I got the Earportz Trial pack with the XS, SM, M, and L sizes. I really wasn't expecting much but wow they are real comfortable. I was using the SM size for a while since they seemed to fit the best but I didn't think it sounded that good. Went to M size and WOW, these things blow me away. They...

Thanks for the tip, I did not know about the shure Olives.

Well this thread is reassuring. I was a bit skeptical since Amazon was selling them for $100. I guess I should not rely on price so much as a factor for earphone quality :) Can't wait to try them out.

So is it a good idea to buy some comply tips? I really liked using my E2C's foam tips. Only part of it I didn't like was that they got dirty and waxy real quick. I'm getting my HF5 today so I'm going to take a quick pre-burn run, then let them burn in for a while, and enjoy them in a few days...

Would the UE TripleFi 10 be a big upgrade? I'd like to upgrade to a better earphone than what I've had before (E2C and V-Moda Vibes). I'm looking at those since it's only $50 dollars more than the UE you mentioned. It would be cool to have another to compare with the HF5's during my trip. Any...

Some extra info on what I've had if it helps any:   I previously have owned Shure E2C which I felt did not have enough bass but had a lot of sound quality and stage presence which I liked. These were amazing when I was mostly listening to classic rock and the like though. The cord on the E2C...

Hi guys, I ordered the Etymotic HF5's on a whim for $100 shipped off amazon since I saw the lifehacker article and need quality In-ears ASAP for my trip on Tuesday. However, I am afraid that the bass may not be adequate as I keep hearing that it really lacks bass. I listen to a lot of...