Recent content by Nicholas B
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Beyond a certain price point, why would someone not get customs?
Dear David: You answered my question clearly and accurately. But I was less than clear with my question. I was more interested in the qualitative differences between the various options. Why would one be preferred over the other? CIEMs strike me as usually being more expensive that...- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Beyond a certain price point, why would someone not get customs?
I do not mean to hijack this thread, but I have a related question. Is there a difference between "custom" IEMs and getting custom tips for universal IEMs? Or getting universals re-shelled, for that matter? And if so, what is the difference? Thank you. Nick- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Thinking of getting custom molds for Universal IEMs
I guess I bit the bullet... Just got back from the audiologist. He took impressions that he will send out to have proper ear molds made. Total cost was $150, and includes a good warranty. They should be back in about 10 days. Then it's back to have them fitted and adjusted, if...- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Thinking of getting custom molds for Universal IEMs
I just checked their website, and their new price for re-molds is $150. So quite a bit up from $90. And on par with the Westone MU56. I guess one pays a premium when you want to run with the big dogs. I am waiting for a call back with a price from my friendly neighborhood audiologist...- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Thinking of getting custom molds for Universal IEMs
Thanks Kyle. That sounds a lot more reasonable.- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Thinking of getting custom molds for Universal IEMs
Hi David: The other downside is the $160 price tag. Yikes! I am hoping for something more reasonable by having ear molds done in my town. I'll post my experience. Thanks for responding. Nick- Nicholas B
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Thinking of getting custom molds for Universal IEMs
Thanks Korki. I am off to see my friendly neighborhood audiologist this morning. There seems to be no real downside. Nick- Nicholas B
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Should I get an eternal DAC/amp for my 5th gen iPod?
Gentlemen: Your responses are why this forum is the gold standard. The relentless pursuit of perfection and the love of technology is what we seem to have in common. But I will leave well enough alone. Thank you all very much for your time and opinions. Nick- Nicholas B
- Post #13
- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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IEM for riding
HI 88: I almost included in my response to Fonzie "and get ready for flack for riding with music," because such comments inevitably follow. I cannot recall a single thread I have seen dealing with music while riding that did not have this issue raised. Just yesterday, a forum member...- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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IEM for riding
Hi Fonzi: I assume you are talking about riding a motorcycle and using IEMs with a helmet. One thing that I have noticed is that lows take a beating. It must be the wind noise, because when I'm stationary, the lows are fine. Then they promptly disappear while moving at anything above...- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Thinking of getting custom molds for Universal IEMs
Hello All: I just got a pair of Westone pro 30s, and have been considering getting custom molds done. There is friendly audiologist around the corner from where I work who has offered to make impressions for a very reasonable price. Is there any conventional wisdom regarding doing...- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Should I get an eternal DAC/amp for my 5th gen iPod?
I am sorry I disturbed you so deeply. I have been riding with music for many years and find that I am still able to hear what I need to hear above the music. Perhaps this is because I am cautious and do not crank it. As you have no doubt experienced, wind noise is very loud without hearing...- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Should I get an eternal DAC/amp for my 5th gen iPod?
Thank you, NA. Would adding Rockbox (which I believe to be in this same price range) be advised for better sound quality? Or is it likewise not much bang for the buck? Nick- Nicholas B
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations