If you love soundstage and don't really care about the cost difference - which would you choose and why: Westone ES5's or JH 16 Pros?   Or, is there something else in that range financially that are better?   Thanks!

First a list of headphones and IEMs I have owned.   Headphones   Audio Technica A900 (loved it, my first full size headphones, using  it right now)   Denon D7000 (really really loved it, but for some reason hasn't seen much use)   Beyerdynamic DT 990 (don't like it, don't know...

Well, while I was on my search for my first CIEM, I found it easier for me to look at the cons about CIEMs to help me decide. I went for a UERM, but I thought this might be interesting.   The rules are: Only post negative things about CIEM that you researched or own You can also post to...

Can anyone suggest a Universal upgrade from PFE232   I have already previously owned:  Westone 4, Heir 4A   Would fitear f111 be an upgrade?

I am SO happy. I let my new Westone ES5 burn in all day, and now the sound is SO wonderful. Tonality and timbre are spot-on, detail, dynamics and imaging are 5-star, and the coherence - YES - they truly speak with one voice.  YEAH!!!   I used ETY4S for many years, and with custom earmolds...

Hi Fang, I willg be getting the westone es5 custom iem and am considering getting the hm801 as all-in one source for it but now I am wondering what amp module to use for it, the standard one, wait for the power module or the game module. I know the game module is considered best with iems but...

Hello Forum!        Just got molded and ordered the UM56 for th UM3X that I bought Nov '09. I'm very happy with this set of IEM that sound greater than that UE pro 5. ordered in vinyl instead of silicone going with the audiologist sudgestion... I guess Silicone might be a little bit more...

I'm looking into buying a pair of Westone ES5s after reading the superb reviews written on them. I currently run my Shure SE530s off of the headphone out of an iPhone. While this isn't quite as terrible and horrific as many seem to make it out to be, it definitely isn't adequate. Any...

As far as under $1000 goes, I'm pretty sure these are as good as it gets. Now which one actually sounds better? I know a full-size open headphone should have a larger soundstage and different feel, but looking past that, which one performs better? Which one is more versatile? What are their...

Well I have een using custom monitors for about 5 to6 years as of now. I started with the westone es2 and ultimate ears ue-5c. These were close enough that I kept the ue5c and sent the westone back. When the ue-11 pro came out I purchased these and have been using them on and off with the ue-5c...

Hi Guys,   I have a very unfortunate circumstance where yesterday I got a message from my audiologist stating that Westone has informed him that upon receiving my ear molds, they can't make the custom ES5's for me. I am more than devastated as I've been doing my research for a more than 2...

Welcome guys,   Open for discussion between the two flagship models Those with genuine opinions or have owned one or the other, or both please shoot us your opinions and the strengths and weaknesses of your IEM. So we can see the opinions towards these amazing IEMs head on head.  

How to order ES5 IEM In Vancouver?   i called all the dearler that westone website provide with my postalcode...   im living in vancouver city and i cannot find any dealer and westone website shows fins dealler from postalcode only....   Have anyone ordered ES5 or other custom IEM in...

How to order ES5 IEM In Vancouver?   i called all the dearler that westone website provide with my postalcode...   im living in vancouver city and i cannot find any dealer and westone website shows fins dealler from postalcode only....   Have anyone ordered ES5 or other custom from...

Hi guys As I said, I'm having a dilemma between UM Miracle and Westone ES5. I could not find enough comparison between these. I listen to a lot of vocal-centric songs and stay away from heavy rocks. (Maybe a little bit more female vocals) Can someone give me a detailed comparison especially on...

Anyone care to share their experiences?

Hello everyone, first off I'd like to say that I've been lurking around for a while but decided to sign up and start posting because I have finally made my first purchase! I was invited to NAMM2012 and had an awesome time. I was in the market for IEMs and tried a bunch of different ones. ( UE...

Well need an advice. I have a Shure SRH 840 and paired it with a Crossroad Edge amp. It has been my set-up from the start and hasn't changed it. I also have the Sennheiser HD414 from 1995 edition. My portable set-up would be the H340 to GoVibe Mini Box Amp to my Hippo Shroom. So which CIEM would...

Hello - I'm new to this forum but have been reading it for a while.  I recently received a Westone ES5, which was fitted by my audiologist.  I'm partially deaf and wanted something that would cut down on ambient noise as much as possible so I would not need to turn up the volume much.   My...

Ive done plenty of research online and Im deciding between the es5, ue 18 pro, Uerm. I like to listen to modem country ( especially Taylor swift) and also just pop in general.any suggestions would be appreciated. I'm probably purchasing tomorrow so a quick response would be appreciated. Thanks...

Hello folks,   I'm looking to buy my first custom IEM and would appreciate advice from people who have tried at least one, and preferably more than one, of the following:   Westone ES5 Unique Melody Miracle Earsonics EM4 (or EM6)   I currently own Sennheiser HD 25 II-1...

I have basically no experience in in-ear monitor systems.  I do want to know the difference between the Alien Ear SQ5 and the Westone ES5.     Why do Alien Ears cost so much less too? Are they flops??? Obviously I am going to be satisfied with Westones, but I want to the know the difference...

Westone ES5 vs Heir Audio 8.A (5 driver vs 8 driver shootout!) by bloodaddict(HWZ), underhysteria (Headfi) Special thanks to Wizard, the helpful folks at hardwarezone and headfi       ---- Background Previous IEMs owned/tried for long durations: UM3x, Westone 4, Shure SE535...

Hi. I"m looking to build a good portable Rig for the Westone ES5. A dap with a low output impedance under 2 ohms, FLAC capability, and an amp if necessary.  Ironically the Clip+ seems to fit all of this, but the headphone out quality will need to be improved with Rbox. I was also wondering...

I've been listening to my ES5, comparing it to other headphones, and the question I have is whether the treble in the unit is off (and if so, how can you tell?).  The bass and mids of the ES5 are wonderful, but the treble strikes me as fairly recessed.  The detail of the treble is very nice, and...