So I'm really considering the jump from Westone 3 to at least using the UM56 with them, if not jumping ship to the ES3X or the UE 7 or UE10. However, seeing as how head-fi has such a diverse community of audiophiles, I'd like to ask: In your opinion, what company produces the best Custom...

For the last couple months I have been enjoying these and thought I'd give them some love by dedicating a thread to them.   Here's a link to show you some of the options, etc. http://www.earplugstore.com/westone-um56.html (you can also purchase them direct through Westone, which is actually...

Starting of a poll to generally determine if this is a universal problem and what percentage of westone 3 owners actually have sibilance issues to an otherwise great IEM. Vote only if you're a westone 3 owner (or ex) to keep this poll as accurate as it can be.

Hello all,   I'm in the market for new earbuds. Little info about what I'm looking for. I mostly listen to house music, and more than often classical, trip hop, chill-pop, progressive rock.   I want some nice tight bass when needed but not tearing my eardrums. I'll listen to them on Spotify...

My W3s have developed a connection problem near the plug - crackles, intermittent connection, etc. Since they are out of warranty Westone offered to replace them for $1xx. The cost, however, is more than getting them reshelled with new cable, I am wondering what the best option may be. Just want...

Hi everyone, I spent a lot of time researching the posts on this particular forum before I purchased my new Westone 4 IEM's. When I first tried them on, I used the comply foamies that were already installed. I loved the sound rigth from the start (liked it better than my old Shure SE 530's)...

I'm new to the world of customized audio equipment (and Head-Fi, for that matter), so apologies in advance if these are obvious questions.   I was planning to get a pair of Westone UM2s and outfit them with a pair of customized UM56 tips. Then, I read about the AC2s, which - as far as I can...

Hey, I just got a pair of Shure SE425s recently, and I'm really bothered by all the universal plugs.  They've all made my ear sore, so I'm going to get a pair of custom molds.  I'm debating between the Sensaphincs and the Westone UM56.  Can anybody weigh in on the two?  I hear that the...

Hi everyone, I had molds made yesterday for UM56's and at the end, on the way out the door, the audiologist asked if I wanted them to be "full size".  She said they could have a part that went outside the ear and that would improve the sound and ensure the seal doesn't get broken.  After...

I have a Westone UM2 with removable cable and I would like to have a um56(customized ear-piece)....How much would it be if I buy it in USA? And how should I order it? Thanks!

Hey everyone,   A few weeks ago I went to a local audiologist to have ear impressions made and to place an order for a pair of Westone UM56 tips to be used with my Shure SE535's.  Fast forward to today when I went to pick them up; I sat in the lobby, tried them out and found that I could not...

Hi first off sorry if this in the wrong place, this seems to fit best but I'm a dumb noob so I might be off. Anyway heres my question. I currently have a Cowon S9 and Westone UM3X. I'm looking for a case that is able to protect and hold both. The smaller the case the better (as long as it holds...

Well, I decided to try the fischer audio DBA-02 black silicone tips on the UM3X RC and I'm WOWed. Compared to the SHURE Olives, theres TONS more treble and details, more air (more space - can't explain any better), better perception of instruments such as cymbals, percussion, etc. Everything...

does anyone know if the westone um56 or the custom molds offered by Etymotic fits the atrio m5? I just got the M5/MG7 with the new driver and am not happy with any of the plugs that are included with the package and don't really feel like buying tons of different tips to try out. So if anyone...

Is there a dynamic iem with the stem diameter of the westone or shure models?  I cant live without the um56 tips, but I just want to try something.  The monsters were way too big to smush on there.   Any ideas?    

Hey guys. Just wanting to discuss and gather opinions on using different ear bud tips to alter the sound signature of your earphones. In my previous experience, I find that out of a set of 3 different sized silicone tips that the largest appears to give me the best bass performance and that the...

Hey guys, I'm a bit of a newbie when it comes to high end audio. My previous earphone was Westone UM2 and it crapped out on me a couple of months back. I decided to treat myself and spring for the Westone 4 for my 25th birthday in April. I love them and don't regret the purchase at all. I've...

I just got a set of UM3x's and they're really great! I'd like to customize them but I'm wondering if I should get them re-cast or just get tips made. They actually fit me quite well but I'd like to use them a lot and think this will help.    Can i get some opinions?

I'm coming close to a decision about selling my Westone 4 and ordering a set of ES5.  I have an appointment Monday to get impressions but can't decide between UM56 tips or selling the 4s and getting the ES5.  My questions are regarding the sound signature and 'bang for your buck' return.  I run...

oh, head-fi you continue to hurt my wallet....   So within the last 2 months I've started working on my portable gear. I've bought a nano 6th gen which lead to TF10's which lead to a Cowon J3 which lead to a UM3X   Currently I've been left wondering what the upgrade path from the UM3X...

So I am tempted to get a pair of ES5, but if the westone 4 with the um56 tips could offer 80-90% of the performance for about half the price then I may go that route. So can anyone who have listened to both share some opinions?  

I have been going back and forth on what top end iem to get.  I know the nozzle holes might be different, but why not get the top non custom JH audio (or other brand) and just stick my um56 on it?   Some ideas I thought of:   1. Transference of sound waves to more of the ear might make...

Hey,   I just purchased the Westone UM3X-RC which impedance is 56 Ohm and I am wondering if my Tascam US-122L audio interface will be able to give it enough power.   Anyone who can answer that for me?   Thank you very much! - Sedoc94

Does anyone have pics of their UM56 on their IEMs? I'm looking for pics that show them both being used and just a display. Thanks

Let me preface this comparison by saying that the UM-56 tips are the best tips I've ever used on the Westone IEMs, bar none. By far the best for comfort and sound quality. Isolation is just as good as the best universal tips I've used (though not necessarily better). Additionally, I'd like to...