Unfortunately my X Series seems to have developed a fault with the touch screen calibration. The screen is no longer aligning my touches correctly which makes it virtually impossible to navigate. Using the pin reset solves the problem for a short while then it goes wrong again Has anyone...

I think everyone experiences the same sound differently depending on the anatomy of their ears and also their own perceptions. My preference is for a "U" shaped EQ with good bass presence and treble clarity. I had my old Zen EQed like this and with the X I have just the treble side boosted. My...

What are people's perceptions of the X + IE8 synergies ? Because they both tend towards a warm presentation I found I needed to up the high frequencies on the EQ to keep things nice and sparkly. Overall though the X sounds great through the IE8s. I notice it most when the music gets "busy". I...

How much success have people had with podcasts ? I registered a bunch using drag and drop from iTunes and then downloaded episodes direct to the X over wifi. Some played and some didn't. The ones that didn't were all aac and it said the format was not supported. I don't use aac for music but I...

Quote: Originally Posted by Sceptre Anouk. I had mine redrilled and they are now magnificent (until my JH-13's arrive). Any chance of seeing a pic of what they look like now Sceptre ? I'm interested to see if it's an option for mine as I definitely feel they lose a little...

Quote: Originally Posted by Ihatepopupads I had like 3 headphone jacks go out on my zen micro Didn't know if was an issue with any of their other daps. It was a big issue for the Zen Xtra back in the day. They had loads of returns and the user forums were full of people...

Quote: Originally Posted by twuntenstein get yourself over to Dixons where it's £225.04 plus shipping. There's also a 4% discount code if you enter 4audio at checkout... Bargain. Thanks for the tip off twuntenstein. I just ordered for £220.99 including delivery . They have a...

Thanks for the update Sceptre. I was looking at mine and I can't imagine they could bore them out much before it started to affect the integrity of the casts. I have to be quite firm with them when inserting and removing and I wonder how thin the walls can get before you risked breaking them...

Quote: Originally Posted by Anouk Hello again, Well I just read through this whole thread. I would certainly consider getting my customns from acs because they are closest (finally something which I can get from europe) I am confused though, do they make canal or full molds? I would...

Quote: Originally Posted by Sceptre I completely agree. I am choosing to have the inner tube diameter increased to try and raise the treble transmission through the silicon. That's interesting. Are ACS making this modification for you ? In my instructions to them I asked for...

Quote: Originally Posted by steviebee My feeling is that to some major degree, IE8 rely on its less than hermetic seal w/ normal tips to have that wide open soundstage. Sealing w/ a custom tip would surely lessen the ss, if my 'theory' (lol) is correct. When I put slight pressure on the...

I finally collected my ACS sleeves yesterday. They are certainly very snug and there's absolutely no issues with fit, they're very comfortable once they're fully seated. Isolation is excellent and my train journey is far more enjoyable without all the external noise leaking in. I was a little...

Quote: Originally Posted by Mors I don't think the isolation is as high, to me, but that's because the foam tips expand in your ear, sort of stretching it a bit and getting a very tight seal. Whereas this custom mould will be just slightly smaller than your ear canal as to get in and...

Thanks for the review Mors. Mine are due any day so I'll post my impressions soon hopefully. Clearly the first listen will be heavily influenced by what tips you've come from. It's interesting what you say about fit, how does the isolation compare with the foam tips and/or the stock tips ? My...

Excellent - quick work. I'm hoping the X Series + IE8's is going the new killer combo. Now I'm off to John Lewis...

Well done - what a scoop !!! Can't wait to hear your thoughts on sound quality. Oh, and you need to update your sig now

I just spotted this on Cnet. Hopefully it's not a repost... Slacker and YouTube infiltrate the Sony X-Series Walkman | MP3 Insider - CNET Reviews

I've had a pair of UM2s for about 4 years now and I recently purchased the IE8s. My choice was driven from a need for better highs. I find the UM2s are great all-rounders but the top end can sound harsh and sibilant to my ears, making some music unpleasant to listen to. The IE8s gave the...

I spoke to ACS yesterday and they said that £88 is their suggested retail price and should include impressions but to check with the audologist as well. It seems like the retailer has the option to add some on top. I'm booked in at David Ormerod at Boots tomorrow so I'll report back on costs

The charging model used by ACS here in the UK is a fixed £88 all in. I guess a slice of this goes to the audologist but you just pay the fixed price. At least that's the assumption I have for my visit this Saturday !

Thanks guys. I think I'll have to take my chances. I can't get an appointment now anyhow. Hopefully they'll be good enough, I don't recall reading any posts of people being turned away by audologists

I have my impressions appointment booked with the audologist for Saturday. She's recommending I go to the doctor before hand to get my ears checked to ensure they're clear of wax. I have been cleaning them with ear buds over the past few days and there's no more sign of any wax. I wouldn't...

Ah, I understand you. I guess the options are there for me if I needed to tweak up the bass for my tastes then How do you rate the isolation compared with the rubber tips supplied ? These give me the best seal (which is still hit and miss) but the isolation isn't great, especially when on...

Quote: Originally Posted by Edward Ng My only issue so far is that I feel as though the sound is a wee bit bright for my tastes Hi Ed, When you say they're a little bright, do you mean in comparison with the other tips you've tried ? I would have expected the better seal to...

Wow I can't believe I've missed all this action since yesterday - the customs have landed ! The pictures are blocked by my work's internet police but I'll be sure to check them out tonight. It's great that you like them Otto, initial impressions certainly sound very positive. Hopfully...