snappyaxolotl
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I've added my preferred sound signature so it is easier to find which IEM is better suited for me.
I got Phonak PFE132
Lacks bass but has it where needed.
Clarity is definetly there, music comes out as it should and instrument separation is great.
i listen to pop, dance and so on and these headphones are not that great for it as they dont produce great amount of bass.
I have the IE80's and the RE262's. I don't have the IE8's but I hope the 80's are a close enough comparison. Anyway, because we listen to the same genres of music, I am going to tell you straight away that the RE262's are NOT what you're looking for. The fit is amazing yes but I love the 262's because of the emphasis on vocals - it does a fabulous job with them. However, when it comes to pop, hip hop, rap or anything with a strong bass, the 262's are not going to do those types of music justice. Good bass is just not there. To be fair I have read that some people think the best sound does not come out of the RE262's without a portable amp. I don't use one so it is what it is. Having said that, I own the IE80's because they do the exact opposite of the 262's. Serious bass and absolutely a pleasure to listen to with any kind of pop, drum and bass, rap, rock etc. As for the fit of the IE80's, I would say that I only found a good seal and comfy fit after I swapped out the stock tips with the long single flange tips from an old pair of MEElectronics M11's. I haven't owned or tried any of the others on your list. I actually found isolation to be good on both but that might be because I blast the hell our of my music.