Hi Guys Would any of you be able to tell me how the HiFi Plus compares to audio direct from a Mac book Pro, via headphone port with no additional DAC etc? I love the sound of the Mac and have to say it's much better than the phone. Thanks

My GR10 are currently being checked for a fault. In the mean time I've been stuck with some substandard in ears that pack a low end punch my Grado's were missing. Its made me really miss the W3 that I used to own. I'm seriously considering a swap back to them. I keep thinking about their depth...

I understand where you are coming from Spyro. Where would you sit the W4 with these two? Also, any idea if the DigiZoid Zo2 would give my GR10 a low end similar to the W3? I still would say overall, technically the Grados are better. They just have a more natural, if a little subtle, sound. I...

After the above post, I am considering getting a Zo. What bass definition does this give the GR10? Does it change the sound or just enhance it overall? I don't think there is another IEM out there that offers the overall clarity and natural sound reproduction. I'd just like that extra low end...

I'm actually listening direct from an 80gb iPod Video 5.5 model. It's drect from the headphone jack also. I've been considering the Beyer T5p Closed 'phones but that's another story. Amp wise, I was looking into Ray Samuels products but am unsure if I'd notice a difference for the money...

Well in terms of an IEM, the GR10's also very understated in the low-end dept. I would just expect a bigger set of.headphones to provide a.satisfying level of bass. I am by no means a basshead but do love a sense of depth and extension, with.natural decay on my low end.

Hey guys, I wonder if you could help. I'm not rich, and am looking for an incredible sounding headphone for on the go. At the moment I'm using Grado GR10 IEM's and have been using only in-ear for when I am out and about. I've never really been into Full Sized Headphones, but due to a fault...

Hey thanks for the response.   I'm a little unfunded at the moment. My budget would be £450 for an AMP / iPod.   My GR10's have a slight fault which doesn't affect sound quality, so I can send them back and trade them towards the T5p (mentioned in the Closed Back part).   I'll check...

FAO Rawster   Hey buddy   I read this thread a long, long time ago - every single page, so can't do it again but... Am I correct in thinking you sold your GR10 and got the Westone 4 instead?   I'm thinking of making the change but am scared to let go of them as I don't know if there...

  Hi Guys,   I know you are all bored and just begging to be given questions to answer so here's one for you...   It's that time of year where decide whether to 'updgrade' my headphones or just upgrade my listening experience.   The huge majority of my listening is done through my...

Hi Guys,   I know you are all bored and just begging to be given questions to answer so here's one for you...   It's that time of year where decide whether to 'updgrade' my headphones or just upgrade my listening experience.   The huge majority of my listening is done through my...

So, my GR10 arrived. Both packaging and even the actual IEM were slightly smaller than I'd imagined, don't know why I thought otherwise, but I guess after spending a year with the W3 I became used to the carrying the bulk of a triple driver earphone. I've included a photo, only phone quality but...

Just an update: - I ordered the... GR10's after being offered a 7 day cool off period which is great. I may not get the full benefit of burning them in but I will run them over night when not in use. Hopefully I will get an idea whether the highs are as I'd like and the bass will preferably be...

Thanks - I'm just reluctant on replacing my faulty W3's with the same IEM when I've got a great chance to trade them toward something new at the price I purchased them (£280). I have to wait up to 3 weeks for the W4, which I really do want but seriously can't wait for.   I was so tempted by...

Would any of you say that the UM3X would be a better option than the W3 in terms of detail with highs and strings, bass that isn't muddy and mids that are well balanced in the mix?

Thanks guys - I think the thing that is making me contemplate the GR10's after wanting the W4's for so long may possibly be my desperation to have a pair of good IEM's again! I've been without them for a week and it is killing me - I feel like I'm being starved of music, which on the go, I am...

Hi guys,   I've finally finished reading this entire thread and am now torn between which way to go for a new IEM!   I've owned the Westone 3 for just over a year and over-all have loved every minute of listening to them. They finally developed a fault last week, so I've returned them...

Sorry if this is a slight 'thread-jack' but I've been almost craving a pair of Westone ES5's, these in the UK are close to £999. I'd be using them straight from the HP out on my 80GB iPod Video. In terms of sound, would I be better off buying a new PMP, possibly a RWA iMod, W4's and a...

Nice review.   Have you ever heard the ES5's? I noticed you were comparing the unviersals top line custom fits which is good when trying to draw a comparison for those whose budget is out of reach of customs like the JH-16 but I'd love to know how you compare Westone's best with them?  ...

That's what I mean - I know she was wrong and also know that Nick is the man to talk to at HHA but it leaves you wondering when a member of staff at a company dealing is specialist audio doesn't know what the company supply!   I just want some feedback on what people think of HHA.  ...

Thanks. To be honest, the woman I spoke to could have just been a receptionist. I hope she was just that! HHA can do impressions and complete the order which is why they are the most appealing. I prefer visiting an actual dealer rather than online contact to begin with. Especially at that...

Woooooo... I've finally read all 63 pages after 3 days of on-off viewing :D   I have a few questions.   I'm based in London, so Hand Held Audio seem to be the quickest place to go if I want to buy these. They do impressions as well as supply the ES5.   However, when I called them the...

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What is going on in here? I take it they are all the same users? Yawn.

Very helpful. I feel like I'm playing Cluedo. It was The Audiophiliac, in the studio with a headphone Amp.