Just an update - I received the replacement iPod today. It's quite attractive. As I said before, I got the 30GB video iPod in black. My portable/commuting system is coming together! On a really positive note, fellow Head-Fi member and longtime friend Doug (ServingInEcuador) offered to give...

Quote: Originally Posted by funch I use these. http://www.slappa.com/site/black_wave.html Ditto. I have one of the 360 cases and one of the smallest ones for trips.

Howdy! I lived next to Columbia last year. It's a decent area. Just be smart. During the day, you're perfectly safe. At night, try not to walk alone. You should be fine. Are you going to take the bus from the station, or will you walk every morning?

Just to add - they're shipping me a new iPod Video via one-day shipping.

Guys, Apple came through for me. Last night, I emailed Steve Jobs in an attempt to resolve the situation. Today, an Apple representative called me in regards to the situation. He stated that he had been investigating and had narrowed it down to the FedEx center. Apparently, as many of you...

Blessing, Being angry as my immediate response. I have not had a good week and this tipped me over the edge. Both you and Pata are right in that I should be calm and patient.

They had better not be!

Srozz, The iMac is working fine! I love it!

Proto, Thanks. GSurge, It's possible.

I'm sharing this story because it makes me unbelievably angry. By sharing it, I hope to work out some of that anger. I ordered a new iMac as part of Apple's back to school program. The promotion allowed me to purchase an iPod 30Gb Video for $50 after the rebate. I went along with it and...

I went with the full size 30GB iPod. It was $50. I'm happy with my decision. Now I need to find a case that doesn't add any size.

Quote: Originally Posted by Edwood Well, at least they didn't open up your package, steal the contents, tape it back up, and then deliver it to you. -Ed Ed, You'll be sore about that until your hair is grey!

Hey, congratulations! I lived next to Columbia college last year and had a few neighbors who studied there. They've enjoyed it.

Don't eat the cookies or drink the coffee that is set out for customers. I have never cleaned the coffee pot - there's simply no sink to do it in other than the bathroom sink. I do try to rinse it out when I am the one putting coffee out for the customers. The water for the coffee comes from the...

Wayne, I have nothing productive to add - I just want to wish you a good time in the Atom! Enjoy it!

Ghingus, I don't find my Grado SR-60's to be particularly detailed. Did you end up selling your Shures because of this, or have you kept them for your other merits?

Wow! Things get buried fast. Here's a new question, where should I purchase these headphones? Are there any reliable sellers who offer discounts?

Thank you! I think the trouble with this question is that few people have had the opportunity to try both earphones.

I have the option of purchasing either a Shure SE210 or a Shure E4 for roughly the same price. Which would be better for classical music and opera? Is there much difference? Thank you for your opinions and advice.

Jorge from Headroom recommended the D-Jays and Shure SE210's. I'm not sure which to pick. I'm tempted to go with the D-Jays due to the lower price, but the Shure brand name is better known.

Chadbang, Wow! That's worrying. Thank you for the warning.

LaBrea, Thank you for the detailed analysis! I really like the description of the Etys, but the filters are a deal-breaker for me. They seem like a poor design choice. b7nguyen, All of the Ety's have filters, right? Too bad! Just an update: I emailed three companies I have dealt...

I've listened to all of these except for the Audio Technica model. Out of them, I personally bought the AKG K401's. The 240s and the DT531 were nothing special. I like the K401's and 501's a lot for the type of music I listen to: classical, vocal, choral, acoustic. They may not be the best for...

The ER-6i's look like winners in terms of sound, but not function. My concern is that they are not as comfortable or durable as the alternatives. The design of the newer Shures, Jays, etc. seems better: no filters or earbuds that need replacement. I'd like earphones that I can insert without...

Dunbar, Aha! Another CTA rider. I take the CTA to work and back every day. I like the look of the ER4's, but for a portable setup I am not willing to spend more than ~$100. That is why I was looking at the more budget-minded headphones. Are the ETY 6i's that much worse? How do the UM1's...