newest LAME and then V2. V2 is a variable setting, which means it uses more kbps for the more intensive parts and less kbps for the less intensive parts. It's always advice able to go for a variable bit rate and I dont think you will be able to hear the difference...

Do you guys send these IEM's as a gift to the Netherlands?

I tried to find them in the Netherlands, but failed to find a dealer, so I'm going to order them from the US too now, and I was wondering if I would still have waranty on them, and if I would have to send them back to the US too if they would ever break. I would also like to ask if there are...