It's not computer OS specific. The firmware is a file you place on the player and update via the player. -Pony

I've contacted some eBay sellers and asked them to check the version. Individuals have done it, but the big sellers didn't respond. -Pony

Quote: Originally Posted by bba1973 Does Doom work on a Rockboxed Fuze? Yes

Like TheBigCW, I purchased a refurbished Fuze from Tiger Direct and it is a V1 (version 1) for which RockBox works. The Fuze looks like new with 'REFURB' etched on the back. I highly recommend the player. -Pony

Received mine. It's a V1!!!!!! It came in a white box. It looks perfectly new. It has 'REFURB' etched on the back. -Pony

Buy from a well rated Amazon reseller Amazon. You will get protection via Amazon.

I bought one from Tiger Direct. It should be waiting for me when I get home tomorrow. I'm hoping it's a V1 (first gen) so it can be RockBoxed. I already have a V1, just looking to have a backup. -Pony

Quote: Originally Posted by eriktous I never really got the point of those sliders? What are they for, how would one use it? If you loop the cables over your ears and move the slider up, helps keep the earphones secure, especially if you are moving around. -Pony

Refurbished 2GB Fuze @ Woot for $22.99 + $5 shipping. -Pony

Amazon resellers

Klipsch S4s or RE0. -Pony

TF10s from an an Amazon reseller; and you still have $$ to get them made into customs. -Pony

I've had the UM1s and UM2s, not the W1s or W2s. The UM2s are a great pair of earphones, and if the W2s are anything like them, I would highly recommend them. -Pony

Quote: Originally Posted by noisecancelationheadphone 2 years reading forum and just started making a thread? that's sad. Some people only post when they have a valid question or something worthwhile to contribute; not when the want to show how much of an ass they are.

You may want to check out the UM3X if your are looking for something similar but less fun than the W3s.

I've only had the TF10s a couple of days, but, compared to my W3s, I find that the low bass is lighter/muddier and the mid bass less punchy. Also, the sound stage TF10 is good, but condensed compared to the W3s. These are the main differences I find. To me, they have a similar sound signature...

Also received my TF10s today. Right off they sounded great. Sometimes with new earphones, there is an adjustment period to get familiar with the sound. Not so here. Compared to my W3s, I find that the low bass is lighter and the mid bass less punchy. Also, the sound stage is good, but condensed...

Sansa Fuze or Clip+. Westone 2, 3, or UM3X Sennheiser IE8 RE0 is you want to save some $$

Shipped. Estimated delivery for Monday the 21st. I just hope they get here by Tuesday, before I leave town. -Pony

Check out the for sale forum here : Used W3s. Don't think you will get a better deal. You should be good for the remainder of the warranty. -Pony

Contact Westone. They re-cabled UM2s for me about 2 years ago for around $30. -Pony

No problems with W3s or RE0. -Pony

The RE0's are great for the current price, but I can only stand listening to them with crossfeed enabled (via RockBox). I used them extensively for a couple of weeks while my W3s were out for replacement from Westone. It was great to get my W3s back. If you have the budget, you may want to...

Quote: Originally Posted by yunaforever009 My recommendation is spend quite a bit on the headphone. That is the most direct source of improvement for you. You can work on things like an amp later, but getting a good pair of IEMs will dramatically help you. Agreed. You can always...

Quote: Originally Posted by Specialzed What would be a good inexpensive amp that would drive these headphones good enough for their full potential? I was thinking an Ibasso D2+ boa, can anyone speak for this amp with their HD25's? if not which portable amp do you use to drive them...