[veruvius]

Hey all, I haven't been to this forum in a long time. That's because I had bought the UM1's and loved them. Unfortunately, I lost them (along with my iAudio X5L) and need some new ones STAT.

I'm looking to spend ~$100, and I definitely want IEMs again. I'll be using them primarily for exercising and while commuting, so isolation is key, as are a lack of microphonics (that's the word right?). I listen to a wide range of music, so I guess I'd just like something balanced and warm. I know people complained about the lack of mids (was that it?) on the UM1's, but that was easily solved by eq'ing it. Style is fairly important to me nowadays, too. I guess I need something small and definitely durable. Should I get the UM1's again, or is there something better out there? Thanks all.

 

[pez]

Yeah, definitely, if you liked the um1's just get them all over again , If I lost any of the IEM's/Phones I have now, I would definitely rebuy them. Really sorry you lost your portable setup, that really sucks, especially when you lose a good branded player like a Cowon....that set you back like what, $400 retail.

 

[Guarneri]

for ~$100, the UM1s are definitely hard to beat, especially if you liked them before. They are fairly nice looking IEMs too. I'd say that unless you're looking to change sound signatures, stick with UM1.

 

[veruvius]

I love the quick replies, especially seeing how I need to make a decision in the next hour or so. I did do a ton of research to find the UM1s and they were great. Too bad I can't just go to a store and find them, even in NYC. If I bumped the price range to $150, anything significantly better?

I got the Cowon for $300 on sale a couple years ago. It was so abused that the left audio didn't work anymore and the better was shot, so I needed something new anyway. The UM1s hurt.

 

[FrederikS|TPU]

The UM1s are hard to beat if you like to listen to a lot of different type of music. The UM1s are a great comprise makes everything listenable although they lack a bit bass in my opinion.

 

[En_R]

If you're willing to go 25$ overboard the super.fi 5 is on sale at earphonesolutions...(175)

Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 Pro Earphones NEW Metallic Black

 

[pez]

I still say you go for the UM1's or yeah, if you can stretch just to $175, the Super.fi 5's would be totally worth it.

 

[veruvius]

that's a bit over what i want to spend. i was all set to just get the UM1's again, but the more i read on this site, the more confused I get.

 

[pez]

lol, I'll put it like this, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" you seem to like them, so why get something else, If you really want something better than the Westones, you'll probably have to save up more money and just comeback and post your new limit

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[DKaz]

I know it's tough to stray from what you love, but when my X3i broke I decided to purchase the Denon AH-C700. I'm happy that I did. Trying new phones allows you to discover things you didn't know you liked. If you can spare the extra cash, try the Denon's. They are a little warmer then the UM1 which I'm pretty sure you asked for $141.99

Denon AH-C700

 

[grawk]

Altec Lansing iM616 and iM716s are hard to beat under $100 as well

 

[veruvius]

I decided to just get the UM1's again because the fit is supposed to be among the best (I know I barely noticed they were in), and like I said, one of my main uses will be for exercising. Maybe if I had time to try out something else, but I needed these ASAP. I guess I'll just be back here when I scape up enough money to get a second pair. Damn you all

 

[pez]

, glad you'll be happy at least, enjoy your listening, and try not to lose these

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