Quote:   Easily to overlook since it changes without notice, thanks again man...

Quote:   I just checked the balance again on my Macbook when the earphones are plugged in and the balance was off.  I feel kind of stupid now.  The balance was correct when I initially checked it without the Etys plugged in.    The issue has been resolved.  Thanks again!

Quote:     I'm certain that it's not a sealing issue.  I'm fairly used to IEMs and get a very good seal on them.  I've also checked the balance on my Macbook just right now and found it perfectly balanced in the middle.  I've tried switching the earbuds to different side of my head and...

Quote:   Would it be a filter problem if the headphones have been used for about approximately 20 hrs over the span of week?

has anyone had this happen to their etys before?

Any sec opinions?

Quote:   Great I wasn't sure myself.  I initially thought maybe this was an Etymotic personality since I can hear instruments only playing on one side so I thought perhaps this was intentional with the vocals.  After awhile it just started bothering me since it just didn't sound right.

To be more specific the vocals is much louder with the right earbud compared to the left.  There is an overall volume difference between the left and right earbuds as well.   I'm wondering if this is a natural part of the sound personality of Etymotics or did I get a defective pair?

I just purchased a paid of Etymotic HF3.  After a few days of use I noticed that the left earbud is lower in volume to the right.  Is this normal or should I ask for an exchange?  Thanks.

Quote:   What size do the Klipsch gel tips come with it on already on the Klipsch IEMs?  Are they small or medium?

Quote: i meant classic rock.

So I got the Etymmotics for $130 to try them out.  I can return them if they arent to my liking.  Thanks everybody.

bump for advice?

Quote:   I found that the medium sized silicone oval tips Klipsch uses were the most comfortable ear buds.

Quote:   As much as I love the X10s I am really curious to hear Etymotic's sound signature.  I'm a little worried of the tradeoff in comfort but it might just be worth it.    What do you think if I use Klipsch's silicone tips on the Etymotics?  Would that help any?