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Originally Posted by hceiv Does anyone know if there is a company (Sensa, UE, Westone, ect.) that plan on coming out with a IEM that compares the best of the headphones, or have IEM "peaked," meaning that they can't push the envelope any further than UE-10 pro, ES-3, Sensa's simply because they are IEM? I would think that future R&D could make advances in in-ear technology, but does the fact that canalphones have to go into your ears limit their capabilities when compared to full headphones?

Sure, there is a room for enhancements. It's hard to believe, though, because the Sensas are perfect to me as they are (I use them everywhere: at home and on-the-go). IEM's are relatively new when compared to the big headphones. Even greater improvement is just a matter of time. The results will show whether the "limitations" of the in-ear nature are to be overcome or whether we'll have again the comparison of apples and oranges. I believe it can be overcome.

 

[ken36]

No. Different purposes.

 

[Electric_Mofo]

I just bought a pair of Senn's HD497s and to be honest my UM2s dont come, there only good for train journeys to the studio. The detail's just not there IMO.

 

[stevesurf]

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Originally Posted by ScubaSteve87 ...E4c's. Its just so amazing, like being in your own little world.

So true...however I am torn between the bulky but amazing sound of HD595/SR-71/Sik/iPod and the Convenience/isolation of e4/iPod. I'm letting my travel plans make the choice for me...if in a plane, e4 setup; if at Starbucks, HD595.

 

[chiefroastbeef]

for me, i definitely prefer iems because it's so portable. Since i live in a dorm, the hd-650 would be pointless because of it's open design, and my head is too big for any headband to comfortably sit on top of my head.

and plus, i'm not a serious audiophile, just someone who wants better than average sound from better phones.

 

[ken36]

You guys are inspiring. I've had my 650s up in the FS forum for three days. Just raised the price. That will show them. Maybe I'll just keep them.

 

[merlock]

I have both UM2 and Senn HD595 and I find myself reaching for my 595 much more. My UM2s are stictly for travelling/commuting. The UM2s are good but definitely no match for my full sized 595.

 

[Blainethepain]

As much as I like my Ety's they will never beat my PS-1 or HF-1 (IMHO).