Hi,   I am thinking of getting this headphone. Has anybody tried CAL! (Creative Aurvana Live) not v2? I'm wondering which is better, because I'm a bit worried about Dolphin's build quality.

Quote: I have the X-IE and the R07. I've also heard the EX600 and the UM3x. All of these are quite good performers in the genre stated. The X-IE offers a fun sounding signature which is warm with laidback treble. The GR07 in all regards is an upgrade over the X-IE, better bass and treble...

Quote: Very well said. It's hard to compare BA to dynamic as both have different qualities to offer. What I like about BA iems is that they offer top notch detailing and that sparkly treble that can be fatiguing at times (I've only tried the DBA-02 MK2, GR01 and B1/DBA-02 MK1).    ...

Quote: I think you have misunderstood my reply. What I'm trying to say is that I do not approve the tight-wrap method as seen on the youtube link posted in the above quote on my previous reply. What I'm doing with my iems is similar on your way of keeping the cables neat. I wrap them...

Quote: Ditto. GR07's are quite good and performs well above its price range. Regarding the balanced armatures, in my experience they are more suited for analytical listening and it boasts great detailing of the music you listen to. Be wary though that if you're more into bass, you're...

Quote: Hmm. IMHO, I do not approve this way of wrapping the cable. I want to preserve the cable as much as possible in the long run so I ought to do something similar to this:     Quote:

If it came with a hard case don't hesitate to use 'em. My X-IE came with a hard case so I use that. However, my GR07 MK2 only has a pouch for storage - I use it when I store the IEM on my desk drawer but if I'm on the go I borrow the hard case of my X-IE and place my R07 there.   Westone...

Quote: Hmm, if it is for movies/youtube then vmoda m100 would be fine and is just around your budget if you go the amazon way. If sometime you want the same qualities you listed for music listening, I suggest checking out AKG K550. IMO, it fits all qualities on your list plus you get...

I suggest you rockbox it, it has a lot of features to add to your clip+ like what everyone already stated here. What I like the most is that it improves battery life.

Quote: Thanks a lot for answering. One more thing, does this offer deep insertion like the GR01? The barrel of GR01 is a lot thinner than this right so I'm wondering about isolation and also if you feel any discomfort in wearing this. Please do give impressions if you plan to do cable...

Quote: Too bad you didn't like it. One way to resolve the discomfort issues is to have it re-shelled via Unique Melody. Also you can sort out the sound by using different cables like djvkool suggested. Anyway, goodluck on your hunt to find another IEM.   Edit: Why don't you check out...

Quote: Interesting. My MK2 is on it's 120-150hr mark now. So far so good, I'll like it even better if it'll balance itself even more

Quote:   Quote: Thanks for these impressions. the barrel-shaped housing strongly reminds me of GR01. Are these in any way analytical sounding? Any hint of warmth in the signature? Good to know third party cables fit. Now I'm contemplating whether to get one.

Wow! So that's how it looks when disassembled. Please keep us posted regarding the cabling if any of you would give it a sure go. Let's see how significant the sound will change  

Thanks for the review! I am looking forward to purchase someday either the UM3XRC or the SM3v2. But upon reading this I think I'll have to reconsider my options and nab that RE262's if I'll like the performance.

I strongly agree with OP's sentiment.   Just recently got myself a KSC75 and also the parts express headband to mod with it. Great sound in a very cheap price of less than $20! Seriously?! Many people dub them as 'baby Grados' and at most, I like the Grado house sound which is quite similar...

Thanks for the review |joker|, you helped me understand my X-IE better Quote:   I have the X-IE and GR07 MK2. I do agree that it is a major upgrade - from the bass, the mids and the treble. From all those the GR07 presents better the music that I listen to than the IE. Though I have to...

First post. I have a loaner pair of these and I must say they are impressive midrange-wise for a single armature driver. Comparing it with my Xcape IE (sorry I do not have any BA iem to compare with) SQ-wise, my X-IE is more warmer though I'll give the heads up on the AM90 for more detail and...