Quote: Originally Posted by mrarroyo Erwin Comp has them for $172.95 +$9.95 for S&H: http://www.erwincomputers.com/etreerer4min.html I got mine through J&R Music for $199.99 including free shipping (2 days). They're an authorized dealer, which may be important in order to get the...

Quote: Originally Posted by chronicblast21 Having heard only the um1s, I really couldn't make any comment about the shure e3. But all I can say about it is it can really match your liking if you want the transparency of the etymotics and the bass of the shures. The transparency of...

My ER4Ps are like a breath of fresh clean air compared to the veiled sound of my UM1s. I'm using the tri-flanges but I'd like to try other options. Do the Shure tips work with no modifications? What other tips will fit?

I found the UM1s to be a little muddy or veiled and even fatiging after about an hour of listning. I replaced them with ER4Ps and am quite happy with the improvement.

Quote: Originally Posted by kwitel Harry-could you describe Camels sound? Do they sound similar to any other bands? I dont think ive ever heard a single song by them and would like to try out one of their albums...starting point suggestion? I don't think I would be very good at...

Just found this thread... Pink Floyd Genesis (early stuff) King Crimson Camel (one of my very favorite bands) Caravan (I can't believe no one has mentioned them) PFM (quite obscure) Yes Zappa Jean Luc Ponty (may not qualify as prog-rock) ELP

Quote: Originally Posted by c001m4n Umm...This is an OT question... Will the same principles apply to loud speakers? Indefinite lifetime if cared properly? The reason I am currious is because I need to prove to my parents old used speakers are as good if not better than brand new...

Quote: Originally Posted by bobzemuda I've had the generic ones for some time, and they work quite well. It is actually easier to talk to people with them on. That said, I think that you would enjoy any of them, but perhaps you should first try the generics for the whopping $12...

Quote: Originally Posted by dpippel Yep, that price is nothing special at all. The ER-4P can be found at a couple of reputable online retailers for about $190 shipped. These guys for example: http://www.erwincomputers.com/etreerer4min.html But Erwin Computers is not an...

I really can't help you out here but I do know that the UM1 wasn't for me. I kept them for a couple of weeks before returning them just yesterday. They didn't have the clarity and detail that I like. No matter what I did, they still had a slight veil which kept me from enjoying them. From...

Etymotic is conducting a study on this subject. It will be interesting to see the results. http://www.etymotic.com/aer/epresearch.aspx My advice - turn it down. Louder is not really better. You will get used to listening at lower volume levels if you give it some time.

Quote: Originally Posted by Echo_ apple store Yup. Apple stores carry them.

Quote: Originally Posted by Oliver :) Oh, I can quote myself, the rare opportunity... They [pieces of decoration] add shape to our individual worlds by their mere presence and functionality. Moreover, the less complicated and demanding attention the better they blend in, forming a...

I love my HD600s. You guys who obsess about the marbled look crack me up. Is it a fashion accessory or a headphone?

Quote: Originally Posted by angler31337 As usual, I'm partial to ety's. But I would skip the ER-4p and go straight to the 4s. I prefer the sound (even unamped) to that of the 4p. Do note that ety's are extremely microphonic -- if microphonics bother you and you're planning on jogging...

I listen to a fairly wide variety of music, mostly classic rock, and sometimes jazz, blues and classical. I've been using some Sony IEMs for a year or so. I forget the model number but they retailed for around $50 or $60 if I remember correctly. They're ok but I never expected too much from...

Quote: Originally Posted by warpdriver Etymotic is your friend (either ER6i or ER4P). Crispness/clarity is its middle name. I see you own both. How do they compare? I'll be using these almost exclusively with an ipod and no amplification. ER4P worth the difference?

Quote: Originally Posted by joeshambro they all have their faults and strengths, but the sensaphonics in-ears completely demoralize everything else in that list. Do they have custom ear inserts? If so, I wonder how much that attributes to their sound quality. I see that they make...

I've had my UM1s for a week and I'm not all that thrilled with them. I can't help but feeling that they're a bit veiled. They seem to be lack the crispness, clarity and detail that I prefer. I'm thinking about returning them and need advice on what to get. I don't think moving up to the UM2 is...

Quote: Originally Posted by Jam_Master_J Nope, I got mine new from earphonesolutions for $190 CAD shipped. How did you manage that? They list them for $299 US on their website. I'm thinking I might send back my UM1s and get the E4c or the ER4p. I love detail and while the UM1...

Are there any IEMs that aren't designed to be worn (or don't need to be worn) with the cables routed behind the ears? I find it somewhat uncomfortable and distracting. I have UM1s now and they don't seem to fit in the ear very well unless I have them positioned for the cables to run up and...

Quote: Originally Posted by Solitary1 I've owned both the 600 and the 580 (currently with the 580). I sold my 600's early last year or late 2004 (got out of the headphone hobby for a minute). I used them with different amps (used the 600's with a Perreaux SHX-1 and an ASL MG Head OTL...

I just ordered the UM1 based on the opinions posted here and on the advice of Earphone Solutions. That, plus the fact that the Westones are supposed to be more confortable than all the others. I'll post my opinion of them when I get a chance to try them out.

Quote: Originally Posted by Chri5peed Driver matching has as much effect as the source you use or the file type. Besides I bet some 580 owners have been fortunate to get better matched drivers than some 600 owners? If Sennheiser found a 580 had identical drivers put in would they go...

Quote: Originally Posted by thestumper The thing to remember about all of this is that some people are WAY more into this than others. Thats not an insult - I spent tons of money years ago in the quest for home audio nirvana. I would spend hours listening too my collection through...