I have used shure e4c years ago and then upgraded to shure 530 about 2 years ago  (I've had UE tf10 too) Now I feel like to plunge again and get some upgrading IEM. Are there any universal IEM that can be step up from se530? (meaning like from e4c to se530) Or do I have to go with custom...

I've owned the 535's since release. While I love the sound of the monitors, I've had a problem with sleeve tightness when removing. I  use the medium black olives and really only changed them repeatedly when I first received them. Last night, I was in the process of placing a new set of olives...

Hi, I haven't had much luck searching for this problem. A few people complaining about it, but no solutions. The right cup is much, much quieter than the left. It also appears to be missing the little white mesh piece that is present in the other nozzle. I used the little cleaning tool to check...

Hello! I currently use the Phonak PFE's and have been mostly satisfied, but it has a few shortcomings, like the lack of bass. I can't decide on upgrading my iem's or going for a full size can. If I upgrade my iem, I'm currently looking at the Westone UM3X I'm a bit overwhelmed by how many...

Sorry for the long title, I wanted to be real specific.  Anyways, for those that have tried them, do you think it is worth it to go with JHA or UE over customizing universals like SE530 or TF10?  I want to know your reasons why.  Thanks.

  I'm a 16 year old student who cares for audio quality, I've acquired an iPod Classic 160GB, have my music in ALAC and want to complete the experience... however... I've been burning my mid-range SHURE SE115's (in an unfortunate bright eye watering pink, it was cheaper than black for some...

Hello   I bought the AMP3 about two months ago, and have been using it with my dt770 pro, but now I feel its about time to buy something new. I have stumbled upon some cash, and I figured I could buy some IEMs so I can use them while working out and not looking like a prat on my upcoming...

So here's the story. After a couple of years of listening to my Shure Se530 I left them on my return flight from NYC back to Seattle (some lucky SOB probably found them). With that said I need a new pair of IEMs. I do love how the 530s sounded but since I'm getting a new pair I figure I'd get...

Hi,   I've been researching and looking for some IEMs but can't seem to find ones that i like.   So far I have tried the Q-jays and didnt like them at all. I felt there was a lack of bass. Based on reviews i purchased some UE700's. I was actually blown away by the clarity and details in...

Hello.   I'm about to send in my SE530's and my SE420's for repair. I'm disappointed with the robustness of both, but Shure's warranty's are solid — my SE530s have already been replaced twice, both for cable cracking at the ear.   I'm going to use their absence as an excuse to treat...

I tried Bose QuestComfort 15 today at a local Best Buy and I am just absolutely stunned by the noise cancellation. I have never owned any headphones that are decent and I was actually very impressed by Bose. Having done some research here, I realize you guys find BOSE to be rather inferior. ...

First time Head-fier. I'm so glad I found you guys when I did. I'll try to format my questions so I don't appear to be the worst forum newb on the Internet today. I plan to pair an amp with SE530s and a Zune 80. General Questions: -Will a quality amp reduce or eliminate the hard disk...

Well I've always read that the DAC audio is better than the headphone out on the iPod's, so I've been looking for an amp. I have a cMoy, but I want something that has a volume knob at the least. I plan on getting better headphones in the long run, so I would like to find an amp that has high and...

I'm new to the forum, and have recently purchased a R/S SR-71A Blackbird. It's a great amp, but I'm a bit lost about the three gain switches. Would someone be willing to give me a detailed breakdown of how to use these three settings, and why? Specifically, I will be using it with the...

Hello, I wanted to know what's the best possible way of ripping an SHM-CD or an SACD to itunes, without loosing SQ- Is it at all possible? I'm using a mac not a PC. The and result will be to have a perfect copy at my itunes library and to able to sync it to my iphone 3gs, so i can extract the...

Hi all, I've been looking for high end in ear headphones for quite some time now, and I finally managed to establish a list of what I think would be the IEMs that could suit me best: Sennheiser IE8 Westone 3 Shure Se530 I am mostly a Trance(mainly psychedelic trance) listener, and pretty...

So I know this gets referenced occasionally, but I'm starting to wonder whether my ears are especially sensitive to the materials used for IEM tips. With every tip I've used except for the Shure black foam olives, I get itchy irritation inside my ears upon extended listening. The Shure black...

After Using a lot about it, today i finally jumped onto the SE530 bandwagon, ordered them from amazon. Could you guys please recommend a good Amp ? I also intend to use the same with my SRH840 which i use for recording/monitoring with my band. My Line 6 Pod X3 Live does a good job of driving...

Like the title says. Looking for a mid range SS amp for my various headphones. What I have:   Sen HD580's Terminator V4's (DT770's) Sen HD595 modded for gaming w/ mic Shure se530's (not really needing an amp)   Im looking at the Burson 160 and the Gilmore GS-1 (read a lot of...

  Sorry if you are reading this again, I posted this in the wrong forum previously.    I just got my SE530 recabled by Whiplash Audio. Craig, the guy at whiplash gave me a real treat! He used his famous Elite TWAG silver wire. The same excellent wire that he makes for JH Audio 13 and 16...

Hello,   (Not necessary to read the spoiler)         I was thinking of Shure SE535 though the price is absolutely exagerated and doesn't seem to go down, or Shure SE530 at a fair price : I can have it at 270 euros... Maybe if I give you some examples you'll be able to help me...

So in terms of earphones, I'd always been using crap standard apple ipod ones or ones that I bought in my campus store. The sound was alright, but they were uncomfortable and when walking in the street I was still hearing traffic noises and all that.   So in 2006 I got shure earphones and...

A.A.'s review of Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220: Price paid $15 at Cash Converters What comes included?:earphones, hard plastic case, different sized ear cushions, user and warranty booklets What the Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220 packaging and earphones looks like: In this photo, I've also...

Hello all, fairly new to this site, although I have been lurking in the backgrounds for a few weeks now and decided to register.  I'm learning alot and am really glad I ran across this site (I've heard it mentioned across other forums I'm a member of from time to time).   With that being...

My SE530 earbuds have been great, however, yesterday the volume cut out of the Left earbud by a drastic amount.  I can barely hear anything out of it.  They are out of warranty so I'm looking at 145 dollars if I want them replaced.  There's a little bit of fraying on the wire as it comes out of...