Hey guys, my re0's cable seemed to have screwed up leaving me with a hollow, tin can interior sound. I'm looking for a gd upgrade, seeking re0's clarity with bit more bass and lusher mids. I'm placing more emphasis on gd mids this time around for my guitar-based/vocal tunes, Not very adverse to...

Hi, I am making my first high-end IEM purchase, and I am stuck in a dilemma right here: Shure SE535 vs. Sennheiser IE8   My main concerns are (arranged by priority): 1. Durability 2. Sound Quality (I prefer a more natural sound) 3. Comfort / Fit 4. Compatibility with a 32 Ohm...

Hi all   Would be interested to learn if anyone has any opinions on these 2   Would be using a Ipod Classic and TTVJ Slim to listen to Apple Lossless   Cheers   jon

I love my westone 3 LE's and its cool owning something they only made 333 of but I've been reading amazing reviews of the earsonic sm3's. How are they compared to W3's is there a huge difference in sound quality? Is one noticeably better then the other. If the sm3's are obviously better I may...

My Shure 530’s are coming back from warranty replacement (cable issue) again. This is my 3rd replacement in as many years, thinking it is time to move on.   My preference is mid’s, love clear vocals but would also like a large soundstage.  The Earsonic’s SM3 seem to be ideal based on what I have...

Hello as the title suggests I am looking at a pair of closed headphones for under $1000   I recently purchased a pair of HD650's and SM3 V2 and have a burson ha160d to compliment them.   However I have realised that I will need a pair of CLOSED headphones to keep the sound leakage at a...

I'm more of an iem man as I have or had the ie8, se530, fx-500, fx-700, sm3, hippo vb, sound magic pl50 (and 30), ie7, and monster pro gold. I want to listen to a good full sized can in the house though as they trump iems on average (price for price).   As far as full sized headphones I have...

Hello all,    I noticed recently that the left side housing on my UM3X would make a clicking sound when squeezed lightly between the fingers. The sound is best described as similar to lightly pressing a soda can in and letting it pop back into shape (just much quieter). Sounds like a little...

I currently own 4 $80-100 IEM's, Denon AH-C560R (yes I have already reviewed this pair but will at least to A/B/C analysis along with the rest of the IEM's), Sonocore COA-805, Shure SE215, Bose IE2 (yes actual Bose! but HEY they fit a specific environmental issue I occasionally have), with a 5th...

Creative's apparently releasing a new set of earphones - The Aurvana 3. The Aurvana 1 got off to a ho-hum start IMO, wasn't impressed by it, but the Aurvana 2 wasn't bad at all, kinda nice and sweet sounding from what I could remember.   Kinda curious on how this one's gonna sound like =)...

Hi guys, Currently I have Head-Direct RE0's for use with the iPhone. I am looking at going IEM live and recording live video/audio demos. I know the Ultimate would be JL Audio or something but I need to keep the budget down for now. A big issue is looks, comfort and leakage into the mic so...

     From the Japan headphone festival, the report indicated that the drivers of SM3 V2 is exactly the same as V1, therefore it should make just little difference between V1 & V2. Is that true, for those who own V1 and V2?

I've noticed with piano sounds, it sound like ringing or like echoing.  Resonance?  I have 1964-T customs and I hate when it happen, it messes up the music.  Poorly tuned?  I've noticed this with SM3, and got rid of it because of this.  I don't think I can do anything with the customs to fix...

I just got a though, after I have finally listen to many few brand's sound signature, UE(600, TF10), Earsonics(SM3), Shure(215,friend's 425), Grado(GR8), Radius(Wn2), so on.   Why can't different brand come together, and make the perfect IEM?   UE, Westone, Grado - Highs Shure...

I'm addicted to this forum, even though I'm really new to the whole audiophile concept. I love music, and some of my friends do too, but most survive on $20 earbuds whilst appreciating my interest in a polite way. I really want to take the plunge into Audiophilia. At the moment I'm using some...

I'm trying to decide on a new IEM. I'm looking at the UM3X, the W3, the W4, and the SM3. The SM3 is kinda out because of the France thing, and it's also the most expensive. From what it seems the W4 and W3 are similar, so the W3 would be my choice there cause I'm on a budget. So it's between the...

Should I order it from amazon ??? (This is my only choice as I am an international buyer and amazon is the only place where they accept international plastic). :)     EDIT: What tips should I get along with my SM3 ?? (I listen to house musis, nujazz,acid jazz, and hiphop/rap)

I tried searching and read some threads, but I really dont know if these will be good. I want an IEM with detailed sound, and good bass presence. I have been using the Ck100 and for me these are balanced(flat). The Earsonic would be a complement to the Ck100, since I love the ATH.  ...

So, what's your poison after the W4, for universals that is....... ? Thought this might be a fun post to end the week with............at least, the end of the week for the folks in the Asia Pacific region anyway :)   "Recent W4 convert"

Hey I am looking to update my portable gears to pair with my earsonics sm3, currently I have an ipod video and an ipod touch 3rd generation. My options right now are: 1)get Fiio E7 (do I need the extra dac if I am pairing it with my two ipods?, is yes, what improvements does it make?)...

Just curious that is any "in ear" headphone that produce sound to listener feel like singer sing right in front of you with good instrument isolation?   What this interface called? Could you please, list all that can do this? Which is the best or value one? Can Klipsch image S4 do...

Hi, I have a few questions...  I have Earsonics SM3 version 1 (I reviewed it in >> here <<), and I accidentaly played 15khz frequency (using SineGen, you can google this) through my FiiO E5 amp at max volume! From what I know, FiiO E5 max output is 100mW at 32 Ohm... Considering SM3 is 34...

Hello guys. As fun as this hobby has been, I have now spent about $800 in headphones and realized that I need to end this obsession. I am a med student and spend way too much time on these forums and can't really afford to play around with this hobby anymore cause I'll be $150,000 down in loans...

Hello!   Alright so here is my situation; I've been researching for a couple months on this website and others trying to find out where would be the best entry point into the hi-fi world.  I made a post a couple weeks back looking for advice on what I should choose and I wound up ordering...

Hi I'm new to the forum and looking for information/ideas please. I have some Shure se210's and want to upgrade. I'll be using the headphones with an iPhone, and also have the option of using my headphone amp. I listen to electronic music mainly(Aphex twin), and will also be using the...