Rocksteady
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I had kramer moded marshmallows and didn't like them. I had problems with their fit, microphonics and fatiguing sound sig. I swore off earphones for quite a while. Then I came across some 9 dollar 2xls that changed my attitude toward earphones. Compared to the marshmallows, I thought they were more comfortable and had a less fatiguing sound.
I researched and then upgraded the 2xls to pfes around early February. My original set needed to be replaced after 4 months. Since I ordered directly from their website, they were still under their 2 year warranty. Dealing with them was excellent. I'm on my second set now and there are no signs of durability issues. I realize though, that it may be only a matter of time. I don't worry about it too much because of their warranty.
Last I heard, Phonak has made improvements to their pfe which I read should be available by the end of this month. Their release has been pushed back about 2 times already, so I wouldn't hold my breath. I have a feeling they'll be on schedule this time around though.
To answer the OP's question: My theory is that the reason why an individual would prefer one earphone over another usually comes down to that particular individual's taste, experiences, expectations, values, attitudes, beliefs, etc.
I researched and then upgraded the 2xls to pfes around early February. My original set needed to be replaced after 4 months. Since I ordered directly from their website, they were still under their 2 year warranty. Dealing with them was excellent. I'm on my second set now and there are no signs of durability issues. I realize though, that it may be only a matter of time. I don't worry about it too much because of their warranty.
Last I heard, Phonak has made improvements to their pfe which I read should be available by the end of this month. Their release has been pushed back about 2 times already, so I wouldn't hold my breath. I have a feeling they'll be on schedule this time around though.
To answer the OP's question: My theory is that the reason why an individual would prefer one earphone over another usually comes down to that particular individual's taste, experiences, expectations, values, attitudes, beliefs, etc.