I use my UM3X with the astro mixamp on things such as rockband and it sounds excellent. Also for positioning if you use the optical and turn on the dolby headphone that works for COD etc...

Our price: US$1,338.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  

And watch out for the reviews that were done when the SM3 just came out they had pretty bad FOTM going on. At first they were regarded as the best thing since sliced bread until people slowly started noticing things. (not that SM3 is bad at all or anything)   I prefer the UM3X (silicone...

Take a look at joker's IEM review thread there's LOTS of reviews there!   and also when you're talking about "top tier" IEMs it all comes down to splitting hairs and personal preference with cost meaning almost nothing.  I'd ay read some reviews and pick a IEM that you feel would fit your...

hmm interesting.. My ears are like the bottom ones so that explains a lot. I do go back and try earbuds once in a blue moon but it just always ends up reminding me why i use IEMs.   seems like it's pretty close but with more of the people having problems than not.   I also just saw...

Well, these aren't earbuds but some cheap in ears I'm considering for use when sleeping.   http://www.amazon.com/JVC-HAFX35AN-Marshmallow-Ear-Headphones/dp/B004I44CU8   http://www.amazon.com/MEElectronics-M6-CL-Sound-Isolating-Headphones-Players/dp/B0038W0K2U

Quote: I gave that some thought but it's about the same cost as a reshell :/

Yes, they'll be fine paired with a apple product. There's better sources out there but a lot of people use iPods etc... I can also very well relate to your irritation issue with earbuds. I can't even keep them in my ears if I tilt my head!   and what kind of sound signature are you looking...

So, my main reason that I tried IEM's in the first place was because I could not get earbuds to stay in my ears at all. It's pretty bad to the point if I tilt my head to the side they will fall out.   I made this poll to see what percentage of people they actually fit.   I'm talking...

Quote: maybe my TF10's need to go see UE fora while? but both sides do it and they've done it since new... hmmmmm???? i'm lost    

Quote: WOW!!! they actually made clear phones so you can't hide things in them?! what has this world come to???  

In that price range take a look at: Ultimate Ears TripleFi 10 retail is $399 but you can get them for $150 to 180 range from amazon ebay etc..   Sound Sig: boosted  bass and treble   Pros: Great value at the current price replaceble cable the "vi" model has a mic to use with your...

I sleep on my side with the UM3X and with the W1 and UM1 being smaller I think that would work for you.   Also I've been thinking about getting some CHEAP phones for sleeping though. No use risking damage to a high end set. Something like the JVC Marshmallows they sell at walmart etc?

Well at the $100 range you could try the Shure SE215 or the Monster Turbine (online stores are much cheaper than $150 at best buy etc...) You can also get a mic for the turbine. (control talk model) both of these models offer a good warranty should you break them.   however is the mic a...

I think Westone (maybe some other manufacturer) has a test track to test seal in your ears. also IEM's with a good seal I can chew gum and sound doesn't change etc...