The equipment used:   iPod Touch 2G → FiiO L9 → Arrow 12HE 3G → UM3X RC or SM3 v2.  The Bass setting on the Arrow was set to "1" (which is my typical preferred setting).  Cross, Impedance and Gain were set to "0" for those scoring at home.       The tips:   After trying all of...

After posting about looking for a cheaper IEM to use instead of my SM3 (the only iem I own), I decided that this probably didn't make sense and if I were to spend money I may as well get something better... Obviously the westone 4 is the cheaper option, and I would only consider the UM Mage if...

First, I want to thank VSONIC for the sample.  GR07, or originally called the VS-R07 / R07, was officially announced back in late 2008. After years of postpone due to unexpected prolonged R&D, the IEM is finally ready for the market at late November last year. According to VSONIC, it took a...

So due to some stupid accident, I broke my pair of IE8 =( So now I'm on the hunt.again for another pair of IEM Right now I can't decide getting another pair of ie8 or grab westone 4, I used to own westone 3 and really liked it, is westone 4 a lot better than it? I also absolutely love the fit of...

Hi everyone,   i am new to head fi.   I was wondering what would be the most suitable IEM for me. My budget is around 380 USD (which can be more or less). I listen to alot of Japanese female vocalists like Zard, Ikimono-gakari, Natsukawa Rimi, Kanako Wada, Seiko Matsuda, Momoe Yamaguchi...

I'm about to click "Purchase" on a pair of Westone UM3X RC headphones for $110 below retail from an "Amazon Fullfilled" Amazon.com dealer.  Would you save the $110 and forget the warranty (2 years) or pay full-retail and have a warranty?

With alot of new Westone UM1 owners (myself included), and a solid amount of fans for the Westone UM2's, I thought it'd be appropriate to start a "Westone UM1 / UM2 / 3 Appreciation Thread"! I just received the UM1's today, and I'm awed with how great they sound, for the price I paid. They...

Hey everyone. Some of you might remember me from a while ago. I've been out of the high-fi thing for a while, but since I finally have some spare cash again I am considering buying some nice IEMS again. A little about my experiences:   I have owned the IE8, W3, UM3X, PFE, HD25, E2C, ER6i...

  I have read many reviews and searched the forum here for info, but I did not find what I was looking for. I'm not too happy with my Beats by Dr. Dre Tour IEMs as I'm on my second pair and they seem to have the same issue: they are simply not made for normal use. I fold the wire, carefuly...

Hey guys, I'm deciding on gettin the UM3 OR UM2 the question in my mind is that does the UM3 worth the extra money? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys I will probily go with a dynamic driver but some names have got my attention Some of them seem to have some bass!!! I am a basshead trying to convert to less of one and a bassy ba IEM might just be my solution Thanks

I've bee really considering new iems. I currently have non monitor imo (beats tour, old bose in ears, and some old vibe duos) but was looking to upgrade to something like sony mdr ex1000. I was interested because of the whopping 16mm drives and have herd great things about the bass. Should I...

Hi guys, I am currently looking to buy out some custom In-Ear monitors and I was wondering wich of theses two models were the best choice I could make, I know for sure that UE has alredy a great reputation where 1964 Ears is a starting company. I read the review of both theses ears and the UE 4...

Hello. I have a pair of UM3X and i'm thinking of getting a portable amp from Fiio. Has anyone tried UM3X with E11? Appreciate your opinion :)

For the last few years, I have been using the Sennheiser IE8s.  My listening experience with these buds has deteriorated recently.  I can't get a good seal, the sound is distorted a bit when I do, and the bass is just too strong at times.  So I'm in the market for some new IEMs.  Could anyone...

Hi, i would like to buy a headphone or in ear, i only want sound quality, i already have sennheiser hd25 and super fi 5, would be d2k a big upgrade from those two? I tryed westone um3x and i liked a lot, how is this compared to d2k? Could a top tier iem compare to d2k? Thanks and regards

Hi!   I´ve just purchased the UM3X  but now I have a big question: which mp3 will suit better? I head that sansa have a good quality sound, but did Ill notice it? because I have all my music in mp3 and not in flac!!!   And I think I´ve wasted my money because I have my music in mp3 and...

This thread is created to avoid derailing already-established threads. It also provides a platform for all who wish to talk about this subject.   I personally believe that BA can crank out a ton of details, but its naturalness and ease at producing music cannot reach that of a dynamic driver.

Hi,   I am relatively new to sound, but recently there is nothing I think about more than headphones. Although I have been stalking threads on this forum for sometime, this is my first post. I found that more often than not, someone had already posted on a subject I was looking for, and I...

I've only had my GR07s for about 2 months. I don't abuse them, and already I've lost the right channel. I don't know how this happened, but I'm pretty pissed. What could have possibly caused this to happen so soon? Hopefully I can get them replaced.

Ok...   Lets say I was sitting with £300 ($450) and only have the Klipsch X10 but have (potentially sold) and listened to in my sig, what would you advise as something that maybe encompasses the lot?   Yes I know that it is all personal preference but if I had to sum up my best sound sig...

I know this has probably been covered many of times but what is a good amp for Westone UM3x that would be able to "expand" the soundstage, giving it a bit more depth and "fun".

http://www.amazon.com/Westone-Um3x--ear-Professional-Removable/dp/B003R0FJKG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1312917327&sr=8-3   Is this cheap? Iv got the GR07 are they too similar for me to pounce on the deal?

Hello all,    This is my first post and I am quite excited. I have recently forayed into the world of quality audio and it has definetly changed my music listening for good. I am ready to make my first substantial purchase in the field of IEM's and need a bit of guidance. My music listening...

Guys,   I got a pair of Shures SE215 to go with my Ety 4P for those occasions when more comfort is needed.   I really respect the Ety 4P sound, but the comfort is not where I need it. And I have a lot of money invested in tips and all sorts of tricks to make 4P better in terms of fit...