Actually, the Aurvana 3's were the first multi-driver IEM I really had a good chance to listen to. I don't profess to be an audiophile by any standard, and own cans like the SR60i, Aurvana Live, and earphones such as the Audeo PFE022 (green filter), and Ety HF5 so I am very familair with this...

Here it is reviewed against the beats solo http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/561838/headphones-com-reviews-soul-by-ludacris   Quote:  

Review by DavidMahler here: http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/561838/headphones-com-reviews-soul-by-ludacris  

I found a review comparing them against some Beats Solo HDs.   http://blog.headphones.com/headphone-reviews/soul-by-ludacris-sl150-headphone-review/   a helpful when relating them to a comparable pair; but I don't think anyone would consider either 'audiophile' cans

I'm familair with both the SRH940 & the HD-25..... both are fantastic as I'm sure you've read on here. The HD25's are definitely more portable than the srh940. On the HD25SP II, I know the earpads rotate so they can lay flat while hanging aroudn your neck. That;s a pro for me, that the SRH940s...

thanks! From the list,  I'm leaning towards the Ultrasone's... not sure which one yet 2900 or 900.   Would you recommend some of the less expensive ones from the Ultrasone Pro line? I wouldn't mind splitting up my budget and getting a new pair of earphones ;)      

Quote:     Well, for one I dont think they are being marketed as audiophile headphones. These are a 'lifestyle' type of brand, for people interested in teh 'in da club' feeling on their head. I don't think anyone is trying to compare these to a pair of DT 990s, sr225 or anything else...

  Quote:   Awesome! Just found a way to make my 32ohm DT 990s more portable! These are my new favs for un-amplified but the long cord has been a killer.   Any suggestions out there for a comprable set that has a standard detachable 3.5 mm? (don't want prioriatary cables) We all...

They are all on Headphones.com.. use the head-fi 10% off if your gonna buy.. it still worked for me as of yesterday http://www.headphones.com/?a=headfi10p    

Quote: Are you using the Q-Home-Fx, or one of their USB models? The Q-Home-FX is pretty cool.. true 5.1 surround via optical input  

I just listened picked up a pair of these.. (regular black color). at first I thought the highs were real hot and the bass was lacking. Not sure how much an hour of burn in could have changed that, but my tune today is definitely shifting positively.   needed a good portable set, to work...

nice review.. sound like they are worth checking out

Awesome stuff Jude! Really looking forward to these!

I'll be keeping my eyes peeled for these!

You are definitely right, they are heavily counterfeited... If you can identify your received pair as counterfeit and paid via paypal, you will definitely get all of your money back. a firend of mine bought a bunch of 'bose' headphones online and paid via paypal.. reported as fakes one received...

 ok, I am going to be 'that' guy and suggest the beats by dre. If you can take on-ear instead of over-ear, you can nab the SOLO's for close to your price range on ebay. All of the beats I've listened to definitely have some powerful bass... my pair of the Studios is one of my favorite HPS...

  Quote:   I got fitted for my custom tips 2 weeks ago.... $100 bucks for fitting and tips is a sweet deal. Goign to use htem with my hf5's too; expecting to be my new default IEMs   go for it! ;)

are you listening to live jam band music or mostly studio tracks? Im using some etyomitc hf5's in-ears and my office workers & I both couldnt be happier ;)

If it's just the fit thats bothering you with your hf3s, check out the etymotic custom fit.. for $100 an audiologist will fit you and you'll get the silicone tip. http://www.etymotic.com/customfit/index.html

I just saw these guys at the CES show in Vegas.... checked out a couple of pairs of earphones and they are great!

1/4" or 3.5mm... no usb? If for PC, there are lots of USB gaming headsets that will let you take better advantage of your PC sound than just a 3.5mm. If you are open to that, I would recommend some of the Tritton headsets; they are real popular with gamers. I have tried a pair of the ax720...

for 5.1 via my laptop, I use a pair of LTB Magnums... about $60 here : http://www.alltecstores.com/Headphones/LTB-Audio-Systems-True-51-USB-Headset-with-microphone-MG51-USB-38826.html   sound isn't anything like my stereo rig, but for my computer audio is well balanced and clear. I mostly...

fantastic review Jude, I  am really interested in one of these now... Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by germanturkey haha, so many responses. thanks for the info. well, the waiting begins. hopefully they'll be here by friday. free ground shipping from NJ to Buffalo. so its not that horrible. here's hoping stereoheadphonestore doesn't screw this up...