westone-um1-stage-monitors

which one (in your opinion) is better?

Hey guys, planning to upgrade my Westone UM1s which have served me very well for 5 years now (and still continue to!)   Anyway I was out and about planning to upgrade to better sound with more base and was considering multiple drivers like the Westone UM3s until I came across the IE80s...

I've been browsing around for a set of quality IEMs within the $100-$200 price range and came across the shure and westone series. I was wondering which of these will perform better while using an AMP? Also what are some advantages and disadvantages to both? I know that shure sells a special...

Any comment on this upgrade path as I'm currently using a Westone UM1.

We were lucky enough to get a sneak peak at the new Westone UM1 in-ear monitors in flashy colors. The Westone UM1 earphones come in orange, red, green, blue, smoke, and pink. So not only do the ever so popular Westone UM1 earphones come in these colors, they are $10 cheaper as well. If you are...

Hi,   I already posted this on another thread but got no responses. So I'll try here :-)   I just ordered this through Amazon UK for 99GBP. I should have them by next Friday!   I ordered the blue ones. I was about to buy the Shures SE125, Which are cheaper and more "fun" apparently...

Hey everyone, I am lookin at getting a pair of higher quality earphones, specifically the Shure SE215 vs Westone UM1 (also if anyone knows the difference between the UM1 and the normal 1). Basically the big difference is in the driver (Balanced Armature UM1 vs Dynamic SE215) with the 215's...

Noticed that the new UM1 Colors (picture below) now ship with the new EPIC G2 cables, together with the new EPIC tips.   Can anyone provide any details as to what kind of improvements we can expect from the second generation EPIC cables?   It looks like they've ditched braiding...if my...

Had Beyer DTX80's prior to the RE626's. Loved them but were too bassy, RE262's dont quite have enough but I have become accustomed to them and really liked the mids/highs on them.   Listen to thrash metal mainly, dont need 'bass-rich' IEMs. Must isolate well for public use on a regular...

I travel quite a bit for work and I bought a set of Westone UM1's that I use almost exclusively on the airplane.  I bought them for the great isolation (I switched the Comply tips for Shure olives) and extreme long term comfort for those long 8-17 hour overseas flights.  The one issue I've...

Hi there, this is my first post so here it goes:)   I am planning on getting a new earphone for my daily music dosage but i am having some difficulties choosing between brands.   1) Etymotic HF5 2) Shure SE215 3) Westone 1 4) Westone UM1 5) Ultimate Ears 700   These are the...

Im considering buying my first pair of (hopefully) good sounding and insolating IEM. However, Im dont know that much about what is good and what is not..    Im primarily going to use them with my iPhone without external amp (as dont have such), so they need to pretty easy driven I guess -...

Hi All,    Was hoping you could share your extensive knowledge and throw some recommendations my way. I'm not an expert so you'll have to use layman terms. :-)   I'm in the market for a new pair of IEMs. Budget would be limited to the $200 mark. An iPhone remote is now a must for me.  ...

Hi guys, I have imported my CDs via apple lossless ever since Ive gotten my UM3x, but some tracks still have the same crackling effect in the highs like when you produce the S sound. Im using an iPod Classic 160gb bought in 2010, and no Amp no DAC.

So for anyone researching possible buys for this purpose I have a list containing the following so far: HiFiMAN RE-262 JAY-S QJAYS (Discontinued?) Shure SE215 Phonak 022 Weston UM1 My budget is max $200 so obviously your choices may differ with your available outlay!   Is there...

Okay, so i've decided to try and get some nice and proper IEMS to replace my PL30's. I love them to death, but i feel that i could get something with much better audio quality. As although the PL30's sound sensational, they sound like a 50 dollar IEM. I kinda want something better. So heres a...

Hi there!   I'm looking for the cheapest dual balanced armature driver IEM available in Sweden, since I need them as soon as possible. Buying them from a country outside the EU, would take ages and the cost for customs, shipping and taxes would probably make them the most expensive dual...

     Hello guys, another noob, wannabe audiophile here, wanting to purchase a good, solid entry level headphone. My budget is 100 dollars or less. I mainly listen to hip hop and some punk, alternative, and electronic music. I want a headphone with a balanced sound but is good for hip hop. I...

id like to find some IEMs for portable applications and I LOVE the fit of Westone UM1s. but i don't care too much about the treble and bass roll off. it just doesn't make sense to me. Shure se215s seem nice, but i have heard that they are not too good in the separation department and have a bit...

Seems no one post this yet...   http://westoneaudio.com/index.php/um1-giveaway.html

Hi, I'm new here. I'm looking for a new pair of earbuds, one that I can use to work out at the gym. I mostly listen to alternative rock, classic rock, and some indie rock. I've narrowed it down to the MeElectronics M6 and the Sennheiser MX680's. To anyone that has used both pairs, what are your...

My budget is around £100 GBP, I am looking for some good earphones but I have no idea where to start to look, could anyone help me in finding some for my price, thanks so much in advance!

So I'm wondering if the Westone 3 will be what I am looking for. I listen to a lot of Classic Rock and Metal and occasionally dubstep. I like to hear powerful bass in my music. I don't want it to be distorted but I do want it to punch. I've read some reviews that tell me the Westone 3 will do...

I bought a pair of UM1s several years ago and after about a year of very happy usage one earphone suddenly fizzled out, due to what I presumed was sweat from the gym.   After opting for several cheaper IEMs I've decided to invest in a new pair of decent phones again, but to my surprise the...

UM1 ($109)                            Shure se215 ($99)   Which is better?