I've seen a few comments in several threads, but I couldn't find any recent thread dedicated specifically to the players mentioned...   I have owned a Zune, Ipod Classic 6G and currently I have a Cowon X7. That's my experience with DAPs.   My girlfriend has a 4 year old Sony NW-A800 with 8...

Looking to buy a pair of IEMs for my girlfriend. My budget is around 100 $. May stretch up to 120 $. Most importantly the IEM must be very comfortable. So I'm looking forward to hearing your recommendations for an IEM that's very comfortable, with good neutral sound and good isolation that is...

I've been using an Earsonics SM3 for a year now and I am very happy with it. A firend of mine is to go into the IEM world with a budget of about 100 $ (130 $ max). He uses a 6th Gen Ipod Classic (un-rockboxable, so no EQ, just crappy presets). We need to get him neutral IEMs. I've used his Ipod...

I currently own an Earsonics SM3. Some people say it's a neutral IEM, but I decided I need a more neutral IEM. Though I like it with some albums, with other albums, especially the ones with a thick midrange, it just fails to produce a pleasant sound, rather it gets annoying. Because it has a...

I currently own an Earsonics SM3. Some people say it's a neutral IEM, but I decided I need a more neutral IEM. Though I like it with some albums, with other albums, especially the ones with a thick midrange, it just fails to produce a pleasant sound, rather it gets annoying. Because it has a...

I have receieved my X7 and I like it generally, but I have a tiny problem with the vocals I have not got over yet. I explained the problem here.    So what options do I have if I choose to return the X7? I need a DAP with 100+ gb capacity, a customizable EQ, support for at least one lossless...

I just received the Cowon X7 3 days ago. I love how it performs the instrumental parts but I'm confused about how it performs the vocals. They sound a bit cold, if that's the right word. The vocals of my beloved albums are not like I know they used to sound. After searching the forum I came...

Well, there's a site that sells the new Cowon X7s and I and a few others on the X7 thread would like some feedback on this site before we venture into shopping from there...   Does anybody know this site:     They provide 2 addresses:   EXPORT PRIVE LTD. 11th Floor, AXA Centre...

I'm close to buying a 240 GB Ipod 5.5g for its large size and Rockboxability which will give me flac support, drag 'n drop capability and a customazible EQ. However it's an old machine and I would like to know what other options I have.   - Most and foremost I need a customizable EQ because...

How does Rockboxed Ipod 5.5g (not Imod or DIYMOD) get along with a pair of Earsonics SM3?   I had a bad experience with Zune 120 + SM3 combo because both were warmish and midforwardy; it looked like a customizable EQ would solve the situation, but unfortunately the Zune 120 harbours none! I...

I'm really tired of reading all the threads. My mind is boiling. So I am not doing any more researches, instead I'll ask my questions directly:   1. From the headphone out, which one sounds better: Ipod 5.5 Gen or Ipod Classic 6 Gen?   2. Also, from the headphone out, which one sounds...

I posted this question on the SM3 appreciation thread, but I realized either not many people are following that thread 3 months after its creation or not many SM3 owners listen to rock music. So I wanted restate my question in a fresh thread in case the former is the reason behind my question...

If somebody has a Zune 120 and Earsonics SM3? How do they get along? Is there too much hissing? Does the clarity of SM3 decrease when used with the Zune?   These are crucial questions for me, because if I buy an SM3, Zune 120 is definitely going to be my source...   Thanks in advance for...

Well, it turns out I will have to buy CK10 for about 250 $... Now that I have elevated to that price range, I may as well consider SM2. How do they compare?    Two things that worry me about CK10 are: the treble might be disturbingly bright and some people complained about the hardness of...

Well, the title says it all.   I need urgent help in finding a pair of CK10s for around 200 $.   Waiting for your replies.   Thanks in advance. 

I've read about a thousand threads on Audio Sleek SA6, and a few dozens on other IEMs... I'm almost about to purchase a pair of SA6s, but I wanted to consult to your experience before the last step. What I'm looking for is a neutral, balanced IEM with no boost at no end of the audio; a...

I've decided to give a shot at noise isolating earphones - are they called IEMs? So I'd like to hear your recommendations.   I have a Zune 120 and I mainly listen to progressive rock albums of the 70s. Since in the 70s albums were recorded at much lower volumes, I am having hard time...

I am now seriously considering buying either Ipod 120 gb (6th gen) or Zune 120. Any recommendations as other contenders that can match these two in means of sound quality and capacity are also welcome. My first and foremost priorities are sound quality and gapless playback capability. I...

Well the title says it all. I consider myself an audiophile and listen to music from cds or lossless formats; I use mp3 only when there's no alternative. So if I buy a mp3 player, it will be one that supports lossless audio formats. However, after using a Sony D-EJ915 discman for more than 5...

I have been using a Sony D-EJ915 for about 5 years now. It proved to be very durable, considering I have used it extensively; for at least 4 hours each day, traveling everywhere in the pocket of my coat in the winter, and in a school bag in the summer. I am still using it although the lip of the...

Thanks to a link provided by a head-fi in a thread, I found this cheap site. Headphones & Earphones - Net-Headset Store Now, I don't like the bass too strong, but how can we determine what degree of it is "too strong"? It's a very individual matter I believe. But it's certain that when...

Is there a big difference between Sennheiser MX560 and MX760? I know that MX660 has volume control compartment on the wire, so I don't want that. I'm between MX560 and MX760, and I am closer to buying the first one, assuming there's not much difference between them, however if you think...

The earphones I have been using with my discman which is very close to its death broke today, so I need to buy cheap earphones to use till hopefully I am ble to buy a new discman. My options are very limited due to budget and lack of models at stores I can immediately get the earphones (I...