[MusicL0ver]

^on ebay, its all these $4 ones...
on totallymac.com its $120

 

[chinesekiwi]

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Originally Posted by MusicL0ver /img/forum/go_quote.gif ^on ebay, its all these $4 ones... on totallymac.com its $120

Apple In-Ear Headphones with Remote and Mic NEW SEALED! - (eBay.ca item 220411403896 end time 08-Jun-09 00:51:09 EDT)

Canadian seller.

 

[MusicL0ver]

oh wow.
thx~

 

[chinesekiwi]

Well, I got 3 pairs of medium-sized Sony Hybrids today.

Easily noticeable difference between these and the default Apple eartips.
There is a noticeable increase in the bass however I did also notice it does subdue the extension in the highs. Completely changes the sound signature of the ADDIEM tbh. In terms of bass quantity, it is perfect for me. Not too bassy, but not too bass light. Just the right amount of clean tight bass. Interestingly enough, I noticed it decreases sibilance. The treble are far too recessed for my liking though :/. Slightly lower detail (minor). Makes the ADDIEM less cold and more musical. Overall however, significant improvement over the stock eartips.

Test tracks:

Intro of Michael Jackson's 'Billie Jean', Intro of Deas Vail 'Balance' (deep bass),
Pendulum 'Slam' (mid-bass, bass heavy song)
Marit Larsen 'The Chase' (high mids, treble),
New Order 'True Faith' (sibilant track)

 

[tstarn06]

Hmm, I didn't get that treble decrease from the Sony hybrids (large) but the bass is more to my liking with them. I do find the Complys smooth things over, as noted, and crate more of the sound you are talking about.

 

[Squirsier]

I received the complys T140 today. Unfortunately, because my left and right ears don't seal the same (ie, have to generally use a small tip on the right ear, and a medium on the left), I can't use them, as the sound is unbalanced. Ah well. The Hybrids will be cheaper anyway!

 

[tstarn06]

Hmm, that sucks. I just yesterday removed the T130s (the PFE foamies) and went back to the hybrids, and the latter actually offer the best sound from the ADDIEMs, very clean, clear mids and highs to me, and enough bass to keep me happy. And you are right, the hybrids more suited for today's economic times.

 

[Squirsier]

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Originally Posted by tstarn06 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hmm, that sucks. I just yesterday removed the T130s (the PFE foamies) and went back to the hybrids, and the latter actually offer the best sound from the ADDIEMs, very clean, clear mids and highs to me, and enough bass to keep me happy. And you are right, the hybrids more suited for today's economic times.

I really liked the T140. The soundstage seems to be larger, but getting the right seal seems problematic. I'll try different positions (ie, IEM a bit less in the ear), see what I can come up with!

 

[tstarn06]

Both work for me, and offer a little different sound, so I alternate them. But I am at least down to two, and only two. No more experimenting.

 

[chrjohns]

I finally received my comply t-140s (large) in the mail and at this point, they are the only tips that actually stay in my ears while I work out. Now the question will be -- how long can I make them last? Really like them so far though.

 

[djh01]

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Originally Posted by chrjohns /img/forum/go_quote.gif I finally received my comply t-140s (large) in the mail and at this point, they are the only tips that actually stay in my ears while I work out. Now the question will be -- how long can I make them last? Really like them so far though.

I wonder how the sweat affects the Comply foam. I gave up on listening to music while running a long time ago.

 

[demo1]

Can someone shine some light on how these stack up to the UE Super.fi 5 Pro? They both use dual BAs, and because I used to have the UE SF5 Pro, I'd like to know what I can expect of these...

 

[tstarn06]

Wish I could help, but no experience at all withthe SF5 Pro. I did have the SF5 v2, but sent those back (seemed fairly dull to me). Pricewise and soundwise, I prefer the ADDIEMs.

 

[demo1]

Wow, I just got these today. I am definitely impressed. They are a little bass anemic IMO but have very crisp highs that make up for it. Overall SQ is below the UE SF5 Pro if I can remember correctly but for the $40 that I paid for them, they are a much better value. The best part is the fit. The small tips fit me perfectly. They are possibly the most comfortable IEMs I've never used.

They will be my new "everyday, beater" phones.

 

[average_joe]

Olives still are the best tip I have used with these, although I haven't used the Sony's. Might be worth a try if you have them. And don't stick them far on the stem, just on the filter part so they stick out, at least that works great for me. Good bass and good treble, if you don't stick them too far in or have them too far out.