Thanks all for the recommendations. Started reading up on the new Super.fi 5 thread... It is really hitting the right note, along with SA6. The question is whether replaceable cables would make up for the price difference; indecision is kicking in.

Please recommend IEM/canal phones suitable for my NYC commute. I have read throw many of the reviews here, but I am looking for more targeted suggestions for portable convenience. Requirements: 1) Isolation Dead-quiet; NYC subway-proof. I don't need to hear anything, when I don't want to...

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Please recommend IEM/canal phones suitable for my NYC commute. I have read throw many of the reviews here, but I am looking for more targeted suggestions for portable convenience. Requirements: 1) Isolation Dead-quiet; NYC subway-proof. I don't need to hear anything, when I don't want to...

Is it any good?

Best Deal - Sony Style: Sony Walkman NWZ-A818BLK 8GB Video MP3 Player $130 shipped

Quote: Originally Posted by zenaphile Sony A818 (black) now $158 at Walmart online! That's $20 less than I paid for it a month ago. $163.97 at Amazon; not bad, either.

Nice blue d-jays in the vid. Can we see other colors, too?

Is this turning into a vaporware?

Forgot to add T9 link... http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16855117024

Seem like good prices, but does anyone have good experiences with these recertified models from Newegg? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16855117019

Just noticed today... http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPL...cialdeals/ipod

Just so I noticed; d-JAYS is now listed @ HeadRoom. http://www.headphone.com/products/he...jays-black.php

With somewhat limited understanding of volume normalization: Isn't volume normalization usually a way to 'hint' adjustments in the tags for a compatible player/firmware to action them? If this is true, how is MP3Gain different from ReplayGain/Soundcheck? Furthermore, is there a way to...

Does Vibez support volume normalization? For the sake of Soundcheck/ReplayGain(Rockbox), I am leaning towards purchasing refurb last-gen iPod or iPod nano. But I am torn, as I have many WMA files, which I must convert if I take that route. And I do like Vibez's non-proprietary USB connector...

Isolation aside, what would be the expected listening experience on EP-630/CX300 compared to V6 and Eggo D22 or even MDR-EX71SL?

That's not good.. V6's seal is not bad... But it is not very comfortable for commute. Eggo that I used to have was more comfortable. Despite somewhat veiled sound, it was much for fun; somehow it seemed to project the sound much better than V6 does. With V6, I like the clarity, but it feels...

I am not a basshead. Would that be a problem, if I try to get a good seal???

mr56k: You appear to own Super.fi 3 as well. How does it compare to EP-630? thanks.

I decided to try out in-ear headphones; V6 is too bulky, uncomfortable, and warm, and doesn't give me sufficient isolation for the my subway commute. I am looking to spend <$100, and the phones in the above list appear to be the popular choices in this forum. And like the way I chose to go...

Refurbished...

I am surprised to see that this thread has grown since; thanks for all inputs and encouragements. While I continue to look around for prices, I just wanted to point out that refurbished V6's have just gotten listed at simplycheap for $49.95: http://www.simplycheap.com/sonymdrv6.html

Many thanks, Buster Sword. It sounds like I am in for some shopping.

I do listen to cello pieces quite a bit as well; I would be very interested in your opinions on this, if you don't mind. I realize that for my portable needs, V6 seems to be a sound investiment and strikes the note despite its shortcomings. In the mean time, your opinions as well as...

DJGeorgeT - "Tank" sounds like the word for me. Thanks for the input. Buster Sword - Classical guitar is no good? That is not very encouraging. Do you think amps will help in any of the negatives that you articulated? How is A900 (saw your review) from durability standpoint? Also...