Also, is there anyone here that is located in Canada and has been to an audiologist for ear impressions? Where did you go? Did the impressions cost money? How does it work? Do you just book an appointment and explain to the doctor (?) that you'd like impressions for an IEM?

Okay, so my next upgrades will likely be the custom tips and a new player.   I've been considering a Cowon product for some time. Can someone tell me how this compares to the iPod classic? I see that they've got a Cowon D3 Plenue expected sometime this year. Maybe I'll get that with a...

I intend on keeping the W4 for several years -basically until I wear them out. Eventually I might go the custom route, but not until then. I'll take your advice and not go the amp route. Maybe one day, but right now it doesn't seem worth while.   I'll look into the UM56 tips. I understand...

Hey guys, I'm a bit of a newbie when it comes to high end audio. My previous earphone was Westone UM2 and it crapped out on me a couple of months back. I decided to treat myself and spring for the Westone 4 for my 25th birthday in April. I love them and don't regret the purchase at all. I've...