Hey, I am looking for some flat EIMs for reference monitoring under $500, with good isolation. Recommendations appreciated! thanks

I haven't been around for a while, but I've misplaced my IE6s (which I didn't like that much anyway) and I'm looking for a good IEM with a sound signature closer to Ultrasone, specifically the HFI 780s. I've had Ultrasone Pro 900s before but they felt too warm and didn't seem as quick as the HFI...

Hey guys,   I've read quite a bit on this site, a lot of the threads I read were quite older however. Just wondering if you guys could recommend me a set of IEM's for an airplane. Budget is around 100$. From what I read, the Etymotic MC5's look quite good, however, the lack of bass worries...

Having sent back my recently purchased W2 (more later on that), I was looking for a back-up mid-grade IEM to go with my JH5.  God forbid my JH5 broke and I had nothing to use.  Being able to exercise with the IEM was important so ergonomics and comfort was key.  I had owned UM2 about 5 years ago...

Hi all, im very new to this and im just wondering which headphone to buy. i know they are very different headphones but at the moment they are my best options (all are available within a short driving distance and are all selling for a good price. 50-70$) unfortunatley I have a limited budget...

Whenever I listen to music loudly, it sounds stronger and more powerful to say. Not just because it's loud, but it has power behind it. Is there a pair of headphones that can recreate this feel without them having to be turned up so loud, as I do not want to damage my ears in the long run.  ...

I am on a quest to find a really comfortable set of full-size headphones for long, all-day listening and listening in bed (don't like to wake up with my phones still on and pressing uncomfortably). I find Grados to be very uncomfortable. Sennheiser is so-so to me. What are your picks for...

for ER4s and Ipod Classic     i searched but couldnt really find any besides the airhead   oh yeah, has to be rechargeable

Hello, I have been looking for a relentless, fast, brutal IEM for listening to things such as death metal and speed metal. I currently own quite a lot of iems and 4 or 5 flagships. however none of them suite my taste. I have been told the JH16 pro is a good choice for my music taste however I'm...

Looking for some advice from those who've used the Etymotic HF5 with custom earmolds -- specifically the "Custom Fits" from ACS that they offer, if possible.   Anyhow... I'm really fairly satisfied with the HF5 sound, but I've been less happy with the various sleeves I've tried.  Because the...

All of the IEM's that you like which you prefer in 1 frequency, build quality, trait, etc...   For example...   Etymotic ER4S's treble Westone UM3X's midrange Sennheiser IE8's bass    

So I have never bought a set of ear buds but the time has come. I'll be making a trip to Japan (14 hr flight) so that is the main reason. However, I want something I will use other than in the air. Working out ect. From reading here the er4p seem to be a front runner for nose reduction but...

I bought a pair of Sf5Pro at least three years ago, but have not used it much. I prefer the sound of Etymotic ER4S much better. This Sunday I saw them on my draw, so I listened to them for a while. I actually would like to give them a try. However, the cable is getting rigid maybe because of the...

Hello!   I am looking for opinions on which headphones are the best for use in monitoring orchestral compositions. I currently work with Cubase 6 and various orchestral libraries. My budget is $300ish. I do not need overwhelming bass, but just solid monitoring headphones that do not add...

I bought an Etyomic ER-4B 2 years ago and I found its sound brilliant.Transparent and smooth,esp after enough burn-in time.   But when I come to America,it seems to be discontinued?I can;t even find a place to buy it. Or it;s just much less popular than ER-4S here?

FiiO E7 Review   First Impressions:  Gosh it looks really pretty.  Hmm I can see this plastic faced front with a neon sign begging to get scratched which saddens me a little.  It would be a shame to mar such a pretty little thing.  It’s a lot lighter than I somehow expected it to be.  The...

I've had a set of UE Triplefi Pros for that few years and have always enjoyed them when I can get the earbuds to seat correctly in my ear canal. I also have a set of ER4Ps which fit significantly better. By "fit better" I mean that they stay seated / sealed for a longer period of time. The UE...

Hi guys,   To cut it short, I'm getting the urge to go custom for my portable rig, but the choices stump me. Currently I'm contemplating the Unique Melody Merlin for its hybrid design (I do love the sound of dynamics) but after hearing stuff about its big bass, I'm a little hesistant. I...

Hey all!   I'm on the verge of buying the ER4P/S. I listen to lots of classical, from strings to symphonies. And like many of us who listen to classical, also listen to lots of jazz and a little rock/alternative. The ER4P is great with classical, especially strings and quartets. I'm looking...

well, i just got my er4-p and just had to used them right after i got done showering. i tried drying my ears out first with a rag, but apparently that didn't get all the moisture out.   how bad was this for my er4?

Hi,   It's been a long while since i posted on head-fi... i'm looking to rebuild my portable setup, and decided to get the Westone 4 after a few good years with ER-4's. Earphone solutions do not ship to my country for some reason (Israel), so i'm trying to see if there are any...

Can;t post a wanted article in Sales forum,though I will finish 1st trade  in head-fi soon.I will really appreciate if someone can post or move this for me.     WTB:Etyomic ER-4B I'm looking for ER-4B and seems it is much less popular here than ER-4P and ER-4S.I even can;t find a new one...

In January, a few Head-Fiers were lucky enough to come across a budding new IEM company at Macworld. Without a product name and likely all the internal parts even decided upon, we were offered by the companies founder, John, an opportunity for dual driver customs at a price significantly below...

By 'amp not an issue', I mean that will not be a problem for me.   The headphones currently in my possession and not in storage are...   ER4S (nearly perfect, though could be a touch more liquid),   modified isolating HD25 (liquid, but a little uneven and not super tight or...

Hello all! I am looking at buying a new pair of IEM's, as I recently rediscovered my ER6i's amazing sound isolation. However, I think it's time for an upgrade! As a source I am currently using a HTC Desire (Not ideal by any means, but does the job) and will soon have a brand new Sansa...