thanks for the reply.  I was getting ready to buy the X3II, but after doing more research, it seems that the X3 gen 3 might be released soon.   So my new plan is to get the Fiio A5 amp and use it with my smartphone and ipod nanos for the moment. or should i go with a different option?   A...

24bump/ Right biw I'm leaning towards the X1 II.  If it sound quality is good even without needing an amp, good for me Or should I just get the X3k instead?

The battery on my current Rockboxed Sandisk clip plus is dying, so I'm looking to upgrade. Currently, after adjusting the bass, trebel, and eq on my clip+, the sounds coming out of the Shure 425 sounds perfect to me without needing an amp.  With other pmps, either sound clarity or bass is...

Ok, I've narrowed it down to the Shure 425 and Westone UM PRO 20. Would getting a cheap amp like the Fiio E11 help?

Hi, my current set of shure 215 is starting to have cable problems so I'm looking to upgrade. I've narrowed it down to a few choices available from the local shops, with the shure 425 as my first choice.  The 215 is the most comfortable iem I've worn so I'm drawn to that design. Audio source...