I'd go for the S4. The cable isn't that bad.

I think the Sansa clip+ has excellent SQ for it's base price. it's a highly portable player which has an external microSD slot and the same audio card as the Fuze. However, having recently purchased a Touch 3g, I can't say it has better sound quality than the iPod. If you want something with...

Sony's clear bass function will definitely appeal to bassheads.

Same here in Montreal, the majority have either an iPod or iPhone and use ibuds. Can't blame them though. There's such a lack of selection sold in retail and the only advertising I can recall is from Apple. I have yet to see an ad promoting a DAP other than the iPod.

Actually, after listening to the iPod for a while now, it sounds a lot better to my ears compared to my initial experience. In comparison to my Walkman, it produces a more natural, straightforward sound, whereas the Sony sounds a bit colored imo (don't get me wrong, I still really like the...

Just came back from Bestbuy with the Nano. I'm very impressed with the overall feel and look of the nano 5g. Originally, I didn't want to base my choice on appearance or any other features besides music quality but it's just impossible to ignore the iPod's appeal. After using it a couple of...

Shure tips do fit but stick out a bit. You'll probably be happier with the included Klipsch tips.

serious about no custom EQ settings? That makes me laugh considering it's got a video camera and a whole array of non-audio related features. You mean to say that there's nothing to "boost" my music? (on my walkman, I'm only satisfied with having clear stereo, Dynamic Normalizer on, plus a V...

Thanks everyone. I'll take your tip Ojsinnerz and try them both out. Oh, and I didn't really mean the fashion thing in any way important. I'm just used to people (and specific websites) devaluing the iPod as just a fashion statement. Anyway, in terms of EQ, is there anything problematic about...

I'm really in a stuck situation here. I've been debating whether to get an S4 for some time now and, surprisingly, my gf must have thought I really wanted one - she got me a pair for my birthday today . Now, I appreciate her gift a lot and I'm truly happy, but she presented me with a set of...

If you're concerned about money, I'd recommend the current e series walkman (e340). From what I understand, it shares the same EQ/SQ as the S540 (not sure about the s740).

Quote: Originally Posted by GottaFeeling @stonyboys: I used to have JVC marshmallows, the only IEM I have ever bought in my life. They were pretty good but I was wondering if we can expect more isolation from an IEM. @Zarim: I had a quick look on the different reviews of these IEM...

Some reviews rave about how the S4s have sound quality equal to IEMs three times it's price while the se115 is not even worth it's price. Based on that alone, I would think the S4 offered a big jump in quality from the Shures. However, I actually own the se115 and I've heard the S4 from a...

Quote: Originally Posted by a_tumiwa at least sound quality is different and usually S is superior than E Is sound quality really different? The Sony rep told me there was no difference as they both used the same sound card.

Other than the design and noise cancelling (which only works with the junk earphones), I really don't understand why the s740 costs double the e345. It has the same Sound card, nearly identical features, and same 2.0 screen size. Anyone care to justify why I (or anyone) should purchase it over...

I guess you're right sebhuber. what a foolish question Quote: No company wants to be seen as a 'jack of all trades'. I was thinking of Sony as both a source and headphone brand, but I see your point. Specializing would be more marketable. Quote: Originally Posted by...

Just curious since they make everything else related to audio.

Just came back from the Sony store. After drooling over the S740 and X series for several minutes, I came to my senses after seeing the HIGH price tag. I decided on settling for the cheapest one, the e series walkman which was on sale for $79. After testing it out, I don't know why I even...

You have owned the S545 and prefer the SQ of the 2g nano? you serious? What's wrong with using the S545?

If I get an external SD card (in my case, for the Sansa Clip+), will reading from the card shorten the battery life? If it does, how significant is it? *on the side, any advantages of getting a Sandisk SD, or does the brand not matter?

I checked the Sony website and all I can see are the X, S, W, and E series Walkman. Does that mean I cannot get the A or the small B series anymore?

Thanks for the replies everyone, I bought the blue 4gb Clip+ today. My impressions so far - it's lightweight/convenient to carry and SQ is not bad at all, just different. Compared to the Walkman though, I'm not really "feeling" my music (don't know what it is though....). One thing I don't like...

Right now I am utterly pissed at Sony and their Sony"care". I payed an extra $40 for the extended plan and now the damn sony guys are charging me $100/hour for repairs on the plastic siding (first it was a little crack, and now it developed into the whole screen coming apart along with the...

Are you sure the deal hasn't ended already? I don't see it on their site...

"Shure SE115 are now also on the list, thanks 7swell. That said, are you 100% sure they have bass? Shure's aren't renowned for this." The se115's use a dynamic driver instead of balanced armature, that's why they have more bass. From my understanding, they are the only dynamic IEMs from Shure.