Had exactly the same thing happen with my W60 (major bummer - just had them for a month. The left earpiece popped off somewhere. I contacted Westone support asking if I could buy a single earpiece. Answer was no. The best they could do was sell me a new set at 50% off. However, I would have had...

Got mine this morning - opted to go without the UM logo (preferable, actually). I haven't had time to do a proper listen but initial impression was that it's quite bassy but not in an unpleasant way. Fit is decent without being as nice as a Westone/Fitear. But, the carry case is amazing. A...

Ordered 3X 

Sorry, just noticed you ordered the w4r. They are still a great IEM and I've no doubt you'll enjoy them.

I've got all 3 and they are different. The 4r is probably the best all-rounder but the 3 has a distinct brassy warmth that the other 2 lack. It's more fun. Despite having all 3, I'd use the w3 more than the others, particularly for pop/rock/dance. Unless you're unhappy with the w3 sound and have...

Of the two, I'd go for the W4R.  Both for sound and a more comfortable fit.  I'd probably throw in the suggestion of the W3 if you like a warmer sound.  I have all three and tend to spend more time with the Westones.  ANd, there's just something a little more fun about the W3.

The  Hisoundaudio Golden Crystal is tiny and sounds good.  If you don't mind something jutting out of your ear, I'd recommend you look at the Klipsch X10i.  I find it really comfortable and easy to get a good seal.

Always come back to Donald Fagen's The Nightfly.  The instruments progressively dropping out at the end of "New Frontier" is a great test.

Good question.  My opinion changes depending on my mood but my current go-to list is:   1) Westone 4r 2) Heir 4A 3) Philips X1 4) Beyerdynamic T1 5) Ultrasone Signature Pro 6) Klipsch X10i 7) Fischer Audio SBA-03    

Quote: For anyone with a similar smoke smell problem, Aizura was absolutely correct.  Changing the pads got rid of the majority of the problem and I don't even notice it now.  And the RS1is were worth it.

They're House of Marley TTR Destiny noise cancelling phones.  They're nicely made and well presented with a pleasant sound.  Bass heavy, as you'd expect but ... pleasant.

I was dubious about fit myself and, first few times I tried the fit was pretty poor.  I almost sold them immediately - and I'm used to IEM and CIEM fitting.  However, I found the review by Sonny (http://www.head-fi.org/products/aurisonics-asg-1-generic-fit-iem/reviews) to be very helpful in...

I should be getting my 4.A soon (just got email with images to confirm build complete) so I'll let you know costs. Also, AmpCity/UM shouldn't result in tax charges since I assume they'll ship to you from London.

Thanks, folks.  Great suggestions.  I'll try replacing the pads first.  Then, I'll see if the Orange Oil does any good.  It's just a shame to see such sweet 'phones not being used.

Good people,   I'd appreciate any suggestions you may have for my little problem.  I bought an RS1i from eBay.  It looks great, sounds great but ... the owner was obviously a smoker.  The cans reek of cigarette smoke to the point where I find it really unpleasant to wear them.   I've...